1917

Only four of our officers were able to attend the Class Officers' meetings in Hanover over the weekend of May 1-2, but two of our number won special recognition. On Friday evening, at the dinner to which all of the officers and their wives were invited as guests of the College, Mose Hutchins was called forward to receive the award as the outstanding Newsletter Editor of the year. His award consisted of a lovely etching of Dartmouth Hall, and the accompanying citation paid glowing tribute to his presentation of the news of our class. No one was more surprised than Mose himself unless, perhaps, it was Pauline. The next morning at the meeting of the class treasurers, Vic Smith was elected President of the Class Treasurers' Association for the coming year. Don't you think that Vic's election to this important post points up the urgency of getting behind him and paying your dues so that he can point with pride to the record of his class? Bill Eaton and your Secretary were the two other officers present at the meetings.

It is with sincere regret that I report the death of Derry Trenholm's wife, Florence, on April 16, 1959, following a brief illness. Interment was in the National Cemetery at Arlington, Va.

Late in March Hank and Mabe Bomgardner took off for a vacation at Phoenix, Ariz., where Hank expected to get in some golf and to see some of the major league ball teams in training, not only in Phoenix, but at Tucson, Mesa and Scottsdale. Following their stay at Phoenix, they planned to go on to Los Angeles and then return home by wav of Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.

The fall meeting of our class Executive Committee and classmates is to be held, as previously announced, over the weekend of October 9-11, at the White Cupboard Inn Woodstock, Vt. The Inn is located opposite the Green in the very center of the village so is easily accessible from Boston, New York and way stations, and an easy drive of eighteen miles from Hanover. The Inn is noted for its hospitality and good food and I speak from experience (we dine there frequently) when I say that the meals are excellent. Any of you planning a fall vacation or trip should certainly plan now to take in this very special weekend. What is offered is a package deal which includes lodging Friday and Saturday nights, dinner Friday and Saturday evenings and breakfast Saturday and Sunday mornings for $24 per person. This special rate does not cover gratuities. The Hanover committee considers this to be a good deal. Allan Darrow will be your host and I am confident that he and his staff will do everything possible to make your stay at the Inn pleasant. Don't forget, all classmates and their wives are invited. Mark these dates on your calendar right now while you think of it.

Now that the snow and ice have disappeared from these parts (Woodstock), we are beginning to see 17'ers once again. Phil Evans was in town recently and we induced him to have breakfast with us. Then over the weekend of the Class Officers' meetings, Vic Smith spent the two nights here. We had expected Irene too, but she was unable to make the trip with Vic because of an accident that has temporarily taken her out of circulation. Just last Saturday, May 2, Al and Maud Edgerton stopped by to say hello and see how we had survived our first winter in Vermont. We were able to report that we had not only done very well but that we had really enjoyed it. We hope to see many more of you before the snow flies again.

Gene TowJer reports a good visit with Wendell Reycroft when Gene was Rey's guest for luncheon at the University Club in Bridgeport.

There are only two address changes to note this month. Here they are: James L. Rubel, 428 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach, Calif.; Lionel V. Tefft, 656 D St., San Bernardino' Calif.

Have good vacations, all of you! And for goodness sake, send me some news of your doings.

Those of you familiar with Fort Lauderdale probably know Muriel's Exotic Jade House. Just this minute we received a card from there signed by the Bob Scotts, the Norm McCullochs and the Charlie Wolffs who were enjoying themselves helping the Little Pea Girl sing her songs. There must have been some great harmony there that night!

Secretary, South Pomfret Rd. Woodstock, Vt.

Class Agent, 6 Wyeth Rd., Hanover, N. H.