Central New York

March 22 will long remain an inspirational moment for Dartmouth alumni in Central New York. Not only were we honored that evening with the presence of President Dickey, but it also presented the opportunity to honor Bill Morton '28 for his dedication to the cause of Dartmouth.

This was Dr. Dickey's third visit to Central New York. He spoke briefly about the success of the College's three-term program and emphasized in some detail the importance of the Alumni Fund in the years ahead to the College.

The dinner meeting was attended by more than one hundred alumni, wives, undergrads, and parents of undergrads. Toastmaster for the evening was Robert Beadel '29. Other members of the class of '29, all classmates of President Dickey, acted as official hosts for the evening and they included: John Andrews and Dr. Robert Fairchild. E. Winston Rodormer '28 was general chairman for the event assisted by Powell Holbein '40, George Hume 54, John Martino '52, Norman Simpson '44, Russell Carlson '48 and Club President Joseph Caldwell '51.

The dinner was primarily to honor Dr. John S. Dickey but, in a surprising turn, Morton was given a scroll praising him for his work in behalf of the school. Toe Caldwell '51, Club President, presented the special award to Morton which read: "William G. Morton, class of 1928. In appreciation of your dedicated and effective service to Dartmouth in Central New York, we honor you. You represent that which we regard highest in the relationship of an alumnus to his college."

In addition, telegrams and letters received from various alumni officers of the college were read. Communications came from Don Sawyer '21 on behalf of the Alumni Fund; Sid Hayward '26, Secretary of the College; Ralph Rickenbaugh '28, President of the Alumni Association and Osman Skinner, Secretary of Morton's class of 1928.

All in all this was a memorable occasion for all of us in Central New York and one that will be difficult to duplicate in the future.

Secretary, Onondaga County Savings Bank 101 S. Salina St., Syracuse, N. Y.