1915's Delayed 45th

Mere words cannot do justice to 1915's 45th Reunion. Take a good look at the accompanying group picture and you'll see a reflection of the spirit of this grand and glorious occasion. It tells a story which even those who couldn't be present can readily interpret. While the weatherman turned on the heat of a mid-summer sun, he later gave us the aftermath of a pleasant coolness with a minimum of moisture which had little effect on the widespread activities of the entire period.

The winning of the Class of 1894 Award for highest percentage of graduates attending reunions started us off on the right foot and a report that 1915 had jumped into a commanding lead in the Green Derby gave us a sense of well-being which (with fingers crossed) we hope will hold through to the end of June.

More intimate details of this Reunion will appear in a coming issue of Jack Ferguson's FRONTIERSMAN, but a brief rundown may whet your appetite. President Dickey paid tribute to 1915's contribution to the welfare of the College, as exemplified by the part played by classmate "B" Ruml. Dean Seymour gave us a keen picture of present-day undergraduate life - which wasn't too far removed from certain escapades of our day! A few citations of current vintage along similar lines were thrown in to maintain the spirit of the occasion. And a well-deserved tribute was paid to Helen Rose for her activity in behalf of the widows. All this took place at the Class Banquet.

Alumni Gymnasium played a prominent part with an alumni reception and dinner hosted by the College, and a combined luncheon of '15, '16 and '17 — a good opportunity to get re-acquainted with each other.

The President's Garden Party gave us a taste of the beautiful outdoor surroundings at his residence and it ,was a real treat to visit with the Charlie Griffiths and Jack Bowlers at their combined 1915 Tea over in Norwich.

In between times, the Class meeting in Carpenter Hall provided reports from Class Officers, various and sundry discussions, and the election of officers for the next four years. Plans were formulated for our 50th Reunion in 1965 and the issuance of a 50-Year Book, a project which will be under the guidance of Dwight O'Hara.

Memorial Services, under the direction of Marvin Frederick, were held in the White Church Wednesday morning in honor of departed classmates, at which a list of those who have left us since last reunion was read by your Secretary. Dean Berthold gave an interesting review of the purpose and objectives of the William Jewett Tucker Foundation at these services.

Tent activities were many and fulsome, with reuning and reminiscing predominating. Perhaps the highlights were the spectacular color movies of Hawaiian volcanic eruptions by Dick Wyman and the slides, also in color, of previous 1915 gatherings by Jack Fergu-son.

Dormitory "Hatches" were quite in evidence during various stages. It should also be stated that dormitory accommodations were excellent and the "Bulletins of Welcome" which greeted all occupants were nicely conceived by the management and added a pleasant touch of homespun philosophy in receiving us into the "homes" so recently vacated by their student occupants.

The wind-up lunch at the Norwich Inn was well attended and offered a good opportunity for the many and varied farewells which sent us all on our merry ways homeward.

I'm sure I speak for all in a vote of thanks and a tribute to the Reunion Committee of Marv Frederick, Jack Bowler and Fletch Low for the swell organization job they did in making this the best reunion yet; and to the College for its part in making it possible.

CLASS SECRETARY