1917
"A solid citizen is no longer in our midst." So said the opening sentence of an editorial that appeared on April 17 in a Nashua, N. H., paper. The reference was to DeeringG. Smith who had died the day before in a Nashua hospital. The editorial went on to say that, "Besides the numerous offices he held in various medical societies and organizations, he found time for public service in this city and Hollis." A letter of sympathy has been sent to Deering's widow, Helen, and his two children by a former marriage, on behalf of all 17'ers.
When last heard from, Duke and DotHowe were planning a vacation in May which was to include a brief tour of Europe. Duke said that on such trips they usually hit the Continent and wind up in London before returning to the States.
In a recent letter from Mott Brown he said, "There is one good item from my recent past. That is, that having pulled in a little early at the Sheraton Hotel in Akron last Wednesday afternoon, I called one Bill Sewall and was able to arrange a meeting with the Squire of Hudson and his Lady. The news is that I never saw Bill and Sal looking better. They were fine and I enjoyed being with them, all too briefly, more than I can tell you. We discussed just about everything, with special emphasis on the members of 1917."
Spique and Ruby Maclntyre again went to Florida during April. A card from Spique tells of having had a few nice visits with Gil Swett in Sarasota, of having been fortunate enough to be there at the time of the Dartmouth Club of Sarasota's annual dinner meeting, and of having met SumnerEmerson, president of the club, whom he hoped to see again.
Ev Robie is an extremely active member of the Leisure Time Men's Club of Stamford, Conn. As one might expect, he is head of the music committee and in that capacity, leads the group in songs to open their meetings. At other times he and another member accompany soloists as duo-pianists. Early this year Ev was elected a vice president of the club which meets Wednesday mornings, often with an attendance of 50 or more members. Ev also is program chairman of the Kiwanis Club of Suburban Stamford.
A recent letter from Butch Sherman tells of the activities of his three sons of whom Butch is as proud as you know what. Hildreth, the oldest, is in the Navy and sta- tioned at San Diego where he has charge of all the communications and electronics in the Pacific Fleet. Larry is a Squadron Commander of B47's at Plattsburg, and Joe, the youngest, is executive vice president of a bank at St. Johnsbury, Vt. No wonder Butch is proud!
Len and Laurene Reade attended the Dartmouth Horizons program at Hanover early in April. I know that they were kept busy because they didn't have time to see or phone any of the 17'ers living in the area.
The March 1965 issue of News of New College, Sarasota, Fla., announced that four new trustees joined the New College Board of Trustees during the past few months. One of the four is none other than our own Sumner Emerson who is chairman of the executive committee of the Board.
Last year's fall party at Woodstock was such a success that any change in the program seems to be quite unnecessary. However, one change, which we hope will result in better attendance, is being made this year. The party is to be held, as last year, at the Woodstock Inn, but earlier than last year in the hope of making it possible for some to attend who normally are on their way south by party time. This year the party is scheduled for September 24, 25 and 26, the weekend of the Dartmouth-New Hampshire football game. Members of the Class Executive Committee are asked to come to Woodstock one day early, that is, on Thursday, Sept. 23, so that the committee can meet that evening and get its business out of the way. That arrangement worked very nicely last year! The rest of the weekend can then be devoted to just plain fun, as it was most successfully a year ago. For rates and reservations, write to Mr. David Beach at the Woodstock Inn, Woodstock, Vt.
When writing to me very recently about the Alumni Fund campaign, Jack Saladine said, "We need dollars and participation very badly!!!" Note the emphasis on participation. That is a subject that I have harped on time and time again, but to very little avail. Some may hold back and perhaps contribute nothing simply because they cannot be large givers, and are embarrassed to send in modest contributions. These folks should understand that every contribution, be it large or small, is fully appreciated. This year we have a quota of $22,010 to raise, so dig deep and contribute what you can. And do it now so that Jack can sleep nights. He hasn't been sleeping well of late. This is the last word you will hear from me through this medium until October. Until then I hope that you all have very pleasant summers. If any of you get up Woodstock way, we want you to at least stay long enough to say "hello" to the Brookses who you will find on the South Pomfret Road, just two miles from the village.
And don't forget the fall party! A grand time is guaranteed to all who attend.
'18ers Stew and Helen '18ers Stew and Helen Teaze and RedWilson (r) at Palm Desert, Fla., rightafter Teazes had won their match inan interclub mixed doubles tournament.
Secretary, South Pomfret Rd. Woodstock, Vt.
Class Agent, 337 N. Steele Rd., West Hartford, Conn.
