1906
On August 19, 1966 the town of Croydon, N. H., was 200 years old. The threeday celebration was climaxed with a banquet at which Walter Powers was the speaker. If you are wondering why he was selected, the credit goes to his ancestors.
One of the first settlers in Croydon was Ezekiel Powers, who went there in 1763 to lay out the boundaries of the grant. In the town's centennial report (1866) there is the following historical note: "The Powers were the most numerous family among the first settlers, and were distinguished for giant frames, physical strength, and vigorous intellect." The last two words gives the reason for Walter's selection plus the fact that Walter's father was the speaker at the sesquicentennial in 1916.
Cap Pierce sends his thanks for the card that was signed by the classmates, who attended the 60th Reunion. He says old age is creeping up on him but he can still play scrabble and bridge.
In May Nat Leverone was named a Prophet-at-sight, the highest honor that can be given, by the 201 Grottoes of North America, which have 100,000 Master Mason members.
The Wellesley Hills Chamber of Commerce is so hard up for workers that they keep asking Art Chapin to come back and help them out.
The Class held its annual Harvard luncheon at the Algonquin Club on October 21. The December MAGAZINE will carry the story.
In November the following classmates will celebrate the beginning of another year. Thurlow Gordon, Paul Hagberg, Arthur Kelley, Bill Page, Charlie Parker, and your secretary.
Secretary and Bequest Chairman 37 Harrison Ave. New Canaan, Conn. 06840
Treasurer, 14 Allen St., Hanover, N. H.
