1913's 55th

Friday June 14, the trip to Hanover on scenic route 93 was superb on this beautiful June day. Mose Linscott and the writer enjoyed every minute of it. Especially so, as we neared the Hanover hills — the contrasting greens were unusually evident this year due to a bountiful rainfall. The cares of this troubled world seemed to fade as we approached Hanover. We sensed this change and gone, for the time being, was the anxiety and uneasiness caused by the tenseness of the times.

The greetings of old friends and classmates at Fayerweather seemed to land us in another world. Fifty-five years had passed and here we were assembled again. Thirty- eight '13ers showed up; about eighty in all counting wives, widows, and guests.

Friday was chiefly a day of social activity and renewing acquaintances. A sundown social hour at Thayer Hall (JoeBarnett, song leader), an excellent dinner at Thayer (without speeches), a band concert on the campus, a visit to the President's home and the Glee Club concert completed the day. The class meeting was called to order Saturday morning at 11:15 A.M. The treasurer's report was read and approved. Then followed the election of class officers. The present officers were reelected with the exception of the vice presidency which was vacated when Bart Shepard moved up to the presidency owing to the death of GeorgeSteele. Bill Terry, in recognition of his stellar work as class agent was elected unanimously to this office. Memorial service was held in Rollins Chapel. The class picture at Webster Hall and then the Alumni luncheon at Leverone Field House which was a gala affair, the weather perfect.

The class dinner was held at Thayer Hall and this time there were plenty of speeches. Michael McGean '49, secretary of the College presented the Dartmouth Award to Bill Towler. Orton Hicks '21, gave the main address which was very impressive. JoeBarnett was given an Indian Chief Headdress of feathers for his outstanding job on the class news.

Sunday morning looked threatening as far as the weather was concerned, but the rain held off and the ceremonies were held outdoors. The valedictorian. James W. Newton '68 of Glendale, Ariz., in his address said: 'Thank God, we are losing the Vietnam war." Some of the crowd including students, parents, and guests booed lustily. The boos grew into a chorus as students sharing Newton's opinion began cheering and the speech halted briefly. Senator Javits of New York, the main Commencement speaker, who spoke later, departed from his prepared speech to admonish Newton. A total of 741 undergrad and 223 graduate students, some of whom wore white armbands to protest the Vietnam war, received degrees.

Our reunion was small as far as numbers was concerned but it was tops and enjoyed by all. Special mention must be made of the wives, widows and guests, who were a great factor in making the reunion such an enjoyable affair. To all classmates who could not make it, we send greetings and best wishes for good health and happiness.

1908 men returning for their 60th reunion were (front row, l to r): A. W. Thwing,H. B. Cogswell, P. E. Gleason, P. F. McCarty, J. A. Hammond, A. T. Soule, F. H.Munkelt; 2nd row: W. B. Evans, G. B. Lowe, R. H. Sherburne, D. Parkinson,S. Crosby, A. B. Barnes, L. M. Symmes; 3rd row: J. S. Everett, W. F. Furman, G. H.Hinckley, J. W. Thompson, W. A. Griffin, C. H. Walker; Top row: A. M. Wyman,P. H. Thompson, G. E. Squier, P. K. Stickney, E. F. Winslow, R. E. Chesley, andJ. H. Hinman.

Men and women of 1913 posed on Webster steps for their 55th reunion picture.

CLASS SECRETARY