1913

Carl Staumway has written that his new address is now 52 Washington St., Marble head, Mass. As he sold his car when he moved from Lynnfield and let his driver's license expire, he is seldom able to travel any distance. He moved to Marblehead to be near his younger daughter Lorna and her family with two noisy grandchildren (aged 3 and 1). He would welcome a visit from any classmate who has an occasion to come to Marblehead. "Bart" Shepard has dropped in to see him on two ocasions.

"Babe" Smith has written "Bill" Towler from the famous Boodles Club, St. James St., London, SW 1. These famous clubs were originally pubs and when they became clubs for whatever reason they took the names of the former owners or bartenders, hence the names Boodle, Whites, etc. He had guest privileges there for the duration of their stay. His granddaughter Nancy is with him. "It's a fine location but a bit stuffy," says Babe. London is just as nice as ever but very crowded with tourists. They saw some new plays - all good, "Conduct Unbecoming," "The Secretary Bird," unusually worth seeing. No newspaper carried the Vietnam war, but there were headlines on the Irish situation. Britain looked prosperous with prices about the same as last year.

Good news from "Joe" Barnett. He states that his two operations for cataracts are over and to the best of his knowledge the results are perfect. He felt no pain during or after the operations. By this time he will have his final glasses and be able to enjoy his books and TV. Which just goes to show that you can't keep a good man down. We are all with you, Joe, and the best of luck.

A gruesome thing happened to Bill Terry's youngest son, Stephen. His work involved night flying and on the night of August 26, they were coming in for a landing at the airport in Mobile, Ala., when something went wrong. The plane crashed and immediately burst into flames. Over the years Stephen usually sat in the co-pilot's seat but fortunately this time he was sitting in the rear seat facing backwards. He managed to escape the inferno and put out the flames on his clothes. He then tried to reenter the blazing plane, hoping to save his companions' lives. He was too late. Three men lost their lives in the burning wreckage. Stephen was rushed to the hospital where he was given treatment at their special burn division. He was then transferred to Dallas where he is now in the Baylor University Hospital which is tops in the treatment of burns. He is under intensive care with about 40% burns, but fortunately mainly in the legs below the knees. No broken bones and only a slight scalp cut. Surgery (skin grafting) started this week and they are also teaching him to walk again. He is in good health and standing the pain well. If all goes well he still has a good three months ahead of him in the hospital. So what with the terrific heat in Phoenix where they stayed this summer and their son's accident Bill and family haven't had a very enjoyable summer. The whole class offers a prayer for his complete recovery.

A very interesting letter from Vic Dunbar explaining why he was unable to attend the reunion after signing up and expecting to attend. While aboard the "Rotterdam" between So. America and Africa his telephone in the cabin rang and he was told a party from the U.S. was calling. It was his son Donald '44 that he had accepted an offer to teach at Mt. Allison University in Sackville, N. 8., Canada. Then a few weeks later he received another call while in Kyoto, Japan. This time it was Bob McLaughry of the Gile Agency in Hanover saying that he had received an attractive offer for his home in Hanover. He arrived just before reunion time but spent the entire time transferring ownership, moving furniture, etc. He made the reunion at 5 P.M., Tuesday, too late for the festivities. Vic now resides in Sackville, N. 8., Canada.

Joe Barnett was very glad to receive letters from many classmates during his convalescence. "Pop" Avery was glad to hear of Joe Barnett's fine progress after his operation. Pop is alone now as his wife Emma passed away May 31 just 23 days short of their 50th anniversary. Heartfelt sympathy from the class to him and his family.

George and Hattie Davidson have moved into their new home at 726 Hillcrest Blvd., West Palm Beach, Fla. 33406.

Bart Shepard has returned from a week's stay in the hospital. A first experience for him. The doctor tells him not to try lifting big rocks for a while. "Mose" Linscott went up to Hanover with Bart Shepard for the 200 th anniversary. Over the weekend he climbed Mt. Washington with his son. He says his legs are fast losing their endurance but it's mighty fine work for a 77-year-old-ster.

Secretary, 56 Hillcrest Rd. Reading, Mass. 01867

Treasurer, Hanover, N. H. 03755