1915

In writing a column like this it is naturally quite essential to get notes and messages from as many classmates as possible. Many have cooperated nicely — for which this scribe is duly appreciative. One of the problems, however, is to identify those who sign such notes with first name only. While the postmark is helpful, it takes some "headscratching" to identify all of them. For in-stance, in our roster there are eight Harolds, seven Johns, six Georges, five Ralphs, four each of Alberts and Williams and a number of other identical first names. Bearing in mind that we have some 130-odd classmates, it is suggested that missives to your secretary include the full name. (It took some "digging" to uncover the above information. Even three "Philips" were on the list!)

Items for the present column were subjected, like a lot of other delays, to the postal strike, but the ban on mailings was lifted in time for some items to come straggling in — for which we are duly thankful.

"Chink" Chamberlain expressed hope they would see us in Hanover for the first of May gathering but our situation did not permit. Chink celebrated his birthday on that occasion, as well as his first opportunity to represent the Class as treasurer. He says he sees Doc Noyes every now and then, as well as Priscilla in her capacity as a volunteer at the Jordan Hospital in Plymouth, Mass. He says reaction to the increase in class dues has been admirable for which he is quite appreciative. (A P.S. in his letter wonders if the mail situation held up his letter — which, fortunately, it did not.)

A note from Eben Clough reports a "grounding" of his activities for a while due to an accidental fall on an icy surface in his area back in March (ironically on Friday the 13 th) but it is hoped that by now he is back in circulation again. We're all "arootin," Eben.

A phone from Carl Gish back in March quizzed the writer as to attending the Dartmouth Reception dinner and the May meet- ing in Hanover — to which we had to answer in the negative. As to the 55th Reunion in Hanover in June, the only answer we could give was: "Time will tell — depends on resumption of proper motive ability." The Murdocks are hopeful!

A card from George Ingalls (my twin) tells of some interesting days spent in Guatemala, Yucatan, and Mexico, viewing Mayan ruins and partaking of the tasty foods in that area. Some of these '15ers sure do get around! The same goes for George Martin according to a card from Honda where he hoped to get in a visit with Pearl Richardson who was visiting a sister in Winter Haven - while Kike was fishing up North.

An item this scribe produced some time ago brought forth this reaction from Barbara Hayward, our Class Notes Editor in Hanover: "Your dieting quotation reminded me of a little note a friend of mine has attached to her mirror: 'Eat it today, wear it tomorrow'"! So that's where poundage comes from!

With the postal strike over (we hope), we airlines in a tangle, prices shooting up, and other phases of dissension making the Headlines, shopping for bargains has indeed Become more than a pastime. We hope the 70's will indeed bring adjustments to these changing times that will properly equip us to be "glad we're alive."

Secretary, Apt. 7-G, 245 Avenue C New York, N. Y. 10009

Class Agent, 124 Highland St., West Newton, Mass. 02165