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Hopefully by the time these notes go to press, Dartmouth will have won all remaining football games, and the day will be at hand to extend best wishes to all classmates and families for Happy Holidays.

An interesting letter from Walt Walters suggests that we open executive meetings to all members of the Class who are in attendance, at either the regular reunions or our fall gatherings. A longer period than two days would be more suitable, in his opinion, because of distances and the expense involved for such a short time. Let's hear from the rest of you on these points. Walt's many interests make him a worldwide traveler. Presently, he would welcome an opportunity to visit the surgical clinics in Communist China. He states, "In regard to Chinese medicine, acupuncture and the use of herbs, these are all under careful investigation here in the U. S. with controlled studies which have not been done in China." We hope to hear, Walt, that you have been successful in obtaining entry to these surgical clinics.

Ralph Sanborn, to whom we are all indebted for that invaluable 10-year history of the Class, writes frequently and interestingly. We missed him at the fall reunion. His counsel is always stimulating and helpful.

My roommate of college days, Harold(Friday) Bean, didn't make the latest reunion, but for a good reason Friday just got himself married on October 1. After going it alone for a number of years he found a helpmate in Blanche Baker Noble. We wish them every happiness. Friday adds, "the welcome mat is out at 1 Lee St., Norway, Me., for all '17ers and especially those who would like to challenge the Bean Team at contract bridge."

Our sports-loving recruiter and loyal classmate, Will Fitch, has decided to take life a little easier at his attractive home in MacLean, Va. Knowing him, you should not be surprised to find him each week at the Dartmouth Club in Washington, apraising the films of the previous weeks' football games. As a member of the International and Touchdown Clubs, he continues his interest at the bridge table.

There are several Thompsons in the Class but one from whom we have just heard is Wesley C. (Tommy) of Charlotte, N. C. A native of N. H., Tommy left for the South some years ago and has shown up too infrequently at our reunions. He takes time off from business to continue at his hobby of golf. His club supported the National Amateur Championships this year.

We learn from Bill Wyeth that his oldest grandson will finish his studies at Dartmouth this year. A member of the Class of 1972, he decided to work for a year outside, during the "Rowdy Year" at the College. We hope you made the Princeton game and had a visit with that grandson, Bill.

It is not too early to plan gifts to the College. If you have enjoyed a good year you can do your bit this month and take advantage of the tax deduction for the year 1972. First, please remember Len Reade's efforts. Secondly, Tuck School tells us that they are drifting away somewhat from College support and will rely more and more upon their annual Tuck School Alumni Drive.

In conclusion, we report the passing of our classmate, James E. Burns. Your secretary has been in touch with his family.

Secretary, Box 399, Montpelier, Vt. 05602

Treasurer, 51 South Main St., Northfield, Vt. 05663

The DATE: June 8-10,1973 1918's Fifty-fifth Reunion