1942
As we gradually adjust ourselves to the demands of a new year we could do worse than meditate upon the words in a prayer printed by New York Life which reads, "Let us pray that strength and courage abundant be given to all who work for a world of reason and understanding... that the good that lies in every man's heart may day by day be magnified... that men will come to see more clearly not that which divides them, but that which unites them... that each hour may bring us closer to a final victory, not of nation over nation, but of man over his own evils and weaknesses that the true spirit of this Christmas season—its joy, its beauty, its hope, and above all its abiding faith—may live among us... that the blessings of peace be ours—the peace to build and grow, to live in harmony and sympathy with others, and to plan for the future with confidence...
As Men of Dartmouth and members of the Class of '42, the College and the Class become media through which we can work substantially to achieve the kind of a world cited in this beautiful prayer for understanding and peace among all mankind. Guy A. Swenson Jr. stated it well in a recent letter to classmates, in his capacity as Bequest and Estate Planning chairman of the Class of '42, when he said, As a proven leader in higher education, Dartmouth merits our support not just because of our love and loyalty but also because there are few, if any, better places where such an 'investment' enjoys the unique privilege of 'shaping tomorrow'."
Word has been received, just recently, of the death of Henry Davis Jr. on August 2, 1971 Hank came to Dartmouth from Granogue, Del., and the Tower Hill School. He was the president of Druid Oak Engineering and Supply Company. His widow is residing at 12000 Aintree Drive, Reston, Va. When further details are available an obituary writeup will be carried in a future issue of the Alumni Magazine.
Unfortunately we must also report the death of classmate Charles A. Gibbons of 61 Oliver Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. His passing occurred on December 12, (An obituary writeup is included m this issue). Our sincere sympathy is extended to the families of our two friends and classmates. "The Still North Remembers..."
Forty-five Nasson College students and a professor were honored for academic achievement at the college's 11th annual George Nasson Day convocation in November. 42's Charles F. Herberger Jr. was the professor so honored. Chuck received the first George Nasson Lectureship, which recognizes outstanding teachers and focuses attention on the importance of teaching at the undergraduate level. It includes an honorarium, a college chair, and publication of the lecture. Chuck s life as a teacher, scholar and professor, lover of life and nature is a story all its own. He took his M.A. at University of Cincinnati and doctorate at Boston University... settled at Nasson College in Springvale, Maine in 1958. During a distinguished career he taught college level English at the University of Cincinnati, Colby Junior, Wayne State University, a state college in Massachusetts, and Nasson.... Nice to hear about the Chuck Herbergers when, according to John Mbiti, "the number of us who fully dedicate and devote ourselves to individuals, ideals or principles, is disappointingly small."
General Tire and Rubber Company has promoted Reed Griffith to Western Regional Manager, Original Equipment Sales. His headquarters are in San Francisco. Starting with General as a sales trainee in 1946, Reed has really "moved" since then: he has been assistant district manager in Detroit, held assignments in Florida and Georgia, joined the manufacturers' sales staff in 1961 in Los Angeles, and moved to Portland in 1969. San Francisco shouldn't be the worst assignment in the States, Reed.
After much soul searching Robert C. Hill has decided to move into elective politics for the first time. He will resign his post as U. S. Ambassador to Spam to run for governor of New Hampshire. Bob was a member of the very first Nixon-for-President group and became a key pre-election foreign policy adviser. His path to the governorship would be made easier should Governor Walter Peterson '47, also a Republican, decide not to run for a third term.
It is now confirmed that '42 will be housed in the new and luxurious Tuck dormitory, June 12-14, for our 30th Reunion. As of early December there had been a good response to Jim Farley s initial reunion mailing and returns continue to come in. (You might want to glance at our January column and read some of the comments of your classmates re the 30th and their intentions relating to it).
Many of you will undoubtedly be planning a full week in Hanover and environs... and we hear that great weather is predicted! For example, the Woodstock, Vermont, area has great golf and tennis facilities, the new Woodstock Inn and antiques. The White Mountains of New Hampshire offer Franconia, the Cannon Mountain area, Crawford Notch, and Mt. Washington. The Manchester, Vermont, area has fine inns and great golf, antiques and rare and beautiful old houses. The Maine Coast is only two-and-one-half hours away, with Cape Cod, before the summer rush, only about four hours away.
Ninety minutes from Hanover is the Stowe-Mt. Mansfield area, Smuggler's Notch—ski lifts run during the summer to the top of the mountain—golf and tennis-the famous Shelburne Museum owned by the Vanderbilt family, just south of Burlington.
Vermont Route 100 (one hundred), the ski route, runs up through the rural center of the state, follows the high ground, provides "ultra" views of scenic Old Vermont," not to mention that famous old Montreal, the city rebuilt for EXPO with its famous hotels and restaurants, is only three hours from Hanover.
And a special reminder to those planning to come to the 30th by automobile and who have not been to Hanover for some years ...the roads to Hanover and in the Vermont-New Hampshire scenic areas are excellent and far superior to those we traveled "back in the good old days" and even a half a dozen years ago.
The Reunion Committee plans continental breakfasts each morning, at the Tent, and there will be a program for the youngsters under a competent staff. The College is sponsoring an alumni golf tournament, the tennis courts will be reserved for certain hours, and the big new Olympic-sized pool will be available for swimming! All people desiring to stay over for two extra days can keep their dorm rooms! COME TO THE 30th, JUNE 12-14!
Secretary, 184 West Clinton Ave. Tenafly, N. J. 07670
Treasurer, 126 Peele Road, Nashua, N. H. 03060
