1917

"We're going back to Hanover

To Hanover on the Conn." Yes, this is the last issue before June in which to urge you to hit the trail to our Fun Fifty-Fifth, June 9-11. Seventeen up!

News from the South includes an interesting meeting of the Dartmouth Club of Fort Lauderdale, with Monty Mountcastle '22 presiding as usual. Among those present of our era were Reed Montgomery, '18, Milford Streeter, '16, Clifford Daniel, '18,' Thomas R. Jones, '18, and Eddie McNamara, '22. We were brought up to date on a few new issues. Apparently there is not universal approval of giving the "Indian Sign" to some of our cherished traditions. Memory tells us that it was none other than that noble Indian Chief Walkingstick '18, recently deceased, who taught us the famous Indian Yell which served as the antidote to the "Tiger Growl."

Bob and Anita Scott entertained us most graciously while we were near their Fort Lauderdale home. Bob, fortunately, will have completed his reunion activities in our behalf before he takes off for his customary involvement in the International Senior Golf Tournament in Scotland in July.

In Sarasota, we found the Dartmouth Club most active, with three meetings a month during the winter season. Presiding Secretary George E. Kennedy '29 was registering members for the banquet in honor of President and Mrs. Kemeny, which will be held there in early March. They anticipate an interesting question and answer period following the lecture on Dartmouth Today. In this fascinating city, the college affiliations are further promoted by the Ivy League, which meets once a month. Following a luncheon, a speaker discourses on current topics. Among a varied group of college and university graduates were George Macomber, '20, Charles Stevens, '20, Tinker Lombard, '20 and Walt Henshaw, '21.

On the distaff side, we renewed contact with Jane Swett, who is recovering from a recent hospital experience. Unfortunately there appears to be no improvement in Gil's condition.

Charlotte Emerson is active in civic affairs and is happy to have her son nearby in Miami. He is a successful child psychiatrist who has done outstanding work in his field.

A telephone conservation with Lucile Towler in Sun City Center provided the information that Gene has had a hard winter, with much time spent in the hospital. Now that his health is improving, they will make a real effort to get to reunion. Lucile, happily, has not let her musical interests flag, and plans to give a concert in their community soon.

Without a crystal ball, it is difficult to know what you silent classmates are doing and thinking. Do let us hear from you, and do not hesitate to speak your mind.

Secretary, Box 399, Montpelier. Vt. 05602

Class Agent, Highland Park Club Lake Wales, Fla. 33853