1917

There is still time to get your name in for our Fun Fifty-Fifth. So as you read the dates, June 9 to 11 in the May issue of this magazine, just re-check your records and make sure that you have signed up with Karl Thielscher and the boys who are planning a rip-roaring good time for our classmates who graduated 55 years ago. It is always gratifying to know that some of the younger relatives of our classmates plan to attend. Just the other day, Mrs. Richard (Louise) Halsted, daughter of our classmate and friend John W. Davis said she would be happy to join us in June.

Bob Boynton writes from Florida, saying, "Lest we forget, make your plans to come to our fall get-together on Friday and Saturday, September 29 and 30. Reservations should be made personally at the Hanover Inn by addressing Miss Corey." This customary and special gathering is always enjoyed by all who come, and this year, the New Hampshire game will take place on Saturday, the 30th.

To bring you up to date on new doings at the College, let me report on a meeting of the Dartmouth Club of Central Vermont in Montpelier recently. About 55 people, including wives of members, ranging from the class of 'OB, (Fred Munkelt) to six aspirants for the incoming freshman class, were in attendance. Professor David Ragone and his wife Katherine were the speakers, each telling of the "New Dartmouth." As you may know, Professor Ragone is Dean of Thayer School and is interested in combining the philosophy of the Engineering School with the practical approach at the Tuck School. Under his regime, it is hoped that the students will develop an appreciation for the social elements as well as the technology of engineering. Through the coordination of the two schools, it will be possible to offer a program heretofore unavailable to graduate students. By the time we reach Hanover, the new building will be well along and is expected to be ready for classes in the fall. Mrs. Ragone, Assistant Dean of the College, explained some of the changes in the curriculum in line with the program for coeducation One hundred and eighty girls are expected to be there soon, and more by the fall term, 1972. The details of this transition are complicated and still experimental. There are, however, opportunities for interchange with members of the Seven Colleges group, such as Vassar, Wellesley and Mt. Holyoke, as well as far-distant University of San Diego. So many admissions on the distaff side are expected that the College is leasing the Chieftain Motel as well as the one connected with the Inn, to take care of the influx of female students. The fact that the College will be in operation for 12 months of the year also calls for major adjustments. Bob Burdett "42, presided at this meeting and closed it by paying tribute to Al Bliss '27, who served as treasurer for many years. He was unable to be present, but he will surely enjoy the fine picture of Dartmouth Hall that was given to him in appreciation of his loyal services.

News about Guy Richardson is a bit late but nonetheless encouraging. He underwent surgery in January but is now at home and well on the road to recovery. Just to complicate matters, it seems that his wife Margery had broken her leg at some time before the end of the year. We are glad to know that she has thrown away her crutches and shows no ill effects from the accident.

In closing, let's not forget that Len Eeade is not only taking on again the chairmanship of the Alumni Drive this spring, but is also collecting our special reunion gifts. Come on, all you classmates out there. Let's check the wallets and pockets, dig down and make it an easy job for him this year.

Secretary, Box 399, Montpelier, Vt. 05602

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