1934

Where, oh where did the summer go? I lost it somewhere between June and September!

I have some correspondence that has accummulated, so I'll share it with you as best as I can.

I received a news clipping from Bob Naramore (whom I do not know) from Bridgeport, Conn. It tells of the retirement after 17 years as president of the Sprague Meter Division of Textron Inc., of William A. Haist. Under Bill's leadership, the company "increased its research and development, added to its product line, expanded plant facilities, established a position as one of the leading suppliers to the gas industry, and increased volume substantially." That's quite a record, Bill! In addition, he is a past director of the American Gas Association, past president and currently a director of the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association and a past trustee of the Institute of Gas Technology. Welcome to the club, Bill, and congratulations on a job well done.

A note from Ted Gregory from Branford, Conn., tells about the Branford Historical Society, of the barbershop quartet of which he is a staunch member. Also enclosed was a letter from the New Haven Colony Historical Society, thanking Ted's wife for giving many documents her ancestors had used which had been woven into a book, The Wilfords of Branford. Ted says his singing and Elizabeth's writing are only, "part of our activities, but we are healthy, happy, and grateful for our good fortune." He also asked a question: Has anybody made a study to see if the women support the Alumni Fund as loyally and substantially per capita as we do? I can't answer that, Ted, but when Jake Jacobson reads this, perhaps he can.

Out distinguished and most capable treasurer, Edward S. Brown, with forty years of service on the Dartmouth faculty, retired in June. Ed, along with four other faculty members, was honored at the 207 th commencement. In addition, Ed was elected honorary member of Phi Beta Kappa and was initiated into the Alpha Chapter of New Hampshire. Ed should get all kinds of awards for the work he has done for our class, and in addition I add my own award to him - "Best Helper to Worst Columnist for 1974-1979." Our very best wishes to you and Barbara, Ed, from June and me!

A postcard from Roily Wilson from Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. He said, "Greetings from 'The Canal' where all hell broke out 35 years ago this fall, with much respect for those who were here. Am circumnavigating the water way." Having been on Okinawa for one whole year back then, I know what must have gone through your mind. Sounded like a real good trip, and thanks for the card.

We had a very nice note from LorettaReinherz (Arthur's widow) thanking the Class on behalf of her children and herself for the book in memory of Art that was given to the library. She said, "Arthur loved his years at Dartmouth. Until we moved to California in 1956, we attended every reunion. Even the children loved those days in Hanover. Please accept the enclosed check as a small remembrance from a woman who loved a Dartmouth man." What a thoughtful woman you are, Loretta, and the check was forwarded and credited to the Alumni Fund campaign in Arthur's memory. On behalf of the- Class, we thank you and wish you the best.

John Anderson wrote to Dennis Dinan, editor of the ALUMNI MAGAZINE, revealing that he always had a secret ambition to be included in the "Give a Rouse for" column. Well, John surely earned his mention in the September issue. (Haven't gotten mine yet, but will be anxiously checking it when I do.) John received more press coverage in the Cleveland press for June than Lou Boudreau used to get. As a result of his chairmanship of the annual fund drive, he received the University School award for "distinguished service and extraordinary devotion." $267,000 was raised, and the headmaster said it was the first time in history that the fund surpassed a quarter of a million dollars. John heads his own realtor firm, which he founded in the mid-forties. He and Mary plan to attend the Princeton and Holy Cross games this fall and to visit their daughter and son-in-law that week.

Bill Scherman wrote about the tapes BudYallalee's sister found in his camper following his untimely death as he was driving north from Florida (see September obituary). The tapes were addressed to May and Dick Houck, who in turn sent them to Bill, and then he sent them to Jack Gilbert. Bud ended the tape by saying "'Till we meet again." We will all look forward to that, Bud.

Bill had a visit from Jackie and RalphBrabbee and two of their sons, Rick and Kurt, and Kurt's wife Carol. Marty and Joy Dwyer joined them, and since they had roomed together off-campus in their junior year along with Lee Eggleston, they had a great time talking over those days. Jackie was the one who introduced Joy and Marty on a blind date some 35 years ago. Sounded like a wonderful time, Bill, and it was nice to get some pleasant news from you. Bill usually has the task of informing me of the deaths of Class members.

I'll save the rest, because I have used up my allotted number of words. See you in November, and I hope many of you were able to get to Hanover for the September 16 game. Sorry we had to miss it.

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