1920

At "Dartmouth Night in New York" on February 22, Carl Newton acted as 1920's chair for that gala occasion, which was attended by 1200 Dartmouths of all generations. Although Carl and Joe Brewer are how our only strictly New York residents, doubtless they were joined by many more loyal '20s from the surrounding area.

Although Charlie McGoughran could not attend the New York gathering, he is planning to head north from Florida about June 1 - destination, of course, Hanover, N.H., where he and Fran will settle in the Hanover Inn through the Hanover holiday period (which is the new name for the post-50-year reunion operation).

From Littleton, Colo., Paul Richter reported a most sagacious observation by one of ErnestMartin Hopkins' college president contemporaries, who remarked, "Dr. Hopkins has the mind of a scholar, the courage of a soldier, and the heart of a boy." How better to summarize one's admiration for that memorable educator?

Thanks, Bud Weymouth, for your ready response to the call from Prexy McGoughran to fill the shoes of the late Al Foley as editor of our continuing newsletter. Bud, while admitting the difficulty of the job, said he'd do his best. We have confidence. Bud, that you will produce for us a newsletter in your own unique way.

Ted Marden, from Concord, N.H., wrote us some weeks ago about his fine visit with a part of his family in the Southwest near Almagordo, N.M. He enjoyed the rarified air at more than 7000 feet and saw much of the surrounding area. Accompanying his letter was an autographed copy of a picture of C. A. Lindbergh riding in a car with the late Mayor Ted Marden of Concord, N.H. Ted's Dad entertained Lindy when fog over Portland forced the flier to put down in Concord, where he was royally entertained in New Hampshire's capital city.

Al Cate, an old car buff who subscribes to Old Cars sent me a clipping dated October 18, 1977. Al is the proud possessor of a 1951 Kaiser, still running and in fine shape, though driven over 200,000 miles. The thrust of Al's message was to report that honorary memberships had been awarded to two giants of automotive design in a recent Far West Grand Classic held in Santa Barbara. The recipients were Philip O. Wright and our RalphRoberts. Both men were given a standing ovation by the Classic Car members. Ralph, you may recall, was a cofounder of LeBaron, a name still seen today on Chrysler models. Along with Wright, Ralph designed many of the fine cars of the twenties, thirties, and forties, today's classics.

Among those present for the June 1978 graduation will be the Franklin N. Corbins of Evanston, Ill., and Egg Harbor, Wis. Frank's grandson will be among those receiving coveted diplomas. Frank, who became an octogenarian a while ago, reports a broken wrist sustained by a fall recently. We hope for a rapid healing, Frank.

Birthday cards went out to several octogenarians in April: Ted Cart, Charlie Carter,Wes Jones, Tink Lombard, Lyon Southworth, and Joe Wright, all now 80, and.one also to Gene Fiske, who has attained the 81st milestone. Coming up in May, we have listed Maurice Gordon, Paul Johnson in nearby Fountain Hills, Ariz., Horace Masse, Dr. Henry B.Rollins, and Ralph Sunergren.

Meanwhile, we regret the passing of RogerHorton in Worcester and James F. Daniell in Tucson (w.here he had been spending the winter). Dan's home was in Green Bay, Wis. Our condolences to their families.

From Hanover, N.H., comes the news that Edith Amsden has been awarded by the local Chamber of Commerce the Citizen-of-the-Year title for her 52 years of service to the community. Her husband John won similar recognition from the chamber eight years ago. Congratulations, Edith, and warm thanks for your fine human services.

Nate and Mildred Whiteside spent a pleasant month of March in Florida on Sanibel Island. While in residence they saw many of the Dartmouth family, including Hazel Macomber in Sarasota and Harriet Miller, visiting from Worcester. Let's give these particular class members a real boost in recognition of the many services they perform each year for Dartmouth. Remember that the Alumni Fund is vital to Dartmouth's welfare.

Co-operating with Princeton and Wellesley, the Dartmouth Club of Phoenix promoted a most successful alumni seminar in March: The subject was "Playing God: or Gene-splicing," a currently "hot" subject. The event attracted 100 people, many Dartmouth people coming up from Tucson. Art Pfeiffer and your secretary were on the steering committee, and Art served additionally as Dartmouth's treasurer.

We close these notes for the summer with a reminder that there has been established an Allen R. Foley Memorial Fund in recognition of his great services to the College, his class, and to the joy of living.

Adios, amigos! May your summer be a good one.

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