1940
My ego is without limits! During the past several weeks I learned that this column has at least one reader. Harry Hoyt, who responded promptly with the answer to John Bertrand's inquiry about classmate Ken Curtis. This has been forwarded to John. Thank you, Harry, and apologies for my inability to uncover the information from my own files. The information given regarding the whereabouts of Ken, not to leave anyone in the dark, was that he had worked for Metropolitan Life in New York City but died on August 26, 1979. His last address was in Ossining, N.Y.
The most recent edition of the "Indian Drum" arrived very much on schedule a few days ago. I had expected to find mention that its editor had been slowed by the medics, but this was not evident. In March, Bob Austin had written to say he had a date for bypass surgery in mid-April. Bob kept the date, was operated upon on the 16th, and in his casual way reported his release on the 26th as follows: "All went well and I surprised many people in getting home as fast as I did." He is reminded by his sore abdomen that it may take a month or so to get back to normal "if there is a normal. I have quite a bit of fancy stitching to show for all this and asked the doc if he also did quilting!" Not one to shirk his duty, Bob planned to be in Hanover on May 8 for the class officers' meetings. Incidentally, Bob and June were presented with their second grandchild on April 30, a son born to daughter #2, Pat Austin Franks. And you used to think the beavers were busy, Bob?
Did you see Charlie Power quoted in Forbes magazine recently to the effect that business is very much as ususal at Gramatan Travel, which serves a unique part of society not fazed by the recession. Charlie enjoys his work and has been traveling a lot in connection with it. Recently, he returned from an adventure to South Africa. He hopes to "hang in" for at least a few more years.
Zel and I were recipients of a great letter from Lam Kerins a few weeks ago, this in response to mention of our efforts to reach him when in West Germany last fall. "At the time you were in Hannover and West Germany, I believe my wife Ursula was on a tour in China, and I was in the States, including Cleveland (where youngest daughter, Susan Klein . . . Smith College and University of Pittsburgh Medical College ... is a pediatric intern at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, while her husband Eric is a surgery intern at the Cleveland Clinic)." As for the other Kerins progeny, daughter Kristi is principal of St. Agnes School in Alexandria, Va., while son Craig '67 is an orthopedic surgeon in Augusta, Ga. You have a lot to be proud of, Lamie and Ursula!
This will probably be their last year in Europe, Lam reports, before retirement. Currently his employer is Reynolds Aluminum in Germany. As yet, he and Ursula haven't decided where to settle down after the past seven years in Europe. Lam did make an interesting observation about European medicine, which he believes "to be much better than the average American assumes. In particular I have been impressed with their diagnostic ability rhey seem to evaluate the patient in considerable depth before making actual tests." The Goulder experience is a limited one, Lam, but whatever the approach, we are pleased with the results to date not a panacea, but a substantial help in stemming the progression of Zel's M.S. case.
You got the word in the "Drum" that Eunice Durgin had moved, but in case you missed it, she can now be reached at 3613-D Anclote Place, Raleigh, N.C. 27607. Eunice has been quick to find a circle of Dartmouth friends and attended the extravaganza in Durham featuring the Dartmouth Glee Club during its spring tour. Harold McAllister, who makes his home in Raleigh, was instrumental in masterminding the event, arranging hospitality for Glee Club members, developing publicity, and making general arrangements for this evening of nostalgia and fun.
Eben and Mevie Cockley have cast the die. Their home in suburban Cleveland has been sold and plans are on the boards for their retirement haven in Vero Beach, Fla., not far from Bob and Ann Berger's winter abode. Eb retires from the practice of law this year, although he will continue with his associates as a consultant for an indefinite period.
From Earle Reingold came a snapshot of himself in the happy company of Chal Carothers, Ray Helm, and Marshall Hollander. All were gathered for what was a delicious dinner at Chal and Jane's new home in Pompano Beach. Unfortunately, the picture was in color, hence it could not be used with this column. It is reported that Chal has had a very busy year. First, he married Jane just a year ago. Then he sold his seven-year-old New York-based business in out-placement and career consulting and joined a similar operation headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Jack Cooney and Associates by name. The associates had been former staff people with Chal in New York. As for the rest of the gathering, Judy and Marsh reside yearround in Ft. Lauderdale, a short block from Irma and Earle's home-away-from-home, where they evade the chill northern winters annually.
Before closing out the column, I am obliged to pass on to you the recently received word of the deaths of Bob White last December after a courageous but losing battle against cancer; of Fred Ewing last September; and of Bill Holmes in February 1980. To the families of each go sincere expressions of sympathy from the class.
Lest you forget, lick a 20-center and mail in your Alumni Fund gift. I promise, this is the last time I will bug you on the subject this year.
Have a great summer.
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