1936

FORTY-FIFTH REUNION

The 45th reunion of the class of 1936, held in its 46th year out, proved that it was well worth waiting the extra year for. Even the rain that fell on Thursday, the departure day, could not dampen the spirit and enthusiasm of the 129 classmates or the overall total of 246 alumni, widows, wives, and sweethearts present. Both of these numbers constituted new records for most alumni and most people, respectively, at a 45th reunion. That the class continued to set records is due in no small measure to the hard work and efforts of Reunion Chair PeteFitzherbert and his great staff. In keeping with the current College methodology, we hereby "give a rouse for" all of them.

Although the reunion officially commenced on Monday, June 14, Tanna and Bob Fernald got ours off to an early start by hosting a dinner on Sunday evening for classmates and spouses who beat the gun. Those familiar with the Fernald hospitality know it had to be great! On Monday, luncheon meetings were held at Tuck School, Thayer School, and the Medical School and by several fraternities. Your correspondent and spouse attended a Phi Psi luncheon organized by Al Gibney. A large number of Phi Psi fraters and spouses from the classes of 1936, 1937, and 1938 were present, and it constituted a.splendid inauguration to our 45th. Later, cocktails at the 1936 tent were followed by an alumni dinner at the Thompson Arena (this magnificent edifice bears little resemblance to the hockey rink of our time at Hanover) for all reuning classes. Many of us then attended a concert by the Dartmouth Glee Club. Led by its new director, Louis Burkot, the Glee Club and its offerings were warmly received by the large audience. All three evenings concluded with the usual tent activities, often abetted with Ted Dearborn or the undersigned at the piano.

Following breakfast at the class tent on Tuesday, most of those present adjourned to Hopkins Center, where President David McLaughlin spoke and answered questions. It would be fair to report that he created a most favorable impression. Next on the agenda was the class meeting, which was the usual raucous gathering. Our outgoing president, Jim Stephens, who was subsequently honored for his outstanding presidency, convened the meeting at which a number of reports were submitted. Cliff England proffered a treasurer's report showing present class assets of $14,650, of which 15,000 is in cash and $9,650 is in 14 per cent treasury notes. Paul Guibord submitted a report on the bequest program, and Bob Fernald brought us up to date on the Alumni Fund and our 45th reunion gift. Bob advised that $331,681 had been raised so far, which is the largest 45th reunion gift ever. Pete Fitzherbert reported that a total of 240 persons had been counted as present at reunion so far and that the arrival of one more person was needed in order to set a new record for a 45th reunion. Ray Builter submitted the report of the nominating committee, recommending a slate of class officers and an executive committee, which was unanimously adopted. The new class officers are Bob Fernald, president; Mac Hill, secretary; and Art Toan, Alumni Councilor. Cliff England, Frank Kappler, and Paul Guibord continue as treasurer, newsletter editor, and bequest chair respectively. Along with the class officers, a new executive committee of 18 was also elected. It was announced that the next meeting of the class executive committee would be held at Bonnie Oaks on the weekend of the Harvard game, namely October 15-17. Anyone planning to attend should write to Bonnie Oaks, Fairlee, Vt. 05045 requesting a reservation. And don't forget to enclose an $80 deposit. Barry Sullivan also urged classmates to attend the William and Mary football game at' Williamsburg on October 9, and he noted that he had reserved 40 rooms at a motel within walking distance of the stadium and had planned a cocktail reception-buffet following the game. He said reservations at the motel should be made directly with Holiday Inn West, P.O. Box 96, Williamsburg, Va. 23185, Attn: Helen Lail. The rate is $47 for a single, $53 for a double.

A joint picnic with the classes of 1937 and 1938 took place next at Storrs Pond, and that evening a class reception and dinner were held at Thayer Hall. On Wednesday, a memorial service for the 167 departed members of the class was conducted with great dignity by JimLancaster, with Ted Dearborn at the organ. This was followed by a discussion program entitled "The Arms Race and You." History Professor Charles Wood served as moderator, and there were two panelists from each of the classes of 1936, 1937, and 1938. Art Appleton and Bob Keeler represented 1936 and were most impressive. Capping the reunion was a class reception and dinner at the Outing Club. A farewell brunch at the tent on Thursday day morning brought another great reunion to a close.

Missing from the reunion scene was classmate Horace P. Witherspoof. Anyone having any knowledge of his whereabouts should contact Jim Stephens.

Reunioning '36ers expressed their enthusiasm at being together in low-key tete-a-tetes

. . . not to mention in high-energy boogeying.

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