1933
This edition of the '33 class notes is going to be mostly a report on the mini reunion based around the Pen game, September 22. The less said about the game, the better, but everything else that weekend was a great success. I lost count of all who attended, but, at one time or another, there were more than 50 of us present, naturally including wives and widows, '33ers all.
Marty Kerwin, from Texas, won the distance traveled onor, with Wood and BettyFoster, from Minnesota close seconds. Mannie and Chilant Sprague were not in the running, with a summer base in Rhode Island.
Many stayed at Quechee, some getting a chance at golf or tennis on Friday, before the dinner that evening at the Quechee Inn. Professor Charles Wood, supplied by the College, gave a humorous talk, accompanied by slides, on the Hanover scene.
There was a business meeting, Saturday morning, at Blunt Center. Nine of your class officers and six members of your executive committee were present. Among the latter were Emily Hobbs and Jean Meek (more about them later). In addition, since we always have "open meetings," there were eight class members: Ted Allen, Mel Katz,Marty Kerwin, Whit Kimball, Bill Lewis,Bob Mitchell, Ev Shineman, and JackWright. Laura Allen and Hattie Lewis held their husbands' hands during the exciting parts.
Your secretary was not allowed to read previous meeting minutes. Treasurer Sam Cunningham said class finances were in good shape and complimented 200 of you (21widows) for paying your class dues promptly. He was willing to stay after the meeting to receive checks from any delinquents present.
Head agent Mannie Sprague complimented you for again breaking the record with your gift of about $120,000 to the Alumni Fund from a class 51 years out of college. He wants to shoot at 52 in '85.
President Page Worthington said it was time to start making plans for our 55th reunion. "Shin" allowed as how he'd like to be alive then.
Reunion chairman Jack Manchester received unanimous agreement that next fall's mini reunion would be the same, first game weekend next year (Princeton game). Convocation of the College would be the following Monday and very worth the stay over. The meeting adjourned and we straggled over to 3 Dana Road, the Manchesters', for our pre game picnic.
Now, the clan was really gathering, and we were joined by two more of our loyal widows, Dele Colla and "Muggs" D'Arcy. A lot of talking and laughing along with drinks and eats! It was a short walk to the field for the game. The sun was hot, real shirtsleeve weather. I sat next to Whit Kimball. Through his playing and long coaching experience, he could point out errors of play as they were happening. I'd like to sit next to him again when Dartmouth "wins big." "Whit" and "Shin" came to the reunion to gether. Both are now widowers. It was good to see them joining forces and having fun.
Back to our quarters to change and then a beautiful drive over winding roads, through woods starting to turn, with our destination the Pierce's Inn in Etna, N.H. This inn is located on a hillside, with front lawn looking out over pastures and woods below. We had our cocktails there with that view. It was a BYOB party with the Inn providing setups and hors d'oeuvres. George and JeanDrowne arrived, as did Jud and Ginney Pierson. It was the last '33 dinner for the Pier-sons before they moved to their new home near Hartford, Conn. It was possibly the last also for Wes and Jan Beattie before they moved from Hanover. In honor of those couples, Jeffand Bea Davis treated the crowd to wine at dinner, and Jeff proposed an eloquent and moving toast wishing both couples good life and happiness in their new homes.
George Drowne and Wood Foster received the Class of '33 Awards of engraved trays and citations, read by Wes Beattie, for their distinguished service to the College and class. Then class president Worthington presented a "1933 Presidential Citation" to EmilyHobbs in recognition of her dedicated service to the widows programs of the Alumni Fund and of our 50th Reunion and to the success of the mini-reunions in the Williamsburg Washington area. The same Presidential Citation was given to Jean Meek for carrying on the traditions of her husband, John, and bearing with the disruptions of her home whenever '33ers landed in Hanover and for her dedicated service on the Alumni Fund and the 50th reunion and the class executive committees.
Our great mini reunion was concluded by singing around the piano as Ted Allen played all the old, familiar songs.
Compliments of the season to all! As these notes go to press we have been saddened to learn of the passing of our good friend and faculty member, George F.Theriault. George died on Friday, October 19, at the Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital after a long illness.
Many of us will never forget the fun gatherings of the Class of 1933 hosted by George and Ray at their home in Hanover, affectionately known as "Bedlam Manor"; nor will we forget the great contribution of George and Ray in editing and publishing the class year book for our 25th reunion.
George will be missed in the Dartmouth, Hanover, and Norwich communities. He had a keen interest in the affairs and accomplishments of his students, in his faculty colleagues, and in local townspeople. His moderating influence at Norwich selectmen's or planning board meetings will not soon be forgotten. He practiced his profession of human relations.
A memorial service was held at Rollins Chapel on Tuesday, October 23.This was attended by Page Worthington, who gave remarks on George's close association with his classmates over the years. Sam Cunningham and Jeff Davis also attended the services, and Dr. Jack Wright and Jack Manchester were ushers.
The class extends its heartfelt sympathy to Ray, their daughter Marcia, son Terry, and their three grandchildren.
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