1936

The geographic center of the class of 1936 has seasonably shifted from the chilly Northeast to sunny Florida. A 1 Gibney has set up his winter headquarters at the Indian River Plantation in Stuart, and when he is not golfing or boating, he is busily hosting transient '36s. Over on the west coast in the Ft. Myers-Punta Gorda area once again in residence are the Fernalds, Coronises, Mellors, Parkers, Builters, Kapplers, etc.

Some of you may still want to stop off at the DARTMOUTH SUNSHINE CONFERENCE in Orlando, March 27-29. Spec ial Dartmouth rooms are available at the Radisson Plaza.

A strictly 1936 mini-reunion is available to those of you who are not returning northward until the middle of April. Madine Morton has arranged for Dartmouth '36 space at the Marriott Hilton Head Resort (South Carolina) for April 12-15, (Tel. 803/842-2400). Recreational and social activities will be available in the Shipyard Golf and Racquet Club or at the beachfront pavilion. For the intrepid golf buff, the PGA Heritage Classic preliminary practice round will be held April 15 no admission charge for spectators.

Not to be overshadowed by the Florida preponderance, I received cards from BobKeeler and Courtney Catron in the Hawaii sun and surf. Faith and CharlieBrooks postponed their annual trek to Vail, Colo., and took off in January to explore the wonders of the down-under continent and to cheer on the U.S. entry in the America's Cup a very good way to celebrate their 50th.

Before the deep chill enveloped the ETO, Bernice and Fred Weiss spent six weeks in London, a city of which, he writes, they never tire.

Just before we closed up shop on the Cape, June and I joined the Brookses and Eunice and Dean Nicholson to help Connie and Henry Mascarello celebrate Hank's retirement from his lifetime pursuit in the field of criminology and social problems of the penal system. Because of his extreme dedication and sensitivity to this field, Connie said she never thought Hank would actually retire. A modest cocktail party at the Mascarello home and a delightful dinner at the Coonamesset Inn highlighted the event.

Following the wishes of the class executive committee at their fall 1986 meeting, A 1 Gibney secured the services of BobKeeler as chairman and Fitzherbert, Fullerton, Fernald, and Wiesman as committee trustees to form the Class of 1936 Trustee advisory committee. The '"36 TAC" shall have the function of serving as a focal group to solicit or otherwise collect comments, opinions, facts, etc., from any or all interested classmates pertaining to the class or the College; then to combine these in thoughtful fashion, add its own analysis and perspective; and finally as the official class of 1936 liaison group with the Trustees, be the vocal group for dialogue with the Trustees."

As a starter, Dave Fox, who was appointed to the new position of "Class Pollster," sent a questionnaire to the entire class regarding the presidential selection. The initial response was about a 25 percent return not overwhelming but still a reasonable sampling enough to justify future use of the '36 TAC as a '36 power base with clout. Dave then forwarded a very comprehensive summary of the replies to the committee. Thank you, Dave, and undoubtedly too, Shirley.

In his status report on the Hopkins Memorial Paul Guibord pointed out that it had been hoped that the project would enjoy maximum participation not just be financed by substantial contributions from a few classmates. To date the participation is only 51.2 percent (the Reunion Alumni Fund Gift enjoyed 79 percent participation). With about $12,000 needed to complete the memorial, Paul is asking all classmates and widows who have not yet given any sort of a donation to increase the participation. Any classmate who would like to increase his donation will help the fund reach its goal.

The class, the College, and the Hanover community suffered a great loss by the sudden death on December 9, 1986 of Philip D. Mclnnis. To the class he was more then just the treasurer, he was our very close link with the College. The success of our frequent meetings and minireunions in Hanover ran more smoothly primarily because of the efficient attention to details by Phil. In recognition of his devotion and outstanding service to his profession, the College, and the community, the class presented him with the Class of 1936 Award in 1983.

On December 21, 1986 a memorial service was held at the White Church in Hanover. The Church was packed with friends, family, and well over a score of Dartmouth classmates. On May 2, in accordance with Phil's specific wishes, there will be a celebration of his life, to be held at the Top of the Hop in Hanover, from p.m. All classmates and friends are invited. The family has indicated that any contributions in Phil's memory should be made to the Women's Intercollegiate Program, c/o DCAC, Hanover, NH.

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