1956
Those loyal followers who fail to read beyond this column each month are advised to resurrect the November issue and check out the photo on page 66. Then, join me in greeting JohnLiebman, charter member of the College's newest, albeit only semi-official, regional organization. We'll look forward to news of future reunions.
Speaking of reunions, we had a good turnout for the annual Dartmouth Night weekend. Clem Malin was there, of course, to lead the parade on Friday night and preside at the class meeting the following morning. Also in evidence was Dick Taylor, who, along with family and two dogs, forsook the Coolidge in favor of an AARP discount at Hojo's. Some guys'll do anything for a buck!
At the meeting, in addition to the above, were Tex Fridlund, upholding the honor of the homefront; Howard Sodokoff, dispensing serious words of wisdom about alumni giving or the lack of same; RussSmith, Rick Worrell, and Jack Robinson;Cube Conroy, to fill in the social calendar; and your trusty scribe.
Also seen at the parade, at the game, or at the happy hour following, were our nownot-so-recently reelected Trustee, BobDanziger, Russ Brace, Mike Levi, BillMagavern, Cliff Allen, Ted Rowe, JackWheatley, Line Spaulding, Bob Faulkner, and George Brophy, who, by the way, set up the house for a round (or two?) at the social hour. A fine time was had by all!
Some time ago, I received from JackTamagni a fascinating article from Institutional Investor about George Yaeger, who has long been pursuing his avocation, the collecting of writings and autographs of famous founders of American businesses. Already having obtained over 200 such works, including the likes of John Jacob Astor, Cornelius Vanderbilt, and J. Paul Getty, George still has a wish list of some 160 more. And the value of his collection rises daily. A Henry Ford signature, purchased for five bucks in 1966, is probably worth about $500 today. Not a bad avocation for a growth stock manager. If you know of anyone with an E.I. du Pont signature, call George immediately.
From Cube Conroy comes an article from The New York Times on John Vande Kamp's campaign for the governorship of California. I'm sure that all will join me in wishing John well. At present, the polls look good. Let's just hope that, if and when he takes office, there will be no more earth quakes in California.
Speaking of natural disasters, since you guys were good to me this time, I'll omit the birthday list. Also, I'm happy to report that Charleston is alive and well after Hugo. There aren't as many trees, or roofs, for that matter, but the city is essentially as lovely as ever. Come see us.
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