1942

A few months ago, at the suggestion of my good wife, Betty, we moved my "study" downstairs to our condo's lower floor. Of course, the move included my computer, printer, and all my files; including those related to these '42 Class Notes. Unfortunately, in the process some items seem to have disappeared. On the other hand, other items that had previously disappeared have miraculously come to light! One of these is a brief note that Bill Mitchel was kind enough to share with me. It concerns his and Fran's memory of Don Gates and Dick Lippman, who died within a few weeks of each other at the end of 1995 and the beginning of 1996. Mitch writes: "After the '78 Reunion we encountered Lipp and Don alone in the abandoned tent. They were involved in a lively repartee that reminded us of a tennis match. Don a fey, witty comedian in his own right was a perfect foil for Lipp. There were no personal jibes, no putdowns, no meanness, and nothing off color. Rather, they came across as a harmonious duo sharing humorous observations about the ironies of life in general, the frustrations of dealing with everyday problems, the joys and disappointments in their careers, and the politics of the time. Watching with glee these good friends performing under the tent that languid summer afternoon is a joyful memory we will never forget. It was, sadly, the last time we saw either of them."

Speaking of memories, Betty and I recently worked as volunteers for our local library helping prepare for a huge annual bargain sale of discarded books. Betty spoted a small green-bound volume that turned out to be the 50th Reunion Book of Dartmouth's class of '08. Remembering (don't ask me how) that Melvina Herberger had once revealed that her father had graduated with that class, Betty brought it home and we both read it. Most of the entries contained information about the offspring of these '08s so, just for,fan, I began making notes of those sons who were in our class. There were six of them: John Glaze, William G. Miller, JamesO'Shea, Dick Peebles, Dave Skillin (died in WW II bombing mission), and PaulVaitses. Then Betty sent the book to Melvina. In her thank you letter Melvina said she recalled that Paul Vaitses had once told her that his father was in '08, so she went through the book carefully and found the same six names.

Leslie Winship writes: "Thought you might be interested that, as a daughter of '42, I so enjoy reading your remarks in each month's DAM. Not sure I've ever met John and Sally Brewer but sure hope to when next they're in town so we can trade real estate horror stories. And I also share Chuck Herberger's enthusiasm for America's Stonehenge. It provides excellent thought of our origins. Very hum- bling. So, please give my best to all the '42s. I miss being the "Jr. Hostess" at 3 Parkway. But assure everyone that there's still a Winship in Hanover, and the welcome mat is always out."

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