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Greetings to the Great Class of 1953.Summer 2010 Update to the Class of '53 Website.
YOUR CLASS OF 1953 FALL MINI-REUNION SCHEDULE–2010SEPTEMBER 25TH:
SACRED HEART (1:30 PM)–POST GAME RECEPTION AT ANNE AND BOB SIMPSON'S, OCTOBER 9TH:
YALE (1:30 PM)–POST GAME RECEPTION AT DONNA AND CHUCK REILLY'S. OCTOBER 16TH:
HOLY CROSS (1:30 PM)–POST GAME AT MARILYN PAGANUCCI'S, OCTOBER 29TH:
HOMECOMING BONFIRE, DARTMOUTH NIGHT! Friday night snacks and cocktails (5:00 to 7:00 PM) and after bonfire reception
at the Zimmerman Lounge, Blunt Alumni Center. Blunt Alumni Center is the white building off the northwest corner of the
green, and is a great place from which to watch the bonfire. There will be the mini reunion bar and "noshes". OCTOBER 30TH:
9:00 AM, Saturday morning. Class meeting. Location: Phil Beekman's, 52 Oak Ridge Road, West Lebanon NOVEMBER 13TH: BROWN (12;30 PM)–POST GAME AT THE SIEGAL'S. Cottage I-4, Quail Hollow (365 North Main Street, West Lebanon) (603) 643-0098. Dave's Fun Photos and Files"Just Water" [Note: Requires MicroSoft PowerPoint Viewer] "I Wish You the Strength of All Elements" [Note: Requires MicroSoft PowerPoint Viewer] Blue Beauty [Note: Requires MicroSoft PowerPoint Viewer]
Listen to Yourself in the 1953 Hum, April, 1953
Class Notes, July/August 2010As I write these notes, Admissions has just notified the applicants of its decisions for the Class of 2014; so it is fitting that I recall the beautiful thing that the College did in 1949. It recruited and put together a class of young men who 61 years later are still fulfilling their not unimpressive potential by providing leadership to the College and to our society, something which they have supplied during this entire span of post-college years. It is appropriate therefore that on May 25, 2010 there will be a dedication ceremony at Thayer Hall at which time Thayer will be rededicated, and named The Class of 1953 Commons. Speaking of leadership, Chuck Reilly has been elected to the prestigious Stephen F. Mandel '52 Society. Dartmouth established this society in honor of Stephen F. Mandel '52 to recognize volunteers who provide visionary leadership in raising gifts for Dartmouth through the Dartmouth College Fund. Congratulations, Chuck. You have inspired and shepherded our Class through some of its finest years. Vice President Allen Collins has ascended to the presidency of our Class assuming that role because of the very premature and sad passing of John Springer. Allen is as experienced a leader as there is having served as President of the Alumni Council, President of the Association of Alumni, Chairman of the Dartmouth College Fund for the entire College for two years, and chairman of our 50th reunion. Lots of luck, Allen in your endeavor to lead our Class as it continues its record of excellence. Congratulations to Jeanne and Dave Replogle on the election of their son John '88 to the Board of Trustees of the College. It is exciting to have a scion of our Class carry on the legacy of Bob Douglass, Dick Lombard, Bob Henderson, and Andy Sigler who previously served as members of the Board of Trustees. With great sadness, I must report the deaths of Robert L. Chiesa, Dan C.Dutcher, John B. Huck, Thomas C. McBride,and George D. Weston. On behalf of our Class I offer our sincere condolences to their families.
Class Notes, March/April 2010Neil Isaacs has added two new books to his already not unimposing bibliography. His new novel, "The Doaker's Story" is all about sports and journalism, and has received rave reviews. The other book is "The Package and the Baggage", a guide for couples based on his twenty years of clinical experience. I expect to review them later on. Cynthia and Dave Donovan have put the call out for their Annual Ski ’53 Day. It will take place at Sunapee on February 10 with the downhillers meeting at the mountain at 9:30 AM. Skiers and non-skiers will rendez-vous at the Donovan's home for après ski cocktails, adventure stories, and fireside chats after which, they are all off to an early dinner. Overnight guests are welcome at Chez Donovan. Cathy Callender once again organized the Annual Holiday Luncheon at the Yale Club on December 16. Twenty people enjoyed a most convivial lunch. Fred Whittemore emceed the event as each participant was asked to offer to our classmates his personal comments and observations. On the same day, in another venue, the Hanover Inn, another Annual Holiday Luncheon was in full swing. Under the aegis of Bonnie and David Siegal, this gathering welcomed forty guests, among whom was our president, Jim Yong Kim. President Kim spoke of the financial state of the College. Donna Reilly arranged the entertainment which consisted of piano playing by David Thron, Dennis' son, who never disappoints,and a wonderful performance by Marita and Len Gochman who created a hilarious skit in addition to rewriting "My Favorite Things" from "Sound of Music" to fit the occasion. Three hundred fifty dollars and four shopping bags of food were raised for the Haven, and a good time was had by all. The entire class offers its prayers and good wishes for the speedy and complete recovery of our president, John K. Springer. Sadly I must report the deaths of the following: Douglas Cassel, Phil Elbert, Bud Orr, Sherwood Silitsky, and Sid Widrow.
Class Notes, May/June 2010"Here it is! Our 18 year effort has finally come to fruition!" So began an email from Bob Simpson, President of the Class of 1953 Trust as he exuberantly relayed the exciting news of the creation of the 1953 Commons. In a later e-mail he has written, "Her sparkling noons, the crowding into Commons," These words from the second verse of the song "Dartmouth Undying" will soon have new relevance on the Dartmouth campus when the Class of 1953 Commons becomes a reality in 2011. Our unique Class effort, started in 1992 to support Dartmouth through a charitable trust, allowed us to present $12 million to the College at our 55th reunion in 2008. These funds will help pay in part for the badly needed renovation and modernization of the Thayer dining hall while also providing expanded social space for student activities and the Paul D. Paganucci Conference Room. This building will then be named the "Class of 1953 Commons", thereby insuring that our presence on the Hanover plain will be long remembered. Many, many thanks to President Jim Kim for making this happen!" Congratulations to all! Our Class President, John Kelley Springer, died today. His daughter Kelley posted the following note on their blog. The American Flag at Hartford Hospital was ordered to half mast a little before midnight last night, February 4th 2010. Dad died at 11:05 surrounded by his five women, his wife Jane, his daughters Kelley, Dana, Susie, Nellie and his Brother Bill. Dad's last loving gift was a day to spend surrounding him with prayer, tears, well wishes from friends and messages from all 10 Grandchildren. Safe journey John, Dad and Mr. Springer! Thank you for your clear guidance. Thank you for the passion you have put into your family, friends and work. Dad's heart and soul is in Hartford Hospital. He has so much pride for what it has become and will continue to be....It has been so beautiful to see the Hospital that Dad cares so much about take care of him with so much love and respect! "Safe Journey my beloved husband!" Love, Jane. Mark H. Smoller, 4 Schuyler Drive, Jericho, NY 11753; (516) 938-3616; dartmark@gmail.com
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