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SINCE MID-2011, THE ALUMNI MAGAZINE NOTES HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE PRINTED NEWSLETTER EXCLUSIVELY. UPDATED NOTES WILL NOT BE FOUND ON THIS PAGE. Class of '53 Alumni Magazine NotesLinks to previous class notes can be found below...
Class Notes, July/AugustAn annual rite of spring is perpetuated as Admissions has issued its long-awaited decisions for the Class of 2015. It reminded me that one hundred sixty-seven of our classmates have produced two hundred thirty-six children who attended Dartmouth. With that in mind I decided to check on the next generation of 1953 legacies who will carry our lineage and continue our traditions to the end of this century. Not including the incoming members of Class of 2015, twenty-one of us have produced twenty-seven grandchildren who have joined Classes 2005 through 2014.Those are amazing numbers.I We have classmates whose fathers and grandfathers attended Dartmouth, so for some , their family relationship to Dartmouth will stretch for two centuries or more. The grandchildren and grandfathers are: Kelly C.Bloomer '14, Bloomer, Ross A. Collins '14 and Katelyn C. Parizeau '10, Collins, Dylan R. Conn '09 , Conn, John S. Gehret '11 and Robert D. Henley'09, Donovan, Mark W. Bigor Jr.'12, Franz, Eugene J. Gabianelli '14, Gabianelli, James J. Kordahl '10 and John T. Kordahl '12, Jacobus, Alexander E. Kettering '12, Kettering, Ada E. Graham '08 and Rachel A. Lambert '08, Lambert, Daniel E. Dittrick '08, Lawrence,William Jl McCarthy '09, McCarthy, John M. Morris '11 and Lucy E. Morris '14, Morris, David E. Okum '09, Okun, Eugene P. Clement '10, Pierson, Eric D. Robinson '05, E. Robinson, Edward R. Reed '13, Rockwell, Lauren C. Sarner '14, Sarner, Elise D. Lewyckyi '10 and Jonathan S. Lewyckyi'14, Shapiro, Elizabeth F. Sigler '08, Sigler, Matthew J. Stoff '07, Smoller, Daniel E. Weisman '08 and Leah R. Weisman '10, Sudikoff. Chuck Reilly has asked, “If you have not yet contributed to the Dartmouth College Fund, we need you to do so now. Remember, we have two goals this year—raising $250,000 and high participation. So far, our results are about average, but we are not an average Class! So participate generously. We could have a great year—as the Great Class of 1953 should. Be there!” Sadly I must acknowledge the deaths of classmates James D.Decker and Robert G. Newsom. I offer the condolences of our Class to their families.
Class Notes, January/February 2011Our Memorial Book Program which receives little publicity though it is a most productive and wonderful activity which has been ongoing for many years under the direction of John Kennedy. John works quietly, conscientiously, and effectively and to date the Class has presented to Baker Library 236 books in memory of every member of our class who is deceased as well as 13 books honoring our past presidents. In addition our classmates have contributed 38 other books through this program as individuals honoring deceased members of our class as well as of those of other classes and non-memorial books. Another group which does not receive the recognition it deserves is the Bartlett Tower Society. When Ron Lazar undertook its leadership in 1988, we had 15 members. At present we have 72 including those who had memberships but are now deceased. The nearest Class to ours in its membership numbers has 55. Congratulations, Ron! Your unceasing effort continues to pay off. Renee Zarin, Michael Zaria's wife, Ben E. Potter's son Ben B. Potter's 84, M''88 mother in law, and grandmother to our only Class grandchildren born of the union of Ben B. to Dina Zarin Potter, Hannah, Ariel and Sam Potter, has been honored by Queens College of the CUNY for her lifetime of effort in their behalf. The alumni office building at Queens College has been named the Renee Kroll Zarin Alumni Hall. In addition, Queens College has also established the Renee Kroll Zarin Queens College Honors Scholarship program which will provide four highly selective merit based scholarships in the academically challenging honors program. Congratulations, Renee! Bryon Menides' offspring continue their artistic endeavors. John, also known as J Menides '86 has just released his latest CD of original music. "White Coast Matinee." It is fresh and varied. "Still Green" was written for and is the theme song of his sister Georgia's award winning movie. Once again I complete these notes with the sad news of the passing of Gilbert S. Osborn and Edward K. Rose. I send the sympathy of our Class to Lynne Osborn and their children and to Malee Rose. Mark H. Smoller; 4 Schuyler Drive, Jericho, NY 11753; (516)938-3616; dartmark@gmail.com
Class Notes, November/December 2010Fran L'Esperance has sent me word of a special award, which he has received. The Rank Prize for Optoelectronics was presented to him at a lavish ceremony held at the Royal College of Physicians in London, England on February 8, 2010. The event was attended by a number of members of the British Peerage. Fran, who is a Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Columbia University School of Medicine, began the first FDA approved trial of corneal surgery using photorefractive keratatectomy, the predecessor of today's LASIK corrective eye surgery. Because the individuals whom he treated experienced severe discomfort he adapted another procedure where the cornea was incised without disturbing the outer layers and the mid-cornea was treated directly with the exciter laser to correct the refractive error. He named this procedure LASIK (Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratectomy). One million people are treated with LASIK in this country every year. The Rank Prize is considered by the British to be the world's most outstanding award in optoelectronics and England's response to Sweden and Norway's Nobel Prize. Congratulations, Fran! Harlan Fair is employing his knowledge and skills to better the human existence by working with Engineers without Borders as a member of a team who have expertise in Engineering, Hydrogeology, and Public Health. He has undertaken a project to secure a reliable and safe drinking water source in Puerto de Valle Guanajuato, Mexico, and a small village. It obtains its water from an unreliable community well, one apparently with an excess of coli form bacteria and nitrates, as well as various minerals including an excess of fluorides. The project requires taking water samples and having them analyzed as well as designing and building the new water source while educating the local populace as to its need and its ultimate worthiness. Tom Bloomer and Bonnie Siegal are scheduled to meet with our College executives to discuss the results of their class survey on bonding. They have acquired by some expert statistical analysis some interesting information which we hope will be useful to other classes. Well done, Bonnie and Tom! Sadly I have to report the death of Fred Walsh. We offer sincere condolences to his wife and daughter. Mark H. Smoller; 4 Schuyler Drive, Jericho, NY 11753; (516)938-3616; dartmark@gmail.com
Class Notes, September/October 2010May 25, 2010 was a bittersweet day for the Class of 1953. We learned and reflected. We remembered and rejoiced, and after 17 years of planning, our Class saw its longtime vision of a permanent physical on-campus legacy fulfilled with the dedication of The Class of 1953 Commons, forever symbolizing our lifelong dedication to Dartmouth. From the first edgy moments we felt as freshmen, hearing cries of "53 Out!" our class has collectively joined in a unique bond. This undeniable and inscrutable bond between classmates is no longer so much a mystery thanks to the efforts of Tom Bloomer and Bonnie Siegal whose survey and subsequent analysis has provided rich material for us and for future classes to use to understand the etiology of this relationship. The sun shone brightly as it streamed through the stained glass windows into Rollins Chapel in the afternoon as more than 200 guests gathered there to share the joyous celebration of the life of our late President, John Springer. Emotions flowed easily and copiously as Alan Shumway and Joanne Whiting gave moving renditions of "The Three Bells," "Sanctus", and "On Eagle's Wings." We joined in singing The Lord's Prayer and sang out heartily in "Men of Dartmouth." There were various presentations to the family by Allen Collins, Robert Simpson and Dr. Joseph Stevens (a family friend), and through it all came the reassuring, dulcet, and inspirational tones of Donald Carpenter Goss who orchestrated and presided over the entire program. There was even a letter of thanks and condolence to Jane Springer and their daughters from President Obama. As if these were not sufficient activities and emotional gymnastics, we adjourned to what was arguably the day's most climactic event. After a highly laudatory talk by Provost Carol Folt in which she detailed how our 12 million dollar gift to the College would modernize and improve the former Thayer Hall, the building's new name was unveiled to great cheers and delight from the assembled classmates. The Class of 1953 Commons was now, finally, a permanent fixture on campus. And so, we headed to Collis for a reception, a celebration never more in order than on this Tuesday. Mark H. Smoller; 4 Schuyler Drive, Jericho, NY 11753; (516)938-3616; dartmark@gmail.com
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, June/July 2010Fran L’Esperance has sent me word of a special award, which he has received. The Rank Prize for Optoelectronics was presented to him at a lavish ceremony held at the Royal College of Physicians in London, England on February 8, 2010. The event was attended by a number of members of the British Peerage. Fran, who is a Professor of Clinical Ophthamology at Columbia University School of Medicine began the first FDA approved trial of corneal surgery using photorefractive keratatectomy, the predecessor of today’s LASIK corrective eye surgery. Because the individuals whom he treated experienced severe discomfort he adapted another procedure where the cornea was incised without disturbing the outer layers and the mid-cornea was treated directly with the excimer laser to correct the refractive error. He named this procedure LASIK ( Laser Assisted In-Situ Keratectomy). One million people are treated withLASIK in this country every year. The Rank Prize is considered by the British to be the world’s most outstanding award in optoelectronics and England’s response to Sweden and Norway’s Nobel Prize. Congratulations, Fran! Harlan Fair is employing his knowledge and skills to better the human existence by working with Engineers Without Borders as a member of a team who have expertise in Engineering, Hydrogeology, and Public Health. He has undertaken a project to secure a reliable and safe drinking water source in Puerto de Valle Guanajuato, Mexico, a small village . It obtains its water from an unreliable community well, one apparently with an excess of coliform bacteria and nitrates, as well as various minerals including an excess of fluorides. The project requires taking water samples and having them analyzed as well as designing and building the new water source while educating the local populace as to its need and its ultimate worthiness. Tom Bloomer and Bonnie Siegal are scheduled to meet with our College executives to discuss the results of their class survey on bonding. They have acquired by some expert statistical analysis some interesting information which we hope will be useful to other classes. Well done, Bonnie and Tom! Sadly I have to report the death of Fred Walsh. We offer sincere condolences to his wife and daughter.
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
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, January/February 2010The Fall is upon us signaling exciting sports activity, Dartmouth night, Homecoming and the naming of our Classmate of the Year. This year our committee named two outstanding classmates for this distinguished honor. Put Blodgett and Allen Collins now join the ranks of those distinguished classmates who have previously been so honored. Allen is the only Dartmouth alum who has held all three of the following positions: President of the Alumni Council, President of the Association of Alumni and Chairman of the Dartmouth Fund. Put has served our College, the greater Hanover community, and the States of New Hampshire and Vermont as a woodsman, a farmer, an ecologist, a ski racing official and as an artist. Congratulations! Many thanks to Lore and John Dodge who hosted a fabulous maxi-mini reunion at the spectacular Mount View Grande Hotel in Whitefield, New Hampshire. There were 28 attendees who enjoyed excellent weather and a wonderful program of golf, tennis, a super lecture on New Hampshire’s grand hotels and fabulous meals. In addition, Lore and John had a super barbecue at their own home for the Class. Grafton County has named court room number one in the Grafton County Courthouse the Honorable William Reynold Johnson courtroom in his memory. A gifted and devoted jurist, a brilliant and humane individual, Bill served with distinction as a Associate Justice of the New Hampshire Supreme Court. President Jim Yong Kim visited Donald Goss at his home. They discussed many different aspect s relating to the College , with Donald offering President Kim his personal observations on a number of subjects. The visit continues to add to the already fast-growing perception of Dr. Kim’s grace, energy, and determination to learn everything that he can about Dartmouth. Allen Collins’ granddaughter Katelyn Collins Parizeau ‘10 co-managed the Big Green Bus in its vegetable oil-fueled 12,000 mile trip across the United States this summer. It sounds like great fun for a worthy cause. Sadly I must relate the sad news of the death of our classmate, Howard Elton Clark Jr. I offer our sympathy and condolences to his wife Dona and their children, David, Suzanne, and Brian. Mark H. Smoller 4 Schuyler Drive, Jericho, NY 11753; (516) 938-3616; Dartmark@gmail.com
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