Hoosac School - Owl Yearbook (Hoosick, NY)

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Richard A. MacCracken A.B. William and Mary, M.A. Johns Hopkins Baltimore, Maryland Latin, French In addition to teaching a heavy load of French and Latin classes, as well as raising William, Mr. MacCracken has continued last year’s Riding Club. His persistency gets the boys to the stables and will eventually produce some very good riders. Mr. MacCracken began early to prepare his classes for college entrance board tests, and this has proved a great asset to his students taking these tests. Anthony Dingman A.B. Dartmouth Princeton, Massachusetts English Although Mr. Dingman’s tests are hard, it is a consolation to realize that we are studying our own language. Wading through the intricacies of grammar and literature is not easy, but most students have begun to get a new and interesting insight into literature, and through literature, into themselves and others. In addition to his classes, Mr. Dingman has been of great help in the organization of plays, dance decorations, and The Owl Board. W. Howard Delano BS. University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont English, Speech. P.O.A.D., Theology- Mr. Delano came to Hoosac front The Kent School, where he had been teaching for a number of years. In addition to classroom duties, Mr. Delano could be found this fall puttering down in his Volkswagon to the old school's ball field to teach soccer to the J. V. team. Mr. Delano was also of considerable help in this year’s presentation of the Boar’s Head and Yule Log festival. Pago 10

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The Rev. James L. Whitcomb North Bennington, Vermont Acting Chaplain After serving Hoosac School for a number of years as both Headmaster and Rector, Father Whitcomb thought that he could settle down to a peaceful existence at his Cold Spring Farm. But when Canon Williams tlid not return this fall, to whom could Hoosac turn but Father Whitcomb? Under his benign influence the chapel has improved both spiritually and materially. All Hoosac owes him a vote of thanks for his time and help. Mr. Walter C. Wood Its. University of Vermont, EdM. Harvard Bennington, Vermont Director of Admissions, Director of Studies, Science During the course of an average day at Hoosac, Mr. Wood is frequently seen descending into, or ascending from, the subterranean depths of his laboratory, where he attempts to get the Hoosac students well-versed in the complicated formulae and tables which compose the mysteries of Chemistry. At other times he may be found working diligently in his office, looking over new applications, studying testing programs, and advising the boys in their choice of colleges. Mr. Randolph Gilman H.A. Amherst Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Mathematics Although Mathematics is usually looked upon by the average student with groans of agony, Mr. Gilman has simplified his courses so that all students can understand the science behind mathematics and do well. When the course material must of necessity become difficult we only hope Mr. Gilman's patience with us will last. His extra-curricular duties include much scheduling work, assisting in the testing program, and being adviser to The Rifle Club. Pag© 9

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James G. Stewart A.B. Centre College, AM. University of Pennsylvania Ashland, Kentucky History What would otherwise be dull history classes have increased in both interest and fun with Mr. Stewart’s august presence. During the past winter Mr. Stewart discovered with great pleasure ice skating, and was a frequent and enthusiastic visitor to Walden Pond in its frozen state. His extra-curricular duties include being adviser to half the Fourth Form, and a close follower of and adviser to the Third Form’s progress during the year. Harry Dickie Bennington, Vermont Superintendent of Grounds, Director of Athletics During the past year Mr. Dickie’s responsibilities have increased considerably. Having nearly twice as many boys as last year to keep tabs on during athletics has required the soliciting of coaching help from among the older sixth formers. With an office of his own in Tibbits Hall, he is able to develop more efficiently that kind of spirit and cooperation so vitally necessary to our daily lives. His humor, as well as his good sportsmanship and sense of justice, has brightened many a day at Hoosac. Clarence Hollister Albany, Mew York M usie Having long been a friend of Hoosac, Mr. Hollister is more than welcome as our Choirmaster this year. Mr. Hollister has transformed an inexperienced group into an ensemble that has received considerable praise in local circles. Hoosac is still just a sideline for Mr. Hollister, despite the amount of time he spends here. He puts in a full-time schedule at Albany Academy for Girls and teaches a professional choir as well. Page 11