Thompson Academy - Islander Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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laecia jfidufe 5 ,,k.m-Mwfxdhw 3: 9- f- A M-1 ia S. am E K I ' af ' ..-A . -... A A, L gt T poderf Jcfclzing The members of the Class of I972 would like to set aside this Special Tribute in their yearbook to a very special man. Mr. Kitching has been to us, a perfect example of complete devotion-if such a thing can be put in common words. When he first came to Thompson's Island in 1928, Mr. Kitching was in charge of the poultry. For a long time his efforts provided the school with fresh eggs and meat. As the school changed and grew, the chicken farm was used mainly as a source of experience to the students of the Farm and Trade School-as the Academy was called then, Until l963, when the school was changed over to a predominantly college preparatory establishment, Mr. Kitching had hatched up 2,000 chickens annually. In his earlier years, Nlr. Kitching was a very athletic man. I-Ie was a good tennis player and he loved baseball the most. In fact, it would be quite wrong to say that he is not still quite athletic. Aside from being present at all of our home games, he is also an avid supporter of the Dartmouth Football Team. It is a rare day when he misses one of our home games. In February, l97l, he lost his home in the tragic fire that destroyed our Main Building. There have been many changes in the school since l928, but, for Mr. Kitching, this last experience was probably the most drastic. Many people have come and gone at Thompson Academy during his years here, but We hope that Mr. Kitching will remember us . . . as We all remember him . . .

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lalareciafion is Cjlwujea gaxfer If ever there was a behind the scenes man, it is Mr. Baxter. I-le spends his time quietly making business calls and buying the much needed supplies to keep Thompson Academy going. In addition to his being our purchasing agent, Mr. Baxter is also the head of buildings and the Administrative Assistant to the school. There must be something that he likes about the school because he has been here for 18 years. lt's good to have this man around. I-Ie is always there when you need him, and he is another one of a certain group of people who have helped to make Thompson Academy what it is today. For this, we would like to show our appreciation to you, Mr. Baxter.

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.gn Memoriam WM. MXL Mrie When someone who has touched the hearts of people passes on, we feel a great sadness. Mrs. Urie had made many friends, some of whom have come and gone over the past 21 years here at Thompson Academy. Although she left behind her a daughter and a grandson, we can't help but feel that vve've suffered a tremendous loss. Those of us who have Worked with her have seen a remarkably energetic woman performing her duties without any complaints or frustrations. Even more fortunate are those Whom she called friends. Mrs. Champagne, her close friend, must have been very proud to have known her. Mrs. Urie came to Thompson Academy in 1950. Along with Mrs. Champagne, she was the dining room supervisor for six years. In 1956 she became the laundry supervisor and had held that position since then. Mrs. Urie's absence will be felt for a long time to come at Thompson Academy.