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Article: William Hayes Finch: 1924-2006Retired administrator for Chicago schools.
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- Chicago Tribune (Chicago, IL)
- Article date:
- June 6, 2006
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Byline: Josh Noel
Jun. 6--William Hayes Finch spent his 40-plus years in the Chicago Public Schools at inner-city schools because that was where he believed he could do the most good. As a teacher, assistant principal, principal and district superintendent, he particularly sought to provide a black role model for African-American boys who didn't have such a role model in their lives, said his older daughter, Lisa Finch. "He always wanted to help those who wanted to help themselves, but might not have access to the opportunity," his daughter said. "He knew it's one thing to throw money at a problem and another thing to throw time. He always had time. Always, ...