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Newspaper

Berkshire Eagle

Location

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1965

Page

5

Massachusetts Executives Start State Hiring Practices Study

Seventy five business and industrial officials from across Massachusetts begin a two day indoctrination to micromanage state agency employment. Gov. Volpe says private consultants would cost the state a million, with private business supplying about 500000 in loaned top executives for 90 days. The effort, directed by Administration Commissioner John J. McCarthy, aims to boost morale and efficiency by reviewing personnel policy administration budget data processing purchasing and civil engineering practices.

Boston UPI Massachusetts Volpe John J. McCarthy Valpe

Deerfield Academy Seeks $20 Million Fund Drive

Deerfield Academy aims to raise over $20 million by 1972 to secure school stability and growth, with the first $15 million sought in three years. Dr. Frank L. Boyden announced the plan after a two year study by trustees and consultants. The Boyden Perpetual Fund will hold $15 million for endowment to ensure ongoing operations.

Deerfield Deerfield Academy Frank L. Boyden Boyden Robert Whitelaw Wilson Frank and Helen Boyden

Portsmouth Shipyard Must Prove Sustained Performance

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Washington representative urged sustained high performance to fend off Defense Department budget cuts. Rear Adm. (ret.) Joshua W. Cooper cited the need for strong management, skilled workers, and individual conscience to keep the yard viable. Separately, Bracknell's public health chief noted cheerful garbage collectors explain their outlook by the job's demands.

Portsmouth N.H UPI Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Washington Joshua W. Cooper Defense Department Cooper Bracknell, England Bracknell Ralph Hebbrow

New York Defeats Off-Track Betting Measure

The New York State Senate defeated a bill to legalize off-track betting 36 to 20. Upstate Democrats joined Republicans in opposition while supporters led by Mayor Robert Wagner argued for fiscal benefits and market access. Senator Samuel L. Greenberg noted the paradox of allowing betting inside tracks but not outside.

Albany N.Y UPI New York Samuel L. Greenberg New York State Senate New York City Robert F. Wagner

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