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Men Break Ground as Male Telephone Operators in Richmond
Calvin McQueen, 22, first male C&P operator in Richmond, recalls starting as a trainee after asking why no men worked the switchboard. He joined three months ago and helped open the door for five more men, earning $97.50 training pay and aiming for a supervisor role within six months, while returning to Virginia Union University. McQueen says the operator job is not a woman's, but anybody capable. the role has historic roots and daily satisfaction in assisting callers. In related note, eighth-grader Boraas turns 1,875 pounds of junk into crafts using a grandfather’s welding torch.
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