Centenarian says work keeps him alive at Wheaton Industries
Frank H Wheaton is 100 and presides as chairman at Wheaton Industries. He has worked since the Spanish American War era, never retired, and believes work gives life meaning. The firm grew to over 10,000 employees with 41 U S plants while he still oversees operations each day.
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Centenarian Wheaton Defies Retirement Norms at Work
In Frederick on August 12 1981 100 year old Frank Wheaton still works three hours daily with a nurse at his side. He uses a wheelchair due to arthritis and a hip fracture but remains sharp and determined to keep others working too. He criticizes retirement ages 60 to 65 calling it foolish and urges continued activity.
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Retirements Loom as Boss Fights Time Passing
The employer recalls a century of workers announcing retirements and vows to outlive them. He notes that even at his age he continues to outlive staff who retire, underscoring persistent turnover and aging leadership.
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Taiwan economy and environment contrasted with political isolation
The article portraits Taiwan as economically powerful yet diplomatically isolated after 1971. It details rapid growth, industrialization in Kaohsiung, reliance on imports, pollution from factories, and a thriving butterfly trade. It notes population growth and cultural resilience amid shifts away from Taipei toward Beijing.
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