Word: thanking
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Dates: during 1960-1969
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...rise to defend the quite possible She"-and glory in the rays of her talent. As a former student of Phyllis McGinley's at a Westchester County high school, I want to thank you for an inspiring article. For years I have read her poems for children to my daughter and followed through to Times Three and Sixpence in Her Shoe, marveling at her insight, wit and sensitiveness. May good fortune follow her always. That issue of TIME will remain in my files ad infinitum...
...Thank you for opening for me the door that I had foolishly slammed on all modern female poets. I was delighted to find that Phyllis McGinley courageously and articulately expressed views that I have long harbored but hesitated to state in this age of "enlightened, emancipated, educated, Betty Friedanized" womanhood...
Having read his complete works, Miss McGinley nobly qualifies for honorary membership in our society, which we have proposed she accept. We thank TIME for introducing us to such a vocal Lyttonite. PETER NOON President...
...Thank you for the kind words about the ministers behind bars [TIME, June 18]. As one who functioned in that capacity for 18 years, I have witnessed the upgrading of chaplaincy programs among those who, although referred to as "offenders," are most frequently the "victims" of homelessness, churchlessness and joblessness. The work of the minister behind bars is one of the most frustrating yet rewarding experiences that a clergyman can have. (THE REV.) LESLIE F. WEBER Secretary...
...afternoon was the highlight of the week. Then Maestro Celibidache wore his hair quite long; it was a veritable mane that swung to and fro with every movement of his spirited conducting. I thought he was terrific, hair and all. Ever since, I have wondered what happened to him. Thank you for clearing up the mystery...