Letters to the Editor

Editor:
Tom Barquinero's story on retired window cleaner Paul Gasper (April 2002) was richly informative and entertaining. The photographs were great, too.

I've read articles and seen video features on window cleaners and their trade in the past. There was even one on me. But this was the best, because Gasper was very candid. He expressed himself in a genuine manner with no unnecessary braggadocio or hype.

Gasper provided an historical perspective on our industry in general and on the San Francisco area in particular. He also provided insight o who window cleaners are and how we work and think.

Thank you for so fairly representing Mr. Gasper and our trade.

John Thurston
Secretary, treasurer Local 44, 1988-1993