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- President Lyndon B. Johnson announces a resolution adopted by the UN Security Council regarding the conflict between Greece and Turkey in Cyprus. The resolution calls for peace keepers and an international mediator.
- Date Issued:
- 1964-03-04T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Rowan University Professor of History Melissa R. Klapper delivers a talk entitled, "Small strangers: Immigrant children in America, 1880-1925", in conjunction with a yearlong initiative and exhibit by the Michigan State University Jewish Studies Program called "Telling family stories: Jews, genealogy and history". Klapper describes the waves of immigration to the U.S. and the experiences of children as they came of age, finding themselves increasingly caught between Old World expectations and New World demands. Klapper is introduced by MSU Librarian Deborah Margolis. Michigan State University Professor Kirsten Fermaglich explains the Jewish Studies Program exhibit. Part of the Michigan State University Libraries' Colloquia Series, held at the MSU Main Library.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-04-26T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama makes the keynote address at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 45th Annual Awards Dinner. Obama highlights the contributions of African-American women during the civil rights movement and also addresses issues related to gender equality, policing, and the criminal justice system. Held at the Waller E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-09-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Date Issued:
- 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- This radio program includes excerpts from the original news stories that aired during the year. In 1964, management of WGHN radio is assumed by George Kleist and Doug Tjapkes. The US Air Force Thunderbirds participate in the Coast Guard Festival. The Musical Fountain is re-dedicated by Claude VerDuin, and the Nativity Scene on Dewey Hill is dedicated by Governor George Romney. Fires occurring at the home of George Christman in Spring Lake, Seaver Industrial Finishing Company, Muskegon Christian School, and Nunica Tavern are mentioned. The Spring Lake Junior and Senior High Schools are expanded. The new Grand Haven Junior High School and the Fruitport Branch of the Muskegon County Library are dedicated. Other construction projects in the area include the Ottawa County Building and the M-104 bypass bridge, and the plans for the new Grand Haven Post Office are approved. Strikes occur at Anderson Bolling and Gardner Denver, and a new world-record is set by Grand Haven water performer Dave Rue, who is pulled across Lake Michigan by a large kite and accompanied by Felix Pytlinske. The program also includes a list of prominent citizens who passed away during the year.
- Date Issued:
- 1964-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- The Dunkley Company is featured in this installment of "Western Michigan at work" hosted by Dr. Willis Dunbar. Dunbar gives a brief history of Samuel J. Dunkley, the company's founder, who invented the mechanized cherry pitting process which the company mass produces. Dunbar then explains the way the cherry pitter operates and visits the Paw Paw Canning Company to view the cherry pitter in action.
- Date Issued:
- 1949-07-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Changing social structure of Latin America, Bay of Pigs incident, view of Latin America on U.S., appeal of Communism for Latin Americans, propaganda from Cuba to Latin America.
- Date Issued:
- 1961-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Dr. Mohammad Khalil, associate professor of Religious Studies at Michigan State University, leads a discussion of the book, "Muhammad : a very short introduction" by Jonathan A.C. Brown which analyzes the Prophet's life and his place in Islamic scholarship and traditions, and explains some of the different interpretations of Muhammad's life within Islamic and Western thought. Dr. Khalil presents a brief lecture framing the discussion before the audience breaks out into small groups. The small group discussions are not heard. Dr. Khalil reconvenes the large group to discuss the book. Part two of a five part series entitled "Muslim journeys : pathways of faith," exploring Muslim faith in the United States and throughout the world. MSU Librarian Deborah Margolis convenes the event and explains how the discussion will be facilitated. Sponsored by: the MSU Libraries, the MSU Muslim Studies Program, the East Lansing Area Clergy Association, the Islamic Society of Greater Lansing,the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the American Library Association. Held at the MSU Main Library.
- Date Issued:
- 2014-02-11T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- This is a recording of the 27th annual Tri-Cities Historical Museum's Heritage Dinner and meeting, held November 7, 1986. Dave Seibold introduces the festivities and talks about events that happened in the Grand Haven area on November 7th over the years. He also recognizes the many volunteers and the Poel family for being the first Centennial Family from the area. Dave introduces J. Nyhof Poel, the family representative. Poel talks about his career as Ottawa County Clerk and the history of his family. Next, Paul Verseput talks about the museum millage and budget. The main speaker, Hal Dittenburg, is introduced by Sandy McBeth. Hal describes plans to celebrate Michigan's sesquicentennial at the state and local levels in 1987.
- Date Issued:
- 1986-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack H. Obama addresses the United Nations General Assembly. Obama recounts the reasons for creating the UN and talks about current world politics today. He also discusses the "Arab Spring" movement, and says that the idea that change can be achieved through violence died with Osama bin Laden. Obama is introduced by UN General Assembly President Nassir Abdulaziz al-Nassar.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-09-21T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection