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- George Bush says we are not at war and that the use of chemical weapons would be intolerable, but gives no word on what other nations might precipitate, in a press conference on the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait and the American military presence in Saudi Arabia.
- Date Issued:
- 1990-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Wayne Nunheimer recalls his career at REO Motor Car Company/Diamond-Reo Trucks, Inc., in Lansing, MI, from 1945 to 1975. He talks about his father working for REO, the REO Clubhouse, the 1937 strike, the company in the post-war period, his job as a spot welder, lawnmower production, piecework and the beautiful REO Flying Cloud automobile. Nunheimer also recalls the mergers which led to the end of the company, ongoing legal battles in bankruptcy, and says how fortunate workers were to have union representation and what a positive influence the union was in the plant. The interviewers are Shirley Bradley and Lisa Fine. Recorded as part of the REO Memories oral history project.
- Date Issued:
- 1992-06-18T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Detroit native Jim Daniels, Professor of English and Creative Writing at Carnegie-Mellon University, reads from his latest book of short stories "Trigger man: more tales from the Motor City". He shows and discusses his new film "Mr. Pleasant". Daniels explains his motivation for making the film, finding a location, using his students as actors, and the collaboration required in film making, which makes it so different from the isolation of writing. Daniels is introduced by Professor John P. Beck for the Michigan State University Libraries' Michigan Writers Series. Includes a brief promotion of the series by MSU librarian Michael Rodriguez.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-01-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama hosts former President George H.W. Bush, former First Lady Barbara Bush, and members of the Bush family for an event honoring Floyd Hammer and Kathy Hamilton, the 5,000th recipients of the Daily Point of Light Award. Obama reflects on the creation of the award under President Bush, the amazing people who have been recognized for their service, and says public service is part of being an American. Kathy Hamilton expresses her appreciation for the award. Former President Bush introduces his son Neil Bush, who expresses his father's appreciation and talks about the force of volunteerism. Michelle Nunn, the CEO of Points of Light, reflects on the purpose of the organization and recognizes two people engaged in volunteer efforts. Held at the White House.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-07-15T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama talks about the Affordable Care Act, often derisively referred to as "Obamacare." Obama recounts the history of the legislation and talks about the October 1st implementation date for the insurance exchanges. He describes features that have already been implemented like preventive care, children being able to stay on parent's plans until age 26, lower costs, eliminating charges based on gender, and requiring companies to cover pre-existing conditions. Obama explains how pooling risk keeps premiums low and gives evidence of companies already lowering their rates in the new, competitive, and transparent system. He takes on critics of the ACA refuting their points and predicts that when it is successful current opponents will not only embrace it but declare they were actually in favor of it. Held at Prince George's Community College in Largo, Maryland.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-09-26T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama makes remarks about the bipartisan agreement from the previous day to re-open the government and raise the debt ceiling. He urges both parties to come together on issues relating to the budget, immigration reform, and agricultural programs and reiterates warnings from international creditors about the risk of a default. He also welcomes federal employees back to their jobs and thanks them for their service.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-10-17T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama announces a proposed rule change to the Affordable Care Act which would allow affected Americans to keep canceled health insurance policies for another year as companies and consumers adjust to the new demands of the ACA. He also says insurance companies must notify customers of what those policies lack, and of the options consumers have for better coverage under the new law. He answers questions from reporters about the ACA, Iran and immigration.
- Date Issued:
- 2013-11-14T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- In his monthly radio program Memories of the Past, Doug Tjapkes interviews Grand Haven resident John VanSchelven about his early memories of the area. In this program, John talks about the freight house at the foot of Washington Street and the men who worked there. He talks about the difference between fishing today and the industry in the early 1900s. He goes on to recall the changes along the waterfront and at the foot of Dewey Hill. John gives a detailed history of The Barn, a popular dance hall and roller rink. He recalls that the area of Central Park was the site of the city's first cemetery, which was relocated south of town to create Lake Forest Cemetery. John remembers recreational activities in the area and gives details about sledding down Second Street hill.
- Date Issued:
- 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- In this installment of "Defense report," Joe Butler and Tony Gaston report on American military operaions. Butler discusses a new initiative by the Army, Navy, and Air Force, in conjunction with the Munitions Board and the Department of Commerce, to highlight procurement policies and other information about how companies can do business with the Armed Services. Gaston discusses "Operation Bulldozer," a push to create 60,000 new housing units on military bases around the United States which is expected to alleviate overcrowding for thousands of military families. Other stories include a look at a new electric clock which records the transmission time and station identification of outgoing communications, a new parachute design for high speed aircraft, and promotion examinations aimed at identifying candidates for non-commissioned officer positions.
- Date Issued:
- 1949-09-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- John F. Kennedy speaks on the Alliance for Progress. Includes the voice of Chet Huntley.
- Date Issued:
- 1964-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection