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- William Colby and Representative Bella Abzug debate the propriety of the CIA file gathered on Ms. Abzug when she was a private citizen and the role of the CIA in political assassinations around the world. With reporter Daniel Schorr.
- Date Issued:
- 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Spiro T. Agnew delivers his famous speech criticizing network news as "nattering nabobs of negativism." Held at the Midwest Regional Republican Committee in Des Moines, Iowa. Agnew is introduced by Iowa Governor Robert D. Ray.
- Date Issued:
- 1969-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Poet Elinor Benedict reads selected poems from her book "All That Divides Us" then answers questions from the audience. The event is convened by Director of Special Collections Perter Berg. Part of the Michigan State University Libraries' Michigan Writers Series. Held in the Main Library.
- Date Issued:
- 2001-04-20T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Floyd Wright, great nephew of Michigan Agricultural College botany professor William James Beal, and other Beal relatives reminisce about Dr. Beal and their familial connections while gathered for the Centennial celebration of the W.J. Beal Botanical Garden on the Michigan State University campus. MSU President Dr. Clifton Wharton joins the conversation and later addresses those gathered for the celebration. Beal Gardens curator Dr. George W. Parmelee hosts the event. Dr. Dale Harpstead talks about Beal's contributions to agriculture then unveils the commemorative plaque which is accepted by Dr. Roger Baker, grandson of W.J. Beal. Baker recalls walking the campus with his grandfather and learning about plants at the scholar's knee. Senator Philip Pittenger (Republican, Lansing) reads a proclamation from Michigan Governor William Milliken declaring the second week of May 1973 as "William James Beal Week." He also reads the joint legislative resolution. Floyd Wright talks with an unidentified female relative as they walk to the indoor events. Jerry Roe from the Michigan Historical Commission, presents the recognition of the Beal Garden as a Michigan Historical Place. Dr. John Carew from the Department of Horticulture takes over as Master of Ceremonies. Dr. William Drew, Chair of the Department of Botany, reviews the many botanical accomplishments of W.J. Beal.
- Date Issued:
- 1973-05-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Author Paul Clemens talks about his book "Made in Detroit," the genre of memoir, and writing about race. Clemens is interviewed by Michigan State University Librarian Michael Rodriguez for the MSU Libraries' Michigan Writers Series. Held in the MSU Main Library.
- Date Issued:
- 2006-03-31T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama speaks to the press following his visit with Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon. President Obama thanks the men and women in uniform for their sacrifices and service in protecting the nation's freedoms. Obama talks about their discussion, including the long-term and short-term threats that the nation faces. Obama shares his commitment to bring support to the stationed troops and their families.
- Date Issued:
- 2009-01-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- JD shares his diverse career in the military and with several companies before coming to Fisher to assist with the conversion from big to small cars in 1984. JD talks about his friendship with the plant manager, the Conveyor Task Force, UAW-management relations, workforce dedication, working seven days a week and 10-11 hours per day. He also discusses the fatal injury of a subcontractor working in the conveyor system.
- Date Issued:
- 2005-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- William Jennings Bryan discusses the labor question, the eight-hour day, the employer's liability act, the formation of the Labor Department, and the Democratic platform concerning injunctions and law modification.
- Date Issued:
- 1912-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Singer-songwriter Nathan S. Bell performs and answers questions in a public performance held at the Michigan State University Main Library. Bell tells stories about his family, friends and country music personalities, and about the various jobs he has had in his life, including his current "day job" in the telecommunications industry. He also sings about life, relationships, working people and the struggle to make ends meet in a very tough world. Bell is introduced by Professor John P. Beck, Associate Director, Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations. Part of the "Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives" Brown Bag series sponsored by the MSU School of Human Resources and Labor Relations and the MSU Museum.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-02-14T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Date Issued:
- 1978-12-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection