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- In a radio program segment entitled "Women Today," WKZO Women's Editor Mary Fontaine discusses the upcoming Republican National Convention, explains how listeners can get their CBS convention booklets, and tells them where they can register to vote in the coming national election. Fonatine also reviews the "I like Ike" blouse and skirt recently worn by Francesca Lodge, wife of Connecticut Governor John Davis Lodge, offers a number of recipes designed to use 4th of July leftovers, and discusses how parents can influence the development of their children's personalities. She concludes with notes about upcoming local activities. The program includes advertisements for Coca Cola and Borden's Ice Cream.
- Date Issued:
- 1952-07-07T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
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- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- 1975-01-01T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Dr. Maria Cotera, associate professor of American and Women's studies at the University of Michigan, presents, "Working for justice : legacies of Latina activism in Southeastern Michigan." Dr. Cotera examines the role Latina women played in promoting women's rights both within and outside of the Latino community. Dr. Cotera is introduced by Michigan State University Professor John P. Beck. Part of the "Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives" Brown Bag series sponsored by the MSU School of Human Resources and Labor Relations, the MSU Museum, and co-sponsored by the MSU Center for Gender in Global Context, the MSU Women's Resource Center, the Chicano/Latino Studies Program, and the Julian Samora Research Institute. Part of the University's Project 60/50. Held at the MSU Museum.
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- 2015-03-30T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Professor and turfgrass expert James Beard talks about how he began to assemble what became an extensive collection of turfgrass research from many sources, including research papers, books, academic journals, and periodicals. Beard describes some of the items that make up the collection, including his own correspondence and manuscripts and discusses some of the characteristics of grasses and their management for golf courses, sports fields, and parks. Beard says that his career allowed him to travel the world as a consultant on turfgrass and talks about his varied academic pursuits and what lead him to teach at Michigan State University in the early 1960s.
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- 2003-03-12T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Sherry Linkon, professor in the Department of Education at Georgetown University and author of "The half-life of deindustrialization: working-class writing about economic restructuring", delivers a talk entitled, "Tracing the half-life of deindustrialization: voices of Michigan." Linkon talks about the long term impact deindustrialization has on families and communities, specifically in Michigan. She argues that deindustrialization literature not only gives voices to those who have lived through deindustrialization, but that it is also a more effective way to promote social and political change in communities. Linkon answers questions from the audience. The event is convened by Professor John P. Beck from the Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations.
- Date Issued:
- 2018-10-12T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama speaks about the ties between the U.S. and Ireland, saying that the enduring, centuries-old relationship is bound by history, friendship, and shared values. He also says that Ireland is the first stop on his visit to Europe because he wants to reaffirm those "bonds of affection". Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Enda Kenny provides a rousing introduction for the President, calling him a living example of the American Dream realized.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-05-23T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Vice President Joseph Biden announces his new role in the Administration of holding Cabinet officials accountable for cutting waste in their respective agencies as part of the Administration's ongoing efforts to reduce wasteful spending in the government. He explains that he has taken on this assignment at the President's behest. He is introduced by OMB Director Jacob "Jack" Lew.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-06-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama speaks about fiscal policy, the Federal budget, reducing the deficit, and improving America’s fiscal future at a town hall event held at Northern Virginia Community College in Annandale, VA. Obama declares the debate is not about whether the budget is cut, but how the budget is cut. Obama answers questions.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-04-09T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Barack Obama addresses the nation on the consequences the stalemate in Congress could have on the stability of the U.S. economy. He speaks about the breakdown of negotiations with Republican Party representatives, suggesting that their inability to recognize the magnitude of the potential default has placed the country in jeopardy. Obama makes his remarks eight days before the country will exhaust its available cash and be unable to pay its debt to bond holders, make payrolls, or fund government departments.
- Date Issued:
- 2011-07-25T00:00:00Z
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- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Great Lakes writer and poet Alison Swan reads from her essay "Fresh water" and other of her works about love, hunting, and the natural world in a time of suburban sprawl, at an event held at the Michigan State University Main Library. Swan also reminisces about her time at MSU, the influence of MSU Distinguished Professor Diane Wakoski on her life and work, and describes her own writing as "an attempt to write a picture". She answers a question from the audience about submitting her first work for publication while still a student of Professor Wakoski. Swan is introduced by Librarian Peter Berg for the Michigan State University Libraries' Michigan Writers Series.
- Date Issued:
- 2007-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection