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- Date Issued:
- 1902-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Reagan outlines what the United States is doing to bring about world peace and plenty, his hopes for USA/USSR cooperation in these spheres through periodic and regular consultations.
- Date Issued:
- 1984-09-24T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Date Issued:
- 1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Howard Dwight Smith, from the American Commission of Living War Memorials, speaks at the dedication of Angell Field at Kalamazoo College on September 19, 1946. Smith speaks about the values of courage, loyalty, and vigor which the field will represent, and declares that it is a fitting memorial for Chester Munson Angell, the World War II veteran for whom the field is named. Smith says that Angell Field is a shining example of the Living Memorials which he hopes will populate the nation.
- Date Issued:
- 1946-09-19T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Wells Manufacturing Company is featured in this installment of "Western Michigan at work" hosted by Dr. Willis Dunbar. Dunbar explores the two primary products Wells manufactures, meat and metal saws, and the impact that each has had on the industries which utilize them. Lawrence Davis, foreman of the Meat Saw Department, describes the manufacturing process and discusses the materials in manufacture, while Dave Evans, a research engineer, describes the developments which his department has been able to make in creating smaller and more effective saws. Dunbar concludes the program by noting the international scope of Wells' sales, mentioning that many of the saws have been purchased by European countries through credits from the Marshall Plan.
- Date Issued:
- 1949-08-18T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- June Lewis, host of "Women today," discusses a variety of topics, including "doe parties," party ideas for recent graduates, fashion trends in shoes, and the preference among brides for flat heeled shoes. Included are ads for the Hague Jewelers, Jeanson's Photo Shop, and Flowers Gift and Baby Shop.
- Date Issued:
- 1949-05-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Donald Trump participates in a 9/11 memorial service in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where he honors the passengers and crew of Flight 93 who thwarted a terrorist attack that day. Trump pays tribute to all victims of the 9/11 attacks, recounts the actions of the passengers and crew of Flight 93, and says he shares in the families' grief. Trump is joined by Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (D), and Gordon Felt, President of the Families of Flight 93. The event is convened by Stephen Clark, Superintendent of the National Parks of Western Pennsylvania. Reverend Paul Britton delivers the invocation. The names of Flight 93's passengers are read and the memorial bells are rung for each.
- Date Issued:
- 2018-09-11T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Barack Obama speaks at the Business Roundtable, an association of chief executive officers of leading U.S. companies. President Obama stresses the importance of job creation and credit as important steps to healing the economy. Obama answers questions relating to international business, the G-20, and long-term planning.
- Date Issued:
- 2009-03-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Date Issued:
- 1980-11-05T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Jimmy Carter talks to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania residents about the meltdown of the nuclear reactor at Three Mile Island.
- Date Issued:
- 1979-04-02T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- James Cataline talks about working for the REO Motor Car Company, in Lansing, MI, as a timekeeper during World War Two and later becoming Parts Department General Manager in 1967 when REO became Diamond-Reo Trucks, Inc. Cataline reminisces fondly about the social life at REO and the terrible emotional damage its closing had on workers and the Greater Lansing community. He also describes the demolition of the REO Clubhouse and the later fire that destroyed the plant, events which, to him, drove home the end of an era. Cataline is interviewed by Shirley Bradley. Recorded as part of the commemoration of REO Motor Car Company’s 100th Anniversary.
- Date Issued:
- 2004-05-06T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Bertha Fase was born in 1905. Her father was August Boseker, who built many of the historical homes in Highland Park and served as superintendent of the community. In the early 1900s, August purchased the Highland Park Pavilion, where bathing suits and towels could be rented and snacks purchased. Bertha recalls many details about the neighborhood and pavilion. She also shares stories about the family and speaks about her and her husband's careers.
- Date Issued:
- 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- President Obama speaks about the Supreme Court's 5-4 decision to uphold the Affordable Care Act. Obama says the decision is a victory for people all over the country predicting their lives will be more secure now that they will have access to health insurance. He lists provisions of the Act and the work that still needs to be done to fully reap the benefits of the Act.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-06-28T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- This radio broadcast tells the story of the US Coast Guard Cutter Woodbine and its search and recovery operations in the United Airlines crash near Chicago on Monday, August 16, 1965. There were no survivors. The second half of the recording is the decommissioning ceremony of the Woodbine. The history of the ship is also given.
- Date Issued:
- 1965-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Final Impeachment Hearing. The Senate votes not guilty on one count of perjury by a vote of 55-45. The Senate splits 50-50 on one count of obstruction of justice. Final statement by Chief Justice William Rehnquist and majority leader Trent Lott.
- Date Issued:
- 1999-02-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Brooke Boulton, an instructor at Rainy River Community College, presents "A Finnish voice for labor : Aku Paivio's poetry and the immigrant working-class." Boulton gives a biographical sketch of Paivio which includes details from her conversations with Paivio's son Allen. She says that Paivio is the "poet laureate of the immigrant working-class" and examines themes in his poetry which support her claim. Boulton reads two of Paivio's poems, "Rise of the masses" and "To justice, to humanity" and shows how each illustrates his views on labor and immigration. She also discusses the difficulties involved in translating Paivio's poetry from Finnish to English. The recording cuts out briefly just before the question and answer session and then resumes. Part of the "Our daily work/our daily lives" Brown Bag series sponsored by the Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations, and the MSU Museum. Held in the MSU Museum Auditorium.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-11-09T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Bush responds to a question about AK47 semi-automatic rifles by saying he wants to stop killers while preserving the right to own guns. With comments by reporter Sarah McClendon.
- Date Issued:
- 1989-02-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Date Issued:
- 1991-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Kurt Warnbein, a "triple threat halfback" for Michigan State College, talks about arguing on the field with University of Michigan offensive lineman and future President Gerald R. Ford, coming to MSC to run track and reluctantly playing football as a sophomore and says that he was given a student job at the campus hospital but no other financial help. Warnbein also says that his biggest thrill as football plays was beating the University of Michigan in 1934 and 1935. Warnbein is interviewed by Fred W. Stabley, director of MSU Sports Information, for his book "The Spartans : a story of Michigan State football".
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Ernesto B. Vigil, long time Chicano activist and former member of The Crusade for Justice, delivers a talk entitled, "Sra. Juanita Montoya de Martinez/Story to her grandson : the rebellion of 1847". Vigil describes events leading to The Taos Revolt, a popular insurrection in January 1847 by Mexicans and their Pueblo allies against the United States' occupation of present-day northern New Mexico during the Mexican-American War. Vigil shares his family's memories of the events, the role of his great-grandfather Pablo Montoya, and the long term affects of what transpired on Mexican and indigenous people. He also explains the overwhelming Spanish and Mexican influences on place names in the Southwest and answers questions from the audience. The event is convened by Dr. Rubén O. Martinez, director of the Julían Samora Research Institute at Michigan State University.
- Date Issued:
- 2016-06-16T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection