Description: Reaction to and explanation of self-immolation of Haitian man on State House steps as act of martyrdom in protest of repressive conditions in Haiti and US support of its military government.
Description: Dedication ceremony of John Hancock glass tower, in lobby. General James M. Gavin is introduced and addresses the audience. Gavin and other speakers talk about the history of the building project. Thomas O'Neill and Kevin White are also on stage. Unveiling of massive reproduction of Declaration of Independence on wall of lobby. English High School chorus sings patriotic songs. Hundreds of guests crowded in lobby.
Description: Vincent Canzoneri does several takes of reporter standup. Boston city skyline with State House dome. Juxtaposition of old and new John Hancock towers with Charles River in foreground, and then with city streets and Mass. Turnpike in foreground.
Description: Looking toward John Hancock glass tower over MIT dome from Main Street, Cambridge, at NECCO Candy factory. Then in Boston, close view of Hancock next to Trinity Church, which is also reflected in glass facade. Pan between building and fair weather clouds in blue sky. Grid of windows on monolith. Pan from busy intersection of Kenmore Square to Hancock.
Description: Harbor Towers exterior, tilt up, window close-up. Brick plaza in front. Christian Science Center, reflecting pool, dome of Mother Church.