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Computer Mart in Waltham

Description: Inside Computer Mart in Waltham. Customer tries out Sorcerer program. Employee in back room tinkers with electronic components. Stands display personal computing magazines and manuals. Altair 8800 CPU. Printer types left to right and right to left. Strip mall storefront with 'for lease' sign. Interview with proprietor about outgrowing the location because personal computer business has multiplied rapidly. He sells systems to hobbyists and small businesses in cost range of $1,000 to $20,000.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 09/20/1978

Fernald School

Description: Sign “Walter E. Fernald State School, Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center” in Waltham. Grouping of shingle and brick cottages on the campus. Administration building exterior. Swings and chairs in park. Residential buildings. Activity center. Interview with superintendent John Gracey on changes in the institution over last two years from custodial facility to active treatment program. Major renovations pursuant to Judge Tauro's court order on care of mentally retarded people. Gracey hopes to reduce residential population by moving appropriately trained clients to community setting.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 11/02/1978