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Description: Clash between white and Hispanic residents in Lawrence. Gerald Ford visits Boston to endorse Elliot Richardson for Senate. Interview with film director James Ivory and actor Madeleine Potter on Henry James' “The Bostonians” starring Christopher Reeve and Vanessa Redgrave (clip). Artist Maggie Sherman's fanciful plaster face masks of residents of Montgomery, Vermont exhibited at Children's Museum. Anchors Lydon and Bennett.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 08/10/1984

Ten O'Clock News Election Night Special

Description: Christopher Lydon and Gail Harris host The Ten O'Clock News Election Night Special with in-studio guests Dennis Kearney (Suffolk County Sheriff), Dr. Alvin Poussaint (Harvard Medical School), Kirk Scharfenberg (The Boston Globe) and Michael Rezendes (The Boston Phoenix). Lydon, Harris and the guests analyze the voting results. Lydon calls the Flynn victory a "landslide." Poussaint talks about "ethnic voting" in the white precincts. Lydon and Harris read the news headlines. Harris reports on an agreement between WGBH and the Massachusetts House of Representatives, which allows WGBH to broadcast live coverage of House proceedings. A panel discusses Ray Flynn's victory over Mel King in Boston's mayoral elections Lydon, Harris and the in-studio guests talk about Flynn's victory. The guests discuss how Flynn will reach out to the African American community and how Flynn will deal with the business community. Scharfenberg notes that Flynn will need to appoint non-whites to some high-level positions in his administration. Rezendes criticizes the King campaign for not spending enough money on media advertising. The guests debate the role of race in the campaign. Poussaint believes that many white voters were frightened of King's appearance. The guests talk about whether the media downplayed racial issues during the campaign. They speculate about whether another African American candidate would have fared better than King.
0:59:59: The logo of The Ten O'Clock News underwriter New England Telephone is displayed. Gail Harris announces that Ray Flynn (candidate for mayor of Boston) has won the mayoral election. Visual: Shots of Flynn with his family; of campaign workers holding signs for Flynn and Mel King (candidate for mayor of Boston). The Ten O'Clock News logo. Christopher Lydon reports that Flynn received overwhelming support from the more conservative precincts of the city. Gail Harris talks about an upcoming report on the King campaign. Lydon asks in-studio guest Dennis Kearney (Suffolk County Sheriff) about the Flynn "landslide." Kearney says that the Flynn margin of victory was higher than expected. Kearney analyzes the Flynn victory. Kearney says that Flynn has been successful in cutting into King's base of support. Harris asks Dr. Alvin Poussaint (Harvard Medical School) if a more charismatic African American politician could have won the election. Poussaint cites the "ethnic voting" in some of Boston's white precincts. Poussaint says that any African American politician would have had difficulty overcoming the barrier of "ethnic voting"; that King ran a good campaign. Lydon asks Kirk Scharfenberg (The Boston Globe) how the Flynn administration will differ from the administration of Kevin White (Mayor of Boston). Scharfenberg says that Flynn will proceed slowly; that Flynn will put emphasis on the neighborhoods, on schools and on public housing. Harris asks Michael Rezendes (The Boston Phoenix) about complaints by the King campaign that the media focused too much on the similarities between the candidates. Rezendes says that the complaints are unjustified; that King chose not to use the media in his campaign; that there are indeed similarities between King and Flynn. 1:05:21: Report on the winning lottery numbers in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. WGBH promotion for the Sesame Street special, Don't Eat the Pictures. 1:06:23: Lydon and Harris read the news headlines. Lydon reports on protests in Great Britain against the shipment of nuclear missiles from the US into Great Britain. V: Shot of a US transport plane; of student protesters throwing red paint at Michael Heseltine (British defense minister). Shots of protesters outside of the British Parliament building. Lydon reports that the Geneva talks on the deployment of cruise missiles broke up when the Soviet delegation walked out. Harris reports on the murder of George Tsantes (US naval attache) by a terrorist in Athens, Greece. V: Shots of the car in which Tsantes was driving at the time of the murder. Harris reports on an escalation of tension between Greece and Turkey stemming from a declaration of independence by Turkish northern Cyprus. Harris reports on fierce fighting around a refugee camp in northern Lebanon between Yasser Arafat's supporters and PLO (Palestine Liberation Organization) dissidents. V: Shots of troops under fire at the Lebanese refugee camp. Lydon and Harris read the national news headlines. Lydon reports that on the death of a renewed ERA (Equal Rights Amendment) bill in Congress; that the debate centered on abortion rights and women in military combat. Lydon reports on the end of a strike by Greyhound bus drivers. Harris reports on an agreement between the Massachusetts House of Representatives and WGBH-TV to broadcast live, "gavel to gavel" coverage of floor debate in the House of Representatives. V: Footage of the signing of the agreement by David Ives (President, WGBH) and Thomas McGee (Speaker, Massachusetts House of Representatives). Footage of McGee talking about the benefits of the live coverage to Massachusetts residents. 1:09:59: Lydon gives the weather report. WGBH promotion for An Evening of Championship Skating. 1:11:13: Lydon opens a general discussion on the future Flynn administration with the in-studio guests. Scharfenberg talks about Flynn's progression from conservative candidate to liberal candidate. Kearney talks about the diverse coalition supporting his candidacy. Kearney questions how Flynn will deal with those competing interests as mayor. Lydon comments that Flynn is a progressive candidate with a fairly conservative constituency. Poussaint asks how Flynn will deal with racial issues. Kearney says that Flynn will be able to reach out to the African American community because he is a populist. Rezendes says that it is crucial for the next mayor to reach out to the African American community. Poussaint notes that Flynn won the election with little African American support; that Flynn might not feel as if he has to reach out to African Americans. Scharfenberg comments that Flynn will be tested by the imminent desegregation of housing projects in Charlestown. Lydon asks if there is a position for King in the Flynn administration. Scharfenberg says that he sees King in a volunteer position, but not as a paid employee. Poussaint asks how Flynn will involve the larger African American community in his administration. Kearney says that Flynn will reach out to African Americans. Harris asks how Flynn will deal with the downtown business community. Rezendes says that Flynn will face a great challenge in dealing with the city's economic crisis. Lydon asks if Flynn bears comparison to Dennis Kucinich (former mayor of Cleveland). Scharfenberg says that Flynn bears no comparison to Kucinich. Rezendes says that Flynn will bend to the pressure of the business community; that he may disappoint his liberal supporters. Kearney says that Flynn will have to balance the needs of competing interests in the city. 1:20:33: Stock report: the Dow Jones average is shown at 1,247.97; the volume of the New York Exchange is shown at 77,840,000. 1:20:54: Lydon asks about desegregation of public housing in Charlestown and other racial issues. Scharfenberg talks about the need for Flynn to appoint non-whites to high-level positions in his administration. Lydon asks how the King campaign could have been more successful. Rezendes says that the King campaign made a mistake in imposing a spending cap of $150,000; that King was not able to get his message out through television ads. Kearney says that King has done most of his work in the South End; that Flynn has come into contact with voters city-wide through his election to the Boston City Council. Poussaint notes that white voters see King as a "radical;" that many voters are frightened by his appearance as a tall, bald, bearded African American man. Kearney notes that there were "anti-Semitic" comments from King before the election. Poussaint says that the media have been playing down racial issues in the campaign; that some white voters would not vote for Mel King because he is African American. Harris asks if the race question was played down by the media because of the lack of racial tension between the two candidates. Harris asks if the city has not been given "too much credit" in overlooking the race of King. Kearney says that voters were not afraid of King's appearance at a debate in South Boston before the primary election. Lydon notes that many white voters were not given a chance to see beyond the stereotype of King as a "radical." Rezendes says that there is no denying the role played by race in the election. Rezendes adds that King's "radical" statements about Fidel Castro (leader of Cuba) and Yasser Arafat (PLO leader) prevented him from reaching conservative white voters. Scharfenberg says that another African American candidate may have fared better than King. Scharfenberg notes the John O'Bryant (Boston School Committee) is running first in the race for seats on the Boston School Committee. Poussaint wonders if King's defeat will affect the outcome of other city electoral races involving African American candidates. Lydon notes that King received more than 20% of the white vote. Lydon asks if the results will affect Boston's national reputation as a racist city. Kearney says that there was an air of conciliation rather than confrontation during the campaign; that the city has moved forward. 1:28:54: Lydon and Harris thank the in-studio guests and close the show. End credits roll. The logos of The Ten O'Clock News underwriters New England Telephone and Shawmut Brokerage Services are displayed.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 11/15/1983

Ten O'Clock News broadcast

Description: Christopher Lydon opens a Ten O'Clock News broadcast by reading the day's headlines. Lydon reports that Ronald Reagan (US President) has spoken out against the movement for a nuclear freeze, but would consider talks with the Soviet Union to reduce nuclear arms. Christy George reports that the five defendants charged in the William Atkinson case have pleaded not guilty to charges of manslaughter and three counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. George notes that Atkinson died after the defendants allegedly chased him onto the MBTA tracks at the Savin Hill MBTA station. The report includes footage of the five defendants in the courtroom with John Kiernan (Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County). George interviews Francine Atkinson (sister of William Atkinson), David Venator (United Church of Christ), and Joseph Feaster (President, Boston NAACP) about the case. Venator says that the defendants should be charged with civil rights violations. Lydon reads local news headlines. Lydon reports that John Williams (former political coordinator for Mayor Kevin White) was sentenced to three years in prison for extortion; that George Collatos (former employee of the Boston Redevelopment Authority) has also been found guilty on federal charges of bribe-taking. Charles Bennett reports that World Airways has filed suit against the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Massport, citing their responsibility in the crash of a World Airways jet at Logan Airport in January. Bennett notes that World Airways is seeking $75 million in damages from the FAA and Massport. Bennett's report includes footage of James Meehan (attorney, World Airways) and William Coleman (Massport Director of Aviation) talking about the case. Janet Wu reports that Kevin White (Mayor, City of Boston) has agreed to support an MBTA request for $14 million in return for a fare reduction and the restoration of bus and trolley service in Boston; that local mayors and selectmen are angry at White and James O'Leary (MBTA General Manager) for making a private agreement. Wu notes that the MBTA Advisory Board is skeptical of O'Leary's request for $14 million in additional funds. Wu's reports includes footage of MBTA Advisors John Weaver, Bernice Staller, and George Collela speaking at an MBTA Advisory Board meeting. Lydon reads international headlines. Lydon reports on peace talks in Jerusalem led by Lord Peter Carrington (Head, European Economic Community). Owen Paterson reports from Iran on the war between Iraq and Iran. Michael Buerk reports from San Salvador on the elections in El Salvador. Buerk notes that the winners have not been decided; that the right-wing ARENA party is claiming victory. Lydon interviews Anthony Lewis (New York Times columnist), who has recently returned from the Middle East, about Israeli policy in the West Bank. Callie Crossley reports that a study by the New England Journal of Medicine has published a study on the effects of the combined use of Valium and oral contraceptives. Crossley's report includes footage from an interview with Dr. Darrell Abernathy (Tufts University School of Medicine)
14:11:32: The Ten O'Clock News opening credits roll. Christopher Lydon reports on the weather and reads the headlines. Lydon reports that Ronald Reagan (US President) has spoken out against the movement for a nuclear freeze; that Reagan has stated that he would consider talks with the Soviet Union over the summer to reduce nuclear arms. Visual: Footage of Reagan saying that the US must not rush into arms control negotiations with the Soviet Union; that Henry Jackson (US Senator) and John Warner (US Senator) and Bill Carney (US Congressman) have led the arms control movement in the legislature; that the US will continue to seek realistic arms control measures. Lydon reports that Leonid Brezhnev (leader of the Soviet Union) is in poor health; that unofficial rumors of his hospitalization are circulating. 14:14:07: Weather forecast 14:14:47: Lydon reports that manslaughter charges have been filed against five men held responsible for the death of William Atkinson (Boston resident). Lydon introduces Christy George's report on the case. George reports that all five men pleaded not guilty to charges of manslaughter and three counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon; that an extra count of assault and battery was lodged against Paul MacGregor. V: Footage of defendants MacGregor, Edward Tuffo, Francis Devin, William Joyce, and Michael Nowacki in the courtroom. Shots of each defendant; of John Kiernan (Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County) addressing the court. George reviews the bail amounts set for each defendant. George reports that Joyce is serving a suspended sentence for a racial incident at Savin Hill MBTA Station last year. George reports that Atkinson and his white friend William Grady were accosted by the defendants near the Savin Hill MBTA station last year; that Atkinson was chased on to the MBTA tracks. V: Shots of the exterior of the Savin Hill Station; of the train tracks at the station. Footage of Kiernan saying that Atkinson fled from his pursuers along the train tracks; that Atkinson was struck by a train and died. Footage of Francine Atkinson (sister of William Atkinson) saying that she is not satisfied with the manslaughter trial; that the defendants intended to harm her brother; that she has little faith in the justice system. George reports that some white Dorchester residents said that the charges against the defendants should have included violations of the state's civil rights statute. George notes that the statute has only been invoked eleven times with two convictions. V: Footage of Reverend David Venator (United Church of Christ) saying that the state could have pushed for charges on the grounds of civil rights violations. Footage of Joseph Feaster (President, Boston NAACP) saying that the state could have pushed for a charge of murder against the defendants. George reports that the state needs to prove that malice was intended in order to charge the defendants with second degree murder. 14:17:55: Lydon reads local news headlines. Lydon reports that John Williams (former political coordinator for Mayor Kevin White) was sentenced to three years in prison for extortion; that Williams pleaded guilty to accepting a bribe from Anthony D'Alesandro (real estate developer); that George Collatos (former employee of the Boston Redevelopment Authority) has also been found guilty on federal charges of bribe-taking. 14:18:34: Lydon reports that World Airways has filed suit against the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Massport, citing their responsibility in the crash of a World Airways jet at Logan Airport in January. He introduces a report by Charles Bennett. Bennett reports that World Airways has been sued by Kenneth Silva (World Airways passenger), a passenger on the jet which crashed in January. Bennett adds that World Airways wants Massport and the FAA to assume any damages awarded to Silva or other passengers. V: Shot of the cover page of the Silva complaint against World Airways. Footage of James Meehan (attorney for World Airways) saying that Massport should have closed the airport due to deteriorating runway conditions on the night of the crash; that the FAA did not communicate crucial information concerning the runway conditions to the crew of the World Airways plane; that Massport and the FAA are equally responsible for the collision. Bennett reports that World Airways is seeking $75 million in damages from Massport and the FAA. V: Shot of the scene of the crash of the World Airways jet. The jet is split in half, lying in shallow, icy water. Footage of William Coleman (Massport Aviation Director) saying that Massport was not negligent; that the runway was sufficiently maintained on the night of the crash. Bennett reports that the claims could take up to three years to resolve in court. 14:21:01: Lydon reads more local headlines. Lydon reports that the Boston City Council approved another version of the Tregor Bill; that the new draft eliminates City Council approval of the mayor's quarterly budget allotments; that the new draft reduces the number of City Council votes needed to approve the sale of city property; that the bill must be passed by the Massachusetts State Legislature and signed into law by Ed King (Governor of Massachusetts). 14:21:28: Lydon reports that Kevin White (Mayor, City of Boston) has agreed to support an MBTA request for $14 million in return for a fare reduction and the restoration of bus and trolley service in Boston; that local mayors and selectmen are angry at White and James O'Leary (MBTA General Manager). He introduces Janet Wu's report. Wu reports that there is controversy surrounding O'Leary's request for $14 million in additional funds; that mayors in the 79 MBTA communities want strict spending controls written into law before approving funds. V: Shots of O'Leary at the MBTA Advisory Board meeting; of other attendees at the meeting; of the Massachusetts State Legislature in session; of commuters on the MBTA green line. Wu reports that the Massachusetts State Legislature cannot put legislation on the books before July; that the MBTA needs money now. Wu notes that the MBTA advisory board questions how much money O'Leary needs in order to improve service. Wu reports that John Weaver (MBTA advisor from Holbrook) has complained of $700,000 worth of unnecessary expenditures for advertising. V: Footage of Weaver at the advisory board meeting, saying that improvements in service are worth more than advertising; that commuters will spread the word if service is improved. Footage of Bernice Staller (MBTA advisor from Norwood) at the meeting, saying that word of mouth destroyed the MBTA; that word of mouth will bring commuters back. Wu reports that White's private agreement with the MBTA management angered MBTA advisors. V: Footage of George Colella (MBTA advisor from Revere) at the meeting, saying that White rarely attends advisory board meetings and is unwilling to work with the board; that the other advisors deserve to know the facts about White's agreement with O'Leary. Footage of O'Leary saying that he has tried his best to communicate with the advisory board and with the City of Boston; that the City of Boston pays 40% of the MBTA deficit. Collela accuses O'Leary of offering "quid pro quos" to White. O'Leary denies the accusation. Wu stands near turnstiles in an MBTA station. She reports that the finance committee of the MBTA Advisory Board will submit a budget of less than $8 million; that the City of Boston will support a $14 million budget. Wu notes that the administration of Ed King (Governor of Massachusetts) must work to gather enough support for the $14 million dollar budget. 14:24:50: Stock report: the Dow Jones average shown at 822.77; the New York Exchange shown at 43,300,000. 14:25:30: Lydon reads international headlines. Lydon reports that today was the deadline for Israeli civilians to leave the occupied Sinai territory, before its return to Egypt. Lydon reports that there were disturbances on the Israeli-occupied West Bank today. V: Footage of Lord Peter Carrington and other officials entering a building in Jerusalem. Lydon reports that Lord Carrington (Head, European Economic Community) is in Jerusalem for peace talks; that the European Economic Community (EEC) has condemned Israeli policy in the occupied territories; that Israel has called the EEC condemnation a distortion of the facts. Lydon reports that Iraq is trying to recover from a harsh defeat at the hands of Iran after an eight-day battle in the Persian Gulf War; that Saddam Hussein (leader of Iraq) met with King Hussein of Jordan to discuss how to stop Iranian advances. 14:26:58: Lydon introduces a report by Owen Paterson in Khuzestan, Iran. Paterson reports that Iranian soldiers scored a decisive victory over Iraq; that the fighting was vicious. V: Footage of Iranian soldiers in a destroyed village. Paterson notes that the Iraqi Fourth Army has withdrawn inside its border for the first time since the beginning of the war; that Iranian soldiers have captured a major communications base. V: Footage of Iranian soldiers celebrating their victory at the communications base. Shots of the communications base. Paterson reports that the Iranians claim to have captured 15,000 Iraqis and claim to have regained more than 2,000 square kilometers of ground. Paterson reports that intelligence shows Iraqi invading forces to be at the point of collapse; that Iranian forces have captured a large oil field. V: Footage of Iranian soldiers moving along a road; of Iranian soldiers riding in captured Iraqi tanks. Paterson reports that Iran is using the victory as a propaganda tool; that Iran has invited foreign journalists to cover the story. V: Shots of the dead bodies of Iraqi soldiers lying on the battlefield. Paterson reports that Saddam Hussein has told his troops not to despair. 14:28:38: Lydon reports that El Salvador's right-wing parties are preparing to form a ruling coalition after winning a majority of seats in the legislative assembly. V: Footage of Reagan at a press conference. Sam Donaldson (reporter) asks Reagan if the US will support a right-wing government in El Salvador. Reagan says that the US government is watching the situation; that he hopes the new government in El Salvador will continue to support reform. Lydon reports that the right-wing parties have not spoken out about US-backed land reform. Lydon introduces a report by Michael Buerk in San Salvador. Buerk says that the winners of the El Salvador elections have not been decided. Buerk notes that the right-wing parties have already held their victory celebrations. V: Footage of election officials sitting in front of a large board with election results. Footage of supporters of the right-wing ARENA party celebrating in the street. Buerk reports that the ARENA party claims to have the support of smaller parties; that Roberto d'Aubuisson (ARENA leader) may become the next leader of the country; that d'Aubuisson is a former National Guard interrogator and has been described as a "pathological killer." Buerk notes that d'Aubuisson wants to give the El Salvadorean army greater support in fighting the guerillas. V: Footage of d'Aubuisson addressing the crowd. Footage of a d'Aubuisson supporter. Buerk says that the Christian Democratic Party is in a weakened position. V: Footage of Julio Rey Prendes (Christian Democratic Party spokesman) warning of a civil war. Shots of El Salvadorans farming the land. Buerke reports that a right-wing government will probably end the land reform program sponsored by the Christian Democrats and backed by the US government; that the right-wing parties prefer military solutions over social solutions. V: Shots of El Salvadoran peasants and farmers. Buerke notes that the right-wing parties have the support of wealthy landowners. 14:31:54: WGBH promotion for This Old House with Bob Vila. 14:32:37: Lydon interviews Anthony Lewis (New York Times columnist), who has recently returned from the Middle East. Lewis says that he is worried for the future of Israel; that Israel's policy in the West Bank is irrational and could lead to disaster. Lydon asks how Lewis's opinions were received in Israel. Lewis says that there are Israelis who disagree with their country's actions in the West Bank; that there has been a revival of the Peace Now movement, to demonstrate against Israeli occupation of the West Bank. Lewis says that the Labor party lacks leadership; that the Israeli left lacks a strong political voice. Lydon asks if Israel is undermining Palestinians who might be willing to enter into peace talks. Lewis mentions a Palestinian mayor who was fired by Israeli occupying forces; that Israeli occupying forces are trying to push elected mayors out of office; that Reagan has erroneously referred to the mayors as being appointed. Lewis says that the mayors are a threat to Israel because they are highly political and they believe in the Palestinian cause. Lewis says that some Palestinians believe that Israel would rather deal with radical figures against whom it can fight; that Israel does not support the leadership of reasonable Palestinian leaders who might recognize the State of Israel in return for recognition of the rights of the Palestinians. 14:37:54: Sports scores: Boston Celtics beat Washington, 119 - 109; other NBA scores. 14:38:10: Lydon introduces a report by Callie Crossley. Crossley reports that the New England Journal of Medicine has published a study on the effects of the combined use of Valium and oral contraceptives. V: Shots of Valium pills; of birth control pills; of the report in the New England Journal of Medicine. Footage of women and men walking on the street. Crossley reports that the study was conducted by the Tufts University School of Medicine; that Valium will remain longer in the system of women who also take oral contraceptives. V: Footage of Dr. Darrell Abernathy (Tufts University School of Medicine) saying that chronic use of the two drugs together will lead to the accumulation of valium in the body. Crossley says that the birth control pill is the most popular form of contraception in the US; that valium is the fourth most commonly prescribed drug; that scientist assume that many women are using the drugs at the same time. V: Footage of Crossley interviewing Abernathy. Abernathy says that some patients will develop a tolerance to the effects of Valium. Crossley reports that Abernathy is not warning of dire consequences for women who use both medications; that Abernathy is looking at the effects of other drugs when used together. Crossley notes that Abernathy suggests that patients and doctors monitor the dosage levels of the drugs when used together. V: Shots of Valium pills and birth control pills. 14:40:28: Lydon closes the newscast. Closing credits roll.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 03/31/1982

Ten O'Clock News broadcast

Description: Lee Nelson introduces The Ten O'Clock News broadcast. Nelson reads a news brief about US Army testing of live bacteria on civilians in simulated germ warfare attacks. Art Cohen reports on racial controversy during jury selection in the Andrew Puopolo murder trial. Cohen reports that the defense attorneys have accused the prosecution of excluding African Americans from the jury. Gary Griffith reports on Mayor Kevin White's proposed fiscal legislation. The report includes footage of Jim Young (Treasurer, City of Boston) explaining the fiscal package. Steve Curwood reports on George Bush's address to the Middlesex Club of Republicans. The report includes footage of Bush answering questions about his tenure as CIA Director, biological warfare, and the overthrow of foreign governments. Mike Kolowich reports on Thomas Widmer (Vice President, Thermo Electron), who advocates energy efficiency and conservation through the application of technology. Footage of Widmer talking about technology and energy policy. Christopher Lydon comments on the early days of the Carter presidency and Carter's outspoken position on human rights. Footage from another Ten O'Clock News broadcast. Steve Nevas hosts the Ten O'Clock News. Nevas reports on the possibility of peace talks in the Middle East. Lydon interviews Richard Reeves (political writer) on Jimmy Carter's character and his public image. Nevas editorializes on US policy regarding marine resources. Footage from another Ten O'Clock News broadcast. Nevas closes the show. David Ives (President, WGBH) sings a fundraising song for on-air fundraising promotion
0:00:10: Volunteers in studio for on-air fundraising. WGBH station identification. 0:01:12: The Ten O'Clock News opening credits. Lee Nelson introduces the show. Nelson reports that the US Army has tested live germs on civilians in simulated germ warfare attacks from 1949 to 1969; that the Pennsylvania Turnpike, the City of San Francisco and Washington's national airport were targets over a twenty-year period; that over 500 project employees suffered infections. Nelson reports that four jurors were chosen in the trial of three men connected with the death of Harvard football player Andrew Puopolo. 0:02:16: Art Cohen reports on the Puopolo murder trial at Suffolk Superior Court. Visual: Artist's drawing of courtroom. Cohen reports that Puopolo had been in the Combat Zone with fellow Harvard football players Thomas Lincoln and Steve Saxon; that Lincoln and Saxon suffered only minor injuries; that Puopolo died of stab wounds. Cohen reports that Richard Allen, Edward Soares and Leon Easterling are charged with Puopulo's murder; that the three defendents are African American. V: Artist's drawing of defendants. Cohen reports that Judge James Roy asked each prospective juror if the racial profiles of the defendents and plaintiffs would affect their judgment; that Roy dismissed several jurors who were unsure. V: Artist drawing of Roy by Sonja Benson. Cohen reports that there were only four African Americans out of 70 prospective jurors; that the defense lawyers accused the prosecution of excluding African Americans from the jury; that Thomas Mundy (Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County) challenged three of the African American jurors without cause; that the fourth African American juror was dismissed by Roy. V: Artists drawings of lawyers at table; of Mundy. Cohen reports that three women and one man have been chosen for the jury so far; that these four jurors are an electronics engineer, a manager with a local insurance company, a school monitor, and a housewife from South Boston. Cohen reports that jury selection is expected to go on until Thursday. 0:03:48: Nelson reads the national headlines: the US House of Representatives voted to pass a major segment of President Jimmy Carter's economic stimulus program, including $50 tax rebates for many taxpayers; Carter will travel to London in May for his first summit with leaders from Canada, West Germany, France, Italy, Japan, and Great Britain; France threatened economic reprisals unless the SST (Concorde) is allowed to land in New York; Carter favors granting temporary landing rights for the Concorde, but the decision is up to the states of New York and New Jersey. 0:04:39: Nelson reports that the White Administration is concentrating on the passage of its fiscal legislation; that Kevin White (Mayor, City of Boston) is on vacation on an unnamed Caribbean island. V: Footage of James Young (Treasurer, City of Boston) saying that the mayor's fiscal legislation addresses the management problems in the city; that it attempts to redress imbalances in the fiscal relationship between the state and the city; that it enables the city to improve its financial situation by allowing it to impose modest taxes. Gary Griffith reports that the fiscal package includes 28 bills broken into three major categories; that there are 11 bills in a revenue sharing package which increases city fines and parking fees, and denies registration to vehicles with unpaid fines and taxes; that there are 10 bills in a state share package which mandates the state to assume the costs of county government, of school desegregation and of veteran benefits; that there are 7 bills in a new tax package which includes a payroll excise tax and new excise taxes on hotels, motels and college dorms. Griffith reports that some of the bills in the state share package and the new tax package are not expected to pass; that the city's property tax is expected to rise next year. V: Shots of downtown Boston; of a meter maid giving a parking ticket. Footage of Young saying that the city will not go bankrupt; that the city will be forced to reduce the services it provides to residents; that the city will see a decline in its character and standard of living. Griffith reports that legislative hearings on the bills will be held on March 23; that votes will take place by May. V: Shots of reporters at Young's press conference. 0:07:23: Stock report: Dow Jones Industrials at 952.04; New York Stock Exchange volume was 19,520,000 shares; American Exchange volume was 3,110,000 shares. 0:07:48: Nelson reports that Brady Tyson (US Deputy Delegate to the UN Human Rights Commission) expressed regrets to the government of Chili for CIA involvement in the 1973 overthrow of the government of Salvador Allende; that the State Department said later that Tyson's remarks at the meeting of the UN Human Rights Commission were personal and not approved by the State Department. Nelson reports that Idi Amin (military ruler of Uganda) claims he is on a CIA death list; that Amin met with leaders at the Afro-Arab summit in Cairo; that Amin refused to allow a probe into human rights violations in Uganda. 0:08:37: Nelson reports that George Bush (former CIA Director) visited Cambridge to address the Middlesex Club of Republicans; that there is speculation about Bush running for president in 1980. Steve Curwood reports that Bush became CIA Director in 1976. V: Footage of Bush saying that he was often asked about the Allende affair as CIA Director; that he would not have apologized for the Allende affair. Bush says that he would support action to destabilize or overthrow certain governments, or "a Hitler." Curwood asks Bush about allegations concerning CIA use of the African Swine Fever Virus in Cuba to destabilize the Castro government. Bush responds that the allegations are false; that he never authorized the use of any chemical or biological warfare agents as CIA Director; that he will not comment on the use of those agents by other countries. Bush says that he does not believe that the CIA will be hurt by going along with rules and regulations not followed by other countries; that he worries about narrow guidelines concerning counterintelligence strategy. Curwood says that Bush does not deny the possibility of his running for the presidency in 1980. 0:11:47: Sports scores: Bruins beat Atlanta, 3 - 2. 0:12:00: Nelson reads headlines: Joseph Califano (HEW Secretary) announced a major reorganization of HEW; a law professor from the University of Chicago warned the House of Representatives not to let Carter reorganize the federal government. 0:12:19: Nelson reports that Carter will present a comprehensive energy program on April 20; that Carter's planners are soliciting input from citizens; that conservation and "personal sacrifice" will be at the heart of the program. Mike Kolowich reports that the US is the largest consumer of energy in the world; that the US wastes some of its most valuable energy resources. V: Shots of steam rising from smokestacks, chimneys and sewers. Kolowich reports that Thomas Widmer (vice president, Thermo Electron) advocates a more efficient use of energy; that Thermo Electron is a thermodynamic research and manufacturing firm in Waltham. V: Footage of Widmer saying that there is no energy crisis; that the US is not using energy effectively; that there is a "surplus of entropy." Kolowich reports that Widmer endorses conservation in a report he prepared for the Carter administration; that Widmer believes conservation is not enough. V: Shots of Widmer's report. Footage of Widmer saying that he does not endorse conservation through curtailment of energy use; that he endorses conservation through technology; that energy must be used more efficiently. Kolowich reports that "technological fixes" have been used in West Germany; that West Germany uses energy more efficiently than the US. V: Shots of smokestacks; of cars and trucks on highway; of factories; of houses with chimneys. Kolowich reports that US cars and trucks are too large; that the US steel making industry is not using energy as efficiently as it could; that new technology could help US industries use energy more efficiently. Kolowich reports that the federal government would need to provide incentives for industry to become more energy efficient; that the government would need to impose controls on the consumer level. V: Audio of Widmer saying that there should be mandatory controls on the efficiency of air conditioners, lighting, new home construction and commercial buildings; that it is possible to set mandatory efficiency standards for industry. Footage of Widmer saying that energy taxes could be imposed on industry; that tax credits could be given to energy efficient industries. Kolowich reports that Widmer thinks this policy would result in economic growth without an increase in energy use; that Widmer's ideas were once considered revolutionary; that Carter's energy program may rely on some of Widmer's ideas. 0:16:56: Weather report and area ski conditions. 0:17:45: Nelson reports that Henry Gonzales (Democratic Representative from Texas) resigned as chairman of the House Assassinations Committee; that Lewis Stokes (Democratic Representative from Ohio) will be the new chairman. Nelson reports that Governor Michael Dukakis is looking for quick legislative approval of his proposed Industrial Development Authority, an agency to encourage business development in Massachusetts. Nelson reports that state officials will not comment on a listening device found in the telephone of Owen Clarke (State Tax Commissioner); that tax records were recently seized in an investigation of his agency. Nelson reports that Leo Nolan is appealing his conviction for the murder of a Haverhill grocer fifty years ago. 0:18:30: Nelson introduces commentary by Christopher Lydon on the first few months of the Carter presidency. Lydon says that critics have doubts about Carter's performance; that critics doubt his understanding of foreign policy issues. Lydon says that Carter knows what he is doing when he speaks out on human rights; that Carter's outspoken support of human rights can lead to inconsistencies in foreign policy; that Carter wrote a letter in support of Soviet dissident Andrei Sakharov, but told the Soviet ambassador that human rights should not get in the way of relations between the two countries. Lydon points out other contradictions in the intersection of human rights and foreign policy in the Carter administration. Lydon says that Carter speaks out on human rights to remind Americans of the importance of human liberties and the values represented by the US. 0:20:38: Nelson closes the show with a joke. Credits roll. 0:21:19: Footage from another Ten O'Clock News broadcast. Steve Nevas reports that Secretary of State Cyrus Vance says that there is a chance for Middle East peace talks during the second half of the year; that Arab states might allow Israel to keep some of the West Bank; that the Arab states will insist on the return of the Gaza Strip, the Golan Heights and the Sinai Desert; that Vance asked Congress not to try to enlist other nations in measures against the Arab boycott of Israel. 0:21:57: Sports scores: Golden State beats the Celtics, 101 - 94; the Bruins beat Detroit, 8 - 3. 0:22:20: Nevas reports that Carter spoke to employees at the Pentagon today; that Carter says he does not want to revive the draft, but will not rule it out completely. 0:22:36: Nevas introduces Christopher Lydon's interview with Richard Reeves (political writer). Lydon asks Reeves about Carter's public persona. Reeves says that Carter's ruthlessness and toughness is not visible in his public image; that Carter had to be calculating and tough to get to the top; that Carter has picked up campaign tips and tricks from political novels. Lydon comments on Reeves' theory that Carter's early success in the campaign was played up in the media; that the media ignored later setbacks because they had already created an image of him as a winning candidate. Reeves says that Carter planned a good campaign; that the media chose to give extensive coverage to the primary election; that the media created a momentum around Carter and it worked in his favor. Lydon asks Reeves' opinion on Carter and his success. Reeves says that Carter's public image will be destroyed if he gets caught lying. 0:25:55: Weather report and ski conditions. 0:26:55: Nevas reports that the US has taken control of the fishing grounds along the east coast. He gives a brief history of fishing in the western Atlantic. Nevas reports that the US now controls nearly 1/5 of the world's marine fish resources; that the US took control of east coast fishing grounds in the name of conservation; that taking control of the fishing grounds should not become a jingoistic exercise. Nevas closes the show. Credits roll. 0:28:23: Footage from another Ten O'Clock News broadcast. Christopher Lydon comments on Carter's energy policy. He speculates on Carter's relations with the natural gas industry. Nevas closes the show. Credits roll. 0:29:50: Footage from the end credits of another Ten O'Clock News broadcast. Fundraising promotion featuring David Ives (President, WGBH) singing a fundraising song accompanied by guitar.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 03/08/1977

Today's integrated schools

Description: Jan von Mehren talks to members of the racially diverse Boston Student Advisory Council. Von Mehren notes that these high school students grew up in integrated schools. The students discuss school desegregation and today's integrated schools. The students discuss racial tension in the schools today. Several of the students say that racial tension does exist in today's schools. One student says that the actions of a few students can create an atmosphere of racial tension. One student recalls his memory of the busing crisis. Another says that she has friends of all ethnicities and races. One adds that integrated schools can conquer ignorance. The students discuss the benefits of attending integrated schools. Von Mehren's report is accompanied by a clip from Eyes on the Prize II.
1:00:05: Visual: Footage of Ted Donlan (student from West Roxbury) imitating an Eddie Murphy comedy routine in front of other members of the Boston Student Advisory Council. The students are of mixed races. The students laugh at Donlan's routine. Jan von Mehren reports that the Boston Student Advisory Council is a group which represents students in the Boston Public School System. Von Mehren reports that students today are educated in a desegregated school system; that the students do not know a lot about Boston's experience with school desegregation in the 1970s. V: Footage of South Boston High School in 1974 from Eyes on the Prize II. Von Mehren reports that Donlan remembers a photograph. V: Footage of Donlan speaking in front of the other members of the Boston Student Advisory Council. Donlan says that he remembers a photo of a white man battering an African American man with the American flag. Donlan says that it is horrible to see the American flag used as a weapon; that the American flag is a symbol of equality and racial peace. Shot of another student in the group. Footage of Thembi Costa (student from Roxbury) says that administrators always talk about the racial breakdown of the student population. Costa says that she never understood why it was important. Shots of other students in the group. Von Mehren reports that the busing crisis seems like ancient history to these students; that they go to school in desegregated classrooms every day. V: Shot of von Mehren sitting with the students. Footage of Benitha Harris (student from Dorchester) says that she has friends of all races and ethnicities; that she never knew South Boston existed before she went to her present school in 1987. Shots of other students in the group. Footage of Alfred Esposito (student from Brighton) saying that one Latino student was able to create a war within the school a few years ago. Esposito says that the student has left the school; that the school is now peaceful. Esposito says that one person can create a lot of strife. Footage of Walter Bonilla (student from Roslindale) says that there is tension in the air; that "there is more talk than action." Footage of Donlan saying that racial tension is never out in the open; that it is apparent when students divide up into groups. Donlan says that white students stick together; that African American students stick together; that there are whispers of tension. Footage of Costa saying that she once saw some white supremacist graffiti; that she was frightened. Footage of Harris says that she was once insulted by a carload of whites while waiting at a bus stop. Shots of the group of students; of individual students. Von Mehren reports that the students do not want to return to segregated schools. V: Footage of Costa saying that ignorance causes fear. Costa says that students need to learn about other races and cultures. Footage of Donlan saying that he recently acted in a play with a racially diverse cast of performers. Donlan says that integrated schools are working; that there is still some work to be done. Shots of the students.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 03/20/1990

Trouble in Wainwright Park

Description: Wainwright Park in Dorchester. Boys play basketball. Ashmont red line T station. Interview with brothers James and Pat Hart and friend Terry Deady about racial conflict in the neighborhood. They accuse black youth from Codman Square of throwing bottles and trying to take over their basketball court. They talk about "rocking" (stoning) houses in retaliation.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 08/14/1979

Tsongas speaks to O.N.E.

Description: Alexandra Marks reports that Paul Tsongas addressed the members of the Organization for a New Equality (ONE) at a luncheon meeting. ONE is an organization committed to opening up new economic opportunities for minorities. The members of ONE welcomed Tsongas' pro-business, liberal agenda. Tsongas criticized the policies of George Bush in his speech and has accused him of promoting a racially divisive agenda. Tsongas is calling for a combination of tax incentives and government spending to revitalize inner-city neighborhoods. Interview with Robert Reich (professor, John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University) about Tsongas' position on economic issues and education. Interview with Tsonga, who talks about the importance of education. Interviews with Dorchester residents Chico Joyner and Faries Odom about Tsongas.
1:00:04: Visual: Footage of Paul Tsongas (Democratic candidate for US President) at a luncheon for ONE (Organization for a New Equality). Tsongas walks to the podium as attendees applaud. Alexandra Marks reports that Tsongas is not known as a passionate speaker; that Tsongas showed his passion at a speech to ONE members. Marks reports that Tsongas spoke about the budget approved by the Massachusetts State Legislature. Marks notes that the State Legislature is controlled by Democrats. V: Footage of Tsongas addressing the attendees. Tsongas says that his generation will be the first to give less to their children than they got. Tsongas says that his generation should be uncomfortable with this state of affairs. Tsongas says that the legislators should not congratulate themselves for balancing the budget by ruining the schools. Shots of attendees at the luncheon. Marks reports that the attendees welcomed Tsongas' pro-business, liberal agenda. Marks reports that ONE is committed to opening up new economic opportunities for minorities. V: Footage of Tsongas addressing the attendees. Tsongas says that a politician needs to be "pro-business" in order to be "pro-jobs." Tsongas says that Democrats need to learn that it is hypocritical to be "pro-jobs" and "anti-business." Marks reports that Tsongas berated George Bush (US President) for championing ideology over common sense in supporting the previous day's Supreme Court ruling on abortion. Marks notes that the ruling upholds a federal regulation which forbids the mention of abortion in clinics where federal funds are used. V: Shots of Tsongas speaking; of attendees; of a cameraman at the conference. Marks reports that Tsongas chided Bush for using the racially divisive Willie Horton advertisement in the 1988 presidential campaign. Marks reports that Tsongas chided Bush for vetoing the Civil Rights Bill and for sabotaging efforts to salvage the bill. V: Footage of Tsongas addressing the attendees. Tsongas says that Bush opposed the Civil Rights Bill because he wants race to be an issue in the 1992 campaign. Marks stands on Blue Hill Avenue. Marks says that Tsongas is calling for a combination of tax incentives and government spending to revitalize inner-city neighborhoods. Marks says that Tsongas believes that government money is necessary to leverage private investment. Marks says that economists have mixed feelings about Tsongas' philosophy. V: Footage of Robert Reich (John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University) being interviewed by Marks. Reich says that the private sector in the US is globalizing quickly. Reich talks about the foreign activities of IBM and General Electric. Reich says that the government needs to be selective in its support of the private sector; that the government should not support companies who create jobs outside of the US. Marks reports that Reich believes that the key to economic development is to enhance the productive capabilities of individual Americans. V: Footage of Reich being interviewed by Marks. Reich says that education and infrastructure are important. Reich says that Tsongas emphasizes these things in his proposal. Footage of Tsongas being interviewed. Tsongas says that there is no future without education. Marks reports that some inner-city residents are supportive of Tsongas. V: Shots of Blue Hill Avenue. Footage of Chico Joyner (Dorchester resident) being interviewed. Joyner says that most people will rebel against a tax increase. Joyner says that new businesses would help the community. Footage of Faries Odom (Dorchester resident) being interviewed. Odom says that community involvement is crucial to the success of any initiatives in the neighborhood. Footage of Tsongas addressing attendees at the ONE luncheon. Tsongas says that all people are connected to one another; that people's actions have an affect on themselves and others. Marks reports that Tsongas intends to send this message during his presidential campaign; that Tsongas wants to fight against the racially divisive agenda of the Bush administration. V: Shot of Tsongas riding down an escalator with attendees. An African American man shakes his hand and wishes him luck.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 05/24/1991

Violence against Asian immigrants

Description: David Boeri reports on an increase in violence against Asians in Eastern Massachusetts. Boeri notes that refugees from Southeast Asia have become targets of violence in some white neighborhoods. Boeri interviews Elaine Song (Asian American Resource Workshop) about violence against Asians. Boeri quotes statistics from a study by Song on violence against Asians. Boeri reports that Song's research has found that acts of violence have become a part of daily life for Asians in the Boston area. Boeri interviews Sarann Phoung (Cambodian resident) about his experiences in East Boston and Chelsea. Boeri reports that Phuong is concerned about how younger Asians will respond to the violence. Boeri reports that Asian refugees may begin to strike back if the violence continues. Boeri's report is accompanied by photos of Asian crime victims.
1:00:01: Visual: Shot of a school photo of a young Asian boy; of a black and white photo of an Asian man and an Asian woman; of a white man assaulting an Asian man; of the frame of a burnt house. David Boeri reports on violence against Asians in Eastern Massachusetts. Boeri reports that a 13-year old Asian boy was allegedly killed by an 11-year old white boy; that an Asian man was beaten to death by a white man during an argument; that an Asian family was assaulted by whites; that the family's house was burnt down. V: Footage of Elaine Song (Asian American Resource Workshop) recounts incidents of violence and harassment against Asian Americans. Song says that she does not think that the situation can get any worse. Boeri reports that Song is the author of a study, "To Live In Peace...Responding to Anti-Asian Violence in Boston." V: Shot of the cover of Song's study. On-screen text shows quotes from Song's study. Boeri reports that Song's research has found that, "For many Asians, acts of violence...have become a part of daily life." V: Shots of two Asian women and a child walking on a street; of a residential street in Revere, MA. Boeri says that refugees from Southeast Asia have become targets in white neighborhoods in Revere. V: Footage of Song saying that Boston has a history of segregated and "turf-conscious" neighborhoods. Shot of Boeri talking to Sarann Phoung (Cambodian resident) on a street. Boeri and Phuong sit on a bench. Boeri reports that Phuong lived in East Boston until he and three other Cambodians were attacked and beaten by seventy whites. Boeri notes that Phuong moved to Chelsea; that Phuong still experiences hostility from whites. V: Footage of Phuong being interviewed by Boeri. Phuong says that Asians are targets of violence and harassment; that many incidents are not reported to police because many Asians do not like to make trouble. Phuong says that some Asians are afraid to report incidents in case the perpetrators seek revenge on the victims. Boeri reports that Phuong said that Asians are often victims of violence by whites and Latinos; that Phuong is concerned about how younger Asians will react to the continuing violence. V: Shot of two Asian boys walking on a street; of an Asian woman standing on a sidewalk. Boeri stands on a streetcorner in Chelsea. Boeri reports that there is no peace for Asians in neighborhoods in Chelsea, East Boston, Dorchester, Lowell, and other areas. Boeri notes that violence against Asians is a problem; that Asian refugees may begin to strike back if the violence continues.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 11/19/1987

White Racism

Description: Several people address a crowd of clergymen, giving them details on a meeting held that day on the "Mobilization on the white problem in metropolitan Boston." They discuss what churches can and should do to help fight against white racism towards African Americans, especially African American business people. Silent footage of the audience. Reporter standup.
Collection: WHDH

William Atkinson

Description: Christy George interviews Dorchester residents about the William Atkinson murder case. Reverend David Venator (United Church of Christ) says that the state could have filed more charges against the defendants; that violations of the civil rights of minorities have become commonplace. Venator says that the Dorchester community needs to deal with the racial prejudice which provoked the death of William Atkinson (Boston resident). Christy George (WGBH reporter) comments that Venator has condemned racial prejudice more severely than Francine Atkinson (William Atkinson's sister). Venator says that he can condemn racial prejudice because he is white; that he does not condone any kind of violence. Venator says that the Atkinson case is an example of a civil rights violation; that he has never experienced racial violence to that degree as a white man. A white male Dorchester resident says that Atkinson's death was not an isolated incident. The man notes that the Dorchester community has reacted strongly and quickly against Atkinson's death. The man says that the Dorchester community intends to see justice done in this case. George asks a white female Dorchester resident if she thinks that the media attention given to the Atkinson case helped bring about a more thorough investigation and the filing of stronger charges. The woman says that the media coverage is a result of the strong reaction against Atkinson's death by members of the Dorchester community. George comments that many white Dorchester residents are supporting the cause of William Atkinson. The woman says that Dorchester residents of all races are working together to fight racial violence and to make Dorchester a safer community. The tape includes footage of court proceedings in Suffolk Superior Court. George Hurd (Judge, Suffolk Superior Court) presides over the courtroom. The lawyers for the defendants identify themselves. The five defendants each plead not guilty to the charges against them. The charges are read out loud. John Kiernan (Assistant District Attorney) makes bail recommendations for the five defendants
0:00:32: Visual: Reverend David Venator (United Church of Christ) says that the state could have filed more charges against the defendants; that violations of the civil rights of minorities have become commonplace; that these violations are not always committed by the same individuals. Venator says that communities must face up to the disease of racial prejudice; that the Dorchester community needs to deal with the racial prejudice which provoked the death of William Atkinson (victim). Christy George (WGBH reporter) comments that Venator has condemned racial prejudice more severely than Francine Atkinson (William Atkinson's sister). Venator says that he can condemn racial prejudice because he is white; that he does not condone any kind of violence. Venator says that the Atkinson case is an example of a civil rights violation; that he has never experienced racial violence to that degree as a white man. A white male Dorchester resident says that Atkinson's death was not an isolated incident. The man wonders if there would have been arrests made in the case if the Dorchester community had not reacted strongly and quickly against Atkinson's death. The man says that the Dorchester community intends to see justice done in this case; that there has been harassment of some individuals involved in the Atkinson case. The man says that he hopes this case will call attention to the need for reform of the legal system. George asks a female Dorchester resident if she thinks that the media attention given to the Atkinson case helped bring about a more thorough investigation and the filing of stronger charges. The woman says that the media coverage is a result of the strong reaction against Atkinson's death by members of the Dorchester community. The woman says that members of the community want to see justice done in the Atkinson case. George comments that many white Dorchester residents are supporting the cause of William Atkinson. The woman says that Dorchester residents of all races are working together to fight racial violence and to make Dorchester a safer community. 0:07:06: V: Reporters and bystanders stand in a lobby. 0:07:13: V: Court proceedings in Suffolk Superior Court. Shots of Judge George Hurd (Suffolk Superior Court), the audience and the crowded courtroom. Hurd rules on a motion. 0:08:42: V: Court proceedings in the arraignments of Francis Devin, William Joyce, Paul MacGregor, Michael Nowacki and Edward Tuffo in the William Atkinson case. Hurd listens as the bailiff reads the names of the defendants. John Kiernan (Assistant District Attorney) speaks to the judge. Neil Connolly (attorney for MacGregor and Tuffo), Odin Anderson (attorney for Nowacki), Pamela Hattern (attorney for Devin) and George Donovan (attorney for Joyce) approach the podium to identify themselves. Audio is muffled. Devin, Joyce, MacGregor, Nowacki and Tuffo can be seen standing in the courtroom behind the lawyers. 0:11:06: V: MacGregor steps up to the microphone and pleads not guilty to five indictments. Nowacki steps up to the microphone and pleads not guilty to four indictments. Tuffo steps up to the microphone and pleads not guilty to four indictments. Devin steps up to the microphone and pleads not guilty to four indictments. Joyce steps up to the microphone and pleads not guilty to four indictments. Shot of all five defendants standing up in the courtroom. Kiernan makes bail recommendations for the defendants. Kiernan notes that Joyce is serving a suspended sentence for an incident in April of 1981. Donovan steps up to the microphone to confirm Kiernan's facts about Joyce. Kiernan makes recommendations on Joyce's bail.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 03/31/1982