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WACO HEARINGS: 11:30-1:00 AM - Master Number 10903 (Part 2) - From 12:34:37 - 12:46:46 no new footage is shown. There are four instances where the CNN video is shown again, but other than that, all that is shown is dead space during the hearing's recess. During this time all that is shown is a woman sitting in front of the camera passing the time by playing with her hair.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 1:00-2:03 PM - Master Number 10904 - INTRODUCTION: Footage consists of Chairman Zeliff calling the Waco Hearings back to order following a recess. He then introduces panelist Ray Yon who goes on to give his opening statement. Footage from 12:59:56 - 13:18:54 shows the Sub-Committee Chamber is recess. 13:18:55 Chairman Zeliff calls the Waco Hearings back to order. He calls Ray Yon to give his opening statement. 13:19:08 Ray Yon begins his opening statement. Speaking from the perspective of a Waco investigator, Mr. Yon states his personal conclusions about the Branch Davidians. He interprets their theology, discusses the state of the children held within Mount Carmel compound, and states David Koresh sought a confrontation with government officials. In addition, he comments on the use of helicopters, the testimony he received from Branch Davidian members and the fire that engulfed the compound at the end of the stand off. He also discusses the issue of suicide. 13:36:11 Chairman Zeliff recesses the Hearings pending the outcome of two votes. 13:36:45 Footage shows the Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 14:02:01 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 11:30-1:00 AM - Master Number 10905 - INTRODUCTION: The following Waco Hearing footage consists of questioning of the first group of panelists. The panelists selected for questioning were Mr. Reavis and Mr. Yon. The questioning Representatives were Zeliff (chairman), Thurman, McCollum, Schumer, Collins, Taylor and Conyers. At 14:45:53 Zeliff relinquishes leadership thanks the first panel and relinquishes his leadership to Rep. McCollum who then introduces the second group of panelists. 13:59:03 - 14:09:06 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 14:09:07 Chairman Zeliff calls the Hearings back to order, and announces that the questioning of the panelists will begin. Zeliff questions Reavis. He asks, what is the most important thing that can come out of the hearings. Reavis states that it is the increased declassification of Waco documents. Zeliff then questions Yon about his questioning of BD members following the standoff and to detail how his information was gathered. 14:15:36 Rep. Thurman asks Reavis to specifically name the documents he wishes to become declassified and Reavis names the interviews made with the Texas Rangers. Rep. Thurman asks Yon to respond to Reavis' comments. Yon defends the slow declassification of documents, pointing out the backlog of orders at the Freedom of Information Act Office. Rep. Thurman then asks Reavis to contrast his personal findings against other Waco reporters. Reavis responds by stating that he no competitors for the Waco story after Mount Carmel burnt down, so it is difficult to answer the question. Congressman Thurman asks Yon about allegations that Koresh had sex with under aged girls. Mr. Yon sites that in an interview with a Waco newspaper reporter, a former Branch Davidian member stated that a 14 year old girl had given birth to one of David Koresh's children. 14:21:46 Rep. McCollum asks Yon about ATF Officers carrying guns in the helicopters. Mr. Yon states findings from his interviews. Rep. McCollum then asks Mr. Reavis about the possibility BD members could have surrendered. His second question concerned the fire. Mr. Reavis states he believed Koresh may have thought he had an agreement with officials, and may have thought surrender could have been an option. 14:26:47 Congressman Schumer asks Mr. Yon if he had read Mr. Reavis's book. He says he has not. Rep. Schumer asks Yon to comment on the book's accuracy. Mr. Yon states the conclusions have mixed accuracy. Holding up a machine gun, Congressman Schumer then asks Mr. Yon about reports of illegal weapons at the compound? 14:30:10 Congressman Collins asks Yon about the possibility that "friendly fire" may have killed the four ATF Agents. Mr. Yon states that laboratory testing rules that possibility out. Rep. Collins then asks Yon about Koresh having sex with minors with their parents approval, but he states it would be inappropriate for him to reply. She then asks him about illegal guns at the compound. Mr. Yon states laboratory testing determined the guns were illegal. 14:34:40 Congressman Taylor asks a series of questions to Reavis attempting to prove Koresh lead an extremist religious organization, and later asks him how Koresh got ride of former Branch Davidian leader, George Rotten. Mr. Reavis states that Koresh inherited the religion, but manipulated its' teachings. He goes on to recount events that detail how the change of power was passed in the Branch Davidian religion. 14:38:07 Congressman Conyers questions the accuracy of Mr. Reavis's book. Mr. Reavis's confirms his belief. Rep. Conyers then asks. Mr. Yon about the validity of the ATF search warrant. Mr. Yon states that the warrant was completely valid, because it exceeded the ATF's jurisdiction. 14:45:53 Chairman Zeliff thanks the panel for their time, and invites the second panel to come forward. He states that chairmanship will switch to Rep. McCollum, who then introduces the second panel. They are Gerald Goldstein, Roger Duchamp, Henry McMahon , David Thibideaux and Carrie Jewel. 14:47:53 Congressman Barr asks Mr. Thibideaux to describe the Mount Carmel compound and the personal habits of David Koresh. Mr. Thibideaux responds. Congressman Barr then asks about the search warrant, the issue of illegal weapons, and the possible presence of a methamphetime lab at Mount Carmel. Mr. Thibideaux describes his experience at the compound, and then states he believed the warrant to have been lengthy and wordy. He then comments on the weapons that were at Mount Camel, but states there was never a methamphetime at the site. Rep. Barr then asks Mr. Thibideaux if he knows what a "mag bag" is? Mr. Thibideaux states it was a car restoration garage a distance from Mount Carmel. Rep. Barr switches panelists and asks Mr. Goldstein about the search warrant. 15:01:24 TAPE OUT.
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A simulated capture by the New York Harbor Police gunboat "Patrol" of three "pirates" in rowboat. LS the "Patrol" chasing rowboat in New York Harbor; as the rowboat gets closer to the camera, one can see the pirates rowing as fast as they can. Next shot shows the "Patrol" alongside rowboat; the "pirates" are then pulled up into the police gunboat. Patrol comes up near them, lowers a dory and a number of policemen make the capture. As the pirates are landed on the Police Boat a fierce fight takes place between them and the police, but the latter overcome the offenders and land them safely on the boat.
Interview with Apollo 12 Astronauts
Tape 1164 Part 1 In-Studio interview of Apollo 12 astronauts CHARLES CONRAD JR., RICHARD F. GORDON JR., and ALAN F. BEAN after their successful mission to the moon.
Family Affair
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Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 3:00 - 4:03PM - Master Number 10906 - INTRODUCTION: The Following Waco Hearing footage consists of further testimony from the second group of panelists. After Rep. Barr asks Mr. Goldstein a group of questions, Rep. Thurman asks Carrie Jewel to read her graphic testimony concerning her victimizing while at Mount Carmel with her mother. Although it is not stated, it sounds as if Carrie's stay at Mount Carmel was on and off. Carrie needed a break after reading her testimony, therefore Chairman McCollum recesses the Chamber. After resuming, Rep. Thurman continues with her questioning of Carrie. 15:00:10 Footage resumes by replaying the questioning Rep. Barr was directing at Mr. Thibideauxin Master Number 10905. 15:00:51 Fresh footage shows Rep. Barr then asking Mr. Goldstein about his impression of the search warrant. Mr. Goldstein responds by stating it is full of excessive information, but that most warrant do. 15:04:50 A panelist who was scheduled to testify, but was late, arrives. Chairman McCollum swears in one Mr. Barber. 15:05:10 Rep. Thurman invites Carrie Jewel to read her testimony about the years she spent as a member of the BD. She tells how her mother entered her into the group at age 8, and that by age 10 David Koresh had raped her. Carrie's mother had told her David would day take her, and so when he did she states, "I was freaked out, but just laid there looking at the ceiling." Carrie's testimony also details David's teachings about "the final battle" between his people and "Babylon," meaning the American government, in addition to, how she was instructed to commit suicide. She was told to place a gun into her mouth, and to find the soft place at the top. After giving her testimony Carrie is visible distraught. Rep Thurman asks Chairman McCollum to recess. 15:14:52 Chairman McCullum recesses the Chamber to allow Carrie Jewel time to gather herself, and also so there can be another round of voting. 15:15:02 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 15:56:23 Chairman McCullum calls the Chamber back to order. 15:56:42 Rep. Thurman resumes her questioning of Carrie Jewel . She asks Carrie about the times she was questioned by government officials, and later, about the questioning she received while on "Donahue." Carrie describes how she was taught to commit suicide, and then how her father wrote to President Clinton stating that belief. Rep. Thurman then asks Carrie about other girls who were placed into situations similar to her own. Carrie names other girls, and details how the girls were kept hidden. 16:02:15 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 4:01 - 5:05 PM - Master Number 10907 - INTRODUCTION: This section of Waco footage consists of the questioning of the second group of panelists. Representative Thurman, Schiff, Schumer, Blute, Scott, Bryant, Lofgren and Chairman McCollum all ask questions. 16:01:33 Footage resumes by showing old footage from Master Number 10906 where Carrie Jewel is describing how other girls at Mount Carmel were molested. 16:01:54 Fresh footage begins by showing Rep. Thurman asking Carrie Jewel about how young pregnant girls were removed from sight. Carrie confirms that this was often practiced. Rep. Thurman then asks Carrie to describe how she was taught to commit suicide. Carrie states that how-to-suicide was never actually taught, but that through eavesdropping, she heard all about it. Rep. Thurman then asks Carrie why she thinks her testimony is important. Carrie states that she wanted the truth to be heard, and that it disturbs her that people are taking advantage of the suffering of others to make themselves look better. 16:04:18 Chairman McCollum thanks Carrie Jewel for her testimony, and then address Rep,. Schiff to begin his questioning. 16:04:26 Rep. Thurman begins his questioning by stating the Hearings are not meant to prove anything about David Koresh, but instead to determine if law enforcement agencies handled the situation with him properly. He also thanks Carrie Jewel for her testimony, and apologizes for the fact that she wasn't protected. 16:06:08 Rep. Schiff begins his questioning by asking Mr. McMahon about being an arms dealer in Waco, and his relationship to David Koresh. The questioning leads to discussion about how ATF agents' visit to Mr. McMahon gun shop. During the visit a call took place between Mr. McMahon and Koresh. McMahon states the agents' questioning prompted him to call Koresh. Koresh said he wanted to speak to the agents himself, but when he offered the phone to them, McMahon stated they refused the call. Rep. Schiff then reads the Arrest Warrant issued for David Koresh in which the wrong charge code was listed, and asks Mr. Goldstein to comment. Mr. Goldstein agrees the mistake exists. Fellow panelist, Mr. Duchamp, confirms the mistake. Then, Rep. Schiff asks Mr. Goldstein about the "no knock" entry made by law enforcement at the time of the raid. Thurman 16:19:24 Rep. Schumer begins his questioning by asking Mr. Goldstein to describe the type of military grade equipment used in the raid. Rep. Schumer then asks Lt. Barber about when his office became aware of problems at the BD compound. Mr. Barber states that suspicions arose from a report by the Immigration and Naturalization Office about the possibility illegal aliens may be on the property. Schumer than asks questions concerning events that lead up to the raid in 1993. Mr. Barber cites instances that caused suspicion in his office. They include neighbor complaints about possible automatic gunfire being heard and a UPS deliveryman telling them a package containing grenade casings. Other shipments were reported about chemicals being sent which would allow for the arming of the grenades, and it was then that the ATF called police. Schumer summarizes the questioning by stating that it was local law enforcement that called in the federal agencies. Mr. Schumer then asks Mr. Dushomp a series of questions concerning the validity of the Search Warrant. Mr. Duchamp agrees the warrant was valid. 16:35:55 Rep. Blute asks Mr. Thibideaux to describe what happened on the day of the raid; he was within the compound at the time. He details how there was suspicion about one of the under cover agents not being who they had claimed to be. He goes on to describe the helicopters, and the actions of BD members at the moment the raid began. He states, Koresh said, "Don't do anything stupid. We want to talk to these people. We want to work it out." His conclusion about gunfire was that it came from the helicopters and the ground troops simultaneously. 16:42:54 Rep. Scott asks Mr. Goldstein to describe the Exclusionary Rule. 16:48:17 Rep. Bryant addresses several clarifying questions to the various panelists. He discusses a Mr. Brow who was a BD member, Koresh's dealings at gun shows, the fact there were children within the Mount Carmel compound and that the element of surprise was lost. 16:53:30 Rep. Lofgren begins her line of questioning by asking Carrie Jewel if she knew about other girls at the compound who were being molested, and then if she knew of there being guns or explosives stored at the site. Carrie states she did know of other girls being molested and the presence of guns, but not explosives. Carrie goes on to describe a gun Koresh had shown her. Rep. Lofgren then asks Carrie what she told agents when her father took her in for questioning. Carrie states that it was mostly about the children. Rep. Lofgren then asks her about the possibility there were arranged marriages between BD members and illegal aliens. Carrie states there were several arranged marriages made to keep several BD members in the country. Rep. Lofgren then asks why Carrie why she felt things would end negatively; a reference to her earlier testimony. She elaborates by telling how everyone was kept in a state of readiness. Rep. Lofgren then asks if there was ever a reason given for the molestation. Carrie states that she was told King David would sleep with young virgins to keep him warm, and that Psalm 45 justified the molestation. 17:00:00 Chairman McCollum begins a line of questioning by asking Mr. Thibideaux how the fire began at the compound. Although he didn't know how the fire was stated, Mr. Thibideaux graphically describes the condition the building was in immediately prior to witnessing flames shooting through a hallway. 17:03:38 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 5:00-5:56PM - Master Number 10908 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage from the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the second round of panelists. The majority of questions are directed towards a Mr. Thibideaux, a former member of the BD group who was present at the raid and fire and a Mr. Jewel, who is the father of Carrie Jewel, a young girl who was abused while at Mount Carmel. Representative McCollum, Slaughter, Zeliff, Taylor and Schiff ask questions of the panelists. Be aware that three different black zones exist in the footage. These three zones fall after segments 17:03:45, 17:11:15 and 17:15:05. 17:00:05 Old footage from Master Number 10907 shows Chairman McCollum asking Mr. Thibideaux about the fire. 17:03:45 Fresh footage begins by showing Chairman McCollum asking Mr. Barber about the grenade casings that were sent to Koresh, and then about the methamphetimine lab. 12:21:49 - 12:21:59 There is black space that cuts out the reply by Mr. Barber. TIME CODE DOES NOT MATCH WITH CURRENT CODE (12 TO 17). 17:04:19 Chairman McCollum is shown asking Mr. McMahon about his arms dealings with Koresh. 17:05:41 Rep. Slaughter of New York begins her questioning by asking Mr. Thibideaux about a possible relationship between him and David Koresh's sister in-law. He responds by implying a close friendship existed with Michael Jones and her daughter, who was Koresh's sister-in-law, but was never married to her. She then asks about the February 28th raid, in reference to, the mailman, a Mr. Jones. Mr. Thibideaux comments that the mailman informed the compound about the impending raid, but states that not everyone was told. Rep. Slaughter then asks about Koresh's legitimate son Cirrus, in reference to, various abuses he sustained. Mr. Thibideaux was not aware of the abuses Rep. Slaughter was speaking of. She then asks him at what age children were spanked, and specifically asks if 8-month-old children were. Mr. Thibideaux states kids were spanked, but did not think 8-month-old kids were. Pushing the question, Rep. Slaughter asks Carrie Jewel if 8-month-old children were spanked, and if so, with what. Carrie states that 8-month-old children were spanked with the wooden paddle, "Helper." Rep. Slaughter then asks Carrie if she ever knew Koresh to deny food to children. Carrie responds that no, she did not. 17:11:15 Rep. Zeliff begins his questioning by asking Carrie Jewel about why she requested to be subpoenaed. She responds that it was necessary so that her father could be with her. Rep. Zeliff then asks Mr. Goldstein about the issue of "staleness," and then about the constitutionality of the search warrant. Mr. Goldstein comments on the 4th Amendment and about how law enforcement needs to be restricted in terms of time and place. 12:46:45 - 12:47:27 There is black space that cuts out the reply by Mr. Goldstein. TIME CODE DOES NOT MATCH WITH CURRENT CODE (12 TO 17). 17:15:05 Footage resumes by showing Mr. Thibideaux discussing how ATF Agents stormed the compound, and how he discovered Winston Blake dead near a leaking water tank. He was responding to a question posed by Rep. Zeliff. Rep. Zeliff then asks Mr. Thibideaux, holding up a grenade paperweight, to identify it. 12:59:27 - 12:59:34 There is black space that cuts out the reply by Mr. Thibideaux. TIME CODE DOES NOT MATCH WITH CURRENT CODE (12 TO 17). 17:17:35 Footage resumes by showing Rep. Taylor asking Carrie Jewel's father, Mr. Jewel, about his experience with the Michigan Court System, and if he thinks the events leading up to February 28th are relevant. Mr. Jewel, not a scheduled panelist, is sworn in.. He states the events prior to the 28th are absolutely relevant. Rep. Taylor then asks Mr. Barber if the law was violated on regular bases by BD members prior to the calling of the ATF. Mr. Barber states that his office had many suspicions, but states that there was no probable cause at that time. He then asks Mr. Barber why he contacted the ATF. Mr. Barber states that it was because of the hand grenades. Rep. Taylor turns back to Carrie Jewel's father, and asks him what he told the Michigan Courts. He begins by telling how a former high-ranking member at the BD compound called him to warn of his daughter safety, and to tell of David Koresh. Mr. Jewel then confirms Rep. Slaughter's inquires about child abuse, and how young girls were held against their will until they broke, and consented to, the will of Koresh or his men. 17:25:22 Rep. Schiff begins his questioning by stating the information pertaining to the practices of David Koresh do not apply to the hearings because the hearings are about arms violations. He continues by stating the search warrant was inflammatory and sloppy, therefore, the ATF was out to make "a big splash." Then, he asks Mr. Barber about ATF Public Relations Official, Carrie Wheeler. Rep. Schiff then asks Mr. McMahon about his arms dealing with Koresh. He states Koresh would come to his home every three to four months to make deals. Rep. Schiff then asks Mr. Thibideaux questions about Koresh's advance knowledge of the ATF raid. Mr. Thibideaux states Koresh knew, because of the mailman and BD member, David Jones, who had been topped off by occupants of a media truck. Rep. Schiff then asks if he knew who tipped off the news truck. Mr. Thibideaux states, maybe the ATF did. Rep. Schiff then asks Mr. Thibideaux from which direction where shots initially fired. He replies, the shooting was simultaneously begun from the front and the back of the compound. 17:31:30 Chairman McCollum recesses the Chamber for a vote. 17:31:54 - 17:56:01 The Sub-Chamber is shown in recess. 17:56:02 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 6
WACO HEARINGS: 11:00AM - 12:03PM - Master Number 10965 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of old footage from Master Number 10964, and fresh footage that shows the Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 10:59:37 Old footage from Master Number 10964 shows Agent Sage answering a question from Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen concerning the use of the PA system. 11:03:40 Fresh footage shows the Congressional Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 12:02:00 TAPE OUT.
Fine Horses & Carriages on Harlem River Drive, 1902
Parade of fine horses and fashionable carriages taken along what is now the Harlem River Drive, in northern Manhattan. The horses drive toward and pass camera on right; some people stand alongside the road watching. The view is from the Manhattan side of the river looking north; in background is an aqueduct /bridge (the "High Bridge"), and behind that is the George Washington Bridge. The wealthy Manhattanites seem to be enjoying their leisurely jaunt.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 5:57 - 7:00PM - Master Number 10909 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the second group of panelists. Representative McCollum, Conyers, Clinger, Schiff, Collins, Green and Jackson Lee pose questions to the various panelists. This round of questioning concludes, the chairmanship turns back over to Rep. Zeliff, and the third group of panelists to called forward. Congressman Barr is the only Representative who asks questions of the new panelists during this tape. 17:57:05 - 18:00:40 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 18:00:41 Chairman McCollum calls the Chamber back to order. He asks a question of Mr. Barber concerning his motivation for calling in the ATF. Mr. Barber states that the combination of the grenade casings and the explosive materials being received through the UPS prompted his office to call in the ATF on Koresh. Rep. McCollum then asks Mr. Barber about possible drug manufacturing at the compound, but Mr. Barber states his office wasn't concerned about possible drug manufacturing at that time. 18:03:51 Rep. Conyers begins his questioning by asking Mr. Thibideaux if the NRA contacted him about the hearings. He responds no. Rep. Conyers asks the same question of Mr. McMahon. He responds yes, and states that a Mr. Warner contacted him yesterday, meaning 07/18/1995. After making statements concerning the Exclusionary Rule, Rep. Conyers asks Mr. Duchamp about the validity of the search warrant. Mr. Duchamp states the warrant is valid. 18:10:08 Rep. Clinger asks Mr. McMahon if the NRA attempted to influence his sworn testimony. He replies no. 18:10:48 Rep. Schiff asks what subjects Mr. Thibideaux wanted to bring to the hearing's attention. He replies that in 1992 Texas authorities come and investigated the conditions of the compound's children, and found them to be in both good mental and physical condition. Mr. Thibideaux also states that following the Texas DCFS visit, Koresh invited officers from the local sheriff's office to visit the compound. Next, Mr. Thibideaux states angrily that the ATF issued a "knock" search warrant, but in doing so, used excessive and an unnecessary force. Mr. Thibideaux's main point is that Koresh repeatedly attempted to work positively with local law enforcement. 18:15:20 Mr. Conyers asks Mr. McMahon to present a written description of his association with the NRA. He says that he will consider doing so. Rep. Conyers then asks Mr. Thibideaux about Koresh saying, "Let's talk about this.," in reference to, his later testimony, in which he states that he was no where near Koresh at that time. How then, Rep. Conyers asks, was it possible for him to hear that remark. Mr. Thibideaux clarifies his remarks by stating that he was told that Koresh had made those remarks, but that, he himself, had never heard him speak those words. 18:16:44 Rep. Collins asks Mr. Jewel, in his own opinion, what Koresh would do if authorities ever came after him. He replies, that Koresh stated to him n a conversation that he would fight back if he was ever sought after. 18:17:53 Rep. Green asks Mr. McMahon about the grenades Koresh had ordered through the UPS, and then if it was possible for them to be converted into live ammunitions. Mr. McMahon agrees it is possible, but states he isn't qualified to answer the question. 18:19:07 Congresswoman Jackson Lee begins her questioning by asking Mr. Jewel to define Koresh's view of religion, or as she terms it, his cult. Mr. Jewel states religions push us to be everything that we can be. Koresh taught his followers to be obedient, to not think for them selves and to understand he was free to change his mind at any time. Rep. Jackson Lee then asks Mr. McMahon if he had ever visited the compound. He says that he has. She then asks about the children under the age of 5 years of age, and if Koresh was a licensed gun dealer. He states that he saw young children, but that no, Koresh was not a licensed dealer. She then asks Mr. McMahon to describe the extent of Koresh's gun collection. He states he sold Koresh about 223 guns. 18:21:42 - 18:23:47 Chairman McCollum works through various parliamentary inquiries from various Representatives, and then turns the Chairmanship back over to Representative Zeliff. 18:24:15 Chairman Zeliff calls the third panel forward to be sworn in. He introduces David Aguilera; ATF Special Agent, Chuck Sarafyn; former ATF Special Agent In Charge from Huston, Texas, Earl Dunagan; former ATF Special Agent In Charge from Houston, Texas, Bill Johnston; Assistant US Attorney in Waco, Texas, Dan Hartnett; former ATF Deputy Director For Enforcement, Ed Owen; ATF Firearms Expert, H. Jeffery Molton Junior; Project Director of the Treasure Department Review Team and Dr. Bruce Perry; Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavior Sciences at Baylor University Medical College in Waco, Texas. 18:27:24 Congressman. Barr begins his questioning by asking Mr. Johnston to define, "dynamic entry." Mr. Johnston replies that he is not familiar with the term, but theorizes its' meaning as, police activity involving a search warrant where those involved are not invited, and as a result, suffer injury. Rep. Barr then asks him if he believes the entry at Mount Carmel to be a dynamic entry. He replies that it was. Continuing, Rep. Barr asks a series of questions pertaining to the ATF's preparations prior to serving the search warrant to Koresh. Mr. Johnston replies he knew only a few details. Congressman Barr then asks him about the possibility there was a clover-up at Waco, and introduces three documents, reads from them and then asks Mr. Johnston to comment. Mr. Johnston states it's normal after a shooting incident for the ATF to create a Shooting Review Team in order to interview the agents involved, and that such a team was formed for Waco in early March of 1993. Continuing on, Mr. Johnston states that the ATF attempted to investigate itself, but such action would have been improper for several reasons. He ordered that the Texas Rangers complete the interviews of ATF Agents. Rep. Barr then asks a pointed question as to why the Federal Government deliberately directed that evidence not be gathered. Mr. Johnston clarifies his role in the investigation, but doesn't address the question. 18:45:14 Chairman Zeliff recesses the hearings. 18:59:09 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 7:00-8:03 PM - Master Number 10910 - INTRODUCTION; The following footage from the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the third group of panelists. Questions were presented from Representative Schumer and Ehrlich, and were directed to the following men: David Aguilera; ATF Special Agent, Chuck Saraben; former ATF Special Agent In Charge from Huston, Texas, Earl Dunagan; former ATF Special Agent In Charge from Houston, Texas, Bill Johnston; Assistant US Attorney in Waco, Texas, Ed Owen; ATF Firearms Expert and Dr. Bruce Perry; Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavior Sciences at Baylor University Medical College in Waco, Texas. 19:00:00 - 19:14:50 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 19:14:51 Chairman Zeliff calls the Chamber to order. 19:15:06 Congressman Schumer begins his 15-minute line of questioning by making a statement about the search warrant. He states that in recent House votes the Republican Party voted in favor of the Good Faith Rule, but are now contradicting their position by fussing over David Koresh's warrant not being perfect. Rep. Schumer then poses a question to Mr. Aguilleria by asking him to estimate how many warrants he has issued during his career, and if any have been dismissed. Mr. Aguilera states around 30 warrants, and that none of them have ever been questioned. Rep. Schumer then asks what provoked him to become involved with the Branch Davidians. Mr. Aguilera states that he was prompted by a call from the local Waco Sheriff's Department. Congressman Schumer then asks him if it is normal for people to order grenades and explosive chemicals. He stakes that it is not normal. Continuing on, Congressman Schumer asks Mr. Aguilera what else confirmed his suspicions about illegal armaments. He states that he interviewed former BD members, and the neighbor, a Mr. Schvinka, who had heard machine gunfire. Rep. Schumer turns then to Mr. Johnston, and asks him how many search warrants he has reviewed during his career. He states several hundred. Rep. Schumer then asks him if Mr. Aguilera's investigation was creditable. Mr. Johnston states it was sufficient enough for him to write the warrant that also included the findings of DCFS Agent, Ms. Sparks. Continuing on, Rep. Schumer asks Mr. Johnston about other evidence the search uncovered. Mr. Johnston shows several books that detail how to manufacture weapons. Rep. Schumer then turns to Mr. Owen, and asks him if he is an expert on firearms. Mr. Owen agrees that he is an expert. Congressman Schumer then asks him to describe his role in identifying the weapons seized from the compound. Mr. Owen replies he assisted the FBI and the Texas Rangers in the collection of evidence several days after the fire. Congressman Schumer asks one of the Texas Rangers sitting in the Chamber to show examples the converted weapons seized from Mount Carmel. Mr. Owen identifies the weapons, and details their conversion to rapid fire. Rep. Schumer then turns to Dr. Perry, and asks him about the 21 children who were released from the compound during the siege, and to specifically tell of the conditions they were exposed to, and if they understood who their families were. Dr. Perry states that he, and other experts, lived with the children for the two months after they were released to determine their condition. He details that children were groomed begin at the age of 4 to become sex objects. He goes on to state the children were also overtly physically abused, and that the statements made by Carrie Jewel paralleled his team's conclusions about the BD's belief system and ideas on suicide. Continuing on, Doctor Perry states that Mr. Thibideaux's testimony concerning the children is not accurate, because BD men were often isolated away from them. He also describes his team's testing of the childrens' heart rates, and discovered them to be abnormally high which signifies server anxiety and distress. 19:31:01 Congressman Ehrlich begins his questioning by asking Mr. Johnston about the details surrounding the ATF's use of a "dynamic entry." Mr. Johnston states he was not involved in the actually planning of the raid, only in the issuing of the search warrant. Rep. Ehrlich then asks Mr. Owen if the weapons used by the ATF in the raid were of military grade. Mr. Owen states the weapons were not of military grade. Mr. Sarabyn interjects to state that in an early request by the ATF to the National Guard, several Bradley Fighting Vehicles were asked for. Rep. Ehrlich then asks any of the panelists to comment on the loss of secrecy prior to the start of the raid. Mr. Dunagan replies by presenting a formula of event involving local Waco news outlets and the ATF. A culmination of negotiations between local papers and the ATF lead reporters from one newspaper to inform David Jones, a BD member and the Mount Carmel area mailman, who, in turn, tipped off David Koresh about the raid. Mr. Dunagan then poses the question as to what point was the element of surprise actually lost. Congressman Ehrlich presses Mr. Dunagan about how was it possible to have not known the element of surprise was lost when the media was on the scene prior to start of the raid. Mr. Dunagan states the ATF didn't recognize the fact the media was actually there. 19:45:50 Chairman Zeliff recesses the Chamber for two votes. 19:46:00 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 20:02:30 TAPE OUT.
News and Comics: Chicago Tribune III
00.05.53.- CU's label on an industrial paper roll; contains recycled fibers. 00.07.27.- panning tight LS's industrial paper rolls stacked high inside a warehouse; a crane lowers 8 rolls to floor. 00.10.13.- CU's gears of machine as section of paper passes through. MS finished newspapers stacked high. 00.11.27.- MS men stacking newspaper sections onto a dolly. MS papers travelling upwards on press. 00.12.37.- MS woman inspecting section stacks. MS's stacks sliding on chute, onto rollers; there they are papered. 00.14.05.- MS stacks rolling from bundling machine, onto rollers. MS's bundles traveling on conveyor belt. 00.14.56.- MS bundles being sorted into yellow buckets of an automated distribution machine. 00.16.31.- TLS's distribution warehouse. High angle tLS's industrial paper rolls stacked high in warehouse; a large crane lowers, grabs eight rolls by suction, hoists them high, then travels across numerous stacks and to the far end of the warehouse.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: 8:00-9:03PM - Master Number 10911 - INTRODUCTION: The following Waco Hearing footage consists of the questioning of the third group of panelists. The only Congressman to direct a line of questioning during this tape is Representative Brewster of Oklahoma. He directs questions to panelists David Aguilera; ATF Special Agent, Chuck Sarabyn; former ATF Special Agent In Charge from Huston, Texas, Earl Dunagan; former ATF Special Agent In Charge from Houston, Texas and Dan Hartnett; former ATF Deputy Director For Enforcement. 20:00:02 - 20:43:58 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 20:43:59 Chairman Zeliff is shown bring the Chamber back to order. 20:44:09 Congressman Brewster of Oklahoma begins his questioning by asking Mr. Dunagan if he requested the use of helicopters due to the possibility of a methamphetamine lab within the compound. Mr. Dunagan states his first contact with the National Guard was to obtain aerial photography information, but that he never stated the compound was a drug nexus. Congressman Brewster then asks Mr. Aguilera if he was the first ATF Agent to be contacted by the Waco Sheriff's Department. He replies that yes, he was the first. Rep. Brewster then asks Mr. Hartnett about the planning of the "dynamic entry." He replies that he approved the plan. Interjecting, Mr. Sarabyn states that several Special Agents In Charge worked together in devising the entry plan. Congressman Brewster then asks if David Koresh went to town on a regular base. Mr. Sarabyn replies that yes, but regardless of that fact, the search warrant was still needed in order to apprehend other BD members who were involved in the manufacturing of guns. Rep. Brewster then asks Mr. Sarabyn if there were other charismatic leaders besides Koresh within the ranks of the BD, and then asks why Koresh wasn't arrested out side of the compound. He replies there were other leaders, but not on the level of Koresh, and then states the ATF feared retaliation or possibly mass suicide from Koresh's followers if he was taken from them. Mr. Aguilera interjects to add Koresh was seen outside the compound on two occasions. Rep. Brewster then asks when the planning for the raid began. Again, Mr. Sarabyn replies. He states the planning began in December for a siege, but that the planning for the dynamic entry began in January. He details the planning and then mentions the various concerns the ATF had. Rep. Brewster then asks about the use of Special Response Teams. Mr. Sarabyn states the teams are used in only high-risk situations, like the Mount Carmel raid. Congressman Brewster then asks why the ATF didn't strike at dawn, and then about the use of flash grenades. Replying again, Mr. Sarabyn states there were concerns over the amount of sunlight within the compound if a raid was made at dawn, and that the use of grenades were meant as distraction devices. Congressman Brewster then turns to Mr. Hartnett and asks him about the role the press played the day of the raid. Mr. Hartnett discusses how the ATF had asked the local Waco newspapers to keep silent about the raid, and the role a Ms. Wheelman played in tipping off Koresh off about the raid. Rep. Brewster then asks Mr. Hartnett what reformers have been instituted to make sure a repeat of Waco does not occur. He states that he is now retired, and although he recognizes mistakes were made, he fails to mention if any reforms have been made. Continuing on, Rep. Brewster asks a series of additional questions of Mr. Hartnett pertaining to the use of National Guard helicopters. Mr. Hartnett states the helicopters were sent from the Texas Air National Guard crafts by order of the Governor of Texas, and that the ATF received special mock situation training at Fort Hood concerning their handling of the raid and how to use the helicopters. He also states the Army gave recommendations to better the ATF's plan of attack. Rep. Brewster then asks who gave the go ahead call once the element of surprise was lost. Mr. Sarabyn states that he made the call. 21:02:35 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: Roll - In #1 - Reel - Master Number 10913 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings is work footage that shows the opening statements of the following Representatives and a single panelist. Black dead space airs between each statement, and the statements are not shown in their entirety. Consult Master Numbers 10902 and 10903 for all descriptions. 00:59:45 Representatives Zeliff, McCollum, Schumer, Hyde, Lantos and Watt are shown. 01:22:18 Panelist Reavis is shown. 01:29:28 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 1
WACO HEARINGS: Roll - In #2 - Reel - Master Number 10914 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of work clips derived from Master Number 10903. Black space lies in-between each statement made by the following Representatives. Consult Master Number 10903 for all descriptions. 01:00:02 Representatives Lantos, Zeliff, Schumer, Hyde and Conyers are shown presenting segments of their opening speeches. 01:13:39 TAPE OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 2
WACO HEARINGS: 9:29 - 10:32AM - Master Number 10915 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage from the second day of the Waco Hearings begins by showing various Congressmen and women giving their opening statements. Additional coverage shows a debate between Democratic and Republican Representatives over the involvement of the National Rife Association in the planning of the Hearings. No testimony has been given by any panelists thus far. 09:29:31 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess prior to commencement. 09:42:45 Republican Congressmen McCollum and Zeliff are shown briefing the press core about the Hearings first day, and about the second day's schedule. Next, Democratic Congressman Schumer gives his party's briefing to the press. 09:47:12 Chairman McCollum brings the Chamber back to order, and gives an overview of the coming day. 09:50:05 Rep. Buyer gives his party's opening statement. 09:53:33 Mr. Taylor makes a point of parliamentary inquiry concerning additional witnesses he wants brought before the Chamber. After Chairman McCollum responds, Mr. Conyers addresses the concerns of Mr. Taylor. 09:55:15 Congressmen Schumer begins his party's opening statement. 09:58:07 Congressmen Zeliff beings his opening statement. 10:03:20 Congresswoman Thurman begins her opening statement. 10:04:26 Chairman McCollum begins to proceed with the Hearings. Rep. Lantos interject, because of outstanding concerns over the involvement of National Rifle Association. In support of Rep. Lantos, Congressmen Schumer and Conyers also speak to his concerns. 10:15:53 Congressman Hyde retaliates against the Democrats complaints. 10:19:08 Rep. Conyers responds to Congressmen Hyde's points. The two men then debate over the possible tainting of the Hearings by the NRA. 10:21:00 Rep Buyer interjects against the Democrat's concerns, followed by Mr. Clinger. 10:25:31 Congressman Schumer then retaliates against the Republican backlash. 10:28:32 Congressman Watt voices his concern over the structuring of the Hearings, and how the Republicans have blocked fare and equal representation of the Democratic perspective. 10:32:00 TAPE OUT.
Focus on the 20s
Focus on the 20s. The end of World War One, the return of our military servicemen, Warren G Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Teapot Dome Scandal, Scopes Monkey Trial, Sacco & Vanzetti, the resurgence of the Ku Klux Klan, Hebert Hoover, Prohibition, and mass price speculation leading to the Wall Street Crash.
Focus on the 70s - The Nixon Years - PT1
Focus on the 70s - The Nixon Years - PT1: A look back at the Cold War events and personalities that led to open & hostile escalation of American military intervention in Southeast Asia, 1970, culminating with the Inauguration of Richard Nixon. Both color & B&W footage included.
TV Broadcast of Apollo 11 Moon Landing
01.00.00.00... static tLS of the Eagle on the moon, astronauts BUZZ ALDRIN and NEIL ARMSTRONG lumbering about in their space suits, collecting samples of lunar surface. Audio of TV reporter commentary intertwining w/ conversations between Houston (mission control) and the astronauts. The astronauts plant a 3X5" American flag, then pose for pictures beside it. TV reporters insist the flag-planting is not colonial in nature, that it simply states presence. Astronauts "kangaroo hop" towards stationary camera. 01.10.15.00.... COLOR. Split-screen of President RICHARD M. NIXON in Washington DC conversing with the astronauts. Nixon (screen left) sits at desk in Oval Office and speaks on a green telephone: I JUST CAN'T TELL YOU HOW PROUD WE ALL ARE OF WHAT YOU HAVE DONE. FOR EVERY AMERICAN THIS HAS TO BE THE PROUDEST DAY OF OUR LIVES. AND FOR PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD, I AM SURE THAT THEY TOO JOIN WITH AMERICANS IN RECOGNIZING WHAT AN IMMENSE FEAT THIS IS. BECAUSE OF WHAT YOU HAVE DONE, THE HEAVENS HAVE BECOME A PART OF MAN'S WORLD. AND AS YOU TALK TO US FROM THE SEA OF TRANQUILITY IT INSPIRES US TO REDOUBLE OUR EFFORTS TO BRING PEACE AND TRANQUILITY TO EARTH. FOR ONE PRICELESS MOMENT IN ALL THE HISTORY OF MAN, ALL THE PEOPLE ON THIS EARTH ARE TRULY ONE... astronauts reply, Nixon thanks them again and wishes them a safe return, then hangs up. End split-screen. At 01.12.14 Astronauts resume gathering bulk samples of moon rock. TV reporters resume commentary. Armstrong talks to Houston about poor visibility phenomenon (due to sun's glare on visor). At 01.17.35 Armstrong describes the surface of the moon. At 01.26.00 the TV reporter instructs the audience how to take still pictures from the TV (using specifics for f-stop and stock); describes how to avoid capturing the scrolling black bar phenomenon while the astronauts continue collecting raw moon rock samples. At 01.31.00 one of the astronauts reports an unusual small white object, gives Houston its coordinates. At 01.34.00 Aldrin gives observations of structural damage to the Eagle landing craft. The astronauts finish collections, pack them up, prepare to re-enter capsule. At 01.41.00 Houston comments on the lack of surface penetration of the capsule's heavy pads; the astronauts continue inspecting the lunar capsule before boarding.
Welding a Big Ring, 1904
Team of metalworkers forge-welding a big ring using fire and both mechanical and manual hammers. Filmed at the Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Co. in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The ring may be part of a generator. FOR BACKGROUND INFO SEE NOTE IN "MORE INFO"
Machine Co. Aisle
A camera on an overhead crane travels very slowly down a large, long aisle at Westinghouse Machine Co. where men are shown working on large machinery on either side. Carts carrying equipment are shown traveling on rails down the aisles. There are also men walking in the aisles.
President Nixon's Speech to the Nation Regarding Vietnam
Address to the Nation on Progress Toward Peace in Vietnam. Richard M Nixon addresses the nation from his presidential estate in San Clemente.