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"The Skyscrapers of New York" Melodrama w/ actualities
Turn of the century melodrama titled "The Skyscrapers of New York" w/ action woven in and around the actual construction of a NYC skyscraper!
Penn Station Tunnel Excavation
Pennsylvania Tunnel Excavation High angle shot of narrow-gauge train used to haul debris from the tunnels under construction. Slow panning shot of excavation site of New York's Pennsylvania Station & tunnel system; from same vantage point as last shot. Train tracks, construction site, steam locomotives, workers.
Waco Hearings - DAY 6
WACO HEARINGS: 12:00 - 1:03PM - Master Number 10966 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the thirteenth group of panelists. The panelists are: Peter Smerick; former FBI Special Agent, Jim Cavanaugn; ATF Special Agent who was present at Waco on February 28th and who initially began negotiations with the Davidians, Byron Sage; Supervisor Special Resident Agent In Charge at the Austin office and lead negotiator during the 51-day standoff, Gary Nowster; Supervisor Special Agent at the FBI Academy at Quantico Army Base and Negotiations Supervisor at Waco, Jeffery Jamar; FBI Special Agent in Charge at the San Antonio office and overall FBI Commander at Waco and Mr. Ronald McCarthy; former officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. Questions, and or statements are presented to the panelists from Representative Blute. 12:00:19 Old footage from Master Number 10965 shows the Congressional Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 12:03:20 Fresh footage shows the Congressional Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 12:55:50 Chairman McCollum brings the Sub-Committee Chamber back to order. 12:56:12 Congressman Blute begins his time by asking Agent Jamar if he regularly received memorandums from Mr. Smerick concerning the negotiations. He replies that he did, and is then asked about a March 2nd memo that advised using the local Waco sheriff in the negotiations. Agent Jamar adds that the sheriff was already actively involved with negotiations at that point, and was proving to be extremely useful in relating to, and talk with, Koresh. Pressing the issue, Congressman Blute asks Agent Jamar why he didn't listen to Mr. Samerick's recommendations in a March 2nd memo concerning the use of pressure tactics. He answers that nothing provocative occurred until the 15th of March. Turning to Mr. Smerick, Rep. Blute asks him if he would consider operating Bradley Fighting Vehicles close to the compound a hostile action. He replies that such action wouldn't necessarily be seen as provocative, rather an additional source of stress. Returning to Agent Jamar, Rep. Blute inquires of the decision to cut electrical power to the compound. He replies that power was cut off on March 9th and 10th as a means of causing stress, as a means to use up the Davidian's fuel resources and as a moral booster for ATF and FBI Agents. Pressing the issue, Congressman Blute asks if the playing of chants and the sound of rabbits being slaughtered was an escalation of this behavior, and if Mr. Smerick had advised these actions to take place. Agent Jamar replies that these actions didn't take place until March 22nd, and that Mr. Smerick had only mentioned them as possible alternative to current actions. Turning then to Agent Sage, Rep. Blute states that while negotiators were attempting to cool the situation, tactical officers were trying to heat it up. He then asks him if he would consider this helpful. (The tape ends before he replies.) 13:02:00 TAPE OUT.
Buffalo Bill's Wild West Parade
Buffalo Bill's Wild West Parade on Fifth Avenue, New York. Grainy shot of the head of Wild West Parade, many Caucasian and African-American children running alongside parade in FG, toward & past cam; at the head of the parade are numerous American Indian (Native American) braves on horses. Other parade participants include cowboys, mounted soldiers in United States Cavalry uniform, stagecoaches, and more Indians in full regalia. At 00:36:45, Buffalo Bill (William F. Cody) can be seen on horseback in the parade, surrounded by large crowd marching alongside him; he doffs his hat to the off-street crowd.
Funeral Procession for Last 1812 Veteran
Military funeral procession for Hiram Cronk, the last U.S. veteran of the War of 1812, who died at age 105. Shot of crowded Brooklyn street, people watching the parade; a military marching band heads procession; large group of uniformed U.S. Army infantry soldiers wearing campaign hats marching with shoulderbound rifles; New York police officers on horses; honor guard precede the hearse, which is drawn by four black horses & escorted by Union Army Civil War veterans coming down a fairly narrow city street lined with onlookers. Cut to shot U.S. Marine marching band performing, filing by camera, followed by Marines in dress uniforms marching with shoulderbound rifles, followed by naval admirals & officers, followed by funeral carriage; the carriage stops while group of elderly Union Army Civil War veterans pass by in FG.
Parade of NYC Street Sweepers
"White Wings on Review." Rows of men wearing the white uniforms of New York City street sweepers (known as White Wings) march by the camera; each row has a police escort. There are several hundred workers marching in this parade of street cleaners representing one district. Immediately following the marching men come approximately a hundred horse-drawn two-wheel small carts for hauling garbage. Impressive display of a city's sanitation might.
New York Police Parade, June 1st, 1899
New York Police Department's annual parade and inspection, held at a crowded Union Square. New York's finest walk, ride horses or bicycles in procession. A fancifully unformed marching band follows soon after, but before they can turn the bend, a slew of spectators-- some of them women holding umbrellas to shield their pale feaures from the sun-- walk into the street for a better listen, in the process closing off the width of the parade route. Following the marching band are orderly rows of uniformed police officers marching, looking very neat in their white gloves and helmets.
Parade of Retired Firemen
Parade of 'Exempt' Firemen" in Washington Square Park (Greenwich Village). LS/TLS color guard followed by 12-15 rows of elderly firemen wearing khaki overcoats & pointed fire helmets marching, pulling antique fire equipment through the Washington Arch (which was designed by Stanford White and completed in 1895 to commemorate the first inauguration of George Washington).
Fireboat "New Yorker" in Action
Fireboat "New Yorker" in Action Demonstration by the fireboat "New Yorker" with all its nozzles spurting water in all directions as it goes back and forth in front of the camera in New York Harbor.
Pilot boats in NY Harbor
Pilot boats in NY Harbor A New York harbor pilot boat passes close enough for four members of the crew to be seen. Following the sailing vessel is a steamship. A close view of an eighty footer, schooner rigged, trim as a private yacht, skimming over the waters of the harbor near Robin's Reef, a little lighthouse is seen in the near background.
Waco Hearings - DAY 6
WACO HEARINGS: 2:00 - 3:03PM - Master Number 10968 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the thirteenth group of panelists. They are: Peter Smerick; former FBI Special Agent, Jim Cavanaugn; ATF Special Agent who was present at Waco on February 28th and who initially began negotiations with the Davidians, Byron Sage; Supervisor Special Resident Agent In Charge at the Austin office and lead negotiator during the 51-day standoff, Gary Nesner; Supervisor Special Agent at the FBI Academy at Quantico Army Base and Negotiations Supervisor at Waco, Jeffery Jamar; FBI Special Agent in Charge at the San Antonio office and overall FBI Commander at Waco and Mr. Ronald McCarthy; former officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. Questions, and or statements are presented to the panelists from Representatives: Taylor, Shadegg, Condit, Lofgren and Bryant. 14:00:02 Old footage from Master Number 10967 shows Mr. Smerick answering a question presented by Congressman Taylor. It concerns the possibility Koresh may have intended to surrender. 14:01:44 Fresh footage shows the panelists responding to Congressman Taylor's question of whether or not the killing of the four ATF Agents was justified. All the panelists replies no in their own ways. 14:05:01 Congressman Shadegg begins his time by asking Agent Sage about a report he authored. It details Attorney General Janet Reno's position on the use of gas, the claim no were Davidians released as the result of the negotiations and how Koresh was dishonest about the writing of the Seven Seals. He replies that not all the statements are true. Continuing on, he details how Koresh only let certain children go who were not of his lineage or those followers who served him no purpose. Keeping with Agent Sage, Rep. Shadegg next asks if he told Mr. Hubble about the Dagaret and Zimmermann surrender plan. He replies that he reported to Mr. Hubble that negotiations were at an impasse, but at no time concluded that the establishment peace was infeasible. Agent Sage is then asked if he considered the lawyers' surrender plan a breakthrough. He replies that it was not original, and is then asked if the Davidians were warned about the second raid. Agent Sage replies by first stating that no additional hostages were released after March 2nd and that those children who remained were Koresh's biological offspring. Continuing on, he assets that two core questions had been asked by negotiators to all the followers that they spoke with. The first was, "Are you there voluntarily." And the second, "Can you make arrangements to come out." In each instance, Agent Sage states, followers stated they were remaining in the compound by their own free will. He then tells how he made announcements over the PA system warning the Davidians about the tear gas. Agent Jamar interjects to add that the negotiators did everything possible to resolve the situation, but affirms that it was ultimately Koresh who sealed the fate of his followers. 14:20:39 Congressman Condit begins his time by asking if consideration was given to the possibility that the Davidians would turn to mass suicide and fire as a means of ending the siege, or rather, fulfilling Koresh's prophecy. Agent Sage states that the Davidians leaders were flatly asked if they intend to commit suicide, and that they're primary response was no. Agent Jamar interjects to detail the FBI's fire plan. Continuing on, Agent Jamar tells how when fire did break out on April 29th, he did not allow firefighters access to the compound for fear the Davidians would open fire on them. Interjecting, Mr. McCarthy states that it was difficult to know which Davidian prophecy was going to materialize. 14:26:44 Congresswoman Lofgren begins her time by describing the 1990 incident where Koresh was involved in transporting an under aged girl across state lines from California to Texas for the purposes of taking her as his wife. She then asks why the FBI never involved itself with the case, and why the agency chose to wait until things escalated to the level they did in 1993. Agent Jamar replies that the incident was never reported to the FBI, and that it is an example of a child "fallen through the cracks." 14:30:52 Congressman Bryant begins his time by asking Mr. Smerick about Ron Douglas's recommendations for his fifth report. He replies that Mr. Douglas was his boss at the time, and had reported to him that FBI leadership was starting to believe that negotiations were beginning to "tie their hands." Continuing on, Mr. Smerick asserts that Mr. Douglas noted Director Sessions was personally unhappy with the negotiations. Turing then to Agent Jamar, Congressman Bryant asks who made the decision to use CS-Gas. He replies that the possibility of gas being used had always been part of the operation's core plan. Continuing on, he asserts that he initially suggested its' use and that approval eventually came from Washington. Rep. Bryant then why April 19th was the date chosen for the second raid. Agent Jamar answers that at the time he had concerns over the possibility of a breakout and how the situation was growing increasingly unsafe. He then tells how April 19th had good weather compared to many of the days prior. Turning to Agent Sage, Rep. Bryant asks if he gave any warning to the Davidians immediately prior to the introduction of the gas. He states that repeated warnings were given throughout the morning, and then asserts that all the Davidians had to do to prevent the attack was to give a sign that they intended to surrender. 14:38:17 Chairman McCollum recesses the Sub-Committee Chamber due to a series of votes. 14:38:32 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 15:02:17 TIME OUT.
As Dreams Come True - PT1
Silent corporate industrial film regarding the life and times of the Ford Motor Company. This section features a really cool historical recreation chronicling Henry Ford's childhood. Though it was filmed on location at Greenfield Village (living history museum campus) using authentic Ford buildings (including his childhood home), this footage is a great representation of any small-town boy growing up on a farm.
The Ford Age - PT 1
Silent corporate industrial film produced by and for the Ford Motor Company, 1923. Beautiful archival footage documenting the multifaceted innovation of Henry Ford including: auto assembly,, coal mining, lumber & recycling.
President McKinley Takes Oath of Office
"President McKinley taking the oath." This film records President McKinley taking the oath of office. Shot from before ceremony, showing the patriotic decorations and seating arrangements prepared for the spectators and witnesses on the steps of the Capitol. Closer view (still LS) of black draped balcony as Chief Justice Melville W. Fuller administers oath of office, holding a Bible. The film ends as the newly inaugurated president begins his speech.
Opening of the Pan-American Exposition
At the Opening of the Pan-American Exposition Vice-President Theodore Roosevelt leads a procession of dignitaries in a procession; They come walking in a long line, down the middle of a wide avenue, past some huge columns. The procession turns in front of camera and walks off to rt. MS 5 military men on horseback ride past as crowds watch; they are followed by a marching band, then 4th Brigade, National Guard, New York. From notes in contemporary Edison catalogue: "The participants in the head of the parade are made up of distinguished people, such as Senator Hanna, of Ohio, Senator Gallinger, of New Hampshire, Governor Odell, of New York, and Mr. Conrad Biehl, Mayor of Buffalo. The military division of the parade is headed by Louis Babcock, Grand Marshal of the Exposition parade, followed by his aides, Lyman M. Bass, Dr. John A. Smith, Sherman R. Hall, Dr. Harry Meade, Evan Hollister, Frederick DeP. Townsend, Robert W. Pomeroy, Henry Robbas, Captain H.A. Bull, James McC. Mitchell, Roland Crangle, George W. Gillette, Edward M. Mills. These are followed by the first division, consisting of the 71st Regiment Band, Brigadier General S. L. Welch, commanding the 4th Brigade, N.G.N.Y., and staff. This picture was taken on the official opening day, May 20th, when there were 106,000 people on the grounds, and the picture is greatly enhanced by the great crowds passing to and fro. "
Waco Hearings - DAY 6
WACO HEARINGS: 3:00 - 4:03PM - Master Number 10969 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the thirteenth group of panelists. They are: Peter Smerick; former FBI Special Agent, Jim Cavanaugn; ATF Special Agent who was present at Waco on February 28th and who initially began negotiations with the Davidians, Byron Sage; Supervisor Special Resident Agent In Charge at the Austin office and lead negotiator during the 51-day standoff, Gary Nesner; Supervisor Special Agent at the FBI Academy at Quantico Army Base and Negotiations Supervisor at Waco, Jeffery Jamar; FBI Special Agent in Charge at the San Antonio office and overall FBI Commander at Waco and Mr. Ronald McCarthy; former officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. Questions, and or statements are presented to the panelists from Representatives: Brewster, McCollum and Lantos. 15:00:02 Old footage from Master Number 10968 shows the Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 15:03:02 New footage shows the Sub-Committee Chamber in recess. 15:28:02 Chairman McCollum brings the Congressional Sub-Committee Chamber back to order. 15:28:23 Congressman Brewster begins his time by asking Agent Jamar the first in a series of question; when was the plan for the second raid was made, and why was April 19th chosen for its' execution date. He replies the plan was designed in late March, and approved on April 17th, but doesn't state why the 19th was selected. Rep. Brewster then asks if the negotiations played an important role during the last days of the siege. Agent Jamar replies yes, because negotiators were still looking for a sign that Koresh would surrender. Congressman Brewster then asks Agent Jamar how much food Koresh had stockpiled. He answers enough to last about 2 or 3 years. Agent Jamar is then asked if the FBI used tapes of rabbits being slaughtered as a pressure tactic. He replies yes, and adds that such tactics began on March 22nd. Congressman Brewster then asks what waiting another 10, 20 or 60 days would have lost. Agent Jamar replies that the FBI wanted to retain control of the situation, and asserts to do that they needed to use gas to prevent a breakout or a mass suicide from occurring. Continuing on, Agent Jamar states that as time passed, Koresh's control over the situation increased, and so did his chances for fulfilling his prophecy. Rep. Brewster then states that the Texas Rangers were not too pleased with the way you (Agent Jamar) treated them. He then asks him if he realized their discontent. Agent Jamar replies by stating that the Texas Rangers had legitimate complaints against him, but asserts that he attempted to reconcile the situation as best he could. 15:36:03 Chairman McCollum begins his time by asking Agent Jamar to describe the sanitation conditions inside the compound. He replies by detailing how human waist was disposed of and that there was only one running water tap in the entire compound. Pressing the issue, Congressman McCollum asks if any disease resulted from the conditions. He replies no. Turning then to Agent Sage, Rep. McCollum asks if Koresh's position changed from being god and having to be a martyr to that of only being a messenger from god on, or about, April 14th. He replies yes. Pressing the issue Congressman McCollum asks Agent Sage if he conveyed this development to Mr. Hubbell, or anyone in the Justice Department, prior to April 19th. He replies by detailing the content of his memos drafted for Mr. Hubbell, but fails to directly answer the question. Congressman McCollum repeats the question, and then Agent Sage answers no. Interjecting, Agent Jamar states that the Attorney General was made aware of the offer, and had one of her officers contact a field negotiator about it. Correcting Agent Jamar, Chairman McCollum asserts that the question was, did you personally call Mr. Hubbell, the Attorney General, any at the Justice Department or the White House about the change in Koresh's attitude before the April 19th assault. He replies that he personally never made such a communication. 15:47:16 Congressman Lantos begins his time by stating there have been three primary approaches in these hearings. They are: proving that there is a vast government conspiracy surrounding Waco, identifying the kind and nature of the mistakes that occurred at Waco and connecting Waco to the Jones Town Massacre. He then invites the panelists to comment on the connection Waco has with the Jones Town Massacre. Agent Jamar replies that Waco is another Jones Town, in the sense that, it involved a charismatic leader. Continuing on, he states that Koresh was deeply concerned with having his followers die in his name, but not necessarily he himself dying with them. Mr. Nesner responds that the connection Waco made with Jones Town was often discussed with Koresh during negotiations. Mr. McCarthy replies by telling how a young congressman had flown to Jones Town in an attempt to remedy the situation, and was murdered. Continuing on, he asserts that although that congressman may have provoked the situation, he was not responsible for the deaths that occurred, just like the FBI is not responsible for the deaths that occurred at Waco. Agent Cavanaugn replies by first stating that there are no risk free decisions in negotiations, and then asserts that negotiation strategies need to be strengthened. Continuing on, he states that during the planning of the initial raid, ATF Agents were very concerned about botching the raid and having critics label it another "Jones Town." Mr. Smerick answers by stating that at Waco there was a charismatic leader whose followers were willing to give up their family, children and freedom, therefore, a behavioral parallel connection can be made between Jones Town and Waco. Agent Sage responds by stating he agrees with the other panelists' comments. 15:57:52 Chairman McCollum recesses the Sub-Committee Chamber due to a vote. 15:57:58 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 16:02:08 TIME OUT.
Waco Hearings - DAY 6
WACO HEARINGS: 5:00 - 6:03PM - Master Number 10971 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of questioning of the thirteenth group of panelists, in addition to, the introduction of the fourteenth group and their opening statements. The panelists of the thirteenth panel are: Peter Smerick; former FBI Special Agent, Jim Cavanaugn; ATF Special Agent who was present at Waco on February 28th and who initially began negotiations with the Davidians, Byron Sage; Supervisor Special Resident Agent In Charge at the Austin office and lead negotiator during the 51-day standoff, Gary Nesner; Supervisor Special Agent at the FBI Academy at Quantico Army Base and Negotiations Supervisor at Waco, Jeffery Jamar; FBI Special Agent in Charge at the San Antonio office and overall FBI Commander at Waco and Mr. Ronald McCarthy; former officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. Questions, and or statements are presented to the panelists from Representatives Zeliff and McCollun. 17:00:02 Old footage from Master Number 10970 shows Agent Jamar answering a question from Congresswoman Jackson-Lee concerning the escape routes made for the Davidians. 17:01:55 Fresh footage shows Congressman Zeliff beginning his time by asking Agent Sage if there was a surrender agreement agreed to by Koresh that was facilitated by the defense lawyers, and made aware to the Texas Rangers and Agent Jamar. Agent Sage asserts that there was never an actual agreement made on April 15th. Pressing the issue, Rep. Zeliff asks if negotiators kept an open mind at the end of the siege, or was the gas plan "going to be the deal." Agent Sage states that there had been no demonstrated action on the part of Koresh to make the negotiators believe his April 14th promise of surrender. He then restates how the agreement was not the big issue that the hearings are making it out to be. Interjecting, Agent Jamar states this agreement was made immediately after Koresh mislead negotiators and Mr. Dagaret about Passover. Continuing on, Agent Jamar asserts that Mr. Dagaret was used to winning his cases, and made false reports attempting to make the agreement look more like a breakthrough than it truly was. Congressman Zeliff then asks if negotiators ever told the woman and children inside the compound that negotiations had come to an end, and that gas was going to be used. Agent Jamar states that the FBI acted on the premise that CS-Gas was not deadly. Agent Sage answers the question by stating that the Texas Rangers had agreed that Koresh and his followers were not going to come out. He then tells how Mr. Schneider threw the compound's only telephone out the window, but then asserts that negotiators remained willing to continue with the talks regardless of that development. Rep. Zeliff then restates his question to Agent Sage since he failed to answer it. He then replies that the Davidians were told over the phone, and the PA system, of the of gas. 17:27:35 Chairman McCollun excuses the thirteenth panel. 17:29:25 Chairman McCollun introduces the fourteenth group of panelists. They are: Doctor Allen Stone; Professor of Law and Psychiatry at Harvard University, Doctor William Marcus; Senior Science Advisor for the Office of Science and Technology at the Environmental Protection Agency, Doctor Paul Rice; Medical Doctor and Pathologist for the Chemical Defense Establishment in Salisbury, England, Doctor David Upshaw; Toxicologist for the Chemical Defense Establishment in Salisbury, England, Doctor George Uhlig; Professor of Chemistry and Mathematics at the College of Eastern Utah and Vice President of Research for Thurmic Laboratories in New York City and Mr. Haze Parks; Special Assistant to the Judge Advocate General of the Army and expert in International Law as it relates to the military. Congressman McCollun then swears the panelists in. 17:33:16 Doctor Uhlig begins his opening statement. He details the following aspects of CS-Gas: its' history, delivery methods and affects. He also discusses the amount of gas used at Waco. 17:44:25 Doctor Upshaw begins his and Doctor Rice's joint opening statement. He details the history and affects of CS-Gas, in addition to, discussing the concentration and dosage levels experienced at Waco. He concludes that the CS-Gas did not cause the deaths of the Davidians. 17:51:49 Doctor Marcus begins his opening statement. He details the flammability of CS-Gas, in addition to, discussing its' affects on children. His statement to cut off near its' end. 18:02:10 TIME OUT.
POP Goes The Country No. 206
Freddie Hart "Sexy" Mickey Gilley "Bouquet of Roses" Crystal Gayle "This is My Year for Mexico" Freddie Hart "The First Time" Mickey Gilley "Sweet Honky Tonk Wine" Crystal Gayle "Beyond You" Freddie Hart "Easy Lovin'" (01.24.38) Mickey Gilley, Crystal Gayle and Freddie Hart "San Antonio Rose" (credit roll over the end of the song)
POP Goes The Country Show # 216
Dolly Parton "The Seeker" Cal Smith "She Talked A Lot About Texas" Dolly Parton "Do I Ever Cross Your Mind" Jan Howard "Rock Me Back to Little Rock" Cal Smith "Drinking Champagne" Jan Howard "You'll Never Know" 01.24.16 Dolly Parton "I Will Always Love You"
Iran-Contra Hearings - Testimony of Colonel Oliver North.
Iran-Contra Hearings - Testimony of Colonel Oliver North. Senator George Mitchell (D - Maine) questions North. He mentions the Fall Guy scheme concerning Colonel North.
Iran-Contra Hearings - Testimony of Colonel Oliver North.
Iran-Contra Hearings - Testimony of Colonel Oliver North. Representative Dante Fascell (D - Florida) gives a statement to and about North. He mentions the Fall Guy scheme concerning Colonel North.
Waco Hearings - DAY 7
WACO HEARINGS: 1:15 - 1:55AM - Master Number 10982 - INTRODUCTION: The following footage of the Waco Hearings consists of the questioning of the fifteenth group of panelists. They are: Larry Potts; Former Assistant Director of the FBI's Criminal Investigation Division, Jeffery Jamar; FBI Special Agent in Charge at the San Antonio office and overall FBI Commander at Waco, Byron Sage; FBI Supervisor Special Resident Agent In Charge at the Austin office and lead negotiator during the 51-day standoff, Anthony Bets; FBI Unit Chief of Domestic Terrorism and CS-Gas researcher for the Attorney General, Dick Rogers; FBI Special In Charge and Leader of the FBI's Hostage Rescue Team and Doctor Harry Salem; Chief Scientists for Life Sciences at the US Army Chemical and Biological Defense Command. Questions, and or statements are presented to the panelists from Representatives: McCollum, Taylor, Buyer and Barr. 13:15:01 Old footage from Master Number 10981 shows Congressman McCollum asking Mr. Rogers if FBI Agents had grown tired by the end of the siege. 13:19:50 Fresh footage shows Congressman Taylor asking the panelists if Koresh used his followers as human shields. Agent Sage replies yes. Rep. Taylor then makes several unpointed statements before asking the panelists if there is anything they have seen, heard or read which justifies the killing of the four ATF Agents and the wounding of the additional 20. All reply no. 13:23:50 Congressman Buyer begins his time by asking Agent Jamar what physically happened to the letter that was written by Koresh which was brought from the compound by Mr. Dagaret. He replies it was faxed to Washington. Congressman Buyer then makes several comments about the negotiation audiotapes, and then asks Agent Sage if negotiators were briefed about developments heard via surveillance taps. He replies there were daily briefings, in addition to, incident reports that would be filed if significant developments arose during the day. Turning then to Mr. Potts, Rep. Buyer asks if Mr. Hubbell requested that he, or the President, approve any shifts in negotiations and if the President knew the siege was scheduled to end through the insertion of CS-Gas. He replies no. 13:29:02 Congressman Barr begins his time by asking Mr. Potts if a document in question is part of the operations plan. He replies no. Rep. Barr then asks Doctor Salem if CS-Gas can cause symptoms similar to asphyxia. He replies yes, adding if levels are high. Doctor Salem is then asked if chemicals resulting from the fire and CS-Gas can combine together to create toxic substances. He replies yes, and is then asked if such chemicals could have prohibited individuals from exiting the compound. He replies yes. 13:35:00 Congressman McCollum begins his time by stating Doctor Salem has not been published on the issue of CS-Gas. He then asks Mr. Rogers if FBI Agents could have stayed on the scene for additional weeks without becoming tired. He replies physically yes, but adds their skills would have been degraded. Pressing the issue, Congressman McCollum inquires how long troops could have lasted. He replies a few more weeks. Turning then to Mr. Potts, Rep. McCollum asks if he thought it was probable the Davidians would fire on the gas insertion tank. He replies yes, and then states changes were made to significantly reduce that risk. Rep. McCollum then asks Agent Sage if he conveyed the full message of April 14th's developments to Mr. Hubbell concerning the Dagaret and Zimmermann plan as it related Koresh's change in attitude. He replies all developments were discussed, and then reasserts how the plan has been "blown way out of proportion." Agent Jamar adds that the FBI concluded the plan as being insincere after consulting with outside experts. 13:47:10 Chairman Zeliff recesses the hearings for the day after hearing a few points of inquiry. 13:48:02 The Sub-Committee Chamber is shown in recess. 13:51:22 TIME OUT.
News and Comics: American Color II
01.00.30.- MS's & CU's worker taping full-size B&W Dick Tracy comic strip to light board; scans it into a computer. 01.06.46.- MS's worker taking strip from light board to scanner. CU strip being fed into scanner. 01.10.10.- MS's of a blond middle aged woman sitting at Macintosh computer; works at coloring a scanned Dick Tracy strip; consults a full-size color guide nearby. CU's toolbars & enlarged panels on screen as she works on strip. More MS's woman working at computer terminal. CU's keyboard and mouse being used. CU program screens. 01.23.03.- ECU's screen, B&W images of Dick Tracy and his cohorts embroiled in the story. CU's panels as she colors them in, sometimes mixing colors; does touchup work on outlines, also.
McKinley's Funeral Procession Entering Cemetery
The funeral procession of President William McKinley entering Westlawn Cemetery in Canton, Ohio. (McKinley was shot by an assassin on the 6th of Sept, 1901.) Shot from entrance to cemetery as the Black Horse Cavalry, Troop A, of Cleveland, Ohio, approaches, executing a right wheel as they turn into the cemetery gate. Two rows of men in dark suits and hats walk in the procession, then a few carriages. 01:21:29 Then comes the hearse, on either side of which march the Admirals of the Navy and the Generals of the Army. The hearse is followed by the carriages of the family and friends, then at 01:21;46 comes the National Guard of Ohio. 01:22:58 Following them come the sailors of the United States Navy. Brief shot of some artillery w/ horses pulling gun carriages.