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Not Quite Cricket By Jon Rose: A Review, Jane Ulman

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In Not Quite Cricket, Jon Rose reaches into the well-known story of the first Australian cricket team to play at Lords and draws out a tragedy dressed up as music hall comedy, in what he calls a 'historical intervention'.

Rose is an Australian-based polymath creator: a musician, inventor, composer, improviser, educator and entertainer. Radio production is just one strand of his prolific body of work. Over decades he has forged an innovative style, a distinctive radio form. His work has always been a fusion of genres, a hybrid of fact and invention with composed and improvised music carrying its …

President Jimmy Carter At Fundraising Breakfast And Commentary Following The President’S Visit, Wlbz Radio

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Coverage of President Carter's speech at a fundraising breakfast hosted by the Maine Democratic Party, and the comments of News Center's Harry Gordon, Brian Naylor, and Mal Leary following the President's departure. Recorded February 18, 1978.

President Jimmy Carter Town Meeting, Bangor, Maine, Wlbz Radio

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Audio recording of the Town Meeting held in Bangor, Maine, during the visit of U. S. President Carter. After opening remarks on the topic of his comprehensive national energy plan, in which the President indicates that reliance on oil and the resulting high heating costs may ultimately cost Maine jobs, audience members ask questions.

Area residents ask the President about the regulation of business, his stance on the proposed Dickey Lincoln Hydroelectric Project, progress toward national health insurance, mental health care, funding to parochial schools, the platform of the Democratic Party in protecting the underprivileged, wood energy sources, the plan …

Maine News And Let's Talk It Over, Day 3, Wlbz Radio

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After the 10 o'clock news and weather report, John Wellington hosts a call-in radio show where callers express views on Bangor City spending and dog policies, President Nixon, foreign policy with Cuba and Russia, and several additional calls about homosexuality, gay liberation, and the conference planned at the University of Maine. Not dated; topics suggest the date was February 13, 1974.

Maine News And Let's Talk It Over, Day 2, Wlbz Radio

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After the 10 o'clock news and weather, John Wellington hosts a call-in radio show, Let's Talk It Over. The main topic of discussion for the full program is the gay conference being organized by the University of Maine's Wilde Stein Club. Not dated, but from topics discussed, appears to have been February 12, 1974.

Maine News And Let’S Talk It Over, Wlbz Radio

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Mike McCarty reports the 10 o'clock news and weather, then transitions to Don Clark as he hosts a call-in radio show, Let's Talk It Over. Near the end of the broadcast, Clark summarizes the main topics of the day as "everything from gas to the gay convention, from the national police state to the typical politicians." Several callers express strong views opposed to the decision of the Trustees of the University of Maine to allow a meeting for homosexual students on the campus. (This audio begins at 26:25). Not dated. Based on news events reported, appears to have been …

The Sounds Of The Sixties: The Events And People That Shaped The Decade, Wlbz News

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A documentary reflecting on political and social events that would be most memorable to Maine residents from the 1960s. Includes many short audio clips of national and local news stories from the decade. Aired on New Years Day, 1970.

The Man From Maine: A Special Wlbz Documentary On Edmund S. Muskie, Wlbz Radio

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A documentary covering the life and career of Edmund S. Muskie as he becomes one of the most prominent politicians in the United States. Includes several audio clips of Muskie speaking, as well as those of Frederick Payne, Lyndon Johnson, Hubert Humphrey, and other political figures to highlight points of Muskie's career. Recorded after the loss of the Humphrey-Muskie ticket to Nixon-Agnew in November, 1968.

The Eisenhower Years: A Chronicle The Eight Years Of The Administration, Wlbz Radio

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A documentary featuring audio clips of highlights of the 1950s, including Eisenhower's farewell statement. Aired on January 19, 1961, the final day of Eisenhower's Presidency, the day before the inauguration of John F. Kennedy.

Edward H. Keith For City Councilman, Political Annoucements, Wlbz Radio

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Short announcements encouraging Bangor voters to elect Edward H. Keith City Councilman in October, 1958.

The Candidate Speaks: Remarks Of Edward I. Gross, Carl E. Delano, And Robert E. Baldacci, Wlbz Radio

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A program featuring brief remarks of three candidates for Bangor City Council in October, 1957.

Kenneth C. Colbath Political Statement, Wlbz Radio

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Candidate Kenneth Colbath explains that inspired by the election of Edmund Muskie to Governor, he is running to help restore a truly two-party government to Maine, where Republicans have dominated.

Remarks Of John T. Barry At The Democratic State Convention In Brewer, Wlbz Radio

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Excerpts from remarks of Bangor City Councilor, John T. Barry, at the Democratic State Convention held in Brewer, Maine, in the spring of 1956. Barry shares his gratitude that Democrats can hold their heads high in the state of Maine. While he does not mention him by name, it is clear that a significant portion of his remarks are a tribute to the tremendous success of Maine Governor Edmund Muskie.

President Eisenhower’S Address At Skowhegan, Maine, Wlbz Radio

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An audio recording of the events of United States President Dwight D. Eisenhower's visit to Skowhegan, Maine in the summer of 1955. Includes the remarks of Senator Margaret Chase Smith, Governor Edmund Muskie, President Eisenhower, and several members of the community. Eisenhower emphasizes that to be able to protect the right of individuals and allow for society to prosper, it is important to maintain peace. Senator Smith refers to the President as "the greatest man of peace in the world."

Raymond Campbell For County Commissioner, Political Spot, Wlbz Radio

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A paid political announcement, in the form of an interview with Raymond Campbell, highlighting his previous experience and how it would help in serving as Penobscot County Commissioner. Recorded June 17, 1954.

Governor Burton M. Cross And Senator Margaret Chase Smith, Excerpts From Campaign Comments, Wlbz Radio

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Excerpts of comments made by Burton M. Cross (running for Maine Governor) and Margaret Chase Smith (United States Senate) during the campaign of 1954.

Bill Mincher Interviews Senator Joseph Mccarthy, Wlbz Radio

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Bill Mincher of WLBZ in Bangor, Maine, interviews Senator Joseph McCarthy in 1953 regarding investigations at Fort Monmouth and a General Electric plant in Lynn, Massachusetts. Mincher also asks McCarthy and about recent changes in veterans' benefits, and whether any communist investigations are planned in Maine.

Interview With H. V. Kaltenborn, Wlbz Radio

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Irving Hunter interviews H. V. Kaltenborn, national radio news commentator, prior to his talk at Bangor City Hall for the fist Ashley Smith Memorial Lecture. The two discuss Kaltenborn's impressions of Maine, his career as an author, his visit to a recent NATO conference where spoke with General Eisenhower, Kaltenborn's opinion of world affairs, the situation in Korea, Taft versus Eisenhower as the best Republican candidate for President, and a Steel Strike that had led to suggestions that President Truman should be impeached. Recorded at the WLBZ Studios in Bangor, Maine, May 14, 1952.

Governor Frederick G. Payne Announces Intention To Run For U. S. Senate, Wlbz Radio

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Maine Governor Frederick G. Payne explains his reasons for entering the Republican primary election for United States Senate on February 16, 1952. This meant the race for the nomination included three GOP candidates. The others were the incumbent Senator Owen Brewster and Ralph A. Dyer of Bangor. Radio commentator Phil Johnson also provides a bit of biographical information about Payne.

Shell Oil Terminal Dedicated At Searsport, Wlbz Radio

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A live broadcast from the Shell Oil Terminal dedication in Searsport, Maine, October 17, 1951. Several representatives of the Shell Oil Company offer remarks, including Charles Tremble, William Ramsay and James Jordan. These representatives mention that events are a part of Oil Progress Week, and offer the slogan, "Petroleum Means Progress."

Maine Senator Owen Brewster was in attendance and was asked for comments on the oil industry and for his opinion on what some political observers had described as Taft's premature announcement of his candidacy for president.

Chauncey Robbins Political Announcement, Wlbz Radio

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A short, 20 second paid announcement encouraging listeners to vote for candidate Chauncey Robbins in 1951.

Chauncey Robbins Political Spot, Wlbz Radio

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A short political announcement encouraging listeners to vote for candidate Chauncey Robbins in 1951.

Chauncey Robbins Political Spot, Wlbz Radio

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A short political announcement from 1951 encouraging listeners to vote for candidate Chauncey Robbins. This spot emphasizes that he is under no obligation to special groups or special interests and gets things done.

Chauncey Robbins Political Announcement, Wlbz Radio

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A short political announcement from 1951 encouraging listeners to vote for candidate Chauncey Robbins. This spot emphasizes his Navy service during World War II.

Chauncey Robbins, Candidate For Republican Nomination, Wlbz Radio

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Chauncey Robbins explains his background and reasons for seeking the Republican nomination for Congress in Maine's 3rd district September 21, 1951.

Memorial Program For United States Congressman Frank Fellows, Wlbz Radio

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Bill Mincher narrates a program following the sudden passing of United States Representative Frank Fellows of Bangor, Maine. The program includes recorded comments of Robert Hale, Senator Margaret Chase Smith, Governor Frederick G. Payne and excerpts of speeched by Frank Fellows. Aired at 7 p.m., August 27, 1951.