432 24 26018 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/074fe935a8e3359a6d976ea7ddabc439.pdf 16004652eb3d9f8ed9140be90398b0ef PDF Text Text TEMPLE B'NAI ISRAEL MUSKEGON, MICHIGAN Daniel Rapoport, President Alan Po Alpert, Rabbi Arnold Bourziel, Director of Music JEWISH MUSIC SABBATH SERVICE Guest Artists: YOSEF YANKELEV, Violinist BERNICE MROZINSKI, Accompanist "Busic is a universal language, and needs not to be translatedo With it soul speaks to soulo 11 Bo Auerbach �"Every people has its own melodyo o o But Israel sings all of them in order to bring them all to Godo'' (Abraham Yaakov) CANDLE BLESSING (all rise) The candles are lit; the Sabbath serenity is upon uso In mellow moods we enter the synagogue to join together to praise God and the magnificent acts of creationo The small flickering flame in the home and synagogue causes us to pause in our daily routine and to be aware of all the blessings we enjoyo In the candle light we feel that specialness which Sabbath rest and peace can bringo Ba-ruch a-ta, A-co-nai E-lo-hei-nu, me-lech ha-o-lam, a-sher ki-de-sha-nu be-mits-vo-tav, ve-tsi-va-nu le-had-lik neir shel Sha-bato Praised are You, Lord, Our God, King of the universe who allows us to become holy by commanding us to light the Sabbath candles (all are seated) RESPONSIVE READING PSALl1 .95 Come, let us sing to the Lord: let our song ring out to our sheltering Rock. Let us approach Him with thanksgiving, our voices loud with song. For the Lord is a great God, a Ruler high above the idols of every ageo In His hands are the depths of the earth; His are the mountain-peakso He made the sea, it is His; the dry land is the work of His handso He is our God and our Shepherd; . we are His people and His flock: If only today we would listen to His voice! �OPENING SONG COME, 0 HOLY SABBATH EVENING Come, 0 holy Sabbath evening, Crown our toil with well earned rest; Bring us hallowed hours of gladness, Day of days beloved and blesto Weave your mystic spell around us With the glow of Sabbath light: As we read the ancient wisdom, Learn its laws of truth and righto Come, 0 Radiant Lending Filling holy Sabbath spirit, shine from every eye; us your benediction, every heart with joy, RESPONSIVE JIBA])ING PSALM 92 It to To to to to is good to give thanks to the Lord, sing hymns to Your name, 0 Most High ; tell of Your love in the morning, sing at night of Your faithfulness; pluck the strings, to sound the lute, make the harp vibrateo Your deeds, 0 Lord, fill me with gladness, Your work moves me to songo How great are Your works, 0 Lord ! How profound Your design ! The fool will never learn, the dullard never grasp this: the wicked may flourish like grass, all who do evil may blossom, yet they are doomed to destruction, while You, 0 Lord, are exalted for all timeo See how Your enemies, 0 Lord, see how Your enemies shall perish, how all who do evil shall be scatteredo You lift up my head in prideo I am bathed in freshEning oilo I shall see the defeat of my foes, my ears shall hear of their fallo �f .__, . t f; : ,_ -l, · . r· :- The righteous shall flourish like palms, grow tall like cedars in Lebanono Rooted in the house of the Lord, they shall be ever fresh and green, proclaiming that the Lord is just, my Rock, in whom there is no wrongo -CALL TO WORSHIP (all rise) In love and reverence we stand to_gether to worship the God of our Hothers and Fatherso ! Ba-re-chu et A-~onai ha-me-vo-racho Praised be God the Source of all bl.e ssingso Ba-ruch A-do-riai ha-me-vo-rach .le-o-lam va-ed ! Praised is God the source of all blessings forever and evero I :-...- Praised are You -the Lord our God who created the world with all the vibr.?nce of life itselfo - In your plan You haye given us eyes to see and ears to hearo In orie stroke You have given us glowing rainbows and t h e sound of birds, wind·$ and___seao Praised are You, 0 Lord, the Arti st anJ Musician who has given us bountiful beautyo W_ith loving care You have placed harmony in the world through Your most p-r eci0us gift to us - the Toraho • · Teach us to be an instrument to play sweet sounds in the orchestration of the best - kindness, gentleness, gene.:-osity and love., Praised are -You who watches over allo SHENA She-ma Yis-ra-eil: A-do-nai E-lo-hei-nu, A-do-nai E-chad! Hear O Israel the Lord Our God, the Lord is Oneo Ba-ruch_ sheim· ke-vod mal-chu-to le-o-lam va-ed! Praised be His glorious Kingdom forever and evero (all are seated) You shall love the Lord your God with all your mind, with all your strength, with all your beingo Set these words, which I command you this day, upon your hearto Teach them faithfully to your children; speak of them in your home and on your way, when you lie down and when you rise upo �Be mindful of all My Mitzvot, and do them; so shall you consecrate yourselves to your Godo I, the Lord, am your God who led you out of Egypt to be your God; I, the Lord, am your Godo In our darkest times You have watched over uso When You freed us from slavery in Egypt and brought us to the Land of Israel we learned to sing with joyo With the anticipation of the day when all men and women will be free we sing the words of the ancient Israelites: MI CHAMOCHA Mi cha-mo-cha ba-ei-lim, A-do-nai? Mika-mo-cha, ne-dar ba-ko-desh, no-rate-hi-lot, o-sei fe-leh? "Hidden in a brief adagio there is a sermon on the transient hour; And lured from inner depths by m-,eep of bow Nay be a vision of the perfect flower, Immortal blossom of divine intent Whose humblest seed explains the firmamento 11 Lieberman "In my work termed "Jewish11 o o o I have but listened to an inner voice, deep, secret, insistent, ardent, o o o o a voice which surged up in me on reading certain passages in the Bibleo o o This entire Jewish heritage moved me deeply, it was reborn in my musico 11 Bloch Deep in our heart we have many prayers and thoughts that we can only share with the Holy Oneo As we communicate silently with the Diety let us also pray for the speedy recovery of alJ those who could not be with us today because of illness , SILENT PRAYER May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart, be acceptable to You, 0 Lord, my Rock and my Redeemero (all rise) �KIDDUSH Blessed is the Lord our God, Ruler of the universe, Creator of the fruit of ·.the vineo Blesse~;·is the Lord our God, Ruler of the universe, who hallows us with His Mitzvot and takes delight in uso In His love and favor ' He has made His holy Sabbath our heritage, as a reminder of the work of creationo It is first among our sacred days, and a remembrance of the Exodus from Egypto 0 God, You have chosen us and set us apart from all the peoples, and in love and favor have given us the Sabbath day as a sacred inheritanceo Blessed is the Lord, for the Sabbath and its holinesso ('- , · Bs-ruch a-ta, A-do-nai E-lo-hei-nu, me-lech ha-o-iam bo-rei pe-re-ha-ga-feno Ba-ruch a-ta, A-do-nai E-lo-hei-nu, me-lech ha-a-lam, a-sher ki-de-sha-nu be-mits-vo-tav vc- ra-tsa va-nu, ve-sha-bat kod-sho be-a-ha-va u-ve-ra-tson hin-chi-la-nu, zi-ka-ron le-m::i.-a-sei ve-rei-sheeto Ki hu yom te-chi-la le-mik-ra-ei ko-desh, zei-cher li-tsi-at ·· Mits-ra-yimo Ki va-nu va-char-ta ve-o-ta-nu ki-dash-ta mi-kol ha-a-mim, ve-sha-bat kod- she-cha be-a-ha-va u-ve-ra-tson hin-chal-ta-nu~ Ba-ruch a-ta, A-do-nai, me-ka-deish ha-sha-bato ADORATION (all are seated) (all rise) Let us adore the ever living God and render praise unto Him who spread out the heavens and established the earth - whose glory is revealed in the heavens above and whose greatness is manifest throughout the worldo He is our God, there is non elseo �Va-a-nach-nu ko-re-im u-mish-ta-cha-vim u-mo-dim li-fe-nei rne-lech ma-le-chei ha-me-la-chim, ha-ka-dosh ba-ruch Hu .. We end our service with the love and respect to those who have passed awayo Even in death their memories are an inspiration for lifeo KADDISH Yit-ga-dal ve-yit-ka-dash she-mei ra-ba be-al-ma di-ve-ra chi~re-u-tei ve-yam-lich mal-chu-tei be-cha-yei-chon u-ve-uo-mei-chon u-ve-cha-yei de-cholbeit Yis-ra-eil, ba-a-ga-la u-vi-zi-man ka-riv, ve-i-me-ru: a-maino Ye-hei she-mei ra-ba me-va-rach le-a-lam u-le-al-mei al-ma-yao Yit-ba-rach ve-yish-ta-bach, ve-yit-pa-ar ve-yit-ro-mam ve-yit-na-sei, ve-yit-ha-dar ve-yit-a-leh ve-yit-ha-lal she-mei de-ku-de-sha, be-rich hu, le-ei-la min kol be-re-cha-ta ve-shi-ra-ta, tush-be-cha-ta ve-ne-che-ma-ta, da-a-mi-ran be-al-ma, ve-i-me-ru: a-meino Ye-hei she-la-ma ra-ba min she-ma-ya ve-cha-yim a-lei-nu ve-al kol Yis-ra-eil, ve-i-me-ru: a-meino 0-seh sha-lom be-me-ro-mav, hu-ya-a-seh sha-lom a-lei-nu ve-al kol Yis-ra-eil, ve-i-me-ru: a-meino CLOSING SONG EIN KEILOHEINU Ein kel-lo-hei-nu, ein ka-do-nei nu, ein ke-mal-kei-nu, ein ke-mo-shi-ei-nuo Ni chei-lo-hei-nu? Mi cha-do-nei-nu? Mi che-mal-kei-nu? Ni che-mo-shi-ei-nu? No-deh lei-lo-hei-nu, no-deh la-do-nei-nu, no-deb le-mal-kei-nu, no-deh le-mo-shi-el-nuo Ba-ruch E-lo-hei-nu, ba-ruch A-do-nei-nu, ba- r uch Mal-kei-nu, ba-ruch No- shi-ei-nuo A-ta hu- E-lo-hei-nu, a-ta hu A-do-nei-nu, A-ta hu Mal-kei-nu, a-ta hu No-shi-el-nuo �There is none like our God; there is none like our Lord; there is none like our King; there is none like our SaviorQ Who is like our God? Who is like our Lord? Who is like our Savior? Who is like our King? We will give thanks to our God; we will give thanks to our Lord; we will give thanks to our King; we will give thanks to our SaviorQ Blessed is our God; blessed is our Lord; blessed is our King; blessed is our Savioro You are our God; You are our Lord; You are our King; You are our Savioro BENEDICT ION * ** ** *** **** * SHABAT SHALOM GOOD SHABOS � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Relation A related resource L'dor V'dor (project) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/3e811d1751696c0a1cc603be374de541.pdf 0be4c8fec59a6d393f87bef516aafa18 PDF Text Text Muskegon, Michigan Congregation B'nai Israel FROM THE RABBI MARCH ADAR I PURIM The Scroll of Esther and the holiday of Purim have always had their critics. Questions are still being raised as to why Esther was included in the Scriptures, and why we celebrate such a frivolous holiday. Because of the critics, and the meaning of the Scroll and the holiday, the Rabbis spend considerable time in both Jewish law and .. folklore discussing the book of Esther and Purim. It is no less a mitzvah to read and hear the Megillah than it is to listen to and retell the Passover story. Even when the Messiah comes, Purim will be celebrated while most other Jewish holidays will not. At that time all the books of the Bible will lose their value except for the Five Books of Moses and the Book of Esther. •\ I What is the value of the book of Esther? Is it an historical book? In the recent Five Scrolls, Rabbis Friedlander and Bronstein summarize the views of most scholars: "The events described here, if not historically verifiable, are paradigns of historical events which have plagued the Jewish people in every era." The Hamans of history have had no qualms about, nor the Ahasueruses any objections to, genocide. Thus, the particularly Jewish story of Esther has universal implications. Purim demonstrates for us how we should understand the Megillah. We might focus on the dark side of Esther, genocide and revenge, and be filled with despair. In order to face the realities of a hostile world around us, thour: we need PURIM PARTIES see calendar Jewish Centennial Passover Celebration see enclosed brochure • rift-I"~ Monday March 6 Hope College Tuesday March 7 Frauenthal Theater to do something irrational: we need to hope and laugh. For one day during the year we ~ari escape the realities of uncertaint-J,-~nd celebrate the mira-c-l-e._ of o"tir survival. ~- This year, don't be a critic, listen to all the exaggerations and comic irony. Hear the message of triumph and hope. Let your hair down and celebrate! �OFFICE HOURS Congregation B'nal Israel Muskegon, Michigan Robert Scolnik President Alan Alpert Rabbi Ira Socol Editor Secretary 8:30 - 12:30 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Rabbi 10:30 - Noon Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:00 - 3:00 Tuesday, and by appointment "JEWISHMUSKEGON• What's in a name? When I developed the "JEWISHMUSKEGON" name and masthead I was trying to show our pride. Pride in the survival of a tiny minority community. Pride in our success at being Jewish outside the major metro areas that are usually associated with Judaism. Pride in our hometown's attributes, and pride in a community that has treated us so royally throughout our Centennial year. Six months later, I'm still happy with the title, and the bulletin. What do you think? I'd like to know. Do you like the name? do you have another idea? How do you feel about the rest of the "bulletin?" What do you like? What don't you like? On pages 11 and 12 this month, is a "survey" about the bulletin. Please take a few minutes to check a few boxes, and make a few notes. The whole idea of this publication is to allow us to better communicate among ourselves, and with our friends. Please lend a hand by letting me know what works for you. STORIES The last thing I want is a bulletin filled with my opinions. We've got lots of space here for you to display your thoughts, ideas, stories and concerns. I can offer as much ( or as little) assistance as you want in putting your ideas into words. Any topic relating to Judais~ and/or our 2 community seems fair game. So come on ••. I know there are more than a few inspired authors out there, put it down on paper and send it in. THANKS to Bob Scolnik, who prov ides us with the wonderful photo·-pages. Bob gets these together on his own each month, and they make the bulletin look great! SPONSORSHIPS · Making this a better publication takes work and money. To build the "Newsletter Fund" we're reviving the "Sponsorship" idea. Individual sponsors ( $50. per year) will be listed in each months publication. Corporate Sponsors ( $120) will get a three line listing, Company Name, type of business, and address. Please, if you can add to your current support for Temple activities, consider this option. �When you read this, it will already be March. I can hardly believe that this year as President of your Congregation is passing so quickly. I have a tremendous sense of pride in our Centennial Celebration and look forward to the events yet to come. The most recent event that comes to mind The Klezmer Conservatory Band was spectacular. The overflowing Overbrook Theater was magically transformed into a Jewish 11 Shtetl" from another time and place. The audience, predominantly non-Jewish, really got into the spirit of Klezmer music and I could sense a real feeling of electricity in the room. I believe that all of you who were there felt the same pride in being part of bringing this group here! This event, like many others in the past year, was simply amazing. I would also like to comment on last month's editorial, "That LETTERS Old Time Religion 11 by Ira Socol. I read Ira's words at least 4 times. His description of "Midwood 11 was fascinating and evoked a wish to go back to that simpler time I knew as a child growing up in a much more Jewish community in New York State. Ira's conclusion's and comments fit us perfectly. "We must make the best available compromise with our times." In my view, the current debate over pagers is senseless. Pagers are a way of life for many people and I would much rather have a person and a pager filling a seat than just the empty seat. Perhaps what needs to be addressed is why has Friday evening attendance dropped? Many events a~e very well attended but services seem to be a problem. Why? I'll be waiting for your answers. (Note: If anyone would like a copy of last month's editorial, please contact me for a copy.) Dear Rabbi and Mrs. Alpert, The children all did so well the evening of December third, from the middle school children down to the youngest speakers. Thank you again for so graciously opening your beautiful place of worship to our whole community on Friday, December 3, to better acquaint us with your observance and enjoyment of Hanukah. It was so very meaningful. r am sure that I express the sincere feelings of all who could be with you that evening. From my name you can tell that I am of German descent; however, my grandmother (with whom I lived) and father never approved of cruelty toward any people. I have enjoyed much kindness from the Jewish persons I have known and have a liking for them all. I have been so interested in this year's observance of your Jewish Centennial since the first write-up in our Chronicle, having attended several of its programs at the Frauenthal, including the fine presentation of "The Diary of Anne Frank." I am glad that my church, St. Mary's, locally, was so well represented, as well as so many other churches. I trust that Hanukah enjoyable in your home. was most -Anne L. Freitag 3 �JEWISH~M®~@@~ ==============Cff"P''c/~ s B'NAI B'RITH INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS ANNIVERSARIES Aliyah and Lester Schick Susan and Norman Halbower Sally and Marcus Bess Barbara and William Reed CONGRATULATIONS to Portia Rothchild on being selected as one of two recipients of the Urban League's Equal Opportunity Award. DAN RAPOPORT (L}, INSTALLS NEW B'NAI B'RITH PRESIDENT ED KRAUSE EVENTS/OUT-OF-TOWN GRAND RAPIDS: Congregation Ahavas Israel's 1989 Dinner Dance, is on March 11, at 8 p.m. A Cadillac, and many door prizes will be given away. Reservations close March 5, the cost is $22 per person. Call 1-949-2840 for details and reservations. WEST BLOOMFIELD: The Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit pre sen ts LET US ENTERTAIN YOU, a festival of Jewish art, theatre, and music. March and April events include: Sculpture by Itzik Ben Shalom (3/4-3/19); Gabe Kaplan "In Concert" (3/4, 8 p.m.); Michigan Musician Winners Concert (4/5, 8 p.m.); and Betty Comden and Adolph Green (4/8, 9 p.m.). The Center is at 6600 West Maple, in West Bloomfield, Call 313-661-1000 for details. 4 LES SHICK, OUTGOING B'NAI B'RITH CONGRATULATES ED KRAUSE . PRESIDENT AS PART OF THE PROGRAM AT THE B'NAI B'RITH MEETING, MEMBERS WATCH A VIDEO AND PROGRAM PROVIDED BY DR. JOEL RUBIN. �JEWISH'R,JJl)1)~®@~7!!.=5'-===================== <tongressional 1Record United States of America Vol. 134 PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE J00 th CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1988 No. 152 Senate JEWISH CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION IN MUSKEGON • Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, in this last CoNGRFS.:,IONAL REcono of the 100th Cong!'ess, I would like tu bring lo the attention of the S1·nate another notable event In the annals of this Nation. On September 21, 1988, a Jewish centennial celebration was begun in Muskegon, Ml. What Is unique about the celebration Is that the entire community of Muskegon organized a comprehensive 8-month commemoration, Including 50 Individual programs and events. The 14 major cultural, educational and religious organizations in the Muskegon community united to focus, In this intensive way, on the contributions of the Jewish people both worldwide and in Muskegon. For the community of almost 300,000 people to celebrate with such a massive outpouring of creative talent the 100th birthday of a tiny 87-family minority community represents the most eloquent testimony to American pluralism that I can remember. I had the privilege, that I will always remember, of speaking at one of the first events, the opening of the Anne Frank exhibit at the Muskegon History Museum. That evening Itzhak Perlman ga\·e a solo recital at the historic Frauenthal Theatre. And the next day Congressman Guy VANllER JAGT, who obtained his bachelor of divinity degree at Yale University, symbolized In a very personal way the ecumenical nature of the celebration by participating in the Jewish service of Sukkot. One of the features of this 8 month celebration is the publication of a booklet entitled "Michigan's Jewish Community: A Centennial History 1888-1988," written by Dennis Devlin, who is a professor of history at Grand Valley State University. Next May, the celebration ends with a trip to Egypt and Israel, foscusing on art and music and the history of the two countries, and sponsored by the art museum and the symphony orchestra. None of this could have been done without the extraordinary effort of Sylvia Kaufman. I havt' never been so touched by thi: Lula! commitment of a large community to the ctmtributions of a tiny c-omponent of iL. It Is a model which other communities can use as we exercise ou1· freedom to maintain our diverse ethnic traditions. This unique country of ours not only allows everyone to do so, but proclaims the importance of that freedom. A New York Times article on September 28, 1988, contained some of the flavor of the Muskegon celebration. I ask that it be printed In the RECORD at this time. 13 �FRIENDS OF THE NORTON SHORES LIBRARY NORTON SHORES BRANCH, MUSKEGON COUNTY LIBRARY 705 SEMINOLE ROAD NORTON SHORES, MICHIGAN 49441 THE JESSE AND BARBARA LEVIN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION In 1988, Jesse and Barbara Levin donated funds to the Friends of the Norton Shores Library in order to establish a yearly college scholarship award for high school students. This scholarship award is open to any 12th grade student who is a resident of either Norton Shores or Roosevelt Park, Michigan. Also, any 12th grade student who is a member of the Muskegon Temple B 'Nai Israel Congregation is eligible to apply. The scholarship will be awarded for the best essay on the subject: THE IMPACT OF WDAISM ON WORLD HISTORY. References to be used should be works which promote a better understanding between Jews and non-Jews. Footnotes and a bibliography should be included. The recommended length for the essay is 1,000 to 1,500 words. The essay with this form attached must be submitted to the above address by May 1 to be considered for the award. Please complete the following information. ----------------------------------------The Jesse and Barbara Levin Scholarship Application NAME---------------------------------STREET A D D R E S S - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - CITY-----------------STATE-------ZIP-----HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDING _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ GRADE IN HIGH SCHOOL _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Are you a member of the Muskegon Temple B 'Nai Israel Congregation? □ YES □ NO Name of college or university you will enroll in _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ The attached essay is my own work and may be published if requested by the Scholarship Committee. SIGNATURE---------------------DATE------- �JEWISHlMJM@~@@~ Contributions/General Fund Regina and Roland Lehker Contributions/Newsletter Fund Lotta and Sam Shumacher (in appreciation) YABRZEITS (memorialized March 3) Fannie Honick-2/26 Henry Bespaloff-2/26 Louis Brontman-Adar I 22 Gloria Bess-2/29 Warren Galombeck*-3/1 Shima Spivak-3/3 Louis Simon*-3/4 Wilfred Dixon-3/4 Leo Friedlander*-Adar I 27 (memorialized March 10) Beatrice Danto-Adar I 28 Greta Louise Gudelsky-3/6 Anna Fisher-3/9 Beatrice Levin-3/9 Clara Jacobs*-Adar II 3 (memorialized March 17) Oscar Gudelsky-3/15 Isaac Rosen-3/15 David Gudelsky*-Adar II 10 Rose Singer-3/17 (memorialized March 24) Jerome Bomash-3/19 Edward Kushner-3/20 Sophie Rosen-3/21 Harold Fleischer-3/23 Bernard C. Steindler*-3/25 (memorialized March 31) Eileen Cahill-3/29 Richard Vanderleest-3/29 Dr. Norman Fleishman-3/30 Samuel Brontman*-3/31 Ellis Chevlin*-3/31 Libby Bloomfield-4/1 May Vanderleest-4/1 Leb Fonstein-4/1 (memorialized April 7) Louis Aron*-4/4 Morris Kantor*-4/6 Craig Silberman-4/6 Evelyn Singer-Nisan 2 Maurice Brow-4/7 Milton Steindler*-4/7 15 • �Reprinted from: The Temple Bulletin Achduth Vesholom .J -::1 tion, Fort Wayne, Indiana by Rabbi Richard B. Safran Some 19,300 Soviet Jews were able to leave the Soviet Union in 1988, representing a considerable increase over previous years. Most of these Soviet Jews came to the United States to settle here under a liberal American law that allowed refugees from lands of persecution to find a home here. With the changed poli.tical climate in the USSR some 30-40,000 additional Soviet Jews are expected to leave Russia this year. We rejoice at this new opportunity being given to our brothers and sisters, yet we must be made aware of the new problems this increased immigration creates. First, now that the refugees are not fleeing oppression they are placed in a different legal category that does not give them automatic entrance into our shores. At this moment some 300 Jews have already been denied entrance. Secondly, our federal deficit has limited the amount of immigration this country is allowing, and there has been some attempt to allocate slots that have not been used by Southeast Asian refugees. Needless to say, this has caused some inter-group conflict. Thirdly, if Soviet Jews seek entry to the U.S.A. under their new status as gene Lal refugees, federal help for their settlement is very limited, and they will have to turn almost completely to the American Jewish community to assist them. This will mean that American Jewish organizations will have to foot the bill for the transit facilities in Europe and then local Federations will be asked to settle them in their communities and to assist them financially and in other ways. (;nr - :.- Recently the Jewish Agency in Israel has advanced an interesting proposal that Israel serve as the transit point for the Soviet Jews leaving Russia. This would involve all Soviet Jews going directly to Israel on their way to the United States and would expose them to that land, while the Israelies would have an opportunity to persuade them to settle there. Those who then want to go to the United States could continue on as refugees. There would also be the advantage of having the millions spent on the refugee transit facilities being spent in Israel. The plan has merit and should be considered, but only if the Soviet Jews will be allowed to continue to the U. S. as "refugees." In the past Israel has not been willing to accept this condition, claiming that to do so would be the betrayal of Zionism. No matter what the final arrangements, we who for years have been working for the freedom of Soviet Jews will now have the joy of seeing many come out, and we will have the shared responsibility of settling them in our community and in other cities. I am sure, as in the past, we will rise to the challenge. Non-Profit Org US POSTAGE Congregation B'nai Israel 391 West Webster Avenue Muskegon, Michigan 49441 PAID Affiliated with UAHC Published monthly by Congregation B'nai Israel. Please send any articles, comments, news, or letters to the Te·mple office. Muskegon, MI PERMIT No 131 , D:l. & !:~:J. ~:=~::::r I~P.::r 1~::J ~ ..:::.- o:A CT. ;:..::::: . , l~ I ,! ~ . 11 I � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Temple B'nai Israel Collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Temple B'nai Israel (Muskegon, Mich.) Description An account of the resource Collection of photographs, scrapbooks, programs, minutes, and other records of the Temple B'nai Israel in Muskegon, Michigan. The collection was created as part of the L'dor V'dor project directed by Dr. Marilyn Preston, and was supported by grants from the Kutsche Office of Local History and Michigan Humanities Council. Original materials were digitized by the University Libraries and returned to the synagogue. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Digital objects were contributed by Temple B'nai Israel as part of the L'dor V'dor project. Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Jews--United States Muskegon (Mich.) Scrapbooks Synagogues Women--Societies and clubs Minutes (Records) Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Allendale, Michigan Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Preston, Marilyn Grand Valley State University. Special Collections and University Archives Relation A related resource L'dor V'dor (project) Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context DC-08 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Text Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Circa 1920s-2018 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context DC-08_Jewish-Muskegon_March_1989 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource B'nai Israel Temple Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1989-04 Title A name given to the resource Jewish Muskegon Description An account of the resource Temple bulletin for March 1989. Includes Congressional Record proceedings post from Senator Carl Levin dated November 10, 1988 discussing the Jewish Centennial celebration held in Muskegon in 1988. Subject The topic of the resource Jews--United States Muskegon (Mich.) Synagogue bulletins United States. Congress--Publication of proceedings Levin, Carl, 1934- Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Digital file contributed by the B'nai Israel Temple as part of the L'dor V'dor project. Relation A related resource L'dor V'dor (project) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/3aafbdbbefb759e4f3a96ccbae5bb8b7.pdf 75c9b6246f794d2596eee5b63cd2d6c4 PDF Text Text THE GRAND RAPIDS PRESS • MONDAY1NOVEMBER 21 1987 g \9 Jews 'deserved to die,' says Nazi in Syria The Associated Press CHICAGO - Convicted war criminal Alois Brunner, a top target of Nazi hunters for decades, is living in Syria and still believes his involvement in the mass murder of Jews was correct, a newspaper reported. "All of them deserved to die because they were the devil's agents and human garbage," Brunner was quoted as saying by the Chicago Sun-Times. "I have no regrets and would do it again." The newspaper said Sunday one of its reporters interviewed Brunner, 75, from Damascus last week in a brief telephone conversation in front of a witness. After making his comment and confirming he had been living under the name of George Fischer, Brunner hung up, the newspaper re- ported. French Nazi hunters Serge Klarsfeld and his wife, Beate, first reported that Brunner had fled to Egypt and then to Syria after World War II. He has apparently been living in Damascus since 1955, a year after he was sentenced to death in absentia in France for crimes against humanity. Brunner, reputed chief aide to Adolf Eichmann, was held responsible for the deportation to death and slave labor camps of at least 128,500 Jews from Nazi-occupied territories. Eichmann, architect of the Nazis' "Final Solution" for the Jews, was captured in Argentina by Israeli agents and tried and hanged by the Jewish state. Brunner is being protected by the Syrian government in exchange for service in "security matters," the Sun-Times said, quoting one of Brunner's relatives living in Austria it did not identify. Syria for years denied that Brunner was living in Damascus, and continues to rebuff extradition attempts by West Germany, saying he has committed no punishable crimes, the newspaper reported. "Syria is continuing to ignore our requests, but we know he is there and well guarded," said Alfred Streim, senior prosecutor for war criminals in West Germany. Evidence at Eichmann's trial in Israel in 1961 identified Brunner as an SS chief who specialized in brutality against children and "humiliation before death." Records with the United Nations and in American militaiy files show Brunner was responsible for deportations of Jews from Vienna, France, Slovakia and Salonica. 1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Termaat, Adriana B. (Schuurman) Termaat, Peter N. Description An account of the resource Collection contains genealogical, personal, and family papers and photographs documenting the lives and interests of Adriana and Peter Termaat. The bulk of the materials are related to family history and genealogical research carried out by the Termaats, including research notes and materials about places in the Netherlands that were significant to the Termaat and Schuurman families, such as the city of Alkmaar. Other materials in the collection are related to the Termaats' experiences on the eve of and during the Second World War, especially the German occupation of the Netherlands and the Termaats' participation in organized resistance to the Nazis. Also included are materials that document the family's post-war life in the United States, including their public efforts to recognize, commemorate, and honor people and events significant to World War II. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1869 - 2012 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/719">Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection, RHC-144</a> Subject The topic of the resource Netherlands Netherlands--History--German occupation, 1940-1945 World War, 1939-1945 World War, 1939-1945 -- Underground movements -- Netherlands Dutch Dutch Americans Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections & University Archives Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-144 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Text Image Type The nature or genre of the resource application/pdf image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng nl Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. 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Subject The topic of the resource Brunner, Alois, -- 1912-2010 War criminals -- Germany Holocaust, Jewish (1939-1945) -- Europe Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/719">Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection (RHC-144)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/db5a97e7aa806b3218feaa93f53ee72e.pdf 26a8b56f4f785f3b3a60f2459dce0b17 PDF Text Text ..,,.,. Jews honor WEST BLOOMFIELD (UPI) Metropolitan Detroit's Jewish community will honor a Christian couple from Grand Rapids on Tuesday. Peter and Adrienna Termaat will receive the Courage to Care Award for hiding Jews from Nazis in occupied Holland during World War II. At great risk to their own lives, the Termaats ferried Jews in and out of their Holland home and the homes of other resistance workers. Their courageous acts are credited with saving the lives of countless Jewish men, women and children. The Termaats, now in their 70s, say they were led by their religious belief to join the resistance immediately after the Nazis invaded Holland in 1940. The Termaats are hristians members the Reformed Church of America. If the Termaats had been caught, they would have been officially labeled as Jewish and killed as enemies of Adolf Hitler. The award ceremony is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center in West Bloomfield Township. Abraham Foxman, national director of the Anti-Defamation League and the ceremony's keynote speaker, said the awards to the Termaats and others honor the victory. of good over evil. 'Today, living in a time where life is cheap and there is so much violence, we can celebrate life and goodness by honoring the people who showed such great courage in the face of evil," he said. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Termaat, Adriana B. (Schuurman) Termaat, Peter N. Description An account of the resource Collection contains genealogical, personal, and family papers and photographs documenting the lives and interests of Adriana and Peter Termaat. The bulk of the materials are related to family history and genealogical research carried out by the Termaats, including research notes and materials about places in the Netherlands that were significant to the Termaat and Schuurman families, such as the city of Alkmaar. Other materials in the collection are related to the Termaats' experiences on the eve of and during the Second World War, especially the German occupation of the Netherlands and the Termaats' participation in organized resistance to the Nazis. Also included are materials that document the family's post-war life in the United States, including their public efforts to recognize, commemorate, and honor people and events significant to World War II. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1869 - 2012 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/719">Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection, RHC-144</a> Subject The topic of the resource Netherlands Netherlands--History--German occupation, 1940-1945 World War, 1939-1945 World War, 1939-1945 -- Underground movements -- Netherlands Dutch Dutch Americans Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections & University Archives Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-144 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Text Image Type The nature or genre of the resource application/pdf image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng nl Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-144_Termaat_NWS_Jews-honor-Christians Title A name given to the resource Jews Honor Christians Description An account of the resource Newspaper clipping about Peter and Adrianna Termaat's Courage to Care Award from the Anti-Defamation League. Subject The topic of the resource Anti-Defamation League World War, 1939-1945 -- Jews -- Rescue Dutch Americans Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/719">Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection (RHC-144)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/81a9c6d05960b29d21bc0e1f47f5b73b.pdf 2f3deb232c425fdb674996854d317579 PDF Text Text The Detroit News -- Monday Section B . , ' . OBITUARIES 3E .. : MORE LOCAL NEWS 3E JUNE 3, 1991 Jews to honor.couple. who risked allto save.their lives ~ helped people the Nazis hunted in .Ho~lan~. ~r THE DETROIT NEWS If the Nazis had caught Peter and Adrienna Termaat hiding Jews during World War II, the young Chris- awardabecausesomanyothen1dkho tian couple officially would have been much more," said Termaat, 77, wh.o labeled as Jewish and killed as ene- with his wife will receive the Courage· mies of Adolf Hitler. to Care Award at 7:30 p.m. in the It was a risk the Termaats dared Jewish Community Center, West ' Bloomfield Township. to tak e on f81'th · "B ut then you rea . 1·1ze th·1s gives ' . .'. rhey ferried Jews m and out of .. you a chance to publicize what haptheir Holland home and the homes of pened," Termaat said. "It gives us a ot~er members .of the underground chance to tell people that if they r~s1stance. Their eff~rts saved the really live their faith, they should hves of co~ntless JeWish men, wom- never say no to a situation like (the en ai:td children. · · · one we faced)." On Tuesday evening, Metro De- , In addition, lgnacy, Helen and troit's Jewish community will honor Cezary Chorazyczewski, who also the Termaats, who now live in Grand rescued Jews, will be honored. The Rapids, and other rescuers who Chorazyczewskis now live in Michibrought moments of light and hope gan. to one of history's darkest periods. The awards also honor the victory "At first, you are loath to accep~ of good over evil, said Abraham \, 1 .,, •-+M ......, 11 . ~t ....1.~.S~:~~~ ¼·l ~G Hi t ....•....,,._ ..._•_.!" :.:., • ' •: ' • \ ! ,•• ' ,' i ( . . ' ... Have~: Peter Termaat and wife, :Adrienna:· :.,:_:,: Br Kate Desmet t ' , · ., " . ,, . · ••' ··· . Foxman, national director:·or '. the Anti-Defamation Leaguer --Who will be the ceremony's keynote speaker. Foxman survived the Holocaust as a child because his Catholic nanny hid him for four years in Poland. . ·· "For years, HoIocaust survivors have borne witness to the magnitude of evil that man· is capable of," Foxman said. · "It is very important for that to be recorded and documented. But the . . message ·of hidden children like my~ self is not one of death and hate and .. evil, but one of life and love. Each :', one of us can tell about one or two or • three people who rejected· evil :and risked their lives to save another , . ..,::,:;} RODGER D. GARRISON/ Auociated Preu • :\1 ,,:~'. I •' I ~ ' ' ', · Peter and Adrlenlia Termaat &Jived .Jews during the war. In DePlease see Holocaust , 2B / trolt-~ ••'on Tuesday, .the'y'll be honored by•a grateful community. • • • .. ., ., ,' I , . -~ , • . • ~ ~ �Holocaust: Jews will honor couple who saved Jna:q.y lives From page 1B human being. . · "It's a testimony to human decency." ·. The Termaats, members of the Reformed Church of America, said their religious roots spurred their heroic acts. ."It was not that we thought a long time about what we should do," Termaat said. "We _just acted on what we saw happening. Here we'd lived in a country where freedom of religion and civil liberties had always been allowed and all of a sudden they were being violated. ' "The Nazis were interfering with Jews at the university and where Jews were living. That had never happened in Holland before." The Termaats, whose first baby was born only 13 days before the Germans marched into Holland in 1940, immediately became active in the underground. By day, Termaat was an accountant. At night, he was active in setting up safe houses for Jews and downed Allied pilots, while his wife cared for Jews who regularly appeared and disappeared from their home with doctored passports and identification papers. One day, as Termaat strode to work in the town of Alkmaar, north of Amsterdam, his minister called out to him. "He told me that a school principal in another town was hiding a young Jewish couple but he couldn't do it any longer," Termaat said. "He asked if I would be willing to help out." ·, . . So Termaat and a local carpenter traveled by train on a dangerous journey to pick up the frightened • couple, who had been engaged to · marry when they fled Germany. "They were amazed to see us and to see that we were willing to take them with us (back to Alkmaar)." But when they-got off the train on their return, the Gestapo stopped the rescuers, who were carrying bags of apples. "The Gestapo knew we did not have apple trees in northern Holland and he wanted to know where we'd gotten them from," Termaat said. "So we just told him they were from friends of ours. "I admired the presence of mind of the Jewish couple. When they saw us get stopped, they just kept walking past us as if they didn't know who we were. The Gestapo eventually let us go and we got the couple into a safe house. They survived the war, got married and saw peace come to the land." . Foxman said society must salute such heroics. · "The majority of people (during the war) were either apathetic, fearful or participated in the Nazi persecution," he said. "Today, living in a time where life is cheap and there is so much violence, we can celebrate life and goodness by honoring the people who showed such great courage in the face of evil.". · � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Termaat, Adriana B. (Schuurman) Termaat, Peter N. Description An account of the resource Collection contains genealogical, personal, and family papers and photographs documenting the lives and interests of Adriana and Peter Termaat. The bulk of the materials are related to family history and genealogical research carried out by the Termaats, including research notes and materials about places in the Netherlands that were significant to the Termaat and Schuurman families, such as the city of Alkmaar. Other materials in the collection are related to the Termaats' experiences on the eve of and during the Second World War, especially the German occupation of the Netherlands and the Termaats' participation in organized resistance to the Nazis. Also included are materials that document the family's post-war life in the United States, including their public efforts to recognize, commemorate, and honor people and events significant to World War II. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1869 - 2012 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/719">Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection, RHC-144</a> Subject The topic of the resource Netherlands Netherlands--History--German occupation, 1940-1945 World War, 1939-1945 World War, 1939-1945 -- Underground movements -- Netherlands Dutch Dutch Americans Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections & University Archives Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-144 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Text Image Type The nature or genre of the resource application/pdf image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng nl Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-144_Termaat_NWS_1991-06-03-Detroit-News-Courage-to-Care-Award Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource DeSmet, Kate Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-06-03 Title A name given to the resource Jews to honor couple who risked all to save their lives Description An account of the resource Newspaper article about Pieter and Adriana Termaat's receipt of the Courage to Care Award at the Jewish Community Center in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource The Detroit News Subject The topic of the resource Dutch Americans World War, 1939-1945 -- Jews -- Rescue Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/719">Adriana B. and Peter N. Termaat collection (RHC-144)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/9d11e2332ddbc521f19df6bad4f7f888.jpg b9f649ce0043611abe3d6590ebf94e27 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Douglas R. Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_D292-0016 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1963-11-22 Title A name given to the resource JFK Memorial Service, East Lansing, Michigan Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of three women entering a building for the memorial service in honor of President John F. Kennedy held in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, a sign is posted on the glass door entryway that says, "Mass President Kennedy 4:45." Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 Memorial service East Lansing (Mich.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/778d823e4ca09d666a48ee496d9decf7.jpg 0291b76db6a9b7306bb77bdf77b90e16 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Douglas R. Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_D292-0023 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1963-11-22 Title A name given to the resource JFK Memorial Service, East Lansing, Michigan Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of the memorial service in honor of President John F. Kennedy that was held in East Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, the church pews are full of people honoring the life of the President and grieving the loss after his assassination. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 Memorial service East Lansing (Mich.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. 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Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_D295-0032 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1963-11-25 Title A name given to the resource JFK Memorial Service, Michigan State Capitol Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of a group of servicemen and families standing on the steps of the Michigan State Capitol in honor of President John F. Kennedy during the memorial held in Lansing, Michigan, after his assassination. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 Memorial service Lansing (Mich.) Michigan State Capitol (Lansing, Mich.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. 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Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_D295-0034 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1963-11-25 Title A name given to the resource JFK Memorial Service, Michigan State Capitol Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of a group of gentlemen and servicemen standing on the steps of the Michigan State Capitol in honor of President John F. Kennedy during the memorial held in Lansing, Michigan, after his assassination. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 Memorial service Lansing (Mich.) Michigan State Capitol (Lansing, Mich.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. 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Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. 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Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_D295-0015 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1963-11-25 Title A name given to the resource JFK Memorial Service, Michigan State Capitol Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of a group of U.S. Army servicemen doing a demonstration in honor of President John F. Kennedy, as a part of the memorial service held at the Michigan State Capitol in Lansing, Michigan. In the photograph, a large crowd of people and families are gathered on the front lawn of the State Capitol Building next to the bronze statue of Austin Blair commemorating Michigan's Civil War Governor who served the state from 1861 to 1865. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 Memorial service Lansing (Mich.) Michigan State Capitol (Lansing, Mich.) United States Army Blair, Austin, 1818-1894 Michigan. Governor (1861-1865 : Blair) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. 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Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_D296-0027 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1963-11-25 Title A name given to the resource JFK Memorial Service, Michigan State Capitol Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of a group of servicemen and community members gathered on the steps of the Michigan State Capitol as a part of the memorial service honoring President John F. Kennedy in Lansing, Michgan. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Kennedy, John F. (John Fitzgerald), 1917-1963 Memorial service Lansing (Mich.) Michigan State Capitol (Lansing, Mich.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. 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Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/d5ec16d755532bbef1ce6d09f1beb288.mp4 fd083317bfe7abdbed55b62b1d3d6d48 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/4ea30830d7424f319c315b45a6d2e9e2.pdf 5f00b4661883bc3e49456009f2ca00f2 PDF Text Text ORAL HISTORY INTERVIEW Tom Jillson Interviewed by: James Smither PhD, GVSU Veterans History Project, Transcribed by: Joan Raymer, November 19, 2013 Interviewer: Mr. Jillson, can you begin by giving us a little bit of background on yourself, starting with where and when were you born? Sure, I was born in 1947 at Butterworth Hospital, right here in the Grand Rapids area. East Grand Rapids is where we lived, in the home of Gerald Ford, and my family did know and meet them. As a matter of fact, drove to Washington DC and met them and went through the oval office when he was down there, as a matter of fact. And I had conversations, through the mail, with Gerald Ford. It was kind of interesting growing up in East Grand Rapids, and it’s a little better to do area and surprisingly, most of the kids that graduated high school in East Grand Rapids went on to college, immediately, and I’m sure my parents had that plan for me as well. Interviewer: What did your father do for a living? My father was an insurance state agent, which meant he was a consultant, effectively, to the agents around the state of Michigan. 1:05 He traveled and he was home, probably, most every weekend, but the four days in the middle of the week, he was out visiting throughout the state. Halfway through my growing up he got transferred to Traverse City, Michigan and started a home office for the Home Insurance Company, in his home, and traveled from there, which was a lot less cumbersome for us, because we got to have him home a lot more, at that time. But, that was only three years and it was 7th, 8th, 9th and partway into the 10th grade and then we moved back down to East Grand Rapids and I took over my high school work at East Grand Rapids High School. About the time I 1 �was ready to graduate a buddy of mine decided that it was time to go and look at the military and see what the recruiters had to say, so I went along with him. 2:02 he didn’t join, but I did, that same day as a matter of fact. I joined the Air Force and got kind of excited about it. The reason I chose the Air Force is my brother Victor, who's a few years older than me, a twin to my brother David, joined the Air Force and was stationed in Biloxi, Mississippi, working in electronics and that was exciting to me. Electronics technology, and when he came home on leave he would build a radio, or something like that, and I got really excited that the Air Force could do that kind of thing for people. So, that was kind of what I had in mind, I wanted to join the air force, learn technology, and I did. As a matter of fact, in the first few months I got into technology. Halfway through my training, which I’ll get into in just a moment, but first of all I joined in June, graduated in June, joined in June, and was shipped out to Detroit to get mustered in and do all the paperwork. 3:05 It took about three or four days to get through all the mustering process because I had some hearing problems they said, so they put me through all sorts of tests and finally passed me through and sent me down to Lackland Air Force Base for basic training. This was right at the beginning of the real rush of kids joining the military, because of Vietnam in 1965. Interviewer: That rush to join the military, was that a rush to avoid being drafted or was it a call coming out to serve your country, because they needed people? I felt the patriotism the reason that I joined. I felt the draw, because I wanted to get in the military, I wanted to help stop the bad things that were going on. I don’t think it had anything to do with missing the draft, and again, I’d only been eighteen for a few weeks and it hadn’t even entered my mind that would happen. 4:00 It didn’t bother me, 2 �because I was ready for it and it was the right thing to do. College material, I could have gone to college and probably would have signed up for Grand Rapids Community College in the autumn, but I heard the nice recruiter talking about all the things I could get out of the military, education benefits, which I did use once I got out. When I joined the air force, got switched down to Texas, to get into Lackland Air Force Base, they had shortened the basic training from the normal thirteen weeks, or twelve weeks, to about a five to six week impacted training, and then they would send us out to whatever training we were going to go through for our career and finish it up at that point. Interviewer: Describe that first phase of training and what that experience was like. The Lackland Air Force Base and the basic training, I talked about it many times, and as a matter of fact, when my older brother, the twin of Victor, who had already been in and out of the air force, joined about a year and a half later and I’d visited him at Lackland Air Force Base when he was going through it. 5:08 The proof of what I’m going to say, I can describe as I watched him. Lackland Air force Base, or any basic training for any military purposes, and they can attest to this, I think their job is to break you down to a two year old and then build you back up into a man or woman, if it’s a woman joining the military. They did a very, very good job of making you feel totally inadequate, but then start building some belief in myself and to trust in the people that were directing me, the officers and NCO’s, etc., that were in control of whatever our lives were at that time. We learned how to dress, we learned how to shave, and we learned how to make sure our haircut looked good, polish our shoes. 6:00 To spend four hours polishing your shoes to the spit shine, shine seemed like a very inane thing to do, however it was important to the process, to make us feel proud of what we had. If there was a little dot of water on 3 �our shoe, we knew that it was a bad thing. Today I don’t care if I walk through the snow and ice, but back then it made a big difference. Interviewer: Did you have a sense that the people who were, the drill instructors and so forth, that there was sort of a logic to it and if you learn to do it their way you were fine, or did they play more games with your head than that? They played a lot of games with all of our heads and some of the people that were appointed as our student, or our squad leaders, or whatever, that weren’t any further along than we were, but were somehow recognized as being a leader, or having leadership talent, I don’t think that they had a clue of what the overall plan of what basic training was, but certainly there was a plan. 7:08 The intent had probably worked for two hundred years, to bring somebody in, getting them to trust the people that were going to tell them what to do when they got to the battlefield, or whatever else. To be able to respond quickly in the way they were told to and not just start thinking, “Maybe that’s not a good idea. Maybe I’ll just not do that”. Anyway, they got to that point with all of us. Sergeant Cahill, I remember him to this day getting right up to my nose and looking for the whiskers that—I hadn’t grown any beard up to that point, or anything else and that’s why I kind of have one now. I had to be clean shaven and they ran me through the whole role, noticed that I had a couple whiskers showing and I should have shaved better, or whatever. He was a nice guy, but you couldn’t see that during the day. 8:03 You could only see that during his down time, and whenever we got a chance to just sit down and you know, whatever. He would drink a beer and we would drink our milk until we turned twenty-one. Interviewer: Now, when you got through that phase, what did you do next? 4 �That phase went so quickly, it was unbelievable. I learned marching tactics and I learned all sorts of things. We did an awful lot of marching and an awful lot of calisthenics and an awful lot of that kind of stuff. It felt like a couple of weeks went by and all of a sudden the six weeks was over and I was shipped out to where--I didn’t know where I was going to, they didn’t tell me that I was going to go up to Chanute Air Force Base in Illinois and learn electronics. I said, “Fine, that sounds good”, and they wanted me to get into this electronics that was a fifty-four week training program. “Okay, that’s technology, that’s exciting, that’s building the radios that my brother did.” 9:03 The interesting thing is, that it was really geared toward the “Hound Dog Missile”, which was phased out before I got done with training, so they transferred me out of that. But, during that period of time, since I was in the long electronics course, there were some people that came in just to be an electrician. They might have been there for twelve weeks, or sixteen weeks and then they’re gone. I was in the fifty-four week program, so almost immediately, when I got to Chanute Air Force Base, I was appointed as a “Green Rope”, which was a squad leader and holding that green rope just meant that I had a little bit of authority over these six or seven guys that were in my barracks. After that first batch of kids had graduated and gone to being an electrician, or whatever else, I was appointed as a “Red Rope”. I’d moved up a stage, which meant I was in charge of a whole squadron—a whole; I think it was larger than a squadron. 10:00 I can’t remember what the group was, but that “Red Rope” meant that “Green Ropes” reported to me and we had discussions about what to do about specific infractions of the rules, you know, to make things nicer for the kids that were—I always called them kids once I got to that authority level and I was younger than most of them. Some of the fellas came in halfway through 5 �college or at twenty or twenty-one years old and here I am still eighteen or nineteen. But, that didn’t matter, nor did it matter even for the career folks. They always had young kids coming in as 2nd Lieutenants that were their boss, regardless if they’d been in the service for thirty years, but they only had seven stripes and reported to this little guy that came in new and had been in the military for two weeks, and the 2nd Lieutenant could tell him what to do. It was an interesting hierarchy and it didn’t take me long to realize that I was not going to be a career military. 11:03 I was in there for the short term, I was in there for my four years of duty and that was it. But, I also felt that I really wanted to do what I joined the military for, and thinking Vietnam at that I joined, I wanted to get to Vietnam. I didn’t think I was going to get there. After Chanute, after the training the decision halfway through that the Hound Dog Missile’s not going to go forward, that we’re not going to continue this program for these folks, you have a choice, you can either get into cryptology or you can get in accounting, and I didn’t think that cryptology was really career directed towards outside the military, and I knew I wasn’t going to be career military, so I chose accounting and that was probably a good move. They switched me down to Webb Air Force Base, which is a little base in Texas, in West Texas. 12:00 When I flew in the first time to that base, in the airplane I looked out the windows and there were lights forever. I thought it was the biggest city in world and, “How come I didn’t hear about this?” We got down there and found the town was probably about thirty-six hundred people, maybe four thousand people, and all these lights were the oil wells in West Texas. We flew into that and realized this was just the towers and the pumps out there in the wilderness. In Texas, West Texas, there’s nothing for fifty miles in every direction. The town was called Big Spring and the big spring was 6 �a little tiny trickle at the park in the middle of town, and that was about it. The closest actual water that you could swim in was seventeen miles out of town. It was a leveed up reservoir and it was kind of interesting and we drove out there quite a few times. I worked like a regular job for two and a half years while I was stationed in Texas and got to know a lot of the local folks and meet some of the families of some of the other people that lived in that area. 13:06 My roommate happened to be in charge of the civilian, or actually the kids of the military. I can’t remember what they actually called it, it was not a U.S.O., or something like that and we had those as well. They had a place where the kids of the officers could go to and kind of play and he was the director of that, so I got to go along with him on his job quite often and he got to meet quite a few of the folks. I suspect it was my relationship with one of the Colonel’s daughters that perked him up a bit and that’s probably why I ended up going to Vietnam. He said, “I don’t think so”, so he shipped me out. Interviewer: What did your duties actually consist of while you there on the base? I was in accounting and there I was a straight accounting clerk. I did payroll, runs, interestingly, computers, which is what I’m doing now; I work for a company called Trivalant, which is a network group now. 14:05 Back then I was a key punch operator. Even in the mid-sixties I was working in computers and technology, but the interesting thing then was, instead of doing paychecks we would do these keypunch cards and there was a keypunch card for every employee, every payroll run , and we’d have to take that box of cards for all these folks over to the computer, run them through to alphabetize them twenty-six times, one for every letter of the alphabet to get them all A through Z. then we would carry that back and we’d actually run those cards through a check printer 7 �that duplicate the information, basically, on the check and put the payroll together. I also did temporary duty. Probably the most important thing that happened during those two and a half years was I learned my first sales words from one of the clerks that worked alongside of me and his name was Bill Boyer. 15:03 I couldn’t figure out why all these officers and all these folks that came in to do their temporary paperwork would always gravitate towards Bill rather than me. At that particular time in my life I couldn’t understand why anybody would spend any moments of their life talking about sports, or talking about anything besides the business at hand. My job was my job and that was why I was there, but Bill always took the time to listen. He never shared one thing about him, he always listened and what he always said to people was, “Is that right? That’s really interesting, what else happened?” He asked questions and he showed interest and he showed me, really, how to sell. To listen and to care about people and it was not overt for him, he didn’t know he was this, but I was learning from him and I really appreciated that. 16:05 That memory has stuck with me all the way through. I didn’t become a sales person, I was an accountant at that time, remember, and I didn’t become a sales person until, probably, two years after I got out of the military and realized—put those two pieces together ad kind of went on in that direction. Interviewer: At that time, there was no particular profit to be generated by you coming to that realization? No commissions, or anything else, but it’s just that I felt, “Why do they like him and why do they not like me?” Well, it’s because he cared and he didn’t do anything different except listen, so I learned how to listen at that time. 8 �Interviewer: And you knew the Colonel’s daughter well enough to get sent somewhere else. Yeah Interviewer: How was that, did you just get a notice sent to you? Absolutely, and it wasn’t too long after a couple dates and she probably mentioned to her dad that she was seeing this enlisted guy and he probably shook his head and I think I even got sent to talk to the Chaplain for a moment to hear him say, “It’s probably not a good idea for you to go along with your buddy to the Spice anymore and see this particular girl”. 17:11 Whatever, she was good, I mean it was nice and I was a good straight up guy, but it still wasn’t something that he wanted to deal with. At least that’s my suspicion; I have no proof other than the Chaplain telling me that. But yes, I just did get a notice that within two weeks I would be shipped out and I had two weeks of vacation, or two weeks of leave that I could take beforehand. I went back home, got ready, got shipped out to—took an airplane, took a commercial plane over to California and waited for three days to get a transport plane. We were expecting to take a commercial plane over there and by the time three days had gone by and we’re sitting in this airport, we were ready to take anything. 18:04 We ended up going on a transport plane, a C-140, with a box, a cardboard box of sandwiches that was our lunch as we went over there. We stopped in Hawaii for about thirty-five minutes and I happened to know the senior master sergeant that was stationed with me back in Texas that was stationed there, so I called him and let him know that I was coming in. He hustled over and we got to talk to each other for about fifteen minutes and then I had to take off. We went over to Wake Island, which was a—you say Wake Island and you think that’s an actual place to 9 �go, but there were like about twelve people on the island wearing T-shirts and shorts and that was it. We got more gas, flew out and dropped off some boxes that we had taken to them and flew over to Da Nang. We landed in Da Nang on April 18th, I believe and it was 1968. 19:04 It was a good time, we came in during the day and it was a good time just to get adjusted for about three days. I didn’t know where I was going to be, or what I was—who I was going to work for, or whatever, but it was quickly assigned where I was going to be in the barracks with the other accounting folks. My only task for the first six months was to be a clerk at the airport, at where all the airplanes come in for all the military coming into the country, or the military going out of country and going back home, or even civilians. The first five or six months I had to meet every airplane and what that entailed was one airplane. Almost every day it was one airplane about eleven o’clock at night, so the good news about that was I didn’t have to work during the day, didn’t have to report to the office, didn’t have to do anything, I just waited until the airplane showed up. 20:00 It was about a forty-five to fifty minute task to make sure everybody went through and traded their money from green money they couldn’t use in country to the military pay certificates, which I traded for each one of the quarters, dines, nickel’s in dollars, ten dollars and twenty, I think we had the twenties at that time. Interviewer: So, why wouldn’t they just let people use American money or bring their money in with them? A couple of reasons, first of all, green money around the world is always on the black market, people wanting to get the green money just for whatever reason and there was a value to it, so you would actually pay more in whatever trade that they were giving, so we wanted to keep it out of the military hands. That was the intent of the military pay 10 �certificates and that had happened since WWII. Every conflict, every combat zone, folks were given this paper money. 21:00 Another couple of reasons why is because of the jingling change that the marines and the army didn’t want in their pockets, because it would be a giveaway that somebody was there if you’re trying to hide and that’s not a good thing, but a little piece of paper, which is worth five cents, doesn’t jingle. So, they wanted to get the change out of the hands of the military as well. So truly, every dine, every penny, not pennies, they could keep pennies for whatever reason, but there wasn’t that many of them, obviously, but every nickel up had to be switched for paper and that was my job. The first five months I did that and then I did get a couple tasks of taking cash out of the office in Da Nang and we had to take a helicopter, or a transport plane, or whatever down to a couple little cities, or towns around, to pay contractors, Australian contractors, Canadian contractors, and others. 22:03 Some of them didn’t want checks, some of them didn’t want MPC’s, so we had to actually take them green money. I had a Marine sergeant that went with me, he was my guard, and we never really got into too much trouble. I had the bracelet around my wrist taking this money down to them and the Marine sergeant was my body guard for that purpose. We went down to Pleiku, which is a little town, probably, forty miles or fifty miles south of Da Nang. Da Nang was right on the border right near the demilitarized zone. Da Nang was an interesting place too, the China Beach television show was taken on China Beach, which was about twelve or thirteen miles out of town and right on the ocean. An interesting thing I mentioned in the first five months, I didn’t work except at night, so I had to find things to do during the day and one of the interesting things I did was I found a camera. 23:03 I had television in my barracks, so everybody kind of gathered into my booth, my little 11 �cube that I lived in, to watch, I think we had Bonanza, and we even had Star Trek at that time and that was a fun time, we actually had good times. I had the benefit of getting to know some of the people that were in the barracks all day long, because I had nothing better to do, no work to do, no work assigned until the first sergeant found out that I was free and found things for me to do. We played cards, and I didn’t see, but I’m sure there was stuff going around. You always hear about Vietnam and drugs and all that kind of thing, but I did not see that. I guess the crowd that gathered around me, and the crowd that happened to be around me, was not that group. Interviewer: You were in a barracks with a bunch of accountants, right? 24:00 Well yeah, maybe that’s it, that’s the reason, but we did get into poker and we did get into roulette wheels and we did get into some of the gambling stuff, which was somewhat condoned. We did it openly, out in the middle of the barracks. Barracks, barracks and then the latrines were all up the middle of the area and the inside of those barracks was where the airplanes, fighter jets, and everything, were kind of stores, but it was interesting to me that around the perimeter of the base they put the personnel, knowing that the rickets and snipers and everything else were right on the outside edge. There were two fences right on the outside edge with barbed wire and control towers and everything else, two separated lines in the demilitarized zone we had around our base. It was probably about forty yards between those two fences. 25:00 The other interesting thing to me too was, along with the personnel and the barracks around the edge of the base, the hospital was set right on the corner, on the outside edge, where the helicopter came in to bring in the wounded and everything else, was right there on the edge and we’d always have snipers out there just taking pot shots at the helicopter pilots and it 12 �didn’t seem smart to me. But, that’s the way they built the base and intended it. I guess there’s no protection when you’re flying in anyway, whether you’re sixty yards further in, or whatever. Interviewer: In general, what was the country like was it hilly or really flat? The monsoon area, the area that I was in had a lot of vegetation. The interesting thing in the buildings that we worked and lived in, when we first got there we were interested to find that in the United States you see all the plugs in the walls close to the floor, just a foot and a half up from the floor. 26:04 All the power and everything else was five feet up, they were up in the middle of the wall and we could never figure it out until monsoon season came through and the water in our accounting offices, and everything else, everything was built to withstand about a foot and a half of water trenching through there for two, or three, or five day period of time when the monsoons would hit. But Vietnam, in that area, was very lush a lot trees, a lot of green, a lot of dirt roads, there was almost nothing paved, but between Da Nang and China Beach there was a good paved highway and every day there was probably six, or seven, buses that would take us from the base out to China Beach, so we could actually go to the beach, and the beach was fun. It was probably the most beautiful beach I’ve ever been on. 27:01 We had about seven, or eight military guys on blankets and there were no girls. There was a whole batch of Vietnamese kids that would hover on the edge of the beach, kind of down towards town. They weren’t really allowed on the beach, per se, but sometimes they got there and there wasn’t any way to keep them off. It was interesting that after I’d been there, probably, three, four, or five months and got to know some of the people around and even some of the kids and got to recognize them, and they got to recognize me, that sometimes they 13 �would steal things from blankets when military guys would go into the water, or whatever. You’ve got to watch out for the water in Vietnam too, the jellyfish, sharks, and all sorts of stuff. I learned that first hand on seeing those jellyfish, “Oh those are pretty”, and they’re kind of dangerous too, so don’t step on them. 28:00 But anyway, the beach is beautiful, they even had a PX, which was a store, and they had a restaurant where you could get a hamburger, you could get french fries, you could get a milk shake, of course I only made twenty-one hundred dollars the year I was in Vietnam, so I didn’t have a lot of cash to spend, but a hamburger only cost fifteen cents. You’ve got to realize that cigarettes only cost twenty-one cents, but we were rationed and I didn’t smoke, so I had a little more extra money than some of the folks. I could trade my rations to somebody else that smoked, twenty-one cents, or whatever, I didn’t care. Interviewer: Aside from going to the beach when you were going off base, was there anyplace else you could go? Well, there’s certainly places to go, there was an NCO club, which I went to all the time, and I would also go to the—not the NCO, just the enlisted club, but they had shows that would come in. 29:00 Monkey Mountain, if you’ve ever heard that term in Vietnam, was very close to us as well and that was where the marines were stationed. They garnered quite a few national, international, stars that would come over. Bob Hope got there, I think, one time during the year, but I couldn’t get out there, I was either working, probably meeting that airplane, or whatever when he was in town, but there were several important people that would come, and there were some singers and the ones that we really enjoyed the most were the Korean bands that would come in and imitate American singers. Those guys were fantastic, they couldn’t speak English, but they could sing 14 �those songs. I’m sure there was Chuck Berry in every single one of them and they did some good stuff. I actually had a pretty good time most of the time that I was in Vietnam. 30:01 There were good people and I made some good friendships. I actually worked part time for the Chase Manhattan Bank that also had an office. I was in accounting and they needed tellers and they hired a fella by the name of Rumbah, I can’t remember his first name that worked with me. They hired me just to be a clerk, probably for only four months, but I always tell people that in Vietnam I worked for Chase Manhattan Bank. I was just a teller for that, but it really was just a part time thing. I was really a teller for the government. The last six months, besides taking some cash, and that only happened three or four time, to some contractors I was assigned the negative side of trading those military facetive tickets, instead of meeting the airplanes for the guys coming in and going out, I had to go to the hospitals and go from bed to bed to bed for that were either wounded or getting shipped back because they were sick or whatever else. 31:05 if they were ill mentally, or whatever else, I had to go and take their cash and trade that for them as well and I guess I got good at it because that kept me in that job until I was ready to leave. I was looking forward to it every minute and sang the songs like everybody else did and it was getting short and getting ready to get out of the military. When I did I was right out of the military, but it was a couple of months before my four years was up, but it was time. It was a good four years, the second piece of the story happened to be mustering out and being told, “You shouldn’t wear your uniform outside the base, because people don’t like the military and they don’t like the Vietnam War”. I know I heard part of that, but I never really realized how negative the feeling was and how pervasive the feeling was about Vietnam. 32:06 I thought I was doing 15 �something good, I was very patriotic about it and I was getting paid, I don’t know, twenty-five extra dollars, because of being in a combat zone, and I finally fulfilled the reason I joined the military by getting to Vietnam and I thank that Colonel for that. I would have felt cheated spending four years in the military, during Vietnam, sitting in Texas, or sitting anyplace. I’m glad I went and I’m glad I was there. I grew up a lot , I was ready for college when I got out of the military and I wasn’t ready before I got into the military. But, the interesting story that has to be told about anybody that was in Vietnam, at that time, is the attitude for the next ten years after I got out of the military. Nobody wanted to hear the stories, nobody could drag out those intimate little things that happened during that particular day, or that particular time, nobody wanted to hear it. 33:01 My parents didn’t want to hear it. You know, I told them one or two stories and okay, that was enough. Now they know everything about what I did in the military. Go on to what’s going to happen in the future, none of my friends wanted to talk about it and it just didn’t come up in normal conversation. Probably seven or eight months after I got out of the air force, maybe it was even later than that, maybe it was like 1972, a couple of years later, that the state of Michigan sent us a check saying, “Thank you for your work in Vietnam”, and it was a check for fifty bucks, and it was almost like a slap in the face. Every single one of us that ever talked about it said, “I can buy dinner, and thank, oh boy”. It wasn’t a thank you , it was sweeping us under the carpet and saying that they did something for us. For fifty bucks, I didn’t do that for fifty bucks, I didn’t do that for anything but the freedoms of the United States and everything else. 34:03 maybe I was misguided, I don’t know, but I think I wasn’t, I think I did the right thing. It wasn’t until ten years, maybe twelve, fifteen years afterwards that I took a job, took an advisory 16 �position, at a company in Holland, Michigan called Can-Do, which is a help group that does interviewing and resume building and they do a lot of things for people that are looking for work. I think they do the unemployment activities in Ottawa County as well. Can-Do was a helping group that had an advisory group that was really what the advisors did was to refer volunteers, find placed that would give money and whatever else. We were just basically advisors of how to do the training and how to do some of this other stuff. 35:02 I was invited to be an advisor and it sounded like a great idea, so I did. The person that met me at the door and was going to drive me over to where this first meeting was, was a fellow my the name of Michael Vu and I’m sure his first name wasn’t really Michael, it was probably Wung Phau Vu, or something like that, but he changed it and Enlishized it when he got shopped over as a young kid, probably ten or twelve years old in 1972 when they escaped from Vietnam and come over to the United States and centered there. He was the one that happened to pick me up and I noticed that he was Vietnamese. You can tell the difference between a Vietnamese, a Korean and Chinese person once you’ve been there and know. There are major differences, and he was, obviously, a very nice young Vietnamese fella. I mentioned that I was in Vietnam and his eyes got wide. 36:01 He stopped the car, we were already driving, he stopped the car, I didn’t know what the heck was happening, he got out of the car, came around to the side where I was, made me get out of the car, held out his hand and shook my hand and said, “Thank you”. I’m going to do it again, I cried, I had ever been told “Thank you”, except for that stupid fifty dollars. Nobody had cared, but I got it from him and he had made it his mission and his issue to say “Thank you “ to everyone that he ever met that 17 �was in Vietnam and did that job. So, I made it my issue and my mission, to do the same thing, so I’m sorry to choke up like that. 37:01 Interviewer: The contrast to that response, coming home, is pretty traumatic and it’s a reminder here that we were in places like Korea and Vietnam. And we wonder if that will come out, in the end, for Iraq and Afghanistan as well. Many of the people who were there actually saw what the Americans were doing as something other than being a bunch of imperialists, or whatever, and that they really were people and they were trying to help. You have to remember that the story is that complicated and that’s part of it too. It wasn’t so much the time I spent in the military, because I knew what I was doing then, but it was the fifteen years between leaving and being told that the muster out saying, “You might not want to wear your uniform out there. As a matter of fact, if you don’t need them, throw them away”, and I did, which is kind of—I feel really bad about that because I could have used those fifteen o’fives in some of these military parades that they have on Veterans Day and the Fourth of July, and marched in and walked in as a veteran, but I didn’t have my uniforms and I would have liked to have kept that. 38:04 I think I kept the hat with the emblem on it, but that was it and I didn’t have the rest of the blues. But, it was that fifteen years of wanting to talk, I’m sure, wanting to just get it off and talk about all the good, bad, or indifferent things that happened, and things I saw, especially the bed to bed in the hospitals, but nobody wanted to hear it, but he wanted to say, “Thank you”. Interviewer: Now, I want to back up to a couple other dimensions of that period in Vietnam. You were talking about the layout of the base and driven away as a 18 �perimeter and talking about having rockets fired at you. To what extent were you aware, while you were there, that you were in a war zone? You had, in many ways, a civilian type job, but was there—did the base get fired upon and regularly and by what? 39:03 Probably once a month, or so, and maybe a couple times during the Tet period and whatever. Rockets were definitely sent at us and what was kind of interesting about that is we could hear those rockets coming from way away, and we could almost tell how far past, or whether they were coming close or whatever else. A lot of the fellas got kind of jaded, they thought they could tell that the rocket wasn’t going to touch the barracks, or whatever else, so they just stayed in their beds, or whatever. I was pretty conscientious about getting out and getting down to that bunker myself. But a couple times it was kind of interesting. After the rocket attack, it might have been ten o’clock in the morning or the middle of the day and you get these rockets coming over and it wasn’t always at two o’clock in the morning, in the middle of the night. These guys would sit out, probably half a mile from the base, and they’d just set up this little launching pad and they’d lob a couple of rockets in. 40:05 What they were trying to do was take out the airplanes and jets that were in the center, or maybe the Huey helicopters, or whatever. But, I saw the devastation that those rockets made even in the middle of the street, right in front of our barracks, where one hit. It blasted the concrete and the tar, or whatever was on there, probably six or seven inches, completely away. A seven or eight foot hole went down about eight feet, but the military was so good at repairing things that probably within forty-five minutes you couldn’t tell it was ever done. They filled up that hole, they put that stuff back on the—you could see that it wasn’t the way it was before, but it was solid 19 �and ready to drive over in forty-five minutes to an hour. I’ve got a lot of pictures of the things that—things like that, but I didn’t get really close. 41:02 The only times I was ever really given a gun, a rifle, I can’t call it a gun, it was a rifle, was a couple times when we had noticed that the insurgents, or the Vietcong, were close, because we were close to the demilitarized zone, we were close to the north. They were coming close and they were in the area, and they would issue us, if we were on call for protection of the perimeter, they would issue us a rifle and six bullets. I was always wondering what good were six bullets. I mean, and if I see somebody I would probably shoot all six and now what do I do, walk away or run, or whatever? Is seems like they should have given us enough to get us by for the whole evening, or whatever. This was a semi—M-16. Interviewer: So, it was pretty easy to squeeze off all six bullets. Yeah, bam and they’re all gone. 42:02 Interviewer: So, you had, sort of, regular Army and Marine guards, or things like that, around the base? Sure, we had the guys in the huts around the edge and we also had the MP’s that were always there. They were really in charge of the perimeter guard, but me as an accountant; I guess that I was on call a couple of times, because I remember getting that rifle and the issue of the six bullets. Interviewer: Once you had the rifle, what did you do? We were actually led out to one edge of the airport and we were stationed there and spread out with one or two people that were kind of in charge of the group, and they would just leave us there for forty-five minutes and never saw anything, maybe closer to 20 �two or three hours and never saw or heard anything, so then they got us up and walked us back and we turned in our rifle and turned in our bullets. Interviewer: Now, did it appear there were sniper attacks, did that go on? 43:02 I didn’t see any, or hear any, but I heard about several of them that were sniping at the helicopters that were coming off the helicopter pad by the hospital. I got told by the nurses, again I got to know the nurses and I got to know the folks over at the hospital when I was going through and stationed at that particular point in the accounting office. But, I got to know some of the Vietnamese mamasans that worked in the different barracks, to clean up. There was at least two assigned to every building. Interesting people and I even got invited to one of their homes for an evening meal, which was unheard of. I didn’t know of anybody else that got that kind of invitation, so I must have done something right, or whatever. She invited me to meet her parents and they lived in a little village kind of connected to the base, but not on the base. 44:01 We had to actually go through the exit gate, but their little hut was outside of that. I had a dinner that I could not describe and I had no idea what we were eating, but I did my best at tasting. Interviewer: Were there concerns, or security concerns, about any Vietnamese people working on the base? Of course, we always worried about what these—and I guess they had some kind of interview process and whatever else, but some of the mamasans were fifty years old and some of them could have been thirty years old and looked fifty as well, I don’t know, but some of them were twelve, thirteen and fourteen years old. The interesting thing is that they have different concepts of what’s right and what’s moral, or whatever. Nudity is not 21 �anything to them and they would go in these barracks and the mamasans would walk right down where all the guys were taking their showers and they’d be taking their own shower. 45:04 It didn’t matter to them. It’s just an interesting concept to adjust to. There was no sex involved, it was just weird. They just don’t have the same feelings about some of the things that we do, but they were there just as part of the family and their jobs, and, actually, one of the things I liked about it was, they would polish our shoes. They wouldn’t do the spit shine stuff, but they would polish our shoes, they would dust the room, make the beds, even, for those folks that weren’t there during the day and it was kind of like having a maid. Interviewer: Were there other Vietnamese working on the base other than military or civilians? A few, there were definitely some translators that we needed. We had some translators on the accounting office that we pulled in whenever one of the foreign nationals or one of the military of the Vietnam that were working with us would come in and they’d have money and we’d have to switch that over, or they’d have some other business to do with the accounting office and we’d have to talk to. 46:07 We had half a dozen of the secretaries who were Vietnamese girls that worked in our accounting office and, certainly, there were the waitresses in the different places. They weren’t all military employees that worked in the restaurants and the NCO and officers clubs. There were quite a few civilians that worked throughout the base. Interviewer: What were the dates that you were actually in Vietnam? April of 1968 through April of 1969. 22 �Interviewer: That’s a period when you had-- the Tet Offensive started early in the year and then you had the ramifications that played out after that. Yeah, we knew it was going on, but it didn’t feel any different on a day to day basis. Whether that was going on or it was just—we saw heightened activities going on, more trucks going in and out and marines coming through. 47:07 Air Force, Marines and Army have a great relationship, especially at the supply folks. Marines seem to get the better food for whatever reason. Interviewer: That’s not what the Marines will tell you. You know, except they traded most of that food to get other things that they wanted like boots and we—for whatever reason the Air Force got better boots, better fatigues, I don’t know, whatever, but they wanted to trade those things over. But, we had a lot of steak outings thanks to the Marines, but they also wanted their money taken care of too, so we kind of had something over them and we took care of the finances for a lot of the different military activities, it wasn’t just Air Force. Interviewer: Did you have any idea sense of how the war effort, itself, was going? We were pretty well kept in touch with it. 48:00 Whether it was reality or not, I don’t know. We had the—we definitely had the local radio stations, and because I had the only TV set in the area, I got to see some of the little Vietnam news stations and some of it was overlaid with American words and stuff and it was kind of fun to try to understand what was going on from their aspect as well. It was probably even less sophisticated than the community type TV station like this. I mean, they had TV stations, but they were probably put in the back room of a warehouse or something and they put a camera up and 23 �started shooting. They would do news articles and they would have some woman talk about the weather, or whatever and it was kind of fun to watch that. Interviewer: Did you have any sense of whether the war effort itself was going well or not? 49:00 I still don’t know how it was going. To this day I really don’t know if there was an up and down. We were there for a particular job, and I was there for a totally different job than fighting the war. I was just support. Accounting and finance and doing paperwork and making sure the cogs of the business actually went through. Interviewer: I guess the place where you would see a certain amount of it would be when you would go into the hospital and so forth, when you’re dealing with the wounded men and that kind of thing. Sure, and talking to the Marine guys that we got to know. Even out to China Beach when I was on my little daily R&R’s. I tell you, I went out there as often as I possibly could, so I took—the bus driver knew me by name, so I’d get on there and we’d have a nice ride. I would take pictures of some of the—he would actually drive a little bit different once in a while, so I could see and take pictures of some of the fancier homes. 50:00 There were fancy homes over there and there were gates communities over there. I’ve even gotten pictures of, what looked like to me, a mansion that had a nice cement wall built around it and nice foliage in there and a bunch of people hanging around in there. Very oriental looking, but it was, really, kind of cool. The driver would take me into the different areas. Now, downtown Da Nang and downtown Pleiku, it could not possibly be considered a downtown anyplace else, but in those areas. The dirt roads that were the side streets that were narrow enough to get, maybe, two motorcycles and maybe three 24 �bicycles, but not two cars at the same time going down those roads. The things I was looking for to take pictures of, totally different than East Grand Rapids, Michigan, or Hudsonville, where I live now, or anything else in the United States. 51:04 There are no places in the whole United States that I can even imagine that were anything close to this and I’ve been to the four corners, I’ve been out to Arizona and I’ve driven through the deserts out there. That is not what I mean, this is where people live that are so at the low end of the scales, in terms of homes and housing, and yearly and annual incomes, and all that kind of thing. I don’t think they had much, but there are also, the hierarchy, the people that ran the government, and I’m sure they had those nice homes. Somebody had money, someplace, but what they did and how they got through day to day, I don’t know and I don’t know what they were. Interviewer: It was part of a larger political issue. A sure thing when you have people living in that much poverty. That much money and that much poverty with nothing in between and there’s nothing in between. There’s no middle class and I never saw a middle class at all. Interviewer: You talked about going into, and seeing, downtown Da Nang or Pleiku, or so forth. What occasions did you have to go into those places? 52:04 The reason I went to Pleiku was to take money to contractors. Something, probably, in my Captain’s head decided that I would be a good person to send out there. It was not an overt progression; it was just that one day I got this assignment. Interviewer: That was a little further away, now did people go off the base and into DA Nang for any reason otherwise? 25 �No, you had to have a special pass; you had to have a special reason. You had to have escort. They were not able to just walk off the base and just wander around in Vietnam. You didn’t do that and they had to know where you were, you had to have a pass, you had to have papers, you had to have reasons. Even if you’re going close to the edge of the base, you had to be—you could be collared and questioned and try to figure out why you’re doing something that’s a little abnormal. 53:02 Interviewer: It makes for a kind of insular existence there with the base and with these people and you’re aware of certain parts of what’s going on around you, but not necessarily others and you focus pretty much on the task. You focus on the task and what was interesting is that most people worked, went to the NCO Club. They had slot machines and, you know, it was fun, it was—they had drinks and they were cheap. You could get almost anything you needed to for a nickel. I mean, it was just—the PX down the street, or the PX that you could get to the store. You could buy anything that you wanted at government discount rate or whatever. Money was not too much of an issue. Nobody had any, we only had probably seventy-five dollars every paycheck, or even that, I wouldn’t be surprised. We had everything taken care of, we had our clothes and we had our housing, and medical, everything was taken care of there. 54:04 If we had a toothache, or something, we could get that taken care of at no cost. I can’t imagine wanting for much, except, maybe, a picture frame or a radio. I did get a nice camera while I was over there. I got an Ishika. Hong Kong people would come over and they would build you a suit for seventeen dollars, or eighteen dollars. A complete suit, coat, vest, pants, and they fit it to you and everything else for eighteen bucks and that was it. I did take my R&R to Australia and I had a wonderful time in Australia. 26 �That could be another forty-five minutes of discussion just for the two weeks I was down there. I got conned by a guy in Australia that said he worked for the Australian Embassy. I found out much later that he didn’t, but we gave him money, but he usually spent it on us, buying us drinks and everything else. 55:04 The day we tripped up on it, I went down there on a Christmas week, or a couple of weeks and the day he got tripped up on, his—for whatever reason he promised he was going to take us out on the Embassy yacht and there wasn’t an Embassy yacht, but whatever, he was going to take us out. He must have known he was going away for a couple of weeks, or something, because he knew that we would find out that there wasn’t one, because we showed up trying to get on the Embassy yacht. We came up to the Embassy and knocked on the door and mentioned this guy’s name and they said, “We’ve been looking for him for quite a while. He doesn’t work for us, but by the way, we’re having our Christmas party and would you two guys like to come up and join?” We said, “Yeah, wonderful”, and we got invited to the Canadian Embassy Christmas party and got to meet some people there. I got to meet a family called the Stewarts. 56:00 Mr. Stewart and the lady that asked me to come was Christine Stewart and her father owned Stewart Wines, which was a very large winery in Australia. I got invited over to their home for a Christmas party and for Christmas Day and they treated me just like family. I felt like I was home for that period of time and these are Australian folks that didn’t know anything about me, but had invited me to this Christmas party at the Embassy and then she invited me to her home for Christmas parties. It was, actually, a neighborhood party that they got together with and the interesting thing that happened at this party was, they had just gotten, in that neighborhood, the police had just gotten a Breathalyzer that they were going to start 27 �testing, and they took it, brought it to this party to show off their Breathalyzer and this was 1968, so it was Christmas of 1968. 57:00 So, Christine and I got to know each other pretty well, and her older sister had married a navy guy. They had already moved back to the United States and he had gotten out of the service. But, she was pregnant at the time I was at this Christmas party, the sister was, and I wanted Christine to come and visit her in July of the next year. I would be out of the military at that time and I was going to be home in Michigan. Her parents, and Christine, asked me if I would meet Christine at the airport in New York and drive her up to Buffalo, which was not a short drive. She didn’t know anything about the United States, or what she could do, or how she was going to get to the next leg. I said, “Sure”, so in July, after I got out of the military, I drove to New York, saw an old girlfriend there for a while, but ended up marrying the old girlfriend. I met Christine at the airport and drove her up to her sister’s house and spent two, or three, nice days there as well. 58:02 The plan was that Christine would also come and visit me in Michigan afterwards, but Iended up getting engaged to this other girl. Interviewer: Alright, now once you did come back from Vietnam, then what did you do next? First of all, I went back to the job that I’d had before. I worked at Meijer's, Meijer's Markets at the Thrifty Acres No. 11 on 28th Street and Kalamazoo, their first one. I worked at Thrifty Acres there as a marking clerk, working in the marking room, putting little tags with prices on them. I went right back there and they gave me my job back even though they didn’t have to. I don’t think the rules were that they had to give me my job back after four years, but they did, and I started working and within two months from 28 �that job—I kept that job, but I also worked at Spartan Stores. 59:00 Now, competitive issues the way they are between Spartan Stores and Thrifty Acres, I was in an ideal position. I was in the marking room pricing at Thrifty Acres, and I was an inventory clerk dealing with pricing in inventory at Spartan Stores. The perfect place to have all the information and I was without a clue. They didn’t know that I worked at either place. Either place didn’t know that I was working the other, but I worked at Meijer's there another six months, or so, and worked at Spartan for another couple of years. But, that’s what I did immediately and then I took a job as a warehouse guy at—warehouse and accounting. I still thought I was going to be an accountant for a company called Celanese Corporation and DeVoe Paint and started working at a warehouse in Grand Rapids. For about six or seven months I worked in the office as the accountant and a sales job happened to pop up and I asked if I could have a couple accounts, just small accounts that we were doing business with, like Amway, would be a good account to take on. 00:09 I built that company revenue from DeVoe Paint from seventeen, or eighteen dollars a month, you know, they would just come in and buy a gallon of paint, or whatever, to about twenty to thirty thousand dollars’ worth of business and at that time it was a pretty good business. Then I started—they came up with a product, special to DeVoe Paint, which is a type of hypo- latex and it was an area where a lot of guys were getting out of the military, they were building a lot of apartments complexes and a lot of other kinds of things were happening that housing was becoming a very big thing and necessary for the military guys getting out. So, this hypo-latex was a onetime shot. It would build up to twenty-one, twenty-two mils on a wall without draping, so that was, again, kind of towards helping the military, but it was a product that we were doing. 1:08 The closest 29 �thing I got to working with the military again, after the military—the progression was getting out, warehouse accounting, thinking I was going into accounting, I took classes at community college nights, weekends, I worked three jobs and I worked even at Howard Johnson's at night to do studying. I was just newly married, coming up in August or September of that year. The year I got out—going to college, two jobs, at least, and sometimes three, just making ends meet and then soon after that having a family and going through that. But, in the middle of the seventies, which is about ten years later, or eight years later, an organization was in town called United Electronics Institute, which was a tech school. It has molded into, and I’ll tell you a little UEI to ITT Tech, which is still here in town. 2:07 I was a sales manager there, but at the beginning I was hired by group called George Shinn and Associates, which was a consulting firm to tech schools. What they did, they taught tech schools and trade schools and business schools how to recruit veterans. How to go to the Criss Cross directory, the Polk Directory and find the names as you go through there page by page and find that they were a veteran, or military. Education, paid by the military, we had the ability of using the Veterans Administration money and UEI was a hurting school. They had seventy students in the school, but these veterans coming back from the military and getting out of the service, finally started—instead of UEI going out to the high schools and trying to draw in graduating high school seniors, we started, and impacted my job, actually paid by George Shinn, not by UEI, paid by George Shinn and Associates consultants, to get the recruits from the military. 3:16 I built that school, just in the two years from 1977 through 1979, from seventy students in the school to over four hundred, with almost two hundred of that four hundred, primed and ready to start in July of 1969, when ITT Tech, ITT 30 �Educational Services, decided they wanted to buy UEI. There were ten schools across the country and only two of them were growing. Grand Rapids, where I was active, they made me the assistant manager of there as soon as I started getting some of these numbers and a fella by the name of Fred Weber was the director, the sales director, and he just kind of put him arm around me and let me work. 4:04 About halfway through 1969, when ITT started, George Shinn and Associates wanted to know why I was so successful and why these other ten, and they were consulting to all ten, why they weren’t. They called me down to North Carolina to a meeting to tell them all my secrets. I said, “Okay, I’ll tell you all my secrets. I work seven days a week, I work twelve hours a day, I set up ten to twelve interviews every single day, I call for four hours a day and I get all these people coming in and I play Ping Pong with them. We had three Ping Pong tables and all my sales guy were active playing Ping Pong with all these Vietnam veterans, and we recruited—I had, again, two hundred and fifty eight students primes for the July start in 1969. 5:02 The sale was culminated before those students actually showed up, because there was an encumbrance of those funds. ITT had to pay me as if those kids showed up, a month and a half before they actually showed up for school, so I got the largest commission check ever given by that company, for bringing those two hundred and fifty students in. Probably about a hundred and eighty of them showed up, but I got paid for all two hundred and fifty of them, as if they showed up, just to get rid of the encumbrance. But, that was veterans and we continued to bring veterans in with the plans that George Shinn had shown us how to do, but I was actually hired by ITT Tech when they came in. Straight commission with UEI, company car, expense account, and everything else, but it was all based on George Shinn’s plan of bringing in—George 31 �Shinn, by the way, won the Pulitzer Prize for writing a book, or something, it was a pretty important thing, and part of his talent was in recruiting. 6:03 That is what he promoted, that was his own company. Portland, Oregon and Grand Rapids, Michigan were the only schools that ITT bought, and now at ITT Tech, I’m still an advisor to them, still on their advisory board, and it’s still a good school and they’re teaching a lot of different things at this point. I worked for them about five more years after that and a lot of interesting things happened there. I was director of sales and we had some amazing years, but most of it was due to the veterans coming out of the Vietnam era, so if you ever went to ITT as a veteran it was probably because of somebody like me. I’ve always been kind of drawn to helping as many as I can. Interviewer: If you look back on the whole thing, how do you think your time in the military wound up affecting you overall? 7:01 I would have been a totally different person, probably wouldn’t have learned those sales words from Bill Boyer, and I would probably be a totally different type of person. If I had tried to go to college at that time I would have failed miserably. I would have stayed with my job at Meijer and I probably would still be working at Meijer as a clerk in the back room, or something, I don’t know, I really don’t know. I pat myself on the back all the time thinking I’m better than that, but I don’t know. The military definitely took me down to a two year old and grew me back up to being somebody self-sufficient. If you ask my wife about whether I can be self-sufficient, she would say no, but I know I can, if I want to, I’ve got those options. 32 �Interviewer: All right, are there any other kind of individual events that stick in your mind, or come back to you a lot from your time in the service that you haven’t mentioned yet? 8:01 The time I spent in Texas was probably an interesting time, basically, because it was do different from anything else I’ve ever done. For that tow and a half years I had no parents, I had no responsibilities, I had my job to go to, I had my own car, I had my own income, I had my own friends, and again, I didn’t have brothers around or anything else, I just was totally free. When I got out of the military and back home and lived at home for probably four months before I got my own apartment and I ended up getting married pretty quickly after that, marrying that girl from New York that I went and visited when I picked up Christine. That two and a half years was—West Texas is totally different than Michigan too. 9:00 I keep going back to those two and a half years, wondering if I got out of the military and gone back there—because I had friends there, I could have gone, and I was even asked to go and I’d be a Texan instead of somebody from Michigan. I don’t think too much about Chanute Air Force Base. I was there for that training and that seemed like one long day. I was there for, probably, four months, or so, and just don’t remember much of it except the Pizza that got delivered at night. Regularly the Pizza truck would come by and they had the most wonderful little Pizzas with sausage on. When I go out to Fricano’s, here locally, they got the sausage that tastes just like those little Pizzas they had down there delivered in those little trucks. I had a good time in the military, but I definitely would not have been a good career military person. Interviewer: Well, it makes for a good story and thanks for coming in and telling it to us. 10:02 33 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Veterans History Project Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. History Department Description An account of the resource The Library of Congress established the Veterans History Project in 2001 to collect memories, accounts, and documents of U.S. war veterans from World War II and the Korean War, Vietnam War, and conflicts in the Middle East and elsewhere, and to preserve these stories for future generations. The GVSU History Department interviews are part of this work-in-progress, and may contain videos and audio recordings, transcripts and interview outlines, and related documents and photographs. 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Special Collections & University Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017-04-25 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource video/mp4 application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng spa Type The nature or genre of the resource Moving Image Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-65 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 2012-2017 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-65_1975-02-11_en-aldermanic-poster Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Citizens for Jose Cha-Cha Jimenez Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1975-02-11 Title A name given to the resource Jiménez Campaign Flyer Description An account of the resource Campaign flyer for José Cha-Cha Jiménez speaking engagement on February 11, 1975, in English. Subject The topic of the resource Young Lords (Organization) Young Lords (Organization) History Puerto Rican Civil rights Puerto Rican Social conditions Chicago (Ill.) Civil rights movements Community activists Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Young Lords in Lincoln Park collection (RHC-65) Relation A related resource Young Lords in Lincoln Park interviews Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/419151e8b750660a852d26e46d13b001.pdf 0ec313775c897ed2608fe2ecbe5041c1 PDF Text Text JOSE CHA-CHA JIMENEZ Candiclato por Alderman Ward · . 46 Hablarli el Martes ·11 de Feb. en La Escuela Stockton 4420 N. Beacon St PATROCINAOO POR EL CONSEJO DE PADRES DE LA ESCUELA STOCKTON a las 8pm venga, escuche y discuta pr ...as de nuestra comunidad Ciudadanos para Jose Cha-Cha Jimenez 3500 N. Broadway, Chicago, Ill. 60657 334-9556 549-9457 477 -1540 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Young Lords in Lincoln Park Collection Subject The topic of the resource Young Lords (Organization) Puerto Ricans--United States Civil Rights--United States--History Lincoln Park (Chicago, Ill.) Personal narratives Social justice Community activists--Illinois--Chicago Description An account of the resource Collection of oral history interviews and digitized materials documenting the history of the Young Lords Organization in Lincoln Park, Chicago. Interviews were conducted by Young Lords' founder, José “Cha-Cha” Jiménez, and documents were digitized from Mr. Jiménez' archives. The Young Lords in Lincoln Park collection grows out of the ongoing struggle for fair housing, self-determination, and human rights that was launched by Mr. José “Cha-Cha” Jiménez, founder of the Young Lords Movement. This project is dedicated to documenting the history of the displacement of Puerto Ricans, Mejicanos, other Latinos, and the poor from Lincoln Park, as well as the history of the Young Lords nationwide. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Jiménez, José, 1948- Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/491">Young Lords in Lincoln Park collection (RHC-65)</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections & University Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017-04-25 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource video/mp4 application/pdf Language A language of the resource eng spa Type The nature or genre of the resource Moving Image Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-65 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 2012-2017 Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-65_1975-02-11_sp-aldermanic-poster Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Citizens for Jose Cha-Cha Jimenez Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1975-02-11 Title A name given to the resource Jiménez Campaign Flyer Description An account of the resource Campaign flyer for José Cha-Cha Jiménez speaking engagement on February 11, 1975, in Spanish. Subject The topic of the resource Young Lords (Organization) Young Lords (Organization) History Puerto Rican Civil rights Puerto Rican Social conditions Chicago (Ill.) Civil rights movements Community activists Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Young Lords in Lincoln Park collection (RHC-65) Relation A related resource Young Lords in Lincoln Park interviews Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Language A language of the resource spa Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1970s https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/e94b34aab6f05d2c19ee1dc65f487cda.jpg b17506cb63802036e559ae90135e2863 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faces of Grand Valley Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Communications Description An account of the resource A non-comprehensive collection of photographs of Grand Valley faculty, staff, administrators, board members, friends, and alumni. Photos collected by University Communications for use in promotion and information sharing about Grand Valley with the wider community. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960s - 1990s Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived GV012-03. University Communications. Vita Files Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copryight Subject The topic of the resource Grand Valley State University College administrators College teachers Colleges and universities -- Faculty Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. Special Collections and University Archives Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context GV012-03 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JimenezGuezina Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. University Communications Title A name given to the resource Jimenez, Guezina Description An account of the resource Guezina Jimenez Subject The topic of the resource Grand Valley State University – History Michigan Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived University Communications. Vita Files, 1968-2016 (GV012-03) Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. Special Collections and University Archives Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/786bd90db3e5c10c32fbb532ff64f3e0.jpg 47a4d003e019f0f1598efce82a134e00 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faces of Grand Valley Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource University Communications Description An account of the resource A non-comprehensive collection of photographs of Grand Valley faculty, staff, administrators, board members, friends, and alumni. Photos collected by University Communications for use in promotion and information sharing about Grand Valley with the wider community. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960s - 1990s Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived GV012-03. University Communications. Vita Files Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copryight Subject The topic of the resource Grand Valley State University College administrators College teachers Colleges and universities -- Faculty Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. Special Collections and University Archives Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context GV012-03 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JimenezMauricio Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. University Communications Title A name given to the resource Jimenez, Mauricio Description An account of the resource Mauricio Jimenez Subject The topic of the resource Grand Valley State University – History Michigan Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived University Communications. Vita Files, 1968-2016 (GV012-03) Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. Special Collections and University Archives Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/88c1069dd1dd83b3af06498180818699.jpg f283a77ea1b9540387e75f768e0e992a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GVSU Concert & Event Posters Subject The topic of the resource Posters Events Michigan Universities & colleges--Michigan Description An account of the resource Division of Student Services provides programs, services, and environments that enhance the personal, social, and intellectual growth of undergraduate and graduate students at the University. Events including concerts were managed by the office of Student Life. Posters for music, speakers, poetry readings and other campuswide events are included. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Division of Student Services Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/106">Student Services concerts, events, and posters files, (GV028-06)</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections & University Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017-07-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpg Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context GV028-06 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1963 – 1981 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context GV028-06_BuffettCrik74 Title A name given to the resource Jimmy Buffett and Cabbage Crik, June 6, 1974 Subject The topic of the resource Grand Valley State University Grand Valley State College Michigan Allendale (Mich.) Universities & colleges--Michigan Events Posters Description An account of the resource Free outdoor concert featuring Jimmy Buffett and Cabbage Crik, sponsored by Thomas Jefferson College, June 6, 1974 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1974 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/106">Student Services concerts, events, and posters files, (GV028-06)</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c881a5c6c32bce1e4fa55b77a4009f15.jpg 396040ed61c1524140e809835aa8d203 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Summers in Saugatuck-Douglas Collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Kutsche Office of Local History Description An account of the resource Collection contains images and documents digitized and collected through the project "Stories of Summer," supported by a National Endowment for the Humanities Common Heritage Grant. The collection aims to document the twin lakeshore communities of Saugatuck and Douglas, Michigan, as they transformed through the state's bustling tourism industry and acceptance of minorities. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1910s-2010s Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Various Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/UND/1.0/">Copyright Undetermined</a> Subject The topic of the resource Michigan Saugatuck (Mich.) Douglas (Mich.) Michigan, Lake Allegan County (Mich.) Beaches Sand dunes Outdoor recreation Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries. Allendale, Michigan Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Saugatuck-Douglas History Center Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Stories of Summer (Common Heritage project) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Text Language A language of the resource English Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context DC-07_SD-Brigham-D_0118 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Brigham, D. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1958 Title A name given to the resource Joan and her dad John Crandell Description An account of the resource Photograph of Joan sitting on her dad's lap, Joh Crandell, at a picnic table. Subject The topic of the resource Michigan Saugatuck (Mich.) Allegan County (Mich.) Families Children Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Digital file contributed by D. Brigham as part of the Stories of Summer project. Relation A related resource Stories of Summer (project) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/UND/1.0/">Copyright Undetermined</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/7d96ce998bfa00a97e0919d167309bf4.jpg fed7f883d358928bfbf4c78e576be39c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Douglas R. Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_E174-0027 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1964-07-23/1964-07-26 Title A name given to the resource Joan Baez Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of Joan Baez performing at the Newport Folk Festival in July 1964. Photograph by Douglas R. Gilbert. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Baez, Joan Folk singers Newport Folk Festival Newport (R.I.) Black-and-white photography Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/a92f40bb5e99fbe5c687316d6566ffd7.jpg 77fe21e3ec5cb8deccc4d9a49c952cec Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Douglas R. Gilbert Photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R., 1942-2023 Description An account of the resource Photographs scanned from negatives and transparencies from the Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183). Douglas R. Gilbert (b. 1942) is an American photographer from Michigan. He was born in Holland, Michigan and is the son of Russell W. and Carmen (Andree) Gilbert. Gilbert earned a B.A. in social sciences and art at Michigan State University in 1964, an M.S. in photography from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology in 1972, and a M.S.W. from Salem State College in 1993. He is married to Barbara (McDonald) Gilbert, and has three daughters, Robyn, Rachel, and Anne. Gilbert took a serious interest in photography at the age of fourteen. In 1963 he joined the staff of Look magazine in New York as the second youngest photojournalist in the magazine's history. As a Look photographer from 1964 to 1966, he photographed folk musician Bob Dylan, the Newport Folk Festival, Simon and Garfunkel, the New York City Financial District, the children and facilities at the Manhattan School for Seriously Disturbed Children. From 1967 to 1969, Gilbert did several shoots, including that of folk singer Janis Ian for Life magazine. After moving to Chicago, Illinois in 1969 to attend the Illinois Institute of Technology, Gilbert conducted notable photo shoots of business and political figure Lenore Romney, and pursued more personal and artistic photography, focusing on urban and rural landscapes in Illinois and Michigan. He then joined the faculty of Wheaton College, where he taught from 1972 to 1982. In 1993, Gilbert graduated from Salem State College, Massachusetts, with a Masters in Social Work, and later pursued a second career as a psychotherapist. Douglas Gilbert died in June 2023. Throughout his photography career, he pursued both freelance commercial work as well as artistic work. His art photography is characterized by its classic black-and-white format, and features people, places and objects shot great attention and sensitivity. Gilbert's works are held in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena, and the Grand Valley State University Art Galleries, as well as in numerous private and institutional collections. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1960-2011 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="%E2%80%9Dhttps%3A//gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783%E2%80%9D">Douglas R. Gilbert Papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Subject The topic of the resource Photographs Photography -- United States Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Image Type The nature or genre of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-183_E184-0023 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Gilbert, Douglas R. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1964-07-23/1964-07-26 Title A name given to the resource Joan Baez Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of Joan Baez performing at the Newport Folk Festival in July 1964. Photograph by Douglas R. Gilbert. Scanned from the negative. Subject The topic of the resource Baez, Joan Folk singers Newport Folk Festival Newport (R.I.) Black-and-white photography Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/783">Douglas R. Gilbert papers (RHC-183)</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/">In Copyright</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1960s Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/cae2326317a94ae8ce9e35b9fce164c5.jpg de1ee9979c9c040ac428eb4b22b91b84 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Summers in Saugatuck-Douglas Collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Kutsche Office of Local History Description An account of the resource Collection contains images and documents digitized and collected through the project "Stories of Summer," supported by a National Endowment for the Humanities Common Heritage Grant. The collection aims to document the twin lakeshore communities of Saugatuck and Douglas, Michigan, as they transformed through the state's bustling tourism industry and acceptance of minorities. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1910s-2010s Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Various Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/UND/1.0/">Copyright Undetermined</a> Subject The topic of the resource Michigan Saugatuck (Mich.) Douglas (Mich.) Michigan, Lake Allegan County (Mich.) Beaches Sand dunes Outdoor recreation Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries. Allendale, Michigan Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Saugatuck-Douglas History Center Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Stories of Summer (Common Heritage project) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Text Language A language of the resource English Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context DC-07_SD-Brigham-D_0119 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Brigham, D. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1958 Title A name given to the resource Joan Crandell and Raymond Eddy Description An account of the resource Photograph of Raymond Grimes Eddy and grand niece Joan Crandell at his house on Lakeshore Drive. They are sitting on a short brick wall. Subject The topic of the resource Michigan Saugatuck (Mich.) Allegan County (Mich.) Families Children Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Digital file contributed by D. Brigham as part of the Stories of Summer project. Relation A related resource Stories of Summer (project) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/UND/1.0/">Copyright Undetermined</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/03fdfa7b2942f354092e7555aede23c1.jpg 45ae1ace0dbabf910dc1df7e1de67ea8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Robert H. Merrill photographs Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Merrill, Robert H., 1881-1955 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1909/1950 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Robert H. Merrill papers (RHC-222) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RHC-222 Description An account of the resource Photographs, negatives, and lantern slides digitized from the papers of engineer and archaeologist Robert H. Merrill. A Grand Rapids native, Merrill held an accomplished career as a civil engineer. He founded the company Spooner & Merrill, which held offices in Grand Rapids and Chicago. From 1919-1921, Merrill lived in China, working as Assistant Principal Engineer on a reconstruction of the Grand Canal - the oldest and longest canal system in the world. Merrill became fascinated by archaeology, and among other projects, he traveled to the Uxmal Pyramids in Yucatan, Mexico, with a research expedition from Tulane University. Merrill's photo collection includes images of his travels and projects, friends and family. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Merrill_FilmPacks_V_15_005 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1938-08-12 Title A name given to the resource Joanna Sprague stone, Pleasant St. Cem. Stoneham Description An account of the resource Black and white photograph of the gravestone of Joanna Sprague which reads, "Here lyes y Body of Mrs. Joanna Sprague Wife to Mr. Samuel Sprague Who Died June 17th 1739 Aged 43 Years & 3 Months." Subject The topic of the resource Stoneham (Mass.) Gravestones Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Robert H. Merrill papers (RHC-222) Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpg Language A language of the resource eng Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Merrill, Robert H., 1881-1955 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/7ced169960317ff45d3c90f3a88eed8d.jpg e58dcbe7c7ac6d3603f248cb4387d4ba Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource GVSU Concert & Event Posters Subject The topic of the resource Posters Events Michigan Universities & colleges--Michigan Description An account of the resource Division of Student Services provides programs, services, and environments that enhance the personal, social, and intellectual growth of undergraduate and graduate students at the University. Events including concerts were managed by the office of Student Life. Posters for music, speakers, poetry readings and other campuswide events are included. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Division of Student Services Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/106">Student Services concerts, events, and posters files, (GV028-06)</a> Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Special Collections & University Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017-07-17 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpg Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context GV028-06 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1963 – 1981 Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context GV028-06_JoanneLittle Title A name given to the resource Joanne Little, Benefit Concert, April 8th, 197? Subject The topic of the resource Grand Valley State University Grand Valley State College Michigan Allendale (Mich.) Universities & colleges--Michigan Events Posters Description An account of the resource Joanne Little, Benefit Concert, April 8th, 197? Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource image/jpeg Language A language of the resource eng Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/106">Student Services concerts, events, and posters files, (GV028-06)</a> Type The nature or genre of the resource Image Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University. University Libraries. Lemmen Library and Archives