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#13249: NBC NEWS WITH MARTIN AGRONSKY

1957-11-25, NBC, 3 min.

Highlights: US ignores massive Soviet scientific reports in its files, US lax in translation efforts, President Eisenhower speech is canceled due to illness, 

Martin Agronsky comments.

#38: 1960 REPUBLICAN CONVENTION, THE

1960-07-28, WCBS, 121 min.

Highlights, including Richard M. Nixon's entire 52 min. acceptance speech are covered by newsmen Chet Huntley, David Brinkley, Walter Cronkite, Edward R. Murrow, John Daly and Martin Agronsky from all three networks. Additional speeches are heard from Henry Cabot Lodge and from Nelson Rockefeller. In a memorable moment of television, we listen to Richard M. Nixon, who chats with shoe shine boy Leon Thompson. They talk about baseball and politics. Nixon introduces his daughter Tricia Nixon to Leon. Back in the NBC studios, Edwin Newman comments with a chuckle and signs off.

#14276: CIVIL RIGHTS MARCH ON WASHINGTON, THE

1963-08-28, , 150 min.

SPECIAL REPORTS RECORDED ARE INTERLACED IN THESE AUDIO AIR CHECKS THROUGHOUT THE DAY, STATIONS INTERRUPTING REGULAR PROGRAMMING, IN REAL TIME, AS EVENTS OCCUR. BROADCAST HEARD FROM WINS RADIO NEWS, ABC TELEVISION, WNBC RADIO, AND NBC TELEVISION. COVERAGE BEGINS AT 9:30 AM EASTERN STANDARD TIME.

On the day of this unprecedented extraordinary March on Washington, an estimated quarter of a million demonstrators planned to gather a the Washington Monument in the nation's capital. People from all walks of life and distances are taking part in a Jobs and Freedom March sponsored by six major civil-rights groups in the country. their goal: "A massive, peaceful and democratic demonstration as evidence of he need for the Federal government to take action on civil rights."

Howard K. Smith and Richard Bates report at the Lincoln Memorial. Ed Silverman reports on the parade march passing the White House, describing different groups who are marching. Jackie Robinson is heard...reports regarding the strength of the crowd now reaching 100,000 people...Eli Abel reports. Robert McCormack reports on Marian Anderson, singer. Advertisements for Freedom Land and the new Jerry Lewis show, and The Sunday Night Movie are heard.

Frank McGee reports on the crowds as they reach the Lincoln Memorial. Ray Scherer at the Lincoln Memorial waiting for leaders to arrive anticipates the program will start at 1:30 pm. He describes details of the program. Martin Agronsky reports and interviews Norman Thomas of the Socialist Party, who praises the March. Richard Bates interviews Burt Lancaster. ABC NEWS journalist Lisa Howard interviews James Baldwin at the Washington Monument. He states that this day is a turning point, and that "Americans will grow up." Report on the many buses arriving with people who are heard singing, "We Shall Overcome." At 11:20 am an up to the hour report from Jim Groden.

Russ Ward interviews Marlon Brando at the Lincoln Memorial (recorded earlier). Joe Michaels reports observations from a Mobile Unit during drive around the surrounding area of Washington D.C. Dick Gregory speaks to the crowd. Bob Dylan, Joan Biaz sing the spiritual song, "Hold ON." Burt Lancaster at the microphone..."The hour which we came approaches." He reads a scroll consisting of 1,500 supporters of the March. Announcements of the names of the speakers who will preside shortly are stated. Introduction of Harry Belafonte who reads some of the names on the scroll, including Marlon Brando, Tony Franciosa, Sammy Davis Jr., Steve Cochran, Robert Ryan, Sidney Poiter, Gregory Peck, Anthony Quinn, Paul Newman, Charlton Heston, Lena Horne, Ruby Dee, others. Harry
Belafonte reads the pledge in its entirety, called "FREEDOM FOR ALL-THE AMERICAN DREAM." Marlon Brando is interviewed and states that "...all of us have been remiss in not voicing out..." On the podium Philip Randolph speaks, and introduces Camilla Williams who sings the National Anthem. Invocation by Patrick O'Doyle who sates, "This is the largest demonstration in the history of this nation." Additional reports from different stations. Miss Daisy Bates gives a special award to Rosa Parks. Walter Reuther speaks, as well as Floyd McKissick, National Chairman of the Congress of Racial Equality...speaking for James Farmer who is in prison.

Senator Strom Thurmond from South Carolina voices his opinions...thinks that the March on Washington is unnecessary!

Howard K. Smith gives a commentary. Richard Bates reports, stating that the rally should wind up at around 4:40 pm. Freedom song is heard, "Freedom is Worth Shouting About." Mahalia Jackson sings a song requested by Dr. Martin Luther King, "I've Been Duped and I've Been Scared." A. Philip Randolph speaks abut the movement and those individuals whom have been devoted to the cause. Introduction of "moral leader of our nation," Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who gives his iconic 16 minute "I Have a Dream" speech.

#14276C: CIVIL RIGHTS MARCH ON WASHINGTON, THE

1963-08-28, , 46 min.

*Highlights
from ATA #14276 which runs 150 minutes.
Some of the names notated here may be omitted from this condensed version which runs 46 minutes.

SPECIAL REPORTS RECORDED ARE INTERLACED IN THESE AUDIO AIR CHECKS THROUGHOUT THE DAY, STATIONS INTERRUPTING REGULAR PROGRAMMING, IN REAL TIME, AS EVENTS OCCUR. BROADCAST HEARD FROM WINS RADIO NEWS, ABC TELEVISION, WNBC RADIO, AND NBC TELEVISION. COVERAGE BEGINS AT 9:30 AM EASTERN STANDARD TIME.

On the day of this unprecedented extraordinary March on Washington, an estimated quarter of a million demonstrators planned to gather a the Washington Monument in the nation's capital. People from all walks of life and distances are taking part in a Jobs and Freedom March sponsored by six major civil-rights groups in the country. their goal: "A massive, peaceful and democratic demonstration as evidence of he need for the Federal government to take action on civil rights."

Howard K. Smith and Richard Bates report at the Lincoln Memorial. Ed Silverman reports on the parade march passing the White House, describing different groups who are marching. Jackie Robinson is heard...reports regarding the strength of the crowd now reaching 100,000 people...Eli Abel reports. Robert McCormack reports on Marian Anderson, singer. Advertisements for Freedom Land and the new Jerry Lewis show, and The Sunday Night Movie are heard.

Frank McGee reports on the crowds as they reach the Lincoln Memorial. Ray Scherer at the Lincoln Memorial waiting for leaders to arrive anticipates the program will start at 1:30 pm. He describes details of the program. Martin Agronsky reports and interviews Norman Thomas of the Socialist Party, who praises the March. Richard Bates interviews Burt Lancaster. ABC NEWS journalist Lisa Howard interviews James Baldwin at the Washington Monument. He states that this day is a turning point, and that "Americans will grow up." Report on the many buses arriving with people who are heard singing, "We Shall Overcome." At 11:20 am an up to the hour report from Jim Groden.

Russ Ward interviews Marlon Brando at the Lincoln Memorial (recorded earlier). Joe Michaels reports observations from a Mobile Unit during drive around the surrounding area of Washington D.C. Dick Gregory speaks to the crowd. Bob Dylan, Joan Biaz sing the spiritual song, "Hold ON." Burt Lancaster at the microphone..."The hour which we came approaches." He reads a scroll consisting of 1,500 supporters of the March. Announcements of the names of the speakers who will preside shortly are stated. Introduction of Harry Belafonte who reads some of the names on the scroll, including Marlon Brando, Tony Franciosa, Sammy Davis Jr., Steve Cochran, Robert Ryan, Sidney Poiter, Gregory Peck, Anthony Quinn, Paul Newman, Charlton Heston, Lena Horne, Ruby Dee, others. Harry
Belafonte reads the pledge in its entirety, called "FREEDOM FOR ALL-THE AMERICAN DREAM." Marlon Brando is interviewed and states that "...all of us have been remiss in not voicing out..." On the podium Philip Randolph speaks, and introduces Camilla Williams who sings the National Anthem. Invocation by Patrick O'Doyle who sates, "This is the largest demonstration in the history of this nation." Additional reports from different stations. Miss Daisy Bates gives a special award to Rosa Parks. Walter Reuther speaks, as well as Floyd McKissick, National Chairman of the Congress of Racial Equality...speaking for James Farmer who is in prison.

Senator Strom Thurmond from South Carolina voices his opinions...thinks that the March on Washington is unnecessary!

Howard K. Smith gives a commentary. Richard Bates reports, stating that the rally should wind up at around 4:40 pm. Freedom song is heard, "Freedom is Worth Shouting About." Mahalia Jackson sings a song requested by Dr. Martin Luther King, "I've Been Duped and I've Been Scared." A. Philip Randolph speaks abut the movement and those individuals whom have been devoted to the cause. Introduction of "moral leader of our nation," Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. who gives his iconic 16 minute "I Have a Dream" speech.

#19312: TODAY SHOW

1963-11-20, NBC, min.

Report on the changing US attitudes on Red China, Roger Tuttle reports the news. 

Host: Hugh Downs.

#14359: TODAY SHOW WITH HUGH DOWNS, THE

1963-11-25, NBC, min.

January 14, 1952-Present. First early-morning network program and longest-running daytime series. Created by Sylvester "Pat" Weaver. Telecast Monday thru Friday, 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, the broadcasts have maintained a format including a News Summary, segments related to Sports, Weather, Interviews, and Features. Throughout its long run, hosts of "The Today Show" have included Dave Garroway (1952-1961), John Chancellor (1961-1962), Hugh Downs (1962-1971), Frank McGee (1971-1974), Jim Hartz (1974-1976), Tom Brokaw (1976-1981), Jane Pauley, Bryant Gumbel, Chris Wallace, Katie Couric, and others.



Live funeral coverage from both NBC and ABC of the burial of President John F. Kennedy who was assassinated three days earlier on November 22nd, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. Jack Lescoulie, Frank Blair, and Barbara Walters report live from the Washington Rotunda for NBC. Also, Don Goddard with live "Man On The Street" interviews about the Oswald killing that took place yesterday, (11-24-63). 

Also, live ABC coverage with Ron Cochran and Howard K. Smith.

#14580: REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION FOR 1964, CONTINUED

1964-07-14, NBC, min.

Continuing live NBC coverage of the Republican National Convention from the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California.

Highlights: Martin Agronsky interviews delegate Henry Cabot Lodge, NBC Newsman John Chancellor is arrested on the floor, New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller talks about curtailing extremism in the Republican Party amid shout-downs and cat-calls.

#14775: FACE THE NATION

1965-03-14, CBS, 22 min.

November 7th, 1954-April 20th, 1961. September 15th, 1963-Present.

Counterpart of NBC's "Meet The Press." Newsmakers are interviewed by a panel. CBS correspondent George Herman moderated the program from 1969 until September 1983 when he was replaced by Lesley Stahl. Bob Schieffer took over as moderator in 1991. Eventually, the panel of interviewers was dropped in favor of the program host conducting interviews of all guests.

An interview with Governor George Wallace of Alabama, commentary on the crisis in Selma, fear of a voting rights controversy.   

Martin Agronsky is the host.

#14912: CBS RADIO NEWS

1965-06-25, CBS, 5 min.

Martin Agronsky

CBS Radio news with Martin Agronsky.

#14946: CBS NEWS, THE

1965-09-18, CBS, 5 min.

Martin Agronsky analysis, the Dominican Republic conflict, comment by Senator William  Fulbright.  

Commercial plugs for the return of Beverly Hillbillies and other CBS shows scheduled for the CBS TV fall line-up. 
Sinclair gasoline.

#15079: PEKING COMMENTARY: BY MARTIN AGRONSKY

1966-03-05, CBS, 5 min.

Martin Agronsky

Martin Agronsky's Peking commentary.

#15145: CBS NEWS AND ANALYSIS WITH MARTIN AGRONSKY

1966-05-21, CBS, 4 min.

Martin Agronsky

News and analysis with CBS Newsman Martin Agronsky.

#15215: "LATEST NEWS" FROM CBS-TV, THE

1966-08-06, CBS, 10 min.

Martin Agronsky

The latest news from CBS with Martin Agronsky reporting.

#15380: FACE THE NATION

1967-10-22, CBS, min.

November 7th, 1954-April 20th, 1961. September 15th, 1963-Present.

The counterpart of NBC's "Meet The Press." Newsmakers are interviewed by a panel. CBS correspondent George Herman moderated the program from 1969 until September 1983 when he was replaced by Lesley Stahl. Bob Schieffer took over as moderator in 1991. Eventually, the panel of interviewers was dropped in favor of the program host conducting interviews of all guests.

Guest: Dr.Benjamin Spock, accused by President Johnson of the betrayal of the American people for his anti-Vietnam war movements. Martin Agronsky is the host.

#15435: FACE THE NATION

1967-12-10, CBS, 20 min.

November 7th, 1954-April 20th, 1961. September 15th, 1963-Present.

The counterpart of NBC's "Meet The Press." Newsmakers are interviewed by a panel. CBS correspondent George Herman moderated the program from 1969 until September 1983 when he was replaced by Lesley Stahl. Bob Schieffer took over as moderator in 1991. Eventually, the panel of interviewers was dropped in favor of the program host conducting interviews of all guests.

Guest: Senator Eugene McCarthy. Panelists: Martin Agronsky, Roger Mudd, and John Hart. Joined in progress.

#15543A: WCBS NEWS WITH MARTIN AGRONSKY

1968-02-10, CBS, 5 min.

Martin Agronsky's commentary on Senator Eugene McCarthy and  Vietnam policy.

#15554: CBS RADIO NEWS WITH MARTIN AGRONSKY

1968-02-17, CBS, 9 min.

Martin Agronsky

Commentary on the Vietnam war with Martin Agronsky.

#15574: WORLD THIS WEEK, CBS RADIO NEWS.

1968-02-24, CBS, 5 min.

Morley Safer reports on racial problems in the United Kingdom.
Martin Agronsky reporting from Vietnam,
The craze in snowmobiles, there were only 8,000 of them several years ago.

#15671: CBS RADIO NEWS: WORLD THIS WEEK, THE

1968-03-23, CBS, 20 min.

Adam Clayton Powell says, "Don't Go Along With Martin Luther King," Camel Cigarette commercial, Adam Clayton Powell returns to New York after two years in exile in the Bahamas. An editorial on Nelson Rockefeller by Martin Agronsky. 

Host: Reed Collins.

#15712: "WISCONSIN AND BEYOND": THE WISCONSIN PRIMARY

1968-04-02, CBS, 30 min.

Live coverage of the Wisconsin primary. Walter Cronkite anchors.
John Hart, Dan Rather, David Schoumacher and Martin Agronsky report. Comments from Eugene McCarthy, Robert Kennedy, Hubert Humphrey, and Eric Sevareid.

#8134: EVENING EDITION WITH MARTIN AGRONSKY

1974-10-03, PBS, 30 min.

1971-1975

Half-hour interview show, presented five nights a week, hosted by newsman Martin Agronsky.

#6082: MARTIN AGRONSKY: EVENING EDITION

1975-09-16, PBS, 30 min.

Martin Agronsky

Martin Agronsky reports on news events of the day. Today's topic: Secret agreement between USA and Israel. Result of the interim Israeli-Egyptian peace agreement revealed today.

#6360: MARTIN AGRONSKY: EVENING EDITION

1975-12-10, PBS, 30 min.

Martin Agronsky

1971-1976. Half-hour nightly news analysis program hosted by Martin Agronsky. Produced at WETA-TV in Washington D.C.

#8402: "KISSINGER IN RETROSPECT"

1977-01-11, PBS, 90 min.

Host Martin Agronsky reflects on Henry Kissinger's years as the 56th Secretary of State from September 22nd, 1973-January 20th, 1977.

#8142: FACE THE NATION

1977-11-19, CBS, 60 min.

November 7th, 1954-April 20th, 1961. September 15th, 1963-Present.

Counterpart of NBC's "Meet The Press." Newsmakers are interviewed by a panel. CBS correspondent George Herman moderated the program from 1969 until September 1983 when he was replaced by Lesley Stahl. Bob Schieffer took over as moderator in 1991. Eventually, the panel of interviewers was dropped in favor of the program host conducting interviews of all guests.

Guest: Egyptian President Anwar Sadat is interviewed by  George Herman and Martin Agronsky.     

Host: George Herman

#18221A: AGRONSKY AND COMPANY

1977-11-26, SYN, min.

Martin Agronsky

1976-1988

Veteran newsman Martin Agronsky hosted this weekly news series, carried by many PBS outlets.

#20038: WORLD MATTERS WITH MARTIN AGRONSKY

1980-02-23, CBS, min.

Martin Agronsky

Martin Agronsky on world matters.

#20066: AGRONSKY AND COMPANY

1980-04-26, SYN, min.

Martin Agronsky

1976-1988

Veteran newsman Martin Agronsky hosted this weekly news series, carried by many PBS outlets.

#18484: AGRONSKY AND COMPANY

1980-08-09, SYN, min.

Martin Agronsky

1976-1988

Veteran newsman Martin Agronsky hosted this weekly news series, carried by many PBS outlets.

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