Rochester Hearings – April 14, 1972 (Afternoon). Recording continues the examination of correction sergeant Ralph Bottone. Follow-up questions are asked by Commission members Wadsworth, Broderick, Rothschild, Wilbanks, Liman, and McKay. WRVR journalist Dan Mack summarizes the afternoon hearing. General Counsel Arthur Liman examines Donald Head, a correction officer at Attica who oversees coal gangs. Relationship with inmates, coal gang work culture, and inmate pay scale are discussed. Follow-up questions are asked by Commission members Wilbanks, McKay, and Broderick. WRVR journalist summarizes the testimony. Deputy General Counsel Judge Charles Willis examines Alton Germain, a civilian employee at Attica, about his experiences as a teacher, the educational program at Attica, and possible improvements. Follow-up questions are asked by Commission members McKay, Wilbanks, Broderick, Wadsworth, and Rothschild. Germain makes a final statement. Witness is excused and Chairman McKay makes a statement closing the Rochester hearings. WRVR journalists Mack and Arthur Albert summarize the afternoon session, discuss the hearing, and take WRVR listener phone calls.

Identifier
NYSA_B1341-12_B8884599F_02b

Date Original
April 14 1972

Language
English

Source
New York State Archives. New York (State). Special Commission on Attica. Special Commission on Attica audiotapes and transcripts of commission hearings, 1972. B1341-12, Box 1, Tape 2, Copy B.;1/4 inch open reel audiotape

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