Former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford speaking at a podium during his visit to the State University of New York at Buffalo as a part of the 1988-1989 UB Distinguished Speaker Series.
United States. President (1974-1977 : Ford)
Former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford, wearing a suit and tie, is speaking at a podium. Several microphones are positioned in front, including ones labeled WBNY 91.3 FM, WGR 970, and another with a partial logo visible. An American flag stands in the background to the left. Former President Ford is addressing an audience and the press during a visit to the State University of New York at Buffalo as a part of the 1988-1989 UB Distinguished Speaker Series. The setting is indoors with a plain wall behind.
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Former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford, wearing a suit and tie, speaks at a podium bearing the seal of the State University of New York at Buffalo during his visit to the campus as a part of the 1988-1989 UB Distinguished Speaker Series. He is standing in front of a microphone and gesturing with both hands. The background consists of dark curtains, and a lamp is positioned on the podium. Part of an American flag is partially visible at the left edge of the frame.
Former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford speaking to an audience during his visit to the State University of New York at Buffalo as a part of the 1998-1999 UB Distinguished Speaker Series.
Former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford stands behind a podium displaying the seal of the State University of New York at Buffalo, speaking into two microphones during his visit to the campus as a part of the 1988-1989 UB Distinguished Speaker Series. He is wearing a suit and tie and gesturing with raised hands. The podium is flanked by potted plants and stanchions, and a dark curtain serves as the backdrop. A partially visible flag, including part of the New York State emblem, appears to the left.
Former U.S. President Gerald R. Ford speaks on presidential power during his visit to the State University of New York at Buffalo as a part of the 1988-1989 UB Distinguished Speaker Series.
The front page of the State University of New York at Buffalo's student newspaper 'The Spectrum', dated Wednesday, September 28, 1988 (Volume 39, Number 13), features three main articles. The lead story, titled “Tahara: Re-run of Dorm Elections Was Necessary,” includes a portrait of SA President Bob Tahara and discusses the reasons for a repeat of dorm elections. The left column article, “Ford Speaks on Presidential Power” by Melissa Servey, includes a photograph of Gerald Ford at a podium and summarizes his remarks at Alumni Arena on the separation of powers in U.S. government as a part of the 1988-1989 UB Distinguished Speaker Series. The bottom article, “Alcohol Lecture Dispels Myths” by Jim Santoro, highlights a lecture by George Vaillant on alcoholism, its causes, and misconceptions. The lower-right corner includes a section titled “The Spectrum Inside,” listing additional topics such as smoking, a center stage piece, and sports coverage.
Fred Schneider and Cindy Wilson of the B-52's band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Two performers of the B-52's band are on stage during a live musical performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Fred Schneider stands on the right, in the foreground, singing into a microphone while pointing outward with an extended arm. He wears a patterned jacket and dark shirt. Cindy Wilson is on the left, slightly behind and in focus, holding a tambourine and standing in front of another microphone. The background is dark, emphasizing the stage lighting on the performers.
B-52's band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
The B-52's band is captured mid-performance on a large indoor stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo. There are four visible performers: two women dancing and singing into microphones at the front, one of whom is wearing a dark dress and hat, namely Cindy Wilson. Another woman, Kate Pierson, dressed in a sequined outfit, is in mid-motion near the center. Multi-instrumentalist Keith Strickland plays electric guitar beside them, and lead vocalist Fred Schneider, on the far right, holding a microphone, shows blurred motion from the performer's movements. Stage lights shine down from above, and musical equipment such as conga drums, amplifiers, and cables are visible on the stage.
The B-52's, a musical group, performs on a stage under bright spotlights in a large indoor venue at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The band consists of multiple members playing instruments including guitars, keyboards and drums including: Fred Schneider, Kate Pierson, Cindy Wilson, Keith Strickland and Ricky Wilson. The stage is set with drum kits at the center rear and amplifiers along the back. A crowd of spectators fills the foreground in silhouette. The performers are spaced across the stage, each positioned at their respective instruments or microphones, with some standing and others slightly bent in active playing stances. The lighting emphasizes the band while the rest of the venue remains dark.
Lead vocalist Fred Schneider and keyboardist Kate Pierson of the B-52's band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
B-52's band member Fred Schneider, wearing a light-colored shirt and pants, sings into a microphone while standing next to another band member who is also singing and playing an electronic keyboard at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The second performer, Kate Pierson, is wearing a dark, sleeveless dress with sequins. Both are illuminated by bright stage lighting against a dark background, and additional microphones are visible near them.
Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson of the B-52's band singing into microphones during a stage performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Two B-52's band members are shown singing into microphones on stage under bright lighting at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Cindy Wilson, at left, with her eyes closed while singing, is wearing a fringed sleeveless top, large circular earrings, and a wide-brimmed hat. On the right, Kate Pierson is dressed in a one-shoulder sequined outfit, singing into a microphone with voluminous hair styled outward. The background is dark, and part of another performer is partially visible behind them.
Multi-instrumentalist Keith Strickland of the B-52's band playing electric guitar on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
B-52's guitarist Keith Strickland playing a white electric guitar on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is wearing dark sunglasses, a long-sleeve shirt with a bowtie, and has a large, sculpted hairstyle or wig. The background includes audio equipment and a drum set partially visible on the right. Stage lighting casts bright highlights on the performer.
Pat Benatar singing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest.
Pat Benatar is captured in mid-performance, holding a microphone and singing on stage, at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. The performer is wearing a dark leather jacket over a light-colored top and high-waisted pants. Stage lights shine from above, creating a halo effect in the background. Musical equipment and another band member holding a guitar are visible in the background.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel in the spotlight on stage during a concert at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel, dressed in a jumpsuit or loose-fitting clothing, is kneeling on a stage, lit by a spotlight from above at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The background is dark, drawing focus to the individual, who appears to be in a dramatic pose with arms bent and gaze directed forward.
View of Peter Gabriel and his rock band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
An indoor arena filled with a large crowd facing a lit stage where a rock band featuring Peter Gabriel is performing at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The setup includes extensive scaffolding and lighting rigs around the stage, with spotlights directed at the performers. The audience is densely packed, with hands raised toward the stage. Some stage crew and technical equipment are visible in the foreground.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel, wearing a light-colored jacket and pants, crouches at the front of a dark stage while gripping a microphone at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Behind and slightly elevated, an unidentified keyboardist is faintly visible in a spotlight, positioned near equipment cases. The background remains mostly dark, with attention focused on the two individuals lit by stage lighting.
View of the audience cheering at a Peter Gabriel concert at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
A large crowd fills the seating area of an indoor arena for a performance by English rock musician Peter Gabriel at the State University of New York at Buffalo. In the foreground, several individuals are in motion, with hands raised and blurred due to movement. One person near the front appears to be clapping or shouting with both hands near their face. The background shows rows of bleachers packed with seated spectators and visible structural elements of the venue, including overhead beams and lighting fixtures.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel in the midst of performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel stands on a stage, holding a microphone and raising one hand over his head while looking away from the audience at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The crowd in the front rows is densely packed, with many people reaching out, cheering, and raising their hands and fingers in various gestures. A bald individual is seated in the foreground with a guitar, slightly turned toward the performer. The setting is a lively concert with strong stage lighting.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel performing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel, holding a microphone, stands near the edge of a concert stage, leaning slightly forward. at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The audience in front is densely packed, with many people extending their arms and hands toward the stage. Several individuals in the crowd appear excited and engaged, some making peace signs or waving. A bald person, possibly a musician or stage crew member, sits in the foreground facing the performer. Stage lighting highlights the performer and parts of the crowd.
View from the audience of the stage at a Peter Gabriel rock concert at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
A densely packed audience faces a brightly lit stage in the distance where English rock musician Peter Gabriel and his band is performing at the State University of New York at Buffalo. In the foreground, a silhouetted audience member stands with arms raised high, cheering or celebrating. Stage lights shine toward the crowd, casting a dramatic glow and creating a sense of energy and anticipation throughout the venue. The background shows scaffolding, stage equipment, and more attendees.
Pat Benatar singing into a microphone during a stage performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest.
Rock musician and singer Pat Benatar stands on stage under concert lighting, holding a microphone in one hand and a cable in the other at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. She is wearing a dark leather jacket with a white high-collar shirt and high-waisted pants. The background shows blurred stage lights and part of a backup performer playing guitar.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel singing into a microphone on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
English rock musician Peter Gabriel is captured mid-song, standing on stage with his head tilted slightly upward and both hands gripping a microphone near his mouth at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is wearing a long-sleeved shirt and light-colored pants. The background is dark, emphasizing the performer under the spotlight.
Peter Gabriel in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Peter Gabriel is captured in motion on a stage, raising one leg as if walking or dancing at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is holding a microphone in one hand and wearing a long-sleeved shirt and light-colored pants. The background is mostly dark, with part of the stage floor visible.
Pat Benatar singing into a microphone on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest.
Rock musician and singer Pat Benatar stands on stage under bright lighting, holding a microphone in one hand, at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. She is wearing a cropped leather jacket over a light-colored high-collared top and high-waisted jeans. The background is dark, with several large stage lights creating a halo effect above.
Rock musician Pat Benatar sings into a handheld microphone, facing slightly to the right, at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. She is dressed in a worn leather jacket and high-waisted jeans with zippered pockets. The background is dark, drawing attention to the performer, who is illuminated by stage lighting.
Rock musician and singer Pat Benatar is captured mid-song while holding a microphone in her right hand, at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. She is wearing a dark leather jacket and high-waisted jeans. A coiled microphone cord hangs from her hand. A keyboard is partially visible behind her, and the background is dark, suggesting a concert setting.
Rock musician Pat Benatar singing into a microphone while standing under stage lighting at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. She is wearing a dark leather jacket with zippered sleeves and fitted jeans. Her mouth is open mid-verse, and the coiled microphone cord extends downward. In the background, another performer with curly hair is partially visible, facing away from the camera. The lighting creates a soft glow in the upper right.
Pat Benatar in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest.
Rock musician and singer Pat Benatar stands on stage holding a microphone with one arm extended to the side at the State University of New York at Buffalo's 1988 Fall Fest. She is wearing a dark leather jacket and high-waisted pants. The lighting creates a dramatic silhouette, with multiple stage spotlights casting beams through the haze behind her. Her head is turned slightly to the right.
Nirvana concert featuring Kurt Cobain at the State University of New York at Buffalo's Alumni Arena in November 1993
A black and white newspaper page from The Spectrum, dated Monday, November 8, 1993, includes a large article on the band Nirvana, featuring Kurt Cobain, performing at the University at Buffalo’s Alumni Arena. The top half includes two photographs of Kurt Cobain playing guitar and singing, and one photo of another band member performing under stage lights. The article discusses how the concert was organized by student Kathleen Duffy, details about contract negotiations and backstage requirements, and briefly describes the performance. To the left of the article is an advertisement for a lecture by political commentator George F. Will, part of the 1993–94 Distinguished Speakers Series, scheduled for November 10, 1993. Below the main article, a continuation discusses the concert opening acts—the Boredoms and the Meat Puppets—and highlights from the show.
"Nirvana drenches 7,000 at Alumni" recounting a November 1993 concert by the rock band Nirvana featuring Kurt Cobain at the State University of New York at Buffalo's Alumni Arena.
The front page of the November 8, 1993 issue of The Spectrum, the student newspaper of the State University of New York at Buffalo, contains a large headline that reads, “Nirvana drenches 7,000 at Alumni,” with a subheadline crediting Spectrum editors Alicia Wing and Hakeem Oseini II. The central article covers Nirvana’s recent concert at Alumni Arena, highlighting the crowd size, student reactions, and the band’s performance. A large black-and-white image below the headline shows Kurt Cobain playing guitar and singing under stage lights. A smaller image at the bottom left shows an individual being crowd-surfed by the audience. To the right is another article titled “First Lady discusses health plan,” written by Dinah M. Reese. It summarizes Hillary Rodham Clinton’s address to the New York State Library Association in Niagara Falls, focusing on healthcare reform and library involvement in public education. The top banner includes three brief highlights: the Campus Cash card (page 3), Main Street series (page 13), and Bulls football loss (back page).
Reggae musician Jimmy Cliff singing into a microphone on stage at the 1991 Fall Fest concert series at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Reggae musician and singer Jimmy Cliff is captured mid-performance, singing passionately into a microphone on a stand at the 1991 UB Fall Fest concert series sponsored by the University at Buffalo Student Association. He wears a patterned, short-sleeved garment with traditional Jamaican textile designs and a rounded cap tied at the back. The lighting is bright and soft, likely natural daylight, silhouetting the subject slightly against a pale background. The scene conveys an expressive and energetic musical moment.
Arlo Guthrie and his band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1984.
A group of musicians perform together on a brightly lit stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The band consists of five members, each playing an instrument—electric guitars, bass, and keyboards. One guitarist at center appears mid-jump, while the others are actively engaged in playing. Band leader and folk artist Arlo Guthrie appears at the far left. Microphones on stands are positioned across the stage. The lighting is intense, casting a warm glow from above and behind the performers. Equipment such as amplifiers and additional guitars can be seen in the background.
Arlo Guthrie and his band performing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1984.
A live performance features four band members under stage lighting at the State University of New York at Buffalo. On the far left, band leader and folk artist Arlo Guthrie plays an acoustic guitar while another musician behind him plays bass. Toward the right, a third musician plays electric guitar near a microphone stand. Behind them, a drummer is partially visible. A banjo leans upright against a pedal steel guitar setup at the front right. A wooden stool is placed center stage. Amplifiers and additional equipment are visible in the background. The stage lights cast a strong overhead glow.
Arlo Guthrie playing an acoustic guitar and singing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1984.
Folk musician Arlo Guthrie, at center stage, sings into a microphone while playing an acoustic guitar in performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Behind him, additional musicians are partially visible, including one seated at a pedal steel guitar and another playing a keyboard. Amplifiers, guitars, and other equipment are arranged across the stage. A wooden stool stands beside lead musician Arlo Guthrie. Bright stage lights overhead cast strong illumination, and a circular logo for the University at Buffalo can be faintly seen on the backdrop above the performers.
Folk musician Arlo Guthrie is seated on a stool under a spotlight, playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone mounted on a boom stand at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The background is dark, emphasizing the figure illuminated from the front. Guthrie wears light-colored pants and a dark shirt. The guitar is clearly visible, and the focus is centered on the act of performing in a quiet or solo setting.
Arlo Guthrie, seated on a stool, playing an acoustic guitar and singing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1984.
Folk musician Arlo Guthrie sits on a wooden stool on stage, strumming an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone attached to a boom stand at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He wears a dark shirt, light-colored jeans, and sneakers. The background features stage equipment including a steel guitar and drums, with lighting directed at the performer. The setting suggests a live concert performance.
A band is shown mid-performance on a concert stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Folk musician Arlo Guthrie, in the far left foreground, plays an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone. Behind him, a bassist, electric guitarist, keyboardist, and drummer are visible, each engaged with their instruments. A stool and banjo rest in the center foreground, and various stage equipment and amplifiers are visible. The lighting is bright and directed toward the performers, suggesting an energetic live show environment.
Talking Heads rock band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
Talking Heads rock band performs on a spacious, elevated stage under spotlights at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983. Multiple musicians are seen positioned across the stage, playing a range of instruments including drum kits, congas, gongs, keyboards, and other percussion setups. Two seated individuals appear to be playing keyboard or synthesizer instruments in the center. The lighting is focused on the performers, leaving the background and surrounding areas mostly dark. The view is from a distance, showing stage structure, rigging, and cables in the foreground.
Two members of the Talking Heads rock band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
A view from the side of a stage captures a performance by the Talking Heads with David Byrne, to the right, playing acoustic guitar and Tina Weymouth, standing to the left, playing an electric bass guitar facing the audience. Both are lit dramatically by overhead spotlights. In the background, a large crowd of concertgoers fills the darkened venue, many looking toward the performers, with expressions of focus and anticipation. The foreground includes part of the stage rigging and understructure of the performance venue at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena.
David Byrne, lead vocalist of the Talking Heads rock band, in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
David Byrne dressed in a light-colored suit is positioned at the front of a stage, standing with one foot lifted and singing into a microphone. Behind the singer, a guitarist seated to the right plays and sings into a mic, while two percussionists stand at a setup with congas and other instruments. Metal scaffolding and stage lights are visible in the background, and a large stage light fixture appears in the foreground near the bottom right. The band members are under dramatic concert lighting.
A group of five musical performers from the rock band Talking Heads are positioned across a stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983. Two backup singers, wearing matching outfits and holding microphones, stand slightly behind the band's bass guitarist Tina Weymouth. Fellow band mate and frontman David Byrne stands with hands behind his back, on the right. Stage lighting in the form of a brightly lit floor lamp stands in front, casting strong light onto the scene. The background is dim and stage equipment as well as Talking Heads guitarist Jerry Harrison are faintly visible.
View of the stage on which the Talking Heads rock band is in performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
A high-angle view shows a large indoor concert venue filled wall-to-wall with spectators. The stage is brightly lit on the left side of the frame, where performers of he Talking Heads rock band are visible in performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983. The audience stretches far into the background, densely packed and facing the stage. Above the crowd, stage rigging and lighting structures are visible, and a large American flag hangs high on the back wall. The surrounding venue walls are dimly lit.
Bass guitarist Paul Simonon of British punk rock band The Clash jumping mid-air while playing an electric bass guitar on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
Bass guitarist Paul Simonon of The Clash British punk rock band is captured mid-jump during a concert, holding a worn electric bass guitar on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984. He is wearing a sleeveless white vest and camouflage pants. Stage lighting beams from above, casting dramatic shadows and highlighting the performer's movement. In the background, another Clash guitarist and a drummer is partially visible along with their band equipment and structural rigging. The overall atmosphere conveys high energy and intensity.
Talking Heads lead vocalist and guitarist David Byrne singing into a microphone on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
Talking Heads frontman David Byrne, dressed in a light-colored pinstripe suit, is captured mid-speech or song, holding a microphone close to their mouth while performing at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena. The person is lit from above and below, with strong contrasts highlighting facial features and the texture of the suit. The background is dark, with out-of-focus stage scaffolding faintly visible. The figure appears composed and expressive, suggesting the live performance setting.
Talking Heads lead vocalist and guitarist David Byrne in performance at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
Talking Heads lead vocalist and guitarist David Byrne, dressed in a light-colored, pinstripe suit, stands at a microphone, playing an electric guitar and singing at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena. He is centered under stage lights, with a pedalboard at his feet with drummer Chris Frantz and bassist Tina Weymouth visible in the background. The drummer is partially obscured by a drum kit, while bassist Tina Weymouth stands to the right, also playing. The backdrop is dark, emphasizing the brightly lit musicians and instruments. The scene appears to be from a live concert performance.
Talking Heads band members performing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena in 1983.
A live music performance shows two Talking Heads musicians playing electric guitars on a stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo Alumni Arena. Frontman David Byrne stands at the left, leaning forward with knees bent while strumming, and the other, Tina Weymouth, stands farther back near a bright stage light playing the bass guitar. A microphone stand is positioned between them, and various musical equipment including amplifiers and cables is visible on the floor. A drum set is partially seen in the background. The scene is lit with overhead lights and a lens flare from the stage light.
British punk rock band The Clash in performance on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
British punk rock group The Clash performs on a stage featuring five musicians during their final North American tour on April 28, 1984 in the State University of New York at Buffalo's Alumni Arena. The person on the far left is singing into a microphone. The center stage includes a full drum kit being played, flanked by electric guitarists and a bassist. The backdrop displays a row of television monitors showing visuals. Stage lighting casts a strong spotlight on the performers, creating sharp contrasts with the dark background. Musical equipment and speakers are arranged across the stage, and part of the audience is visible in silhouette at the bottom of the frame.
British punk rock band The Clash performing under a geometric stage backdrop and television monitors on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
British punk rock band The Clash performing on a large concert stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984. The musicians include a drummer centered in the background, flanked by two guitarists and a bassist. A lead vocalist stands at the front of the stage holding a microphone. The backdrop features angular geometric stage design with diagonal lines and mesh panels. Two rows of television monitors display close-up visuals of faces. Stage lighting illuminates the performers, and a dense crowd of audience members fills the foreground.
Joe Strummer, lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist and co-founder of the British punk rock band The Clash, in performance on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
Lead vocalist and guitarist Joe Strummer, of the punk rock band The Clash, kneels on stage holding a microphone close to his mouth during a performance at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during the band's final North American tour in 1984. He is wearing dark sunglasses, a sleeveless shirt, and light-colored pants. Stage lighting illuminates the performer from above, and blurred audience members are visible in the foreground. A second microphone stand extends from the right side of the frame, and other band members appear faintly in the background.
Lead vocalist and guitarist Joe Strummer and bassist Paul Simonon of the British punk rock group The Clash in performance on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
Joe Strummer, lead vocalist, guitarist and co-founder of the punk rock band The Clash, wearing sunglasses and a sleeveless shirt, sings into a microphone with an expressive hand gesture on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during the band's final North American tour in 1984. To the right, The Clash bass guitarist Paul Simonon, with spiked hair and a sleeveless outfit, plays while facing the audience. Another band member, most likely guitarist Mick Jones, is partially visible in the background. Stage lighting highlights the performers against a dark backdrop.
Mick Jones, lead guitarist and a co-founder of the British punk rock band The Clash in performance on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
Mick Jones, lead guitarist and co-founder of the British punk rock band The Clash, wearing a dark sleeveless vest plays an electric guitar with a bold, abstract pattern on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during the band's final North American tour in 1984. Stage lights shine behind, and he appears to be mid-performance with a focused expression. A wristband is visible on one arm, and a necklace hangs around the neck. The background is dark, with blurred lights and partial stage equipment visible.
Three members of the British punk rock group The Clash performing on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984.
A stage performance shows three members of the British punk rock band The Clash on stage at the University at Buffalo's Alumni Arena during their final North American tour in 1984. On the left, lead vocalist Joe Strummer stands at a microphone, wearing sunglasses, a sleeveless shirt, and white pants. In the center and right, two others play electric guitars while standing close together, with Mick Jones wearing a sleeveless vest and Paul Simonon in camouflage pants. Stage lights shine from above, and various cables and equipment are visible on the floor.
B-52's band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
A live performance scene from an elevated angle shows multiple performers from the new wave rock group the B52's on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Lead vocalist Fred Schneider, wearing a patterned suit and sneakers, is gesturing toward the audience. Kate Pierson, with arms raised is wearing a fringed outfit and Keith Strickland, wearing a top hat and suit jacket playing the guitar. The crowd is densely packed near the stage, facing the performers. Several large monitor speakers line the front edge of the stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Cindy Wilson of the B-52's band performing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1983.
Cindy Wilson, of the B-52's band, stands in front of a microphone, singing with eyes closed and mouth open at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She is holding a tambourine in both hands and wearing a wide-brimmed hat, large circular earrings, and a fringed outfit with thin straps. The background is dark, placing emphasis on the performer under stage lighting.
The alternative rock group the B-52's is spread across a wide stage, performing in front of a plain backdrop under soft stage lighting at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The group includes several musicians positioned at keyboards, electric guitars, a drum set, and a synthesizer or other electronic setup. Microphones and speakers are set up throughout the stage. The venue appears to be indoors, with a crowd of spectators visible in the foreground.
Cindy Wilson, Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson of the B-52s band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
Three performers of the B-52's band stand in a row on stage, each singing into a microphone at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Cindy Wilson on the left holds a pair of maracas, wearing a dark outfit with embroidered patterns. Lead vocalist Fred Schneider, in the center, wears a long jacket and patterned pants. Kate Pierson, on the right, is dressed in a fringe outfit and stands near a keyboard with a flower decoration attached to the microphone stand. Stage lights illuminate the group from the front.
Cindy Wilson of the B-52s band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
The B-52's Cindy Wilson is shown mid-song on stage, holding a microphone with one hand and wearing a dark, long-sleeved outfit adorned with light-colored embroidery at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The performer has long, light hair pulled back, and is illuminated by stage lighting against a dark background.
Members of the B-52's band in performance on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
The B-52's band performs on a stage under bright lights, with several musicians and vocalists visible at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Lead vocalist Fred Schneider, in the left foreground appears blurred from motion, wearing a patterned outfit and long coat. Another performer, Cindy Wilson, stands at a microphone to the right, head lowered. Guitarist Keith Strickland, wearing a hat, plays near a drum set at center, while additional performers, including Kate Pierson at a keyboard on the far right, are spaced across the stage. Several monitors are positioned at the front edge of the stage.
Multi-instrumentalist Keith Strickland of the B-52s band playing electric guitar on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
B-52's multi-instrumentalist Keith Strickland stands on stage playing a solid-body electric guitar, wearing a dark jacket, scarf, and top hat. A cymbal from a drum set is partially visible in the background, along with other stage equipment. The setting is lit from above, casting shadows on the backdrop and the venue is at the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Lead vocalist Fred Schneider of the B-52's band performing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
Lead vocalist Fred Schneider, of the B-52's band, sings into a microphone on a stand, holding a tambourine in his hands at the State University of New York at Buffalo. He is wearing a blazer with two fuzzy dice attached to the lapel and a dark shirt underneath. The image is in black and white and closely cropped around the upper torso and face.
Kate Pierson of the B-52's band performing on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1989.
Kate Pierson of the B-52's band, sings into a microphone on stage at the State University of New York at Buffalo. She has shoulder-length styled hair and wears a shimmering, fringed top. The background is dark with some out-of-focus stage lights.
XTC in performance at the XTC/Police concert at the State University of New York at Buffalo on January 20, 1980.
Three musicians from the alternative English rock group XTC stand in a row on stage, each playing a guitar and singing into individual microphones. They are (from left to right): Andy Partridge, Colin Moulding and Dave Gregory. They are lit by strong stage lighting from above, and large speakers and equipment are visible in the background. A person in the background is seen observing the performance. The indoor concert venue was the Clark Gym at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
Two musicians, members of the English rock group XTC, are shown during the live indoor performance with The Police at the Clark Gym at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus. One is playing a guitar and singing passionately into a microphone, wearing a light-colored shirt. The other, wearing a darker shirt, is focused on playing a bass guitar. Microphones, microphone stands, and part of a drum set are visible, and shadows from equipment are cast on the wall behind them.
XTC performing at the XTC/Police concert at the State University of New York at Buffalo on January 20, 1980.
A band is performing on a stage set up for the indoor concert venue at the Clark Gym at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus. Three musicians are positioned at the front, each singing into a microphone and playing guitars. A fourth musician is at the back, out of frame, playing a drum set labeled "Tama." A scoreboard and gym equipment like a basketball hoop are visible in the background, along with lighting and speaker equipment.
View of the crowd at the XTC/ Police concert held at the State University of New York at Buffalo on January 20, 1980.
A densely packed audience fills the bleachers and floor space of the concert venue at the Clark Gym on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus. The crowd appears to be watching a live performance or event, with many looking in the same direction. Visible features include windows, wall-mounted speakers, and a backboard from a folded-up basketball hoop. A "No Smoking" sign is mounted on the wall near the top right.
Sting, lead singer and songwriter of The Police rock band in performance at the XTC/Police concert at the University at Buffalo on January 20, 1980.
Two musicians are performing on stage in a gymnasium-like venue. On the right, Sting plays a bass guitar and looks toward the camera, while the person on the left plays an electric guitar. A microphone stands in the center foreground. In front of the stage, a densely packed audience is visible, with several people raising their hands. The scene is lit by stage lights, and large speaker cabinets and gym equipment can be seen in the background., most likely in the Clark Gym on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
Sting performs on stage with a bass guitar, standing near a microphone and facing left. The performer is illuminated by stage lights positioned above a stack of speakers in the background. Multiple audience members in the foreground have their hands raised in front of the stage. The setting appears to be an indoor venue, which was, most likely, the Clark Gym on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
Sting, lead singer and songwriter of The Police rock band, performing at the XTC/Police concert at the University at Buffalo on January 20, 1980.
Lead singer and songwriter for The Police rock group Sting plays a bass guitar and sings into a microphone while pointing outward with their right arm extended. He wears a short-sleeved shirt with a circular pattern and stands near a keyboard. Another musician playing electric guitar is visible to the right. Audience members and equipment are in the background of the indoor venue which was the Clark Gym on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
View of the crowd at the XTC / Police concert at the University at Buffalo on January 20, 1980
Two audience members stand near the front of a densely packed crowd at a rock concert presented by the English rock groups XTC and the Police. One wears a leopard print top with shiny leggings and white sneakers, while the other wears a light-colored jacket, shiny leggings, and white boots. Both appear to be moving or gesturing in rhythm. Many others are visible behind them, standing closely together, some with arms folded or watching the performance on stage. The show took place at the Clark Gym on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
"Star Trek the Weekend" at UB advertisement featuring film screenings, a masquerade competition, and a live appearance by George Takei and Walter Koenig of the original Star trek television series in 1984
Television actors and actresses--United States
A black-and-white flyer promoting "Star Trek the weekend at UB," with events running from March 1–3. The flyer features portraits of Walter Koenig (Pavel Chekov) and George Takei (Hikaru Sulu) and a line drawing of the Starship Enterprise over a campus skyline. Event details include: Film Presentations: Space Seed and Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan shown at 5:15 and 8:30 PM on March 1 and 2 in the Woldman Theatre. Special midnight show on March 2 includes Star Trek Bloopers, The Man Trap, The Reluctant Stowaway, Assorted Trailers, and The Wizard of Speed and Time. Admission ranges from $1.50 to $2.50. Masquerade Competition: Held Saturday, March 3 in Kiva/Baldy. Registration runs from 1:30 to 2:15 PM near the Walkway Café; the event begins at 2:30 PM. Live Event: George Takei and Walter Koenig appear live in Clark Gym on Saturday, March 3 at 8:00 PM. Admission is $2 for students and $4 for non-students. The event is sponsored by the University Union Activities Board and Sub Board I, Inc.
From the TV to the theater, actors ride the Star-Trek wave: a Star Trek-themed event at the University at Buffalo, 1984.
A page from the March 8, 1984 issue of The Spectrum (Volume 15, No. 21), the University at Buffalo’s student newspaper. The main article, written by Wendy Conlin, reports on a Star Trek-themed event at the university featuring actors Walter Koenig (Chekov) and George Takei (Sulu). The article discusses the enduring popularity of Star Trek, the actors’ reflections on their roles and fandom, and their perspectives on the evolution of the franchise and cast relationships—particularly tensions with William Shatner. A student costume contest was part of the event. The page includes two black-and-white photos: one shows Koenig speaking into a microphone with Takei slightly out of focus in the background; the other features a student wearing Vulcan ears and a Starfleet-style costume, leaning forward on a table. A sidebar continues the article “Shero” from the previous page, profiling nursing professor Dr. Peggy Chinn and her views on power and gender in healthcare.
Top of the Week: Star Trek Weekend at UB: a Star Trek-themed event at the University at Buffalo, 1984.
A full page from the Reporter newspaper dated March 1, 1984 (Volume 15, No. 20), highlighting events for the week of March 1–8. The headline “This Week” spans the top left, followed by listings of lectures, conferences, and performances scheduled on campus. The central photo shows George Takei, captioned as part of “Star Trek: The Weekend at UB.” Additional smaller photos at the bottom show Walter Koenig and mezzo-soprano Hilda Harris, who were also scheduled for campus appearances. The “Top of the Week” section provides an overview of “Star Trek: The Weekend,” a series of events including screenings of Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan, classic episodes like “The Man Trap,” bloopers, a masquerade, and a live appearance by George Takei and Walter Koenig. Tickets, pricing, and locations are also mentioned. The right column includes more event listings and a brief on Hilda Harris's upcoming opera performance.
Original Star Trek television series actor George Takei visited the University at Buffalo as a part of a lecture tour that capitalized on the popularity of the Star Trek franchise
Star Trek television show actor George Takei, wearing a suit and tie, stands beside a podium or desk, smiling broadly and raising one hand in a gesture with the palm facing forward and fingers forming a V-shape between the middle and ring fingers. The setting appears to be indoors, most likely during a lecture or presentation by the actor in the Clark Gym at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
Original Star Trek television series actors Walter Koenig and George Takei visited the University at Buffalo as a part of a lecture tour that capitalized on the continuing popularity of the Star Trek franchise in 1983.
Original Star Trek television series actors Walter Koenig (who played Chekov) and George Takei (who portrayed Sulu) stand side by side in front of a chalkboard. Walter Koenig, on the left, wears a pullover sweater and raises his right hand with fingers extended straight upward. George Takei, on the right, is dressed in a suit and tie and raises his right hand in a gesture with fingers split into a V-shape between the middle and ring fingers, while smiling broadly. The setting appears to be an interior university classroom or lecture hall and was part of the State University of New York at Buffalo as a part of a lecture tour that capitalized on the continuing popularity of the Star Trek franchise.
State University of New York at Buffalo. Clark Gym
Ralph Nader accuses industry of contributing to pollution on Earth Day, April 22, 1970.
A yellowing newspaper clipping of an article from the University at Buffalo's The Spectrum newspaper titled, "Nader accuses industry of contributing pollution", by Staff Writer Harvy Lipman. The accompanying photo shows a man, identified in the caption as Ralph Nader, the American consumer advocate and lawyer, seated in front of several microphones speaking on the occasion of his visit to the State University of New York at Buffalo on Earth Day, April 22, 1970. One of his arms rests on the table in front, while the other is raised in gesticulation. He wears a dark suit and tie, a wrist watch with a dark band, and hair trimmed short.
Ralph Nader, American consumer advocate and lawyer, lecturing at the University at Buffalo, South Campus during his Earth Day visit on April 22, 1970.
American consumer advocate and lawyer Ralph Nader wearing a dark suit and tie is seated at a table, leaning slightly forward with hands clasped, speaking into several microphones positioned in front of him on the occasion of his visit to the State University of New York at Buffalo on Earth Day, April 22, 1970. The background shows several individuals seated and observing, some looking directly at the speaker. The setting appears to be a press conference or formal public speaking event held indoors at the Clark Gym on the South Campus of the University at Buffalo.
Clark Gym on the University at Buffalo South Campus.
Ralph Nader, American consumer advocate and lawyer, lecturing at the University at Buffalo, South Campus during his Earth Day visit on April 22, 1970
American consumer advocate and lawyer Ralph Nader, dressed in a suit, is seated at a small rectangular table, speaking into multiple microphones. A cassette recorder and papers are on the table in front of him. The setting appears informal, with audience members sitting on chairs and on the floor along the back wall with coats hanging on a rack to the left. The space appears to be a meeting or press room with glass-paneled walls and doors in the Clark Gym at the University at Buffalo, South Campus during Nader's Earth Day visit on April 22, 1970.
Ralph Nader, wearing a dark suit and tie, sits behind a table with multiple microphones positioned in front. His hands are clasped together, resting on the table. A cassette recorder and a stack of papers are also on the table in front of him. Several people are visible in the background, seated and listening. The room has plain walls and appears to be a press or conference setting in the Clark Gym at the University at Buffalo, South Campus during Nader's Earth Day visit on April 22, 1970.
American consumer advocate and lawyer Ralph Nader, dressed in a suit, is standing and speaking at a podium bearing the emblem of the State University of New York at Buffalo. Multiple microphones are set up on the podium. In the background, rows of seated people watch from bleachers, and more audience members are visible in the foreground. The setting appears to be Clark Gym on the University at Buffalo South Campus on the occasion of Nader's visit to the campus on Earth Day April 22, 1970.
Sign advertising American consumer advocate Ralph Nader's speech at the Clark Gym on the South Campus of the State University of New York at Buffalo on Earth Day, April 22, 1970.
A large sign promoting a speech by American consumer advocate and lawyer Ralph Nader is attached to a tree on a grassy area near a sidewalk on the South Campus of the State University of New York at Buffalo. The sign indicates the event will occur on Earth Day April 22, 1970 at noon in the Clark Gym on UB's South Campus. In the background, several parked cars, including vintage models, are visible in a lot beside a prominent academic building with a tall clock tower. People are walking along a path on the right side of the frame on the South Campus of the State University of New York at Buffalo.
Professional boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali addresses a crowd from behind a wooden podium at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1967.
Professional boxer and former Olympic athlete Muhammad Ali addresses a crowd from behind a wooden podium with multiple microphones at the Fillmore Room in the Norton Union on the University at Buffalo South Campus. He appears to be delivering a speech or lecture in a well-lit room with tall curtains covering the windows. The audience, composed mostly of young people and college students, sits closely packed on the floor and in chairs, attentively listening and visibly engaged. A few individuals in the crowd are smiling or clapping.
View of the capacity audience at professional boxer Muhammad Ali's speech in the Fillmore Room in the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus in 1967.
A densely packed group of college students fills an auditorium or large lecture hall, seated both on chairs and the floor, with more standing in the back and along the walls. Most are facing forward and appear engaged, some smiling or clapping. The crowd is diverse in terms of clothing and appearance, reflecting a mix of attentiveness and enthusiasm. Natural light enters the room through tall curtained windows in the background. The scene conveys the energy of a major campus lecture by famous boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali.
View of the capacity audience at professional boxer Muhammad Ali's speech at the Fillmore Room in the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus in 1967.
A large number of college students are gathered in a spacious, well-lit auditorium to listen to the speech of African American professional boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali. Most are seated in rows of chairs while others stand along the sides and back. The students are engaged and appear to be waiting or reacting to the speaker at the front. The room features a high ceiling with chandeliers and large windows at the back wall that allow natural light to filter in. The atmosphere suggests anticipation and high interest during a major campus presentation and public address by African American boxer Muhammad Ali (formerly known as Cassius Clay).
Muhammad Ali delivering a speech at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus in 1967.
Professional African American boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali, dressed in a dark suit, stands at a wooden podium equipped with several microphones, delivering a speech to an audience not fully visible in the image. The speaker is viewed in profile, facing left, and appears mid-sentence. Bright lighting behind the individual casts a strong glow, creating a dramatic silhouette effect. Audience members can be seen seated in the background, dimly lit by the backlight. The scene presents a formal, significant public address given by Ali in a large indoor venue that took place at the Fillmore Room in the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
African American professional boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali stands at a wooden podium equipped with microphones, facing forward and adjusting or holding one of the microphone stands. He is dressed in a suit and tie, and his face is in profile. Strong backlighting creates a silhouette effect, casting shadows and emphasizing the contours of the speaker. Several people are visible seated in the background, with the setting resembling a public lecture hall or a large classroom which is the Fillmore Room in the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
View of the audience at Muhammad Ali's speech at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus in 1967.
A densely packed audience fills a large room, with people seated in rows of chairs and others standing or moving around in the back at a lecture given by African American boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali. The attendees appear to be engaged and waiting for or reacting to the speaker. The room has high ceilings, tall windows with curtains, and a bright, diffused lighting setup. The lecture is taking place in the Fillmore Room at the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
African American professional boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali, dressed in a pinstriped suit, stands at a wooden podium equipped with multiple microphones, addressing a seated audience. He is illuminated by overhead lighting, with a visible microphone wire running from their clothing. The background shows a crowd of people, some with cameras, seated closely together in a dimly lit room. The lecture took place in the Fillmore Room at the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo South Campus.
Muhammad Ali immediately prior to delivering a speech at the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus in 1967.
Several people are positioned at the front of a room, some seated behind a table and others standing. The person at center, African American professional boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali, is seated and facing slightly to the right, wearing a dark suit. Another individual next to them is in a light-colored suit. A third person stands in the foreground, partially obscured, while a fourth individual is seated to the right, resting their hand on their face. A curtain hangs behind the group, and an audience is partially visible in the background to the left. The lecture took place in the Fillmore Room iat the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
African American professional boxer and former Olympic champion Muhammad Ali, dressed in a pinstripe suit, stands at a wooden podium, holding papers while speaking into multiple microphones. He is facing slightly to the right, appearing engaged in a formal address. A crowd is visible in the background, seated and attentive. Bright lighting from behind the speaker creates a halo effect, emphasizing the setting's seriousness and formality. The scene took place at a public event and lecture in the Fillmore Room at the Norton Union on the State University of New York at Buffalo, South Campus.
First Lady Lady Bird Johnson, New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller, and U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson at an outdoor podium outside City Hall in Niagara Square, downtown Buffalo, New York in 1966.
Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines), 1908-1973
Rockefeller, Nelson A. (Nelson Aldrich), 1908-1979
A formal speaking event is taking place outdoors in Niagara Square, in front of the City Hall building in downtown Buffalo, New York. U. S. President Lyndon B. Johnson stands at a podium marked with the seal of the President of the United States, speaking into dual microphones. Two people stand nearby, First Lady Lady Bird Johnson holding flowers and New York State Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller smiling while looking toward the speaker. Several others are seated in the background, some wearing formal attire and sunglasses. A bunting-covered railing runs along the front of the platform.
U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson speaking at an outdoor podium in Niagara Square in front of City Hall, Buffalo, New York in 1966.
U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson stands at a podium with the seal of the President of the United States, delivering a speech in front of the large, columned City Hall of Buffalo, New York. A banner above reads “BUFFALO WELCOMES PRESIDENT JOHNSON.” Several people are seated and standing behind a bunting-covered railing, including individuals in formal attire. The setting suggests a ceremonial or public welcoming event.
View of the audience gathered for U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson's 1966 speech gathered in and around Niagara Square in front of the City Hall, Buffalo, New York.
A large group of people stands in the street and on the steps of a building with tall columns which is the City Hall of Buffalo, New York. They are gathering to hear the speech of U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson during his visit to Buffalo, New York in 1966. The building’s facade is decorated with striped bunting and a banner that reads “BUFFALO WELCOMES PRESIDENT JOHNSON.” Flags are visible in the crowd, and some uniformed individuals and a band can be seen on the steps. A white vehicle is parked on the left, and people in mid-century attire walk or stand facing the building, suggesting a public event or rally.
U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson speaking at an outdoor podium in Niagara Square outside the City Hall, Buffalo , New York in 1966
U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson stands at an outdoor podium decorated with the seal of the President of the United States, delivering a speech in front of City Hall in Niagara Square, downtown Buffalo, New York. The President is mid-gesture, raising one hand with a pointed finger. The podium is draped with patriotic bunting. Other individuals are partially visible around the speaker, including one seated in front and another standing behind the podium.
Former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy addressing a large audience at the State University of New York at Buffalo during his 1964 campaign for the U.S. Senate representing New York State.
Former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy stands at a podium on a raised outdoor platform, speaking to a densely packed crowd of people on the South Campus of the State University of New York at Buffalo as a part of his campaign for the U.S. Senate representing New York State. The event takes place in front of a group of ivy-covered multi-story buildings with tall windows, some of which are open with people watching from inside. The locale is the Squire Hall terrace on the University at Buffalo South Campus (Squire Hall was formerly the Norton Union). Several individuals, including photographers and suited figures, are positioned around the speaker. The crowd stretches across the foreground and background, with many looking toward the platform.
Former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy addressing a large outdoor crowd at the State University of New York at Buffalo during his 1964 campaign for the U.S. Senate representing New York State.
Former U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy stands at a wooden podium on an elevated outdoor platform front of an ivy-covered building on the South Campus of the State University of New York at Buffalo, speaking to a densely packed crowd as a part of his campaign for the U.S. Senate representing New York State.. The setting is the Squire Hall terrace on the University at Buffalo South Campus. (Squire Hall was formerly known as the Norton Union). Several photographers and individuals are gathered nearby, some kneeling or aiming cameras at the speaker. A large crowd is visible in the background, separated by a metal railing. The scene takes place under clear daylight with no visible clouds in the sky.
U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy speaking at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference.
Buffalo Model City Conference (1967 : Buffalo, N.Y.)
U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy, dressed in a dark suit and striped tie, speaking at a small podium in a dimly lit indoor space at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference in the Common Council Chamber of the City Hall in Buffalo, New York. Multiple microphones are positioned in front of him, and his head is slightly bowed while appearing to read from notes. A large horizontally striped flag hangs behind him on the wall. Several individuals are partially visible in the foreground, including someone clapping and others seated and facing the speaker. Strong shadows are cast on the wall behind the speaker.
U. S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference.
A close-up view of U.S Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy, wearing a dark suit, white dress shirt, and diagonally striped tie, during his visit to the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference held in the Common Council Chamber of the City Hall, Buffalo, New York. He is standing behind a microphone and is looking downward, with his face partially in shadow. A pocket square is visible in his jacket's breast pocket, and a tie clip is fastened to the tie. The background is softly focused and neutral.
Buffalo, New York Mayor Frank A. Sedita and U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference.
Sedita, Frank A. (Frank Albert), 1907-1975
A large room with an American flag hanging on the wall serves as the backdrop for the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference in the Common Council Chamber of the City Hall in Buffalo, New York. U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy is seated at a desk in the foreground wearing a dark suit and striped tie, looking to the side and holding a pen. Buffalo Mayor Frank A. Sedita stands behind a raised desk in the background, also wearing a dark suit and glasses, and appears to be reading or speaking into a microphone. Multiple microphones are arranged on both desks. The room includes wooden paneling and leather chairs.
A group of individuals, in formal attire, stands in a dimly lit interior space in attendance at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference within the Common Council Chamber of the City Hall, Buffalo, New York. U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy is seen near the center, wearing a dark suit and striped tie, smiling slightly while looking toward a large television camera positioned at the right edge of the frame. Buffalo Mayor Frank A. Sedita stands in front and slightly to the left, looking forward with a serious expression. The background is crowded, with additional people in suits visible among the shadows. A hand holding a stack of papers is visible on the left side.
U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy speaking at a podium at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference.
U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy stands at a podium, speaking into a microphone at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference, held in the Common Council Chamber at the City Hall, Buffalo, New York. Kennedy is wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and a striped tie with a tie clip and pocket square. Hands are clasped together in front of the podium. Behind the speaker, a large American flag hangs on the wall. The setting appears dimly lit, with shadows on the wall and across the speaker's face.
U.S. Senator from New York Robert F. Kennedy speaking at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference.
U.S. Senator from New York Robert F. Kennedy stands at a podium equipped with several microphones at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference held in the Common Council Chamber of the City Hall in Buffalo, New York. He is wearing a dark suit, white shirt, and striped tie with a tie clip. A glass of water is placed on the podium to the left. Behind Senator Kennedy, a large American flag is partially visible against a stone wall. The lighting casts shadows on the background.
U.S. Senator from New York State Robert F. Kennedy stands at a podium, delivering an address to an audience at the 1967 Buffalo Model City Conference held in the Common Council Chamber of the City Hall in Buffalo, New York. He is dressed in a dark suit, light shirt, and striped tie with a tie clip. Several microphones are positioned on the podium, and a glass of water is placed to the side. The backdrop includes an American flag and a tiled wall. Kennedy is turned slightly to the left.