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Citizen observer describes the aftermath of an incident between a not-well-regarded guard and a group of prisoners.
Some reporters came through the prison on a tour to write an article for BU News. Separately, prisoner morale is higher, though some complained about guard behavior.

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Hofacker's observations include poor sanitary conditions in hallways and a packet of literature in the superintendent's office that had been passed out to prisoners by other observers.

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Observers are not allowed to talk to the men in the prison. There is an incident of conflict in which a guard is punched.

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A prisoner has repeated medical concerns, and the medical attendent visits.

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Prisoners working in the shops are aware that Holmes is watching for drug use.

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Homons notes a lack of chairs and tables, as well as inconsistent lighting in the maximum security blocks.

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One prisoner had an ear operation and was recommended to go to the Norfolk hospital. By the time Hopkins left, no doctor had come.

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One prisoner needed medical treatment, especially insulin. Otherwise, prisoners are generally organized.

Private due to name

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A typed observer report written by J. Hornfeldt on March 21st, 1973

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A handwritten observer report written by J. Hornfeldt on March 21st, 1973

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Observer Report by Shift Coordinator from April 21, 1973; Shift 11-7.Hornfeldt relays details about the observers on shift, one of whom is the vice president of the Mass. Labor Council AFL-CIO.

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Some people from the NPRA made a call about a press conference with ABC News.

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There is some concern regarding how well stability can be maintained, but otherwise a pretty quiet shift.

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There is one guard in minimum and maximum each; no incidents of note. Nobody seems to know information about an "accident" in one cell.

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Horowitz asks for clarification regarding the status of the NPRA as a prisoners' union. There is an additional handwritten letter from Charlie Forter to Arnold E. Cole about legal advice

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Things went smoothly.

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Howard speaks with prisoners about their lives in prison; one has just had an operation and needs painkillers.

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Cell block 10 conditions have improved since the previous week. It's a quiet night.

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