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A constable of Boston left a summons for the superintendent.

McSweeney reports on a mishap during the night's count. Separately, one prisoner requests for the light to be dimmed, but the guard only turns it completely off and on again.

Observer reports addresses a prisoner's problems getting into a revitalization committee due to clearance problems. Goes into depth about prisoners not liking the observer, and holding potential hostility. Observer expresses tension between themself…

Windows in multiple cells are broken.

Windows in multiple cells are broken.

The guards were rude to the observers.

Things are quiet.

Prisoners believe that an unlocked door to the yard is a set-up/trap. Moreover, they are angry that observers are not making "corrective reports" to refute misinformation in the press. One prisoner became potentially suicidal and was brought to the…

Prisoners believe that an unlocked door to the yard is a set-up/trap. Moreover, they are angry that observers are not making "corrective reports" to refute misinformation in the press. One prisoner became potentially suicidal and was brought to the…

One guard is taken outside due to bringing in a contraband tape recorder. Observers are forced to sign releases, which have no force of law.

Citizen observer describes communications between citizen observers and shift coordinators. He describes an incident.

Citizen observer describes communications between citizen observers and shift coordinators. He describes an incident.

New guards are upset with the behavior of old guards, and are trying their best. Lowenfels is upset about the lack of searches after visits, and people are generally dissatisfied with the news reporting.

Guards conducted count in cells. Control wanted to lock up a Black representative, but he is concerned he won't be let out.

Guards conducted count in cells. Control wanted to lock up a Black representative, but he is concerned he won't be let out.

Prisoners are happy about the observer program and have felt improvements since the takeover began. Moreover, there is a sense of community between the prisoners that contributes to their positive feelings. However, some prisoners would like to…

Prisoner morale is good, but people are worried about a rumored that helmeted guards will stage a shakedown.

Prisoners feel that living conditions have improved in the absence of guards.

The atmosphere is generally relaxed, though the cell blocks in maximum are dirty.