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Boone delivers remarks about prison reform and the Walpole prison after his departure as commissioner of the Department of Corrections.

An observer relays a message from a prisoner detailing the lack of medical attention for his broken bones. He'd like to meet with someone, potentially a prisoners' rights lawyer.

A list of what was on the radio.

These notes include questions for an upcoming meeting with Commissioner John Boone.

Press release containing excerpts from observer reports. The release ends with an itemized list of common complaints, which are detailed throughout. Generally, prisoners are happy with the decreased tensions and the new cook. However, a major problem…

Press release containing an observer report that describes a prisoner being beaten when "lugged" out of his old cell. Moreover, none of the prisoners in segregation were done so with a prior hearing.

A press release explaining how the guards treated prisoners "like animals," and how things are better now that the old guards are gone.

This document lists facts to be reviewed for a press release regarding behavior modification.

Press release consisting of excerpts from observer reports. The reports mention a relaxed atmosphere and the prisoners' appreciation for improvements made in the guards' absence. For the first time in months, prisoners in Block 10 got showers,…

This document is intended to set forth rules, regulations and define the scope of the observer teams within MCI-Walpole. It supersedes any relevant, preceding or interim document of a similar nature.

Press release consisting of excerpts from observer reports. These reports mention that heating is inconsistence, the weight room lacks a toilet, and areas for recreation like the gym are not well-kept, leading to injuries.

Petition for reconciliation and compensation for victims of the Vietnam War created by the American Friends Service Committee

A typed observer report from Peter Gelleke on March 9, 1973