Sheriff John Curley attempting to cut the through the doors of Massasoit Hall (March 11, 1970)
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This photograph was taken on March 11, 1970, showing Hampden County Sheriff John Curley (glasses and fedora hat) attempting to cut through the doors of Massasoit Hall with a giant tool. Around him are four other officers, two operating the device while the others stand near the door. Also in the photograph is one protester with an afro, whose back is closest facing the camera. It is believed that this photograph was used by Springfield newspapers reporting on the Black students' involvement in the Springfield College Massasoit Hall takeover. Handwritten on the back is "Spfld College," "Wed 3/11/70", and "Sheriff Curley Cuts way in at Massasoit Hall.". Handwritten on the back is "Spfld College," "Wed 3/11/70", and "Sheriff Curley Cuts way in at Massasoit Hall."
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