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Jean Murray's Memo Sponsored By The W. T. Grant Store, Wlbz Radio
Jean Murray's Memo Sponsored By The W. T. Grant Store, Wlbz Radio
WLBZ Radio Station Records
Jean Murray offers information about her background and plans for a daily radio program in 1949 on topics of interest in the world of women. The opening section is nearly identical to a previous recording, as Murray tells about herself and her interest in what's happening at local women's clubs. From there, this edition, sponsored by the W. T. Grant department store at the corner of Hammond and Central streets in Bangor, discusses the store's sweater and fur coat sections and the fall fashion line of international designer Madame Schiaparelli.
Esso Reporter's 10th Anniversary On Wlbz, Wlbz Radio
Esso Reporter's 10th Anniversary On Wlbz, Wlbz Radio
WLBZ Radio Station Records
Irv Hunter emceeing a review of ten years of the ESSO Reporter program on WLBZ Radio. Anthony Morin, Jr., of Bangor, a 10-year-old-boy (helped by his brother, Robert) reviews major events of the past ten years. WLBZ is congratulated by several ESSO officials on bringing up-to-the-minute news to the listening audience several times each day. Speakers include Verne Carrier, June Richdale, R. M. Gray, and A. E. Webber and Edward E. Guernsey. Recorded in 1949.
Memorial Day Dedication Of The Bangor Book Of Honor, Part 1, Wlbz Radio
Memorial Day Dedication Of The Bangor Book Of Honor, Part 1, Wlbz Radio
WLBZ Radio Station Records
The first portion of a live broadcast narrated by Irving Hunter of the ceremony held at Bangor Auditorium May 30, 1947 to present the Book of Honor, a volume compiled as a memorial to the 110 men from Bangor who died during World War II. Includes the remarks of City Manager Horace Etsey, Vice Admiral Carleton F. Bryant, Dr. Henry C. Knowlton, and the beginning of the remarks by Senator Owen Brewster.
Broadcast With Admiral Byrd From Bangor To Little America, Antarctic Exploration Base, Wlbz Radio
Broadcast With Admiral Byrd From Bangor To Little America, Antarctic Exploration Base, Wlbz Radio
WLBZ Radio Station Records
One of a series of programs produced for members of the Byrd Expedition stationed at Little America, an Antarctic research station at the South Pole. Admiral Byrd, in Maine for the summer, addresses those who remain at the station. He describes daily life in Antarctica and thanks the person who developed the broadcasts, Clyde Wagoner, head of the General Electric Company News Bureau. Sponsored by the Bangor Daily News, whose editor, Monte Bourjaily, addresses the audience. Also features Stuart Mosher, Doc Rockwell, performers from the Lakewood Playhouse in Skowhegan and several area musical performers. Recorded August 2, 1940.