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Discussing the book "Don't touch that dial" with the author J. Fred McDonald

BROADCAST: Oct. 2, 1979 | DURATION: 00:31:15

Details

Broadcast Date
Oct. 2, 1979

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 56.20 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
31 minutes, 15 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Journalism & Broadcasting

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

McDonald, J. Fred Don't touch that dial. Authors, American. Audiotapes. Radio programs. WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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