First San Diego TV Station KFMB-TV Debuts with Gala Program
San Diego Bay area launches KFMB-TV as one of the nation’s first 35 cities to get a local television station. A kickoff gala features Mayor Harley Knox, Hollywood stars, and a schedule including Fred Waring’s hour long program Sundays. The station plans 20 hours weekly with a 6 PM to 10 PM lineup and a 3 to 5 PM test pattern for setup.
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Mambo Debuts at Ocean Terrace Friday Latin Night
The Ocean Terrace Room at Hotel del Coronado hosts Latin night every Friday with no cover or minimum. Arthur Murray Dance Instructors teach the Mambo this Friday the 13th, inviting guests to see learn and dance the new Latin dance.
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KFMB TV Sets Record for Fast Construction in San Diego
KFMB-TV, owned by Jack Gross, set a near record for rapid construction as the station went on air in San Diego. Ground broke Feb 28 atop Mt. Soledad for the transmitter and tower, with test patterns airing within two months and regular programming planned in 10 weeks. A Santa Barbara listener praised KFMB-TV’s reception despite delays faced by others.
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Television effects on American homes
A survey finds average TV viewing of 3.5 hours daily when at home and over three viewers per household, with viewing rising over time as programs premiere weekly. Reading declines, magazine and book reading drop significantly, yet even educated viewers become TV addicts. TV brings families together but reduces neighbors’ participation as sets spread. Housewives report 34 percent less household time but feel they accomplish as much through planning and less dawdling.
Coronado Firms Sponsor KFMB-TV Gala Viewing
Coronado businesses arrange to show KFMB-TV programming next Monday. The Rose Bowl lounge at 1351 Orange Ave and Jerry’s 99 Cafe at 932 Orange Ave will host patrons to see and hear the station’s debut. Crosley receivers are featured, with Townsend and Western Auto showcasing the latest Coronado models. Jerry’s 99 Cafe opens at noon, Rose Bowl at 5 pm, display and demos run all day at Townsend’s showroom 1127 Orange Ave. Western Auto Window display at 874 Orange Ave promotes Coronado receivers. Coronado models introduce new television features aligned with KFMB-TV’s initial programs.
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Top Entertainers On KFMB-TV Listed For Monday Program
An all star KFMB-TV welcome event in the Continental Room of Hotel San Diego features the Sons of the Pioneers Martha Tilton Johnny Moore and the Three Blazers and the Ernie Felice Quartet. NBC host Jerry Lawrence will present a condensed Can You Picture This show and Lee Hogan will interview a prominent local woman.
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