Television giveaway mania draws critics at wailing wall
TV and radio columnist notes critics condemn the current surge of giveaway quiz programs on the networks. He cites weekly totals around $230000 in prizes, compares production costs, and argues sponsors seek value though few win. He traces soft economy as a driver and warns advertisers will learn the sponsor behind cheap programs.
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Charles Mercer
New York
the News
Frederick
Critcis
Cbs-Tv
Bc-Tv
Abc-Tv
Superior Rating For Medical Company
The Medical Company of the infantry 2d Division Mars land National Guard earned a superior rating on its annual guard inspection on March 3. Lt. Colt Grindell inspected with Capt Robert S. Stone and Lt Col Grindell. after the drill, the class covered triangular and roller bancases. Several soldiers were commended for drills and admin sections. the unit seeks 10 enlistments and medical officers after the inspection. Past Chiefs Association Easter party noted in Mountain City with a Cancer Society contribution planned.
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Grindel
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James Thomas
Everett ‘Johmson
Courtney Lestom
Iva Rhinehart
William Morrison
Robert Mumma
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McEwen
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Past Chiefs Association of
Alountain City
Television schedule excerpt featuring 130K and assorted shows
A dense listing of programs and times from a station slate including theater, news, game shows, variety acts, movies, and sports. Notable entries mention This Land Is Mine, Johnny Apollo, Beulah, American Bandstand, The Racket, Sunset In El Dorado, and The World turns. The lineup covers daytime and evening blocks with multiple networks and hosts referenced.
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TV Reader's Digest
Dee Norman
S—Theater of Stars
Quiz Club
Kal Ruppel
Dean Klein
Goa
This Land Is
Beulah
Johnny Apollo
Fund gathering yields birthday wishes and prize winner
A brief note describes a May meeting at 128 West Seventh Street hosted by Mary with birthday greetings for ex-Clem and Angie Atkinson in attendance. A guest prize was won by Mary Bowers. The next meeting will be scheduled.
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Angie Atkinson
Mary T
Mary’ Bowers
West Seventh Street
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