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DIGITAL ARCHIVAL PROJECT NEWS:
VIDEO:
WPHL-TV van
in the parking lot at the station
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
(photo by Broadcast Pioneers CEO Gerry Wilkinson)
The last Broadcast Pioneers event took place on Wednesday, July 17th. It was a FREE tour of WPHL, Channel 17. The location is at 5001 Wynnefield Avenue, in Philadelphia. It's only a few minutes from the Bala Golf Club where we have our monthly luncheons.
When we first met, we announced who will be our 2019 Person of the Year. Plus, we also announced who our 12 living inductees to our Hall of Fame will be for this year. In addition we revealed the names of our 6 posthumous inductees. These people will be honored at our annual banquet on Friday evening, November 22, 2019 at the Hilton City Avenue.
PHL 17 does their own morning news program from 4:55 am to 8 am daily. As part of the tour, we saw their air studio with the news set and met the news anchors.
(video courtesy of Broadcast Pioneers VP Brad Seecof and Metramedia Broadcasting & Studios)
AUDIO:
In 1991, the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia, then a chapter of the National Broadcast Pioneers, recorded 7 Oral History interviews. These were part of a national project. On Thursday, September 19, 1991, a former president of our organization, Dr. Marguerite Farley, recorded an interview with John B. Roberts, former professor in Radio-TV-Film at Temple University and former weekend news anchor for Channel 6. It was recorded at John's home in Wyndmoor, PA.
Fortunately, we kept the masters and sent dubs to the national group. Where they went after that, we do not know. Regarding the six other interviews, we are convinced that those six tapes are the tape cassette originals. However, we are not convinced that our "master" of the Roberts interview is, indeed, the master. We believe it is not.
The reason we feel that this Roberts master isn't the actual master is that there was a place in the tape where the same audio passage was repeated. Even if the words were respoken, they would have different inflections. Both passages are exactly the same. Keep in mind that these tapes were marked "master." The interview was recorded on four sides of two audio cassettes. Maybe only one side was a copy. We don't know.
This recording also had some technical problems. There were several places where we definitely know that the original tape was stopped and backed up and new audio recorded over the original. Why did they do this? We don't know. However, we can guess.
Throughout this recording, the microphone would cut out every once in awhile. We feel that the tape was probably backed up because of the mike problem. However, there are also small sections where the mike would keep dropping out. They probably were not aware of this until after the interview was completed.
We can hear this on both the "master" and the "copy." The original running time of this recording was 108 minutes in length. However, we have edited the recording, removing phrases like "are we recording okay, now?" "Yes, we are." We also removed the sections where the mike kept cutting out. There would be large sections of the interview where there was no problem (like 10 minute segments) and then there were sections where the mike would keep cutting out with lots of "dead air."
Where there were electronic edits made on the tape in 1991, we kept this intact. However, we did clean up the electronic cuts so there were no wows, etc. However, some of this sounds like when they started recording again, they were in a slightly different thought mode. We left that intact because the audio was okay. So be advised. We did not do these cuts when we prepared it for our website. This was done in 1991 on the day of original recording.
Where we removed sections with mike problems (the audio was so bad that you couldn't even determine what they were talking about), we usually went to the next question unless they were still talking about the same topic when the technical problem cleared up.
There were also sections where the audio just dropped out for a half second or so. We cleaned these up as cleanly as possible and left them intact. It took about 20 hours of editing to prepare this recording. Because of the technical problems, we lost about 10 minutes in length with the running time now being 98 minutes.
However, what we do have runs and flows smoothly. We hope that someday we will find a "perfect" version of this interview. Be assured that if we ever find a better copy, we will upload that version. However, this interview is so historic we felt that we had to offer it in the current form.
Gerry Wilkinson, the historian for the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia said:
I've known John Roberts for over 40 years, and there's things in this interview I didn't know about him, like that he was going to be the GOP candidate for City Controller until the Republicans found out that John was a registered Democrat.
Roberts told us that when John Daly left ABC-TV as their evening news anchor, the job was offered to John Roberts who thought about it and decided to stay in Philadelphia and continue teaching at Temple University. ABC Television's loss was Philadelphia's gain.
With all this said, we now offer you this Oral History interview with John B. Roberts, who happened to be our 30th President and our 30th Chairman of the Board.
Listen in Real Audio!
Listen in Windows Media Format!
Audio edited by Broadcast Pioneers CEO Gerry Wilkinson
(Note: this editing was done back when Gerry's hearing was fine)
A LITTLE BIT OF BROADCAST HISTORY!
Member Alan Tripp
on his 103rd Birthday
September 2019
(photo by Linda Madera)
Once in a great while, we will run a photo from a member's birthday. Sometimes, we get e-mails from people saying, "Well, you didn't run a photo of me on my birthday." Our answer is simple. "When you're 103, we'll run your picture too. Happy Birthday, Alan and many more.
After WWII, Tripp became President of the Philadelphia-based ad agency, Bauer, Tripp & Foley where he produced live weekly television musicals and built a national reputation for creativity with ads such as the “Choo-Choo Charlie” commercials for Good & Plenty candy in which a little boy firmly believed himself to be a locomotive engine. The cast of that commercial was notable: Jason Alexander played Charlie and Patty Duke played his girl friend.
IN TOUCH WITH OUR MEMBERS AND THE INDUSTRY:
From the late 1920s through the 1950s, the Hollywood “dream factory” produced lavish films that offered an escape from everyday reality. "Designing Hollywood" explores this unique era in film history. Featuring more than fifty garments that range from period clothing to items from stars’ personal wardrobes, this exhibition offers a behind-the-scenes peek at the glamour of Golden Age Hollywood.
This exhibit draws on the vast holdings of private collector Gene London (a member of Broadcast Pioneers). Yes, he's TV Kid's host Gene London. Now through December 22nd at the Allentown Art Museum, 31 North Fifth Street, Allentown.
Telemundo62/WWSI in Philadelphia announced that Alberto Rullán has joined the news team as news anchor for Noticiero Telemundo62. Rullán joined Iris Delgado on the anchor desk weekday evenings at 6 pm and 11 pm.
Rullán comes to Telemundo62 from Telemundo47/WNJU in New York where he served as weekend anchor and breaking news reporter. Prior to that, he worked as an anchor and reporter for WAPA in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Before working in television, Rullán spent three years working in radio as a reporter, editor and producer at WKAQ in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
NBC10 Philadelphia/WCAU and Telemundo62/WWSI has named Nick Evansky Vice President of Technology and Operations. Evansky comes to Philadelphia from WNBC in New York, where he served as Vice President of Technology and Operations.
Prior to joining NBCUniversal, Evansky served as Vice President and Director of Operations for Services & Technology at the Associated Press (AP). In this role, he was responsible for AP's technical infrastructure and its support staff worldwide—for all formats. This involved extensive travel, managing more than 100 news bureaus, local staff and vendors across the globe. He is a native of London, England.
“Philly Live,” a new, live 15-minute lifestyle and entertainment show featuring the latest national and local entertainment news, social, digital and technology trends, as well as the best food and travel destinations in and around the Greater Philadelphia region, debuted on September 9, on NBC 10. Hosted by Northeast Philly native, Aunyea Lachelle, the show features local content relating to everything from food, fitness, fashion and beauty, to wellness, travel and fun. Audiences will be able to watch “Philly Live” across the station’s on-air, digital and mobile platforms, Monday through Friday at 11:45 am.
We weren't able to get this story in our September newsletter because of vacation schedules, but we thought you would like to know that more than 5,600 local pets were adopted during NBC10 and Telemundo62’s fifth annual Clear The Shelters™ pet adoption drive which launched in July and culminated in August.
“In partnership with nearly 70 local shelters and rescues in our area, we are thrilled to announce that 1,902 pets found their forever homes on Saturday, August 17,” said Ric Harris, President and General Manager of NBC10 and Telemundo62. “More than 5,600 animals have been adopted since the campaign kicked off three weeks ago."
See member John Primerano in concert on October 20th. Seating from 4:30 to 5 pm. Dinner at 5:00 with Show to follow. $40 / person non-refundable. Cash Bar available. It all takes place at the Tiffany Diner (Banquet Room), 9010 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia. John Primerano is a singer, pianist, songwriter, actor and author who has appeared throughout the mid- Atlantic region including Broadcast Pioneers events. Call 215-677-1843.
Nobody throws a Dance Party better than “Mr. Saturday Night,” Broadcast Pioneers member Bob Pantano, and the Delaware Valley's #1 Rated DJ closed out the Jersey Shore Summer Season with the biggest blast of ‘em all on Labor Day Weekend. Pantano has been “doubling down” all summer to reach the beaches in person from Margate City to Wildwood with two versions of the legendary Bob Pantano Dance Party.
However for Labor Day Weekend only, with his newly expanded “Saturday Night Dance Party” Jersey Shore simulcast expanding to reach the beaches on four stations was live from three different locations. The Bob Pantano Dance Party was born in Wildwood in 1973 at Phil and Eddie's Surf Club. It moved to the Fairview in 1975, and in 1976, Pantano launched the first discotheque in Wildwood at the Mansion on Garfield Avenue.
We received word that WPHT, Talk Radio 1210 on your AM dial is going to be the new radio home for Penn State football. The station will also carry Penn State men's basketball games. This begins with the 2019-2020 season. The games will air live.
Philadelphia has another sports talk radio station. iHeartMedia is carrying on 102.5 (WRFY-FM) FOX Sports Radio, The Gambler. It can also be heard on 1480 AM (the old WDAS-AM) and (WDAS-FM) 105.3 HD2. They broadcast mostly national Fox Sports Radio but afternoon drive (from 3 pm to 6 pm) is local. Sean Brace who spent almost a decade with WPEN-FM, 97.5, The Fanatic will do the local drive time. Brace will provide sports betting updates during broadcasts.
Two new programs have joined the lineup on WHYY 90.9FM. Innovation Hub, Fridays at 2 p.m., features today's most creative thinkers - from authors to researchers to business leaders. It explores new avenues in education, science, medicine and transportation. Guests have included Michael Pollan, Sal Khan, Marissa Mayer, Clayton Christensen, Jared Diamond, Paul Farmer, Sherry Turkle, and Brian Greene.
Hidden Brain, Saturdays at 2 p.m., helps curious people understand the world – and themselves. Using science and storytelling, Hidden Brain reveals the unconscious patterns that drive human behavior, and the biases that shape our choices. Hosted by NPR social science correspondent Shankar Vedantam, Hidden Brain links research from psychology and neurobiology with findings from economics, anthropology, and sociology, among other fields. The goal of Hidden Brain isn't merely to entertain, but to give you insights to apply at work, at home and throughout your life.
Member Kenny Jeremiah tells us that the "Kenny and the King Show" is featured at the Valley Brook Country Club in Blackwood, NJ. Call 609-202-7720 for tickets and ask for the Friends of Kenny Jeremiah discount. Kenny is often seen at Broadcast Pioneers for our big Christmas show and other events. He always gives a great show. Check him out.
Did you know...
Member Bill Webber outside the Roman Forum The Wee Willie Webber Colorful Cartoon Club was an after-school local children's television program which aired on WPHL-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for ten years from 1965 to 1975. It was hosted by local Television/Radio personality Bill "Wee Willie" Webber, a member of the Broadcast Pioneers.
Member Bill Webber by the Trevi Fountain Webber was the first voice and face of WPHL-TV when it signed on the air on September 17, 1965. The show ran for 3 to 4 hours in the late afternoon (typically 3 pm to 6 pm) and was one of the first successful programs on UHF.
Member Bill Webber at the Triumphal Arch of the Star Webber introduced a variety of Japanese Anime cartoons including Tobor the 8th Man, Astro Boy, Marine Boy, Prince Planet, Kimba the White Lion and Speed Racer. Other shows included Ultraman, Spider-Man, The Patty Duke Show, The Brady Bunch, Gilligan's Island, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, The Friendly Giant, Casper the Friendly Ghost, Milton the Monster, Rocket Robin Hood, George of the Jungle, The High Chaparral, The King Kong Show, Buck Rogers, The Three Stooges, The Lone Ranger & Daniel Boone. The theme song for the program was Yakety Sax by Boots Randolph.
Member Bill Webber at the Eiffel Towe Once a week, the show featured a live studio audience of kids. This so-called "Peanut Gallery" played games on-air including Musical Chairs and won prizes for telling jokes or attempting to whistle after stuffing their mouth with Ritz Crackers. At the height of the show's popularity, there was a one year waiting period to get a ticket.
Member Bill Webber at a historic log cabin Regular characters on the show included a bear puppet named Ralph, Charlie ChinChopper (eyes drawn on Webber's chin then image inverted via a set of mirrors), and the Bluebird of Happiness.
Member Bill Webber on the beach Webber often took the show on the road, broadcasting from various locations including Willow Grove Park, Dorney Park, Hershey Park, the Mann Recreation Center, Hawaii & Rome, Italy. (Some film footage of this resides in our video archive).
Member Bill Webber and Actor Gene Wilder (as Willy Wonka) In 1970, the show traveled to Bavaria Film Studios in Munich, Germany for a behind the scenes look at the filming of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. From 1976 to 1979, Webber hosted a similar show on WKBS-TV (Philadelphia). This column is written this month by Bill Webber's children, Bill Webber, Jr., (Photos selected & prepared for use by our CEO, Gerry Wilkinson) A Note about the photos: These pictures are actually screen captures from the 16 mm film that resides in the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia video archive. This film was digitized by using spocketless scan technology. We have over 4 hours of Bill Webber film in our video archive. |
Our special thanks go to TUTV - Temple University Television and The Kal & Lucille Rudman Media Production Center. They have underwritten a grant to be used to fund two years of all our newsletters. That's until December 2019. We thank them so much for their support! |
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THIS AND THAT! Little Bits of Information....
"Sing a Little Song, Do a Little Dance, Get Down Tonight...." During December of 2007, a handful of Philadelphia broadcasters and journalists had a discussion with their counterparts from Kazakhstan (a former Soviet republic in Asia). The event was sponsored by the United States Department of State. Included were our President at the time (now our CEO), Gerry Wilkinson, former President and Chairman of the Board Pat Delsi (who is now our President) and NBC 10 news reporter (at that time) Terry Ruggles. Many years ago, the was a sign on the WCAU lunchroom. It said: "To prevent the spread of typhoid fever, this place will be closed until further notice." The announcement was signed by Sam Mitchell, Sheriff. Sam was the law enforcement officer on "Action in the Afternoon" televised live from WCAU-TV and broadcast over the CBS Television Network. Obviously, someone's idea of a practical joke. October 1, 1924 saw the opening of the brand new WCAU Radio studios in the Hotel Pennsylvania at 39th and Chestnut Streets in West Philly. At that time, the station was owned by Durham and Company and they thought it cheaper to install all the broadcast facilities in the hotel, since they were originating many of their orchestra broadcasts from that location.
Beginning on March 3, 1947, WCAU Radio aired a daily five-minute feature on how the weatherman prepares his forecast. The program was hosted by Dr. David M. Ludlum, Director of the Meteorology Department at the Franklin Institute. In a WCAU in-house newsletter from February of that year, it says: "no formal weather forecasts will be made on this program." A half-year later (September 1947), Dr. Francis Davis was added to the WFIL Radio staff. Two months after that, he was on WFIL-TV. The difference, however, is that Davis actually did the forecast. By the way, Davis was part of the team that prepared weather information for General Dwight Eisenhower for the Allied invasion of Europe (D-Day). |
THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES:
Memories about Jean Shepherd!
Jean Shepherd
KYW Radio
1952
Broadcast Pioneers member Kenn Venit wrote for us awhile ago about some of his thoughts about one of the people we inducted posthumously this several years ago. The man's name is Jean Shepherd. Here's what he wrote:
"Excelsior, You fathead!
"Wanda Hickey's Night of Golden Memories."
"Radio drama is dead. What I do is radio drama."
The immortal words of Jean Shepherd – but, OK, maybe the last one is not exactly immortal.
However, almost half-a-century later, I still remember them from Shep's speech on Friday, May 8, 1964, at the Temple University Communications & Journalism Annual Banquet (better known as the WRTI Banquet). It was held at the Alden Park Manor on Wissahickon Drive. I was 19, and one of the many "undercover'' young listeners to his late-night radio broadcasts on 50,000 watt WOR 710 New York. (Shep worked at 50,000-watt KYW Philadelphia from 1951-1953, but I was in single digits.)
As Shep stepped to the microphone, a WRTI engineer played his theme song, the Bahn Frei Polka," by Eduard Strauss, with the U.S. Cavalry Bugle First Call at the start of the Polka. I still listen to it now and then.
I was in awe just being in the same room, and amazed that he was so at ease in a room full of strangers. He questioned why Temple University still had a course in radio drama, theorizing maybe it was because some faculty members were old-fashioned (I think he said it another way) or behind the times. Professor Del Dusenbury, who taught the required radio drama course, was obviously shocked and displeased. I think he left the room at that point.
Shep worked unscripted that night as he did every night on the radio. For the life of me, I can't remember what else he said to us in that speech, but in a publicity release which had been sent to me for use in the May 7, 1964 Temple NEWS, he was described as someone who "presents ideas in the form of conversation and drama."
He also used sound effects (some emanating from his mouth), and music to help convey his thoughts. You created your own images as you listened.
After his speech (which, as I recall was recorded on reel-to-reel audiotape by WRTI-FM student staffers), Shep signed autographs, mingled with students, and showed absolutely no signs of being an egotist. He seemed somewhat surprised at how many of us at Temple were faithful listeners (he was on WOR from 1956-1977).
Shep died on October 16, 1999. Among the many online tributes to him was one from a fan, Prof. Rob Kleidman of Ohio State University, who said a colleague of his claimed the best evaluation as to what a teacher meant to a student comes years later.
If we "evaluate" Shep as having been a "teacher," I can say he did a great job teaching me, and so many others, about how to combine drama and conversation to be an effective storyteller. I actually use some of his techniques in my journalism classrooms, at times playing "roles" and always engaging my students (it's now called being "interactive") in discussions requiring critical thinking. Early in the semester, I interview some in front the class, take some notes, and then tell a story about them, unscripted. They also learn that I can take that verbal version, and convert it to another medium, with or without pictures.
Shep worked in radio, TV, theater, and as an author, musician, and public speaker. He was "converged" before the word was defined as it is today.
His signature motto, "Excelsior!" was his reminder to us to always be higher, loftier, better than we thought we were or could ever be. His polka theme song, "Bahn Frei," translates to "make way!" – which he did.
As to whether Shep's words are "immortal," you can still hear many of them thanks to online podcasts and airchecks. And when I hear the "Bahn Frei Polka" (starting with the U.S. Cavalry Bugle First Call), I go back to a place in time when I would fall asleep listening to someone who told stories – not necessarily bedtime ones, but about people, places, and ideas I could dream about, one way or another.
Thanks, Mr. Shepherd…
Ernie Kovacs broadcasts from Trenton!
(Left to right) Albert Mathis & Ernie Kovacs
Deadline for dinner, WPTZ (now KYW-TV)
1950The March 6, 1950, issue of Broadcasting Magazine tells us about Ernie Kovacs broadcasting from the center of New Jersey. Problems for the housewife are answered by WTTM Radio (Trenton) and Ernie Kovacs daily at 10:45 am. We can just imagine what kind of answers Ernie gave to "How do I get catsup out of my carpeting?"
The program was sponsored by the Trenton Lighting Studios and RCA Victor. The station reported that during the first week of broadcasts, the station's telephones were tied up. Either Kovacs was giving serious answers or doing some of his zany stuff. You decide.
Ernie Kovacs on "Three to Get Ready"
WPTZ
December 1950We all know now about the selling power of Ernie Kovacs. Well, his sponsor reported that the telephones were ringing off the hook at the Trenton Lighting Studios. People wanted info about buying RCA Victor television sets.
By the fall of that year, Ernie was hosting a TV Set on WPTZ entitled, "Pick Your Ideal." The program aired weekly on Thursdays from 1:15 pm to 1:30 pm. It was sponsored by the Ideal Manufacturing Company of Hammonton, New Jersey. The program was described as "manufacturer's garments are modeled by professionals and described by the show's MC, Ernie Kovacs. Andy Anderson was the co-MC and straight man for Ernie on the live telecast.
The TV broadcast was a contest one. Dresses from two manufacturers are shown. One is from Ideal and the other from a competitor. A phone call to viewers who sent in postcards gave them the chance to win the Ideal garment if they selected which one was made by the sponsor. If they guessed wrong, they got a consolation prize.
A LITTLE BIT OF BROADCAST HISTORY!
Station Graphics (with Ernie Kovacs)
WPTZ, Channel 3
1952
OUR HATS OFF TO YOU FOR GIVING:
We would like to thank all those people who made an extra contribution when they attended our September luncheon. They included: Paul Big Bear, Mike Bove, Frank Corado, Pat Delsi, Mel Klwansky, Chris Lamoureux, Dorie Lenz, Mike Melnyk, T. Morgan, J. R. Russ, Steve Sacks, Len Stevens, Todd and Pam Tuckey, Robert Weiss and Gerry Wilkinson
We would also like to thank all the members who sent in an extra contribution this month (and last) when they renewed their dues. They are: Larry Kane, Todd Tuckey, Pam Tuckey, Ed Cunningham, Kennard Brown, Larry Mendte, Dawn Stensland, Marlene Adelman, Ira Adelman, Robin Adelman, Susan Schiller and Jay Lloyd.
Special thanks go to those of you who included an extra contribution when ordering your banquet tickets. They include:The Adelmans,Art Moore and an anonymous contribution from someone we inducted into our Hall of Fame last year. It takes several days to process incoming mail. So, if we didn't thank you for your extra contribution (of any type) this month, it probably arrived too late to make this issue. We'll thank you next month. We appreciate all contributions. Thank you!
It is not too late to make a contribution to the Bob Kravitz Memorial Scholarship Fund. Those who have done so, thank you. But you can still make a contribution to this memorial. Send any contributions to the Bob Kravitz Memorial Fund, Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia, PO Box 2886, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.
Four members decided that they were going to underwrite an entire $1,000 scholarship in Bob's memory. They are: Marc and Susan Howard, Jon and Joanne Harmelin, Art Moore and Steve Levy. Other contributors included: Bob Feldman, Rob Jennings, Don Henderson, Jackie Strauss, Bob Timms, Trudy Haynes, Larry Kane, Tom Moran, Sheree Goldflies, Cathy Gandolfo, Anne and Gary Mirkin, Tony Williams, Susan Levering & Sally Poulshock, John Ostapkovich, Rich Troyan, David Madden and Mike Strug.
It is not too late to make a contribution to the Gene Crane Memorial Fund. Those who have done so, thank you. But you can still make a contribution to this memorial. Send any contributions to the Gene Crane Memorial Fund, Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia, PO Box 2886, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.
While contributions have been coming in for only a short time, we would like thank you people for their donations. They include: Jane Johnston, Larry Sanitsky & Nancy Josephson Sanitsky and Abe & Sherri Reich.
We are a federally recognized, state chartered charity with a 501(c)(3) status. Contact us at (856) 365-5600 or e-mail pioneers@broadcastpioneers.com for more details. Your gift to Broadcast Pioneers will help us and may lower your federal income tax. That's win-win, isn't it?
Special Thanks for the gift of Appreciated Stock: (a federal tax advantage for the giver)
Member Sylvia Kauders - $5,159.45 (used for the scholarships listed below)
Special Thanks (in alphabetical order) for contribution of $1,000 or more to our DAP, Digital Archival Project:
Member Jerry Del Colliano - $1,500
The Shunfenthal Family (in memory of Sherri Shunfenthal's father, Les Waas) - $2,000
Member Marlin Taylor - $2,000
A member who prefers not to be identified publicly - $1,000
Special Thanks (in alphabetical order) for contribution of $1,000 or more into our General Fund to be used where needed:
Member Brad Seecof and Metramedia Broadcasting & Studios - $1,000
The Sylvia Kauders Foundation - $10,000
A Member who wishes to remain anonymous - $1,000
Those who contributed to the Gene Crane Memorial Fund
Special Thanks (in alphabetical order) for April 2020 Scholarships:
The Harry Hurley - Hurley in the Morning Charity - 2 scholarships (for a Stockton University student)
Member Sylvia Kauders - 1 scholarship (from a bequest for 5 yearly scholarships running until 2024)
Member Kal Rudman - 5 scholarships (for Temple University students)
Member Marlin Taylor - 2 scholarships
plus at least 6 scholarships in the memory of Bob Kravitz
Special Thanks (in alphabetical order) for a contribution of $500 or more to our DAP, Digital Archival Project:
Member Elliot Abrams - $500
Members Robin and Ira Adelman - $500
Member Priscilla Fox - $500 plus another $500 for our scholarship fund
Member Bill Kelley - $750
Member Art Moore - $500
Armitage Shanks (not their real name) - $500
Bequests in their Will:
Member Sylvia Kauders passed away recently. In her will, she bequest to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia, the amount of $5,000. This funding is to be used to underwrite one scholarship per year until gone. These scholarships will start in the year 2020 and continue until 2024. From a previous gift, Sylvia has underwritten one scholarship a year starting in 2015 and continuing until 2019.
Member Dave Shayer passed away last year. In his will, he bequest to the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia, the amount of $5,000. This funding is to be used to underwrite our archival project which was dear to Dave's heart and soul.
If someone underwrites a complete scholarship and we'll give them credit in the electronic newsletter until the scholarship is awarded. The gift of appreciated stock of $2,000 or more) will be thanked in our "Thank You" column for two years. If someone donates $1,000 or more and we'll list them in our "Thank You" column for a year. If someone gives a donation of $500 or more and we'll list them in our "Thank You" column for six months. They can select how we use the money: for our archival project, for scholarships or for our general fund to be used as needed.
More Thanks:
A growing portion of the revenues that fund the different activities of the Broadcast Pioneers comes from donations. This includes our archival project and our scholarship program. Now we are making it even more beneficial for our donors. Broadcast Pioneers is now able to accept gifts of appreciated stock, which provides a significant tax benefit to you. By giving appreciated stock (stock which is worth more now than what it cost when it was purchased), the giver can get a charitable contribution tax deduction based on the current market value of your stock. At the same time, they avoid the capital gains tax that would arise if they simply sold the stock. So if someone would like to support our educational mission or our archival project and save money on taxes too, they could consider making a gift of appreciated stock. We are a federally recognized, state chartered charity with a 501(c)(3) status. Contact us at (856) 365-5600 or e-mail pioneers@broadcastpioneers.com for more details.
Many of us are over 70 and a half years old. If someone is, they can donate directly to Broadcast Pioneers from their IRA Account. If they take a distribution and then donate to us, they would have to pay federal tax on the distribution. By donating directly to us, they pay no tax and we get the full amount. Remember, this donation must go directly to us in order for the giver to avoid paying income tax. This direct donation may also prevent the donor from going into a higher tax bracket. That's always good. The donor should always contact tax advisor about this and get complete details.
Thanks so much for everyone's support.Our address is Broadcast Pioneers, PO Box 2886, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004, (856) 365-5600. Our e-mail is: pioneers@broadcastpioneers.com
A FINAL THOUGHT....
“Courtesy, kindness, justice and love. It ain’t easy to do sometimes, but it works.”
Bill Wright, Sr.
Broadcast Pioneers' Person of the Year for 2009
Please contact us by e-mail at pioneers@broadcastpioneers.com or by mail to: Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia, PO Box 2886, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. Your stories are important, to you, to us, and your colleagues. Contact us today and we’ll include your story in the next newsletter! |
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