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WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

December 30, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #758

LACY AND I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY AND SAFE NEW YEAR!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

UK FOLK SINGER DEPARTS THIS LIFE Steeleye Span is a British Electric Folk group that Tim Hart forms with Maddy Prior in 1969. The name Steeleye Span comes from a character in the traditional song Horkstow Grange that tells the story of a fight between John [Steeleye] Span and John Bowlin but they are fictional characters. Tim forms his first band Rattfinks while still at St Albans High School. Another famous band, The Zombies, comes from that same school. Along with Fairport Convention Steeleye Span is in the class of the best known acts of the British folk revival. They record British hit singles Gaudete and All Around My Hat. Their All Around My Hat certifies Gold. Steeleye Span has 3 Top 40 albums. In December 2008, Tim receives a diagnosis of inoperable cancer. Due to his health he gives up music to become a writer and photographer. In 2008, he reunites with Maddy Prior for a one-time performance on BBC’s Electric Proms. In the early morning of December 24, 2009 Tim Hart dies at 61 from lung cancer.

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RADIO SWITCH-A-ROO IN OHIO These days some commercial radio stations switch to non-profit status. But WUCO-1270 in Marysville, OH goes one better because St. Gabriel Radio sells non-commercial Religious WUCO to ICS Communications to take it commercial. ICS owns two other radio stations that are generally in the same area east of Marysville and north of Columbus. They include Spanish WDLR-1550 Delaware, OH and Classic Rock WVXG FM (95.1) Mount Gilead, OH. The deal involves a total price of $225K for WUCO with a $5K deposit, plus $20K cash on closing day to make a total down payment of $25K and a promissory note for the remaining $200K. TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the topic of each song in Lesley Gore's first Mercury records album in 1963? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DAVE CLIFTON Rational Radio President says he can no longer afford his lease on KMNY-1360 (ex KXOL) DFW, TX so he moves online on January 1, 2010. •WESTWOOD ONE yanks the legendary Larry King off its radio channels at the end of 2009. Thus ends Larry's 52-year radio syndication. •SEAN HANNITY's leap to Premiere Radio costs Citadel an estimated $10 million in lost ad revenue, thus saith Inside Radio. •GLENN BECK nationally syndicated radio host adds mornings 9-11 am on news/talk WIND-560 Chicago, IL beginning January 4, 2010.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 STEVE WARINER singer-songwriter-guitarist born on December 25th in Noblesville, IN. •1964 DUGLAS T. STEWART leader-composer-musician with British Indie Pop group BMX Bandits born on December 30th. •1977 DOLLY PARTON earns her first Gold album on December 27th with Here You Come Again. •1983 EARL [Fatha] HINES Jazz pianist dies on April 22nd in Oakland, CA. •1996 LEANN RIMES' first #1 single in Billboard's Country survey is One Way Ticket (Because I Can) on December 28th. •2000 ROEBUCK [Pops] STAPLES songwriter-guitarist-vocals with R&B group Staple Singers dies on December 19th.

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JIM ELLINGER (Tamale, Ghana, Africa) Jim Rose and Radio Friends - Well, once again I find myself on a radio assignment in a far, far off place. Greetings from Ghana! A friendly place to be sure. They speak English, love Obama, have a scrappy free press, and have 5-6 community radio stations. I am on a "food security intervention" assignment, NGO-speak for hunger. Trying to help the local farmers get better prices for their crops. HECK! I could (have) stayed in Central Texas and worked on that! Tomorrow I have to ride on the BACK of a mountain bike, for fifty+ clicks, on a road 'too bad for cars' to a community radio station in some village south of here. Gonna' be a bone-jarring, bladder-blasting, dust-choking, African sun frying day at the office. jim ellinger

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich, MA) Jim...One of the luckiest breaks of my life happened one Sunday in Seguin, Texas. I was the lone ranger on Sundays at KWED. Signed on at sunrise, and off at sunset. Ran the transmitter by remote control from the studio. At 10am I plugged into a live broadcast from the Lutheran Church. Just before 11am, I unplugged the Lutherans, did the station break thing, and plugged into the Catholics live. This gave me a two hour break to prepare an hour-long noon news. Just after delivering the news and getting a record show started the phone rang. It was Jack Roth, owner of KONO, who happened to be out for a Sunday drive and told me he just heard my newscast and wanted to hire me as a radio news anchorman on KONO. Two weeks later I was at KONO. That was the Fall of 1958. In April, 1961, the news director of KONO-TV called me at work and said his anchorman had quit suddenly that morning, and would I be available to anchor 12 Star Final that night? BINGO! That was the beginning of a wonderful career in television news. Tom

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DUKE GILLELAND (Belton, TX) Caught your site when I was trying to look up a current # for Larry & Gail Scott of Terrell TX. Consider Larry one of, if not the best DJ’s to pull up to a mic! Followed his midnight shows from station to station for 10-15 years! Two others were Arch Yancey & Buffalo Bill Bailey of the 60’s era at KIKK in Pasadena TX. Come from a long line of radio listeners. With a few exceptions like Rick Barber in Denver or Tom Allen at KVET in Austin, radio out there today I can only describe with a line of cuss words too long to count! Keep up the good work. Duke Gilleland

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#756) December 25, 2009 [Friday] Hey, Jim...Mike Hartman here. Christmas came early this year for the Hartman family. My wife and I became grandparents again. Our new granddaughter, Claudia Nadine, arrived weighing in at 7 lbs.,4 oz. Thank you, Lord. Jim, may you and Lacy have a blessed Christmas and a happy New Year. Remember...Jesus is the reason for the season. And, Jim, thank you for "JRRR". You have us spoiled. God bless our men and women in the armed forces...and God bless America!

CHARLES GEORGE Subject: The CD is Dead? Hi, Books are also in the same way as CDs. Novels, short stories, newspapers. I don't even subscribe to a newspaper since I can get the stories online. The problem is when all the companies in the game are owned by the same people. Also churches. How many could actually sit and listen to a sermon like Wesley, Spurgeon, etc. One year for Lent, I bought a copy of Standard Sermons of Wesley and I found it hard to even read pass the first paragraph, etc. When non-profit groups talk about making a profit? TV stations that run programs I like at pledge drive then they disappear. I find I read more than when I was younger, have more time, just less money. Makes me think of the song Circle Game, Joni Mitchell. I saw an interesting movie from 1962 on Channel 8-3, All Night Long an interesting movie as a period piece to see Charles Mingus and Dave Brubeck and other Jazz musicians. An adaptation of Othello. I guess I am not interested in progress makes me think of the song That's All by Merle Travis. Charles George

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BLAKE LINDSAY (Dallas-Addison, TX) Subject: Our Attitude of Gratitude for another Year of Awesome Jim Rose Remembers Radio Columns. Jim, I want to wish you and Lacy an outstanding year ahead. Also, Jennifer and I want to thank you very much, for another fun year of reporting on current broadcasting events, mixed with wonderful memories. I used to be the only person in our little household to read your column, and Jennifer read a couple with me and quickly realized what an enjoyable read your column is. Now she reads right along with me. Happy brand new year to you Jim! Your Grateful Friend, Blake A. Lindsay, President, Blazin' Blake Productions. Learn more about our ability to provide first-rate, customized audio promoting your business and more. Click www.blazinblake.com to discover the many advantages of Blazin' Blake Productions...where hearing is believing!

TRIVIA ANSWER: The title of Lesley Gore's first album in 1963 is I'll Cry If I Want To. The topic of each of the songs in the album is crying. Her first two hits from the album are It's My Party (I'll Cry If I Want To) which lands at #1 and Judy's Turn To Cry at #5 on Billboard's Pop chart.

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake,TX) Now that the mailing is done and you are relaxing I will give you some good news. Four years ago I was told I was going blind and my sight would grow worse. On the second of this month I had surgery on my right eye and can now see perfect out of it. How beautiful and bright everything now looks. On the 16th the left eye will be fixed as well. Prayers do work. What a wonderful Christmas present the Lord has given me.

JAKE HESS (December 24, 1927-p) Prayer is the key to Heaven (But faith unlocks the door).

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

December 28, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #757

LACY AND I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY AND SAFE NEW YEAR!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

BIG BROTHER DIES The guitarist for Janis Joplin`s band Big Brother and the Holding Company, James Gurley, dies after a heart attack at 69 on December 20, 2009 at a hospital in Palm Springs. CA. His death comes just two days before his 70th birthday on December 22nd. In a post on the band’s website (www.bbhc.com/), Sam Andrew remembers, For me and many people, James was the real 1960s, the real exemplar of that counterculture, the forerunner. When I met James in 1966, he was going to die in two weeks of pleurisy. It was always something. James was such a hypochondriac that I was sure he was going to outlive all of us. Now he is gone. Sam founds Big Brother and the Holding Company in 1965 with Peter Albin and Dave Getz. Gurley is the next to join. The group needs a strong singer so band backer Chet Helms contacts Janis Joplin in Austin, TX. In June 1966 Janis travels to San Francisco to join the band. In September, 1967 Big Brother releases its debut album Big Brother and the Holding Company that they record in just three days in Chicago, IL. It remains on Billboard's Pop chart for 30 weeks. Cheap Thrills releases in 1968 and hits #1. But Big Brother only records two albums with Joplin. In a 2007 interview Gurley confesses that then head of Columbia records, Clive Davis, tells Janis to leave Big Brother and go solo with better studio musicians. After he leaves Big Brother James lives a quiet life in Palm Desert, CA. Occasionally he performs on solo projects. In 2000, he releases the album Pipe Dreams. James Gurley's survivors are his wife Margaret and sons Hongo and Django. Big Brother and the Holding Company band members plan a memorial service for James in January 2010 in San Francisco, CA.

THE EDGE SAYS THE CD IS DEAD Irish Rock band U2's guitarist Dave The Edge Evans, who wears a beanie, lays it on the line in an interview with Hot Press. He warns that the CD industry is pretty much all over and that there is no replacement right now that’s viable. It just means no one’s going to invest in music...no-one is going to get tour support, record deals, publishing deals, all the rest, which is how every band since The Beatles have managed to get going initially...this sort of parasitical medium will basically kill the host, which would not be good. The ISPs shout innocent but The Edge retaliates ...that they are distanced enough that they can hold up their hands and say, ‘It’s not us. We’re not doing anything’, but in the end, people are buying broadband access in order to get content of some sort. I think that the people who have been making it their life’s work to create that content have got a reason to be upset...for young groups, it’s important that this gets resolved. And the beat goes on.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What does it cost the Kingsmen to record their multi-million selling single Louie Louie? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ANDY WALDROP and JANET YANCEY's birthdays are on Saturday, December 26th. •KATZ FM Urban (The Beat 100.3) ST. Louis, MO/Alton, IL stunts with Christmas music until it flips to Rock (The Sound 100.3) as WSDD FM at midnight Friday, December 25, 2009. •COX MEDIA unites its Dayton, OH properties under one roof in the Dayton Daily News building: news-talk simulcast of WHIO FM (95.7) & WHIO-1290, Country WHKO FM (K-99.1) and WHIO TV. •CHER's 6-bedroom Hawaiian home that overlooks the Pacific Ocean will auction on January 18, 2010. Concierge Auctions estimates its worth at $8-$12 million.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 GLENN GOINS singer/guitarist for Funk group Parliament born on January 2nd. •1962 JEFF BRYANT drummer with 1996 and 1998 ACM Top Vocal Group Ricochet born on December 27th in Pecos, TX. •1977 TIMOTHY WHEELER guitarist/vocals with Irish Rock band Ash born on January 4th in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. •1982 THE OAK RIDGE BOYS' Christmas album certifies Gold on December 27th. •1994 DANNY BARKER Jazz singer, songwriter, guitar, banjo, ukulele dies on March 13th. •2002 GEORGE STRAIT's single She'll Leave You With A Smile scores #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 26th.

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RUSS DIBELLO [Famous Amos] (NYC, NY) JIM! Don’t know if you're aware, but I worked at the old 93-Q (CHR) for a whopping 42 days in afternoon drive in 1988, followed by three years of itinerant part-time work around Houston, including K-Lite. I had my first "CC experience" at the then-brand new 98.5 when they moved them in from freaking Beaumont (!!). I'd never encountered such heartless b_s in my life. But hey, they're all getting their comeuppance (except for the Mays, who exited CC ownership obscenely wealthy and will get theirs in the next life, we can only hope.). Have yourself a merry little Christmas! Famous! Russ DiBello NYC

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#755) December 23, 2009 [Wednesday] I had to laugh at your quote from Albert Einstein. I read his book ‘The World as I see it many years ago.’ Simple and impressive…but as I grew older I discovered that there was another world for Einstein which was that he couldn’t keep his britches up! LOL. Hope you got my card in time for Christmas. I live in the country and when it snows, it’s like being in heaven as the earth is so silent and the sheer pristine beauty of nature’s wonder makes me forget temporarily of the condition of this world. But then I remember how wonderful it is to have friends across the world – some you’ve never met – still that friendship is always there…like you Jimmy. Wishing you and your best girl a cozy Christmas (oh dear I said the words. MERRY CHRISTMAS) and nothing but the best for the coming year. Attila (www.attilathehoney.com)

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DAVE BIONDI (Houston, TX) Subject: Facebook post. I am very sad - again today - as my treasured Black office cat "Unix" (El Gato Negro) died at 5:50 this morning (Wednesday). I sat with him on my lap all night as I just felt that this was the night. Unix was a dear friend and constant companion for 13 years that knew love and knew how to give it back and would always greet visitors at the BNetRadio studio. I'm really gonna miss my friend, companion and best buddy, Unix.

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JAN CASE (Houston-Katy, TX) Subject: Ed (Case). Just letting you all know that as of yesterday, Ed is under the care of hospice. It came up rather suddenly. I can no longer get him out of bed or his chair or car by myself and even with Kristi helping it's still hard. I cancelled an appt with his kidney doctor and they suggested I get Home Health. ...they said Medicare would not approve him because they have such strict guidelines and you have to be showing improvement and since all his doctors think he is not going to improve they suggested we get private home health. Well obviously I can't afford to pay those rates so they suggested Hospice. That took me a little aback since I didn't think we were really there yet. So a Hospice Nurse came out and at first she didn't think he would qualify under their guidelines either but upon further consideration they accepted him. But they will send a Nurse Practitioner out 3 x /week to bathe him. He was very lucid yesterday and I didn't want to make that decision without his knowledge so we had a long talk and he agreed it was a good idea. I reminded him that before he was born God knew the number of his days and if we live, we live to the Lord and if we die, we die to the Lord so whether we live or die - we are the Lord's. I have accepted this, but I'm still very sad. He has been precerted for 3 months and then Medicare makes them reevaluate all their patients so, if on the slight chance he has improved - then they will discharge him. There's a lady in our church who has been in hospice for 2 years. I'm still giving him all his meds, etc. The kidney failure and his Parkinson's at least aren't painful. He has just been quite quickly slowing down more and more and losing strength. So keep him in your prayers, please. Love, Jan

TRIVIA ANSWER: The original version of Louie Louie by The Kingsmen costs just $36 to record but it sells over 12 million copies.

CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) Subject: Ed Case. They (Ed and Jan Case) live in Katy where they moved a few years ago after living in Spring Branch for about 30 years! Paul (Williams) can probably tell you more about his history. When I met them in the mid 70's, Ed was an account executive with Paul Williams and Chet Hancock at KTRH! They remained in touch thru the years! I know that he was real big on Jazz and associations related to Jazz. Beautiful voice! Again, Paul Williams can probably fill you in with more info. I'm on my iPhone thru the weekend so it's tedious writing too much! I'll get with Jan once I get back to my regular computer! cs

JAMES MADISON (1751-1836) The essence of Government is power; and power, lodged as it must be in human hands, will ever be liable to abuse.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO Issue # 756

WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

December 25, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #756

LACY AND I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY AND SAFE CHRISTMAS!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RADIO ARISTOCRAT DEPARTS Seasoned radio manager Jim Keating dies of brain cancer at 69 on Sunday, December 13, 2009 in the Naples, FL area where he lives in retirement. Jim's long radio career includes several years as head of CBS Radio WCAU-1210 [now WPHT] and WCAU FM (98.1) [now WOGL] in Philadelphia, PA. Keating also manages the Beasley Broadcast Group. He spends the last years of his career as Market Manager of the Clear Channel Radio cluster in Ft. Myers-Naples, FL. Jay Meyers, Jim's long-time friend and associate, reveals that Keating has outside interests, too: He also drove a NASCAR type race car on the local Florida circuit. He was very proud of that. In 2004, Jim joined Birmingham manager Jimmy Vineyard and me at Talladega where Jimmy had made arrangements for all of us to drive in one of the racing schools. 171 around the track, driving yourself, just a guy in the passenger seat who would grab the wheel if you screwed up. It was amazing.

AEROSMITH ROCKER ENTERS REHAB Pain and discomfort sends 61 year old Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler into a rehab clinic for control of injury trauma plus an addiction to prescription painkillers. This is the result of a decade of performance bruises, breaks and sprains that eventually requires surgery on his knees and feet. For instance, in August 2009 he falls off a stage during a concert that breaks his shoulder. Dr. Brian McKeon, Assistant Clinical Professor of Orthopedics at Tufts School of Medicine maintains, Managing and controlling his pain has been challenging, and despite our use of alternative therapies and the creation of custom shoes built by a team of engineers from Timberland, Steven's pain has progressed. McKeon is also the team doctor for the Boston Celtics. Tyler issues a statement to People.com: With the help of my family and team of medical professionals, I am taking responsibility for the management of my pain and am eager to be back on the stage and in the recording studio with my bandmates Joe Perry, Joey Kramer, Tom Hamilton and Brad Whitford. I love Aerosmith; I love performing as the lead singer in Aerosmith.

TOP 2009 CHRISTMAS SONG Inside Radio says that in the weeks that lead up to Christmas, a Mediaguide report indicates that radio plays various versions of Leroy Anderson and Mitchell Parish's song Sleigh Ride almost 119,000 times. Next up are Bobby Helms' Jingle Bell Rock and Andy Williams' It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Most listeners never hear one of my favorite Christmas songs anymore. It's Elvis Presley's 1966 Christmas tune If Every Day Was Like Christmas.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What future famous Rock star opens concerts for Canadian singer Anne Murray? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•GEORGE MICHAEL dean of Washington sportscasters dies after a long battle with cancer. George is WRC-TV CH4 sports reporter for 28 years until he resigns in 2008 due to budget cuts. •WNWV FM (The Wave 107.3) Cleveland-Lorain-Elyria, OH is another Smooth Jazz radio station that bites the dust after 22 years as it flips to AAA (107.3 Boom!) on January 4, 2009. •CURTIS SLIWA former Citadel News-Talk WABC-770 NYC night host and Citadel Media syndicated personality returns to the morning show (5-9am) on crosstown Salem Communications News-Talk WNYM-970 (The Apple) Hackensack, NJ on January 11, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 ANNIE LENNOX singer with Synth/Pop duo the Eurythmics born in Aberdeen, Scotland on December 25th. •1963 JEFF CARSON Academy of Country Music Video of the Year award winner born on December 16th in Tulsa, OK. •1971 NOEL HOGAN guitarist/co-songwriter with Irish Rock band The Cranberries born Noel Anthony Hogan on December 25th. •1988 RESTLESS HEART's single A Tender Lie scores #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 17th. •2001 LEE ANN WOMACK's single I Hope You Dance certifies Gold on December 17th. •1995 KENNY EVERETT British radio DJ/TV presenter dies on April 4th.

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JOHN SUMMERS (Los Angeles, CA) Does anyone remember an announcer by the name of Don Alexander who I believe worked in Texas, Oklahoma & Arkansas during the late 50's & early to mid 60's? If so, can you pass along some info? Thanx, John Summers

JIM [Catfish] PREWITT (Sacramento, CA) It's only a PPM Weekly but yesterday we got results of latest PPM ratings and for the first time The Wolf beat KNCI in EVERY demo and in some demos by a wide margin. This with little or no promotional budget. The past couple of months we have been beating them consistently in 18-34 and 25-35 and have been closing in on their upper demos. We'll probably get hit in the two weeks as we were off the air for 3 days this week. Jim Prewitt (www.JimPrewitt.com) / (www.Facebook.com/CatfishJimPrewitt) / (www.Twitter.com/Catfishonline) / (www.MySpace.com/Catfishonline)

MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Jim, I wanted to echo the sentiments expressed by Chuck Joseph about what a fun place KQUE was. He mentioned 1976. I didn't land there until about 1984, but I'm certain nothing had changed. The control room board was something out of the 50's, I think, and we were still playing single song cuts on carts when even college radio stations were playing CD's. The mic was on a table stand on the board in front of you, the only place I ever saw that it wasn't on a boom, out of the way. There were no turntables even if you wanted to play an LP and did anybody ever think of how they would get out of the building if it caught on fire? The only door that wasn't locked from the inside was the front door out to Caroline. There was a family of raccoons that lived under the building. Still and all, I enjoyed every minute of it. The music we played was great and I enjoyed passing along my knowledge of it. I can remember only one time in nearly fourteen years there when Paul Berlin got on me about going on too long about how ungrammatical the lyrics to "The Girl from Ipanema" were. I did and he was right. I don't understand why stations these days don't even announce the names of the records they are playing. Do their listeners just somehow know the names of the songs and the artists? It's sad that KQUE passed into oblivion. The music was timeless. The Houston Symphony still plays Mozart and people pay to get in. Mike Marshall

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) December 18th; Jim: Just a quick note to wish all those in the media world who read your column, a very Merry Christmas and great New Year. To all the members of our media world, thanks for all of your work, talent and perseverance through the years of a very difficult business. It has been a pleasure to have worked with men and women who assisted me many times when I needed advice or assistance in radio and television. I learned a lot, and realize that the days of broadcasting as we knew them are etched into the hall of memories. Thanks to all of you for friendship and association. Gary DeLaune (www.garydnews.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Bruce Springsteen once opens concerts for Anne Murray whose first hit is Snowbird.

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) And you are really bringing back the memories. When Soupy Sales died not too long ago and you had that in your newsletter I got to thinking about that time at Camp Pendleton -we were at peacetime- when every afternoon at 4:30 most of us big bad Marines would gather around the TV and watch, you guessed it, the "Soupy Sales Show." Happy trails. David (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

EVELYN PATE ALLEN (Kemp-Tool, TX) This is interesting. Also, yesterday my son James was watching some unreleased film of the assassination. He called me to come in and see if I recognized someone in one of the clips. It was Sam (Pate). I sure miss that guy. Every year about this time I remember a Christmas when he covered a fire where the family lost everything. What did Sammy Mack do? he came in and took all that was under my mom's Christmas tree and took it to the family. Funny thing though, That was the best Christmas we ever had. Merry Christmas to you and pray the coming year will be a turn around for the best to you. Evelyn Pate Allen

PIERRE SALINGER (June 14, 1925-October 16, 2004) Jackie Kennedy was magnificent in the days and weeks immediately following her husband's assassination. She was especially wonderful to me.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

December 23, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #755

LACY AND I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY A HAPPY AND SAFE CHRISTMAS!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROE RE-UPS WITH WLS AT FEWER BUCKS News/talk WLS-890 afternoon-drive host Roe Conn is one of the last of the million-dollar mouths still on the air in Chicago, IL. But his contract is up for renewal. Rumors surface that due to America's economy plus to still keep his job, under his new contract, Roe accepts a huge pay cut down to around $250,000 a year. Mike Fowler, WLS GM, confirms on Friday, December 18, 2009 that he works out a conditionally new two-year contract with Roe Conn to remain on the air. Fowler also mentions that he presents an offer to Cisco Cotto morning co-host on news/talk WIND-560 to move to WLS as Roe's co-host. Fowler insists Cisco is a conservative, and we’re a conservative radio station. Cisco is a prior newscaster on WLS-890.

CITADEL GOES BANKRUPT The news is out all over town that Citadel Broadcasting files Chapter 11 which is the first step to restructuring of its $2.1 billion in debt. Farid Suleman, Citadel CEO, alleges Our business will continue as usual, and the company will work to emerge from the restructuring process as quickly as possible. Citadel, the 3rd-largest US radio company, owns and operates 224 radio stations plus produces programming on more than 4000 affiliates. Under the terms of the deal, Citadel owes $762.5 million to lenders. Its debt holders include Deutsche Bank, CIT Group and GE Capital. They receive 90% of the common stock in the new Citadel. In 2001, Forstmann-Little buys Citadel stock for $2 billion. Forstmann-Little is a big loser in the new scheme. Its 29% share of Citadel vanishes into thin air. Farid blames Citadel's $2.7 billion purchase of ABC Radio in 2006 as the culprit for their turmoil. In other words they bit off more than they can chew.

NEXTMEDIA IS THE NEXT TO FALL One day after Citadel files for Chapter 11 reorganization, Colorado-based radio and outdoor advertising company, NextMedia, also clicks the bankruptcy link. NextMedia files for Chapter 11 reorganization with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the District of Delaware. NextMedia owns 36 radio stations, but declares that the reorganization does not result in any management changes or any staff reduction. After all of the dust settles NextMedia expects its total debt to be approximately $128 million. Will the beat go on?

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the last song that the Allman Brothers' record with bass player Berry Oakley before his death in 1972? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KTRH-740 holds Feed Houston One Can At A Time canned food drive in November 2009 to help restock area food banks in Houston, TX. KTRH listeners donate from their cars more than 5,000 cans of food and over $2000 in cash donations. •WNTR FM (The Track 107.9) Indianapolis, IN flips to AC or Classic Hits as My 107.9. •WZJO FM (Z-Rock 94.5) Charleston, WV stunts with Christmas Music. New format is unknown at this time. •KQOL FM (Kool 106.1) Tulsa, OK flips to 90’s GenX Radio. •FRED HANSBERGER air personality on KDKA-1080 Pittsburgh, PA since 1979 dies at 58 at his home in Monroeville, PA.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 DAVE MURRAY guitarist with Iron Maiden born David Michael Murray in Edmonton, London on December 23rd. •1967 DUANE PROPES bass player with Little Texas born on December 17th in Longview, TX. •1974 BILLY SWAN's only #1 Country single of his career is I Can Help on December 14th. •1985 HARRY MARK CHRISTOPHER JUDD drummer with British Pop Rock band McFly born on December 23rd. •1999 TROY GENTRY one/half of Montgomery Gentry marries Angie McClure in Maui, Hawaii on December 14th. •2007 FRANK MORGAN Jazz alto saxophonist dies at 73 from kidney failure on December 14th.

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BOB MILLER (Detroit-Plymouth, MI) Hey Jim, Gary Allyn mentioned Denny Ezba and I haven't heard that name in 40 years or more. What ever became of Ezba? As I recall he had a few songs that got regional airplay but never quite hit the big time. Good talent, though. It's really fun hearing from all the San Antonio air talent from the 50's & 60's. I remember bringing stuff to KONO just to get to see Lee Baby Simms while in high school. Bob Sinclair had a song "Going to build myself a girl", if memory serves me correctly. There was also a Nick St. John on KTSA and I'm not sure if it is the same person who passed away last year. There were two KONO jocks that visited my high school (Jefferson) in the 60's and whose photos are in the yearbook. I think it was Don Green and maybe Couser, but I could be wrong. It was also interesting to hear from Tom Ellis. I was his cameraman at KONO-TV during the time just prior to and after Outlet bought them. Good memories. Bob Miller

NICK ST. JOHN KONO-860 radio personality in San Antonio, TX whose birth name is Aubrey Cook dies on Monday, June 23, 2008. Nick is a friend since 1968.

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich, MA) Subject: So right. You are so right about Rome's demise. The controlling elite became so complacent and satisfied with their position and power that they absolutely refused to listen to anyone who disagreed with them or offered any warnings. In addition to the aliens they imported to do their labor and dirty work, their rulers kept getting weaker and weaker in the brain cells and stronger in their egos. They kept building monuments to themselves. (Obamacare) (Climate change) (Cap and trade) Their armies were stretched completely beyond their capacity and ability, and anyone who disagreed with the way things were being run were executed...for example Jesus Christ. There are so many similarities it's frightening. Enjoy Lacy and whatever other pleasures you may have going for you, and keep connecting with us. We all love you for what you bring into our lives every week. You are indeed a blessing. Tom

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Subject: Pennington. Thanks for the update on Mel. So Sad to learn he'd passed. I just hear from Jeff Thompson who also was unaware of his passing. All around good guys. Say 'hello' to Lacy. CC

MEL PENNINGTON MEMORIES Mel Pennington is one of my all time favorite people, especially in radio and TV. In 1966, we have so much fun when I'm Program Director/Music Director and DJ on KHFI FM. Mel is Sports Director and anchor on our sister station TV42. After Cal Druxman leaves KHFI Mel tacks on Cal's radio management duties. Cal is another wonderful, wonderful radio person. Pennington has such a fantastic sense of humor plus he's an all around good guy. How many radio managers are fun to be around? One day we go to eat lunch at an Austin greasy spoon restaurant. The place is full of people. When the waitress approaches our booth, Mel puts his arm high in the air, points his finger toward my forehead and shouts Do you know who this is? Everyone in Austin, TX knows that Mel is a TV42 star with his sports broadcasts, but I'm just a lowly FM DJ. Very embarrassing. The waitress looks at us like we're ready for the Looney bin. Those times at KHFI are some of the most wonderful experiences in my entire radio career. Will go back there right now in a heartbeat.

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Subject: Chubby Checker/Hank Ballard. You know something Jimbo. I got to thinking about the timing and in 1960 I was still overseas on Okinawa. It wasn't till '61 that I "Twisted" the night away in Southern California. Thanks again for the info. David 'CHUBBY CHECKER introduces The Twist to teens in the summer of 1960. He brings it back for their mamas and papas around Christmas 1961. Both times it hits #1 on Billboard.' (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX)Subject: Ron Chapman. Jim: Sent a program folder from TRHofF event to an ole, close radio RET buddy in SC. He worked once on radio w/a Ron Chapman in Anderson, SC back in 50's & was wondering if this was the same "Golden Voice"? Advise when feasible. Thx...BOB

TRIVIA ANSWER: The last song The Allman Brothers' record with bassist Berry Oakley before his death is their only Billboard Top 10 hit Ramblin' Man.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Hey, Jim didn't know you were on PL (Plaxo)...this is the first person-to-person type site I signed up for some time during last year or so. BTW, I celebrated the 18th anniversary of my 50th birthday on November 25. When I hit 50, I started counting backward, so now I'm 32, which makes my three children illegitimate and, frankly, impossible. Have a bright, shiny Christmas, Jim...and a glorious 2010. - Dan McCurdy, Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee 2004, KLIF, KBOX-Dallas, WMEX-Boston

ALBERT EINSTEIN (1879-1955) I never think of the future. It comes soon enough.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 21, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #754

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SCI-FI/HORROR MOVIE DIRECTOR DEPARTS Probably we most remember script writer and director Dan O'Bannon as he writes and directs the popular sci-fi and horror thriller zombie fest The Return of the Living Dead. Dan dies at 63 on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at the St. John's Health Center in Santa Monica, CA after he loses his 30-year battle with Crohn's disease. O'Bannon writes the script for the 1979 blockbuster hit Alien. plus Blue Thunder and Total Recall. John Carpenter, a classmate of his at USC's film school, tells The Times on Friday, I think Dan had more talent than he was allowed to show in the movie business. He was multitalented: a production designer, editor, director, writer. One of the things that endeared him to me was his rebellion against all authority, including myself, the studios, anybody who was above him. O’Bannon does computer animation and graphic display work on Star Wars. He also directs the 1992 horror flick The Resurrected. Dan O'Bannon is born on September 30, 1946 in St. Louis, MO. Before he receives a bachelor's degree in film from USC in 1970, he studies fine art at the Washington University in St. Louis and attends MacMurray College in Jacksonville, IL. Dan's survivors include his wife of 25 years, Diane and son, Adam. A memorial service is pending.

THEY'RE AFTER BECK'S NECK Recently, after he views American Karlyn Zimbelman's video testimonial of her successful hip replacement surgery in India Fox News’ Glenn Beck says that the Ganges River sounds like a disease. The River Ganges is holy to a billion Hindus worldwide. This invokes the wrath of the U.S.-India Political Action Committee (USINPAC) who indicates that Glenn insults the River Ganges which is part of India’s religious heritage. On Friday, December 18, 2009 Beck says that he didn't mean to offend anybody. USINPAC Chairman Sanjay Puri said that Glenn Beck has issued a brief apology about his comments on the Ganges River but his apology does not go far enough in addressing the core issue of his long rant that mocked India, its education and health care system as well as Indian American Physicians in the US who were educated in that medical system. Glenn Beck owes an explanation about his outburst since a lot of his 3 million viewers take his opinions seriously.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Billboard magazine comes to be in 1894 in Cincinnati, OH. What is its original business? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! John Sebastian's birthday bash is on December 22nd. •WRDU FM Clear Channel (106.1) Raleigh, NC flips to News/Talk Rush Radio 106.1 on January 1, 2010 •WGBT FM Clear Channel (94.5) Greensboro, NC snaps to News/Talk WPTI FM Rush Radio 94.5 on January 1st. Its current La Preciosa Spanish Oldies format pivots to HD2. •WJRZ FM (100.1) Manahawkin, NJ rejects Classic Hits for AC Magic 100.1 on December 26, 2009. •KATZ FM (The Beat 100.3) St. Louis, MO spins to Rock 100.3. •WFNR FM CHR (Hot 100 - 100.7) Christiansburg, VA flip-flops to AC WNMX FM (Mix 100). Its new website is http://Mix100FM.com.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 SHARON WHITE of The Whites born on December 17th in Wichita Falls, TX. •1964 JOHN GORDON alto saxophonist born on December 23rd. •1978 KENNY ROGERS' single The Gambler lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 16th. •1981 DIMA BILAN Russian singer born Viktor Nikolaevich Belan on December 21st. •1994 JOE DIFFIE's single Pickup Man hits #1 on the Billboard country chart on December 17th and remains for four weeks. •2001 DAVID [Panama] FRANCIS Jazz/Rock'n'Roll drummer dies at 82 on November 13th.

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GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook, CA) Subject: Jack Roth, Sad to hear the passing of KONO owner's Jack Roth. He afforded many of us the opportunity to "earn our stripes" in the Radio business. I loved working for Jack both as an air talent and P.D. in the 60's. He was sometimes stern, but also generous. A Texas Radio legend has left our midst and a legacy of great broadcasting. Thanks Jack. Gary Allyn (www.garyallyn.com) / (http://garyallynsradiopinion.blogspot.com/)

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Subject: Happy Holidays. Happy Holidays everyone! ~ We'll be celebrating the holidays with our families from Monday, December 21st until the 3rd of January in the year of our Lord 2010! Thanks all for an incredible year! ~ (www.ccmccartney.com)

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Subject: Chuck Joseph. Yeah baby. Fun, Fun, Fun with Chuck Joseph. "Yesterday When I Was Young." I was having so much fun, I thought Dave Morris was going to send me an entertainment bill. Hey Jim and Lacy, Chuck and all the old timers merry Christmas to all and to all I'll check with you later. CC

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) I heard a great radio story yesterday that I thought I would share. No names or cities so no one gets in trouble. Big chain store manager calls my radioman and says that he needs a remote for free. Radioman says, "Let’s talk about it. I will be right there." My radioman meets the manager at the store and says, "Walk with me." The radioman walks around putting stuff in a cart while he and the manager discuss radio advertising. When the cart is full, the radioman starts heading out the door. The manager says, "Hey!! You have to pay for that." The radioman says, "That is correct. And you need to pay for your radio advertising." He closed the deal, or so the story goes.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) I saw where my old boss, Jack Roth, had passed away recently. Of course, at 83 anything is possible, but he and I connected the first time we met. I knew that I had to have a job and so did he. He did not use that as an effort to lower my salary. He gave me a raise over what I had been making and bypassed the waiting period for insurance. He treated me like a king. Mr. Roth was a strange fellow in a lot of ways. He could be mad and steaming at a jock for doing something stupid, then when I walked up we began to exchange Robin Williams lines. Jack either loved you...or he didn't. And there was NO doubt in your mind which category it was. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) With the passing of Oral Roberts (truly a pioneer TV Evangelist/preacher) reminds me when I was playing country music on KPRC Houston (as Charlie Brown) in the late 60s, that Oral Roberts kept sending me records to play (45s.) I truly, truly tried to put them on the platter to play but I couldn't. The hole kept healing up! David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Jim, Last week I had a long telephone conversation with one of the greatest Houston entertainers in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. He was also a big hit in Las Vegas. His name……Dean Scott. He sounded more like Ray Charles than Ray Charles. He did impressions of dozens of famous entertainers. He was also a better than average golfer. He now is retired and lives near Marble Falls, Texas. Dean still has a great sense of humor and had me laughing through the entire conversation. He comes to Houston about once a month for a medical checkup. He promised me to have lunch on his next trip to Houston. He also asked me to say "hello" to his long-time friend (and my old buddy)...Joe Ford. We also traded Ken Grant tales and Paul Berlin and Arch Yancey stories. On his next trip to Houston I hope that Joe and Paul can meet with us for lunch. Keep up the good work, Jim. All of us old ex-jocks depend on you for the latest "gossip" regarding the good old days of radio (back when it was fun)!!! Paul "Wild Child" Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

MARY HELEN DOLAN (Houston, TX) Subject: Add me to your list. I work with Paul Williams. I would like to subscribe to your website. My husband and Dean Scott are very close friends. Enjoy your website... Thanks, Mary Helen Dolan, Univision-Houston KXLN 45 TV, Account Executive

TRIVIA ANSWER: Today, Billboard magazine devotes itself to the music industry. Originally in 1894 it is a trade paper for the bill posting industry.

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Merry Christmas, Jim to you and Lacy, Your post is always the bright spot in my mornings. Keep up the great work. Joe

HANK WILLIAMS JR. (May 26, 1949-p) This is absolutely the worst administration in our lifetime. They're in a tailspin. I don't know how this guy is going to finish his term. I really don't know.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 18, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #753

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RADIO-TV EVANGELIST SUCCUMBS Evangelist Oral Roberts, who rises from tent revivals to found a multimillion-dollar organization plus an Oklahoma university that bears his name dies at 91. On Saturday, Roberts enters the hospital after a fall. Oral's spokesman in Carrollton, TX A. Larry Ross says that he dies on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 of complications from pneumonia in Newport Beach, CA. Roberts survives two heart attacks in the 1990s also a broken hip in 2006. At 17, he overcomes tuberculosis and credits his victory to lead him to become one of America's most beloved ministers of the word of God. By the 1960s and '70s, Oral Roberts reaches millions of followers around the world through his radio and TV broadcasts, many books and personal appearances. Oral Roberts University which charters in 1963 is a Tulsa, OK landmark.

STRAY CAT COLLAPSES While he performs on stage this week in Albuquerque, NM Brian Setzer of the Rock-a-billy trio Stray Cats and Brian Setzer Orchestra fame collapses on stage. Brian's website explains "Brian was briefly hospitalized in Albuquerque, NM last night after a combination of dehydration, high altitude, and vertigo made him unable to continue his performance at the Isleta Casino after several songs. Brian has completely recovered and will perform tonight at the Dodge Theater in Phoenix, AZ and will continue with the remainder of the tour uninterrupted. We recall in the early 1980s three of the Stray Cats' biggest hit records (remember those?): Rock This Town [#9-1982] Stray Cat Strut [#3-1983] and (She's) Sexy + 17 [#5-1983].

TRIVIA QUESTION: What legendary singer holds the record for the longest time between #1 albums? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Bill Mayne puts on his birthday suit on Saturday, December 19th. Jerry Mueller who retires from CBS KILT Radio lights the many candles on his birthday cake on Sunday, December 20th. Derrill E Holly formerly at KIKK FM during my time there in the late 1970s later moves on up to Arlington, VA has a birthday bash on Monday, December 21st. •STEVE DAHL Chicago radio vet says that PPM favors music, sports and news over wacky personalities. •SCOTT SHANNON radio legend PD/morning co-host on Citadel Hot AC WPLJ FM (95.5) NYC tacks on the duties of Citadel VP of programming.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 TENNESSEE ERNIE FORD's single Sixteen Tons scores #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 17th. •1966 CHRIS ROBINSON singer/producer with Atlanta, GA Rock group The Black Crowes born on Tuesday, December 20th. •1977 NAOMI JUDD graduates from California's College of Marin nursing program on December 15th. •1982 TIM DEEGAN video DJ on Canadian TV station MuchMusic born Timothy Justin Deegan on December 10th in Oshawa, Ontario. •1993 CLAY WALKER's self-titled debut is his first Gold album on December 17th. •2008 STAN KANN former concert organist and TV star with 77 appearances on The Tonight Show dies at 83 on Monday, September 29th.

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J.D. ADAMS [B.J. Adams] (Coatesville, PA) Lorrie and I are just about packed up. I'm leaving for Colorado, Texas and New Mexico on the 18th. Gonna see if I can find something in radio. I miss it big time. Discovered I really need the creativity or I get bored inside of a year. Would love to buy you lunch when I get there. If you're in, shoot me your phone number and I'll give you a call when I get to Texas. On the KVET story...I was there about a month driving from Temple to Austin. The night guy refused to talk to me. Came in one night and caught him smoking a joint. He broke down and told me what was going on with you. The next night I didn't go in. Waited for Jerry G to call and told him to stuff it. Obviously if you hear of anything please let me know. Doesn't look good out there in the world of radio. Where are you now? Catch up with you later...JD

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Wow, that is astonishing that China is cracking down on pirated DVDs! Thanks for the great newsletter! It is -3 degrees here and Daisy and I are snugging down our garage cats, chickens, geese and ducks for the long winter! Have a good one! Chad (www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com) / (www.WGGRN.com) / (www.TemerityMagazine.com) / (www.wggrn.com/viewPage.php?ID=Grizzly%20Amazon%20Store) / (http://grizzlytemerity.com) / (http://cafepress.com/WGGRN) / (http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com)

JIMMY STIX (Albany-Troy-Sand Lake, NY) Subject: Howdy!! Jimmy Stix here!! Stix-Mix Country radio. Click here www.stixmix.us and listen to great country music! Starting with Pat Garrett’s brand new country song..."Wild Hog". Jimmy Stix and Harley Davis

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CHET MAXWELL (San Antonio, TX) Hi Jim, Jack Roth, a legend in Texas broadcasting, died December 6th at the age of 83. Jack was President and GM of KONO for many years. He touched the careers of many broadcasters, and led KONO during the glory years of the '50s, '60s and '70s. Services will be private.

CHUCK JOSEPH (Houston, TX) Chuck Cashmere made the comment about how much fun we had at Knuz/Kque back in 1976! We did have fun! It was a great place to work! Thanks Chuck and thanks to the Great Joe Ford for the nice things he said about me a few weeks ago! It would be great to see you all again!! Jim, we could tell some stories too about the times we worked together in radio but they would come and put us under the jail!! Jim, you and Lacy have a very blessed and Merry Christmas and New Year! Merry Christmas to all of our friends out there in radio land!! Chuck Joseph

MIKE HERZING (Houston, TX) BIZ Radio 1110 KTEK Houston. We are also on in Dallas and San Antonio on the other Biz Radio Stations. We are not a call in show. We do take email questions and answer them on the air. (info@automotivereporter.com) Michael Herzing, Co Host (with Harold Gunn): The Automotive Reporter Radio Program, Publisher/ Editor (www.letstalkwheels.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Johnny Cash has the #1 LP on Billboard's Hot 200 chart with At San Quentin in 1969. In 2006, Johnny repeats his #1 LP status with American V: A Hundred Highways. This is a span of 37 years which sets a record for the longest time between #1 albums.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, December 19th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Thanks for sending the TAB Job Bank, Jim. I check it regularly. I spent some time in the T-A-B building in Austin, when I subbed for Robert Wood at Texas State Network's Capitol Bureau. Ruby Bru from KVET/KASE worked there until she passed away in 2005. The job bank is one of the best for clarity and timeliness (but a fellow job seeker and I concluded that a choice opening listed was just an E-E-O exercise). I'm still working with Audience Bakery. It's a good group and the prospects appear good. I've also been doing some work for Jack Trammel at VNR-1 Communications. He's got me scheduling interviews with stations all across the country, and I have spoken with a few good friends in the process. Give that pooch a hug and a treat, and take care of yourself Jim. Bob

PATRICK HENRY (May 29, 1736-June 6, 1799) The liberties of a people never were, nor ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 16, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #752

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CHINA JAILS WEBSITE OWNER The operator of a Chinese website that sells thousands of Hollywood pirate DVDs receives a sentence of 14 months in prison plus fines by a Beijing court. The Motion Picture Association claims that the verdict represents a milestone in its efforts to prosecute offenders. From 2006 to 2008, Huang Yangsheng runs an illegal website that sells around 6,000 bootleg DVDs and Hollywood movies to overseas clients. Before his arrest in December 2008, he nets more than 100,000 Yuan ($14,650). The criminal investigation begins after an MPA complaint of copyright infringement to the Chinese government. Mike Ellis, MPA president, states, The court sentence is a significant victory for copyright holders. The imprisonment of these criminals sends a strong deterring message to online infringers in China.

CLEDUS T. JUDD TAKES ON TIGER WOODS Internationally famous PGA golfer Tiger Woods is in a heap of trouble because his night life with several mistresses surfaces. His multi-million dollar endorsements begin to flee. But Nike stands by their man. Country music comedian Cledus T. Judd is not one to let this hot news slip by without a parody of some kind. He has a hilarious remake of Buck Owens' #1 hit from the 1960s, I've Got A Tiger By the Tail. The Monday, December 14, 2009 issue of the Tennessean's Tune In Music City carries its link: http://blogs.tennessean.com/tunein/2009/12/11/cledus-t-judd-takes-on-tiger-woods-with-new-parody-tune/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TennesseancomTuneInMusicCity+%28tennessean.com+%7C+Tune+In+Music+City%29&source=nletter-news

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who provides the Mama sang tenor part on Johnny Cash’s 1969 hit Daddy Sang Bass that scores #1 on Billboard?

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TIM HERBSTER is new PD of Clear Channel Top 40 WIOQ FM (Q102) Philadelphia, PA plus he directs digital content for the CC cluster. •GERRY SPECTOR moves on up to COO of multimedia Tribune to succeed Randy Michaels who leaps to CEO of the company. •MAXWELL exits afternoons on Clear Channel Active Rock WMMS FM (100.7) Cleveland, OH. •ALAN COX is Maxwell's replacement on Clear Channel WMMS FM (100.7) Cleveland, OH. •STEVE DAHL Chicago radio vet marks his first anniversary off the air. He remarks in the Chicago Tribune that it's the longest time he's without a radio job in 40 years.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 JOHN ANDERSON CMA Horizon award winner in 1983 born on December 13th in Orlando, FL. •1961 MIKE FAHN Jazz trombonist born in Queens, NY on December 16th. •1972 HANK WILLIAMS JR. and his wife Gwen have a son Shelton Hank Williams on December 12th who in the 1990s becomes Hank Williams III. •1981 NAJOUA BELYZEL Pop, Rock and Electronic music vocalist born in Nancy, France on December 15th. •1999 BRAD PAISLEY's He Didn't Have To Be is his first #1 single in Billboard on December 11th. •2000 STEVE ALLEN TV talk show host-actor-composer-pianist dies on October 30th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Hi, Jim and Lacy, Know what you mean about anything below 60 degrees. I'd be happy if it were 90 every day. I love hot weather, and having grown up in the Big Thicket not a whole lot north of Houston I know about humidity...and believe it or not I love to sweat. I wore a few layers here today with the temp in the mid 20's. Sounds like the Bayou City is living up to its name. You're mighty flat there, so there're not a lotta ways for the water to run and hide. Sticking out in the Bay here we also get oodles of rain, but at least we have multiple elevations, so the water runs away. Only immediate low lying coastal areas flood. I remember one winter in San Antonio (can't remember the date) when I was living in Hollywood Park we got about six inches of snow all of a sudden, so there was a brief envelope of time to make a snowman. KONO decided to offer some silly prize to the first snowman delivered to the station and you should have seen all the pickups with snowmen zooming into the parking lot. Of course the snow melted before the day was done. Fortunately, we didn't get an ice storm with the snow. San Antonio is hands down my favorite spot in the whole wide wonderful place known as Texas. Here's to health, wealth and happiness, and might as well add peace while I'm at it. Tom

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) I'll be having my yearly physical tomorrow (today) December 14th from 9 am cst until 11 cst. I'll be back all tuned up and ready to rock by noon. Thanks Ya'll! ~ CC

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JOHNNY SHANNON (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Joe Conway vs. Robert Conway. 'JOHN PORCARO (Belleville, NJ/NYC) Subject: Joe Conway. Hi, I have a web site on a radio station Joe was with in the 70's. WWDJ Tribute Page Do you have any official news about his death? He communicated with me about 8 years ago. Sorry to hear about his passing. John Porcaro' Hi again Jim, Hope you're doing well. Thought maybe you caught the Joe/Robert Conway name correction. The one I worked with was actually newsman Robert Conway, as he appears on the recording I sent you. Have no idea where he is today. The other was DJ Joe Conway, who was at WWDJ and WOR-fm/WXLO after my time there. Seems he is the one who recently passed on, unfortunately. Your writer, John Porcaro is more familiar with Joe, as noted in his WWDJ Tribute Collection on www.reelradio.com, an outstanding aircheck website, featuring this partial DJ listing: "There were many excellent DJs who passed through the 97 DJ doors. They included ...Joe Conway...Mark Driscoll (also of WOR-FM and WNBC." The complete entry can be found at www.reelradio.com/wwdj/index.html Anyway, Jim, just clearing that up for you. Wishing you and Lacy much happiness! J.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Jim, if you have Keith's (Farr) email, I'll be glad to send him Jerry's (Litteral) widow's name and email address. I'm reluctant to pass it along to all JRRR recipients due to privacy issues; Robin is going through a LOT right now! I, of course, worked very closely with Jerry for many years, so passing along my email address will be fine. My best...Dan McCurdy - KLIFDJ@aol.com

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DIXIE HOWELL (San Antonio, TX) Thank you and a very Merry Christmas and happy Holy season to you. With great appreciation for life. Dixie Howell

COLONEL ST. JAMES (Houston, TX) What a beautiful card! Thank you so much, Jim. I hope you and Lacy have the merriest Christmas ever! Have a Happy New Year, too. God bless you both! Aloha, Colonel St. James, Texas Radio Hall of Fame (www.colonelstjames.com) / (www.facebook.com/col.stjames) Listen 7pm til 12Mid CT online at www.kkrw.com!

TRIVIA ANSWER: Jan Howard sings the Mama sang tenor part on Johnny Cash’s #1 hit Daddy Sang Bass. Jan has several hit recordings of her own, too. Her first Top 5 hit as soloist is Evil on Your Mind in the summer of 1966. Jan teams with Bill Anderson on the Classic tune For Loving You which sails to #1 on Billboard around Christmas 1967. She joins Bill Anderson again in 1969 on If It's All the Same to You that peaks at #2 on Billboard.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Yes, I agree with your editorial comments. That is why I ordered a book on playing the guitar by Fredrick Noad and The VNR Encyclopedia of Math from Alibris. I will have plenty of time to practice music and math which I am very weak at. I hate the fact that I have never been very good at math. Also the computer/calculator has helped in the process as well as making me more dependent, the tools are great if you know when and how to use them. Like when talking about 2 and a half cars. I would buy an LP at Goodwill for 80 cents and could not figure why it was a $1. I also have another grudge, I hate it when Dallas stations seem to think only North Dallas is Dallas and it shows in their jokes on the air. I tune to their competition or even turn off the radio. I figure a team that plays in Tarrant County needs to not have Dallas in their name. I would like professional sports better if the players were from the teams they play for... I hope you are staying warm and safe. Here in Dallas it has been pretty drippy. Thanks to NetFlix, I stayed in and watched a couple of interesting movies with Emanuelle Beart. Makes me wish I knew French. DW, The Voice Of Germany has been putting a good signal in at 3pm CST, though it is beamed to Africa, they have taken their broadcasts to the Americas off of shortwave. I have been hearing a station with Soul Music of the 60's on 1660 at night, but yet to hear an ID so not sure who it is. I have not even been able to get a spot with a local address. 73, Charles George, KC5RAI

H.G. WELLS (1866-1946) It is possible to believe that all the human mind has ever accomplished is but the dream before the awakening.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 14, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #751

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SUAVE, DEBONAIRE ACTOR DIES We fondly remember actor Gene Barry in his role as the dapper Western lawman Bat Masterson on NBC TV from 1958-61. At first, Gene is reluctant to accept the role as Bat Masterson until he discovers that in real life Bat wears a derby hat and carries a gold-handled cane. Frederic James Barry, his son, says that Gene Barry dies at 90 of undetermined causes on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at a rest home in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Woodland Hills. In 1999 Barry recalls, I went over to the wardrobe department, picked out a brocaded vest, looked in the mirror, and there was this elegant gentleman. I said, 'Hey, that's Bat! That's me!' Gene also portrays other men of action who dress well in the TV series Burke's Law and The Name of the Game. From the 1950s to the 1970s Barry pretty much plays the same character in all three series. Gene excels in Hollywood movie roles as well. In 1953, he stars in the sci-fi classic War of the Worlds. In 1955, he appears opposite Clark Gable in Soldier of Fortune. Barry sings in musicals like Kismet and Destry Rides Again but after two decades as a TV star, he finds himself typecast as a TV actor. Gene Barry is born Eugene Klass in NYC in 1919. He meets his wife, Betty Claire Kalb, when they perform in the city. They wed for 58 years, until she dies in 2003. In addition to Frederic, Gene's survivors include another son, Michael and daughter Elizabeth.

CLASSIC TV SPECIAL RETURNS A must have two-DVD set that contains nearly seven hours of performances and behind-the-scenes footage of Country music Superstars Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton and the late Johnny Cash and Tammy Wynette is soon available. This is a reissue of a 1978 CMT television special at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN. Others on this set are Roy Acuff, Eddy Arnold, Chet Atkins, Glen Campbell, Ray Charles, Charlie Daniels Band, Crystal Gayle, Barbara Mandrell, Bill Monroe, Anne Murray, Charley Pride, Conway Twitty, Marty Robbins and many more. The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Shout! factories combine their efforts to release this Classic two-DVD set, Country’s Greatest Stars Live: Volume 1 and 2, on January 26, 2010. The DVDs retail for $14.98 each at the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum, online at www.countrymusichalloffame.com and retail outlets nationwide.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Why does Elvis Presley's back-up band Scotty Moore and Bill Black quit in September, 1957? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DREW BREES New Orleans Saints quarterback make his royalty official when he reigns as celebrity monarch Bacchus XXXXIV one week after Super Bowl XLIV on the Sunday before Mardi Gras Carnival parade on Valentine's Day, February 14, 2010. •WMMR FM (93.3) Philadelphia, PA morning team Preston and Steve’s 12th annual Camp-out For Hunger collects over 187 tons of food and raises $45,000 for Philabundance. •CARSON DALY exits nights on CBS Alternative KROQ FM (106.7) L.A. for morning drive on CBS Radio Top 40 KAMP FM (Amp Radio 97.1) on January 4, 2010. This is before he hosts Total Request Live on MTV.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 BOBBY HELMS' single My Special Angel lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 9th. •1966 TIM SKOLD Swedish bassist and studio guitarist for Rock band Marilyn Manson born on December 14th in Skövde, Sweden. •1974 GEORGE JONES and his wife Tammy Wynette officially split on December 13th. •1982 ANTHONY WAY British singer and BBC TV actor born in London on December 14th. •1996 CLINT BLACK receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on December 12th. •2007 CECIL PAYNE Jazz baritone saxophonist with Dizzy Gillespie band dies at 84 on November 27th.

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JOHN SUMMERS (Los Angeles, CA) Subject: inquiry--Summers/L.A. Hi Jim, Got back home from the holidays, scanning thru your items & found Friday's rather interesting... Who's the other...JOHN SUMMERS, Los Angeles...in the email regarding Dene Hallam's passing??? I know it wasn't me. I'm curious...what's his background? I'm the John Summers who wanted to buy a Texas radio station recently thru your post. John Summers (jsummers93khj@hotmail.com / Skype: broadcastpro)

KEITH FARR (Lodi Lake, California) Jim: If you can place me in contact with those who last worked with Jerry (Litteral) or his family, I would greatly appreciate this. I think he did voice over work and had his own studio like most nowadays. If you can place me in touch with those who last worked with Jerry, I will return the favor somehow. Can't find anyone older than myself...I'm going on 71..older than dirt. Keep doing what you're doing...still In the Industry on radio? Best! K

FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Jim, did you see that KKOB am & fm owner Citadel is filing Chap. 11...they've got over 1/2 billion dollars in debt. Check the Wall Street Journal... Frank Haley cjf My life's verse: Isa. 9:6 My "getting through the day" saying: "When the sunshine of God's love meets the showers of our sorrow, the rainbow of promise appears."

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Subject: Chuck Joseph. Hey Jim. Chuck Joseph, more fun than a barrel of monkeys. We worked the all night weekend at KNUZ/KQUE for a brief period in 1976 and needless to say have a few stories between us. CC

TOM 'CAT' REEDER (Washington, D.C./Reston-Centreville, VA) Hi Jim & Lacy...Thanks so much for the beautiful card...May I wish ya'll a very merry Christmas & a happy New Year...Your 'ol friend Tom 'Cat' Reeder

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JOHNNY SHANNON (San Antonio, TX) Hi Jim, Yes, Joe Conway was a newscaster at WOR-FM when I was there in 1972. I believe he went from there to WLS in Chicago before our call letter change to WXLO. I actually have an old aircheck which includes his full unedited newscast - a small 1:16 portion is attached here - along with a short Bonus mp3. The casts were around 10 min long (dumping their license commitment into my late night program). Will share more with you if you like, maybe on CD in the mail. If he indeed passed on, I'm sorry to hear it. Far too many of us have expired, of late. Always good to hear from ya, buddy. Hope everything is going well. Hope you and Lacy have a Holly Jolly Christmas! Johnny

JAY WEAVER (Ft. Worth, TX) Jim, I don't have a card to send you, but be assured that I do wish you and Lacy a Merry Christmas and all of the peace and joy that goes with it in the true sense of the words. Let's pray and hope that this great nation of ours can overcome the attacks of the people of our country and foreign lands who seemingly wish to destroy that which we know is the best and greatest nation on earth. Jay Weaver

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX)Thank you BOTH, Jim and Lacy...you're very thoughtful. May I wish you two an ARF, ARF, HO, HO Yummy Holiday. And a Merry New Year! I'm leaving for Denver next week to spend the Holidays with my eldest son, his wife and two of my grandsons. I'll take my laptop with me, so we'll stay in touch, buddy. Back to Sherman January 12th. I'm getting a test run on the Colorado temps up here in Sherman...15° is being forecast for this morning...and it's not even winter, yet. Yessir, this global warming thingy is getting pretty scary <g>. Bestooya, buddy... Dan McCurdy, Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee, 2004; KLIF, KBOX - Dallas; WMEX - Boston; freelance advertising/PR writer, voice talent; 'If it's in English, I do it.'

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MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, Here's another Nolan who's doing it the way I would like. Marty Ambrose, Traffic Reporter, KUHF FM (88.7) [http://app1.kuhf.org/main.php]

TRIVIA ANSWER: Scotty Moore and Bill Black quit Elvis Presley's band because they make just under $8,200 in 1956 while The King pockets over $1 million.

JESSE C. SMITH, JR. (Houston-Tomball, TX) (Houston-Tomball, TX) Send any events or equipment for sale. I will post. Jesse Smith (www.TexasMusiciansBlog.com) / (jessecsmithjr.texasmusician@blogger.com)

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake,TX) Subject: Thought you needed to know! Your email list may enjoy this one. CLICK THIS LINK http://bellsouthpwp.net/h/o/holm5215/Untilxmas/Index.html

GILBERT K. CHESTERSON (1874-1936) In most modern politics, unfortunately, it may truly be said that those who make history never know history.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 11, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #750

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NORTHEAST RADIO STATION OWNER EXPIRES Longtime Pennsylvania radio station owner Harold G. Fulmer III of Emmaus dies at 69 on December 3, 2009. His obituary at the Horace W. Schantz Funeral Home reads Harold lived the classic Horatio Alger ‘rags to riches’ story, along with a big dose of P.T Barnum’s acumen for promotion folded in. At 16, Harold flips hamburgers for $1.00 an hour at McDonald’s in his hometown of Allentown, PA. By the time he reaches 20 he is part owner. By 26 he is the sole owner of the McDonald’s restaurant. Fulmer's entrepreneurial efforts lead him to the ownership of an airport and several radio stations in Allentown, York, Mt. Carmel, Shamokin, Williamsport, Renovo, Lansford and Tamaqua, PA. At the time of his death Harold G. Fulmer III still owns WLSH-1410 (Oldies 1410) Lansford, PA and WMGH FM (Magic 105) Tamaqua.

TV HOST HAS PROSTATE CANCER Politico reports that retired Marine Lieutenant Colonel Oliver L. North who now hosts Fox News Channel’s TV documentary series War Stories with Oliver North temporarily goes off the air while he undergoes treatment for prostate cancer. Sources say that 66-year old Ollie North's prognosis is excellent. North also serves as the honorary chairman of Freedom Alliance, the conservative public policy organization he founds in 1990. He is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. Colonel North serves 22 years as a Marine. His awards for service in combat include the Silver Star, the Bronze Star for valor, plus two Purple Hearts for wounds in combat. Ollie also authors the book, War Stories. Colonel Oliver North’s biography on www.FoxNews.com/ states: North is a combat-decorated Marine, author, founder of a small business, inventor who holds three U.S. patents, syndicated columnist and former candidate for the United States Senate. Assigned to the National Security Council staff in the Reagan Administration, North was involved in planning the rescue of 804 medical students on the island of Grenada and played a major role in the daring capture of the hijackers of the cruise ship Achille Lauro.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Rumors suggest that Billy Joel plays the piano on The Shangri-Las' hit Leader of the Pack (#1-1964). Does he? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Ed Brandon [Longtime Weather Director/Anchor on KTRK TV CH13 Houston, TX] celebrates his birthday on Friday, December 11th. •GEORGE STEPHANOPOULOS is a new anchor on ABC TV's Good Morning America to begin on Monday, December 14, 2009. •KYGO FM Country (98.5) Denver, CO is CMA's Major Market Radio Station of the Year. •PETE THOMPSON sportscaster returns to WMGM-TV NBC40 Philadelphia, PA/Atlantic City, NJ after he leaves a few months ago due to budget cuts. Pete remains on WZZE FM (ESPN 97.3) Philadelphia-Glen Mills, PA as well.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 NIKKI SIXX bass player/vocals with L.A. Hard Rock band Mötley Crüe born Franklin Carlton Serafino Feranna on December 11th. •1963 TY ENGLAND Country guitarist/singer born in Oklahoma City, OK. •1972 EASTHER BENNETT singer with female R&B vocal quartet Eternal born in London, England on December 11th. •1989 ALAN JACKSON's 1st hit Here in the Real World releases on Arista records on December 8th. •1995 JOY GRUTTMANN German singer/child star born in Gelsenkirchen on December 6th. •2003 BRAD PAISLEY's album Mud on the Tires goes Gold on December 8th.

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JOHN PORCARO (Belleville, NJ/NYC) Subject: Joe Conway. Hi, I have a web site on a radio station Joe was with in the 70's. WWDJ Tribute Page Do you have any official news about his death? He communicated with me about 8 years ago. Sorry to hear about his passing. John Porcaro

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Hey Jim another good day to you. I'm sure Paul is right about Standing on the Corner. If we could ever get Berlin to respond...he could enlighten me re: "I will never change I'll Always Love You." Not the Dolly Parton Song but one out of the mid fifties, I can't find it anywhere but I think I remember the words. (I will never change I'll always Love You, yes I'll always love you, now and ever more, Though the world may change and kingdoms crumble, thou the stars may tumble from the sky above, I will never change I'll always love you, etc. Bothers me I can't remember the artist. It's great to know the guys are hanging in there. Is Jerry Mueller the Jerry Mueller who worked all niter at KNUZ in 1964...all those crazy Beatles days? Hello there Jerry. CC Watch for delivery Jim...Merry Christmas in case I get lost. CC

TUNES THAT RECYCLE Many bands, groups and singers record songs that are hits by others and include them in LPs and singles which become hits again. When Mike Marshall and I are DJs on WFAA-820/570 in Dallas, TX in 1968 we play a tune by French orchestra leader Paul Mauriat, Love Is Blue (L'Amour est Bleu) that is #1 for 5 weeks on Billboard. Nearly every new LP that we see after that has the song inside its cover. In January 2000, The Four Lads include The Four Aces' hit Love Is a Many Splendored Thing in their LP, 16 Most Requested Songs. But it's The Four Aces' Love Is a Many Splendored Thing that is a smash single on Billboard after it lands on the chart on August 27, 1955. It's also the title of a movie with stars William Holden and Jennifer Jones. The song rises to #1 for 6 weeks and sells over a half million copies. In 1950, Columbia records signs The Four Lads as backup singers. They sing behind Johnnie Ray on many of his hit records that includes his debut single Cry which in 1951 is #1 for 11 weeks. Standing on the Corner (Watching All the Girls Go By) by The Four Lads lands on Billboard on April 28, 1956. It reaches #3 for 1 week on Billboard. It's from the Broadway musical The Most Happy Fella that stars Robert Weede. When The Beatles hit America's shores in 1964 many groups and singers fade from the charts. Ironically, the last tune by The Four Preps on Billboard is A Letter to the Beatles that peaks at #85. The song I'll always Love You is by several singers - I'll Always Be in Love With You - Jack Pleis (#65-1956), I'll Always Love You - The Spinners (#35-1965), I'll Always Love You - Brenda Holloway (#60-1964) and I'll Always Love You - Taylor Dayne (#3-1988).

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CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) Subject: 4 Aces/Lads. Jim, According to the net, the Four Aces have "Love is a Many Splendored Thing" on their "Greatest hit album (www.singers.com/jazz/vintage/fouraces.html) and The Four Lads have it on their "16 Most Requested Songs" album. Looks like people got them mixed up back then, too! :) (www.singers.com/jazz/vintage/fourlads.html) Chumbe

ROBERT REYES [Bobby] (San Antonio, TX) Howdy Jim! ...hope you don't mind me adding a bit of info on two of your readers to JRRR with regards to Allen Grimm. Allen passed away on March 4th, 2004. I don't recall his date of birth but since I'm almost 60, I knew he was about a year or two older than I am. Allen, to me, was a good friend! I used to stare in the window of the Menger Hotel a block from The Alamo when KEXL had their studio and office overlooking Alamo Plaza...when I worked at KMAC/KISS in '74, I was able to get a nice bit of numbers on the rating book from ARB...remember ARB? ...anyway, Allen called me in 1975 when he noticed I had some good numbers on a recent ratings book. I cannot tell you how thrilled I was to get to work for, at that time, my favorite radio station! Allen treated me with admiration and respect and gave me every opportunity to prove that I could carry forward the spirit of the wonderful radio station he created...the last time I got to work with "Bubba" was at KONO/KITY where he did commercial production, of which he was an exceptional talent! ...hope all your readers had a good Thanksgiving. I had to work and miss my daughter's wonderful get together but I did get a lot of good food from her! ...hope all is well with you and thanks always for your newsletter JRRR! Bobby Reyes

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MIKE HERZING (Houston, TX) I’d love to be on your list! I’m a native Houstonian and I live in NW Houston, (Cypress) a little west of Harold (Gunn). I’ve co-hosted The Automotive Reporter Show with Harold since 2003. I should get a medal for that, or at least a drink! Thanks, MH Michael Herzing, Co Host: The Automotive Reporter Radio Program, Publisher/ Editor; www.letstalkwheels.com

TRIVIA ANSWER: Ellie Greenwich, one of the co-writers of The Shangri-Las' Leader of the Pack denies that Billy Joel plays the piano on the song.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, December 12th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

MASIE MCDONALD [Ten Pound Poms] (Release Date: November 1, 2007 in Australia) In England the birds twitter, in Australia they squawk! [The Ten Pound Poms is broadcast on BBC Two on Saturday, February 2, 2010 at 2010 GMT.]

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 09, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #749

LET'S CELEBRATE FRIENDSHIP WEEK

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RADIO SCREAMS HEY! YOU! GET OFF MY CLOUD! According to Jerry Del Colliano in Inside Music Media the next gloom and doom for terrestrial radio consolidators is cloud music. We agree that Apple is the undisputed leader in mobile entertainment with its iPods and other nifty items. Well, Steve Jobs has another innovation up his sleeve. Apple buys the cloud service Lala last week that fails on its own. About four years ago Lala is a CD swapping service. Then, it begins to allow its customers to make copies of their music collections in the cloud. What Apple gets is the brains and technology to someday bring music libraries to us fans anywhere, anytime on any device which can be exclusively from Apple. While radio consolidators cut personalities, use repeater radio and voice tracks to save money this really costs them in the long run with the loss of ratings plus negative flows of revenue. All radio stations begin to sound just alike with nothing but flip card readers who let the machines play the same few songs over and over again. According to Jerry Del Colliano the only salvation for terrestrial radio is to get back in the entertainment, discovery and music business. JRRR believes that tiny repeater playlists, no more personality on the air, the eradication of newscasts plus the loss of local radio content sends listeners away like the Swallows when they fly south for the winter. Will they ever come back to Capistrano?

ROCK HALL OF FAME SHUTS DOWN The heart of R'n'R still beats in Cleveland, OH but it stops in NYC. The Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame Annex in NYC closes its doors for the final time on January 3, 2010. S2BN Entertainment, a partner in the venture, discloses the shocking news on Friday, December 4, 2009. Caren Bell, S2BN spokeswoman, states, We would have liked for the exhibition to go on longer, and there is no doubt the economy factored into our leaving, but overall we had a good year. The annex at 76 Mercer Street in Manhattan charges $26.50 for fans to view such interesting items as John Lennon's handwritten lyrics to Imagine, one of Elvis Presley's jumpsuits and Bruce Springsteen's 1957 Chevy, along with other artifacts. Phil McGuire (53) of Bakersfield, CA exclaims, I think it's important for any city of this stature to have a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This is one of the reasons why we come to New York, because we don't have something like this in California. Jeff Haas (47) of Fort Lauderdale, FL who brings his Led Zeppelin-loving son, Andrew, (15), laments, They shouldn't close it. S2BN spokeswoman, Bell, says that the museum might create a touring exhibition after it turns out the lights at the annex.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In 1965, Elvis Presley memorabilia sells more than $30 million worth. The King makes how much in royalties? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Henry Piarrot's [Marriott-Sevierville, TN] birthday is Thursday, December 10th. •JIM GARDNER WPVI TV ABC CH6 news anchor receives the 2009 Gold Medal Award from the Philadelphia Public Relations Association on December 14th at the Ritz Carlton in Philadelphia, PA. •KIX BROOKS host of Citadel Media's American Country Countdown wins his first ever National Broadcast Personality of the Year from the Country Music Association. •GREG DYKE former BBC topper & Elisabeth Murdoch, Shine head, recommend U.K. media policy review to abolish the BBC license fee.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 MARTY RAYBON lead singer for Shenandoah born on December 8th in Greenville, AL. •1967 JOSHUA BELL Classical Grammy Award-winning violinist born on December 9th. •1978 THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND records The Devil Went Down To Georgia at Nashville's Woodland Sound Studios on December 5th. •1981 AMY LEE singer with Rock band Evanescence born on December 13th in Riverside, CA. •1990 GEORGE STRAIT's single I've Come To Expect It From You begins 5 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 8th. •2008 RONNIE MATHEWS Jazz pianist dies on June 28th in NYC.

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BOBBY J. COPELAND [author of B-Western Boot Hill plus 19 other books] (Knoxville, TN) Subject: WNOX-990. 'Legends of WNOX to sign new book in Knoxville, TN by Wayne Bledsoe. Personalities who appeared on legendary radio station WNOX will gather to celebrate and sign copies of the new book "Knoxville's WNOX" by Ed Hooper. Sunshine Slim Sweet, one of the stars of the famed "Midday Merry-Go-Round" show in the 1940s and '50s, John Pirkle, one of the station's best-known personalities of the 1960s as well as the station's rock-era program director, Dave Young, who started at the station in 1968, Phil Williams, who remains an active radio celebrity and many others associated with the station. The book is a showcase for vintage photographs from the 1930s through the 1960s, along with chapters on the history of the station. WNOX was most famously the launching point for many of country music's biggest stars for three decades. "Everyone knows about the station's role in country music, but it was just as much of a powerhouse in rock radio," said Ed Hooper, author of the book. "There are not really many old timers left," said Young. "A bunch of people went through the door during the rock 'n' roll era, but there's no telling where they are..." The book-signing will be 5-7 pm Thursday, Dec. 10, at Rickard Ridge BBQ, Cove Lake, Caryville; 2-4 pm Friday, Dec. 11, at UT Bookstore, 1502 Cumberland Ave.; and 11 am-1 pm Saturday, Dec. 12, at Waldenbooks, Knoxville Center.'

WNOX-990 is the 8th radio station to sign on the air in North America and the 1st one in Tennessee. In the day of uncluttered airwaves we can hear WNOX's AM signal as far south as Daytona Beach, FL and as far north as New York City. WNOX is lightening rod for Country music's greatest stars plus some of America’s best radio broadcasters. WNOX later becomes a top flight Top 40 radio station. WNOX's call letters remain an iconic landmark for Knoxville and East Tennessee.

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#748) December 07, 2009 [Monday] I am saddened by the death of Big Bill Lister. They say that Cowboys don't die, they just finally get to rest. What an amazing back story about the Hank Williams song. Thanks as always Jim & Lacy! Chad (www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com) / (www.WGGRN.com) / (www.TemerityMagazine.com) / (www.wggrn.com/viewPage.php?ID=Grizzly%20Amazon%20Store) / (http://grizzlytemerity.com) / (http://cafepress.com/WGGRN) / (http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com)

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#748) December 07, 2009 [Monday] Great Issue Jimmy! We both enjoyed it – Good Sister/Bad Sister. Take a guess at which is which! LOL! (www.attilathehoney.com)

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MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Subject: Four Lads/Aces. Jim, Paul Williams' correction of the Four Lads recording 'Standing on the Corner' was correct, but then he credited the Lads with 'Love Is A Many Splendored Thing' which was incorrect. That was the Four Aces. I think the list of group names beginning with The Four...was exhausted sometime in the Sixties which ultimately led to names like Toad the Wet Sprocket. Mike Marshall

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Jim...I have to correct a bit of Paul Williams note about the 4 Aces and 4 Lads. The Aces did 'Love is a Many Splendored Thing', not the Lads. Al Alberts, lead singer of the Aces, passed away recently I read (in JRRR), in Philly I think. Ran a famous restaurant. The 4 Lads also hit with 'Standing On The Corner', from the show, 'Most Happy Fella', in about 55/56. Jerry Mueller

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COLONEL ST. JAMES (Houston, TX) Hey Jim, My pups loved the snow. Well, my boy Rip did, my girl Lil could have cared less. She's such a priss! I am so glad you and Lacy found each other! What a wonderful Christmas this is going to be for you both, and you both deserve it! Take care and stay warm. Aloha, Colonel St. James, Texas Radio Hall of Fame (www.colonelstjames.com) / (www.facebook.com/col.stjames) Listen 7pm til 12Mid CT online at www.kkrw.com!

TRIVIA ANSWER: Although Elvis Presley memorabilia sells more than $30 million worth in 1965, Elvis only pockets $60,000 in royalties.

VICKY NORTHCUTT-BARBER (Midlothian, TX) We did have fun back then and it was a great neighborhood. I am also glad to be your Facebook friend and I still receive your web newsletter so I must still be on mailing list. You pointing out that I am 44 days older well I can tell you I feel it. Funny how you can become a weather man when you get older just be the feel of your body when the weather changes. Take care and hope you have a good holiday season...Vicky

JOHN F. KENNEDY (1917-1963) The ignorance of one voter in a democracy impairs the security of all.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 07, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #748

LET'S CELEBRATE FRIENDSHIP WEEK

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RADIO'S TALLEST SINGING COWBOY DIES Country musician Weldon Big Bill Lister plays in the first San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo. Bill stands at 6’ 7" tall. He also records the famous Hank Williams tune There's a Tear in My Beer along with many other tunes. In 1951 he decides that he needs a beer-drinking song. But Weldon's family discloses the fact that he never drinks alcohol. His son, Weldon Lister Jr. recalls that his dad tells his good friend Hank Williams that he needs a new song, Hank told my dad, ‘I've got one that will cock your pistol.' Hank records a demo for my dad. The tune is There's a Tear in My Beer. Lister's son says that after his dad records the song, he tosses the demo aside. In 1988, he and his wife Lila go through boxes in the attic. They come across the old acetate demo disk. While on tour, Hank Williams Jr. visits the Listers. Weldon remembers He told Hank Jr. ‘Your daddy gave this to me a long time ago, and I think it belongs to you'. Hank Jr. just about fell on the floor. In 1989, Hank Williams Jr. releases a version of the song that combines Hank Sr's voice off the demo with his own. In 1990 the tune wins the Best Country Vocal Collaboration Grammy. Just months before he dies, Big Bill Lister performs nightly for crowds of 300-plus on a 7-day Heart of Texas Records cruise from Galveston to the Caribbean. Tracy Pitcox, Heart of Texas Records President, says He got a standing ovation every night. He was never someone who thought he was a star. He never had one ounce of ego.

POE'S BOOK SELLS RECORD PRICE One of my favorite authors is Edgar Allen Poe. A popular poem of his is The Raven. In summer 1969 Stonewall Jackson's single 'Never More' Quote the Raven hits #25. A copy of Edgar Allen Poe's first book Tamerlane and Other Poems sells for $662,500 at a recent Christie's auction. But the buyer is a mystery. This sets a record price for most expensive American literature. According to Christie's a letter by George Washington sells for $3,218,500 which also sets a world record for a missive by the first President. The 1787 letter is to his nephew, Bushrod Washington.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What inspires Lynyrd Skynyrd's biggest hit that goes to #8 in 1974, the Classic Sweet Home Alabama? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! DEBORAH SACKETT [W.A. Sackett Consulting-Broadcast Production/Associate Radio Producer] and MOSES DRUXMAN [grandson of the late Cal Druxman] on Monday, December 7th. •BYRD midday host on Emmis Classic Rock WLUP FM (The Loop 97.9) Chicago, IL replaces Jonathan Brandmeier on the morning show. Marv Nyren WLUP GM tells the Sun-Times I just don't think we're going to have four hours of personality and 20 hours of music on a music station like ours every day. •CLINT EASTWOOD actor/director receives the Cannes Film Festival Golden Palm in Paris, France as a tribute to his movie career.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 PAUL GREGG bass player with Restless Heart born on December 3rd in Altus, OK. •1960 MATTHEW SHIPP Free Jazz pianist with David S. Ware's Quartet born on December 7th in Wilmington, DE. •1971 CHARLEY PRIDE's biggest hit Kiss An Angel Good Mornin' lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 4th. •1987 THOMAS FISS singer with boy band Varsity Fanclub born on December 7th. •1996 MARK WILLS of the Mavericks marries Kelly Mangus on November 30th in Atlanta, GA. •2005 MIKE BOTTS drummer with Rock band Bread dies in Burbank, CA one day after his 61st birthday on December 9th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Hi, Jim, It's amazing that you in Houston have snow before we on Cape Cod. Usually by Halloween we have a killing frost. Not this year. Not even yet. My roses are blooming like crazy. I saw video on TV tonight of the snow there in Houston, and it looked like very big snow flakes, which indicated to me that it wouldn't last too long. Big snow storms come with tiny flakes...at least that's the way it happens up here in New England. My heart goes out to those local anchors who follow Jay Leno. He's a good guy, but that was a bad move. Thank you for keeping us informed. Tom

JOHNNY ROSE (Nashville, TN) Hi Jim, Barbara (Orbison) wanted me to reach out to you and let you know, this Sunday, December 6th, marks the 21st anniversary of the passing of Roy Orbison. If there were any possibilities for promotions or an interview, we would certainly wish to participate. You have always been such a strong supporter of Roy and we just wanted to make you aware of this date. Barbara has just recently launched a fragrance line, named for Pretty Woman. She has, as usual, many things planned for Roy over the coming year and appreciate any awareness to your listeners. All the best, Johnny Rose, Orbison Music Productions

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Well happy friendship week! It snowed at my farm, but I didn't get a chance to get up there. I'll send some pics my friends took...

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TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Subject: Big Bill Lister Passes Away. Country Music Association of Texas Hall of Famer Big Bill Lister passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 10:35 pm in San Antonio, TX. He was 86. Funeral services are pending. "During October, Big Bill entertained 310 people on a seven day cruise out of Galveston, Texas, for Country Cruisin' 2009," Heart of Texas Records President Tracy Pitcox said. "He received a standing ovation every night. He became ill after the cruise and remained in ICU for thirty days with a severe lung infection. He was just too weak to overcome the illness."

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Lots of TX connection here & you may remember him from San Antonio radio too. I first saw him on the famed "Hadacol Caravan" show in Huntington, WV, Sept. 1950! This is quite a story & I knew you'd wish to read it! BOB & Sonny Lee

MIKE HERZING (Houston, TX) Subject: TAWA Scholarship- Harold Gunn - Annual Awards Banquet in Austin. I want to share with you an honor that was given to our outgoing President, Harold Gunn. As part of the ceremony he was presented with a plaque that was inscribed as follows. "In recognition of his many outstanding contributions to the organization during his tenure as President, be it known the Texas Auto Writers Association has honored Harold Gunn by renaming its scholarship fund the Texas Auto Writers Association Harold Gunn Scholarship For Journalism." Our scholarship fund would not be what it is today without his tireless efforts. As many of you may know, Harold has a tendency to become emotional when he is happy and his tears told a lot about how touched he was by the presentation. Happy Holidays, Mike Herzing, Co Host: The Automotive Reporter Radio Program, Publisher/ Editor; www.letstalkwheels.com

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, Hope you are doing OK. I was reading your issue #746 and noticed that Chuck Cashmere (I remember when he was on KQUE) mentioned that the Four Aces sang "Standing on the Corner Watching All the Girls Go By". I think it was the Four Lads that had that hit back in the 50’s. The Four Aces had many hits, including "Tell Me Why", "Heart and Soul" and "The Gang That Sang Heart of My Heart". The Four Lads had their share of hits in the 50’s also like "No, Not Much", "Moments to Remember" and "Love is a Many Splendored Thing". I remember these songs by listening to Paul Berlin play them on KQUE after he left KNUZ. Also ……"Happy Birthday to my good friend, Chuck Dunaway"…another great jock who worked at KNUZ back in the late 50’s. Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

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TRIVIA ANSWER: Lynyrd Skynyrd's Southern Rock Classic Sweet Home Alabama is the answer song to two Neil Young tunes, Southern Man and Alabama.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Glad to hear you made it through bad weather. It is 25 right now, but no clouds in the sky as of right now. I am so glad that Lacy is working out for you. My beagle, Scooter, is beginning to get civilized. Beagles are a tough breed to get sane, but she is growing her brain now without any problems. I got her when she was 6 weeks and she is now 10 months. Those little critters are really affectionate and when you fall for them it is love for life. Hang in there. Christmas is coming...oh wait..I mean that a non-specific possibly but not mandatory holiday is coming. Jeff Cunningham, DC

CHINESE PROVERB: When someone shares something of value with you and you benefit from it, you have a moral obligation to share it with others.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 04, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #747

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

END OF THE ROAD FOR GIBSON Back in September 2009, ABC TV says that Charlie Gibson leaves his News anchor spot but does not give a specific date. Well, it's official now. ABC News anchor Charlie Gibson vacates his World News desk on Friday, December 18, 2009. Jon Banner, executive producer, makes the announcement on Tuesday on the World News blog. Banner tells his staff that they will take a little time to look back on Gibson's career at ABC. We can expect that Diane Sawyer will take Charlie's World News chair on Monday, December 21st. ABC does not mention who replaces Sawyer on Good Morning America.

30 YEARS IN TRAFFIC WABC TV CH7 NYC NewsTraffic reporter Joe Nolan marks his 30th year on the air on Thursday, December 3, 2009. Joe is an original member of Shadow Traffic and then Metro Traffic which Westwood One now owns both. For 18 years, Nolan does mornings on WPLJ FM (95.5) with Scott Shannon and Todd Pettengill. Joe announces Jets and Rutgers football games. He also calls high school sports on the Internet. Congratulations for a great career.

TV COLLEGE BOWLS According to sources close to both bowls: University of Tennessee plays Virginia Tech on New Year’s Eve in the Chick-Fil-A Bowl (Peach Bowl) in Atlanta, GA. On Sunday, December 27, 2009 the University of Kentucky heads back to the Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl (Music City Bowl) in LP Field (aka the Coliseum), home of the Tennessee Titans, Nashville, TN for the third time in four years. ESPN TV carries both games.

TIGER WOODS IS NO LONGER GOD Due to the widespread world-wide news this week that shocks fans everywhere about famous golfer Tiger Wood, former Philadelphia, PA radio and TV personality John Ziegler ends his website www.tigerwoodsisgod.com. Please click Ziegler's Web site for the rest of the story.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What Classic tune enters Billboard only two days before Christmas in 1957 but still lands in the top ten? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•RANDY MICHAELS Tribune COO since May 2008 is the new CEO. Sam Zell remains chairman. •GENERAL ELECTRIC agrees to buy Vivendi's 20% stake in NBC Universal. •SCOTT RODDY is new APD at Adult Hits WNTR FM (107.9) Indianapolis, IN. •RON SPAULDING moves on up to President of Universal Music Group Distribution's independent distribution arm Fontana. •LEX SHVARTS Mega Media Group CEO tells listeners on Friday, October 30, 2009 that the two-year old dance-format WNYZ LP (Pulse 87) NYC goes off the air at 5pm. In August 2009 Mega files Chapter 11. Its low power CH6 signal attracts 831,000 listeners.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 KIM RICHEY singer-songwriter (Radney Foster Nobody Wins and Trisha Yearwood Believe Me Baby) born on December 1st in Zanesville, OH. •1962 VINNIE DOMBROSKI lead singer for Detroit, MI Rock group Sponge born Mark Dombrowski on December 4th. •1979 KRIS KRISTOFFERSON divorces Rita Coolidge on December 2nd. •1983 SHERRI DUPREE lead singer/guitarist/lyricist for the band Eisley born on December 3rd in Houston, TX. •1998 FAITH HILL's single This Kiss goes Platinum on December 1st. •2008 JODY REYNOLDS singer/guitarist (Endless Sleep #5-1958) dies at 75 on November 7th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Subject: Mel Pennington. Hey Jim. I enjoyed reading about an old friend Mel Pennington today. I hope he is well and still hanging in there. He was a stand up guy and a pal from the sixties who was always willing to help out other folks. We did a show at the Alley Theatre together and he hired me for a weekend shift at KODA when I was working three part time jobs after getting out of the army in the sixties. I ran into him in Austin back in 1976 at a dinner for Darrel Royal and we reminisced about the good ole days. So if any of your readers know him please forward a "hello," from Chuck Cashmere. It's so great to know these people are hanging with us today and your column does a great job of reminding me about these really cool periods and episodes in my life. CC

TANJA CROUCH (Nashville, TN) Hi Jim, Barbara Orbison forwarded your email address and a copy of your "Jim Rose Remembers Radio #746. She asked me to get in touch with you and let you know that we are about to launch a new RoyOrbison.com site on December 6, the anniversary date of Roy’s passing. She would love to do some radio interviews and giveaways with you and your stations, if possible. Please give me a call at your earliest convenience at 615 850 1171 to discuss the possibility of doing something together. Best Regards, Tanja Crouch; Vice President; Barbara Orbison Productions/Roy Orbison Music/Pretty Woman Perfume; The Orbison Building; 1625 Broadway, Penthouse; Nashville, TN 37203 (www.RoyOrbison.com) Pretty Woman perfume is now available at http://PrettyWomanPerfume.com/

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JOHN LACKNESS (San Antonio-Shertz, TX) Subject: A passing to report. Jim, Joe Stier, otherwise known to radio guys as Joe Conway, passed away last night about midnight here in San Antonio. Joe gave me my first big job in San Antonio radio, hiring me on as JOHN MARSHALL (I got the air name while driving by John Marshall high school). While going to school at San Antonio College back in 1978, I got word of a new station coming into town. Thought, what the heck, I'll send a tape in. Got an audition with Joe and got a job doing overnights when KCCW signed on in late 1978 from the transmitter site located just off of Perrin-Beitel road here in town. Progressed to evenings and stayed there until the station changed formats. Joe was a Jersey boy and had worked in New York with Imus before coming down here to do an unusual country format. We played country gold format during the day, then at night, he threw in stuff like the Allman Brothers, Doobie Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, ZZ Top and a few others to mix things up. It really was a format that I enjoyed, but to be honest...was a bit ahead of it's time. Anyway, don't know details of any services at this point but will pass along when I find out and will pass along any more of his background too. John Lackness SCMS Southwest

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MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) Time for one last "Lunch Bunch" for the year...AND for the decade! Meeting once again at Boston's Gourmet Pizza, on the westbound 635/LBJ service road just west of MacArthur in the Valley Ranch section of Irving. We'll meet Saturday, December 5 at 1PM. As usual, very casual, no formalities, no speeches, each person pays for their own, etc. Just come out and catch up with old friends, make new friends, etc, and maybe do a little networking! And same goes as always, folks involved in any type of media, current or past, employed or unemployed (that's most of us nowadays, right?) are welcome to sit in. And bring a friend! And if you're afraid of disrupting a day of Christmas shopping, there's a Sam's, Wal-Mart, Fry's, Target, etc. all within semi-walking distance of Boston's!! Hope to see everyone there! Mike Shannon

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Well Jim radio "Used" to be vibrant, exciting, creative, and imaginative. Each city had its own style and excitement. Now nothing really stands out, but several account execs and "desk jockeys" will argue differently. It used to be you earned your way up to the top from small market to big boys, but it became a "warm body paradise". Now it's program around your spots, instead of selling your spots around your programs. There is nothing to compel a listener to tune in, unless you want to argue over the phone with a talk host whose sole purpose is to make you mad. Where's the entertainment or information value in that? Radio is on a slow Viking funeral and the sails are smoldering to ash. I still do some voice work and production. Thankfully I can still write my own material and do my own production, and teach at school. Have a great holiday Jim. Ray

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, December 5th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: Bobby Helms' Jingle Bell Rock lands on Billboard's Pop chart only two days before Christmas in 1957 but still rises to #6.

ED STERN (Uvalde, TX) Subject: Calling It What It Is -- Terrorism. (http://downloads.cbn.com/cbnnewsplayer/cbnPlayer.swf?aid=11991) "Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it." Mark Twain (1835-1910)

JOHN MARSHALL [Fourth Supreme Court Chief Justice] (September 24, 1755-July 6, 1835) The power to tax is the power to destroy.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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December 02, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #746

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LIMBAUGH TOPS THE LIST CBS’s 60 Minutes teams up with Vanity Fair to find out who is the most influential voice in American conservatism. The survey indicates that 26% of Americans consider talk show host Rush Limbaugh as our nation's most influential conservative. Fox News Channel talk host Glenn Beck comes in second with 11%. Former Vice President Dick Cheney and former Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin tie at third with 10% each. According to CBS News a new Washington Post poll says that Republicans who regularly listen to radio host Rush Limbaugh or watch Fox News host Glenn Beck view Sarah Palin as the best representative of their party's core values.

WHO IS AT THE SUPER BOWL? During Thanksgiving Day's Dallas Cowboys-Raiders game the NFL announces that longtime Classic 1960s Rockers The Who will perform during Super Bowl half time on February 7, 2010 at Dolphin Stadium in Miami, FL. The Who's two surviving members - Roger Daltrey and guitarist-songwriter Pete Townshend plus new band members are on stage. The Who inducts into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Recent halftime acts at the Super Bowl half time include Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Prince and the Rolling Stones. The Who's performance should be the best of them all.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Does the Four Seasons' Frankie Valli have a brush with the law? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ANDY LUDLUM PD of CBS Radio News/Talk KFWB-980 Los Angeles, CA is happy that Dr. Laura Schlessinger’s recent move to middays ratings more than doubles in October 2009. •ANGELO CATALDI's contract with SportsRadio WIP-610 Philadelphia, PA ends at the end of 2009. The highly rated and high priced morning man might have to take a pay cut to stay. It now seems that to keep one's job is the new raise. •RICHIE SAMBORA's hometown Woodbridge, NJ honors the Bon Jovi with a street name after him. •ELLEN LEIFELD retires as President/Publisher of Gannett's Tennessean newspaper. Carol Hudler is her successor.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 ELVIS PRESLEY's single Jailhouse Rock scores #1 on Billboard Country chart on December 2nd. •1960 RAZZLE drummer with Hanoi Rocks born Nicholas Charles Dingley on December 2nd in Royal Leamington Spa, England. •1979 ANNE MURRAY's single Broken Hearted Me rises to #1 on Billboard's Country survey on December 1st. •1981 BRITNEY SPEARS Pop singer born Britney Jean Spears on December 2nd in McComb, MS. •1995 DAVID LEE MURPHY's Out With A Bang is his first Gold album on December 1st. •2007 EMIL BRENKUS American Jazz bassist dies at 94 due to prostate cancer on Monday, December 10th.

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JEFF THOMPSON (Winston-Salem, NC) Subject: I saw the Mel Pennington stories- I had the pleasure of working with Mel in the early '60s at KXYZ in Houston back when it was located in the Gulf Building. Funny, I had just been thinking about Mel yesterday...and how we were both in the midst of covering the great storm, Hurricane Carla in 1962, along with his friend Tommy Thompson from Life Magazine. (No relation to me, Jeff Thompson.) WE were walking the streets downtown, where huge signs were flying through the air, looters were breaking the windows at Foley's...and I was out in the Mobile unit, a 57 station wagon, about to be blown off the Gulf Freeway, while reporting in on the short wave radio. (Pre- CBs and cell phones) Mel had come to KXYZ from Galveston, I had only arrive a month before from Austin and Radio KASE which I had helped put on the air. While in college at UT, I had also worked at KAZZ-FM, which at the time was through the glass in the next studio from KHFI-FM...which I understand is where Mel Pennington either once worked. In any event...almost 50 years later, please, somebody give best regards to Mel from his old co-worker, Jeff Thompson, now in Winston-Salem, NC.

MEL PENNINGTON Back in the mid 1960s Mel comes to KVUE TV CH42 as Sports Director/anchor from KODA-1010 here in Houston, TX. KVUE TV is a sister station to KHFI FM and KHFI-970. All three stations are in a nice self-contained 2-story building in Austin, TX. Radio is upstairs. TV and both news departments, plus sales are downstairs. From 1966-67 I'm PD/MD/DJ on KHFI FM and Saturday afternoon DJ on KHFI-970 (The Sound of the City). Also do a quickie 30 second audio weather forecast at 9pm on KVUE TV. After a few months the radio manager who hires me for KHFI FM, Cal Druxman, leaves. They tack on KHFI radio management duties to Mel Pennington. Along with Mel from KODA-1010 here in Houston, TX, a very deep-voice guy, Dave McQueen, also comes to KHFI-970 in Austin. Dave later moves to the west coast and becomes big in L.A. radio. Back then Westinghouse KODA-1010 is a daytime radio station with a Beautiful music format. Today, under new owners, Tichenor, KODA-1010 is now KLAT-1010 (La Tremenda 1010 AM) with a Spanish format and is now a 24 hour operation. With different owners Sunny 99 KODA FM (99.1) has a soft Adult Contemporary format. While I'm on Westinghouse (Group W) New Country KILT FM and Classic Country KILT-610 the 2nd time from 1991-96 they buy Country KIKK FM and Classic Country KIKK-650 from Viacom in 1995. Due to the FCC rules at the time Westinghouse has to sell KODA FM (99.1) and KODA-1010 so they can buy the KIKK properties. With the new Telcom law of 1996, Westinghouse can own all six radio stations. Then, around 1994 or 95 Westinghouse buys CBS Radio and changes the name Westinghouse (Group W) to CBS Radio. Long after I leave KILT, Viacom buys CBS Radio. So, since the Telcom law of 1996 radio acts like a merry go round. Viacom now owns Country KILT FM, Sports Talk KILT-610, Top 40 KKHH FM (formerly KIKK FM) and Talk KIKK-650. Sad to say that both Mel and Cal are no longer with us. They are by far the best radio managers that I ever work for and in memory remain dear friends. Really fun guys with wonderful personalities. Radio is lots of fun in the Sizzling Sixties.

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Jim, a belated Happy Birthday and Thanksgiving. Congratulations on making it another year, and I'm delighted to know you have a new companion. Regarding the Great Al Alberts...yes, He and the Four Aces were one of the great pop groups before the advent of Rock & Roll. I remember seeing them at the Shamrock Hotel when Love, etc was big. They were terrific. I think they also had the hit Standing on the Corner Watching all the Girls Go By. Paul Berlin MC’d the show and my companion was my first wife and the mother of my beautiful daughter; we were childhood sweethearts and I'll always remember that song. Oh if I knew then what I know now. Have a good one. Keep your eyes open for Christmas. CC

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MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) Hi Jim! ...a passing to report in DFW radio...Ralph Widman. Widman was at KTBS in Shreveport starting in 1939, worked for the Texas Independent Network thereafter, then over to KFJZ-1270 in Fort Worth in the mid-40s. Next, Widman was PD at KWBC-970AM in Fort Worth (later known as KNOK and KHVN) from 1946-48, then with WFAA-AM (and occasionally TV) in Dallas from 1948-57 as sports director. He went over to the new KBCS-730AM (now KKDA) in Grand Prairie from 1957-58 as station manager, then back to WFAA-AM sports until 1960. Some old timers might recall him as one of the premier regional sports announcer/play x play for college sports on the radio during the 1940s-50s-60s, and host of the long-running "Football Scoreboard" and "Sports Review" on WFAA from 1948-60. Widman went on to manage two radio rep agencies in the 1960s, but kept his weekend job announcing college football, mostly over WRR-AM in Dallas. Thanks Jim, and congrats on that new pup! Mike Shannon (www.knus99.com/)

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BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, I did not know this man (Ralph Widman, Jr.) but I'm sure some of your readers from the DFW area might have had the pleasure of working with him. Bud

TRIVIA ANSWER: In September 1965, Police in Columbus, OH arrest the Four Seasons' Frankie Valli because his manager forgets to pay his hotel bill.

RALPH WIDMAN III (DFW-Arlington, TX) This a copy of the obituary that will run in Sunday's Star-Telegram. It will also be available on their website, www.legacy.com/obituaries/dfw/ Due to the cost, I decided not to run it in the Dallas Morning News. I thought maybe you could forward it on to friends in Dallas. I've put together some material to email to Joe Simnacher at the Dallas Morning News, so maybe he can get write an article for us. Thanks so much, Ralph

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (1564-1616) Farewell! God knows when we shall meet again.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 30, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #745

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PHILLY RADIO-TV SINGING LEGEND EXPIRES Philadelphia, PA TV icon Al Alberts dies at 87 on Friday, November 27, 2009 at his home in Florida. Al is a founding member and lead singer on one of my favorite Pop singing groups of the 1950s - The Four Aces. Their biggest hit Love Is a Many Splendored Thing lands on Billboard's Pop chart on August 27, 1955. It quickly rises to #1 and remains there for 6 weeks and sells over a half million copies. It's the title song from the movie that stars William Holden and Jennifer Jones. Alberts is a longtime Philadelphia TV talent show host. The Al Alberts Showcase runs for decades on WPVI TV CH6 in the City of Brotherly Love. William Penn, English Quaker, names the city Philadelphia which is Greek for brotherly love.

TWO TOP TV ANCHORS DISAPPEAR IN PHILADELPHIA Bob Dylan sings, The times they are a changin'. Lots of changes at WPVI TV in 2009 when they lose two long time news anchors. Back in June 2009 ABC CH6 Sport Director Gary Papa passes away. After 56 years in broadcasting with 31 at WPVI TV, weathercaster Dave Roberts retires. Dave joins WPVI on May 15th, 1978. His final Action News AccuWeather forecast is Friday, December 11, 2009. Dave broadcasts his last ABC CH6 Thanksgiving Day parade on November 26th. WPVI TV moves out of its old building on City Line Avenue into new digs. Action News' Jim Gardner is the only member of the original news team who is still on board. In 2002, Roberts decides to cut his workload when he hands the 11pm torch to Cecily Tynan. Bernie Prazenica, President/GM of 6ABC relates, Dave has touched so many lives during his broadcast career. He is truly one of the most genuine, authentic people to ever work in the business. Without Dave, Channel 6 would not be what it is today.

ROCKIN' LITTLE MISS DYNAMITE LIGHTS UP THE GREEN Lipscomb University’s 5th annual Lighting of the Green is on Tuesday, December 1, 2009. Brenda Lee whose Christmas classic Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree is in both the Country and Rock Music Halls of fame joins the celebration. Music starts at 5:30 pm. Admission is free. Free photo sessions with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus in Bennett Campus Center, where food from local restaurants is available for purchase. Amy Grant hosts the event. Lelan Statom of NewsChannel5 is the emcee. Dozens of Christmas trees with lots of lights plus one that's 35-feet tall. Please bring non-perishable food to donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank's December food drive. Lipscomb University's location is 3901 Granny White Pike; Nashville, TN.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What distinction does Courtney love hold with the Internet? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Chuck Dunaway [KLIF-1190, KBOX-1480, KILT-610, WABC-770, WKY-930, WKYC-1100] on Tuesday, December 1st •BIG JAY SORENSEN former DJ on Oldies WNBC-660 Time Machine returns to CBS Radio Oldies WCBS FM NYC. Previously Big Jay is on WKXW FM (101.5) Trenton, NJ; WPHT-1210 Philadelphia, PA and KLIF-570 Dallas, TX. •KNST-790 (Newsradio) Tucson, AZ big changes. Josh Leng PD quickly exits right after morning host Jim Parisi joins crosstown talk KVOI-1030 (The Voice of Freedom) in nearby Cortaro, AZ beginning November 30, 2009. Reach out and touch Josh at joshleng@talkmedianetwork.com. (revised address in 2021)

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 KRISTINE OLIVER (half of sister duo Sweethearts Of The Rodeo) born on November 28th in Manhattan Beach, CA. •1965 PAUL WHEELER drummer with Synthpop band Icehouse born in Sydney, Australia on November 30th. •1972 CHARLIE RICH records Behind Closed Doors on November 28th. •1980 JOSEPH MILLIGAN lead guitarist with Alternative Rock band Anberlin born on November 30th. •1992 MARTY STUART joins the Grand Ole Opry on November 28th as its first new member since the death of Roy Acuff. •2008 DAVY [Davey] GRAHAM British folk guitarist/singer/arranger dies of lung cancer on December 15th.

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CHUCK 'Boom Boom' CANNON (Savannah, GA) We were real Pirate Radio DJs, broadcasting from the M.V. Communicator on the North Sea in 1985. Craig Novac, me, Jay Mack, John Leeds, and Jeff Davis. The Movie, "Pirate Radio" starts Friday at a theater near you. (http://SavannahsCoolOldies.com)

WALTRAUD HOFMEISTER (Germany) hi jim, this is waltraud from Germany. happy thanksgiving.

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Subject: Jim, Can you add this email address instead of the other one to your newsletter? I think the email ended with @theodoremedia.com This email is GrizzlyGroundswell@yahoo.com Thanks for the mention again! You're too kind! Hey we had over 2000 listeners the day your last newsletter went out! I could not figure out where they were coming from! Then I remembered you mentioned us in your newsletter! So that is very exciting! Thanks for all you do! I hope Lacy and You have a wonderful first Thanksgiving together! Chad

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SUNNY LANGSTON-GADWAY (Dallas, TX) Subject: Happy Thanksgiving! 'I’m Thankful for You. Thanksgiving is the appointed time for focusing on the good in our lives. In each of our days, we can find small blessings, but too often we overlook them, choosing instead to spend our time paying attention to problems. We give our energy to those who cause us trouble instead of those who bring peace. Starting now, let’s be on the lookout for the bits of pleasure in each hour and appreciate the people who bring love and light to everyone who are blessed to know them. You are one of those people. On Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for you. Happy Thanksgiving!' Joanna Fuchs - Sunny Gadway & Mike Glover

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Hey Jimbo and Lacy (Good girl!)...Hey how cool is it to say that again? Man, you've been through it but like the champ you are, you've come out better off. Happy birthday, get weller, and congratulations on Lacy. I learn something everyday. I hadn't a clue that Chubby Checker had covered Hank Ballard till your newsletter. I was still in the Marine Corps with the 1st Marine Division at Camp Pendleton, California when "The Twist" came out in '60. Good times twisting with those California girls. Thanks for the information, man. Your newsletter is the best. And Happy Thanksgiving. I'm not so thankful for the lottery I'm gonna win Saturday but for the bread I have on the table today. Gifts from God. And if you don't believe there is a God, then gifts from the universe. So much beauty in our lives, so little evil, really. See ya'. David Perkins; The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ; The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Hi Jim, Just a few random thoughts about the discussion on the shakey nature of broadcasting. Anyone looking for job stability who took the time to check out broadcasting would never choose it as a profession. Stability in radio has ALWAYS been if you were still on the job fifteen minutes after clocking in, and if you worked in a non-union state, you could get canned for almost any reason. Some of us who didn't check it out, or didn't believe what we were told, came to understand you have to leave broadcasting if you want a stable career. There are some exceptions, people who've made a lifetime career at one or a few stations, but they're few and far between. One really valid point was made in the discussion...in this economy, if you have a reasonably good job, no matter what it is, hold on to it with both hands. I walked away from radio years ago, and started near the bottom working for the state of Texas, and not a day goes by without me being thankful for making that decision. I miss radio, but not nearly enough to go back in it. Yours Truly, John Hale; Mobile Magic Music; 512.336.8742 (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

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RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#743) November 25, 2009 [Wednesday] Hi Jim: Hope the holidays will be your best. On the Question from Randy Calhoun about Allen Grimm. Allen "Bubba" Grimm was one of the originators of KEXL in San Antonio in the early 1970's. He did a late night to overnight shift with a progressive rock format when the station was still going by the calls KITE-FM. He stayed with the station and came back during KEXL "resurgence" in 1974. Allen, from what I understand had a Heart attack in the early 1990's and passed away. KEXL was a very good station and totally different that what was being offered at the time. Have a great holiday. Ray Whitworth

TRIVIA ANSWER: Courtney Love's AOL email account is the first to be shut down because of death threats she posts against people she thinks deserve them.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: I wish I had saved my bumper sticker from Phoenix. It read: "Don't Re-elect Nobody." I need it now! BOB

THOMAS JEFFERSON (1762-1826) The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.

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November 27, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #744

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

DOBBS FOR SENATOR OR PRESIDENT? TV talk show host Lou Dobbs leaves CNN after almost 30 years because network honchos become jittery with his personal political agenda promotion on his TV show. Lou still has his syndicated radio show plus CNN hands him millions of dollars to walk away from his TV anchor spot. Probably the most irritating aspect of his jargon to CNN bosses is his referral to President Obama's birth place. Where is Barack's place of origin? Dobbs suggests that Obama actually is born in Kenya, not Hawaii. If he really is a U.S. citizen why does he spend millions of dollars on legal fees to keep it hidden? Lou also speaks of our nation's leaky border with Mexico where millions of illegal aliens still pour across our southern boundary. The National Hispanic Media Coalition takes credit for Lou Dobbs' CNN departure. The NHMC brags that it plans next to turn to Dobbs’ daily United Stations Radio Networks syndicated talk show. CNN announces that anchor and chief national correspondent, John King debuts in early 2010 on a new weeknight political show to fill Lou's former 7:00-8:00 pm ET time slot. Word has it that Dobbs might consider a senatorial run as an independent candidate in his home state of New Jersey. The latest banter is Lou Dobbs for President of the United States of America. Stay tuned to this bat channel.

CBS EXTENDS MASON'S CONTRACT CBS Corporation restructures its broadcasting operations with a new management team to direct the new local broadcasting portion. Anton Guitano, CFO and Senior EVP of Operations for CBS Radio, is new COO of CBS Local Media for its new local broadcasting business segment. Anton reports to Leslie Moonves, President/CEO of CBS Corporation; Dan Mason, CBS Radio President/CEO, and Peter Dunn, new President of CBS Television Stations. Since 2007, Dan Mason heads CBS Radio. He signs a contract extension to remain as head of the division. Leslie Moonves, CBS Corporation President/CEO, boasts Dan is, quite simply, the best executive in the radio business. He has unparalleled gifts as a programmer, and knows how to turn that grasp of our on-air product into improved ratings and financial performance. We couldn’t be more pleased that Dan will continue to provide his leadership skills for years to come, joining with Anton and Peter to help make this new local media group a growth engine for CBS.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In 1982, Bertie Higgins has a Billboard Top Ten hit with Key Largo. For whom is he a drummer in the 1960s? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Kay Clarkson and Buzz Cason on Friday, November 27th. •WACV-1170 (former WCOV) Bluewater Broadcasting flips from News/Talk to Oldies from a simulcast with sister station News/Talk WMRK FM (107.9) Montgomery-Shorter, AL. •WLTW FM Clear Channel (Lite FM 106.7) NYC and AC KESZ FM (99.9) Phoenix, AZ both switch to all-Christmas music through the holidays on Friday, November 20, 2009. •FAITH HILL and her longtime business manager, Gary Borman, part their ways after 16 years. In 1993 Faith releases her debut single Wild One. Borman also represents Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 HANK WILLIAMS writes his Classic tune Cold, Cold Heart on November 23rd. •1962 CHARLIE BENANTE drummer with Heavy Metal band Anthrax born on November 27th. •1973 GEORGE JONES & TAMMY WYNETTE sing We're Gonna Hold On in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 22nd. •1988 CHRISTOPHER STRINGINI Pop-R&B singer born on November 28th in Chicago, IL. •1996 DEANA CARTER's Strawberry Wine is #1 on Billboard's Country chart on November 23rd. •2007 ROBERT GOULET one of my favorite Pop singers/actor/theatre/radio/TV and film dies on October 30th.

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JIM 'Catfish' PREWITT (Sacramento, CA) In my wildest dreams I would've never thought radio would have gotten this bad. If you have a job KEEP IT no matter how bad it gets. Jim Prewitt; (www.JimPrewitt.com)

JOHN SUMMERS (Los Angeles, CA) Catfish...there is usually no choice in the matter when the end comes. No matter what you've done, how nice you are, how talented you are or how much 'extra' stuff you do, it matters not. John

'Big' JAY SORENSEN (NYC, NY) Unfortunately, you are somewhat correct John. BUT...I’ve noticed that some OTHER folks DO notice...sometimes you meet them on the way UP...or even on the way down if that occurs. So while it seems like it’s all for naught, sometimes it isn’t. MY work ethic is renowned in this region. I was hoping that happened when I lived in Rowlett and worked in Big D. But now that I’m back in the NY/Philly/Jersey area, my work (on and OFF the air) speaks for itself. Some people won’t like you no matter what you do…and others LOVE you. So don’t take any of this personally these days. The oafs who run MOST of the big companies are looking over THEIR shoulders too…no matter how good or how far they go the extra-mile for their company. There ARE some decent people out there who DO notice. Believe me. I "go the extra mile" for ME too; because I want to! I figure, the BIG guy upstairs knows. I am the biggest team player there IS. But once I’m gone…I’m GONE. Then I just hitch my wagon up the next operator smart enough to GET it. And that, my friends is what those on the radio-beach must do. Having pals in high places (ya know like some guy named Famous and guys like Tom Taylor and Joel Denver and Jerry DelColliano and radio’s best friend Art Vuolo) at influential publications and other industry related firms doesn’t hurt either. BUT…it comes down to this: the RIGHT people find out eventually what YOU are worth to a company. THEY are the ones who WIN. Jim and his former morning-show teammate in Militia-gan will rise again. Mark my words. Good luck to YOU TOO John. We’ll meet again I’m sure. So folks…have the best Thanksgiving you can have...and...BE BIG! Big Jay Sorensen, WCBS-FM NYC

LARRY SHANNON (Tarkio, MO) Great thoughts, Jay. I'll jump in with a word or two to reinforce what you said. I've never left one gig and gone on to the next one - fired, resigned, run off, etc - and the next gig turned out to be much better than the one I'd left. A few years ago, I wrote a piece when Dallas and Denver's Paxton Mills died (www.radiodailynews.com/beatlesgeneration.htm). One line in it remains true about today's state of the biz ... "We fired and hired each other at a half dozen different radio stations - one day we were enemies, the next day, best friends and boss jocks." It's an endless cycle. "One day we're a boss - the next day we're asking to be hired by someone we fired a week before." Larry Shannon

RUSS DIBELLO [Famous Amos] (NYC, NY) I really should keep to myself and be gracious here, but I gotta be mee-e-e-e... Some years back, when I had my third and final humiliation with Clear Channel, they left me no choice in a certain situation, but to sue them. Y'all should a heard the stuck-pig squeals from my fellow Radio Industry compadres: "Oh my GOD! You can't sue Clear Channel! You'll never eat lunch in this industry again! Eight years later, I'm working, including duties on The Greatest Station in the World (CBS-FM) and they're starting charities for families who have been the victims of the Evil Empire. Oh, and that lawsuit, which everyone said I "couldn't win"? Let's just say that CC assumed that because I lived in New York State, any rent-a-lawyer, type storefront law firm from that State, in general. could represent against an ex-NYC CC employee. You tend to view things that way, I suppose, when your corporate HQ is in San Antonio. So much for CC's mythical evil, unstoppable lawyers. Epilogue: they didn't win, and I lived to eat lunch another day. Happy Thanksgiving all and may you all see greener pastures in 2010. FA! R! WCBS-FM NYC

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CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Mondegreens and Traditions. Hi, Someone said they knew of an Irish song about a train, it goes "Paddy Me Boy is that the Chattanooga Choo-Choo"? Also and old Irish song for plumbers, "Oh, Danny Boy I hire those pipes a calling." A Lutheran Theologian Marty Martin in Christianity Today in an article once said one of the worst Christian sins is not to be able to laugh. Since we are always to be able to explain the Joy with in us to whoever asks us. I have started going to a place I like for Mexican Food at the West End, R. J. Cuisine. The food is a little on the high side, but is very good and a nice treat like when I go downtown to cast my ballot. Especially when I am not sure I even care to vote. 73, Charles George, KC5RAI

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, November 28th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: From 1964-66, Bertie Higgins is a drummer for Rock singer Tommy Roe who has the #1 hit, Sheila, in summer 1962.

GARY OWENS [Rock 'n' Roll DJ-TV game show host] (May 10, 1936-p) I found joy in almost every record.

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November 25, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #743

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROCK STAR HAS SURGERY The Tennessean's Tune in Music City has an article about legendary 1950s Rock-R&B star Little Richard's recent hip surgery. The Associated Press has details: Little Richard is asking fans to pray for his speedy recovery after undergoing hip surgery at a Tennessee hospital. The Rev. Bill Minson, a Penneman family friend, says that Rock and Roll Hall of Fame recipient Little Richard is in pain before his surgery but he continues his performance schedule. Rev. Minson says the 76-year-old Little Richard asks him to tell fans to get ready to rock 'n' roll with him in the new year because he's coming back strong. Little Richard is a native of Macon, GA but he now lives in Tennessee. He recovers from the surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.

SMOOTH JAZZ JOINS THE EDSEL AUTOMOBILE An Inside Radio report states, The combination of an aging audience, a dearth of new superstar artists and a new ratings methodology has caused smooth jazz to vanish from most major markets. Only five smooth jazz radio stations remain in the 25 markets that have converted to the PPM. While they continue to carry the torch, it’s no walk in the park.

POP KING STARS ON THE AUCTION BLOCK Today's poor economy doesn't seem to affect everyone. Charlie Moore who owns Hollywood Star Cars Museum in Gatlinburg, TN buys the King of Pop Michael Jackson's 1985 Mercedes Benz at a NYC auction for $104,550. Charlie also purchases a photo of Jackson as he drives the car. Moore plans to put Michael's Mercedes on display at his museum which has more than 40 authentic Hollywood vehicles that includes Elvis Presley's Lincoln and Frank Sinatra's Jaguar. A Hong Kong hotel executive buys Jackson's white glove that he wears on his first moonwalk performance for $350,000.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In the music world what are mondegreens? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TRAVIS MOON moves up from PD of Bonneville Country WUBE FM (105.1) Cincinnati, OH & WYGY FM (97.3) Fort Thomas, KY to his new spot as PD/PM Drive DJ on Clear Channel Country KAJA FM (97.3) San Antonio, TX. •KDHT FM Emmis (Hot 93.3) Austin, TX flips from Hip Hop on Wednesday November 18, 2009 to AAA from sister station KGSR FM (107.1) which goes Regional Mexican on Friday, November 20th. •JUSTIN WRIGHT ex PD/morning host on Top-40 WFIZ FM (Z95.5) Ithaca-Odessa, NY edges over to CHR WNKI FM (Wink 106) Elmira, NY as weekends-swing.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 BRENDA LEE's Classic Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree releases on November 24th on Decca records. •1960 AMY GRANT Contemporary-Pop singer born on November 25th in Augusta, GA. •1973 CHARLIE RICH's single The Most Beautiful Girl hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on November 24th. •1983 KIRSTY CRAWFORD singer-songwriter finalist on TV show Pop Idol born on November 25th in Glasgow, Scotland. •1990 K.T. OSLIN's single Come Next Monday scores #1 on Billboard's Country survey on November 24th. •2005 GLORIA LASSO Spanish singer dies at 83 on December 4th in Cuernavaca, Mexico.

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MOBY [James Carney] (Atlanta-Roswell, GA) [Dene Hallam - 1954-2009] Dear Friends of Dene Hallam. I'm sitting here on this Sunday morning just stunned. Dene Hallam has passed away!! "WHAT!?!" Dene won't be sitting behind his desk ever again at his office at the Moby Network facility, and in the apartment in the basement of our home, where he lived for over a year and a half. Dene was like my twin brother. Holidays would find Dene around our family table. I've been reading Facebook entries, and I'm at a loss as to how to proceed. God, he was a good man. Those Facebook posts are from scores of good people that Dene had made better, or at the very least attempted to. They're mainly from people that were exposed to Dene when he was at the top of his game, and benefited from being there. They, thank God, weren't there to see, feel, and hear the trauma of a loving man who felt he'd lost everything. For the final chapter of his life, Dene programmed our Moby network, and did it with the same amount of passion he'd had for the biggest station he'd ever taken at the top. The end of his journey came with him under our umbrella, and because of that, I'm feeling a deep sense of responsibility to insure he's properly put to rest. He was full of love, and kindness for all that had come in his wake. No man ever loved his children more than Dene loved Sam and Liz and especially Hayleigh. Mary Beth, Gracie and I were his closest family as his life ended; we feel the need to take the lead to ensure anything done "for Dene" will directly benefit "Dene's daughters" that he gave endlessly to. We're in the process of making that happen, and will post the "How To Help Dene's Girls" stuff on www.mobyinthemorning.com and get it to the trades ASAP. Thanksgiving week isn't the best time to get a ball like this rolling at the beginning of a 3 day week. My list of those to send this to is short. Those that read it directly from me, would you be so kind as to forward to others that you're aware of that might need/want to see it. Thank you & God bless, MOBY

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Happy Birthday to you! Hope all is well with you and Lacy, sorry I missed this year's induction ceremony, I had back surgery, went well but kept me from flying. Your pal, CC (www.ccmccartney.com)

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Thanks for the mention Jim! What a great 40th Birthday! Chad. (www.WGGRN.com)

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MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) Hi Jim! The lost JFK assassination recordings from the old KXOL-1360AM in Fort Worth play Sunday night, November 22, over KMNY-1360AM from 6PM-7PM as a special presentation of "The Hi-Fi Club" radio show, commemorating the 46th anniversary of the event. These recordings, made by KXOL-AM reporter and former KXAS-TV news anchor Russ Bloxom and his former wife, Sanda, mainly cover the late afternoon, evening and nighttime coverage of the assassination, and extend through Lee Harvey Oswald's murder two days later. Condensed to a one-hour presentation, the tapes showcase the non-network affiliated KXOL and its worthwhile effort to cover the tragedy locally and on the scene. Listeners will hear North Texas radio notables Russ Bloxom, Roy Eaton, Bruce Neal and others as they report the events in November, 1963. The program will also stream on the internet at www.thehificlub.net, and can also be heard this weekend over KPIR-1420AM in Granbury, KLDE-104.9FM in San Angelo, and on the North Texas Radio for the Blind. Check www.thehificlub.net/affiliates.html for days and times. A podcast of the recordings will be posted to the "Hi-Fi Club" website by November 25. Mike Shannon

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RANDY CALHOUN (Dallas, TX) Subject: Allen Grimm. I read your remembrances as I did a Google search for Allen Grimm. I'm not in the radio business but remembered listening to Allen when I was a teenager growing up in San Antonio. He was great and the music was even better. Where is he now? Randy Calhoun

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey City, TX) Jim: Thanks so much for the bio on Linda Ronstadt. I have up-dated my files & appreciate your efforts. I am not computer savvy & thus did not search further. This is still a learning process for me indeed. BOB

TRIVIA ANSWER: When one mishears lyrics it is a mondegreen, such as My eyes of Georgia instead of the correct My eyes adored you. Have an example of this.

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#741) November 20, 2009 [Friday] Seems to me he (Dene Hallam) was fairly young wasn't he? Any idea what happened? You have a great week my friend and Happy Thanksgiving. We have MUCH to be thankful for.

DAVE E. CROCKETT (Houston, TX) I’m saddened to hear about Dene Hallam passing over the weekend. Dene hired me as KKBQ/93Q Country’s first morning man along side Nancy Alexander in September of 1992. We had many fights about the direction of the show and also had many a dinner at the Palm on Dene’s dime to mend fences. Not the easiest guy (to) work for but he always knew the direction the station should go. Dene was the last of the real programmers who ran the station before sales started cluttering the air. One of the few battles he lost and it cost the station dearly. He always had my respect and he will be missed by his extended radio family. Dave E. Crockett; Audio Producer-Voice Talent; Bill Young Productions

ISSAC ASIMOV (January 2, 1920-April 6, 1992) If my doctor told me I had only six minutes to live, I wouldn't brood. I'd type a little faster.

Jim Rose and Lacy

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November 23, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #742

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

VETERAN TX RADIO PROGRAMMER DIES Former Program Director of Country KKBQ FM (92.9) Houston, TX; Country WDAF FM (106.5) Kansas City, KS; Citadel Country WKHX FM (Kicks 101.5) and Oldies WYAY FM (106.7) Atlanta-Gainesville, GA Dene Hallam passes away at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Just over two years ago Dene joins the Moby in the Morning show that's in syndication. For several days, he lies unresponsive in the intensive care unit of Grady Memorial Hospital. On Thursday a Catholic priest gives him his last rites. Dene Hallam dies on Saturday, November 21, 2009. Dene wins previous Billboard Radio Awards in two different formats. Dene Hallam leaves behind two daughters.

FORMER BEATLES REGROUP With a little help from their friends, Ringo Starr recruits Paul McCartney for their new album Y Not which hits store shelves on January 12th, 2010. Paul joins Ringo on a couple of tracks of the album. Their first single from the album Walk With Me has McCartney and Starr as duos. This is Ringo’s first album since Liverpool 8 in 2008. Other guest artists and songwriters on Y Not include Joe Walsh, Joss Stone, Van Dyke Parks, Ben Harper and Richard Marx. In a press release, Ringo talks about joint efforts with his old Beatles mate, Paul was doing the Grammys, so he came over to the house and was playing bass on ‘Peace Dream.’ So I played him this other track and Paul said, ‘Give me the headphones. Give me a pair of cans.’ And he went to the mike and he just invented that part where he follows on my vocal. That was all Paul McCartney, and there could be nothing better.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who has the first version of Chubby Checkers' 1960 dance tune, The Twist? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Don Tiffin on Tuesday, November 24th. •KIX BROOKS who hosts Citadel Media's American Country Countdown wins his 1st ever National Broadcast Personality of the Year from the Country Music Association. •KYGO FM (98.5) Denver, CO is the CMA Major Market Radio Station of the Year. •BILL CAREY native New Yorker is the new news director for Tribune Broadcasting's flagship station in New York WPIX FM (101.9). •RICK O'DELL exits WNUA FM (95.5) in January 2009 now programs and co-hosts 14 Chicago-area Smooth Jazz music channels on www.chitownsmoothjazz.com.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 BRUCE HORNSBY accordion/pianist/singer born Bruce Randall Hornsby in Williamsburg, VA on November 23rd. •1960 PATSY CLINE records I Fall To Pieces at the Bradley Film & Recording Studio in Nashville, TN on November 16th. •1972 CHRIS AADLER drummer with Metal band Lamb of God born on November 23rd. •1980 JOHNNY LEE's single Lookin' for Love strikes Gold on November 18th. •1999 HERB ABRAMSON producer/songwriter/co-founder of Atlantic records dies at 82 on November 9th. •2002 JAMIE O'NEAL's USO tour of American military bases in the Mediterranean Sea on November 18th.

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KEITH FARR (Lodi Lake, CA) For years I have been trying to get in contact with Jerry Litteral...only finding that he used the last name as "Houston". When I saw the Oregon obituary which gave his full name and location (Irvine). I was shocked! If this man is the same person, we started together in 1957-8 In Ontario, Oregon and Payette Idaho. Since those beginnings we lost contact. Mainly because I didn't know where he was located. If possible: Please can you send me a photo or connect me with his wife or family? Greatly appreciated. I believe that it's Jerry. We are the same age as well. Respectfully, Keith B. Farr (ret.) Broadcast Productions; Documentaries ~ Film; Northern California; Bay Area Broadcasters KRE Museum keithbfarr@earthlink.net

JOYCE WEBSTER (J.C.) (Mena, AR) Jim. My brother was a young man when he passed away...only 53 of a sudden heart attack. He had been battling a problem with the prostate and then the bladder for years. It was a nightmare for him, and he had to cath himself all the time. He developed so many health issues and had to keep working because he was turned down for S.S.D. Received notice he had been approved two weeks after his death. He had worked at Dallas Power & Light for 20 years before leaving there due to his health issues, and had contributed the entire time to his retirement. He couldn't draw it until he was 55...so his ex-wife who was a horrible person...truly, drew all the benefits from all his years of work and saving. Very sad. However, my brother is in a better place and not worried about it at all. He had really suffered enough! He had a GREAT voice, and sang with a Southern Gospel quartet for a few years. He could sing anything, of course. I'm from a family of singers...but, my brother was by far better than me or my sister!!! Well...I have a thousand things I need to be doing so best get back to it! Take care, my friend. JC

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) VICTOR HUGO (1802-1885) Forty is the old age of youth; fifty the youth of old age. I turn 40 on November 22nd! Now I feel better! Give Lacy a Grizzly hug from all of us at www.WGGRN.com Chad Everson Please enjoy Theodore Media LLC: three legged Grizzly Groundswell Stool! Blog Networks: www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com Radio Networks: www.WGGRN.com Magazine: www.TemerityMagazine.com / http://grizzlytemerity.com for Domain and Hosting sales http://cafepress.com/WGGRN for all our merchandise Our Email Mailing list can be found and subscribed to here on this page: http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com Thank you! Chad T. Everson

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ED CHANDLER (Houston-Katy, TX) So sad to hear of the passing of Dean Hallam tonight. He was a real radio junkie. Not many like him left today. RIP my friend. Yesterday at 11:22pm.

JAY NOBLE (Dallas-Flower Mound, TX) Dene Hallam passed away last night at 10:28. His friendship, personality and programming genius will be missed by all. His untimely passing will truly be missed by all of us in The Moby in the Morning radio family. Rest in peace my friend.

MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) Hi Jim! First, sorry to have missed your birthday, but hoping you'll accept a "belated" happy birthday wish! Second, sorry as well that we never made contact at the Texas Radio Hall of Fame a couple of weeks back. I guess I was too busy taking photos for their website. Next, I saw someone's reference here to the movie "Pirate Radio"--For anyone who's interested in the Pirate Radio concept in general, visit www.thehificlub.net/affiliates.html and load up last week's "Hi-Fi Club" radio show (11/15/09,) where I interviewed real-life former pirate radio jock Johnny Drake! Find out the REAL story. (www.knus99.com/)

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JAY WEAVER (D/FW-Hurst, TX) Jim, I kept telling myself to write you a "Happy Birthday" note and I kept telling myself, "I'll do that tomorrow!" Dang - I missed it!! So, please accept a "Happy Birthday" wish even though it is late! Hope you had a good one and will have many, many more! I enjoy "Jim Rose Remembers Radio" very much. They are great! Thank you!

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#741) November 20, 2009 [Friday] Happy Belated B-Day. Didja get all the candles blown out?? Have the pooch give ya a kiss. DrB

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) From Maudie and Jerry www.jacquielawson.com/viewcard.asp?code=HY27482779

TRIVIA ANSWER: In 1959, Hank Ballard writes The Twist and records it with his group The Midnighters.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Forgot also to mention that singer, bandleader, Ray Benson (Asleep at the Wheel) has opened "Ray Benson's RoadHouse" at Austin's Bergstrom international Airport. It's behind security-check-in near Gate 12. Don't know if others planned. Stay tuned! BOB

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Jim...It brings a smile to my face to see your sign off as "Jim & Lacy". I am truly happy for you. And, even though I don't mention this near enough...Thank you very, very much for "JRRR". I hope all is well since your surgery. Keep us updated. Mike

BOB HOPE (May 29, 1903-July 27, 2003) I have performed for 12 presidents and entertained only six.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 20, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #741

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ALAMO CITY TV ANCHOR RETIRES According to the San Antonio Business Journal, CBS affiliate KENS TV CH5 names Jeff Vaughn to replace Chris Marrou who retires on January 4, 2010 from his evening news anchor chair. Bob McGann, KENS TV President/General Manager, says I am delighted that Jeff will be joining us at KENS Television. He has the solid experience required for such a prominent role on our news team and will continue the legacy of journalistic excellence that Chris has maintained for more than three decades.

HIP HOPS OUT OF AUSTIN After two and a half years KFMK FM (Jammin' 105.9) in Austin, TX drops Rhythmic AC and flips to Hip-Hop as 105.9 The Beat to go up against crosstown Emmis KDHT FM (Hot 93.3). Pamela McKay, KFMK FM Market Manager reflects, As the makeup of Austin's population grows in diversity, we know this mass appeal format will super-serve our growing community as well as the needs of the advertisers. In the Arbitron Summer Report KDHT FM ranks number nine 12+ with a 3.9 share. Next thing that happens is KDHT FM fires its entire Hot 93.3 programming and air flight crew, tosses its Hip-Hop music and skims along without DJs. Its new yet unknown format arrives on Friday, November 20, 2009.

CHARITY LOOKS UP Salem Radio Network hosts Bill Bennett, Mike Gallagher, Janet Parshall, Dennis Prager, Michael Medved and Hugh Hewitt host a week-long Thanksgiving campaign to raise funds for Feed The Children charity with its base in the Oklahoma City. Due to the economy, Tom Tradup, SRN VP/News and Talk Programming, fears this year’s drive might not measure up to 2008's tally. Tom brags, Instead we are doing double, even triple, the donations generated last year. As of this morning we’ve raised over $65,000 in just two days. That’s enough for Feed The Children to distribute food that will feed 12,900 families-of-four for an entire week. Critics will always take shots at Talk radio, but once again this is proof of the one-on-one bond that SRN Talk hosts have with their audience and the inherent generosity of the American people.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous musician sings back up vocals on Firefall's 1977 hit Just Remember I Love You? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TODD JERRFIES & JOHN PRYOR morning hosts on Emmis O&O News/Talk KLBJ-590 Austin, TX receive suspensions in July 2009 because they utter the word wetback during a discussion on immigration, return to the airwaves on December 7th. •NIKKI ROBERTS exits mornings on Country KBQI FM (107.9) Albuquerque, NM to replace Trina Neeley in middays on Hot AC WMEE FM (97.3) in Ft. Wayne, IN. •OWEN MURPHY APD at Bonneville Sports/Talk KIRO-710 Seattle, WA moves on up to Program Director. •KAISER morning host on Modern Rock WMRQ FM (104.1) Hartford-Waterbury, CT tacks on Music Coordinator duties.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 JAMES 'Jimmy' BROWN drummer for British Reggae band UB40 born on November 20th. •1969 CONWAY TWITTY records Hello Darlin' on November 18th in an afternoon session at Bradley's Barn in Mt. Juliet, TN. •1971 KENICHI ITO guitarist-producer born in Saitama, Japan on November 20th. •1980 DOLLY PARTON & JOHN SCHNEIDER are guests on the debut of NBC-TV's Barbara Mandrell And The Mandrell Sisters on November 18th. •2005 KENNY CHESNEY's singles I Go Back & There Goes My Life strike Gold on November 18th. •1992 ISHIMURA MAIHA Japanese Pop singer born on November 20th.

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ALAN SHAPIRO (Thousand Oaks-Westlake Village, CA) Happy Birthday Jim, have a great week!!!!

JOANIE GREEN GALLO (Tulsa, OK) Happy Birthday and many happy returns, Jim!

JIM [Catfish] PREWITT (Sacramento, CA) Subject: YOU! Happy Birfday Jimmy! Catfish Jim Prewitt; (www.JimPrewitt.com) / (www.Facebook.com/CatfishJimPrewitt) / (www.Twitter.com/Catfishonline) / (www.MySpace.com/Catfishonline) AOL Instant Messenger: Netcatfish

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CHUCK JOSEPH (Houston TX) Jim, New email address! Sign me up! Chuck Joseph, Houston Texas Here is my new email address to send the jim rose remembers radio to!! hankie707707@gmail.com It was good to see you at the hall of fame party! Kiss that dog and put a picture of you and her on Facebook!!

KMCV FM Wish we can go back to KMCV FM days when Chuck Joseph, John Jaksha and I are DJs there. Radio-TV evangelist Jimmy Swaggart owns Traditional Gospel KMCV FM with studios off I-45 way up north of Houston, TX. Even with big Sam, his green suits, ties, socks and spy master daughter we still manage a few laughs. One afternoon I play an up tempo Gospel Rocker by Elvis Presley on the air. Sam's daughter, who is our receptionist and resident spy, calls daddy Sam and hands me the phone line to Glory Land. Big bad Sam chews me out because I play that Rock'n'Roll record. One night after I get off the air, the night DJ says that he has Mike Murdoch on the phone who demands that the DJ play a cut from one of his albums. He tells the DJ that Jimmy Swaggart is a very good friend of his and that he might ask Rev. Jimmy to fire him if he doesn't play one of his tunes. Murdoch's albums are amongst the ones that I hide from the control room rack and place his masterpiece works of art with the others in a safe place. Tell the DJ to ignore the TV preacher. We sure do have lots of fun before Clinton's Telcom law of 1996 brings in bankers as owners and programmers of America's radio stations.

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Chuck Joseph! What a great guy...never seemed to have a bad day, great sense of humor...always had great railroad stories! I'd love to see him again. I might make the next HRR...only problem with May is birthdays. Mine, my wife's and my oldest son. That's usually a travel month for us! I'd love to get together with all you guys and catch up!

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HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Jim, Happy birthday and many more, Harold

MARTHA JOE THRASHER (Dallas-Farmers Branch, TX) HAPPY BIRTHDAY from me as well!

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) While I still have time...Happy Birthday, Jim! Give Lacy a pat on the head from me. Mike

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Jim...I hope you have a very Happy Birthday and many, many more!!!

MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Just turned on Facebook and realized I still have 2 and 1/2 hours to wish you Happy Birthday on your birthday. I'm sure Lacy has kissed you a few times.

T.J. CALLAHAN (Houston, TX) Happy Birthday!!!! And many more!

DON TIFFIN (Dallas-The Colony, TX) Happy Birthday Jim!!

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, November 21st. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: Timothy B. Schmit, Eagles' bass player, is a back up singer on Firefall's 1977 hit Just Remember I Love You.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Rats! Here I am a day or so late wishing you a Happy B'Day...well, belated, but no less sincere, Jimbo. My son, a NYC percussionist, Michael, shares November 16 as a day-of-his-birth with you, I simply can't believe that my middle child is 35 years old...anyhow, PeaceLoveDoveBeadsBellsCrashPads&HariKrishna to ya, Jim; both you and the sharing service you offer to all of us more-seasoned radio/TV heads is wonderfully reflective, greatly appreciated and obviously a labor of love and elbow grease for you. Again, Happy B'Day and for the benefit of all your fans, many, many more, my friend. Dan McCurdy: KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; 2004 Inductee in The Texas Radio Hall of Fame; retired Ad/PR exec. for Fortune 500 company; freelance writer

G. GORDON LIDDY (November 30, 1930-p) A liberal is someone who feels a great debt to his fellow man, a debt he proposes to pay off with your money.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 18, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #740

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NOT THE END OF AN ERA YET Vin Scully, National Radio Hall of Fame Los Angeles Dodgers announcer, tells the Associated Press on November 10, 2009 that he calls yet another season of games for the Dodgers in 2010. Scully turns 82 in November 2009. After the 2010 season Vin says he decides if it’s time for him to hang up his headphones for the last time. Vin has an incredible six-decade run with one team that rivals all of his peers in sports broadcasting. Vin Scully tells the crowd at the Hollywood Radio & Television Society luncheon that he's trying to figure out if I can walk away. I’ll do it next year and then we’ll just have to wait and see.

DOES HE OR DOES HE NOT? Awhile back we report in JRRR that Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler decides to quit the band and go solo. But looks like he has a change of heart because Steven joins lead guitarist Joe Perry on stage on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 and says I just want New York to know I am not leaving Aerosmith. JRRR wonders if Tyler suffers from a bit of jet lag. If you remember, Perry finds out about Steven's alleged departure online. Joe remarks, What about fans? The people that also love him and put him where he is. After 40 years? And I gotta read it on line? Read online ST left band to do "brand Tyler"? That's all I know but like I've said hasn't called me in months. A bit cold, forget us 4 guys. Aerosmith has more twists and turns than a TV soap opera. Stay tuned to this bat channel.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Elvis Presley only records twenty Christmas songs. How many copies does he sell? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Calvin Pollard celebrates his birthday on Tuesday, November 17th. •CURTIS VANCE receives a sentence of life in prison without parole for the brutal murder of news anchor Anne Pressly KATV TV ABC affiliate in Little Rock, AR. •CAROL KNOPES RTDNF Director/Education Projects wins the Friends of Scholastic Journalism Award from the Journalism Education Association. •EMMA WATTS signs up as president of production at 20th Century Fox for the next three years. •CBS TV opens a new office in Munich, Germany with former head of TV at Bavaria Media Television, Oliver Kreuter, as its managing director.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 GRAHAM PARKER singer/songwriter with British Rock band Rumour born in London, England on November 18th. •1969 MERLE HAGGARD's Okie From Muskogee lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on November 15th. •1972 MATT KNIGHT bassist with British Alternative Rock band Toploader born in Portsmouth on November 18th. •1980 ANNE MURRAY's Could I Have This Dance rises to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on November 15th. •1995 DON CHERRY Jazz cornet maestro dies at 58 in Málaga, Spain on October 19th of liver failure. •2005 SARA EVANS' album Real Fine Place goes Gold on November 17th.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Subject: Your birthday. Has it been another year already?!? My grandmother used to tell me the years go by faster and faster as you get older, but she didn't say they would fly. They certainly do these days. Have a happy one. You graduated one year before I graduated in the Dallas area. Great years for fans of KLIF, KBOX, and other popular stations, weren't they? JC

SUSAN SATHRE GONGOS (Tampa Bay, FL) Happy Birthday Jim. You and Lady Lacy have a great day.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) Happy Birthday To YOU! Happy Birthday To YOU, Happy Birthday Jim Rose! Happy Birthday To YOU! Our best to Lacy...Paz

WALTRAUD HOFMEISTER (Germany) hi jim, I greet you. I hope you have a happy birthday!

HENRY PIARROT (Sevierville-Kodak, TN) Happy birthday, Jim. Peace, HP (www.marriott.com/tyskd)

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MEL PENNINGTON is sports director on KVUE TV in Austin, TX in the mid 1960s during my time as PD/MD/DJ on KHFI FM from 1966-67. Great guy with a marvelous sense of humor. Mel is a wonderful fella who also takes on the role of radio manager of KHFI FM and KHFI-970 after another great guy, Cal Druxman, leaves. We have lots of fun when radio is real. Wonder if Jay Pennington is any relation to Mel?

JAY PENNINGTON (San Antonio-Boerne, TX) No, I wish I could say I was. He sounded like he was a great guy. Maybe back a number of generations we might be related. I heard a story once that the US Penningtons originated from 3 brothers who were the jester/comedians to the royal family - they went too far one day in their jokes and were banished to the colonies. (www.penningtontechnicalarts.com/KEXL)

CHUCK JOSEPH (Houston, TX) Dear Jim, Have a great birthday...and many more! Chuck

BING SCHERZER (Dallas-Seagoville, TX) Dear Jim, I am a 1952 graduate of Forest Avenue High School. I have written to you before. First of all, please add me to your list of receivers of your News Letter. Second, It is my responsibility to post pictures for Birthdays and Anniversaries on our Memories of South Dallas Family Page. I do not have a picture of you. Would you please send me a picture that I can post of you? By the way, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TODAY! If you don't have a password to get on the page, let me know, and I will send you a re-invite, because you miss so much by not visiting the page. Please let me here from you! Bing Scherzer '52

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ED BRANDON (Houston, TX) Just saw PIRATE RADIO. I found it to be the best representation of "radio culture" from the 1960s since, and maybe including, WKRP IN CINCINNATI. If you ever picked up a pay check from a Top 40 station, you must see it. Tell me if you agree.

JAY NOBLE (Dallas-Flower Mound, TX) Happy Birthday!

CASEY JAMES (Houston, TX) Happy B day to the timeless Jim Rose!

DAVE E. CROCKETT (Houston, TX) Happy birthday Jim! Have a terrific week my friend! Dave E. Crockett; Audio Producer-Voice Talent; Bill Young Productions

CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) Good morning, Jim!! Hope you have a wonderful birthday and wonderful days to come! Give her (Lacy) a big hug for me!

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Happy Birthday Jim! May it be a great one for you!

CHUCK DUNAWAY (Houston, TX) Dear Jim, Have a great birthday...and many more! Chuck

JESSE C. SMITH JR. (Houston-Tomball-TX) Happy bday Jim...mine was the 11th.

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Hey Jim, Hope this one's filled with cake, loose women and good times! Happy Birthday! 66...a great age...I remember it well!

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) I hope you enjoy your best year ever. Happy Birthday! Make it a better than good day. Jennifer and I are thinking of you on your special one. Blake A. Lindsay; President; Blazin' Blake Productions

DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Hi Jim, Just wanted to wish you and yours a very happy birthday and a much healthier year ahead! Dean

TRIVIA ANSWER: Elvis Presley only records twenty Christmas songs but his Christmas albums sell more than twenty-five million copies in the U.S. alone.

ROBERT REYES [Bobby] (San Antonio, TX) Jim...many, I mean MANY Happy Birthday greetings to you! ...with all you've been through in life we just have to keep the faith and be thankful to the LORD for keeping us going in this world! ...go out and romp with your new friend Lacy at a park somewhere and enjoy life! ...continue your wonderful efforts to keep JRRR on the ol computers around the country and hopefully the world! ...have yourself a goodun' Jim and take care!! Bobby Reyes

LACY and her daddy say Thank You! To quote two great philosophers...Ernest Tubb: Thanks. Thanks a lot...Elvis Presley: Thank you. Thank you very much.

CHARLES M. SCHULZ (November 26, 1922-February 12, 2000) Happiness is a warm puppy.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 16, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #739

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NEW SPORTS VOICE ON KILT On Monday, November 16, 2009 Josh Innes joins the Vandermeer and Lopez morning show on CBS Radio O&O Sports KILT-610 Houston, TX. Josh adds sports features to the morning show. He also hosts a daily sports listener call-in show from 10-11am. Innes comes to KILT from News/Talk WJBO-1150 Baton Rouge, LA where he is Sports Director. Josh also has a talk show on Sports/Talk sister station WSKR-1210 in Denham Springs, LA. Denham Springs is the home of our buddy Tom Aswell who is a legendary radio personality/book writer and occasional JRRR contributor.

EMPLOYMENT LOOKS UP RBR-TVBR reports that the Conference Board says the new Employment Trends Index for October 2009 takes a September turnaround that turns it into a modest two-month upward trend, although this is still way below its October 2008 position. Employment improvements are not exactly right around the corner but at least it appears to point toward the better. We can only continue to pray for the complete pivot of America's employment picture.

WHITE HOUSE FOX CHASER IS DONE Anita Dunn, White House Communications Director, who is one of the main ones behind hostilities between Obama's White House and Fox News Channel exits at the end of November 2009. Dunn's expertise is in campaign issues. She says that she never intends to remain at the communications post but she takes it on a temporary basis when Ellen Moran moves to another spot inside the Obama administration. Dan Pfeiffer, Anita's second in command, moves into his new role as White House Communications Director.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Pop duo Paul and Paula's Hey Paula is #1 on Billboard for three weeks in the first of 1963. What are their real names? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY 66TH BIRTHDAY for Jim Rose on Monday, November 16th. Calvin Pollard has a happy birthday on Tuesday, November 17th. •ANTHONY GARGANO midday personality on SportsRadio WIP-610 & his wife, Tamara, become 1st-time parents to baby boy Anthony on November 11, 2009 at Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. •STEVE KROFT CBS 60 Minutes correspondent receives the RTDNA 2009 Paul White Award at the RTDNA convention in Las Vegas, NV. •PAUL & YOUNG RON SHOW celebrate 20 years as the kings of South Florida radio on Classic Rock WBGG FM (105.9) Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 HANK WILLIAMS' 1st national TV appearance is on CBS-TV's The Perry Como Show on November 14th as he sings Hey, Good Lookin'. •1966 KATE CEBERANO Australian Pop vocalist born at the St George's Hospital in Melbourne on November 17th. •1978 KENNY ROGERS' album The Gambler releases on United Artists records on November 14th. •1983 'K' South Korean Pop singer born Kang Yoon-sung on November 16th. •1990 JOE DIFFIE's 1st #1 Country single is Home on November 10th. •2009 DON LANE (Morton Donald Isaacson) US-born Australian TV talk show host/singer dies at 75 on October 22nd.

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SUSAN SATHRE-GONGOS (Tampa Bay, FL) Hi Jim, Thanks for the compliment! I have a global anti-aging distribution business and I am a product of the products! They work to keep me looking and feeling younger all the time. No, I don't know who sang Gee Whiz. I think it was a slow song, though. Am I right?

CARLA THOMAS has the slow dance R&B tune Gee Whiz. It hits the Billboard chart when we are seniors at Kimball high school in Dallas, TX in October 1961.

JIM AND JO TRAVIS (Hot Springs, AR) FYI: Former Austin mayor Roy Butler has passed away. He died Friday at the age of 83. He suffered a fall last week, and died of complications from that fall. He owned KVET/KASE up until 1998 when he sold it to Capstar. Christmas bonuses were always generous. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

ROY BUTLER owns a new car dealership in Austin, TX plus he holds the keys to the KVET-1300 building when I'm a DJ there in 1973. Great radio station.

JOHN SUMMERS (Los Angeles, California) Hi Jim, Wife Dana & I love your column! We're longtime broadcasters going on 40-years. I've done it all on-the-air, as well as built, owned & operated stations, very successfully. I also had a stint in DFW at 1190-KLIF & 1120-KCLE. Wondering if you could put a mention in that we're looking to buy a 'mom & pop' operation...AM, FM, AM/FM combo...in the Lone Star, as we'd love to live there again, escaping the SoCal insanity of my home state. We'd even take a down & out situation, as we're turnaround specialists. We're huge dog lovers & had two Akitas during the 90's! They're practically human...what a wonderful & distinctive breed. My contact info's below if anyone wants to respond. Thanx Jim. Keep up the good work. John Summers; Los Angeles, California jsummers93khj@hotmail.com

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Hi Jim, As I've said before - if I were there I'd take out for a juicy steak dinner. I'm not there so you're on your own. Keep smiling. The only thing better than sending you this card would be giving it to you in person. Have a wonderful birthday. Tom

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TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Subject: Big Bill Lister Needs Cards and Letters! Country Music Association of Texas Hall of Famer Big Bill Lister is now situated at Life Care Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. He is still in ICU and remains hooked up to the ventilator. He is awake and responsive though several times they have had to give him some anxiety meds to help calm him down and those usually end up putting him to sleep. It is still a very long road ahead for him. He seems to be very responsive when he is read a card or letter that someone sends to him. Although, he can not communicate, the cards and letters seem to be making a difference for him. I know that he would love to hear from you and any one else that might remember and care about him. Country Music and his friends in that industry are so very important to him. The address is: Big Bill Lister; Life Care Hospital of San Antonio; 8902 Floyd Curl; San Antonio, Texas 78240. Please pass this along to anyone that might want to send him a note. Thanks!! Tracy Pitcox (www.heartoftexascountry.com)

MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Jim, Big news: Lou Dobbs resigned from CNN last night. Go here: www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/11/11/national/main5620224.shtml

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) <<BILL CLINTON (1946-p) You can put wings on a pig, but you don't make it an eagle.>> Man, ole Slick Willy sure had a way of mixing metaphors, huh? Like, "Grab a bull by the nose, 'cause they're a dime a dozen." And this bozo was a Rhodes Scholar? Sheesh! Dan McCurdy | Sherman, Texas

TRIVIA ANSWER: In 1962 a good friend of mine in Ft. Worth, TX Major Bill Smith produces and records Jill Jackson and Ray Hildebrand's ballad Hey Paula on his Le Cam records as Jill and Ray. The record is a hot seller. This catches the attention of another TX friend of mine the recently late Shelby Singleton who quickly renames them Paul & Paula and releases the tune on the Mercury subsidiary label Phillips. Hey Paula remains #1 on Billboard for three weeks and sells over a half million copies. A couple of Major Bill's other hit recordings include Hey Baby (1961) with Bruce Chanel and Last Kiss (1964) by J. Frank Wilson. Another bit of trivia is that Rock singer Delbert McClinton from Lubbock, TX (Giving it Up For Your Love #8-1981) plays harmonica on Hey Baby.

DON TIFFIN (Dallas-The Colony, TX) Happy Birthday Jim!!

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey City, TX) Jim - Thinking of you on your special day 16 November = 66! We send best wishes for a very happy birthday! Bob, Barb & Sonny Lee

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake,TX) By golly Jimbo, I reckon you're going to make it another year. I found out my last birthday is still depressing as it has a zero on the end of it. Be glad when this year is over to get rid of it. Something about those zeros that don't feel right. I know you will be happy this birthday with your new partner (Lacy). And I pray the coming year will be better health for you. God Bless you and happy, happy birthday.

DOUBLE NICKELS comes and goes OK. But things are a lot different now. What's the term for double six's?

VICTOR HUGO (1802-1885) Forty is the old age of youth; fifty the youth of old age.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

November 13, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #738

FRIDAY THE 13TH IS HERE!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

AEROSMITH NEEDS NEW SINGER After 40 years as the front man for Rock band Aerosmith, Steven Tyler decides to depart and make a go of it as a solo artist. Joe Perry, Aerosmith guitarist, mentions in Twitter: Aerosmith is definitely not breaking up. Aerosmith is positively looking for a new singer to work with. You just can’t take 40 years of experience and throw it in the bin. Steven Tyler shocks his fans when he announces through the press but not through Aerosmith that he quits the group that he fronts for four decades. On their last tour, stories come to the surface that Tyler distances himself from other members of Aerosmith. So, after 40 years, Steven Tyler finally releases his first ever solo album. As he proclaims last weekend, from now on he puts his focus on Brand Tyler.

TRHOF 2009 This year the Texas Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and dinner are at the historic Tin Hall in Houston, TX on Sunday, November 8, 2009. Meet and greet so many of my old time radio compadres that there just is not enough room here to list them all. Some of them receive their 2009 induction certificates. Publisher of Texas Hot Country magazine Leon Beck snaps photos. Run across many others, too. Seated at my table are Houston radio legends Marty Ambrose and wife, Mike Cannon and wife, J.R. Kennedy, plus east coast radio legend Bob Grant (Robert Hanger). Paul Williams does not make it to the event.

TRIVIA QUESTION: As a youngster who gives guitar lessons to Tom Petty? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Michael Berry PD and talk host at KTRH-740 Houston, TX celebrates his birthday on Tuesday, November 10th. •CURRENT MEDIA former U.S. VP Al Gore's cable TV channel plans to lay off 80 people out of its 300 workforce. •PETER DUNN head of CBS flagship WCBS TV CH2 NYC moves on up to President of the entire CBS Television Stations group. •MARTHA ZOLLER longtime talk host on WDUN-550 Gainesville, GA joins Cox Radio’s new crosstown Talk WXKT FM (103.7) Gainesville-Maysville, GA. •TESSA HALL midday DJ on Cox Top 40 WAPE FM (95.1) Jacksonville, FL adds AMD duties.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 MARY LOU METZGER singer on the Lawrence Welk TV Show born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 13th. •1961 HANK WILLIAMS, music publisher Fred Rose & Jimmie Rodgers are 1st inductees into the Country Music Hall Of Fame on November 3rd. •1972 KIMUTAKU Japanese singer-actress born Takuya Kimura on November 13th. •1988 ALABAMA's Song of the South releases on RCA records on November 7th. •1991 MORT SHUMAN prominent singer-pianist-songwriter dies in London on November 2nd. •2005 KENNY CHESNEY's album The Road and the Radio releases on BNA records on November 8th.

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SUSAN SATHRE-GONGOS (Tampa Bay, FL) Hi Jim, Thank you for asking about Ida and its effects on the Panhandle. Ida was pretty much a non-event here and boy are we glad about that. It did some erosion of the beaches which is to be expected but did not seem to do any property damage to speak of. I did notice a few potted plants knocked over, but that really doesn't count. Lots of needed rain and trees are more bare than before. We really dodged the bullet. How is Lacy doing? I bet you both are very happy together. Have a good Veteran's Day. Susan Gongos

TOM 'CAT' REEDER (Washington, D.C./Reston-Centreville, VA) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#737) November 11, 2009 [Wednesday] Hi Jim...I love your e-mails. I tried to respond to yesterday's note...but, it didn't go through. My first job in radio in 1955, I worked for Cy Blumenthal at WARL in Arlington, VA. In 1958 hr bought WABB in Mobile, ALA. and I went there in 1958 and worked there until 1960. Then I went to WKCW (Big 'K') in Warrenton, VA. As they say the rest is history. I'm now at WAMU (American University) in Washington, D.C. Thanks friend, Tom 'Cat' Reeder

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Hey how are you doing? I hope all is well with you! Catheters are no fun at all! Well, we are going to do it! Look for our 24/7 online radio station coming November! Keep us in your prayers! Yours are in ours as well! Hey I posted on our blog networks today your gracious gift of including us in your newsletter. I appreciate it. It is humbling. Now I hope we can make something out of this new strategy! Have a blessed night! Chad Everson Please enjoy Theodore Media LLC: three legged Grizzly Groundswell Stool! Blog Networks: www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com Radio Networks: www.WGGRN.com Magazine: www.TemerityMagazine.com / http://grizzlytemerity.com for Domain and Hosting sales http://cafepress.com/WGGRN for all our merchandise Our Email Mailing list can be found and subscribed to here on this page: http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com Thank you! Chad T. Everson

LEE ANDERSON (McAlester, OK) Jim, Some more history on KKYX for Bob Grant. Sometime in the Late 50's the Houston Colt 45 Baseball owners bought KKYX to promote the Major league baseball team in SA. That is where the KBAT call originated. Didn't work they tried several formats later switched to country, some of the DJ's were Bill Mack, Charlie Walker, most of them country artists or writers. I was the first weekend part timer on KBER when it went on the early 60's. KBER popularity caused KBAT to change formats I think to a big band and I think that is when it became carousel radio. which featured the carousel shaped control radio; Swanson Broadcasting might have owned it by that time. A good friend of mine, Ed Montray was the manager. Enjoy the news letter. Lee Anderson, Part owner and General Manager of KNED, KMCO, KTMC AM & FM in McAlester, Oklahoma.

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MIKE SHANNON (DFW-Mesquite, TX) ALERT! Newest TRHoF inductee Tom Merriman dead at 85! Died this morning on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. No other details as of yet. (www.knus99.com/)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Thanks for this follow-up to TRHF event on Sunday. Your un-sung efforts helped make this an even more memorable event for all of us. I salute you! Looking forward to seeing you honored next year. BOB

LEON BECK (Houston-Pearland, TX) Jim, It was really great to finally meet you (TRHoF). I just want to say again how much I enjoy your column and how much I appreciate what you do. I really had a great time at the induction and met a lot of people that I know. I'll email you the photo I shot once I get my film developed. I guess I'm the only person around that uses film in a camera. Please send me John Wesley Ryles' email address. I've known John for about 30-35 years, and lost contact with him. The last time I saw John and his wife Joni was at the Country Music Festival in Nashville in '08. Have a wonderful day. Regards, Leon (www.texashotcountrymagazine.com/)

JAY PENNINGTON (San Antonio-Boerne, TX) Hey Jim, My website about the days of KEXL in the 70's in San Antonio keeps growing. I added a fun feature recently where some of the KEXL jocks this year have put together their own audio greeting and remembrances of those special KEXL days. I also have some photos, info, and sound bytes related to Ron Houston's passing. The site has been a real blessing to me to be able to make friends with those DJ's I viewed as heroes when I was a teen and also get emails from people who have said they got to relive those days by seeing the photos of T-shirts, personalities, posters on my website. You can get there by Google putting in "remembering KEXL" or clicking to www.penningtontechnicalarts.com/KEXL The site keeps growing as folks send me images, stories, and audio files. btw, hope you and your new pup bond and have many great years together!

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SONNY MELENDREZ (San Antonio, TX) Jim: This will warm your heart. www.sonnyradio.com/dogrescue.html

TRIVIA ANSWER: When they are both youngsters, future Eagles member Don Felder gives guitar lessons to Tom Petty of the Heartbreakers.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jimbo...Dano, your helpful 'typo elf' here; you write <<NY Giants verses the Dallas Cowboys game >> ...the correct word is 'versus,' Medieval Latin for 'against.' No charge, this time <bg>...but NEXT TIME, buddy, my standard rates apply...buuut, of course, for friends (and you are one) my unsolicited observations are totally, completely FREE (after you send me a pic of you and Lady Lacy). Your buddy...Dan McCurdy

MEISTER ECKHARDT (1260–1328) If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO Issue # 737

WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

November 11, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #737

HAPPY VETERANS' DAY!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER DIES A journalist who earns his fame as one of Washington, D.C.'s best-connected and best-known reporters dies on Tuesday, October 22, 2009. Jack Nelson's investigative coverage of the civil rights movement and Watergate helps to solidify the Los Angeles Times' reputation. Jack dies of pancreatic cancer at 80. For 20 years from 1975 to 1995 Jack Nelson is a dominant player in our nation’s capital as the bureau chief of the Los Angeles Times. In the early days, bureau chiefs often have dozens of reporters under their direct command. Newsweek reporter, Howard Fineman, remembers It was somebody who knew everybody and everything that moved. And who, with the backing of a big bureau, could really turn on a big story when necessary; somebody who was not only a good reporter and could get around town, but had some reporting horsepower - they could get a dozen people dialing phones in the era before Google.

F-BOMB DROPS ON SUNDAY It happens again on TV. This time at the end of the Villanova-Richmond football game on Saturday, November 7, 2009. According to reports, at the end of the close game, someone yells, Come on, let’s end this f-ing game already. These words go out over the air for God and everyone to hear. Comcast SportsNet quickly apologizes for the curse word that goes out over their airwaves: During Comcast SportsNet’s coverage of the Richmond-Villanova college football game on Saturday, our audio signal inadvertently picked up an off-color remark. We apologize to our viewers and the teams and will take appropriate disciplinary action to ensure this does not reoccur.

SUNDAY NIGHT GAME OF THE YEAR NBC TV's Sunday night telecast of the Dallas Cowboys-Philadelphia Eagles NFL game on November 8, 2009 earns a 14 rating 21 share for the 2nd highest in the national ratings. Dallas, TX and Philadelphia, PA are the highest rated markets with a 37 rating/56 share and 31 rating/45 share respectively. The #1 rated Sunday Night Football game of the year is the NY Giants versus the Dallas Cowboys game with a 17 rating/27 share. Each national rating point stands for a million households.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the least successful contestant on American Idol? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Jesse C Smith Jr on Wednesday, November 11th and Casey James on Thursday, November 12th. •DAVID FIELD Entercom CEO predicts that the recession is in its final days and the broadcast industry will see double-digit growth in 2010. •CBS RADIO adds four of its most recognizable & listened to stations to HD Radio receivers: WBZ-1030 Boston, MA, WFAN-660 NYC, KROQ FM (106.7) Los Angeles-Pasadena, CA, and KSCF FM (103.7) San Diego, CA in markets outside their broadcast area. •JACKIE HAYS longtime news anchor on Raycom Media NBC affiliate WAVE TV CH3 Louisville, KY announces that she retires after almost 22 years effective at the end of 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 JIM PETRRIK guitarist/keyboards/singer with Ides Of March & Survivor born on November 11th in Berwyn, IL. •1962 ROY ACUFF is the first living member to join the Country Music Hall of Fame on November 9th. •1976 MIKE LEON GROSCH German singer born in Wuppertal on November 11th. •1980 WILLIE NELSON's On The Road Again rises to #1 on Billboard's Country singles chart on November 8th. •2001 GARTH BROOKS' video Wrapped Up In You premieres on CMT Most Wanted Live on November 9th. •1990 TOM FOGERTY guitarist/singer with Creedence Clearwater Revival dies at 48 on September 6th.

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FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Jim, My news (KKIM-1000 & KKIM FM 94.7) is all pre-recorded and mine run at 5am (5 min), 6:59am (1 min), 8am (4 min), 10am (5 min), 11:30am, (3 min) 12:30pm (3 min) and 8 pm (5 min). That's the only times my news runs. They run a live local talk show at 4:30pm, but I don't do anything in it... Blessings, Frank

JOHN WESLEY RYLES (Nashville, TN) Hey Jim, thanks for the warning about the mic. Thanks for the kind words. I'll get back to you when I have time with some stories. Have a good night, pal. P.S. Please let me know if my mic is still on...JW

JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Hope everything goes well with the doctor's appointment. I know it has to be rough to go to so many appointments. Like you said, thank goodness many of the nurses are cute... wouldn't it be nice to take them home with you! You have gone through a lot. I can relate in a way... my wife sees doctors on a weekly basis. Stay well, my friend. Jonathan

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Subject: INTERNET WARNING: If you get an email titled "Nude photo of Nancy Pelosi" don't open it! It contains a nude photo of Nancy Pelosi.

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Dear Jim, How can I thank you enough for your help and support for wggrn.com I think it’s so important for us to get our message out there – this country is probably at the most polarizing point in history. We are doing our bit – through humor. We have a great show and everyone who discovers us out there becomes a fan. Hey! Did you ever hear of a radio guy in the 50’s and 60’s named James D. Hill. He heard my show and wanted to buy space after me but it’s locked it. Enough about me – How’s your baby? A friend of mine once said that when a new baby comes home – that’s when all h*** breaks loose! (metaphorically speaking) Now I’m determined to get you on our network…many opportunities outside of just the shows. You’re the best and I’ll never stop nagging you. Thanks again and much much love to you and Lacy

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) How is Lacy doing? Is she trying to escape? Has she settled in? How are you feeling now? Joyce

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: ...other members (Silhouettes), tenor Richard Lewis D. 4/26/2005 & Earl Beal, baritone, D 3/22/2001 @ 76. Bootsie replaced former lead Horton in 1961. When group started singing blues, they changed from Gospel Tornados to "Thunderbirds" & in 1957 Philadelphia DJ Kae Williams of WDAS became their Mgr. (He died 12/87) In "Get A Job" a long, long line in song became inspiration for name of the group "Sha Na Na" today. DJ Kae operated the "Junior" label, but sold tape to Al Silver of Ember Records in NY, after song began to really sell, winding up as #1 on national charts. Bootsie didn't sing on that hit, but after Horton left, he took over as lead-singer & was a member for many years. In fall of 1980, the group performed on a big rock-reunion show in NYC. Thus, he was only survivor of the group! (Last of original four was Beal.) ...as their national chart days both began & ended in 1958. It was Beal who suggested the new name "Silhouettes" & Lewis suggested idea for the song he brought from army-days when he joined the group. It's reported that Howard Biggs came up with all those catchy lyric lines in the hit song. BOB

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KAREN JOHNSTON (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, I hope you and your new dog are getting along well and you're enjoying her. KJ

DON TIFFIN (Dallas-The Colony, TX) Subject: Donald added you as a friend on Facebook. Donald says, Hi Jim, Saw you on here...how you doing? Don

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Charles added you as a friend on Facebook. I hope this finds you in good health. Finally found someone I know on here. Charles. CQ de KC5RAI.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, November 14th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: One of the least successful contestants on American Idol is John Peter Lewis who finishes 8th in season 3. His 2006 record album sells only about 1,000 copies.

BILL CLINTON (1946-p) You can put wings on a pig, but you don't make it an eagle.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 09, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #736

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CRB HALL OF FAME Six Country radio broadcasters join the Country Radio Broadcasters Hall Of Fame. Bill Bailey who begins his radio career in 1956 as a high school student in Temple, TX. Laurie DeYoung 24-year veteran of WPOC FM (93.1) Baltimore, MD. Rudy Fernandez begins his radio career in 1973, moves to Country radio in 1978 for a total of 31 years on KEAN in Abilene, TX. Cy Blumenthal (1913-1983) pioneer in Country radio as the first to own a chain of large market radio stations with the Country music format. Dan Halyburton 39-year veteran of radio who currently is President of new media and technology company RadioTime in Dallas, TX. Michael Hammond 36-year radio vet with Citadel Broadcasting. He currently is Citadel’s Director of Operations in Knoxville, TN.

SPORTSCASTER HIT WITH $1M ALIMONY Bridgeport Superior Court Judge Howard Owens rules that CBS sportscaster Jim Nantz, who admits to an affair with a 29-year-old woman, has to pay $1 million a year in alimony and child support to his ex-wife. Nantz tells the court of his wife's lavish spending sprees that includes a $70,000 country club membership. His divorce settlement costs him nearly $1 million a year in alimony and child support, two Connecticut homes and his wife's $70,000 country club membership. The court order also covers the college costs of his 15-year-old daughter that ends his 26-year marriage. The judge orders Jim to pay his ex-wife, Lorrie, $916,000 annually. She also keeps their six-bedroom Westport home plus a nearby condo where her mother lives. Court documents indicate that the 50 year old Nantz earns $3.2 million a year from CBS.

TRIVIA QUESTION: We remember Gospel quartet the Jordanaires who sing back up on over 360 of Elvis Presley's songs. Is that their only back up work? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY to evangelist Billy Graham who celebrates his 91st year on God's green earth on Saturday, November 7, 2009. •UNIVISION teams with MasterCard for Univision Prepaid MasterCard Card (Tarjeta Univision MasterCard Prepagada) and the Univision MasterCard Gift Card (Tarjeta de Regalo Univision). •CLEAR CHANNEL flips Modern Rock WCHH FM (Channel 104.3) Baltimore, MD to CHR (Z104.3) commercial free during its first 10,000 songs. (www.Z1043.com) •BILLY CURRINGTON joins Andrea Bocelli, Carly Simon to host the 83rd annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC on NBC TV.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 THE STANLEY BROTHERS record their Classic I'm a Man of Constant Sorrow on November 3rd in Nashville, TN. •1960 DEMETRA PLAKAS Punk Rock drummer in the all-female band L7 born on November 9th. •1978 BARBARA MANDRELL's Sleeping Single in a Double Bed is her first #1 Country single on November 4th. •1984 DELTA GOODREM Australian singer-pianist-actress born on November 9th in Sydney, New South Wales. •1995 BRYAN WHITE debuts on the Grand Ole Opry with Someone Else's Star on November 4th. •2002 RAY CONNIFF trombone-orchestra leader with the Ray Conniff Singers dies on October 12th.

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ATTILA HONEY Jim, Thanks so much. We just wrapped up another new show which airs on Sunday. This one is really out there. We introduced another character: Born again Mrs. Goldfarb who can’t see and thinks she’s on MSNBC. We do get serious however and the topic is: Is Obama the reincarnation of Narcissus? (No! he already is) I was so thrilled to get www.FrogTownSoundCards.com as a sponsor and as we go along – I think it will be a good mix because they have a great product. Anyway what can I say to you outside of thanks for your friendship and support! Jen has told me much about you – how you are a treasure house of help to others – and have seen little on your end. Well, Jim, you are a survivor and hang in there. Did I tell you that Jen grows more ornery by the day? I think when the good Lord made her, he made her out of p*** and vinegar. That’s what Uncle Sam Honey says about me! Yur fren Attila Ps: think about what I said about writing an article about radio for Temerity Magazine. I submit my blogs and the next one comes out at the end of this month. It’s every other month.

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Jim, These Archives are marvelous! http://web.archive.org/web/20050320103555/home.earthlink.net/~rosekkkj/jimroseremembers/id5.html I am still chuckling about the Amazon and Chunky! Oh, I bet there are some fun stories there! It reminds me of this song: www.garageband.com/song?|pe1|S8LTM0LdsaSiYlCyag The Radio DJ vocation really is one of a minstrel’s life. I really enjoyed that, and will have to dig in deeper to your archives! Thanks for the link! Chad Everson, Princeton, MN (www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com) / (www.WGGRN.com) / (www.TemerityMagazine.com) / (http://grizzlytemerity.com) / (http://cafepress.com/WGGRN) / (http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com) Thank you! Chad T. Everson

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DEBORAH JOHNSON [Senior VP Marketing KERA] (Dallas, TX) Subject: KERA Acquires 91.7 FM. The opportunity to purchase the station was presented to KERA in 2007 by PRC (Public Radio Capital), a national nonprofit organization that works to strengthen public radio. "Rarely do non-commercial radio licenses become available," according to Erik Langner, Director of Acquisitions at PRC. "The greater Dallas/Fort Worth/Denton area has only three full-market FM non-commercial FCC licenses: KERA 90.1 FM, 91.7 FM, and one other. The availability of 91.7 FM was an extremely rare opportunity and we immediately thought of KERA. There exists a very strong relationship between KERA and the communities it serves over the air and online. Also of significant consideration were KERA’s strong financial position and experienced senior management."

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TRIVIA ANSWER: In addition to over 360 of Elvis Presley's songs the Jordanaires also sing back-up on 30,000 other recordings.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Ran into an interesting bit of info recently...you may wish to check out or already know this: Johnnie & Jack & Tennessee Mtn. Boys had first of many chart hits (1951-62) with a #4 hit on RCA 1/51: "Poison Love." I learned the writer of that song was an Elmer Laird, auto-dealer in Houston on KLEE! (Johnnie Wright, B 5/13/14-p & married to singer Kitty Wells; Jack Anglin, 5/13/16 to 3/7/63...killed in car crash enroute to Patsy Cline's Memorial Svc in Nashville). Seems like a local bit of interest there indeed. Ironically, I was once a DJ on WLEE, Huntington, WVA & got to meet Johnnie & Jack at several shows, along with Kitty (Wells) in mid-50's. Ever heard of Brother Laird?? BOB

JOHNNIE & JACK'S Poison Love is another one of my favorite tunes. It first hits the Billboard Country chart on January 20, 1951, reaches #4 and remains on the survey for 17 weeks. But their biggest record is (Oh Baby Mine) I Get So Lonely. It lands in Billboard on April 10, 1954, zooms to #1 and remains on the survey for 18 weeks. From 1951-58 Johnnie & Jack have a total of 8 recordings that reach the Top 10. From 1954-56 they have 4 songs in the Top 15. From 1958-62 three records reach the Top 20. From 1954-62 Johnnie Wright & Jack Anglin have a grand total of 15 recordings that reach the Top 20 on Billboard's Country chart. All of their hits are on RCA except the last one which is on Decca records. Jack Anglin tragically dies in a car crash on March 7, 1963 at only 48. Johnny Wright continues on as a solo act. His biggest hit is Hello Vietnam that reaches #1 in the fall of 1965. He has 2 recordings that land in the Top 30. One at #22 and the other at #28 for a total 5 that appear in the Top 40 Country chart. All of Johnny Wright's hits are on Decca records but they drop him in 1970 and he never has another national chart record. Another interesting fact is that Johnny Wright marries Country music legend Kitty Wells. Their two children are successful recording artists, too. Bobby Wright has 21 songs that are on Billboard's Country chart. His biggest record is Here I Go Again at #13 in 1971. From 1967-79 he has 21 records on Billboard. Also, Bobby plays Willy Moss on TV's McHale's Navy. His sister Ruby Wright's biggest record is Dern Ya at #13 in 1964. It's an answer song to Roger Miller's huge #1 hit Dang Me. Ruby has 3 records that land on Billboard.

CHENG SIWEI (June 1935-p) The US spends tomorrow's money today. We Chinese spend today's money tomorrow. That's why we have this financial crisis.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

November 06, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #735

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

POPULAR ACTOR HAS CANCER The Associated Press reports that popular easy riding actor Dennis Hopper receives a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Because of this, the 73-year-old trouper cancels all of his travel plans to focus on his treatment. This really touches home because I undergo prostate procedures and treatment for the past several months. Each and every step of the way produces lots of pain and constant turmoil. Our prayers are that Hopper pulls through this ordeal with flying colors. Early in October 2009, Hopper enters a New York hospital for treatment of dehydration. Of course, we all remember him in the 1969 movie Easy Rider. Recently, Dennis receives the Commander of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in Paris, France. Hopper's manager, Sam Maydew, says that the performer undergoes treatment through a special program at the University of Southern California. Sam does not elaborate on the movie star's condition but he does issue this brief statement We're hoping for the best. Dennis just finishes a film shoot of the second season of Crash, which is a TV version of the Oscar-winning 2004 film where Hopper plays the maniacal music producer Ben Cendars. The series airs on the Starz network.

GLEN BECK UPDATE Listeners to Conservative talk host Glenn Beck's radio show on Wednesday. November 4, 2009 get a big surprise when Pat Gray steps in. Later in the day, Judge Andrew Napolitano, hosts Glenn's Fox News Channel TV show. This switch-a-roo happens because Glenn Beck has emergency surgery for appendicitis. The good Judge says that he expects Glenn to make a full recovery and be back before the mic and in front of the TV camera.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What popular 1960s British Rock group turns down an appearance on the Ed Sullivan TV show? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KDXE-1380 Simmons Media Group in North Little Rock, AR flips from ESPN Radio as it joins the Talk Radio Network to launch Big Talk...Little Rock with TRN hosts Michael Savage, Laura Ingraham, Dr. Laura, Jerry Doyle, Rusty Humphries, Phil Hendrie, plus America’s Morning News. •MIKE NOVAK head of EMF pays $140K cash for noncommercial WHMR FM (90.1) Ledbetter, KY in the Paducah market to Darrell Gibson honcho of Heartland Ministries. •CHRIS WHEELER Phillies broadcaster is the guest speaker at the Press Club of PA luncheon at noon at the Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester on Wednesday, November 18, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 CHRIS GLEN bassist with the Alex Harvey Band born on November 6th in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland. •1964 DARRYL WORLEY Country singer-songwriter (patriotic tune Have You Forgotten? 2003) born on October 31st in Savannah, TN. •1970 MATT JOHNSON drummer with Jeff Buckley band born in Houston, TX on November 6th. •1984 WILLIE NELSON's remake of Arlo Guthrie's City Of New Orleans hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on November 3rd. •1999 LENA ZAVARONI UK child star singer-guitarist dies at 35 of anorexia on October 1st. •2004 JAMIE O'NEAL's video Trying To Find Atlantis premieres on CMT on November 4th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) I swear, Jim...you gotta write a book. You MUST! All those great stories you have about your experiences in radio simply MUST get preserved for those of us who've been there, and for all those who will never get to know the wonderful world or radio as we old timers knew it. There's so much history stored there in your brain, and you have the writing talent and intelligence to put it into such interesting story form, and all THAT simply should not be allowed to go to waste and be forgotten. Of course, you have an internet record, but what happens for instance to the story you've just told me about KASO? My goodness, it's priceless. It’s unadulterated Americana. It's a vital part of our disappearing history. I know you know this, and I'm reinforcing it. I have stories...but they're not nearly as descriptive of the business in those days, or as interesting as are yours. Your stories are pure history, so do something with them, Jim. Please. Tom

JIM [Catfish] PREWITT (Sacramento, CA) Catfish posted something on your Facebook Wall: Jim, it's an honor to have you as a friend. Information from Prewitt's Facebook profile: After 14 years in Dallas I took a job in Sacramento, Ca in July of 2007. I'm currently at 101.9 The Wolf. I host the 3-7 afternoon Show. Live streaming at: www.1019TheWolf.com. As a Radio Personality I have worked in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Miami, Charlotte, Jacksonville, Nashville, San Jose/San Francisco and now Sacramento, Ca. Spent 8 years as Morning Host on ABC Radio Networks-Country Coast to Coast. Heard on more than 300 Stations. As a Program Director/Operations Manager I have worked at KITY-San Antonio, WKXX-Birmingham, KOUL/KZFM/KEYS-Corpus Christi and KHQT (Hot 977) San Jose/San Francisco. (www.JimPrewitt.com) / (www.Facebook.com/CatfishJimPrewitt} / (www.Twitter.com/Catfishonline) / (www.MySpace.com/Catfishonline)

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) Comments on Jim Rose's Facebook shared music 'Play It Forward' ('A Tribute To James Burton') by Express Band. And he (James Burton) is the man! He was just a boy (14) when he recorded "Susie Q" with Dale Hawkins! thanks Jim I'll play it next time I'm on the air. Paz

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ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Subject: FYI. (from Radio-info.com) 'Six Country Broadcasters To Join Hall Of Fame - WIVK Knoxville, Tenn., director of operations Mike Hammond and WPOC Baltimore morning host Laurie DeYoung are among those being honored by the trade group Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc., with 2010 inductions into, respectively, the Country Radio Hall of Fame and the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame. Joining Hammond in the Radio Hall of Fame are the late country radio pioneer Cy Blumenthal and RadioTime president Dan Halyburton. Joining DeYoung in the DJ Hall of Fame are Texas radio veteran Bill Bailey and KEAN Abilene, Texas, PD/air personality Rudy Fernandez. All six broadcasters will be formally inducted during a dinner at the Nashville Convention Center Feb. 23, 2010.'

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#734) November 04, 2009 [Wednesday] Jim, Congratulations on Lacy coming into your life. She couldn't ask to be with anyone better. I'm the same way with Scotties that you are with Akitas...I'd rather spend time with Maxwell than I would with a lot of people I know! I'm not antisocial, I'm pro Scottie, and looking to work with the Capitol Area Scottie Rescue folks this next year. I'm sure Lacy will bring a lot of joy into your life, and you into hers. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music 512.336.8742 (33.Music) djhale@mobilemagicmusic.com "We're at the best parties!"

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jimbo...just read about Ed Salaman's, um, departure from his executive director's post at Country Radio Broadcasters, and felt that the exit press release from CRB president Becky Brenner would make an excellent fill-in-the-blanks 'downsizing' template for future organizations wishing to off outstanding, longtime contributors like Salaman (10-year president of programming for Westwood One, co-founder of USRN, Country Music Radio Hall of Fame). Now, colossal, multi-station corporations, large national associations and multi-tentacled international consortiums won't need to go to the expense of calling their PR agencies or summon in-house talking heads to inform the press of their sincere appreciation for the long-term service of dedicated employees during an unfortunate 'downsizing adjustment period.' Dan McCurdy, Sherman, Texas: KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; 2004 Inductee, Texas Radio Hall of Fame; Fortune 500 advertising/PR executive (retired); freelance writer; voice talent

TRIVIA ANSWER: Dave Clark turns down his initial appearance on The Ed Sullivan TV Show because he never hears of it. It is only after the Dave Clark V get to America and performs on the program, do they learn how big the Sullivan show is in the USA.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: The last surviving member of the R&B soul group, The Silhouettes, has died. Rev. John "Bootsie" Wilson, former lead singer, died at his home in Spartanburg, SC, age 69, on Sept. 21, 2009. The group is best known for their smash hit "Get A Job" in 1958, which was #1 for 13-weeks & one of the first R&B songs to crossover to be #1 also on the Pop-charts. This is #3 addition to last story dispatched. BOB

MALACHI 2:13-16; I CORINTHIANS 7:10-11 When you are down to nothing, GOD is up to something!

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 04, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #734

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

OH NO! We lose yet another music legend. One of my good friends from what we now call the good ole days in radio, Billy Deaton, dies at 74. Can this really be his age? What a shock this is. Makes us wonder who among us is next? Billy is a very good friend from way back to 1968 when his office is still in San Antonio, TX. Deaton is a JRRR subscriber, also. Will never forget when I see Billy in 1969 at the KBUC FM-AM studios in the Alamo City. He's in a big hurry. Deaton always seems to be in a rush mode. He says that he moves his office in the Alamo City to Nashville, TN to manage Country music Superstar, Faron Young. Billy also takes his music concert booking business with him to Music City where he becomes a living legend. On my wall of memories is a photo of Billy Deaton, Charley Pride and me during intermission at a concert. In his last email he says If there is anything I can do let me know. In the past, every time that I see him, ask how he's doing. Always, he replies Another day. Another dollar. Billy Deaton probably never does count the many millions of those dollars.

NEW AKITA DOGGIE IS HERE! As you know, my precious Akita girl doggie, Tejas, dies on May 8, 2009. This completely shatters my life because Tejas and I are so very close. Several friends assist to help me rescue another Akita girl doggie, especially Jo Travis, Chuck and Kendall Dunaway, Billy Thorman, Joyce (J.C.) Webster, Tom Aswell, Ron Selden, Chet Maxwell, Jim Carter, Andy Carr and others. Search and search the Internet but the nearest available Akita doggie that I find is at least a thousand miles away. What am I to do? Well, Valerie Fox comes to my rescue. Valerie has an Akita rescue kennel that is about 60 miles northeast of my hometown Dallas in Greenville, TX. She says that she has the perfect Akita for me. Her name is Lacy. She sends pictures of Lacy. Wow! What a beautiful doggie Lacy is! Valerie brings Lacy here to her real home in Houston around 2pm on Sunday, November 1st just in time for my wonderful birthday present on November 16th. Lacy girl is a gorgeous 5 year old Akita who is one of the sweetest doggies on the face of God's green earth. She's a 90 pound teddy bear. We are a match made in Heaven. Lacy quickly settles into her new home. She sleeps like a baby but snores like a lion. Lacy and I thank you so very much for your help in bringing us together. May Lacy live a long and healthy life.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the original title of the Beatles' White Album? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•RUSH LIMBAUGH is a presenter at the National Radio HOF Inductions gala at the Renaissance Chicago on November 7, 2009. •MATT PATRICK longtime morning host on CHR WKDD FM (96.5) Akron, OH exits after 30 years. His last show is December 18, 2009. •JUSTIN CHASE PD of Beasley Country KCYE FM (102.7) Boulder City, NV tacks on PD duties of clustermate Classic Hits KKLZ FM (96.3). •DR. JAMES DOBSON retires in February 2010 at 73 as host of his Conservative Christian ministry Focus On The Family that he founds in Pomona, CA in 1977. He later moves the ministry's base to Colorado Springs, CO.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 CHRIS DIFFORD guitar/vocals with British Pop-Rock duo Squeeze born on November 4th. •1962 KRISTEN HALL singer-songwriter founding member of Country trio Sugarland born on October 26th in Gross Pointe, MI. •1974 LOUISE NURDING singer with British female R&B quartet Eternal born on November 4th. •1982 ALABAMA debuts on the Grand Ole Opry on October 29th. •1999 DOUG SAHM singer/songwriter with Sir Douglas Quintet dies of a heart attack in his sleep at the Kachina Inn in Taos, NM on November 18th.•2002 RASCAL FLATTS' album Melt releases on Lyric Street records on October 29th.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Legendary Booking Agent & Manager Billy Deaton Passes Away. Billy was a TX Gentleman & I booked Faron (Young) on many shows via his office. He is gone @ 74. BOB

TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Subject: Legendary Booking Agent & Manager Billy Deaton Passes Away. Country Music Talent Booker and long time manager of Faron Young, Billy Deaton passed away last night after a lengthy illness. The recipient of an AIRA (Academy of Independent Recording Artists) Award as Booking Agent of the Decade, Deaton played an essential role in the success of late country singer Faron Young, with whom he worked for more than a quarter of a century. (read more at www.heartoftexascountry.com)

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Great news about Lacy, Jim, Surely you know that it's entirely normal and natural for Lacy to be very anxious about everything in her life at this particular moment. Who knows what she's already experienced in her previous situations, and she's not sure just yet exactly how this one will be. This, after another long journey, and all of these new smells and sights and sounds and visuals is bound to be quite confusing. From what I've read about Akitas, she is very intelligent and independent and loyal, and as soon as she bonds with you she'll be comfortable and settle down, and you'll be in love again. So just be patient and things will work themselves out for the both of you. Good luck, Tom

MARY LYNN KNOCHELMAN (Cincinnati, OH) Congrats on your new dog Lacy. For your sake I hope she's not an escape artist. I live with one. My jack Russell terrier named Ricky. How have we solved the problem? We keep him hooked on a long lead which is attached to a metal stake in our back-yard. And when he's inside, I keep doors closed at ALL TIMES! Mary Lynn in Cincinnati PS My friend, former WLW Sports Talk Host Andy Furman was in your city of Houston last week, having done a one day radio Sports Call-In Show on KBME-AM (formerly KULF-790).

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Oh Jim, What great news! We all were praying for you! This has made my day. Every dog has their little quirks – and there is a period of adjustment for pets who have had other owners. Stop worrying! You have a new baby – just love her. Did you ask the woman what she was used to eating? This is probably just nerves on her part – but she’ll grow to love you (and eat you out of house and home) – how can she help it? Much love to you. Attila Ps: Jen is beside herself with joy for you. She says to tell you that she loves you mucho! (www.attilathehoney.com)

JO TRAVIS [JIM] (Hot Springs, AR) Subject: Valerie Fox. I hope you and Lacy are getting acquainted and she is settling in. If there is any way you can, I hope you give Valerie and her Akita Rescue a plug in JRRR. She really deserves it. She does a lot to help find homes for Akitas. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

DERRILL HOLLY [E] (Arlington, VA) Derrill comments on your Facebook wall: such good news Jim. Enjoy her and let's see some smiles in your photos and your words.

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FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth-Hurst, TX) Congratulations’ Jim. I hope you and Lacy will be a very good fit. FrB "Serve God and be cheerful" Bob Dylan

CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) Chumbe Salinas comments on your status in Facebook: "Fantastic!!"

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Congratulations, I am happy for you. Please post a thank you note to inform and thank all those who helped.

CHUCK JOSEPH (Houston, TX) Chuck Joseph comments on your status in Facebook: God blessed you again Jim! I'm so happy for you! Post a picture of that girl soon!!

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Woof! A handsome dog indeed. bc

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Good news!!!

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) Glad you have Lacy Jim. Fun to hear about your special day. A super Sunday indeed! Your Friend, Blazin' Blake Lindsay (www.blazinblake.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: The original name of the Beatles' White Album is A Doll's House but British progressive band Family releases an album earlier in 1968 with the same title.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) CONGRATS, JIM! Lacy is an absolutely gorgeous Akita. On your walk to the back parking lot, did you sense that she was pulling away from you or trying 'too hard' to explore/escape? If not, I'd keep her in and around your place pretty close for a while in order to 'feel like' it's home and the place for her to stay. And, of course, always on the leash when she's outside. I'm speaking from experience, since I had a Bichon Frise that would bolt like crazy to escape...we had a special collar made for him with his name 'Sparky' and our phone number. He got away on numerous occasions, but fortunately we always got a call (this was in San Angelo) and granted, Houston ain't San Angelo. Why not call the lady you got her from and simply ask if Lacy had a propensity to escape, whether running away or wandering off? Dan McCurdy

LOUIS SABIN [All About Dogs As Pets] No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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November 02, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #733

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CRB DIRECTOR EXITS The longtime executive director of Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB), Ed Salamon, leaves a post he holds since 2002. Ed is a radio veteran who holds many important positions over the years. Salamon is the co-founder of United Stations Radio Networks and for about 10 years serves as president of programming for Westwood One. Ed is a member of the Country Radio Hall of Fame. Becky Brenner, CRB President and PD of KMPS/Seattle, WA makes the statement: For the past 12 months, Country Radio Broadcasters has conducted an extensive review of its operations in terms of the organization's administrative functions and the execution of its flagship event, Country Radio Seminar. As a result of this review process, the CRB board of directors has initiated several internal changes, which are designed to keep the organization growing in this very challenging economic climate. A number of adjustments have already been made. As we continue our ongoing effort to ensure the vitality of our organization and achieve our mission of growth through sharing, we do anticipate additional changes.

CLEAR CHANNEL CANCELS RUSH Premiere Radio Networks, Clear Channel's syndication arm, announces a nonrenewal of its affiliate agreements for Rush Limbaugh after December 31, 2009 with Curtis Media WPTF-680 Raleigh/Durham, NC plus WSJS-600 and WSML-1200 in Greensboro/Winston-Salem. Clear Channel possibly uses Limbaugh as its cornerstone for new FM News/Talk stations in both markets. This is similar to WRNO FM (Rush Radio 99.5) New Orleans, LA. Clear Channel registers several domains for Spanish Oldies WGBT FM (La Preciosa 94.5) Greensboro and Country WRDU FM (106.1) in Raleigh/Durham as possible News/Talk radio stations. The domains are NorthCarolinaNewsTalk.com, NewsRadio945.com, NewsTalk945.com, TalkRadio945.com, 945WPTI.com, and TriadNewsTalk.com. Those domains redirect to RushRadio945.com.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Where does David Gates of Bread get the inspiration for his Billboard #5 hit in 1972, Everything I Own? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Shadoe Stevens whose birthday is on Wednesday November 3rd. •TRAVEL CHANNEL - NY Times reports that in a bidding war Cox Communications receives offers of as much as over $900 million for Travel channel that includes additional bids from News Corporation and Scripps Networks and others. •MEGA MEDIA'S Dance WNYZ LP [low-power TV VHF CH6 audio subcarrier] (Pulse 87.7) NYC ends its broadcast at 5pm on Friday 10/30/2009. Island Broadcasting leases WNYZ LP to JVC Media which begins a simulcast of Rhythmic CHR WPTY FM (Party 105) Long Island, NY at 6am on Monday 11/02/09.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 MARK MILLER lead singer of Sawyer Brown born on October 25th in Dayton, OH. •1961 DAVID BRYSON guitarist with San Francisco Bay area Rock band Counting Crows born on November 5th. •1972 BRAD PAISLEY Country singer/guitarist born on October 28th in Glen Dale, WV. •1986 BOA (which stands for Beat of Angel by her fans) Korean multilingual singer born Boa Kwon in Guri, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea on November 5th. •1990 VINCE GILL's When I Call Your Name is his 1st Gold album on October 29th. •2009 CLINTON FORD (Ian George Stopford Harrison) popular British singer dies at 77 on October 21st.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Hi, Jim, So glad you responded to my email because I was racking my brain trying to come up with Horace Logan's name. I remember him as the MC...wonderfully deep and resonate voice that absolutely filled the auditorium to the point of making your body feel the vibrations. I also remember that he had a show on KWKH, which is the radio station that I always listened to in those days. KWKH was a well programmed station with a mix of country, pop and an afternoon drive show called "Groovie's Boogie", which got me hooked on real down and dirty gut bucket rhythm and blues. Oh man, I'd love to have another shot at listening to a station like that now. You musta been a stud on your various venues with all your knowledge and brain power blasting out there. Wish I'd had the chance to catch your act. Tom

J.D. ADAMS [B.J. Adams] (Coatesville, PA) Wondering if you might know where Chuck White is these days. I never understood if he was "The Checker" or "The Chucker"? Put me on the air for a week of overnights...with the transmitter turned off. He hired me but I'm not sure he ever turned the transmitter back on. A couple of years ago I heard he was in the Temple, Killeen area. I know he wasn't well. Would love to check in with him. Thanks...JD Adams

JEFF THOMPSON (Winston-Salem, NC) Jeff Thompson, former Houston Broadcaster (KXYZ, KMSC, KVVV-TV) -NOW Winston-Salem, NC. Thanks, Jim, for publishing the remembrances at the passing of our loyal friend and KMSC Radio broadcast colleague, Clarence Chaline. I suppose it was sent to you by Jim Bell, (KUHF), Gordon Bassham or Chuck Cashmere, who had also worked with us at KMSC through the '60's. Sadly, Jim Bell also informed me that the same week as Clarence's passing, another of our former colleagues had died, Bill Paradoski. He did the evening news back in 1968 at the old KVVV-TV station, Ch.16, where Roberta Hammond (De Francesco) and I along with Jim Bell co-hosted the 6 hr. daily show, "Stock Market Observer." In 1969 we moved it to WOR-TV, Ch. 9 in New York City, where I worked for 25 years in the Broadcasting, (WOR-TV, WINS, NBC Network News, etc.) On a lighter note, it was a pleasant surprise to see the note from another old colleague, Tom Ellis in Boston...who had been my college classmate in the University of Texas Radio and TV department. We managed to a brief visit together once after he moved down to anchor at WABC-TV. From his note, he now is back in "Bean Town." All the best to Tom. Thanks again for printing our salutes to Mr. Chaline. – JT (www.ThompsonCommunication.com)

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Subject: A message from CC on Windows Live. Hey my radio bro! Just thought I'd see how you are doing. It's already getting wintery here, I know Houston stays pretty much the same all the time. Hope all is well with you my friend! CC (www.ccmccartney.com)

BRUCE ELROD [President, Cash Box magazine] (Ridgeway, SC) Jim, The first hard copy Commemorative Edition (Cash Box) since 1996 will be out this week. Send me your address so I can send you five copies. What started out as 32 pages became 98 pages. You have a whole page in there from your Monday column. If any of your readers want to order a copy, call our publisher: Smitty's Printing; 803-419-2304 cost is $ 5.95. Bruce Elrod, President, Cash Box magazine By the way the # 1 song 70 years ago today was "Over the Rainbow" but Judy Garland did not have the hit version. That was by Glenn Miller with Ray Eberly as the vocalist.

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CHET MAXWELL (San Antonio, TX) Hi Jim, Bill Morris (dies October 20, 2009) was the overnight deejay at KBOX when you were there (1971-72). He later went into sales and remained at the stations until they were sold some 18 years later. Liz Barber now owns an ad agency, but she also spent many years in the sales department at the stations. She will probably enjoy JRRR. I hope that the microwave burn did the trick. I think that you will find that it did...and a new Akita will really brighten things up for you. Best regards, Chet

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, November 7th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: David Gates of Bread writes Everything I Own to honor his father with the words You sheltered me from harm, kept me warm, gave my life to me, set me free.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Two more noteworthy artists have left us: (1) Arthur Ferrante, pianist & half of famed duo, Ferrante & Teicher, dies. @ 88 on 9/19/09. They hit with "Theme From The Apartment", 1960, followed by "Exodus" & "Midnight Cowboy" in 1969. The duo retired in 1989; Louis Teicher had died @ 84 on 8/3/2008. (2) Ric Cartey (Whaley T. Carter) of Atlanta, died @ 72 on 8/5/09. He co-wrote the hit song, "Young Love," which was recorded by Sonny James, Tab Hunter, Lesley Gore, Ray Conniff, Donny Osmond, Ray Stevens & Nat Stuckey. He had been a member of the Jiva-Tones. BOB & Sonny Lee at the Southwest Outpost

GROUCHO MARX (October 2, 1890-August 19, 1977) A black cat crossing your path signifies that the animal is going somewhere.

Jim Rose and Lacy

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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October 30, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #732

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

SPRING FORWARD - FALL BACKWARD.

REMEMBER TO SET YOUR CLOCK BACK ONE HOUR ON SATURDAY NIGHT.

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RADIO GARGANTUA TEAM UP AGAIN In January 2009 when the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles enter the NFC playoff picture, both Sports Radio stations WFAN-660 in New York, NY and WIP-610 in Philadelphia, PA join in joint simulcasts of their home town teams. Los Angeles, CA R&B vocal quartet Portrait's 1993 hit Here We Go Again and Steely Dan's 1973 smash Do It Again certainly applies for the next big event. We say that because WFAN NYC and WIP Philadelphia do it again. Both radio stations join broadcasts for yet another timeless sports playoff scene as the NY Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies go head to head for the 2009 World Series baseball playoff action that begins on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at what many call the cathedral of baseball, Yankee Stadium. For the 10th time in the past 12 years, the Yanks win the AL East with a major league best 103 wins. They show up for their 40th Fall Classic as they attempt a freakish 27th World Series title with a return to the World Series for the first time since 2003 when it falls after six games to the Florida Marlins. For the first time in team history, the Phillies want to also become the first repeat champion since the Cincinnati Reds' Big Red Machine teams in 1975-76. In the 105th edition of the World Series, Joe Benigno and Evan Roberts call the action on WFAN. Anthony Gargano and Glen Macnow are the sports voices on WIP. MLB fans hear the simulcast streams on www.wfan.com and www.610wip.com.

BORDER MEDIA MAKES CHANGES Rumors indicate that three Border Media radio stations in Austin, TX may switch from Spanish language to English formats. The stations are KHHL FM (La Ley 98.9) and KXXS FM/KXBT FM (Digital 92.5/104.9). Also, understand that in addition to Director of Programming, Josh Villa, all DJs from the three radio stations are already gone. Radio Online suggests that two of the stations make changes: KXBT FM flips to ESPN Sports and KKHL FM becomes an Oldies outlet. NetGnomes says that KXBT FM's new moniker is 104.9 The Horn in favor of the Texas Longhorns. On Wednesday, October 27, 2009 KXBT registers www.1049thehorn.com/. Simmons Media, the owner of crosstown KZNX-1530 (ESPN 1530) announces that its local programming moves to 104.9 on Monday, November 2nd. KZNX continues to carry the national ESPN feed. Contact Josh Villa at josuevilla@gmail.com.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Three members of British Rock band Duran Duran have the same last name of Taylor. Are they blood kin? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Marty Ambrose [newscaster/air personality who forms first radio traffic report company in Houston, TX] celebrates his birthday on Saturday October 31st. Marty and his lovely wife Mary will sit at my table at the upcoming Texas Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and dinner here in Houston, TX on November 8, 2009. •DANNY SALAS 8 years as MD/PM Drive DJ on KBOS FM (B95) Fresno, CA exits. Talk with Danny at esalas518@hotmail.com. •CARL BUTRUM resigns his Presidential post at John Bayliss Broadcast Foundation. His reasoning is these are very difficult fundraising times.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 KEVIN DUBROW lead singer with Heavy Metal Rock quartet Quiet Riot born on October 29th. •1967 DOLLY PARTON replaces Norma Jean on The Porter Wagoner Show on October 16th. •1970 MAJA TATIC Bosnian singer finalist for the Eurovision Song Contest born on October 30th in Belgrade, Serbia. •1987 DWIGHT YOAKAM's Hillbilly Deluxe wins a Gold album on October 21st exactly six months after its release. •1998 CHARLIE FOXX guitar/vocals with R&B duo Inez & Charlie Foxx dies on September 18th. •2004 GEORGE STRAIT's I Hate Everything rises to #1 on Billboard's Country survey on October 23rd.

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DANNY SALAS [Erik] (Fresno, CA) Hi Jim, Sure, feel free to sign me up for a subscription to your newsletter. And that would be great if you mentioned the news of my departure in Friday's issue. You can include my email address ESalas518@hotmail.com and cell number (559) 355-3767 as well. Thanks again for reaching out, I really appreciate it. Erik "Danny" Salas

CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Mr. Jim Rose, Jen from Frogtown Records suggested that I contact you. We have an online radio network we call WGGRN.com, or Grizzly Groundswell Radio Network. We offer a service to let conservative radio show hosts host a show on our radio show accounts. We now have over 40+ conservative hosts from all across the nation hosting shows for us. Jen suggested you as a possible host for us. She suggested that with all your experience a music show format may be ideal with some good old music pumping and getting our listeners singing along. Now since this is podcast, we need to make sure we have permission to play the music or ensure the music is pod safe, or copyright free. So this hinders us a bit in our play list. However, I am sure you are used to working with such limitations. Jen shared with me that you had one of the biggest dj shows before the industry went through all the growing pains. This is very exciting and I hope you take me up on this invitation. We can help you get set up and learn the technology if you are not already up on it. There is a bit of cost involved as www.skype.com is the suggested way to call into the shows since it is a long distance call to New York. It has the best sound quality and is really cheap! I pray you consider exploring this invitation. Even though this is a volunteer position, I pray you would find a lot of reward sharing you knowledge and expertise with our listeners and our fellow members. It would be great to have on board someone so in tune with the industry. I and my members could learn a ton! Thanks for your consideration, Chad Everson, President, Theodore Media LLC

JOHN DARREN LEE (New Orleans-Ponchatoula, LA) I heard about your email list (JRRR) from Chad Everson at Grizzly Groundswell WGGRN.com and then went to check out your web column. :) I have only been in radio on an amateur basis, but I have a weekly running radio show on www.blogtalkradio.com called The Neo & Wim Show since February 2008. It's broadcast every Sunday from 9:00 PM CST to 10:30PM CST. The link is www.blogtalkradio.com/neowimshow. It's a show on current events, entertainment, etc. Pretty much anything Pop Culture and Current Events with irreverent twists and occasional interviews with interesting people. Recently, I have started another weekly radio show on WGGRN.com's Tyranny Resistance Radio called Sunday Night Freedom Fight, a political show, which also utilizes blogtalkradio. Broadcast live every Sunday from 11PM CST to 1AM CST on www.blogtalkradio.com/thetyrannyresistance.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) From: TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Subject: Big Bill Lister In ICU At San Antonio Hospital. Texas Country Music Pioneer Big Bill Lister has been transferred to Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, and is currently in ICU with possible pneumonia. Lister entered the Boerne, Texas, hospital on Monday, but was released on Tuesday. He continued to digress, so he was admitted back into the local hospital. His doctor decided to transfer him to Methodist Hospital on Wednesday where he is currently in ICU. Lister, now 86, spent last week on Country Cruisin' 2009, entertaining 310 guests along with Ferlin Husky, Jett Williams, Leona Williams, Amber Digby, Darrell & Mona McCall, Justin Trevino and Tony Booth. He is most well known as Hank Williams' front man and the original artist on "There's A Tear in My Beer." Tracy Pitcox (www.heartoftexascountry.com)

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, October 31st. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: British Rock band Duran Duran have 3 members with the same last name of Taylor, but none of them are relatives.

RICHARD FOGLEMAN (Waco, Texas) Hey Jim, I first worked at radio station KBUS-AM in Mexia, Texas. I also worked at KAND-AM in Corsicana and KWTX FM/AM part time/weekends. I worked in various stations in the Nacogdoches area until I went to work for KTRE-TV in Lufkin. I was in the production department there. At that point I was told to get a "real" job by my mom and put my double major to work and went into social work and started for the state of Texas. All of this was in the late 70’s and the 80’s. I have found your "remembering radio" stuff very informative and brings back lots of memories. I look forward to reading it regularly and not just when you mention Mexia or Waco. Thanks, Richard Fogleman

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (1564-1616) Can one desire too much of a good thing?

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October 28, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #731

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TV GREAT FROM DOWN UNDER PASSES Australia loses one of its TV giants. The New York born entertainer who emigrates to Australia in 1965, Don Lane, dies at 75 with Alzheimer’s. Originally, Don is a fill-in on CH9 for 6 weeks but he remains in Aussie land for a lifetime. From 1975–1983, The Don Lane Show becomes an essential stop for international entertainers with everyone from Abba, Sammy Davis Jr to Tom Waits. In 1983, his TV show ends but he moves over to sports. Lane hosts ABC's American NFL through the 90s. Since 2008, Don lives in a care facility in Sydney. Don Lane's ex-wife Jayne Ambrose and son PJ are with him at the time of his death.

VANDALS HIT KTSA On Tuesday, October 20, 2009 vandals damage several vehicles and security cameras at Talk KTSA-550 on the northeast side of San Antonio, TX. Police find several company vans with broken out windows. One has the words Vida Loca in spray-paint on its side. A cop report says that the vandals also attempt to hotwire two other vans. In the aftermath they damage the steering columns. The report also says that they cover the lenses of two security cameras with black spray paint. Alamo City gendarmes make no arrests and there is no witness of the mishap. In 2008, French-Spanish film producer, Christian Poveda, makes a documentary about a native El Salvador street gang, Mara 18. Its title is La Vida Loca (The Crazy Life). Police find Christian Poveda dead in a parked car on the north side of the capital, San Salvador. In 1999, Puerto Rican singer Ricky Martin has the hit song Livin' la Vida Loca (Living the Crazy Life). This is Ricky Martin's first #1 hit on Billboard's Hot 100. The single certifies Gold on May 15, 1999. It goes Platinum on June 4th with sales of over one million copies in the U.S. alone.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Why does Bill Withers repeat the words I know, I know, I know..." 26 times in Ain't No Sunshine? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•FRED MCINTYRE AOL SVP leaps to CBS Radio as VP/product of CBS Interactive Music Group. •LARS LARSON Conservative talk host on Alpha Broadcasting News-Talk KXL-750 Portland, OR signs a new 5-year contract extension. Lars' KXL show is on 18 stations throughout OR and WA state. His Compass Media Networks syndicated program airs on 150 stations nationwide. •TODD FISHER GM of KSTP-1500 Minneapolis, MN emails his staff on October 22, 2009 that he leaves his post on November 2nd after 13 years with Hubbard Broadcasting. Reach out and touch Todd at tfisher@hbi.com.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 DWIGHT YOAKAM one of Country music's most creative talents who is also an actor born on October 23rd in Pikeville, KY. •1963 EROS RAMAZZOTTI Italian singer/songwriter born Eros Luciano Walter Ramazzotti on October 28th in Rome suburb of Cinecitta, Ramazzotti. •1972 JIMMY WAYNE BARBER songwriter/singer (Stay Gone 2003) born in Cleveland County, NC. •1982 MAI KURAKI Japanese Pop/R&B singer-songwriter born on October 28th. •1996 TRACY LAWRENCE's album Time Marches On goes Platinum on October 23rd. •2009 SAM [Bluzman] TAYLOR singer-songwriter/guitarist dies on January 5th.

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JIM [Catfish] PREWITT (Sacramento, CA) Hey Jim...thanks for sending me this. I have several friends that periodically send me your stuff and I've always liked reading it. Keep 'em coming! Your Friend, Jim Prewitt (www.JimPrewitt.com) / (www.Facebook.com/CatfishJimPrewitt} / (www.Twitter.com/Catfishonline) / (www.MySpace.com/Catfishonline)

JIMMY STIX (Albany-Troy-Sand Lake, NY) Howdy Jim!!! I got a new online radio show up on my site...check it out and let me know what you think of it Bud...thanks! (www.stixmix.org)

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DIANA MONTEZ (San Antonio, TX) Subject: KBUC Kicker news. I was Miss KBUC Kicker on around 1971, 1972 or 1973. I misplaced the paper. Do you have any idea if I can get a copy? Diana

KBUC KICKER From 1968-70 I'm Program Director of KBUC FM-AM in San Antonio, TX. In 1969, the KBUC Kicker newspaper is a brainchild of mine. Feel like it's a very good promotion to hand out the papers at KBUC concerts plus they're available at important area businesses. During that period young folks in south TX who dig Country music refer to themselves as Kickers so that's where I get the name for the newspaper, KBUC Kicker. Also, I write a column in the KBUC Kicker newspaper that's on the upper left hand portion of the first page right under the publication's title. The San Antonio young set uses a couple of other nicknames, too. Kids who reside on the south side of the city call themselves Ropers while young folks on the north side are Dopers. Ropers listen to Country music on the radio. Dopers dig Rock tunes. Try to gear my PM Drive radio DJ show to both groups and become quite successful at doing so. For instance, my long time radio buddy Johnny Shannon who is a DJ on rival Top 40 KTSA-550 invites me to their screen premiere of a new Beatles movie. A KTSA personality is the emcee of the event. All of a sudden he mentions that Jim Rose from KBUC is in the audience. Embarrasses me but receive surprising loud applause from the audience. Miss those wonderful golden years when radio is real and a happening place to be on the dial.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: Jim Ellinger. Jim; What a nice surprise to see Jim Ellinger join the JRRR tribe. He's one of my radio heroes. I recall how he went through the long and arduous process to convince the FCC to open a new Non-Com frequency in Austin, only to have U-T file a competing application just as the filing window was closing. Never mind the fact that U-T already had one station in Austin, 'Uncle Charlie' doesn't act on contested filings...usually someone comes in and buys out the competitors (as Steve Hicks did to get KFMK-FM). This time the solution was for Jim's KOOP-FM to share the frequency half days with U-T's KVRX-FM. Solomon would be proud, but I was disgusted. Adding insult to injury was the way Jim was forced out of the station he had created. I am pleased to hear that he has stayed active in radio. Bob Crowley

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RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#730) October 26, 2009 [Monday] Hi Jim: Soupy Sales...that was humor!!! My aunt started out with the Reprise Label (Dolton/Liberty) and worked directly with Frank Sinatra. She would send "demos" of Soupy's Albums to us, along with Alvin and The Chipmunks and the Ventures. She worked with Soupy on a few occasions and became friends. She said he was a very gentle, kind soul and would do anything to bring a smile to someone. I would watch him religiously on TV when he was on ABC in the 60's, and I wish those shows would be released on DVD. Another great one gone too soon. Ray

TRIVIA ANSWER: Bill Withers repeats the words I know, I know, I know..." 26 times in his 1971 Billboard #3 hit Ain't No Sunshine as a place holder until he thinks up better lyrics but he never does.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jerry Houston (Litteral) and I shared one mind in terms of excellence and the need to 'resist the usual'; in our years-long creative union, I wrote/directed and we both voiced radio commercials and TV voiceovers which never wavered from that insistence; memorability and persuasive storytelling showcased our clients' product and services in a compelling, unique light. Jerry was amazing, though I never sensed that he believed it; his grasp of timing and ability to use 'just the perfect' inflection, emphasis and, with patience, wait for that precise moment to 'toss away' or vocally 'lean into' his lines was a rare talent. He was, clearly, the best male voice actor with whom I ever performed. And if told so, he would quickly demur, and give tribute to the commercial concept, subtly moving credit from himself to my writing or another voice talent's performance. There will be, from now on, a 'hole' in any dialogue commercial I write or produce. My Brother won't be there to make it better or to nudge me to go for 'one more' because he would say, "C'mon Dan, we can beat that last take." That kind of rare insistence on excellence will not be standing by my side again.

THOMAS PAINE (February 9, 1737-June 8, 1809) These Are the Times That Try Men's Souls.

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October 26, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #730

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SOUPY SAILS ON The famous slapstick comic that we always watch for when a famous person tosses a surprise pie into his face, Soupy Sales, dies at 83 on Thursday, October 22, 2009. Soupy's longtime friend Dave Usher says that Sales dies of cancer at Calvary Hospice in the Bronx. Soupy is born Milton Supmanon on January 8, 1926, in Franklinton, NC. During his long career as a comedian he makes 5000 live TV appearances. By his own count, Sales gets hit with about 20,000 pies during his times on TV. In his home state of NC, Sales is best known for his long-running local and network children's TV show Lunch with Soupy Sales. The show features comedy sketches with whacky characters such as White Fang (the biggest and meanest dog in the USA) and Pookie the Lion. Usher says that at the height of his fame in the 1950s and 1960s, Soupy has one of the most recognizable faces in America. If President Eisenhower would have walked down the street, no one would have recognized him as much as Soupy. In his first star film role he appears in the 1966 movie comedy Birds Do It. From 1968 to 1975, Soupy is a regular panelist on the syndicated revival of TV's What's My Line? In the 1980s, Sales has a radio show in NYC. In his 1965 live broadcast on WNEW TV, Sales is upset because he has to work on New Year's Day. As he signs off his show he encourages his young viewers to tiptoe into their still-sleeping parents' bedrooms and remove those funny green pieces of paper with pictures of U.S. Presidents from their pants and pocketbooks. Put them in an envelope and mail them to me. And I'll send you a postcard from Puerto Rico! Then someone hits him with a pie. Money begins to pour in. WNEW TV suspends him for two weeks. Fans picket CH5. All this does is increase his popularity. Soupy retires his floppy polka dot bowtie and settles in NYC where he becomes a member of the renowned Friars Club. Soupy Sales survivors include his wife Trudy and two sons Hunt and Tony, who are musicians in David Bowie's band Tin Machine.

CHANGES IN THE CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE Beginning on Monday, October 26, 2009 Natasha Brown moves from the morning show on KYW TV CBS CH3 in Philadelphia, PA to anchor the weekend evening news at 6, 10 and 11 pm. Nicole Brewer replaces Natasha on the KYW TV morning show.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Donald Fagen is keyboardist; Walter Becker is bass player for Steely Dan. How do they name their band? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DARREN MCMILLAN is new GSM of Clear Channel Radio’s three Los Angeles Talk cluster mates: KFI-640, KTLK-1150 and KLAC-570. •JEFF KATZ veteran Talk show host joins WFTL-1400 Ft. Lauderdale, FL from 3-6pm right after local favorite Joyce Kaufman on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. •DAVE VAN DYKE spends his last day as VP/Affiliate Relations of Citadel Media Networks on Friday, October 16, 2009. Dave is with Citadel since 2007 when it's ABC Radio Networks. Before that he heads CBS Radio's L.A. cluster. •KEVIN MILLER Citadel Media Chief Internet Sales & Content Officer exits on Friday, October 16, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 MAGGIE ROCHE singer/multi musician/songwriter born on October 26th. •1963 BUCK OWENS' single Love's Gonna Live Here lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on October 19th. •1972 MARIKA KROOK singer/actress born on October 27th in Stockholm, Sweden. •1988 RANDY TRAVIS' single Deeper Than The Holler releases on Warner Brothers records on October 21st. •1997 RICH MULLINS Christian singer/songwriter dies after a traffic accident in his Jeep near Peoria IL on September 19th. •2002 CHRIS CAGLE's single What A Beautiful Day releases on Capitol records on October 21st.

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SHANE K. BERNARD (New Orleans-Avery Island, LA) Jim, You might note in your newsletter that my father, swamp pop and country-and-western musician Rod Bernard (This Should Go On Forever #20-1959), is back in radio, which is where he started as a teenager around 1955. (From around 1970 to 2008, more or less, he was in television.) He now serves as an advertising salesman for (KKOO FM) 106.7 Country Legends in Rayne, Louisiana and he deejays Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 pm CST. You can hear his live broadcast via the Net at: www.countrylegends1067.com/ You can also see Dad in a promotional video for the station at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpfPArHR1OE While I am it, you can view a documentary I made about Dad's career in music at www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcO90EITxqk Sincerely, Shane K. Bernard, Ph.D.; Historian & Curator; McIlhenny Company Corporate HQ

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Hi Jim. I hope your prostrate procedure is becoming more bearable and less pain full. Regarding Al, We were once on the same flight out of LAX heading into Vegas in front of severe weather. Al had been called to fill in for the current Sands headliner. The pilot had warned the flight might be difficult. We no sooner left the ground than it became scary time. Everyone was concerned. I'm not going to say Al freaked out but if he'd had a parachute and could have made it out the door he would have done so. On leaving the plane most of us told Al we'd see his show and my party did. Nice end to a tumultuous day. We crossed paths' a couple of years later at Capitol records and he remembered the plane ride. He was a good guy, May he rest in peace. CC

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JIM ELLINGER (Austin, TX) Hello Jim! Glad to be on board! My world of radio is very, VERY different from most of your areas of interest. Non-commercial, educational, temporary/public safety, international/development, etc., etc. I serve as the VP for North America for AMARC, the world association of community radio broadcasters. I am heading back to Africa (Ghana) on 11/4 for another NGO assignment. I put loop radio on the air here in Austin, but am no longer associated with them. You may have heard of our work to put an emergency LPFM on the air inside the Houston AstroDome post-Katrina. I have done radio theater in Mozambique, did the first-ever radio survey in the Darien Gap of Panama, etc. etc. I serve as the "designated radio nerd" on the SaveKUTAustin Committee, the current hot button radio controversy here in Austin. I also follow the 'free' radio movement, AKA 'pirates.' Sorry I can't recall just who mentioned you. So many emails. Here's a few links. Stay tuned! jim AA (www.wired.com/gadgets/miscellaneous/news/2005/09/68806) / (www.savekutaustin.com/?p=1967) / (http://austinairwaves.blogspot.com/) / (www.texasobserver.org/article.php?aid=186) / (www.amarc.org/) / (www.piratecatradio.com/) / (www.freakradio.org/)

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: I hope you will give the obit of Soupy Sales his due in your Monday newsletter. Soupy died night of Thursday October 22 in the Bronx at 83. Soupy graduated from my high school in Huntington, WVA in about 1943 & began his radio-TV career in Huntington (following WW11 & Navy)...then on to Cincinnati, Cleveland & Detroit then L.A. & NYC. I recall him getting his star on Hollywood Walk of Fame (already in wheelchair w/health problems), but I'll forever remember his entertainment (He had a big-selling album in 1965 "Do the Mouse") Cards may be sent to his wife, Trudy @ 245 E. 35th St, NYC 10016. B. Milton Supman, 1/8/26, Franklinton, NC (near Raleigh); family later moved to Huntington. Used name Soupy Heinz as DJ in Huntington. I believe it was WHTN at that time. I hope you'll get his story for JRRR Monday. BOB & Sonny Lee. (As of this writing, The Chronicle hasn't mentioned...course that's same paper that has never mentioned Al Martino, or even Jo Stafford!)

DAVE E. CROCKETT (Houston, TX) Jim, Research how Steely Dan got their name for a REALLY interesting trivia question! It’s a great story. D Dave E. Crockett; Audio Producer-Voice Talent; Bill Young Productions

TRIVIA ANSWER: Both Fagen and Becker are avid readers of 1950's Beat literature; they decide to name the band Steely Dan after a dildo in William Burroughs' book Naked Lunch.

VALERIE FOX (Greenville, TX) Subject: Female Akita. Hi Jim, I have an Akita who might be a perfect match for you. Her name is Lacy. She is a little chunky, but very pretty. She walks well on a leash is very, very potty trained. She basically refuses to go potty in her crate. She never tears up anything. I think she would be great in an apartment. Are you interested? I will get some pictures of her and send them to you. Valerie Fox, Akita Rescue

ROGER CARAS (May 28, 1928-February 18, 2001) Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.

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October 23, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #729

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

GREENACRES COMPOSER DIES

The writer of music for TV shows The Addams Family, Green Acres plus other popular shows, Vic Mizzy, passes away at 93 on Saturday, October 17, 2009 in Los Angeles, CA. For the The Addams Family theme, Vic plays the harpsichord and sings the vocal parts (he overdubs his own voice 3 times) and coaches the actors during the main-title sequence (this includes the on-camera finger-snapping by the actors). Stars, Eddie Albert and Eva Gabor, perform his Green Acres opening theme song. Mizzy also has many top-20 hits in the late 1930s, '40s and '50s when he is active as a New York-based songwriter. In 1945, Doris Day sings his most popular tune, My Dreams Are Getting Better All the Time. His other hit songs include 3 by the Andrews Sisters. Vic Mizzy's TV career begins in 1959 with music for Shirley Temple's Storybook and the themes for Moment of Fear, Klondike and Kentucky Jones. He has a run of 1960s and '70s sitcom themes that include The Don Rickles Show and others. Vic underscores TV's Richard Boone Show and Quincy along with several TV movies. He also does some of my favorite Don Knotts films: The Ghost and Mr. Chicken, The Shakiest Gun in the West, The Reluctant Astronaut and How to Frame a Fig. Mizzy is born in Brooklyn, NY and attends New York University. As a child he plays accordion and piano. Many of his hit tunes he writes while he serves in the Navy during WWII. Vic Mizzy's survivors include a daughter, brother and two grandchildren. Another daughter dies in 1995. His services are at 11 am on Tuesday, October 27th at Eden Memorial Park in Mission Hills, CA.

EX-RADIO PERSONALITY HAS A PARTY

Diego Ramos exits Top-40 WIOQ FM (Q102) Philadelphia, PA after nearly 20 years due to corporate cut-backs. Diego lands on his feet as he opens his own tavern - Diego's Bar in Philly. On Saturday night, October 24, 2009 from 7-11pm Ramos throws a private Q102 reunion party at his pub. Diego brags, It's for the original staff that put Q102 on the air back in 1989 and the people who worked at the station's original location at 2 Bala Plaza. Ramos reunites with his former longtime Q102 morning show co-host Chio who now is across the street on Beasley WRDW FM (Wired 96.5). Chio wants to give me a chance to say goodbye to the listeners. Since Q102 did not let me do that after working there for 19 years...you never know what else might come out of my mouth. To find out more, click www.diegosbar.com.

TRIVIA QUESTION: When do Steely Dan founders Donald Fagen and Walter Becker 1st get together? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Mark Driscoll's birthday is Wednesday, October 21, 2009! •SHERITA SAULSBERRY PD of KVEG FM (Hot 97.5) Las Vegas. NV needs a night time air personality on the World-Famous Vegas Strip. Zip out your email to sherita@kvegas.com. •ALAN EISENSON OM of Adult Hits KQJK FM (Jack FM 93.7) and Rhythmic AC KHYL FM (V101.1) needs a multitask PD for FM duties plus online, HD2 and databases. Send your stuff to alaneisenson@clearchannel.com or 1440 Ethan Way #200, Sacramento, CA 95285. No phone calls please. •BOB GRANT returns for 3rd time to talk WABC-770 NYC Sunday afternoons noon-2pm.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 BRENDA LEE records Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree on October 19th at the Bradley Film & Recording Studio in Nashville, TN. •1965 JOHN WESLEY HARDING Folk/Pop singer/songwriter/author born Wesley Stace on October 22nd. •1977 THE KENDALLS Heaven's Just A Sin Away is their first #1 Billboard Country single on October 8th. •1987 FAYE HAMLIN lead singer with Swedish pop group Play born on October 23rd. •1997 DEANA CARTER's How Do I Get There hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on October 18th. •2002 DEREK BELL oboist/dulcimer/harpist with The Chieftains dies on October 17th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Hi Jim, you do a great job of keeping small memories of times gone by alive. I'm sorry to read about Al Martino. He was a good guy and a fine singer. I'll share this memory of an adventure with Al. Late sixties or early seventies when we shared a 707 flight from LAX to Vegas. A storm had passed thru LA and another storm was making its way down thru Northern CA. The pilot had told us there would be some rough weather...there was only about 20 people on the mid day flight. Al had been called as a last minute substitute for someone who was headlined at the Sands hotel. Before leaving the ground we share airplane jokes. Al was cordial but not in a party mood ...he had to go right to rehearsal and perform that evening. The flight was a bear. No sooner were we off the ground than the bumps started...the bottom began to fall out of the sky. I mean scary time. Normally this kind of thing doesn't bother me but I did become more than a little concerned. Vegas is sometimes a little rough to fly into but this time was the worse I've experienced to this day. On leaving the plane almost everyone on board told Al we would attend his show. It was a nice way to end a tumultuous day. We crossed each others' path a couple of years later at Capitol records...he remembered the plane ride. It was always good to see his career move along. He was one of the good guys. May he rest in peace. CC

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Dear Jim, Thank you so much for the great plug for The Attila the Honey Comedy Hour at 7 central on Fridays and Sundays at www.wggrn.com. If you have a chance give it a listen. I think people are so stressed out in the world today that they could use a laugh or two. I’m not sure what category our show falls into – maybe a cross between Hee Haw, Prairie Home Companion and the Grand Ole Opry…go figure. Our show is about laughter, some political banter, parody and music. Hey! I forgot to tell you we got a terrific new sponsor, www.FrogtownSoundCards.com. These people took a tool shed, very little money and made a very competitive online business with faith, hard work and the will to do it. That’s what is missing in the world today. They sell great personalized greeting cards for every occasion with a CD inside. Take care of yourself Jim…and thanks so much for all you do. Attila Honey (www.attilathehoney.com) ps: My sister, Jen, says she’s got so many emails in her inbox – mail is flipping back. On top of that – lots of computer problems. I expect one day, she’ll just shoot the d*** thing! Anyway, she sends her love to you as well. She only reminded me 5 times to tell you that!

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CHET MAXWELL (San Antonio, TX) / LIZ BARBER (Dallas, TX) Subject: Very sad news. Bill Morris died yesterday (October 20, 2009). It was very sudden and an autopsy is being performed. Right now they think he must have had a heart attack. Funeral service is at 10am this Saturday at First Baptist Church Sunnyvale. Visit www.newhopefh.com and click on Obituaries and then search for Bill’s name and the funeral specifics will be listed shortly. I will also pass on more information as I receive it. Liz Barber; President; The Barber Shop Marketing; 8140 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 620; Dallas, TX 75231 (www.thebarbershopmarketing.com) / (www.tbspromotions.com)

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#724) October 12, 2009 [Monday] Hey Jim, Looking forward to saying hello at the Texas Radio Hall of Fame Induction, see ya in November. With Regards to the passing of Shelby Singleton I am deeply saddened. He was and will remain a one of a kind. I received a package from Shelby one morning ten years or so ago which contained a Sun Records wrist watch with a note that he was sending one to all the Sun Artists (my 1986 recording of "Haunted House" is believed to be the last vinyl 45 rpm release on Sun) the watch along with his note are amongst treasured possessions. Dr. Bruce KFTX (www.kftx.com/)

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, October 24th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: Steely Dan founders Donald Fagen and Walter Becker 1st get together in the bands known as The Bad Rock Group and The Leather Canary.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Pat Benatar lived in Richmond, VA in 70's; worked as bank teller by day & sang in a local rock band at night. She has garnered 6 platinum & 3 Gold albums, plus 4 Grammys, with 8 nominations. The rock singer-songwriter was B. Patricia Andrzejewski, 1/10/53, Long Island, NY. Married her producer/guitarist, Neil Giraldo on 2/20/82; her original record producer, Richard Fields D. 1/12/2000. BOB

DEAN MARTIN (June 7, 1917-December 25, 1995) Memories are made of this.

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October 21, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #728

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

AL MARTINO DIES

One of America's greatest crooners, Al Martino, dies at 82 in his home in Pennsylvania on Wednesday, October 14 2009. He is born Alfred Cini on October 7, 1927 in Philadelphia, PA. His childhood friend Mario Lanza is his inspiration to become a singer. Mario becomes the most popular operatic tenor since Caruso. In 1952, Martino wins on the Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts radio program which also brings in a recording contract. His first #1 tune is Here in My Heart in the same year. The song also reaches #1 in the UK which makes him the first American to have a #1 hit in England. Since the 1950s Al has many songs that hit Billboard's chart. Among many of those are Leon Payne's Classic I Love You Because #3-1963, I Love You More and More Every Day #9-1964, many of us fondly remember his tune Spanish Eyes #15-1966. In 1972, as singer Johnny Fontaine he sings the Love theme from The Godfather, Speak Softly Love. The Fontaine role has its base in Frank Sinatra. Martino returns to the role in The Godfather II and The Godfather III. Ironically, just last week, Al Martino is the emcee of the Mario Lanza 50th Anniversary Concert in New York. Al's touring schedule goes well into the next year with dates up to June 2010. Martino recently records a new song Trying To Find My Way. Al Martino's survivors include his wife Judi, son Al and daughters Alison and Alana.

CALIFORNIA BANS BIG SCREEN TVS?

The green monster continues in its quest. What do you estimate the annual cost is to operate a big screen TV in your home? The Los Angeles Times comes up with a figure of $30 a year. In a recent report in the Times, it appears that the state of California considers a ban on big-screen TVs. Lobbyists for the TV industry battle to get the state government to revoke this silly legislation. They say that the free market actually eliminates the TVs in question and replaces them with more energy efficient LCD and Plasma models. But their cries apparently fall on deaf ears because California legislators still push this needless bill. There's the cost to replace older TV sets but many folks already do this, but on the other hand not everyone can afford to replace their old TVs. Another cost is the freedom of California's citizens to choose what kind of TV they want to own. In times like these aren't there more important items to consider?

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is Pop singer Pat Benatar's first calling? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•RUSH LIMBAUGH is a presenter at the National Radio HOF Inductions gala at the Renaissance Chicago on November 7, 2009. •JOURNAL COMMUNICATIONS sells Nostalgia stations KGEM-1140 and KCID-1490 in Boise, ID to Salt & Light Radio for $950,000. •ROB MORRISON former co-anchor for 10 years at WNBC TV CH4's Today in New York is new weekend morning anchor on WCBS TV CH2. •JONATHAN [Johnny B] BRANDMEIER is one of the presenters for the 2009 National Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremonies on November 7th in Chicago, IL.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 MARIE OSMOND (Paper Roses #1-1973) born on October 13th in Ogden, UT. •1964 DAVID RYAN drummer with Boston, MA Rock band Lemonheads born on October 20th. •1972 DONNA FARGO's single Funny Face hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on October 14th. •1981 CASEY CALVERT guitarist with Screamo band from Dayton, OH Hawthorne Heights born on October 20th. •1994 BROOKS & DUNN's single She's Not The Cheatin' Kind is #1 on Billboard's Country survey on October 15th. •2002 TOM DOWD Grammy-winning Pop, Jazz, Rock and R&B record producer/engineer dies at 77 on October 27th.

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CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Jim, I just received your newsletter! Thanks! We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We are launching www.WGGRN.com today Oct. 18th at 7PM CST! I hope you can tune in and let us know if you approve! I pray we do the radio industry and our pioneers proud. We are kicking it off with Attila the Honey Comedy hour and I pray we will be on air and Grizzly from there on out! Thanks for you support and this Great Newsletter! Chad Everson, Princeton, MN Please enjoy Theodore Media LLC: three legged Grizzly Groundswell Stool! Blog Networks: www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com Radio Networks: www.WGGRN.com Magazine: www.TemerityMagazine.com / http://grizzlytemerity.com for Domain and Hosting sales http://cafepress.com/WGGRN for all our merchandise Our Email Mailing list can be found and subscribed too here on this page: http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com Thank you! Chad T. Everson

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Subject: The Attila the Honey Comedy Hour launches www.WGGRN.com radio Oct 18 7-8 Central. Dear Jim, Gee, I hope today finds you feeling even a little better. Theodore Media's 'The Attila the Honey Comedy Hour' 7-8 CST on Fun Sundays and Fun Fridays. The Attila show launches WorldWide GrizzlyGroundSwell Radio Network - WGGRN.COM. Beginning Oct 18, it will be streaming 24/7. Our show is like an old time variety hour with the Obama Honky Girl, my Uncle Sam Honey singing two new songs he wrote and playing his guitar (he's 86), born again Mrs. Goldfarb, Grandma Merty and yours truly trying to keep this motley crew from going off the wall. Lots of music, jokes and parodies. Uncle Sam wrote a great new song called, "The People are the Power" which he sings with his band, "The Anti Socialist Squirrels." I hope you listen in and give me your critique. Get well soon so you can join us on this network. There are some awesome hosts to listen in to. God Bless! Attila Honey (www.attilathehoney.com)

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Jim...Don't know if you have heard, but one of the mainstay voice talents in Texas, Jerry Houston, passed away early Saturday morning, October 17 in the Dallas area. Jerry's unique voice was heard for 40 years on radio and TV commercials ranging from 7-Eleven, Long John Silver's, Town & Country Stores to the Texas Lottery and campaigns for Fortune 100 to Fortune 500 companies nationwide. Jerry's 'gravel with a twinkle' vocal style ranged from Mason Adams-like intonations to silky-smooth Dick Orkin-like resonance to a razor-edged delivery that always commanded attention. Jerry worked for KFJZ and WFAA-AM along with other Texas stations before turning to voice talent and engineering in his own recording studios. He also taught voice-talent seminars to hundreds of present-day voiceover professionals. His generous nature, creative talent and special place in the hearts of thousands he met along his path will be deeply and sadly missed. A special 'I Remember Uncle Jer...' celebration of his life will be held at La Madeleine on Lemmon Ave, in Dallas on Wednesday, October 21, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. - Dan McCurdy, Sherman, Texas

KFJZ-1270 Top 40 radio in Ft. Worth, TX is where I, as a DJ, come into contact with Jerry Houston from 1973-75 where he is Production Manager of both KFJZ-1270 and KFJZ FM. Great guy. Lots of fun. Sad news about Jerry's passing. Too many of our radio chums are no longer with us.

LIZ 'HOUSTON' PATRANELLA (Austin, TX) Subject: San Antonio DJ Reunion Fall Luncheon. Tuesday, November 3, 2009 - 11:30 am Sea Island Restaurant - I-10 North at Amerisuites Drive between Wurzbach and Huebner (on north side of I-10) San Antonio (210) 558-8989 Please remember - Our agreement for use of the private room is that attendees purchase a meal. Please be considerate of our hosts and order as you arrive. R.S.V.P. to Me asap. Reservations are required. If you can't come, but would like a short message read to the group, please email the message to me and I'll read it at the luncheon. Our thanks to Don Couser for making arrangements with Sea Island for our gatherings. And special thanks to Don "Skinny" Green for his continuing efforts to maintain our ever-growing "Roster". I look forward to seeing you all then. I await your email replies! Liz Houston Patranella; KBAT 1966; KQXT 1968; KTSA 1968-69

RICHARD FOGLEMAN (Waco, Texas) Hey Jim, We moved to the Waco area and my wife worked for KWTX FM/TV in various positions. Her last position was co-anchor at KWTX-TV for several years. As a side note, she was the anchor on the air at the beginning of the Branch Davidian Siege after her station was the one that went in with the authorities. She was called in and was on the air solo with the reporter and photographer for the first 6 to 8 hours of the siege. She is now the Director of Media Relations at Baylor University and co-hosts a weekly television Sports Show for Baylor Athletics along with doing the color broadcast for the Baylor Women’s Basketball team. So as you can see we have been involved in the media business for quite awhile. I have found your "remembering radio" stuff very informative and brings back lots of memories. I look forward to reading it regularly and not just when you mention Mexia or Waco. Thanks, Richard Fogleman

TRIVIA ANSWER: Pat Benatar has 15 songs in Billboard's Top 40 but she originally trains at Julliard as an opera singer.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Our daughter in Phoenix has an English Mastiff dog...big, big, 90 lbs @ 7 months! You probably know all about them, but first one I've seen. (Sonny Lee is happy to be home from his "vacation" at Pet Motel.) My station-break will now last 23 hours...Back then...BOB

ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON (1850-1894) You think dogs will not be in heaven? I tell you, they will be there long before any of us.

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October 19, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #727

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PHILLY BOSS JOCK EXPIRES

KYW-1060 CBS News Radio Philadelphia, PA reports that Jim Nettleton, one of the original WFIL-560 Famous 56 Boss Jocks in the 1960s, dies of lung cancer at 69. Jim's voice is also on the air in Hartford, New York, and Tampa. He goes from WFIL-560 to WABC-770 to Toronto's CHUM-1050 then back to Philadelphia. Nettleton performs voiceovers for commercials plus radio station liners. Jim is also active in syndication and program production. At a 2006 reunion Nettleton remembers: It was the best experience of my radio life; worked with, probably, the most talented group of people that I think ever had gotten together in one spot.

NEW ORLEANS TV INVESTIGATOR RETIRES

WDSU TV CH6 I-Team senior investigative reporter Richard Angelico retires from full-time duty on Thursday, October 15, 2009 when he becomes involved in a nonprofit venture that helps injured police officers and firefighters in southeast Louisiana. The Loyola University graduate originally turns his sights onto journalism when legendary newsman Alec Gifford hires him to write and produce news content for the then WVUE TV CH12. Richard joins WDSU TV in 1983 after 15 years of broadcasting in New Orleans. Rafael Goyeneche, head of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, remembers If you look in the dictionary, it probably has Richard Angelico's picture there...because I think he's set the bar for investigative reporting in New Orleans.

A-HA SPLITS

Pop trio A-ha is one of the biggest acts in the world with sales of 36 million albums. In the 1980s the band forms in Oslo, Norway. They say on their official website (www.a-ha.com/) that they retire when their world tour ends in Oslo on December 4th, 2010. This marks the 25th anniversary of their debut album Hunting High and Low and their first hit single Take On Me. Their current album Foot of the Mountain is their swan song. A-Ha releases 9 studio albums and has 15 Top 10 hits in the UK. The group has three singles that hit Billboard's USA chart: Take on Me #1 summer 1985, The Sun Always Shines on TV #20 Christmas 1985 and Cry Wolf #50 in spring 1987. The band's final tour includes March in South America, May in North America, summer months in Europe, then Japan and back to Europe.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the only X-rated movie to win the Academy Award for Best Picture? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•GEORGE KING Clear Channel-San Antonio Director of FM Operations leaves after 3 years. The cluster includes Country KAJA FM (KJ97), Country KRPT FM (The Outlaw 92.5) & Classic Rock KZEP FM (104.5). King's successor is Tony Travatto. Contact George King at georgeking1223@hotmail.com. Travatto needs a new KJ97 PD kajapd@gmail.com. •JIMMY POWERS exits as PD of Sports WBNS FM (97.1) in Columbus, OH to new PD of CBS Radio Sports WXYT FM (The Ticket 97.1) Detroit, MI. •HANK BONCUTTER owner/morning host on WJZM-1400 Clarksville, TN performs comedy at Zanies Comedy Club in Nashville, TN.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 NINO DEFRANCO singer with teen family Pop group The DeFranco Family born on October 19th in Philadelphia, PA. •1967 TAMMY WYNETTE's 1st #1 Billboard single is I Don't Wanna Play House on October 14th. •1974 PETER SVENSSON Swedish guitarist with Indie Rock band Cardigans born on October 18th. •1988 DWIGHT YOAKAM & BUCK OWENS‘ Streets of Bakersfield lands at #1 on Billboard's Country singles chart on October 15th. •1994 ALESSANDRO IANNELLA Italian singer/comedy born on October 18th. •2002 FAITH HILL's album Cry releases on Warner Brothers records on October 15th.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Didn't know Mr. Houston personally, but he sure sounds like a special man. I'm sure he knew he was loved and appreciated, but the emails you printed today were very moving. When I thought I was losing a dear friend and former boss from my radio days, I told him I loved him...had never done that. I make it a point to tell friends and family how much they mean to me now. Have prayed for his family and friends that they will find peace in knowing he isn't suffering, and that he will never really leave them as they have all those wonderful memories. JC

JIM TRAVIS [Jo] (Hot Springs, AR) Ron Houston and I worked together at KBUC. Did you know that he carried a bag of dog food in his car in case he came across a hungry stray? You've got to be a cut above to do that. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

DAVID DOERR (Biloxi, MS) Jim, I used to listen to Ron Houston, Allen Grimm, Nick St John, Sam Kindrick, Bobby Reyes, and so many others on San Antonio's KEXL back in the mid 70's. Years later I listened to Ron during the early days of KFAN. He used to say, "Keep the FAN blowing". Two years ago he called to thank me for having made the recording of KEXL’s last three hours. He wanted me to know he had just received the "KEXL is Dead" double CD which had been produced from that recording. It was a thrill to hear "The Voice" talking to me. I received that call on my cell phone as I was enjoying the view from the scenic overlook of the Hwy 90 bridge over the Pecos River. But the only time I ever met Ron was at Nick St John’s Memorial Service in San Antonio last year. I had helped Bobby Reyes navigate up the hill from the parking lot to the Memorial site in San Antonio Gardens and was returning to my car to get my camera. On my return, halfway back up the hill with camera in hand, I spotted a fellow in a white shirt and white hat that was obviously a little "winded". I asked him if I could help him. He smiled and said, "I’m just taking a little rest here". That voice gave him away. I smiled because I knew it was Ron. I shook his hand, told him I was the one who had made the "KEXL is Dead" recording and offered my assistance. As we walked up the hill together I joked about how his voice had given him away. He was amused, as if he had heard that many times before. He replied "Yeah, even if I robbed a Texas bank with a ski mask on they’d know it was me as soon as I opened my mouth". Rest in Peace Ron, you were a really good man! David A Doerr Biloxi, MS, USA

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Thanks for the progress report, Jim...I shudder when I think of the discomfort you've endured, and the visual conjured up by the bag filling with blood is just horrifying. TIME will heal your challenge, and the pain will disappear. Just think how blessedly wonderful that will be. Visualize the freedom from discomfort, and let THAT be the focus of your thoughts...just see this interim time as the last minute of an 800 meter run; the finish line is right ahead of you, buddy. Dan McCurdy

FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth-Hurst, TX) Jim I continue to keep you in prayer and I’m with the others, there was no reason you should have been awake for the procedure. I talked with my urologist this week and he said no way should you have been left awake. Change doctors. Bob Tomlinson

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JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Hey Jim, Almost every male I've known over the years has had some sort of prostate issue, including me. The last biopsy I had was negative, thank the dear lord, but it was completely painless. The stories of your experience are unimaginable! Who is this clown that allows you to suffer with the painful treatment you describe? Next time you see him, take along a small branding iron and tell him to bend over! Best of luck, bud...as always. Joe Ford

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, Whoever came up with the idea for prostates needs to be tarred and feathered. From one sufferer to another, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Count me in also as one who questions the idea of keeping you awake during the procedure. I would want industrial strength meds to knock me out. I hope you get completely well and pain-free, really soon. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

TRIVIA ANSWER: Midnight Cowboy in 1969 is the first and only X-rated production to win the Academy Award for Best Picture.

SUSAN SONTAG (January 16, 1933-December 28, 2004) It's a pleasure to share one's memories. Everything remembered is dear, endearing, touching, precious.

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October 16, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #726

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

COMCAST WANTS NBC NOW

Comcast Cable Communications which is the largest U.S. cable service provider wants its 51%-49% partnership deal done for the purchase of NBCU by November 2009. Insiders indicate that Steve Burke, Comcast's COO and Comcast Cable Communications President, would replace [NBCU CEO Jeff] Zucker after a short period of time. The deal depends on whether French conglomerate Vivendi goes along with the proposal for Comcast to buy most of NBCU from General Electric. This hinges on whether Vivendi gets as much as it thinks it should for its 20% minority stake. The options include a sale back to GE to register it for an IPO or to keep it for another year.

TV ANCHORS RUN TELEPROMPTERS

To save money WTTG TV FOX CH5 Fox O&O in Washington, D.C. plans to reassign its technicians who operate the electronic teleprompters that feed scripted news copy to TV anchors while they're on the air. Instead, WTTG TV wants its TV anchors to do that job themselves.

ROY ROGERS SHUTS DOWN

The owners of the Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Museum in Branson, MO announce that they close its doors in December 2009. The nonprofit group that runs the museum says that it shutters its doors because of dwindling attendance plus the uncertain economy. The Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Museum opens in California in 1967 and moves to Branson for six years. The museum's memorabilia and artifacts that are on display are to go on sale. Roy Rogers Jr. says that he looks for a new location in the Branson area to continue its live shows, but he gives no other details.

GEICO BIG SPENDER

According to Media Monitors, Geico auto insurance company is radio's biggest national advertiser last week. Geico runs 41,231 spots. Home Depot is #2 with 29,308 commercials. But the biggest mover is Wal-Mart. Media Monitors says Wal-Mart is the 9th-biggest advertiser up from #80 a week earlier.

TRIVIA QUESTION: David Seville's hit Witch Doctor tops Billboard's Pop chart. It also is at the top of what other music survey? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•STUART & NANCY EPPERSON's Truth Broadcasting Corporation buys ESPN Sports-Talk WTIX-980 (WTIX-690 New Orleans, LA from 1953-2005) from GHB Broadcasting for $400,000 which gives them a fifth AM radio station in the Greensboro-Winston-Salem, NC market. •THE 2009 LEW KLEIN ALUMNI IN THE MEDIA AWARDS go to Phil Jasner of The Philadelphia Daily News; Bernie Prazenica, GM of WPVI TV ABC CH6; Irv Randolph, Managing Editor Philadelphia Tribune; Stephen J. Sansweet, Head of Fan Relations Lucasfilm Limited and Addie Zinone, Co-founder Pro vs. G.I. Joe non profit for military troops.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 THE EVERLY BROTHERS Wake Up Little Susie is #1 Billboard Country single on October 14th. •1962 MICHAEL PETER BALZARY aka Flea bassist with Rap style Rock foursome Red Hot Chili Peppers born on October 16th. •1970 DOUG VIRDEN vocalist-bass player with Sons Of The Desert born on October 14th in Denver, CO. •1982 MOLLY BENNETT Irish folk singer/Ceili dance instructor in Denver, CO born on October 12th. •1991 TRACY LAWRENCE's debut single Sticks And Stones releases on Atlantic records on October 15th. •2007 LUCIANO PAVAROTTI Italian tenor singer dies at 71 with pancreatic cancer on September 6th.

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CHAD EVERSON (Minneapolis-St Cloud-Princeton, MN) Jim, I am so sorry to hear that you have to go through that surgery! We will keep you in our prayers here in www.WGGRN.com land! Remember, When it is Getting Grizzly, there is no Gain without the Pain! I pray your surgery goes well and you can get back to doing what you love! Radio with us on WGGRN.com! Please enjoy Theodore Media LLC: three legged Grizzly Groundswell Stool! (www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com) Radio Networks: www.WGGRN.com Magazine: www.TemerityMagazine.com for Domain and Hosting sales http://grizzlytemerity.com for all our merchandise http://cafepress.com/WGGRN. Our Email Mailing list can be found and subscribed to here on this page: http://theodoremedia.com/mailman/listinfo/theodoremediamembers_theodoremedia.com Thank you! Chad T. Everson

MARY LYNN KNOCHELMAN (Cincinnati, Ohio) I'll keep you in my prayers. My son's best friend's father had prostate cancer, and had to also deal with what you are enduring now. He's now cancer free and spent the past weekend participating in a chili cook-off in Charleston, West Virginia. In fact he was interviewed for an internet news story written by my son Matt for www.WLWT.com. I'll send the story to you. Maybe it will cheer you up.

ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Dear Mr. Rose, Your letter makes me so sad – knowing that you continue to undergo such pain. What a brave soul you are. Both Jen and I keep you in our prayers and know that there must be something wonderful waiting for one who has paid such a high pain price in this life. With much affection, Attila Honey

JENNIFER BROOKINS (Atlantic City-Pittsgrove, NJ) Dear Friend, I am so sorry that you suffer so…yet, you keep on trucking! I keep you forever in my heart and prayers. Love, Jen

FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Hope you feel better my friend. I'm praying you heal quickly. Frank Haley

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COLONEL ST. JAMES (Houston, TX) Hey Jim, Man, I am so sorry that you are having to go through all this torment! Who is your urologist? I never want to see him! Just hang in there. It'll all be over soon, and you'll be feeling better before you know it. God bless you and be with you, Jim! Aloha, Colonel St. James (www.colonelstjames.com) / (www.facebook.com/col.stjames) Listen 7pm til 12Mid CT online at www.kkrw.com!

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Jimbo, hope you're feeling better. I'm gonna be preaching at Grace United Methodist Church, I-30 West at Clover Lane in Fort Worth this coming Sunday (Oct. 18th) at 10:50 am. I'd love to have all my friends in the DFW area come by (and even mine enemies!) The sermon is "The importance of Grace." There'll be a covered dish lunch afterwards. Methodists seldom carry Bibles but ALWAYS bring covered dishes to church. Life is so good. Brand new baby granddaughter, Brooke Austyn, came into the world Monday, Oct 5th in Maryland. And Grandma and I were watching "Cadillac Records" on cable last night about Chess Records and Muddy Waters, Etta James, Chuck Berry et al. It was a good 'un. David Perkins (nee Charlie Brown WBAP and KPRC) The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

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EVELYN PATE-ALLEN (Kemp-Tool, TX) Hope things are on the mend. Will continue to keep you in my prayers. Several in the Dallas area are praying for you. they are F.A.H.S. Evelyn Pate Allen

ED STERN (Uvalde, TX) Jim: Why did your surgeon keep you awake while he did this procedure? If I were you, I would question this decision with the hospital administration/medical staff. I have never heard of anything like this. Hang in there. Ed "An unlimited power to tax involves, necessarily, a power to destroy"--John Marshall

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, October 17th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: To the surprise of many, the novelty tune Witch Doctor by David Seville tops the Billboard R&B chart for one week in May, 1958.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) I have to give you props, Jim. If my doctor told me he was going to stick a rod up my ****** and turn on a searing hot blazing inferno that would burn my prostate like a fiery furnace straight from hell, and that would somehow make me feel better, I would kick his butt on the spot and leave...without paying the bill. Here's to you getting well FAST. Because if they did that to you as the FIRST thing, I would hate to consider what that doctor would be doing as an alternative that happens to be more invasive and painful. Chins up, my friend. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

RONALD REAGAN (To surgeons as he enters the operating room on March 30, 1981.) I hope you're all Republicans.

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October 14, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #725

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

R.I.P. RUSTY WIER

The Austin American-Statesman has an article that shocks us music lovers. The Austin, TX musician who Bonnie Raitt covers his hit song Don’t It Make You Wanna Dance in the movie soundtrack of Urban Cowboy dies at 65 after a two-year battle with cancer. Bonnie's recording of his song earns Rusty a Double Platinum Album that certifies over two million in sales. Country/Southern Rock icon Rusty Wier passes away at his son Coby’s home in Driftwood, TX on Thursday night, October 8, 2009. Jerry Jeff Walker leads a group of musicians as they sing Amazing Grace at Wier's bedside. Rusty has his own chapter in Jan Reid’s book The Improbable Rise of Redneck Rock that chronicles Austin’s progressive country scene of the 1970s. But his contribution to the Austin music scene goes back to the Sizzlin' Sixties. As a student at Southwest Texas State, Austin's hottest band back then, Wig, that forms during the British Invasion recruits Rusty as a drummer. Wier later moves on over to Country/Rock band, Lavender Hill Express as a drummer and singer. But he soon steps out front with his own group. Joe Ables, owner of Saxon Pub where Rusty plays every Thursday for almost 15 years, says A memorial service will probably take place at the Saxon, though details are still being worked out with the family.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the importance of a luthier to the music industry? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MARIA BRENNAN resigns her presidency of the American Women in Radio & Television to become President/CEO of Women in Cable Telecommunications. Sylvia Strobel, AWRT National Board Chairperson, is its new president. •BOB RICHARDS is new Operations Manager of Emmis-Indianapolis cluster: Country WLHK FM (Hank FM 97.1), AC WYXB FM (B105.7), News/Talk WIBC FM (93.1) and Sports WFNI-1070 (The Fan). •FARID SULEMAN Citadel CEO replaces President of Citadel Media, Jim Robinson, with Citadel Interactive SVP, John Rosso, as new leader of the Citadel Media pack.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 EARL SCRUGGS suffers a fractured hip in an early-morning automobile accident 15 miles east of Knoxville, TN. •1968 JAY FERGUSON rhythm guitar/bass/drums with Canadian rock band Sloane born on October 14th. •1977 DOLLY PARTON's Here You Come Again releases on RCA records on October 6th. •1980 ASHANTI singer/songwriter born Ashanti Douglas on October 13, 1980 in Glen Cove, NY. •1991 WILLIE NELSON's single Always On My Mind certifies Gold and Platinum on October 7th almost 10 years after its release. •2008 NAPPY BROWN [Napoleon Brown Culp] R&B singer dies on September 20th.

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C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Bless your heart, my prayers are with you my old friend! ~ Keep me informed! CC

SHIRLEY ROSE-REPASS (New Orleans-Mandeville, LA) Well, I am thankful the procedure is over. I knew that it would be painful, but you need to get that Rx filled to prevent any infection. You certainly don't want any complications. Maybe now you can get some relief from your prostate problems when this heals. Two weeks sounds about right. Just follow their instructions closely. Try to get some rest and let your body heal. Love, Shirley

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Man, that sounds awfully painful and stressful as well. Pray to God your surgeon knows what he's doing, and that the eventual result will mean a huge positive difference in your quality of life. Tom

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) My friend Jim, My prayers go out to you. You've got to be in misery. I can only image the agony you are in at this time. Please hang in there. I'm trying to learn that song 'If you're going thru h***?' it's a beast to sing because it's out of common meter phrasing and a lot of incongruent rhymes. The point is it's got to apply to your situation. Keep on moving...you're gonna make it to the well side. CC

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Thanks for the update, Jim. Maybe this will do the job. Will pray for a speedy recovery! For some reason, before, I had the idea that you were supposed to go in for something on the 5th...the same day I had to go to my doctor, and that's where my confusion came. Of course, I was having email problems, etc., so I get confused easily, anyway. Seems the private parts of our bodies are just so super sensitive that anything hurts in those areas. Makes me shudder. Some blood in the urine after this procedure is to be expected, though. Main thing is that they get it fixed. Take care, my friend. JC

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LIZ [HOUSTON] PATRANELLA (Austin, TX) The memorial service for Ron [Houston] will be held Friday, October 16, 2009, at 2:00 PM at the Blanco United Methodist Church in Blanco, Texas. Liz

MONDAY'S SURGERY The urologist performs yet another procedure as they call it. Each one is more painful than the other. This time they use micro-wave to burn away a portion of my prostate. Hurts worse than anything imaginable. The urologist jams a tube inside me. The burning heat is unbelievable. Takes about 45 minutes of this terrible pain. Have to remain with a catheter for 2 more weeks. Maybe this time I win the prostate lottery.

KEN DOWE (Dallas, TX) UGH! Will say a few good prayers for you, my friend...Ken

RICHARD [DICK] GLANCEY (San Antonio, TX) God Bless and take care!

LYNN WOOLLEY (Waco-Killeen-Temple, TX) You were awake? That's ridiculous. (www.BeLogical.com)

FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth-Hurst, TX) They didn’t put you under for this??????? I think I suggested the last time that you find another doctor. I dropped my first one. Will never go back to him. I visit my new one tomorrow to talk more about the Kidney stones. Bob Tomlinson

BOB CROWLEY (DFW-Arlington, TX) ouch! That's some painful medical help you're getting there. Hope all is better by the Hall of Fame inductions. I imagine there are more than a few looking forward to visiting with you. I'm hanging in, hanging out and hanging on for now.

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#724) October 12, 2009 [Monday] OUCH!!! Prayers going up for you Jim...DrB

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Jim...You're in my prayers about your procedure and future health. Would sure like to find out how it goes for you, but it makes more sense for me to read it as you report it in JRRR. My best to you, Jim...God Bless you, buddy...Dan McCurdy

CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) I'm sorry to hear you're still in such pain, Jim! Hope they can do something about it quickly! cs

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) My prayers are with you. I hope you get well and soon.

ROBERT REYES (San Antonio, TX) ...OH Jim! ...my prayers and good thoughts are always with you! ...all I can say is be strong and patient!! ...when my brother, Eddie, went through his situation, he also released blood from his urine as well ...my late father had a tumor is his bladder and the urologist gave us two options ...he would gradually scrape some of the tumor OR completely remove the bladder ...we opted for the gradual scraping of the tumor but I felt it contributed to his decline in health and he at least had a few years but eventually passed away ON HIS 95th BIRTHDAY two years ago ...crazy that we all wish we could live forever but that's not the plan THE LORD has for us all! ...hang there, sir, and we will keep those good thoughts for your recovery ...will be looking for your next newsletter. Bobby R.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Thinking of you today...BOB & BARB

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) At least they didn't make a mistake and accidently remove what the tube goes into. (does it hurt to laugh?) All jokes aside, hang in there it will get better.

TRIVIA ANSWER: A luthier is important to the music industry because the craftsman makes or repairs stringed instruments such as guitars and violins. DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Hi Jim, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hang in there, old friend! Dean (www.cmtcountry.com)

WENDALL HULSE (D/FW-Grand Prairie, TX) Hang in there, Jim. Our prayers are still with you. Wendel Hulse

BILLY JOEL (May 9, 1949-p) Say goodbye to the oldies, but goodies, because the good old days weren't always good and tomorrow ain't as bad as it seems.

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October 12, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #724

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NABJ KEEPS AN EYE ON IMUS

The new cable TV simulcast of Don Imus' WABC-770 NYC Citadel morning show on Fox Business Network begins its broadcast on Monday, October 5, 2009. Reports indicate that the I-Man brings a huge ratings boost to FBN with about 177,000 total viewers in the 6-9 am ET slot, which is up from a previous all-day average of only 21,000. But the group that the leads the charge that calls for CBS Radio to fire Imus' after his alleged racially charged comments about the Rutgers Women’s basketball team the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) says that it plans to monitor Don Imus' content and guests on his new show. Enter Dolly Parton with her Christmas 1977 tune. Here You Come Again. Bob Butler, NABJ VP of Broadcasting, says that he is disappointed in the lineup of guests on last Monday’s first Imus in the Morning show on FBN. Don's guests include controversial African-American author Debra Dickerson and FOX News Channel personality and Premiere Radio Networks host Glenn Beck. I am disappointed that Don Imus did not seek to make his first show on the FOX Business Channel fair and balanced. Eric Deggans, past chairman of NABJ’s Media Monitoring Committee, also has harsh words about Imus, Diversity is clearly not a part of the new Imus image. Despite Imus’ much-ballyhooed addition of two black performers to his crew in December of 2007, the all-male team on the air this morning was middle-aged and white.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Shel Silverstein writes Dr. Hook's hit The Cover of Rolling Stone. Does the group ever appear on its cover? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Clint Wright's [KIKK FM] birthday is on Tuesday, October 13th. •DOUG MCINTYRE mornings on KABC-790 Los Angeles, CA has his final show on Thursday, September 24, 2009 before he heads to WABC-770 NYC to move into the 5-6am Imus In The Morning lead-in hour. Beginning Friday, September 25th Peter Tilden L.A. market vet is his replacement on KABC. •RUSH LIMBAUGH donates $500K to House Ear Institute in Los Angeles, CA in memory of the doctor he says saved his career. •RICK AMATO KCBQ-1170 night host wins San Diego, CA Press Club’s 36th annual Excellence in Journalism Awards.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 JANE SIBERRY Canadian New Wave singer/songwriter/keyboards/guitar born in Toronto, Ontario on October 12th. •1966 TIM RUSHLOW lead singer of Little Texas born on October 6th in Arlington, TX. •1978 BRIAN CASEY one half of the twin lead singers with R&B band Jagged Edge born on October 13th. •1984 HAL DAVID & BILLY SHERRILL induct into the Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame on October 7th. •1990 ART BLAKEY Jazz Be-Bop drummer dies at 71 of cancer on October 16th in NYC. •2002 TOBY KEITH debuts a new Ford Trucks commercial during Monday Night Football on ABC-TV on October 7th.

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JERRY SEABOLT (Nashville, TN) Jim, you can add me to the lengthy number of those who were touched by Shelby (Singleton). I was the National Promotion Director for Smash Records in Chicago when Shelby (through Norro Wilson) found that I wanted to live in Nashville. I drove down on a Saturday and we swapped Mercury stories for an hour or so and he asked me what time I could start on Monday. It was the way he made decisions about people. If it felt right, do it. Four days later I was driving a new Cadillac with those three S's on the door and getting to work with an icon (and wishing in my later years that I had appreciated his expertise more). Another legend becomes immortal in our hearts.

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Jim, I gather something is supposed to happen on the 12th regarding your on-going problem. Prayers will be with you. Just do whatever is BEST for you!!! Sounds as though some of your friends and readers have given you some really good advice. IF we don't have our health...we have nothing, especially when it really limits us. God bless you. Oh, very sorry to hear about Mr. Singleton. He sure wasn't a complainer, bless his heart! I never realized how much he had done. Amazing. Hope YOU have a relaxing weekend. IF the rain would EVER let up and the sun would shine, I would be a happy camper. Hoping to be able to go to Bentonville this weekend with a friend so I can visit with my son and his wife and my three grandchildren. Don't know if that will happen...still, I can hope. Take care of you!!!! JC

MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2009 is the day that the urologist opens me up as he mentions at our last appointment. The procedure that he uses is Cooled TUMT (transurethral microwave thermotherapy) on my Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) which is an enlarged prostate. Will still have to keep the catheter and bag in place for at least another week. By then I should flow like Niagara Falls.

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RON HOUSTON Receive email from folks in broadcasting about the death of San Antonio radio-TV icon Ron Houston. Ron's survivors include his beloved wife of 34 years, Sheryl Houston, three adult children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A memorial service is Friday, October 16, 2009 at 2:00 PM at the Blanco United Methodist Church in Blanco, TX.

LIZ PATRANELLA (Austin, TX) Subject: Ron Houston. Though some of you have already heard, I felt I should send this message to our group to let you all know this sad news. Ron Houston passed away Wednesday. The message I received from Woody Roberts was forwarded from Sam Kendrick as follows: Ron Houston died this morning of a heart attack. I loved the guy so much, and my heart is breaking right now. I thought you should know. I just got off the phone with his wife Cheryl. She is by herself up in Blanco. She says there will be a memorial service in the Blanco Methodist Church on Oct. 16. Wants me to help with an obit. Mike Collie called me tonight. He called Augie and left a message on the answering machine. Bruce Hathaway sent a message that he thinks the Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. If I receive further confirmation of these plans, I will let you know. As you all know, Ron was so dear to me and this has been the most devastating news to bear. I hope you will all remember him in your prayers. He was so gifted and a truly special person. My love to you all, Liz

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BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Jim; It is with great sadness that I relay the news; Ron Houston has died. He apparently passed away Thursday of a heart attack. (www.blancocountynews.com/news/article/21444) Many of us remember Ron from his two stints on KEXL and at KBUC. I believe he also worked at KTSA. In later years he served as the Mayor Pro Tem for the city of Blanco. In my humble opinion, Ron was the best voice EVER in radio. He had a great success as a commercial announcer. My favorite memory was the day I was working on my car, listening to KBUC, and gave a call. I didn't identify myself. I asked of he could play a Bob Wills tune, or something by George Strait. Within ten minutes he played a Bob Wills tune done by George Strait. He will be missed. Bob Crowley

ROBERT REYES [Bobby] (San Antonio, TX) Jim...Longtime radio and TV voice, Ron Houston passed away in Blanco, Texas, October 7, 2009. I worked with Ron in the mid 1970's at KEXL. Ron worked at KONO, KTSA and was the main voice of KLRN-TV. Ron, I will miss you very much! GOD BLESS YOU, old friend! ...here is an official print out on Ron Houston from the Blanco County News and hope you will consider using in a future newsletter, and have a good weekend! Bobby R.

JENNIFER PARADIS (Blanco, TX) From: Blanco County News to Bobby Reyes. Subject: Ron Houston obit. Hello! Attached is the obituary the funeral home sent me right after I got off the phone with you. I also posted it online if you would like to share it with anyone. (www.blancocountynews.com/news/article/21521) Thanks, Jennifer

TRIVIA ANSWER: Dr. Hook really does appear on the cover of Rolling Stone but only as a caricature, not an actual photograph.

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Ron Houston. Thursday: I just had lunch with a bunch of radio guys, Charlie Parker, Jay Howard, Hector Reyes, Bob Brown, Mark Carrillo, Joe Miller etc. and Charlie said he had been told Ron Houston died last night in Blanco. I don't know any particulars but Mark mentioned a service maybe held a week from Friday in Blanco. Ron was a great guy and tremendous voice. Gary DeLaune (www.garydnews.com)

MARK CARRILLO (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Sad News for Us All. We've been posting about it on FACEB00K and I have had a few nice comments about this pic I posted today. There is Ron at the very top. He's even higher up now. R.I.P. Mark Carrillo

ALLEN COLLINS & RONNIE VAN ZANT [Free Bird 1974 Lynyrd Skynyrd] If I leave here tomorrow, will you still remember me?

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October 09, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #723

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

COUNTRY MUSIC ICON DIES

A fella who signs and produces some of the biggest names in Country music history, Shelby Singleton, dies with brain cancer at 77 just before 1 pm on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN. This comes as quite a shock because Shelby is a subscriber and sometimes contributor to JRRR. Singleton tells me that he is born in the little east Texas town of Waskom that is about 15 miles east of Shreveport, LA which is the home of the Louisiana Hayride. He is born on December 16, 1931. Shelby is a renegade producer, record executive, song-hunter and promoter who fuses Country and R&B music. But probably we remember him the most for Jeannie C. Riley's hit single Harper Valley P.T.A. On Friday, July 26, 1968, Singleton produces the song on his Plantation Records label. The catchy Tom T. Hall tune crosses over to Billboard's Pop chart and sells a reported 6-8 million copies. It wins both the Grammy and CMA Awards. In the late 1950s, Shelby oversees regional radio promotion and retail business for the Starday and Mercury labels. In the early 1960s, he records three #1 Country records in one day with three different artists: Ray Stevens' Ahab the Arab, Leroy Van Dyke's Walk on By and Joe Dowell's Wooden Heart. While at Mercury records Singleton hears Roger Miller sing up tempo humorous songs so he lures him away from RCA. Roger becomes a major artist on Mercury-Smash records with songs like Dang Me. In 1967, he leaves Mercury to create Shelby Singleton Productions Incorporated. On July 1, 1969, Singleton buys the Sun record label from Sam Phillips. In the early 1970s, he forms the Sun International Corporation, which re-releases and re-packages Sun's early recordings by Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Charley Rich and Johnny Cash. Famous record producer Jerry Kennedy relates A lot of people in this town owe a lot to Shelby. He created a place here for a lot of us. Shelby did things in a different way. He was a maverick. He was the all-around record guy. Just a great merchandising guy, promoter and producer. He did it all, and he seemed to get along with everybody. Shelby was one of the biggest-hearted people around.

RAMS GET A RUSH

Awhile back Premiere Radio Networks Talk host Rush Limbaugh tells KMOX-1120 in St. Louis, MO that he wants to buy the NFL St. Louis Rams. Rush now confirms that he joins St. Louis Blues owner Dave Checketts to place a bid on the football franchise. Limbaugh indicates that he and Checketts will operate the team. Ownership of the Rams seems like a natural for Rush because he is born in and grows up in the state of Missouri. We do wonder what impact this has on Limbaugh because back in the 1970s when he is DJ Jeff Christie on the then Top 40 KQV-1410 Pittsburgh he adopts the Steelers as his favorite NFL team.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Where does Jimi Hendrix' play his first gig in the UK? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KCRA TV CH3 Hearst Television Sacramento, CA kicks off its 22nd annual KCRA 3 Kids Can Food Drive at Cal Expo from 4:30 am-7 pm on Friday, October 9, 2009. •DOUG KIEL Journal Broadcast Group CEO retires at the end of 2009. Doug comes to Journal in 1987 as GM of WKTI FM Milwaukee, WI. Steve Smith Journal Communications CEO replaces Doug as head of the radio and television station division. •JIM NETTLETON longtime Philadelphia. PA radio icon/original WFIL-560 Boss Jock dies of lung cancer at 69. •JAGUAR XJ flagship features HD Radio as standard equipment on its 2010 models.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 ROBERT [Kool] BELL bass guitar/singer with R&B group Kool & the Gang born on October 8th. •1969 LORETTA LYNN records Coal Miner's Daughter at Bradley's Barn on October 1st in Mt. Juliet, TN. •1973 SCOTT MORRISS bass player for British band the Bluetones born on October 10th. •1989 K.T. OSLIN & CLINT BLACK play Carnegie Hall on October 5th. •1994 DINO VALENTE lead singer (1970)/guitarist/songwriter with Rock band Quicksilver Messenger Service dies at 57 on November 16th. •2001 CAROLYN DAWN JOHNSON debuts on the Grand Ole Opry on October 5th with an introduction by Brad Paisley.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Subject: KVET. Hi, Jim, You have a marvelous way of bringing up subjects that ring bells with me...namely KVET in Austin. While I was a student at UT (1956 to January, '58) I worked at KVET signing on at 5 each morning Monday through Friday, working the board till 10, attending classes till 3, then back on the air during afternoon drive with "Daddy Tom's High Time". It was the "golden era" of rock and roll, with all of the great names just beginning to shine, including Elvis, Fats, Roy, The Killer, The Coasters, The Diamonds, Chuck - Berry and Willis, and all the women rockers. What a wonderful experience it was to be a DJ during that little slice of time in the 50's. Even though I was earning only $1.50 an hour (that's all owner Willard Deason would pay a student), my experience at K-VET was quite a bit more pleasant that yours. Again, thanks for the memories, Tom

J.D. ADAMS [B.J. Adams] (Coatesville, PA) Subject: KVET. Really is good to hear from you. You were always one of the guys who was in on "the joke". [at KVET] By the way, I was named Chuck Garrett (After Jerry G). What an ego maniac! I left Temple [KVET] right after you did. So far I've been at KLBK Lubbock, KEYI Austin (1st programming gig), WFIL Philly, KWFM Tucson, WMGK Denver and WQSR Baltimore. Everything except Lubbock was programming. Also did some analysis work for Arbitron on the side. Helped them develop Maximizer. Baltimore was my last radio gig. We wanted to get back to Colorado. I was hired as a salesman by Eagle Marketing in Fort Collins, CO. Oddly, I turned out to be pretty good at it. I signed up Z100 and 3 others in NYC as well as stations in SF, Philly, Boston, Dallas, and Houston...made a small fortune. Eventually became the VP/Sale & Marketing for the company. (God I hated dealing with sales people!) The owner retired, gave the company to his 22 year old son and the company failed within a 1 1/2 years. Consolidation was killing radio so I decided to start my own business. I bought 3 "Geeks On Call" computer franchises. Big mistake. I used our own money to pay cash for them. Then found out I sucked as an owner, started using credit cards to keep the business alive. We lost EVERYTHING. We actually had to file for bankruptcy. I've been driving trucks and selling cars for the last year. Kill Me! Heads up...everything you ever heard about car salesman is true. Catch up with you later...JD

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ED STERN (Uvalde, TX) Subject: B J Adams. Jim: Could you send me B.J.'s email? B.J. (Verle Freeman) was my PD at KEYS back in the late 70s-early 80s. B.J. was one of the best PDs I ever had and probably the best production talent I ever knew. Would like to reestablish contact with him. Many thanks. Ed "An unlimited power to tax involves, necessarily, a power to destroy" John Marshall

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JIM MCCURDY (Austin, TX) Jim, Next Sunday, October 11, is the big Twang Dang Doodle, which will benefit SaveKUTAustin, the group largely responsible for bringing to the public's attention all the changes that have occurred at KUT over the past few years. KUT Management has quietly been whittling away at the things that made KUT the great station it once was. They've canceled Larry Monroe's Texas Radio, LiveSet, Segway City, and most recently Phil Music. In addition, they have canceled Paul Ray's Jazz. Larry and Paul's overnight programs were replaced with a pre-recorded show from California (UnderCurrents). KUT has a new slogan: Handpicked, Homegrown, Uniquely Austin. With the exception of some specialty programs, the current format restrictions make all of KUT's music programs sound alike rather than permit them to retain the individual character that our musicologist program hosts once provided. Handpicked? Yes! But by a Music Committee. KUT has been a major reason that Austin is the "Live Music Capitol of the World". If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation to SaveKUTAustin, which has worked tirelessly for the past two months to return KUT to its former excellence. You may donate online at www.savekutaustin.com/ Many Thanks, Jim McCurdy

TRIVIA ANSWER: Jimi Hendrix' first gig in the UK is in a Newcastle pub but lasts only about three minutes because he plays so loud that he blows every fuse in the building which brings the show to an end.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Back now in sunny Houston. Just found a site you will enjoy from a DJ in WI; go to: www.jaymooreinthemorning.com click on Critter Page area & enjoy the dog pics, PLUS the Pet's 10 Commandments. Thought of you when I read, too. BOB

ANDY ROONEY (January 14, 1919-p) The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.

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Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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October 07, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #722

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NEW FAIRNESS DOCTRINE

Many fear that localism proposals can possibly lead to a new Fairness Doctrine which is not really fair at all. FCC Commissioner Robert McDowell tells attendees at the National Religious Broadcasters Capitol Hill Media Summit on Thursday, September 24, 2009 that proposed localism requirements, like content disclosure forms and mandatory community advisory boards can achieve Fairness Doctrine goals through a different route.

DOES BRADY RETURN?

Jeanne Jakle, Entertainment Columnist for the San Antonio, Express-News hints that a name from the city's newscast past, Jeff Brady, formerly of KSAT TV ABC CH12, might return to the local TV anchor chair. The rumor begins last week when KENS TV CBS CH5 employees spot Jeff, now in his mid-40s, among candidates for Chris Marrou's news chair. In the 1990s Brady is a co-anchor with Ursula Pari on KSAT TV. In 2000, some refer to Brady as a young Dan Rather before he exits KSAT TV to tackle the news desk on WFAA TV ABC CH8 in Dallas, TX. In early 2009, Jeff vacates WFAA TV to start his own digital media company, Brady Media Group. Does Jeff Brady return to Alamo City TV? Only the Shadow knows. Don't touch that Bat dial.

TOO MUCH MONEY FOR PUBLIC RADIO HOST?

In a September 2009 Washington Post article NPR host Scott Simon goes public with his salary but he opens a can of worms. Is $300,648 too much for a National Public Radio host? Simon says that he's grateful for what he makes, plus he says that he donates money to a number of NPR member stations. He tells his listeners, Most everybody in commercial broadcasting earns a lot more.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the most successful contestant on American Idol? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DON SHIELDS newsman for 24 years on WMCM FM (103.3) in Rockland exits to do University of Maine women’s basketball games. •MATT LAUER of NBC TV's The Today Show receives the Excellence in the Media award from Temple’s School of Communications on October 20, 2009. •GROOVES evening personality on Clear Channel Top 40 WIHT FM (Hot 99.5) Washington, D.C. hits the exit ramp on October 2, 2009. Contact PD Thea Mitchem for this hot spot on the radio dial. •METRO TRAFFIC launches Traffic On The Go with live camera images of traffic conditions to smartphones and other mobile devices.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 DAVID TAYLOR bass guitarist with UK Pop group Edison Lighthouse born on October 7th. •1960 GREGG HUBBARD keyboardist with Sawyer Brown born on October 4th in Apopka, FL. •1975 SEAN LENNON son of John and Yoko singer/songwriter/bassist born on October 9th. •1989 MARTY STUART's album Hillbilly Rock releases on MCA records on October 3rd. •2002 TRACY BYRD's single Ten Rounds With Jose Cuervo lands at #1 on Billboard on October 5th. •2007 FLORIAN PITTIS stage & TV actor/folk singer/radio producer who helps popularize Western Rock bands in communist Romania dies at 63 on August 5th.

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IN EARLY 1973 I decide to leave the PD/MD/AM Drive position at Country KBER FM-AM in San Antonio. Jerry Gee PD of KVET-1300 in Austin, TX calls with an offer for the all night show. So fed up with things at KBER that I'm ready to vamoose at the first opportunity. Jerry and I agree on the money but he wants to change my air name to coincide with his initials. So we start things off on the wrong foot. Still have my townhouse on the Pecan Valley golf course in San Antonio so have to drive the long distance to Austin to do the 5 hour all night airshift. Really like it at KVET but do not want to change my on air name which happens to be my real name. On the very first night after I get off the air am very sleepy. Think about a motel room but decide to go ahead and drive back home to the Alamo City. On I-35 a car pulls over into my lane. Quickly swerve to the left but hit the left rear portion of the car. Causes my vehicle to spin around and land in a ditch off the right side of the highway. Do not have the seat belt on so my stomach slams the steering wheel. Only slight pain at the moment. The car that pulls in front of me is full of people who do not speak a single word of English. Climb the high embankment to the gas station up above. Call my girlfriend. Elizabeth, who is a nurse in San Antonio. Tell her what happens and to please call North Star Dodge to send a wrecker to pick up my car because it’s not drivable. By the time Liz arrives the stomach pain is intense. Hurts badly just to try to stand up or even attempt to walk. She rushes me to a hospital in San Antonio. The surgeon that she works for says that I have internal bleeding. He wants to keep me in the hospital to see if the bleeding stops on its own. Already decide never to return to KVET because the PD wants to change my name. Jerry Gee calls the hospital almost every day but he refuses to take No for an answer for me to come back. Guess that's when he hires B.J. Adams for KVET's all night show but he doesn't tell B.J. that it's only until I get out of the hospital. The joke is on B.J. because he thinks that it's a permanent position. But I never do want to return to KVET so it's kind of a reverse joke on its PD, Jerry Gee. During my hospital stay, Chuck White PD of Top 40 KTEM-1500 in Temple, TX calls to offer AM Drive. How he finds out that I'm in the hospital in San Antonio remains a mystery. Chuck even comes by one day for a visit. Seems like a really nice guy plus Temple is a lot closer to my home town, Dallas. So I accept his offer of AM Drive DJ on KTEM-1500 while still flat on my back in the hospital. After I'm on the air on the morning show for a month or so, B.J. Adams, the all night DJ on KTEM, tells me his story that KVET's PD only hires him to fill in for me until I get out of the hospital while he leads him on to believe that it's a permanent position. Then in just a matter of a month or so we both end up on KTEM. What a small world. After many years in major market radio completely forget how it is in the smaller radio markets. The KTEM DJ spot ranks as one of the worst decisions that I ever make. Ray Potter PD of Top 40 KFJZ-1270 in Ft. Worth offers all nights. So in 1973 I vacate KTEM. Ray is a wonderful guy. KFJZ is fabulous. There's not a finer radio station on earth than KFJZ. In early 1974 Ray leaves King Z. The new PD moves me on up to the 9am-noon DJ position. So the radio merry-go-round keeps on spinning. But then out of the clear blue sky B.J. Adams who is now J.D. Adams sends a surprising email to JRRR.

B.J. ADAMS (Coatesville, PA) Subject: Jim!!! This is BJ Adams (now JD Adams) [formerly] Temple, TX. Hey Jim, I ran across this e-mail address by accident. Couldn't believe your name popped up. Don't know if you remember me. I had the job at KVET/KASE that they hired you for. I moved to KTEM and you came in a couple months later. Let me know if you get this. Take care and hope you're Having a nifty life...JD Adams

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TOM FONTAINE (Houston, TX) Hey Jim!! Do you still like Blue Bell Ice Cream?? I remember you LOVED that...back when we worked at KILT!! I'm not there anymore...they let me go at the end of March...therefore no [KILT] E-Mail address...currently it's fontainetom1@gmail.com. Hope to hear from you soon...would love to catch up with you! Hope all is going well- Tom

VICKY PICKERING [JOHN] (Houston, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue # 718. Jim, we will be praying for you on October 12th especially. John is a prostate cancer survivor having had 42 radio therapy treatments in the Fall of 2008. Vicky and John Pickering (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com) / (www.myspace.com/thepicksbuddyholly)

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ROBERT POER (Dallas-Highland Village, TX) Hello Jim. I enjoy your newsletter. It is very informative about the radio business and related items. I am retired from the music business in Dallas, but I have several friends in the radio industry here. Keep up the good work. (www.facebook.com/)

LESLIE WAYNE HODGES (Marshall, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio September 16, 2009 [W] #713. Jim, I appreciate the work and time you put into your Jim Rose Remembers Radio. Thank you, Leslie Wayne Hodges

TRIVIA ANSWER: The most successful contestant on American Idol is Kelly Clarkson who has 10 songs on Billboard's charts.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, October 3rd. 12th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) If a man yells 'You lie!' in a room full of politicians, how do they know who he's talking to?

SIR WALTER SCOTT (1771-1832) O, what a tangled web we weave, When first we practice to deceive!

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October 05, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #721

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LEGENDARY BROADCASTER IS NO MORE

Longtime Iowa radio announcer Richard [Dic] Youngs dies at 68 after a long illness. Dic is on KIOA-940 (now KPSZ) Des Moines, IA for 42 years. Youngs' last position on KIOA is afternoon host until his retirement two years ago. Richard begins his career in radio in 1966 when he is a young 16 after he wins an amateur DJ contest on KSO-1460 Des Moines. Over the years Youngs holds radiothons that raise more than $500,000 for the Variety Club. In 2006, Dic Youngs inducts into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He is also a member of the Iowa Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame. Dic Youngs' survivors include his wife Jan, daughter Jennifer plus a granddaughter.

COMCAST SEEKS TO BUILD A RADIO EMPIRE

Five years after Comcast fails in its bid for the Walt Disney Company, Brian L. Roberts again looks to fulfill his long-sought dream to turn his cable company into a major media conglomerate. According to sources with knowledge of the negotiations who request anonymity because talks continue, Comcast negotiates with General Electric to create a separate company that merges Comcast’s programming assets with NBC Universal. With those assets plus cash estimates of $6 billion to $7 billion, Comcast ends up with 51% control of NBC Universal, which G.E. and Vivendi now owns. If this deal works out Comcast, which already is the biggest owner of cable systems in America, can hold the most significant collection of cable television assets in the entire world that includes popular and profitable channels like USA, Bravo, CNBC and MSNBC. To add pudding to the pie, Comcast also receives the NBC broadcast network. Craig Moffett, an analyst at Sanford C. Bernstein & Company, predicts, If Comcast had control over the NBC portfolio, they would be calling the shots for a significant portion of American viewing hours. Frederick W. Moran, a Benchmark Company analyst, estimates that a combination of Comcast and NBC’s properties will blanket the marketplace. To many of us observers this creates quite a radio monopoly.

TRIVIA QUESTION: During the British Invasion of the 1960s, William Ashton uses the name Billy J. Kramer when he scores hits with Bad To Me and Little Children. Where does he come up with the name Billy J. Kramer? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! WAYNE WATKINS PM Drive DJ on Classic Rock WHGO FM (105.9) in Biloxi, MS celebrates his birthday on Friday, October 2nd. SALLY WILLIAMS [KILT-KPRC-KNUZ-KODA] has her birthday on Tuesday, October 6, 2009. •LARRY KING'S contract on CNN's Larry King Live expires in 18 months. Most likely name to pop up as his replacement is Ryan Seacrest. Don't touch that Bat dial. •CHAD LOPEZ General Sales Manager at CBS Radio News WCBS-880 NYC tacks on same duties at sister Classic Hits WCBS FM (101.1). •CATHY MURPHY moves on up to Sales Manager from Local Sales Manager of WCBS-880 NYC.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 GREG JENNINGS guitarist with Restless Heart born on October 2nd in Nicoma Park, OK. •1964 DAVE DEDERER guitarist/singer with Rock trio Presidents Of The U.S.A. born on October 5th. •1972 THE NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND's Classic album Will The Circle Be Unbroken releases on United Artists records on October 2nd. •1985 NICOLA ROBERTS vocals with British girl group Girls Aloud born on October 5th. •1992 JOHN MICHAEL MONTGOMERY's debut album, Life's A Dance releases on Atlantic records on September 28th. •2009 ANDY PARLE drummer with British Pop group Space dies (42) on August 1st.

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JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Tulsa, OK) Hi Jim! So great to hear from you...and I thank you so much for your kind words - it made my day. I really miss being on the air and nothing is available in Tulsa at the moment, but I keep trying. I don't believe I've met Mike Marshall, but he's gotta be one of the good guys to volunteer at Taping (gosh, I miss that place). So glad to hear your testament to Mike's being a super person - he'll fit right in there. Taping blows me away - a paid staff of 4 and more than 200 dedicated volunteers who get the word out to those with visual, perceptual and physical handicaps...everything from the daily newspaper to periodicals and even textbooks...whatever the client needs, Taping will record it if it's not done already. I had the best of both worlds - would fill in on reading the Houston Chronicle when needed and also had a weekly program, "Tales of Suspense." I got to read creepy stories and I loved it...like I said...I did it every week for over 17 years. I was also on the Outreach Committee. Your mentioning WFAA sure brought back memories. I worked at WFAA's FM...KZEW...when it first went on the air. I would talk with Bud Buschardt when I threw on long cuts - he did an oldies show on the A.M. side. Gosh...that was '73. The powers that be thought I wasn't good enough to be on the air much and so I finally jumped ship to KFWD-FM when they offered me a full-time job on the air. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers regarding your loss. Hang in there...it's so difficult, I know. Joanie Green Gallo

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KEN DOWE (Dallas, TX) Since tomorrow (Friday, October 2, 2009) is my last official day in the office (I'll be "of counsel" for a few more months, but not in the offices)...I thought I'd give you advance notice of this ad I just whipped out that will appear next week in "Inside Radio." the industry's leading national publication for those of you who do not know. Time to ride off into the sunset...while I can still see where I'm going...!! On Oct 1, 2009, at 9:41 am, Ken Dowe wrote: 'Fifty years is a lot of airtime. Enough that the moment has come to put away my Rock 'n Roll shoes and dance to another beat. Thanks for the happy years with so many of you who remain my lifelong friends. Kent Burkhart. Bill Young. Charlie Van Dyke. Beau Weaver. Chuck Blore. Chuck Dunaway. And those from long ago who welcomed inside a poor kid from the Mississippi Delta. Bill Stewart. John Rook. Skip Murphy, Ron Chapman, Shad O'Shea, And far too many more to name in one ad. Thanks for the joy filled times working alongside Brad Messer, Dan Mason, Rod Roddy, Sam Putney, Gary Wachter, and so many other great talents of course, at the very top: my mentor, the most brilliant broadcaster I've ever known: the remarkable Gordon McLendon, genius, and creator without peer. It's time for me to go on sabbatical. Which I intend to re-set on an annual basis. I am so appreciative for a lifetime of being able to live in the stardust you all sprinkled. Ken Dowe; Dallas-Ft. Worth; Santa Fe & Austin. God bless you all!'

MOOSE ROSENFIELD (Houston, TX) Hey Podnah, Nice to connect with you! (Facebook) Best email for me is mooserosenfeld@adzzoomail.com. moose@moosertravel.com is working …you were missing the r in moosertavel, our travel business. I am also a Campaign Director for AdzZoo, a Search Optimization Marketing Company…awesome for local businesses wanting a Page 1 on Google. When your time permits, check out http://houston.iadzzoo.com for a company overview. It would be great to catch up on all Good things KILT one day! Moose

RICHARD FOGLEMAN (Waco, Texas) Hey Jim, I have been getting these periodically in an ice rocket search for whenever Mexia, Texas or Waco, Texas is mentioned. I thoroughly enjoy reading about the media and thinking about the old days. My wife and I have Radio/TV degrees from Stephen F. Austin. She continued to work in the business but I took a different path. I work for the State of Texas and look forward to the next 3 years when I can retire and hope to get back in the business. I have found your "remembering radio" stuff very informative and brings back lots of memories. I look forward to reading it regularly and not just when you mention Mexia or Waco. Thanks, Richard Fogleman

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, October 10th. 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: The name Billy J. Kramer comes about when William Ashton takes the last part of his name (Kramer) at random from a telephone book. John Lennon suggests that Billy add a middle initial to give his name more appeal. He uses the initial J in memory of John's mother, Julia and for Lennon's newly born son, Julian.

BLAKE LINDSAY (Dallas-Addison, TX) I hope you are doing much better this week. You certainly continue to do a superb job writing your interesting column about radio and more, and we appreciate your caring hard work on it Jim. I often wonder how many hundreds of people reunited through your Jim Rose Remembers Radio, way before the Facebook craze. Talk with you soon. Hope you keep up your great work Jim. Blake Lindsay; Blazin' Blake Voice Productions: Hearing is Believing! (www.blazinblake.com)

DONNA ROBERTS (May 22, 1944-p) A friend knows the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails.

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October 02, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #720

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HOLLYWOOD ACTOR GOES TO HOSPITAL

One of the co-stars of the 1969 movie Easy Rider, Dennis Hopper, goes to a hospital in NYC after he develops flulike symptoms. Sheila Feren, Dennis' publicist, says that the 73-year-old actor complains of flulike stomach ailments and enters an unidentified NYC hospital on Wednesday afternoon, September 30, 2009. Entertainment Tonight reports that Hopper wears an oxygen mask with numerous tubes visible at the time of his hospital admission. We remember the legendary Oscar nominee in major films Hoosiers, Speed and one of my all time favorites Apocalypse Now. Dennis currently stars on the new Starz cable TV series Crash. He is in Gotham City to promote Crash but has to cancel all interviews and TV appearances. JRRR prays for Dennis Hopper's speedy recovery.

NEWS-TALK SOARS

Radio Inside reports that the historic presidential election plus a net increase of 30 new signals helps news/talk/information (N/T/I) formats to jump past Country in the first edition of Arbitron’s Radio Today which combines PPM and diary listening data. But radio’s fastest-growing format is Classic Hits.

M&M BUYS FOUR TX RADIO STATIONS

Gary Moss' M&M Broadcasters buys AC KLRK FM (92.9) Waco-Marlin, TX; Country KRQX-1590 & Country KRQX FM (104.9) Mexia, TX in addition to Sports KRZI-1660 in Waco, TX from Utah's Simmons Media Group for reported $1.98 M cash. M&M also owns Country Gold KCLE-1460 Burleson, TX plus Spanish KJSA-1110 Mineral Wells, TX. Simmons Media has radio stations in Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Arkansas, Missouri, and Tennessee.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What inspires John Lennon's words I read the news today, oh boy, four thousand holes in Blackburn Lancashire in The Beatles' song A Day In The Life? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! BOBBY RICH DJ on Journal AC KMXZ FM (Mix 94.9) in Tucson, AZ has a birthday on Saturday October 3rd! •BOBBY BONES AM Drive DJ on my alma mater Clear Channel Top 40 KHFI FM (Kiss FM 96.7) Austin, TX greets a mugger in the parking lot as he arrives at 4 am on Monday, September 28, 2009. •LORI WILSON WCAU TV NBC CH10 Philadelphia news anchor is M-C of the 11th annual Devereux Pennsylvania gala Mystery and Magic Black-Tie Affair at the Park Hyatt Philadelphia-Bellevue at 6:30 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 FREDDIE JACKSON Soul singer (You Are My Lady #12-1985) born on October 2nd. •1962 LESTER FLATT & EARL SCRUGGS record The Ballad Of Jed Clampett on September 24th which is the theme of TV's The Beverly Hillbillies. •1971 KEVIN RICHARDSON singer with Teen vocal quintet Backstreet Boys born on October 3rd. •1982 HANK WILLIAMS JR.'s Greatest Hits album releases on Elektra records on September 17th. •1990 STEVIE RAY VAUGHAN Blues guitarist/singer with Double Trouble dies on August 27th. •2002 TOBY KEITH's video Who's Your Daddy? premieres on CMT on September 20th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Hi, Jim, I was saddened to hear about the passing of Kitty Wells and Johnny Wright's daughter. Your posting of that news brought back some memories of my teen years during the 1940's while living in Carthage, Texas, which is about 40 miles west of Shreveport, La. Miss Kitty Wells was one of the featured stars of the "Louisiana Hayride" which played each Saturday night on the stage of the Municipal Auditorium in Shreveport. Johnny Wright was one-half of the Johnny and Jack duo who also appeared on the Hayride. Hank Williams, Sr. was a Hayride regular during those years. There were many more somewhat less recognized performers there each week, and boy howdy they could really put on a good show. I was just a kid in high school then, but it was a regular treat to get together with a carload of pals and drive to Shreveport on Saturday nights to see "The Louisiana Hayride". That area was a hotbed for country music. My hometown, Carthage, also was the hometown of Tex Ritter and Gentleman Jim Reeves, and there's a Texas Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum that's open to visitors there in Carthage now. Thanks for the memories, Jim. Tom Ellis

JERRY SEABOLT (Nashville, TN) I was saddened to hear of Tom's (Entee) passing as we shared many good times back in our "youth" in the late 60's and the 70's in Music City. It also included being room mates during one of his "cheap lance" periods (Tom said he couldn't afford to freelance). When Tom had work he could always be counted on to help those who had only to hint at needing help. If that meant taking in out of work DJ's who needed a couch than his one bedroom was always available (even if he might come home to find one of them scuba diving in the apartment pool). Another one of the people who made life interesting and helped mold the "biz" without ever really getting the credit they deserved has passed from scene. Rest my friend

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Jim...just a word to broadcasters and ex-radio heads in reference to Mike Marshall's and Joanie Green's praise for 'Taping for the Blind', once I got out of radio and into advertising/PR, I volunteered at the Dallas Taping for the Blind on Wolfe Street near the Stoneleigh Hotel and recorded several audio books still available through the Library of Congress; but honestly, the most fun I had was when I switched over to another service DTFB had to offer, and that was reading the Sunday Dallas Morning News to the blind community. We narrated editorials, op-eds, columnists, hard news and the Sunday 'funnies,' as we used to call them. It was a blast and an, um, ethical way to get out of years of boring Sunday sermons <g>...my wife at the time, I'm sure, saw through my fun but virtuous ruse, but had no negative comment. Just a word to folks who have used their voices to feed their babies, 'taping for the blind' is a very real, positive contribution to a wonderful, appreciative segment of our society...and the feedback from the visually impaired folks is voluminous and very satisfying. Dan McCurdy | Sherman, Texas - 2004 inductee in the Texas Radio Hall of Fame; KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; freelance writer (advertising, PR, 'If it's in English, I do it.') KLIFDJ@aol

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MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Subject: Listener from long ago. To: Gil Thomas. Ben, what a nice surprise. I worked at WFAA 570/820 (What a trip THAT was) from about March of 1967 until September '69 when I was offered a better job in Houston. I have been there since. My wife is from Italy and I am presently in Rome visiting my daughter who is married to a Roman and her first baby, a girl a month ago. Thanks for the nice words. Since you work there, you will appreciate this. Several years ago after I had left the station for maybe ten years, I stopped by one day when we were in Dallas and told the receptionist at the front door that I used to work there and asked if I could look around. The answer was "No". I said there were probably several people I knew who were still there, could I speak with one. No. So I left. Think radio was still in the building then. Maybe you can give me a tour the next time I'm in Dallas. Mike Marshall

GIL THOMAS (Dallas, TX) To: Mike Marshall. Subject: Listener from long ago. You have an open invitation to come by. I would love to give you a tour. They keep us running in circles as you may guess, so please let me know ahead of time so I am available. Since you are in Houston, you probably know that Belo owns KHOU now. Belo back in 1986 decided to get out of the radio business so they sold the radio stations. Some of the radio studio walls are still where they were. Some of the studios are used for video editing. I think the building has been remodeled twice since you were here. Remembering back...I think you were probably one of the best examples of radio "info-tainment", where some of your show content was driven by current events. Of course now everyone is doing it. One of my friends back when I was in college went to Baylor. He once told me that they would listen to your show for broadcasting classes and discuss what things you would do. So you may not have known it, but you had a following. By the way, I tried to get a tour of this place when I was in high school and was told, NO! But hey, that was 40 years ago, we can do things differently now. Thanks for responding, Ben Pate

TRIVIA ANSWER: John Lennon's inspiration for the line I read the news today, oh boy, four thousand holes in Blackburn Lancashire in The Beatles' song A Day In The Life comes after he reads a newspaper article about a plan to fill 4,000 potholes in the roads of the Northwestern English town of Blackburn.

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Hi Jim: On the "Scooby Doo" name inspiration, the articles I read stated that Fred Silverman (who later Programmed CBS, ABC and NBC) was in charge of children's Programming at CBS in 1967. He heard Frank's 'Stranger in the Night" and claims he suggested the character's name to the folks at Hanna-Barbara. It falls into the category of" who really knows?" Ray

MEL BROOKS (June 28, 1926-p) Critics can't even make music by rubbing their back legs together.

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September 30, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #719

COUNTRY SINGER BREATHES HER LAST BREATH

Many consider Kitty Wells the Queen of Country Music. The daughter of Country legends Kitty Wells and husband Johnny Wright passes away on Sunday, September 27, 2009. Ruby Wright experiences heart problems and dies at 69 in her Madison, TN apartment. Ironically, Ruby recently appears at her mother Kitty’s 90th birthday celebration at the Ernest Tubb Record Shops’ Texas Troubadour Theater. Probably the most memorable hit for Ruby is her answer song to Roger Miller's Dang Me. Her Dern Me rises to #13 on Billboard's Country chart in fall 1964. Ruby's dad Johnny Wright's timely tune Hello Vietnam is a #1 song in 1965. In the late 1950s Ruby records as Ruby Wells in the trio Nita, Rita and Ruby. The 'Nita' of that group is Anita Carter who is the youngest daughter of Country music icon Mother Maybelle Carter of the Carter Family singing group. Of course, Anita's sister is June Carter who marries Johnny Cash. Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield, TN handles Ruby Wright's funeral arrangements.

2009 MARCONI AWARDS WINNERS

On Thursday night, September 24, 2009 the winners of the 2009 NAB Marconi Awards at the NAB Radio Show in Philadelphia, PA include several prominent names. Dave Ramsey an independent syndicated talk host wins the 2009 trophy for Network/Syndicated Personality of the Year, KKOB-770 Citadel News/Talk Albuquerque, NM takes Legendary Station of the Year and WGN-720 Chicago, IL is the News/Talk Station of the Year. Other big winners include: WIBC FM (93.1) Indianapolis, IN (Large Market Station); WHO-1040 Des Moines, IA (Medium Market Station); WJBC-1230 Bloomington, IL (Small Market Station); Bill Cunningham talk host on WLW-700 Cincinnati, OH (Large Market Personality); Van & Bonnie wake-up team on WHO-1040 (Medium Market Personality); and WGR-550 Buffalo, NY (Sports Station of the Year). Laura Ingraham Talk Radio Network syndicated personality hosts the annual awards dinner and show.

TRIVIA QUESTION: From where does the inspiration for animator Iwao Takamoto come for the cartoon dog Scooby-Doo? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CONGRATULATIONS to former WCAU TV NBC CH10 news anchor Karen Hepp & her husband Brian Sullivan proud parents of 2nd son Macklin Judge Sullivan to join big brother Quinn. •KEN DITO longtime Bay Area sportscaster is new Sports Director of Pappas Broadcasting KTRB-860 (XTRA Sports) San Francisco, CA. •BRUCE CISKIE is the new radio play-by-play announcer for 2009 University of Minnesota-Duluth men’s hockey team. •WILLIAM SAFIRE speechwriter for President Richard Nixon and Pulitzer Prize-winning Conservative columnist for the New York Times dies at 79 on Sunday, September 27, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 PATRICE RUSHEN Grammy Award winning R&B singer/songwriter/pianist born on September 30th in Los Angeles, CA. •1962 LORETTA LYNN joins the Grand Ole Opry on September 25th. •1973 LEE BRENNAN lead vocalist with Pop band 911 born on Saturday, September 27th. •1981 MICKEY GILLEY's single You Don't Know Me slams the #1 position on Billboard's Country chart on September 19th. •1994 TOMMY BOYCE of Boyce & Hart writers of The Monkees hits dies on November 23rd. •2002 MONTGOMERY GENTRY's Eddie and Troy become honorary citizens of Louisville, KY on September 20th with keys to the city.

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Tom was a great, personal friend. Always wanted to help anyone he could. 'The Founder Of CRS Dies In Florida - Tom Entee CRS President For A Decade - AllAboutCountry is sad to pass along that the founder and creator of the Country Radio Seminar, Tom McEntee has passed away. He died in Florida last Thursday (9/24). Tom was not only the Founder and Creator of CRS, but served as Executive Chairman/President of CRS for its first decade. He was also a publicity innovator, a bio writer, (writing bio’s for some of the largest stars in country and pop music) an artist manager, a songwriter, created and operated a radio tip-sheet called Country Music Survey, a country chart editor of Cashbox Magazine two different times, National Promotion Director of GRT Records and Ovation Records and a Promotion Executive at several major and Indy labels. He was instrumental in the careers of Jimmy Buffet (Tom’s quoted in Buffet’s book), Alabama, The Amazing Rhythm Aces, Eddie Rabbit, Earl Thomas Conley, Jimmy Dean, The Kendalls, Hank Williams, Jr, Ronnie McDowell, Susan Marshall and Lefty Frizzell. He wrote the liner notes on Lefty’s last album. Tom was the very first record company executive to hear Alabama’s debut recording. After one listen, he said they would be enormous stars. He was right like that, a lot! He helped them--and many deserving artists--get their first record deals. He moved from working in the music industry in New York City to Nashville in 1969, after serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Special Forces in Vietnam.'

JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Tulsa, OK) Jim, Just saw Mike Marshall's note about joining Houston's Taping for the Blind and wanted to congratulate him for volunteering at such a fine organization. I volunteered there every week for over 17 years and know that he will find the great people there a joy know. The only reason I am no longer volunteering there is that I have moved from Houston to Tulsa. Thanks for your service, Mike...and enjoy the wonderful company that make up Houston Taping for the Blind! Joanie Green Gallo

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MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Jim, You might be interested to see this. I got it a couple of days after I arrived in Rome. What a blast from the past! I just noticed on reading my reply that I told him I was there from March '69 to September '69. I meant March '67. Mike

GIL THOMAS (Dallas, TX) Subject: Listener from long ago. To: Mike Marshall. Hello Mike, I saw your name on one of the radio discussion boards on the web, so I thought I would send you an e-mail. When I was in high school, I used to listen to you on WFAA radio. After listening for all those hours, I became interested in broadcasting myself and decided to take some courses in college. Well, I ended up working in television here at WFAA-TV myself. This is my 28th year at WFAA! Though it may have been a long time ago, thanks for the good shows and helping a kid find an interesting career. Ben Pate

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Sent this one out from here in the "Valley-of-the-Sun." Temp here today was 104...due to hit 107 Sunday, then retreat as fall arrives to mid 90's; really not hot at all with NO humidity, just as I remembered it. (I actually miss this warm, sunny weather daily...sunshine 350 days annually & if not, people would march on city hall!) We are enjoying our vacation & using laptop on this reply. All is well on the western-front & hoping you are better to enjoy this weekend too. BOB & BARB

TRIVIA ANSWER: Iwao Takamoto the animator who creates cartoon dog Scooby-Doo says that he gets the inspiration to name his character from Frank Sinatra's closing scat on Strangers In The Night which goes Dooby-dooby-doo...

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Jim, I swear this really happened. When I worked for KTSA I would nearly always head straight for the golf course and get in 18 holes before going home. I guess it was about 1963 or so and I was playing at Brackenridge Park. On a par four I had hit my second shot to about eight feet from the pin. As I was lining up to sink what would be my first birdie putt in a long time I heard an awful racket. I looked up to see a car bouncing out of control across an open field. The car started spinning around in circles faster and faster until it finally stalled. As I stood there gasping I noticed that the grass under the car had caught fire oil was pouring from under the engine and feeding the flames. There was no one else in sight so I dropped my putter, waded across a drainage ditch with water up to my neck and sprinted the hundred yards or so to the car. The obviously drunk driver was just sitting there staring blankly ahead. I swung the door open and tried to pull him out but he had a death grip on the steering wheel. I had to literally beat his hands loose to get him out. Just as I led him to a safe distance the car burst into flames. Later the fire department arrived and I let them take over. I went back and finished the last couple of holes of golf and then phoned the story into the KTSA newsman on duty. Evidently he didn't deem it important enough and the story never got on the air. By the way, I missed that birdie putt. Darn it!

SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL (1874-1965) Playing golf is like chasing a quinine pill around a cow pasture.

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September 28, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #718

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

JAZZ SINGER DIES

Classic jazz vocalist Chris Connor, who sings with the Claude Thornhill and Stan Kenton orchestras plus records dozens of successful albums and singles, dies of cancer at 81 on August 29, 2009 in Toms River, NJ. Chris records hit songs like All About Ronnie with Stan Kenton's orchestra. Several of Connor's albums, The George Gershwin Almanac of Song, Witchcraft and Lullabys of Birdland are now on CDs. Born Mary Loutsenhizer in Kansas City, MO she croons with a large band at the University of Missouri. In 1949, she then moves to NYC. Connor vocalizes with Claude Thornhill, Herbie Fields and performs with Thornhill's vocal group the Snowflakes. After her time with the Stan Kenton orchestra in 1952, she goes solo in 1953 and signs with Bethlehem Records. She moves over to Atlantic with two singles that hit the chart in the late 1950s: I Miss You So and Trust in Me. Chris switches to ABC-Paramount and receives praises for her 1966 appearance at the Austin Jazz Festival. She makes a comeback in the mid-70s in record albums with Stan Kenton and Maynard Ferguson. She continues to record with record labels Progressive, Contemporary, High Note and Enja. She tours throughout the world, including Carnegie Hall in the Big Apple, the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and concerts in Japan. Chris' last appearance is at the Iridium jazz club in NYC in 2004 that she shares with Anita O'Day.

UPDATE ON CBS NEWS REPORTER'S INJURIES

In the last issue of JRRR we mention injuries that CBS News Radio reporter Cami McCormick suffers after a bomb explosion in the Mid East. Cami confirms with us that she undergoes surgery on Thursday, September 24, 2009 to amputate her foot from the injuries that she receives from the roadside bomb that explodes on the war fields of Afghanistan. Our prayers are that she has a full and complete healing process.

MEXICAN MADONNA CLOSES SHOW

On Saturday, September 26, 2009 Mexican superstar Gloria Trevi closes SeaWorld's Viva La Musica Latin music series in San Antonio, TX. Reviewers at www.mySanAntonio.com/ say Not only does she celebrate la musica; she lives it in a wild life that plays out like a telenovela. The often-controversial, sometimes scandalous singer known as the Mexican Madonna is promoting her album, 'Una Rosa Blu'.

TRIVIA QUESTION: How many takes does Elvis Presley make before he is happy with his big hit record Hound Dog? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Wayne Watkins (2-7pm on Classic Rock WHGO FM 105.9 in Biloxi, MS) who celebrates his birthday on Friday, October 2nd. •KKOB-770 Citadel News-Talk Albuquerque, NM wins the 2009 Marconi Legendary Station of the Year on Thursday night September 25, 2009 at the NAB Radio Show. •DAVE RAMSEY wins the 2009 Marconi Network/Syndicated Personality of the Year award. •JERRY LEE's AC WBEB FM (101.1) wins two 2009 Marconi awards at the show in its hometown of Philadelphia, PA. •SIR HOWARD MORRISON New Zealand music legend dies at 74 overnight at his home in Rotorua.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 PAUL BURGESS drummer with British Rock group 10cc born on September 28th. •1961 LEROY VAN DYKE's single Walk On By begins the first of 19 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on September 25th. •1970 MARK CALDERON singer with Dance vocal quartet Color Me Bad born on September 27th. •1989 CLINT BLACK's Killin' Time is his 1st Gold album on September 24th. •1994 CREADEL [Red] JONES bass singer with R&B group The Hi-Lites which becomes The Chi-Lites dies on August 25th. •2001 ALAN JACKSON records Drive (For Daddy Gene) and That'd Be Alright on September 25th.

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JOYCE [J.C.] WEBSTER (Mena, AR) Jim, Pain is something I do understand. Praying you get better soon. As my friend Jane who has been through so much with the cancer and heart problems always says, "This too shall pass". She's right, of course. Everything does pass...one way or another. Sometimes it is hard to have a good attitude when one is suffering, but it's the attitude that gets most people through cancer...so I think it must play a big part in all our health, don't you? Prayer certainly can direct us in the way we should go, so...people praying with you is a very good thing. Best always, JC

GLOOM, DESPAIR & AGONY are not just words on TV's Hee Haw. We prostate sufferers have to contend with this on a daily basis. Last Thursday the urologist says that he may have to open me up. During Monday's appointment he schedules an operation for October 12, 2009. The good doctor prescribes four medications to take on the day before plus Tylenol #3 for after whatever he does to me on October 12th. But probably can use some Tylenol #10.

JOHN DARREN LEE (New Orleans-Ponchatoula, LA) Hi, I'd like to subscribe to your newsletter. Thanks, J. Darren Lee aka Neo Khan of the Neo & Wim Show and Sunday Night Freedom Fight

ROD ECCLES (Suncook, NH) I would love to get your free newsletter. Rod Eccles

DOUG WELCH (Belleville, IL) Subject: Newsletter. Doug Welch; Belleville, IL. The nine most terrifying words in the English language are, I’m from the government and I’m here to help. Ronald Reagan

LEO PUSATERI (St. Cloud, MN) I've always been a radio buff, and my son is on college radio--I'd love to receive JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO. Leo Pusateri, St. Cloud, Minnesota; Leo Pusateri, III, St. Cloud, Minnesota

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RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Hi Jim: On KBAT San Antonio. They were top 40- 1965-1967 (switch to adult contemporary) The call letters were perfect when "Batman" hit the Airwaves on TV in Jan. 1966 (Replacing long running "Ozzie and Harriet"). The "Bat Logo" was everywhere and the "KBATMEN" made a lot of local appearances. including my local Junior High school. Don Perkins and Don Clark were announcers then that I can remember. later amigo, Ray

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Thanks for the link, Jim. I'll look into it. I continue with Audience Bakery, doing newscasts for their formats and client stations, and am hoping to do some more voice work for VNR Communications. In other news, #2 son Patrick has been named a National Merit Scholar semi-finalist. We're making a trip down to Austin to look at the U-T campus and bring his older brother Joseph back for the weekend. I was pleased to see that Gary P. Nunn has joined the JRRR group. He's a great guy and a wonderful musician and song-writer. I used to get his Bunkhouse e-mail. Seeing his name reminds me to re-up. I also saw where Ken Dowe is retiring from Service Broadcasting. (KKDA AM&FM, plus 105.7 FM) Few of us get to retire by choice! I believe he has earned it, many times over. bc

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MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Jim, we just arrived back in Houston on Tuesday. I woke up at the usual 3 AM because of the jet lag and remembered I need to send you a reminder to plug me back into the JRRR loop. So I turn the computer on at 6:20 and there you are, no reminder needed. Thanks. I don't know if I told you, but I'm volunteering for Taping for the Blind every Thursday morning from 9 to 10. Another volunteer and I read from the City and State and Star sections of the Chronicle. Scott Arthur is also a volunteer there. Mike

BLAKE LINDSAY (Dallas-Addison, TX) Hey Jim! ...when I open up your emails on Microsoft Outlook, it doesn't ask me to confirm I received your email, but I am, and I enjoy! Your Friend, Blake (www.blazinblake.com)

MIKE SHILOH (Houston, TX) Michael Shiloh commented on your Facebook wall post: I like that picture. Reminds me of the old KILT, what a great place. Sorry I haven't written to JRRR lately, Jim, but you're in my prayers.

TRIVIA ANSWER: It takes Elvis Presley 31 takes of Hound Dog. In 1988, the tune recognizes as the most played record of all time on American juke boxes.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, October 3rd. 12th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Ironically, Barb had her pension-plan-401k w/ UBS in San Angelo. Now that she retired, her accounts are no longer at UBS. We divested to 50% under the mattress & 50% buried in back yard! BOB

SIR ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE [Sherlock Holmes] (May 22, 1859-July 7, 1930) There is nothing new under the sun. It has all been done before.

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September 25, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #717

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LONE RANGER DIES

The actor who takes over the TV role of The Lone Ranger in 1952 for 52 episodes after Clayton Moore walks out in a pay dispute, John Hart, dies at 91 on Sunday, September 20, 2009 at his home in Rosarito Beach, Mexico. John also stars in the 1947 Columbia serial Jack Armstrong: The All-American Boy. Most of us Lone Ranger fans remember Clayton Moore as our hero who yells out Hi Yo Silver! Away! On Tuesday, John's wife Beryl remembers, He had dementia in his last years but he was very happy living by the ocean. He used to surf this whole coast in the late '30s and after the war. In a 2001 interview with Tom Weaver for Starlog magazine Hart says, I got a lot of bad advice about playing the part. I tried the bad advice for about one or two shows and then I said, 'The h*** with that; I'll do it my own way.' They wanted me to be like a stiff Army major, and it was all wrong. So I just forgot that and slipped into the part, and everybody loved it. After Clayton Moore returns to The Lone Ranger Hart goes on to star in the 1955 Columbia serial The Adventures of Captain Africa. and Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans a 1957 syndicated TV series shot in Canada with Lon Chaney Jr. as Chingachgook. Hart's survivors include his wife of 52 years and daughter, Robyn Proiette.

RUSH RUSHES OUT

After 17 years on Peak Broadcasting KIDO-580 Boise, ID Rush Limbaugh moves on over to Citadel News/Talk KBOI-670. Kevin Godwin SVP/Market Manager/Peak-Boise tells RBR-TVBR. I don’t know the full reason why he was pulled; I just know it was out of our hands. It was kind of handled by big, giant corporations that are doing radio and we’re just a small, private company. KIDO replaces Limbaugh with local programming. Austin Hill is the host of a newly created local afternoon drive time show that begins on September 24, 2009 from 3-6 pm (MT). Austin comes to KIDO from KTAR-620 in Phoenix, AZ.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Does Barry Manilow write his #1 in 1975 hit song I Write the Songs? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KTCK-1310 (The Ticket) Cumulus Media Sports/Talk host Norm Hitzges in Dallas, TX scores interview with former President George W. Bush which is his first since he leaves the White House. •AUSTIN HILL Talk radio veteran leaves KTAR FM (92.3) Phoenix, AZ to join Peak Broadcasting News/Talk KIDO-580 Boise-Nampa, ID to host afternoon drive (3-6pm) beginning September 24, 2009. Hill also is a columnist for TownHall.com, appears on the FOX News Channel and FOX News Radio. •COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM in Nashville, TN may double in size says Mayor Karl Dean on Monday, September 21, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 CRAIG CHAQUICO guitarist with Jefferson Starship born on September 25th. •1962 DON HERRON multi-instrumentalist with BR549 born on September 23rd in Steubenville, OH. •1972 SHAWN STOCKMAN singer with R&B group Boyz II Men born in Philadelphia, PA on September 26th. •1989 RODNEY CROWELL's remake of Buck Owens' Above And Beyond hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on September 23rd. •2002 DARRYL WORLEY's I Miss My Friend is his first #1 Billboard single on September 21st. •1998 LINDA MCCARTNEY keyboards/vocals with Rock group Wings dies at 56 on April 17th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Jim, This fine person worked with me at KMSC in Clear Lake back in 1965. Clarence Chaline was always cordial, forever humble, an all around good guy and fine talent. He was before a lot of your current reader’s time, but I hope you find room to mention his passing in JRRR. Hope all is well and that your grief from losing Tejas is beginning to subside. We never forget those wonderful pets who were always our friends when others were hard to find. Keep up the good work. CC

GORDON BASSHAM (Wichita, KS) Subject: A fine colleague gone. Jeff, Many thanks for letting me know. Clarence ("Bob" to many of us) was a dear man. I used to follow him as the afternoon announcer on KMSC, and will always remember him for his humor. As the "kid" to him, he helped me refine my on-air presence. I enjoyed our friendship. It would be good to get together with you and Jim and the others one day. Let's try to do that before more time slips away. Gordon Bassham

JEFF THOMPSON (Alachua, FL) Subject: A fine colleague gone. Guys: Sad to report that our old KMSC colleague, Clarence Chaline (Better known on the air as Bob Elton) passed away yesterday. He had suffered a number of years of poor health, but that never lessened his great sense of humor." Jim Bell, another of our colleagues, still with KUHF- Radio, University of Houston, informed me today, of the sad news. Clarence had successfully battled a heart conditions, including a bypass for over a decade, but later had mobility problems, but didn't let that get in his way either. He just got one of those motorized chairs and kept on keeping on. About 5 years ago, after decades of total loss of each other's whereabouts...and many unsuccessful searches...Jim Bell finally tracked down Clarence through the Internet, and found where he lived with his beloved wife, Eva Jane, near Jacksonville, Florida. Take care, Jeff Thompson

FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Jim, So sorry to hear about your health problems again. My take on that problem, since I was on a "cath" for 5 months, sloshing along with a bag on my leg, I would suggest you find a surgeon who will just take out the prostate, that's what I did, and I'm so glad I did that, the plumbing works just fine thank you very much. That's much better than trying a "ream" job because it won't last very long, I was only on a "cath" after the surgery for a week. and I can't believe they won't give you something for pain. Why not?? I hope you are doing better now. Frank - My life's verse: Isa. 9:6 My "getting through the day" saying: "When the sunshine of God's love meets the showers of our sorrow, the rainbow of promise appears."

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LEON BECK (Houston-Friendswood, TX) Hi Jim, Thought you and your readers might like to know that my magazine, Texas Hot Country Magazine, is now online at http://texashotcountrymagazine.com/. You can read the entire magazine online and sign up for a free online subscription. I'd appreciate it if your readers would pass this information on to people on their e-mail lists. I hope to be at the awards show in November and get some photos of some of the radio legends for my magazine. Take care. Leon Beck, Editor/Publisher, Texas Hot Country Magazine (www.musiccitynews.com)

HENRY LAROCCA (Beaumont, TX) Hey man! I've been telling you we are gonna have to do dinner...promise...a couple weeks...there'll be a knock at your door... Pick a joint...Carrabba's Italian is a thought, but you're the guest...maybe The House of Blues I think that would be cool. I'll dig up one of my big coffee cans out of the back yard and we'll make a night of it. Call me...can't catch your line clear. Now as for as your health, get well soon...You will beat this! The Rock of Beaumont

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DADE MOORE (Houston, TX) Jim, what year was that picture of you. Looks like the old FM carpet at 500 Lovett Blvd in KILT FM Room. (www.dade.cc) / (www.angelfireradio.com) / (www.rockandroll.fm)

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) How's the prostate? I'm guessing you got a good report Monday, and are flowing freely. It's kinda scary to hear about people around my age having strokes and heart attacks and prostate problems...being without health insurance and all. If I come in for chest pains (or just about anything), it becomes a 'pre-existing condition; and that means it won't be covered in the future. That is provided I ever find a full-time job. Some days I figure my next station will be a Texaco. But no worries...I'm going to get fat on government cheese! Obama's gonna take care of me! The Democrats are booking me on a ride on the gravy train (with biscuit wheels!). Oh, wait, I'm not an investment banker. Maybe it's time to put the furniture on e-bay. bc

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Beach Boys' Bruce Johnson writes Barry Manilow's hit song I Write the Songs which has worldwide sales of twenty-five million copies.

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake,TX) Subject: Sam Pate. From: Rosalyn Costanzo. I received a notice from the State of Texas today, stating that dad (Sam Pate) has been honored by the State of Texas for his contributions to Dallas and his part in the history of Texas. Just thought you'd want to know. I will scan and email it to you when I get a chance. Rosalyn Costanzo

PHIL DONAHUE (December 21, 1935-p) The radio of my youth...is now a quaint memory replaced by computer hard drives.

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September 23, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #716

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

BOMB INJURES NEWS REPORTER

On assignment in Logar Province, Afghanistan while she travels with United States soldiers, CBS correspondent Cami McCormick suffers injuries after an IED explosion strikes an Army transporter which kills an American infantryman in the same vehicle. To stabilize her condition, Cami undergoes surgery at a field hospital. Then she goes to Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan for additional care. McCormick joins CBS News in September, 1998. She wins numerous awards. Cami is not just a run of the mill reporter. She is at Ground Zero on September 11, 2001 in New Orleans, LA when Hurricane Katrina wipes out its levees. McCormick does the grand tour of Iraq many times since the U.S. invasion. She is in Ramallah at the funeral for Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. Cami reports from Nablus and Bethlehem during the Israeli aggressions of 2001. She also broadcasts about the disturbances in Gaza and Beirut. Before she joins CBS, McCormick travails for CNN, CNN International, Headline News and CNN Radio. She describes the death of Princess Diana from London plus the deployment of U.S. troops to Bosnia. Cami develops, anchors and produces CNN Radio’s first international newscast, The CNN Radio World News Report that wins the Edward R. Murrow award for Best Network Newscast in 1998. Her other tributes include two AWRT Gracie Allen Awards for stories about the destruction of the Twin Towers on September 11th and her Iraq war coverage, two Associated Press Awards, a CableAce Award for summaries on the re-election of Boris Yeltsin as Russian President also a Sigma Chi Award for her coverage of Hurricane Katrina and its after-effects.

TV SWITCHES CHANNELS

The FCC makes deals to try to resolve new problems that they create with lost viewership after the switch to digital TV. CBS tells the FCC that KTVT TV loses 57% of its over-the-air audience after the switch to digital plus when viewers rescan their converter boxes it does not reclaim many of those viewers. KTVT TV and the owners of KTXA TV in Ft. Worth-Dallas, TX file with the FCC for a double channel flip. The approval for the move of CBS KTVT TV [ex KFJZ TV] from CH11 to CH19 comes on Friday, September 11, 2009. The FCC says the move is in the public interest. The government makes it effective immediately with a publication in the Federal Register. The governmental proclamation also requires KTXA TV to move from its CH19 position to CH29. The FCC has two to three dozen stations that have major issues with signal loss after the transition to digital TV. This is all due to the big switch to digital TV on June 12, 2009. And the feds want to take total control of America's health care.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who performs the backing vocals on Paul Simon’s #5 1977 hit Slip Slidin’ Away? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•NASSAU BROADCASTING sells commercial Classical WCRB FM (99.5) Boston-Lowell, MA to non-commercial Classical/News/Jazz WGBH FM (89.7) which is a Public radio and TV broadcaster for $14 million. •DAVID EDGAR formerly Director of Operations for Emmis in Indianapolis, IN is new Operations Manager of Clear Channel Radio's 6 radio station group in Pittsburgh, PA. David also is Program Director for both Top-40 WKST FM (96.1) and Oldies WWSW FM (94.5). •FRED CUSICK longtime Boston Bruins play-by-play announcer on radio and TV for more than 45 years dies at 90.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 LEON TAYLOR drummer with Rock group The Ventures born on September 23rd. Leon replaces dad Mel in 1996 after he dies of cancer. •1965 CONNIE SMITH & BOB LUMAN join the Grand Ole Opry on September 18th. •1970 ANI DIFRANCO Grammy Award-winning singer/guitarist born Angela Maria DiFranco on September 23rd. •1988 CRYSTAL GAYLE & LORETTA LYNN play a concert together for 1st time on September 20th. •1990 JIM HODDER drummer with Steely Dan drowns in his swimming pool on June 15th. •2007 CARRIE UNDERWOOD's video So Small debuts on CMT on September 20th.

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DAVE MICHAELS (Los Angeles-Culver City, CA) Jim..."just reading the description of your medical problem" hurt me! My GOD; I am praying for you my friend that things will get better real soon. May the Good Lord be on your side! Culver City, CA...Dave Michaels

JOANIE GREEN (Tulsa, OK) Jim, Best wishes, good thoughts and many prayers are sent your way for good results from your doctor's appointment. Joan Green Gallo

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: JRRR Issue #715, 9/21/09. Jim: First met Peter, Paul & Mary @ Univ. of VA concert in 1963 & several times since, but I have retained the autograph Mary gave me years ago on the biz-card of their management office; they did perform at annual Folk Fest in Kerrville, TX for a few years. The song hit, "Blueberry Hill" was also performed in the Gene Autry film,"The Singing Hill" on 4/26/41. Fortunately, I worked with Fats Domino at the Mosque in Richmond, VA in mid-60's. He suffered a loss at his home in New Orleans during Katrina, but I understand he is now back in his "new-digs" there @age 81! BOB & Sonny Lee @ The Southwest Outpost

NOREEN DICKSON (Houston-Cypress, TX) My prayers are with you on Monday hopefully the dam will flow forth with no problems. A very dear friend of mine has been fighting a prostate infection for ages. It is very painful and you need understanding and compassionate doctors and nurses. Keep a positive thought as hard as it may be. I remember our phone chat and was glad to have been there and am still just a phone call away. Your friend, Noreen, Pets Are Us Rescue

LEE WOODS (San Antonio, TX) Hey Jim, Keep fighting and stay strong. I am battling cancer and have a 50/50 shot at survival. I’ll keep you in my prayers. Part of the battle is to remain strong. Prayers, meditation and music help me get through the day. Lee Woods, Formerly KONO/KRIO; San Antonio TX.

ROBERT REYES [Bobby] (San Antonio, TX) Jim...please know you have many readers and friends who are hoping things get better for you...please include me as one who pass along good thoughts and prayers for your situation...don't know if I had mentioned to you my brother, Eddie, had a prostate biopsy procedure done at the beginning of this year and wound up getting ecoli contamination a day after the procedure was done...he was shaking like a nude man at the North Pole! ...it wasn't pretty and he was in I.C.U. for two and a half days with an extra four more days in the hospital recuperating...with my Post Polio Syndrome situation, if I lost my brother I wouldn't know what to do or how to cope!! I always try to take care of him as he does the same for me...hang in there Jim and all your readers will keep the prayers going out to ya! talk at cha later! Bobby Reyes

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DWIGHT [Shotgun] COOK (Houston, TX) Jim, sorry to hear of your medical challenges. It's hard to keep a positive perspective while in a hospital. I value your radio news and insight and know you have fought this battle before. You have the strength to hang onto your faith. Let your friends encourage you and let God do the rest.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The backing vocals on Paul Simon’s Slip Slidin’ Away are by The Oak Ridge Boys.

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Jim: Just keep the positive thoughts going and all will be fine. I know, after 36 years, being a single parent, 3 failed marriages and some past health issues I finally accomplish something started 36 years ago, I graduated from College!! I have a BA in Sociology with emphasis in Education. My Goal is to teach the learning disabled how to communicate using my past 36 years of skill in radio. I taught an autistic child how to form words a few years ago and suddenly the light bulb went off in his head, he knew how to speak. His grandmother (my ex wife) was a special ed teacher and we worked together. Long story short in a year we finally got him into a regular classroom and in 2 years he made the honor role. He has Asperger's. This inspired me to us my skills to give back to the community like radio use to do. I now work at a high school in Arlington, Texas with learning disabled students, plus I teach the regular kids how to do morning announcements like a newscast. This is a great and rewarding job. Finally I kept a promise to my late "adopted" Dad that I finish and I did. Next month I am going to Ft. Sam Cemetery and place a copy of my diploma on his grave site. Ray

ALBERT EINSTEIN (1879-1955) You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else.

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September 21, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #715

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PP&M LOSES A MEMBER

In September 1958 the Kingston Trio's folk tune Tom Dooley lands on Billboard's Pop chart and quickly rises to #1. Their record album does well, too. This begins a new music craze for folk music. Sing-alongs become a way of life. In 1962, folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary's If I Had a Hammer makes it to #10 the year that I graduate from high school. Puff the Magic Dragon and a new song writer on the scene Bob Dylan's Blowin' in the Wind both reach #2 for PP&M. But the PP&M song that we most remember is Leaving on a Jet Plane at #1 in 1969. PP&M is Peter Yarrow, Paul Stookey and Mary Travers. The folk trio has several tunes that land on Billboard. In 1971 PP&M disbands but reforms in 1978 to continue concerts into the 1990s. On Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Mary Travers dies of acute myelogenous a form of leukemia at 72 at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut. We remember the good old days with Mary's long blond hair that falls below her shoulders in a perpendicular 90° line and bangs that almost touch her eyes. In 2006, Peter, Paul and Mary induct into the Sammy Cahn Songwriters Hall of Fame. Mary Travers' survivors include her husband Ethan Robbins and two daughters Alicia and Erika.

PROSTATE DILEMMA REARS ITS UGLY HEAD AGAIN

After four days of agony and defeat unable to perform one of life's important functions, so on Friday morning, September 11, 2009 I relinquish martyrdom and make a mad dash to the Memorial Hermann hospital emergency room. The diagnosis is a prostate infection. The nurse jams a catheter deep inside my already pain-ridden area below the beltline. On Tuesday a urologist checks me out. On Thursday, his very cute and sweet nurse yanks out the catheter and replaces it with two tubes to measure the outward flow with no luck. So it's back to the catheter. The urologist says that he may have to open me up. Does his hidden message mean a roto-rooter procedure? On Friday the cardiologist gives me the high sign. So on Monday morning it's a return visit to the urologist to find out if I can perform like Niagara Falls. Prayer is the key. So please pray that Monday's examination proves to be a success.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Fats Domino's #2 hit in 1956 Blueberry Hill is #1 for what other artist? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ANDY BERKOWITZ PD of Top 40 WWOT FM (100.1) Altoona, PA takes home the NAB's Don’t Tax That Dial contest with his original 30-second spot that opposes performance royalties. •ED STOLZ purchases Dance KNGY FM (Energy 92.7) San Francisco, CA and flips it to a clone of his Top-40 KFRH FM (104.3 Now) Las Vegas, NV. •JOHN WELLS returns to his position from a decade ago as President of the Writers Guild of America West. •DENNIS MILLER signs a new multiyear agreement that keeps him on Westwood One. •DICK COOK vacates his position as chairman of Walt Disney Studios effective immediately.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 STEVE SANDERS singer with The Oak Ridge Boys born on September 17th in Richland, GA. •1968 JON BROOKES drummer with British Alternative Rock band The Charlatans born on September 21st. •1970 RAY PRICE's single For The Good Times lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on September 19th. •1981 KEITH SEMPLE singer in the ITV pop stars band One True Voice born on September 20th. •1999 KENNY CHESNEY's You Had Me from Hello zooms to #1 on the Billboard Country chart on September 18th. •2007 TAD JONES New Orleans, LA Jazz historian/researcher/author dies from a fall on New Years Day 2007.

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville-Mount Juliet, TN) Jim- My heart goes out to you. I am at a loss for words. You know you remain in my thoughts and prayers. Jonathan Fricke; Broker, GRI, FRICKE Realty

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CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) I'm so sorry to hear about your health problems, Jim! I just retired myself at 62 and I know about what you mean having to watch every penny 'cause extra expenses are a nightmare! I'm still too young for Medicare so I'm not even insured and pray to God that my health holds up. If it doesn't, they WILL have to just let me die! My prayers are with you, Jim! Keep the faith! Chumbe

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) Hi Jim: I appreciate you keeping us up to date. I'm as sorry as I can be, on what you are going through. I certainly consider you a good friend Jim. Jennifer and I will pray for your quickest recovery. If you need to take some time off your column, I know we would all understand completely. Keep us up to date, on everything Jim. Your Friend, Blake (www.blazinblake.com)

FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth-Hurst, TX) Jim as a person who has had prostrate issues for longer than I can remember I (bad humor coming)...feel your pain! I'm stunned they would give you nothing for the discomfort. I'd seek another doctor and not one with a family connection like this one you have been going to has. I wish you would set up a PayPal account. It would be easy to shoot you some money. You're in my prayers my friend. Bob Tomlinson

CHET MAXWELL (San Antonio, TX) I'm sorry that you are having such a tough time, Jim. Hang in there, all things pass.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Jim, I know it's really, really rough for you, buddy...but, you've GOT to get some pain relief...create a stink, stomp your feet, threaten them with a suit for malpractice...ANYTHING...relieving the pain will at least bring you to your senses and keep you from saying what you said at the end of your note. I won't even repeat it, since you have sooo many people who care for you and certainly count on your unique public service to the broadcasting industry. GET THE SURGERY...certainly that will remove the pressure being placed on your urethra and allow you to empty your bladder. Have they given you antibiotics for the infection? If not, raise a stink about THAT! I'm praying for you, Jim...go kick some butt at the hospital and get some pain relief and then something, maybe surgery, for prostate pressure reduction on your urethra. Your buddy...Dan McCurdy

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Hang in there amigo. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Ray

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: I feel your pain & am so sorry for all these health problems you experience past wk or so. Did you ever call Secure Horizons @ # I sent you for all-free info?? You see, any Dr visit is only a $10 co-pay under their plan; also, they pay the other 20% that Medicare (80%) doesn't, so for me there is no such fees in ER or labs. Specialist referral visits are either $20 or $30, not $75, etc. (Maybe $35, as I can't recall). Barb & I will continue to have you in our thoughts & prayers. We do not leave town until THUR A.M. 24th...back on duty Oct.5. Hope my ideas will help you & you get the medical help you need & deserve. We need you for a long time to come. Best from all 3 of us at The Southwest Outpost, BOB, BARB & SONNY LEE

DON TIFFIN (Dallas-The Colony, TX) Jim, Sorry to hear you are having such a rough time with all that. I would tell them you just can't pay the co-pay and bill you...$5 a month...and pay what you can. Still on the prayer list here Jim. Don

TRIVIA ANSWER: Fats Domino's Blueberry Hill is #1 for Big Band leader Glen Miller in 1940.

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Jim, I've had an enlarged prostate and prostatitis (hope I spelled that right). And I've had some scary moments with some high PSA results. Thank the Good Lord that the scariest moment, resulting in a painful biopsy, came out negative. But, I've never encountered what you are describing. Please...please...don't give up. Jim, even though a financial problem is there, I would certainly consider a second opinion. And, Jim....I will not end this letter without strongly urging you to leave it in the hands of Jesus. Healings come in many forms directly from the Good Lord...or him leading you to the right doctor. Jim...give it to Jesus and pray that he will guide you in this. In the book of Hebrews from the New Testament it's written, "...Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today, and forever". That tells me He still heals. Now, Jim, I've been around long enough to know that people live...and people die. But, when you have Jesus in your heart, no matter what you're going through...no matter what...He will be there. He won't forsake you, nor leave you. That's a promise. Take care of yourself and again ...give it all to Jesus! Do not give up!

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) I will be praying for you to get well. I keep hearing about health problems from friends and family. I think you have helped others so they can help you.

WALTER MATTHAU (October 1, 1920-July 1, 2000) My doctor gave me six months to live, but when I couldn't pay the bill he gave me six months more.

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September 18, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #714

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROCK ICON DRIFTS AWAY

Dobie Gray's song Drift Away is one of my all time favorites. Will never tire of that wonderful tune. Dobie Gray comes to life in a small farm town off I-10 just west of Houston. Brookshire, TX has a mighty fine bar-b-que eatery inside an old time grocery store that I love dearly. Poet, Punk Rock musician and author Jim Carroll drifts away from a heart attack at 59 at his home in New York. In 1978 Jim writes The Basketball Diaries that spins the tale of his life as a teenager who grows up in the middle of the NYC drug culture. In 1995 the movie of the same title stars Leonardo Di Caprio as Carroll. The film weaves the story of Jim Carroll's drug abuse in the 1960 plus his life in a NYC Catholic school. Some say that actor River Phoenix is more appropriate for the role. Also that same year Patti Smith encourages Jim to form the Jim Carroll Band. In 1980 the title of the band's debut album is Catholic Boy. People Who Died is the single from the album. In 1982 the movie E.T. uses Carroll's single in its soundtrack. During his career, Jim Carroll works with Rock legends Lou Reed, Boz Scaggs, Ray Manzarek, Pearl Jam, Rancid and Blue Oyster Cult. JRRR sends our sympathies to Jim Carroll's family and friends.

ROCK SINGER HAS OPEN HEART SURGERY

Former INXS lead singer and current Noiseworks songbird Jon Stevens undergoes open heart surgery in a Sydney, Australia hospital on Tuesday, September 15 2009. In December 2008 physicians insert two stents in the arteries of Stevens' heart. During a routine check-up on Friday doctors discover a blockage in one of his main heart arteries. In 1985, Jon forms Noiseworks in Sydney. Within 7 years they have three #1 albums plus several hit songs on the Australian Pop chart. In 1992, at their peak, the group breaks up. Stevens plays Judas in two Australian productions of Jesus Christ Superstar. In 2000, Jon becomes lead singer of Rock group the INXS. The band's one song they release with Stevens, I Get Up, fails to fire up fans. In 2003, Jon leaves the INXS with no album. In September 2007, Noiseworks reforms with tours. Jon reveals the possibility of a 4th Noiseworks album. In 1962, Jon Stevens is born in New Zealand. His brother Frankie is a judge on New Zealand Idol.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is NBC TV Late Show host David Letterman’s favorite song? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KFMK FM [ex KFMK FM Houston, TX] (105.9) Rhythmic AC Austin, TX removes the AC to become purely Rhythmic as 105.9 the Beat. •TERRI AVERY wins the MIW Group's first Achievement in Programming award on Thursday, September 24 at the NAB Radio Show. •ALPHA BROADCASTING buys Talk KCMD-970 plus three other Portland, OR stations from CBS Radio. Alpha moves KCMD to the right as conservative Freedom 970. Washington Times-Talk Radio Networks America's Morning News is new AM Drive show. •WBCN-1660 CBS Radio Charlotte, NC ends simulcast of Sports clustermate WFNZ-610 to flip to Conservative Talk.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ELVIS PRESLEY's double-sided hit Don't Be Cruel/Hound Dog slams the #1 position on Billboard's Country chart on September 15th. •1969 KEITH FLINT vocals with British band The Prodigy born on September 17th in Braintree, Essex, England. •1974 JENNIFER NETTLES lead singer of Sugarland born in Douglas, GA on September 12th. •1984 SABRINA BRYAN actress/singer/author/songwriter born on September 16th. •1992 GEORGE STRAIT's soundtrack Pure Country releases on MCA records on September 15th. •2008 RONNIE DREW Irish folk singer/guitarist with the Dubliners dies at 73 on August 16th.

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CHAD EVERSON (NYC, NY) Jim, I was flattered when you put my email in your newsletter. That was really great! I was wondering if I could pick your brain. You know the industry. Now with the ability soon rolling out in every car produced in America to get online radio in this coming year, who are going to be the winners and losers? Our www.WGGRN.com is growing and we are thinking it is time to go 24/7 here in this next quarter. Where would you take 40 conservative talk show hosts from all across the country? Remember, the invitation is still open for you to get Grizzly with us as one of our great Grizzly Groundswell Radio hosts! Our hosts could really use your experience! Did you catch Attila The Honey Comedy Show last Saturday? That crazy wonderful group is really getting Grizzly! They had me laughing so hard, it was hard to breathe. Thanks again and let me know if you have some insight into where you think the radio industry is heading in this last hurrah of 2009! Chad T. Everson, Theodore Media LLC: three legged Grizzly Groundswell Stool! (www.GrizzlyGroundswell.com) / (www.WGGRN.com)

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Jim, Did you really get a new Akita puppy?!? I sure hope so. Little girl? Named her yet? Can't believe you hadn't told us. How exciting!!! That should keep you young. Laughing here. My daughter says that Akitas are great for people who live in apartments because they aren't bad to bark. It's been a long, long time since I lived in an apartment. I remember my children having two dachshund puppies when I lived in an apartment in Irving back in my early radio days! My little 3 year old had been told he could name his anything he wanted so he decided he wanted the puppy named "Boat". My daughter, who was 8 by then, told him he couldn't name a dog "Boat", so the little guy cried. JC

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DON LINCOLN (Austin-Lago Vista, TX) Hello again, Jim – My dad was a WW-II Navy vet and had retired in ’87 from the Lone Star Gas Co. in Dallas after 41 yrs. At the time of his death, he had been living with his lady friend in Hurst, near Ft. Worth. Over the years, he had been a regular at the Big ‘D’ Jamboree, Aragon & Longhorn ballrooms, Dewey Groom’s & Deb’s Dance Hall – probably some others I don’t know of or can’t recall, along Industrial Blvd. Obviously, he was a KPCN fan also, while they were on the air, as well as a C&W music lover &, unknown to me until yesterday, a record collector of many of the legendary performers. Thanks again & best regards – Don P.S. I received an e-mail delivery failure on Jay Weaver but did get a courtesy reply from Bill Crider.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: By the by, while in car daily to/from work I've been listening to 'Country Legends' on KKYX, San Antonio. 680 AM! I know an FM here has that format, but I'll bet you know some history on the SAT operation. I'd be interested in your thoughts. BOB & Sonny Lee

KKYX-680 Country Legends in San Antonio, TX is Adult Contemporary KBAT-680 when I'm a DJ there from 1970-71. The 680 frequency in the Alamo City begins life in the 1930s as KABC-680 for the Alamo Broadcasting Company. The ABC radio affiliate on 790 in Los Angeles, CA buys the KABC call letters, hangs on tight and refuses let go of them. In San Antonio the new 680 moniker develops into KENS to coincide with its sister station KENS-TV. That partnership later dissolves. KENS flips to KBAT with an Adult Contemporary music format. Then, in the early 1970s, KBAT changes its format to Country and transforms into KKYZ where it remains today. The KBAT call letters no longer exist on the AM dial anymore but do pop up on FM in Monahans, TX as Cumulus 100,000 watt powerhouse The Basin's Real Rock - 99.9 KBAT FM (99.9). Before that it's Blazin Hip-Hop and R&B KBAT FM (93.3) Midland, TX. Nowadays that 93.3 FM frequency in Midland is Cumulus 100,000 watt Hip Hop KZBT FM. As I say many times it irks me tremendously when radio station call letters change. One reason is that it destroys a portion of radio history.

TRIVIA ANSWER: David Letterman mentions on the Late Show that his favorite song is The Spinners’ I'll Be Around (Whenever You Want Me). On July 27, 2006 The Spinners appear on the Late Show. They sing I'll Be Around with Paul Shaffer and the CBS Orchestra.

JIMMY RABBITT Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday, September 12th 3pm 6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/) / (http://twitter.com/elconejo09)

BARRY KAYE (Mason-Art, TX) Hey Dude anytime you have a problem just let me know, don't (know) what I can do but I will try something. If us old jocks don't take care of each other who will!!!! I'll be moving back to Houston this spring and we'll get together! BK

JANE AUSTEN (December 16, 1775-July 18, 1817) Life seems but a quick succession of busy nothings.

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September 16, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #713

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HOLLYWOOD STAR DIES

Patrick Swayze, who stars in movies Dirty Dancing and Ghost, battles for 2 years with pancreatic cancer dies at 57 in Los Angeles, CA on Monday, September 14, 2009. During his struggle Patrick continues on with his career as we see him this year as a tough FBI agent in the A&E drama series The Beast. His cancer condition worsens just as his TV show's 1st season ends. Swayze's other movie rolls are quite successful: Red Dawn, Road House, and Point Break. In 1996, Patrick breaks both of his legs in a fall from a horse during the filming of HBO's Letters from a Killer. But he resurfaces in 2000 in features Waking Up in Reno and Forever Lulu. Swayze's later film roles include Donnie Darko, King Solomon's Mines plus a cameo appearance in Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights. In 2003 he stars on Broadway in Chicago. In 2006, he appears onstage in a London production of Guys and Dolls. In 1975, Patrick Swayze marries one of his mother's dance students Lisa Niemi. His survivors include his wife; brother, Don, an actor; and his mother.

THE RICH AND FAMOUS

Houston radio legend Marty Ambrose and his lovely wife Mary move on up to a high rise penthouse suite in the Commerce Towers in beautiful downtown Houston, TX on Monday, September 28, 2009. Here's a quote from Wikipedia: The 75-story, 1,002-foot tall JPMorgan Chase Tower of Houston, Texas, formerly the Texas Commerce Tower, is the tallest building in Texas, the tallest five-sided building in the world, and is the 45th tallest in the world. Is this the same place where the Jeffersons stay?

TRIVIA QUESTION: Harry Elston co-founder of The Friends Of Distinction has what other previous occupation? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JAN JEFFRIES Cumulus SVP/Programming flips KDBN FM Dallas, TX to Top 40 as i93 at noon on Friday, September 11, 2009. First tune out of the jukebox is Black Eyed Peas' I Got a Feeling. •DARREN RICHARDS News Director WTSP TV CBS CH10 Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg, FL accepts a PR position at Tucker/Hall Incorporated. •CLEAR CHANNEL swaps formats on two of its Aloha Stations Trust. Modern Rock moves from KCNL FM (104.9) to KSJO FM (92.3). Spanish Oldies La Preciosa hops from KSJO FM (92.3) to KCNL FM (104.9). Don't touch that dial. There's nothing wrong with your radio.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 JOHN BERRY (Grammy-nominated Your Love Amazes Me #1-1994) born on September 14th in Aiken, SC. •1962 STEPHEN JONES singer/guitarist as Baby Bird born on September 16th in Telford, Shropshire, England. •1976 WAYLON JENNINGS has 6 nominations on September 14th at the annual CMA awards in Nashville, TN. •1984 KATIE MELUA British-Georgian singer/songwriter/musician born on September 16th. •1992 JOHN MICHAEL MONTGOMERY's 1st single Life's A Dance releases on Atlantic records on September 14th. •2004 BRUCE PALMER bassist with Buffalo Springfield dies at 58 on October 1st.

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DAVE LANE (Atlanta, GA) Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #705 Hi Jim...a quick progress report on my health. You have MANY more praying for my recovery than against it. After opening my carotid artery which was 97% blocked!...then, on to quad-heart by-pass...it was during this operation they discovered cancer in my Colon...and removed about 18 inches of my Colon...bathroom trips only require half the time now. And during my hospital stay, I fell in love with Sharon, my favorite Physical Therapist...but as always, she's already married! I AM BORED! I can't wait to resume duties at Cashbox Magazine...I even miss (Cashbox Publisher) Bruce Elrod. (www.memorylaneoldies.com)

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Subject: Charles George. Jim, I just read Charles' email re: respiratory problems leading to hearing problems AND his reaction to Chinese food. I have a health issue that causes me pain and I have found that avoiding any form of MSG makes it better. It's difficult to do if one eats out or buys any prepared food. MSG can be under so many names. I try to eat from scratch. One thing I have found is that if I do get MSG now, after avoiding it so much is that I immediately experience respiratory-type problems, and feel really lousy. Would you please pass this info along to Charles? Thanks, JC

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DON LINCOLN (Austin-Lago Vista, TX) Hello again, Jim – I now live in Lago Vista, about 40 mi. NW of Austin, near Lake Travis in the hill country. I’m re-employed with the V.A. as a software test engineer. I still have a few relatives in the D/FW area & go up to Dallas 3-4 times during the year for SOC ’66 informal get-togethers, and of course, the formal class reunions. I help locate missing classmates, maintain the military vets’ roster for our class & work with another classmate/vet who maintains our vets’ website. I’m sorry, but have only the one copy of the KPCN program from my dad’s record collection. So, I was able to send only copies of the front & back as attachments to my previous e-mail. Thanks again & best regards – Don

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, It's interesting hearing the reminiscences of other Elkins "Wonder Babies". I started in very early 1967, just a wet-behind-the-ears kid from Mexia, Texas. I thought the Elkins radio station had the cheesiest music selection I could imagine, and I didn't see how I'd ever learn enough to get my first class F.C.C. ticket. Somehow, with the help of Elkins' "sample" tests, I got the license, and later got through the broadcast school. I still remember the old Shakey's Pizza Parlor near Lemmon at Inwood, my favorite place (one of my only places) to eat out. I still don't see how Leonard, their chief engineer, could tell a transmitter tube was going out by the amount of dust on it. Great memories!...and I'd love to read some others' thoughts and memories of their Elkins days. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM I think that this is just me, but I had rather be hit in the crotch with a pick ax than listen to Christine Ah-Mahn-Pooooooor for an hour. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, My new office at UNT does not have a computer yet. This is the first chance I've had to view UNT mail on my computer at home. Sorry for the delay in answering you. Thanks for your concern. Look forward to visiting with you again in person come November. Bud

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BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Just a note to Gary Allyn saying that I remember Denny Ezba.

JIM MCCURDY (Austin, TX) Subject: Newsletter. Please put me on your e-mail list for your newsletter. My brother Dan is a fan, and being an ex broadcaster myself, I wanted to stay in the loop. My best, Thanks, Jim McCurdy

RUDY OWEN (Dallas, TX) Hello Jim: My email address is changing effective today. Please change my email from Rudy.Owen@wnco.comt to rl.owen@sbcglobal.net. I really enjoy receiving the emails and all of the information they contain. Rudy Owen

DADE MOORE (Houston, TX) Smile Jim, life is good and fun. (www.dade.cc) / (www.angelfireradio.com) / (www.rockandroll.fm)

JIMMY RABBITT Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday, September 19th 3pm 6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com

TRIVIA ANSWER: Harry Elston co-founder of The Friends Of Distinction is a former limousine driver for The Temptations.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Famed Big-Band Jazz singer, Chris Connor, died of cancer August 29,2009. Born Mary Loutsenhizer, 11/8/27 in Kansas City, she gained fame with Maynard Ferguson & Stan Kenton bands, plus a successful solo recording career in late 50's releasing "Trust In Me" & "I Miss You So." Pierre Cossette, "Father of the Grammys," died @ 85 on September 11, 2009; he produced the Grammys first-time on TV show & TV's Latin Grammys & BET Awards. He was a co-founder of Dunhill Records and inductee on Canada's Walk of Fame. A newly released book on September 10, "King of the Queen City", written by Jon Hartley Fox (240 pages) is a compilation history of KING Records in Cincinnati. BOB & Sonny Lee

RONALD WILSON REAGAN [40th President of the United States] (February 6, 1911-June 5, 2004) If we ever forget that we're one nation under God, we will be a nation gone under.

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Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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September 14, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #712

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

FORMER RADIO STATION OWNER DEPARTS

Ed Fritts, dad of onetime NAB President/CEO Eddie Fritts, dies at 94 on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at the Parkview Rehabilitation Center. Eddie is the only son of Ed Fritts who is past owner of Nostalgia WPAD-1560, Top-40 WPAD FM (96.9), and Top-40 WDDJ FM (96.9) in Paducah, KY plus Talk WNBS-1340 in nearby Murray. Very active in the community, Fritts is a member of the Paducah Lions Club and Kiwanis Club. Gary Morse GM of Bristol Broadcasting relates to the Paducah Sun, Ed was one of those radio owners that really cared about his community and respected his competitors. Ed's survivors include his wife of 31 years, Alma Ruth; son Edward O. Fritts; two stepsons, a stepdaughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The Ed Fritts memorial service is at the First Christian Church in Paducah on Saturday, September 12th.

CNN REPORTER GETS OWN SHOW

Christiane Amanpour CNN reporter has a new talk show that debuts on Monday, September 21, 2009 on CNN International and Sunday, September 27th in the U.S. Christiane is one of my favorite cable TV reporters. She joins CNN in 1983. Amanpour's past interviews include Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the Dalai Lama and President Clinton. Christiane is a contributor to CBS newsmagazine 60 Minutes from 1996-2005.

TV REVENUE RISES

TVNewsCheck says that the Television Bureau of Advertising's 2010 forecast for the local broadcast television industry is good. TBA's report that releases on Thursday, September 10, 2009 says total spot TV revenues in 2010 rise between 3.6% to 6.1% in comparison with 2009's earnings. Also local spot revenue climbs between 1.0% to 3.0% plus national spot increases by 6% to 12%.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What inspires Smokey Robinson of The Miracles to write his big hit tune My Girl? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! RON SAMUELS' [KILT FM, KDAY, KPRC, KBLX, KCOP TV, WKIS] birthday is Friday, September 11th. •BONNIE BERNSTEIN is newest member of ESPN WEPN-1050 NYC's Michael Kay PM Drive Show on Monday, September 14, 2009. •KNEW-910 Clear Channel Talk San Francisco, CA switches directions as it replaces Michael Savage with the John and Ken Show from L-A sister station KFI-640. •BETH DAVIS moves on up from Director of Sales to President/GM of Clear Channel-St. Louis, MO cluster. •SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE adds Jenny Slate and Nasim Pedrad as cast regulars.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 ELVIS PRESLEY's 1st appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show is on September 9th. Cameras shoot Elvis only from the waist up because of his swivel hips. •1967 JOHN POWER bass/vocals with British Rock quartet The La's born in Allerton, Liverpool on September 14th. •1973 CONWAY TWITTY's You've Never Been This Far Before hits #1 on Billboard-Country on September 8th. •1988 TEDDY GEIGER singer/songwriter born on September 16th. •1990 BILLY DEAN's debut album Young Man releases on Capitol records on September 10th. •2000 RICHARD [Snax] JAEGER Rock/Blues/Jazz percussionist dies on August 27th.

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DAVE MICHAELS (Los Angeles-Culver City, CA) Was talking the other night to a guy who does V/O here in L.A. who went to Elkins back in the 60's (Dallas)...anyway...so did I...maybe someone will get a laugh out of this story. I was going to Elkins and also working at their little FM Radio station KEIR (was KQRO-FM)...and they even paid us a salary for our air-shift---but you had to sign the check and give it back to your Instructor...(like a lab fee or something; so you really worked on the air for free and the experience. I did the 7pm to midnight a few nights a week. I remember we had a system on the remote panel in the studio that you dialed up 3 phone digits and it turned off the Transmitter until the next morning and a 2nd number turned it back on. The high power was the only thing really shut down. The exciter was still alive. I stayed one night to do some production and got quite a few phone calls from people hearing me cuss, clear my throat and start the spot over again until I got it just perfect. I think the station was on the 6th floor of the Fidelity Life Bldg. in downtown Dallas. It was 1966. I also heard a rumor that Rush Limbaugh went to Elkins...any truth in that? Dave Michaels

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DON LINCOLN (Austin-Lago Vista, TX) Hello again, Jim – Oh, lordy, a Kimball Knight & a senior one at that – what a coincidence! I was born & raised in Dallas, SOC district, until I joined the Coast Guard only 2 weeks out of high school. Ironically, I also became a Radioman (RM), but not like you and the other DJs of that time. My radios were used for Morse code (also known as ‘CW’), radio-teletype and radio-telephone – some of it, ‘crypto secure’ – to communicate with shore units, ships & aircraft. I served 15 yrs in the enlisted ranks, at various shore & sea duty assignments around the country & overseas, including a 10-mo. tour of duty in Vietnam on a CG cutter during ’68-69 – bad year. While stationed in San Juan, P.R. in ’81, I became a Chief Warrant Officer in Communications & served in the officer ranks for the remaining 15 yrs. I returned to my home state as a CG-sponsored student at U.T. Arlington during ’86-88, where I completed a B. S. degree in Information Systems (called ‘IT’ today). After a few more assignments, I received a final promotion to Lieutenant Commander, one last transfer to New Orleans and retired with 30 yrs service ‘96. Thanks again & best regards – Don

DON TIFFIN (Dallas-The Colony, TX) Jim, Might be...Good picture though...They (Facebook) put quite a few good pictures on Oak Cliff Boomers. You will know several of the people in some of the pics that people have put on there (there are a bunch)...your buddy Jimmy Grubb is in one of the shots taken at a party. Lots of old '60s and '50s pics on there...its kinda fun. Don

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Jim, Regarding K-DOK in Tyler. I was on the air with Bill Young in the late 50’s & early 1960. A lot of good talent got their start there. Among them were: Steve Lundy, Randy Robbins and Rusty Reynolds with Bill Young and Jimmy Rabbit. Dana Adams was a great owner! I think Don Couser came through there also. I had forgotten about my buddy Frank Haley being there. I know I have left a few out…it was a fun place to work when radio was fun to be in. See you at your table at the TRHoF at Tin Hall! Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, I just bought the newly-remastered Beatles CD's box and it's incredible. It's like discovering them all over again. Stereo separation is superb, and the sound quality is, if possible, better than the original albums. The box sets aren't cheap, but well worth the price. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: If that writer to you from NY ever finds out we dearly love our pet-members-of-family down here, she will freak-out! My Sonny Lee is home all day taking messages; tonight I told him if the economy continues to spiral, he may have to get a paper route. He promptly left the room! BOB & Sonny Lee

CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France. Have that on my profile on Facebook! :) Chumbe Salinas

TRIVIA ANSWER: Smokey Robinson says that his wife Claudette inspires him to write the Temptations' #1 1964 hit My Girl. They file divorce papers in 1986.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I am always amazed at how you get so much done. I have problems with my hearing due to respiratory, but nothing I can pin down, have found I like Chinese Food but get a reaction almost every time so it is off my list. I once was in a town out in Arizona the middle of nowhere and here was this big beautiful Chinese Restaurant, the food was excellent. I find I will pay extra at times for good service. Like I was at a movie store and wanted a DVD but could not remember the title so I asked for help. The person goes "You can Google that on the computer". I said,"Thanks, I won't be back here then." The manager rushes over and says, "I think I can help and he brings up listings and takes me to the DVD." I bought the DVD but did not return, since it was not the first time I had been treated the best. I recently saw the place now closed, I can not imagine why?

JANE AUSTEN (December 16, 1775-July 18, 1817) If things are going untowardly one month, they are sure to mend the next.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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September 11, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #711

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RAID FREES REPORTER

Taliban militants in Afghanistan capture New York Times reporter Stephen Farrell and hold him for 4 days. For fear of Stephen's safety the NY Times and other news outlets keep the incident quiet. Wonderful news! On Wednesday morning, September 9, 2009 British commandoes raid the terrorist encampment and set Stephen Farrell free. Sad part is that his Afghan interpreter dies in the fight.

FRIDAY'S TUMBLING TOWERS OF RADIO

FBI investigators wonder if an environmental group that they refer to as eco-terrorists causes damage to radio station towers at different locations. President-GM Andy Skotdal wants to increase the power of Sports-Talk ESPN KRKO-1380 in Seattle-Everett, WA to 50,000-watts to improve its coverage area. KRKO's power increase creates an ongoing local controversy. Early Friday, September 4, 2009 vandals take down two of KRKO's towers - one of them is 349' tall. Police find a bulldozer in a nearby field. Website http://MyNorthwest.com reveals that police find a banner at the scene with the initials ELF next to a drawing of a heart. An e-mail from the North American Earth Liberation Front Press Office says they tear down the towers because of health and environmental concerns. Jason Crawford ELF press office spokesman claims We have to weigh our priorities and the local ecosystem in Everett, along with the local residents, do not need additional sports news radio station towers that come at the expense of reduced property values and harmful radio waves. Also last Friday hooligans attack Clear Channel O&O News/Talk WAEB-790 in Allentown, PA. A saboteur cuts one of five guy wires to WAEB's 350-foot tower. Federal agents aren’t sure whether this incident has a similar environmental message. Another radio station tower mishap occurs on Friday that knocks J&V Communications WTJV-1490 DeLand, FL off the air. No mystery to solve here. Cops report that a Jeep full of high school football fans who leave a game snaps a guy wire. WTJV's 327-foot tower crashes to the ground. WTJV's tower is a local landmark because it stands tall since 1953.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous female Pop singer sings backup vocals on the Righteous Brothers' You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WANDA JACKSON Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame singer of the Fabulous Fifties performs NW of Austin, TX at the The Llano Country Opry's Lantex Theater on Saturday, September 12, 2009. Admission is $12.00 per person. Tickets on sale at www.heartoftexascountry.com. Be there or be square! •COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION names its 2009 National Broadcast Personality of the Year nominees: Bob Kingsley, Lia Knight and Kix Brooks. •ARMY ARCHARD Daily Variety showbiz columnist for 52 years dies at 87 on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 in Los Angeles of a rare form of mesothelioma cancer.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 JOHN MCFEE guitarist with Country-Rock band Southern Pacific born on September 9th in Santa Cruz, CA. •1960 DAVE LOWRY guitarist with Rock band Cracker born in San Antonio, TX on September 10th. •1978 WAYLON JENNINGS' single I've Always Been Crazy lasts 3 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on September 9th. •1980 KEVIN SIMM Pop-Soul singer with Liberty X born on September 5th. •1991 TRACY BYRD (Holdin' Heaven #1-1993) marries Michelle Hilton on September 9th in Lake Tahoe, NV. •2005 LITTLE MILTON CAMPBELL Blues singer/guitarist/songwriter dies at 70 on August 4th.

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CHAD EVERSON (NYC, NY) Hey Jim, Jen from Frogtown records said that you had an Akita pup. Those Akita are great dogs. We have a Lab/St. Bernard/Chow mix. It is essential to surround ourselves with life. However, the more you do the more heartache and joy we experience. Thanks for adding me to your great Jim Rose Remembers Radio email newsletter. It must be a ton of work to get out there. Since you are a colossal figure in the industry, do you have any suggestions one service providers for Online Radio Networks? Currently we are on www.Blogtalkradio.com. I have been with them for almost two years now, but the writing on the wall is that they are changing their services and are going to make it almost impossible to stay. www.USTREAM.com is pretty interesting with the video, and www.Live365.com if we had money would be a no brainer. Unfortunately squeezing money out of Conservatives is like trying to blood from a Rock. So I am financing this all off my kitchen table. I hope you will consider my offer to host one of our shows. If I can swing the www.Live365.com radio station we will have licensing! But, then I will live and die with the advertising dollars. I am not sure if I am willing to take on that yoke. But I will let you know if you are interested in hosting a show. Take care and thanks for adding me to your email list! Chad Everson, President, Theodore Media LLC

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KDOK-AM radio in Tyler, TX produces some of Texas' top radio talent. Houston's own Bill Young is a former Program Director of KDOK. Others who come through KDOK are Frank Haley and Jimmy Rabbitt. KDOK-1330 remolds into Citadel KGLD-1330 Tyler, TX with Gospel Music. On May 7, 2009 the KDOK call letters move 25 miles east to Kilgore, TX at 1240kc which is the former home of KBGE. The 2009 Texas Radio Hall of Fame induction ceremonies are in November right here in Houston at the famous Tin Hall. JRRR has a 10 seat table at the event.

BILL YOUNG (Houston-Sugar Land, TX) JIM...KDOK was a Tyler, Texas AM daytimer at 1330! Still not sure if I will be able to be there (TRHoF). Stairs are very tough for me these days and I understand this venue has a difficult climb to enter. good to hear from you JIM.

DAVE E. CROCKETT (Houston-Sugar Land, TX) Thanks for the birthday shout-out! Much appreciated! Dave E. Crockett, Audio Producer-Voice Talent, Bill Young Productions

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, Thanks for the invite. I already have my ticket. I'm on the board so I don't know exactly where I will sit. Usually we are spread around to different tables and areas. Will have to play the situation by ear at the day of the event. Thanks again for the invite. Will see you there. Bud

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I was at a photo store asking about the difference between two cameras, the sales person goes,"$200.." I then left and went around the corner to Target and was surprised I found the higher priced camera for the same price as the other and the sales person even managed to get me to buy photo paper, extra memory and later extra battery. Also that photo chain is going out of business, just because they have a reputation of being good is not enough for me. I believe in Service especially if my money is involved. My mother once had something come up and 7- Eleven helped her out, so she wrote the company saying it was true,"Oh, Thank Heaven For 7-Eleven". She got a letter back from the creator of the jingle package.

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GENE THOMAS (Houston, TX) Gene sent you a Facebook message. Subject: Friends. Hello Jim, Just wanted to say Hi. Haven't met you but have heard of you courtesy of Barry Kilgore. In fact, I joined Facebook out of curiosity because of his talking about it. Thanks for the invite. Gene Thomas

CHUCK MCCANN (Austin, TX) Subject: Newsletter. Hi Jim, Came across your newsletter on a nostalgia hunt...nice job. I did weekends at KNUZ in 1970. Chuck McCann; A.R.E. Network; Austin, Texas (www.arenet.com/)

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, September 12th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday September 15th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Pop singer Cher of Sonny and Cher sings backup vocals on the Righteous Brothers' 1965 #1 hit single You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling. BMI reports that this is the first 7-million performance song. Phil Spector produces and co-writes the tune. Phil inducts into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Great stuff from Red indeed. I have a pic taken during his visit to Charlottesville, VA at Omni Hotel, 1988. I believe he is now honored annually in his hometown, Vincennes, IN. We still miss such great entertainers; the mold is gone now. Thx for sending to me; I have dispatched & saved too. BOB & Sonny Lee

RED SKELTON (July 18, 1913-September 17, 1997) Recipe for the perfect marriage: We sleep in separate beds. Hers is in California and mine is in Texas.

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Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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September 09, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #710

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

DON IMUS TEES OFF

Don Imus, Citadel Media WABC-770 NYC, NY syndicated talk show host, tees off at Great River Golf Club in Milford, CT on September 16, 2009 for the annual Imus Ranch Golf Outing that benefits the I-Man's New Mexico ranch for kids with cancer. The entrance fee for the charity event is $500 per player. This includes lunch, a silent auction, contests, an awards banquet and a unique gift bag that only Imus would give. Imus newscaster Charles McCord plus the rest of the Imus in the Morning crew join in on the golf link course. For more information and a funny video about the event check out the News-Talk WABC-770 Radio website www.wabcradio.com/. For golf singles or foursomes please contact Leslie Slender at 212.613.3848 or email at events@wabcradio.com.

JODY MAC GETS THE BOOT

Laura Nachman Editor of Philly TV and Radio news and commentary comments My guess as to why Jody McDonald’s contract was not renewed by ESPN-950 is money. Greater Philadelphia Media owns Sports-Talk ESPN WPEN-950, also Classic Rock WMGK (102.9), Adult Hits WFLN FM (Ben 95.7), Rock WMMR FM (93.3) and AC WNUW FM (Now 97.5) Burlington, NJ. Recently, WFLN FM rids itself of all its DJs except for Marilyn Russell but cuts back her morning air show time slot to 5:30-8:30.

JOB OPENINGS: KBMT-TV ABC/NBC CH12 Beaumont, TX needs both a Local Sales Manager and a Production Manager. If you qualify for either position zip out your resume with salary requirements to: lwest@kbmt-tv.com or fax: 409-981-1562 or slow mail: KBMT-TV Attn: Liz West, 525 I-10 South, Beaumont, TX 77701. Good luck!

TRIVIA QUESTION: Which member of 1960s Pop group The Monkees writes Linda Ronstadt's 1st hit tune? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TAMALA EDWARDS morning show co-anchor on WPVI TV ABC CH6 Philadelphia, PA gives birth to her 1st child, son Rocco Alexander Edwards Lugrine at 6 pounds, 7 ounces. •RUPERT MURDOCH billionaire Chairman/CEO of News Corporation and Fox News in talks to buy 20% stake in Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's Rotana Media conglomerate. •JIM WHITE CBS Radio News/Talk host known for more than 30 years as The Big Bumper on KMOX-1120 St. Louis, MO who retires in 1999 dies early this week after complications from surgery. JRRR sends our sympathies to Jim White's family and his many fans.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 JOHN MCFEE guitarist with Rock band The Doobie Brothers born on September 9th. •1961 LORETTA LYNN signs a recording contract with Decca records on September 3rd. •1974 NINA PERSSON singer with Swedish Pop-Rock quintet The Cardigans born on September 6th. •1981 GEORGE STRAIT's debut album Strait Country releases on MCA records on September 4th. •1991 PETER FRANKLYN BELLAMY British guitarist/folk singer with The Young Tradition dies on September 24th. •2005 FAITH HILL's single Mississippi Girl rises to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on September 3rd.

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REJINA BROWN (Seattle, WA) Subject: Music Industry Veteran Skip Miller Died. Another great industry veteran has passed. Alvin "Skip" Miller, 61, died yesterday (Friday) of a heart attack while in the hospital at Cedars Sinai Hospital. Miller was most recently running his own company Panda Entertainment Group which is a talent management company specializing in artist development, music consulting and production. Miller is the former president of Motown Record Corporation and exec VP at RCA Records Label. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Project Angel Food or the Department of Neurosurgery and Neurosurgical Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center headed by Dr. Keith Black at www.cedars-sinai.edu. He will be missed by many. R.I.P. Skip.

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RAY WHITWORTH Hi Jim: Yeah the "Jerry Jones Network" is pretty cheap doing the simulcast, but wait it doesn't stop there. The price of a hamburger in the stadium is $9.00...Beer is $13.00...bottled water is $6.00. Parking 1 mile from the stadium is $30.00. Now Jones came up with a great idea <sic> The "Cowboy Party Pack" for $29.95 per person, you can walk along the catwalks and watch the game inside the stadium (no seats). There are quite a few seats in the upper decks going for $75.00 a piece, the problem is you only see half of the field due to a structure column of the stadium directly in front of you. A lot of Arlington citizens like me are staying away, and the stadium is only4 miles from my house. Jones also does not (as part of his deal) have to Pay Tarrant or Arlington Taxes until 2020 according to some folks "on the inside". All I can say is "Go Minnesota Vikings!! and Oakland raiders!!! Ray

JIM MCCURDY (Austin, TX) Hey Jim, Nice to connect on FB. I've been reading the missives from that disturbed gal in New York about your late dog Tejas. She really needs to get rid of her stinkin' thinkin' and have an attitude adjustment. You're doing great work with JRRR! Keep it up! It keeps us seasoned former radio jocks informed on how much the biz has changed since we surfed the airwaves back in the 60's, 70's and 80's. My Best, Jim McCurdy

KMOO-1510

When I'm a DJ on WFAA-820 in Dallas, TX in 1967 former KHFI FM audio engineer Mike Kellam and I form a broadcast company in the office of a Dallas attorney. Our first acquisition is possibly KMOO-1510 in Mineola, TX. The price is a whopping $50,000. For a look-see we head out I-20 from Dallas to east TX just west of Shreveport, LA. Barely can pick up KMOO's signal inside the Mineola city limits. The broadcast operation is inside a white frame house that sits up high off the ground. Appears to just recently move to that location. A tall white haired fella seems to be in charge. A very young kid sits behind the mic in a tiny control room. He says that he drives in from Nashville, TN and stops off the freeway for a job at KMOO. He has no radio experience but they hire him as a DJ. The transmitter is on leased land beside a small pond way out in the country. That's a no-no because the transmitter must own its own property because it's quite expensive and extremely tedious to move the transmitter and tower. We decide not to buy KMOO. But in the late 1970s, owner Sam Curry sells KMOO-1510. The new owner moves KMOO's entire facility to Canton, TX. KMOO-1510 soon emerges as KRDH-1510 with Country music. Sam replaces the old KMOO-1510 with the new KMOO FM (96.7) in Mineola, TX.

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Ah...Mineola. That's K-MOO country, 'ya know.

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KEVIN CHARLES MINATREA (Houston, TX) Jim...My brother started working at KMOO around 1970 (give or take a year) as a high school student. He was one half of what was billed as the "Double-O Duo" in the afternoon. The boss/owner at the time was a guy named Sam Curry. I never worked there myself, but it was my brother who got me started in the business when we moved to Nacogdoches...where I was trained by some country bumpkin named Mike Hudman. (I still have an old aircheck of yours Mike...so be nice to me.. :)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Mike Nesmith guitarist with 1960s Pop group The Monkees writes Linda Ronstadt's 1st national chart hit Different Drum (#13-1968).

TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Subject: KNEL's Hillbilly Hits Radio Show Online! KNEL's Hillbilly Hits Radio Show is back online beginning Thursday night. We will broadcast on the world wide web each Thursday evening between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM Central Time and then the show will be rebroadcast on Saturday nights between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM Central Time. We invite you to tune in at www.heartoftexascountry.com and simply click on the button in the right hand corner of our website. Our request lines are open during the original Thursday night show from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM Central time at 1-800-526-9698 or 325-597-2119.

HOUSTON, TX now has four full time sports radio stations as we report in a previous issue of JRRR. How much is too much of a good thing?

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Subject: Re: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#703) August 24, 2009 [Monday] I think that means we have about 3 too many sports stations. Wasted air in my opinion.

MAE WEST (1892-1980) Too much of a good thing is wonderful.

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September 07, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #709

HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

THE I-MAN MOVES

WFAN-770 NYC radio talk show host Don Imus simulcasts his program on RFD cable TV channel. But recently rumors persist that the I-Man negotiates with FOX Business Network for a new simulcast of his radio show. We can now lay those rumors to rest because the deal is done. Imus's new TV location is FOX Business Network. Don begins his new simulcast on FBN on Monday, October 5, 2009. The I-Man’s new location on FBN adds additional business news into its mix of current affairs, politics, entertainment and sports. FBN signs a multi-year deal with Don Imus. This makes Imus very happy: I love FOX. Roger Ailes is the preeminent genius of American broadcasting. Who wouldn’t want to do this?" FBN’s Jenna Lee, Connell McShane and Ashley Webster appear on Imus’ new TV show with breaking financial news and pre-market action. FBN’s VP/Business News Alexis Glick's Money for Breakfast currently on 7-9am has it’s final show on October 2nd. Alexis continues to host Opening Bell after Imus at 9am.

COWBOYS TRIM COSTS

In today's economy even NFL teams cut corners. To save money the Dallas Cowboys once again use a combined radio-TV simulcast on Saturday, September 5, 2009 for their third pre-season game as they take on the Minnesota Vikings. The pigskin panorama broadcasts locally in Big D with a simulcast of KTVT TV CBS CH11, KRLD FM (The Fan 105.3) and KRLD-1080 (News Radio).

LABOR DAY WEEKEND FLIP-FLOPS

Cumulus gyrates Classic Rock KDBN FM (The Bone 93.3) Dallas-Haltom City, TX to CHR (i93) at noon on Friday, September 4, 2009. KDBN's new website is www.i93hits.com. Jan Jeffries, SVP of Cumulus Programming affirms i93 is a result of extensive research to provide a reflection of the DFW market area. It has been carefully crafted to offer a wide variety of contemporary hit music from the pop, rhythm, and alternative musical genres. KDBN goes commercial free all weekend long while the search goes on for new on-air talent. Also on Friday, Clear Channel spins Country WDTW FM (106.7) [ex WWWW FM] Detroit, MI to Rhythmic The Beat. WDTW's new website is www.1067thebeat.com.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Margaritaville singer Jimmy Buffett is a staff writer for what huge music industry magazine in the late 1960s? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KRIV TV Fox O&O CH26 Houston, TX debuts news and lifestyle show Fox 26 Morning News Extra during the 9-10 am hour on Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2009 for a total of 39.5 hours locally produced news each week. •WLUE FM (Louie FM 100.5) Clear Channel Radio Adult Hits Louisville-Jefferson, KY flips calls & format on Thursday, September 3, 2009 at 5 pm to WLGX FM (Gen X Radio 100.5) with 1990s Pop/Rock from Grunge, Hip Hop, Hair Bands, Boy Bands and others. •WSJZ FM Rock (Pirate 95.9) Melbourne, FL flips to Sports (ESPN 95.9) on Thursday, September 3, 2009 including University of Florida Football PBP.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 PAUL DEAKIN drummer founding member of The Mavericks born on September 2nd in Miami, FL. •1961 JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET French Pianist born in Lyon, France on September 7th. •1973 CHARLIE RICH's single Behind Closed Doors is his 1st Gold record on September 4th. •1987 RAMIELE MALUBAY singer/former American Idol contestant born in Dammam, Saudi Arabia on September 6th. •1996 DEANA CARTER's album Did I Shave My Legs for This? releases on Capitol records on September 3rd. •2008 AARON SHEARER Classical guitarist dies at 88 on Monday, April 21st.

EMAILS YES WE HAVE EMAIL

DAVID LEWIS (Harrisburg, PA) Hi Jim, Hope all is well with you. I'm hoping that you or some of your readers could help me out. I am looking for any KTSA stuff such as air checks, music surveys, station promos, from the 1968-71 time period, the Big T era. I remember in the late 60's they had a contest, when a listener heard the 'sound of the 'ol prospector' you could call in and win a 21 All Time Hits album, I believe there were 2 volumes done (I'd like to get one or both if possible). So anyways, if anyone has any of these items for sale, trade, etc., or knows where I could get any of these, I'd sure appreciate it! Take care Jim. Always diggin' the Big T! Dave Lewis

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GARY P. NUNN (Austin-Marble Falls, TX) Jim, Good to hear from you. Sounds like an interesting journey...I'm happy to have been able to hitchhike with you some. Be (happy) to send out to you my newsletters, gig notices, whatever. Check me out at www.garypnunn.com or at the MySpace site at garypnunnofficial. I'm in Houston a lot. Be happy to work out a time to come in for interview, Mexican food, whatever. Till then, I will remain A friend for life, Gary P.

WE ALL SING-A-LONG WITH Gary P. Nunn's London Homesick Blues that also features Jerry Jeff Walker and the Lost Gonzo Band which becomes a Texas National Anthem. Gary wins so many accolades that we have not enough room here but a couple of them include Official Ambassador to the World title from former Texas Governor Mark White, The Ambassador of Texas Music medal from Governor Rick Perry plus induction into the Texas Hall of Fame.

CHUCK MCCANN (Austin, TX) Hi Jim, I was actually doing a Google search on KNUZ and your site came up. I would surely like to receive your newsletter, especially if I can keep up with some of my old friends in radio of the early 60's, 70’s. The stories of this era are numerous and I will share as they come to mind. Thanks, Chuck McCann (www.arenet.com/)

VICKY PICKERING (Houston. TX) Subject: Big D Jamboree/Sherry Davis: One of the big stars of the Big D Jamboree in the late 1950s was the beautiful and talented Sherry Davis. She recorded 2 songs at the Norman Petty 7th Street Studio in Clovis, NM in 1957. She had a great voice. The Picks (Buddy Holly's backup vocalists) put the backup vocals on her two songs "Broken Promises" and "Humble Heart" with Buddy Holly on guitar. We talked to her daughter today and she said Sherry retired in 1971 after being on the road and performing for years with some of the greatest stars including Elvis. She is now deceased. She was one of the people who should have been a super star. If any of you D.J.'s played her songs you will agree with me. She released these versions of the songs on Fashion label out of Dallas. She can be seen and/or heard performing these songs on YouTube. Vicky Pickering Houston, TX (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com)

DON LINCOLN (Austin-Lago Vista, TX) Subject: KPCN & Big 'D' Jamboree - 1964. My dad, a Dallas native (as I am) passed away almost 12 yrs ago and I thought all his personal effects had been removed from his lady friend’s home. But now, her health is failing and I visited yesterday at her request to retrieve a few additional miscellaneous items found stored in her attic. Among these was an old 45-rpm record box full of 60’s era Country-Western music mostly without sheaths. One of the few original sheaths still intact contains the hit "She Thinks I Still Care" featuring a young George Jones with a flat-top haircut. Among Dad’s collection of oldies was a KPCN program for a broadcast of the Big "D" Jamboree at the Sportatorium in late August and early September 1964. The dates of the 2 shows are printed below the words ‘Big "D" Jamboree’, but the year isn’t. So I had to use a virtual calendar program on a website to back-track and figure out what year it was that August 29th and September 5th both fell on Saturday. Anyway, I was originally going to e-mail you to try finding out what year this program was but after discovering it myself decided to e-mail copies to you. I ran across your name while researching – best regards. Don Lincoln, SOC Class of ‘66

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday September 8th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, September 12th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: Jimmy Buffett is a staff writer for Billboard magazine's office in Nashville, TN from 1969 to 1970.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Hello Jim: Learned recently that the famed B-Western movie actor, Harry Carey, Jr took a fall resulting in surgery on his hip; he is undergoing therapy & according to wife Marilyn Carey, the aging actor would like to hear from his fans. Cards may be sent to him at 4006 Foothill Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93110. (BOB & Sonny Lee)

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790) Write injuries in dust, benefits in marble.

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September 04, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #708

HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LONG TIME TV NETWORK ANCHOR RETIRES

Charles Gibson, ABC World News anchor since May 2006, proclaims his plans to step down from his perch on high at the end of 2009. In fact, Charles completely retires from full-time employment at ABC News. David Westin, ABC News President, declares that 63-year old Good Morning America anchor Diane Sawyer is his replacement effective January 2010. The 66-year old Gibson relates in an e-mail to the World News staff It has not been an easy decision to make. This has been my professional home for almost 35 years. And I love this news department, and all who work in it, to the depths of my soul. Westin says that he and Charles talk about the decision for several weeks and that Gibson has persuaded me that this is both what he wants and what is best for him.

SATELLITE NABS HANNITY

This summer Conservative talk host Sean Hannity records his Freedom Concerts around the country. On Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2009 Sirius XM Radio's Conservative talk channels broadcast the highlights of Sean's Freedom Concerts to raise scholarship money for children of injured or killed military personnel.

REMEMBER THE CLASSIC TUNE MOTHER IN LAW?

The late New Orleans R&B musician Ernie K-Doe Kador strikes #1 on Billboard's Pop chart with his hit Mother-in-Law in spring 1961. His wife Antoinette launches the famous Mother-in-Law Lounge in New Orleans, LA in 1996. Ernie K-Doe proclaims himself The Emperor of the Universe. He wears outlandish capes and suits in the years before he dies at 65 in 2001. In 2005, the nightclub suffers heavy damage from hurricane Katrina. Miss Antoinette passes away at the famous Lounge on Mardi Gras day February 24, 2009. Hundreds of the Emperor's fancy show suits in a rainbow of colors with accents of braids and sequins go on sale on Saturday, September 5th. Kador's daughter, Betty Fox, says the suits, Antoinette's gowns and Ernie K-Doe For Mayor T-shirts have reasonable prices for fans of the colorful New Orleans personality.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Perry Como has many hits in the 1950s: Round and Round, Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes and Hot Diggity. What else is special about Perry? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! DAVE E. CROCKETT [KKBQ FM, KLDE FM, Bill Young Productions] on Friday, September 4th. CHUCK JOSEPH [KILT] on Saturday, September 5, 2009. •BRIAN BALDINGER former NFL Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard and Fox TV Sports football analyst contract ends after 12 years. John Lynch is his replacement. Brian signs with Compass Media NFL games on radio. His first game is Dallas vs. Tampa Bay on September 13. •WILLIE NELSON'S Farm Aid 2009 is at the Horizon Ampitheater in St. Louis, MO on October 4, 2009. For ticket information: www.clubluck.willienelson.com

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 MARTIN CHAMBERS drummer with British Rock quartet The Pretenders born on September 4th. •1962 MARTY ROBBINS' single Devil Woman begins an 8-week stay at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on September 1st. •1970 IGOR CAVALERA drummer with Brazilian Metal band Sepultura born in Belo Horizonte on September 4th. •1981 JUICE NEWTON's single Queen Of Hearts certifies Gold on September 2nd. •1998 GENE PAGE Influential US conductor/arranger and record producer dies on August 23rd. •2005 LITTLE BIG TOWN's video Boondocks debuts on CMT on September 1st.

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FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Jim my friend, I e-mailed you my news for today (KKIM-1000 & FM) so you can see what's going on around the "Duke City"...and no I do not remember the freq of KDOK, what was it?? Those were interesting times, I was working at KTTB M-F as a mid-day DJ using the "air" name of Randy Michaels and on the week-ends I was doing news on KDOK under the name of Frank DeVaney. The KTTB manager did not know I was working at KDOK and fired me when he found out. That's when I moved to Dallas. If you want to hear my news, go to our web site www.mykkim.com and click on the "on air" sign and it'll stream for you. My news runs at 8am, 10am, 11:30 & 12:30...mountain time. It'll be one hour ahead for you. Anyway, I also run a 1/2 hr interview show on Sat. at 3:30pm mountain time. Enjoy, Frank cjf My life's verse: Isa. 9:6 My "getting through the day" saying: "When the sunshine of God's love meets the showers of our sorrow, the rainbow of promise appears."

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MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) To Sara Chester: Sara, this is not a newsletter--it is a blog, accessible by e-mail. And not just any old blog-it is for radio people! By all means, go to the internet if you want news. Or, better, just tune into the Fox News Channel for fair and balance reporting. But, please, don't disparage the rest of us for keeping up with our industry. And, for every five posters, there are a hundred who just lurk. Thanks to Jim Rose for maintaining it, out of the goodness of his heart. Marty Ambrose

JRRR is a newsletter that covers radio, TV, music, movies and the media which also includes email from contributors plus any others with interesting words to say about those subjects. JRRR does censor out words that fall into the risqué. Due to the heavy amount of email JRRR has a bank vault full for possible future use.

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Jim, In reference to your story entitled "ABC BANS FREE SPEECH," keep in mind that this is the same network that has no problem, at all, with showing two people of the same gender kissing passionately. To them, it means ratings and the resulting revenue...and that is all that matters to them. Morality doesn't live there. To decent people, of course, it is obnoxious...and very typical left-wing. Andy

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CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I am on a mailing list from the ARRL, anyway, I thought you would be interested in knowing of another person who has dealt with the loss of a pet/more like a family member, at the bottom of the message. Also I found a quote from a Book: Proverbs 12:10 A righteous man cares for the needs of his animal, but the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel. From: memberlist@www.arrl.org Subject: The August update. Greetings North Texans! There are several items that I would like to share or have been requested to share by affiliated clubs etc... On a personal note, being your elected Section Manager really doesn't come with many perks. One perk that I can think of is access to 2804 of you, quite the captive audience if I do say so myself. That being said, I would like to announce that I am actively seeking to adopt a young male pure-bred German Shepherd. Back in January I lost Jerry Lee, my companion of 6 years to a freak accident at my friend’s ranch. I miss him more than words can say, but I feel I have healed enough to bring another dog into my home. If you have any leads or have a Shep that needs a home, please don't hesitate to drop me an email. ARRL North Texas Section; Section Manager: Jay T. Urish, W5GM / w5gm@arrl.org

TRIVIA ANSWER: 1950s crooner Perry Como also is the seventh son of a seventh son.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, September 5th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday September 8th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Howdy Jim!!! Summertime Blues also #1 for Allan Jackson...biggest version to my knowledge... DrB

ALAN JACKSON'S single Summertime Blues is #1 on Billboard's Country chart for three weeks in a row in the summer of 1994 but it sells less than a half million copies. In the past 20 years, Alan Jackson sells more than 40 million albums and scores more than 30 #1 songs. The version that we remember the most is Rock-a-Billy Eddie Cochran's performance that rises to #8 on Billboard's Pop chart in the fall of 1958. San Francisco Hard Rock duo Blue Cheer's musicale goes to #14 in spring 1968. British Rock band The Who's live version hits #27 in summer 1970. Not a single one of these versions sells a half million copies each.

DON RICKLES (May 8, 1926-p) Obama sets a record...he actually lies more in 60 days than Bill Clinton.

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September 02, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #707

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CORRESPONDANT SUFFERS INJURIES

CBS Radio News correspondent Cami McCormick suffers leg wound injuries on Friday, August 28, 2009 while she travels with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan's Logar providence. CBS reports that an improvised explosive device strikes the vehicle in which Cami rides just south of Kabul. After she receives treatment at a field hospital medical authorities transport McCormick to Bagram Air Base. During her career Cami wins several Murrow Awards. She is with CBS Radio News since 1998. On her assignments McCormick travels Iraq and Afghanistan extensively. She covers the Middle East for many years.

BECK BOYCOTT DOES LITTLE

The group that urges an advertiser boycott of Fox News conservative host Glenn Beck's TV show only brings in more viewers by the millions. Glenn's audience grows in leaps and bounds during the boycott. Beck's show becomes the #1 program on any network. According to Nielsen Media Research data Glenn draws 2.81 million viewers on Monday, August 23, 2009 which is his third-largest audience since Fox News launches his show in January 2009. They keep their boycott push but it only adds more viewers to Beck's audience. The advertisers that leave his show only move to other spots on Fox News Channel. Reports come in indicate the number of viewers for his Wednesday, August 26th program tops 3 million viewers which is enough to catapult his fellow FNC host Bill O'Reilly and all others. This huge audience surge probably makes those advertisers wonder why they don't follow the leader.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous TV comedian designs the horse logo that appears on most of Poco's albums? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•FCC names 77 bidders out of 122 available who qualify for FM Auction 79 on September 1, 2009. Potential bidders: Educational Media Foundation (leads with a $400K offer), Mount Wilson FM Broadcasters & Kona Coast Radio. •JEFF RYAN swing man on Country WXTU FM (92.5) Philadelphia, PA replaces Razz on nights who moves to MD/afternoon DJ. •SALEM NYC welcomes Syracuse Football & Basketball plus The Big East Basketball Schedule on Talk WNYM-970 Hackensack, NJ for the next 2 years. •DISNEY buys Marvel Entertainment for $4B in cash & stock. This brings into the Disney family characters like Iron Man & Spider-Man.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 THE BROWNS single The Three Bells quickly rises to #1 on Billboard's Country hit list on August 31st. •1965 CRAIG MCLACHLAN Australian actor/singer born on September 1st in Long Jetty, New South Wales. •1974 GEORGE JONES' single The Grand Tour scores the #1 position on the Billboard's Country singles survey on August 31st. •1984 JOSEPH TROHMAN lead guitarist with Pop/Punk band Fall Out Boy born on September 1st in Hollywood, FL. •1994 CLAY WALKER's self-titled debut album is first platinum disc on August 31st. •2008 ZEZÉ GONZAGA Brazilian singer dies on July 24th.

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ROY LEMONS (Grove, OK) Subject: Dick Oppenheimer. Congrats to my old boss, Dick Oppenheimer. the TAB recently named Dick as "Pioneer of The Year" at their annual convention. I worked for Dick as GM of WBOK in New Orleans when he was running Starr Broadcasting. Great guy who I have known since his days at KYOK and I was at KIKK. here's the link to his award. www.tab.org/convention-and-trade-show/awards/current-winners/dick-oppenheimer/index.php

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) I'm so proud and happy for my former boss, Jim! Dick Oppenheimer was honored as Pioneer of the Year by the TX. Assoc. of Broadcasters on August 20 at the organizations annual convention in Austin. He was introduced at the awards gala by his son, Michael Oppenheimer, Market Manager for Clear Channel in Memphis, TN. Dick served on the Board of Directors for TAB for 7 years and served 8 years on the NAB Board of Directors. Dick currently owns KLGO-FM Austin having begun his service to the TX broadcasting community as the manager of KYOK-AM Houston back in 1966. In 1977 Dick started Capitol Cities Broadcasting by purchasing KIXL-AM Austin adding McAllen's KBFM-FM in 1978 and KHFI-FM Austin in 1980. Two weeks after selling Capitol Cities, he began Signature Broadcasting in 1987. During those years of acquisition, he purchased KLITE in the Rio Grande Valley. The same year he sold Signature Broadcasting, 1996, he began teaching Broadcast Management at the University of Texas for one semester. That semester turned into ten years and he truly loved teaching. Dick's broadcasting career began in 1954 in programming, later switching to sales. Whether it be on-air, sales or management, he believes it is the people you work with that will make a station successful. He describes himself as one of the luckiest people in the world.

TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Jim, Terrific response to this Sara person up there somewhere in New York. She's right...the internet's more her meat.

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RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Dear Jim: I am so shaken to hear this morning about Bud Buschardt. I am glad he is alive after that horrific crash. He teaches at UNT Television Production and it sounds like he was leaving from there. Bud is such a kind, kind person (a rarity in this business) A great sense of humor. I never had a class with him, However through my very close friend Andy Waldrop, I got to know him extremely well and had the pleasure of actually kind of work with him on Mike Shannon's "Retro Radio" Format. His knowledge of music is second to none and he did a true oldies show, not homogenized c*** heard today. I wish him a very speedy recovery and hope to see him again at the next DFW luncheon. Ray

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Subject: ABC Bans Free Speech. Jim, They DO NOT see the forest for the trees. And when they finally do come to the startling realization that he has screwed things up so bad, they'll just say Bush did it. They're an arrogant bunch of p****s!

SOMEONE FORWARD THIS ISSUE OF JRRR TO YOU? GREAT! You can subscribe to JRRR right here. Then you receive each new issue of JRRR as soon as it publishes three times each week come rain or shine. We like to hear your radio stories and radio news, too! SUBSCRIBE NOW: Send your complete Name, City, State and Country to rosekkkj@earthlink.net Thank you.

JACKIE ROBBINS (Houston, TX) Hey jim, have I got stories. Would love to share! Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry.

WENDEL HULSE (Dallas-Grand Prairie, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #705. Jim, regarding the continuing Sara Chester discussion, I have wanted to comment, but my comments probably couldn't be printed. I have read and agreed with the comments by Dr. Jeff Cunningham, Dan McCurdy, David Perkins, Chumbe Salinas and Paul Williams. But my favorite comments came from Joan Pate-Day. She gave Ms. Chester the chance to say she was wrong, but when Ms. Chester didn't take that opportunity, Joan let her have it with both barrels. I see that Ms. Chester has two options if she doesn't like your web site: 1) Don't read it; or 2) Do the courteous thing and ask you to remove her address from your mailing list. However, I am afraid she will not follow either option. Oh, well, we tried! Wendel Hulse (Dallas-Grand Prairie)

MARTHA JOE THRASHER (Dallas-Farmers Branch, TX) I haven't written anything to you for a while. I didn't about Ms. Chester's diatribes until she was mentioned on our South Dallas web page. I am glad you have enough supporters for her to decide to just leave, and I hope your aching heart is finding relief in your memories of your precious Tejas. Martha Joe Thrasher

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Jim; Maybe Ms. Chester needs to change parties like her Senator Arlen Spector did. That way she can look for someone she doesn't know and can go back to watching Oprah. GD

TRIVIA ANSWER: Saturday Night Live star Phil Hartman designs the horse logo on most of Poco's albums.

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, One closing thought for Sara Chester, who doesn't want to get the newsletter anymore...goodbye...and don't let the door hit your posterior on the way out. Yours Truly, John Hale; Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

RALPH GIESSNER (Grand Prairie, TX) Jim, Thank Goodness! How about a "Bronx Cheer" for Sarah in Poughkeepsie. Ralph Giessner

WALTER HAMMOCK Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#706) August 31, 2009 [Monday] Will we miss Sarah? NO! Can we get back to radio news now and no more SARAH?

SIR TOM STOPPARD (July 3, 1937-p) Every exit is an entrance somewhere else.

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August 31, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #706

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

REMEMBER WALKMAN RADIOS?

In 1955, Sony sails the first portable transistor radios to America's shores. Like cell phones today 30 years ago this week we walk around with Walkman radios and audio plugs in our ears. Walkmans become cultural icons. On July 1, 1979, Sony's Walkman TPS-L2 personal stereo tape deck makes its debut. It arrives in the USA in June 1980. In September 2009, Sony introduces a new portable Walkman video/MP3 Player at the CEDIA Expo 2009 in San Diego, CA. This new gizmo allows FM recording plus built-in stereo speakers to hear music aloud. Prepare to fork over $110 for the S series in 8GB - $130 for the 16GB model. The S-series has a 2.4-inch QVGA LCD screen that allows drag-and-drop transfer of music from a PC or by iTunes 8.1 by Content Transfer. The E series has the same storage ability at $80 and $100. We can record our favorite songs from FM radio plus tape-record our voices and conversations. Will wonders never cease to amaze and delight us?

CROW SELLS OUT

Rock star Sheryl Crow sells publishing rights to her song All I Wanna Do to Australian First State Media Group that Commonwealth Bank half-owns. First State begins in 2007. It holds catalogues from DreamWorks and the estate of John Denver. Geordie Manolas CEO tells Bloomberg The attractiveness of the music publishing rights is the diversity of use. We get money from radio stations, hairdressing salons, night clubs, you name it. Anybody who plays music, as long as they are doing it legally, they are paying a royalty to use it. Crow's deal also includes song rights from her next two albums.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is Burt Bacharach's first choice to record Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KFWB-980 CBS Radio News/Talk Los Angeles, CA is the new radio home of the NBA Los Angeles Clippers. Brian Sieman returns for 3rd season as radio voice. •JOE KELLY is new PD/PM Drive DJ on Cumulus CHR WZYP FM (104.3) Huntsville-Athens, AL as of September 14, 2009. Kelly also is OM of Country WWFF FM (93.3) New Market, Urban WHRP FM (94.1) Gurley & News/Talk WVNN-770/WVNN FM (92.5) Athens/Trinity. •PAT RYAN GSM of Salem's three-station cluster in Boston, MA moves on up to GM. Pat's entire 14 year career is at the Boston group. Ryan replaces Scott Cohagan.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 GINA SCHOCK drummer with female Rock group The Go-Go's born on August 31st. •1968 TAMMY WYNETTE writes Stand By Your Man and records the timeless Classic at the Columbia Recording Studio in Nashville, TN on August 28th. •1970 DEBBIE GIBSON teen Pop icon singer/pianist in the 1980s born on August 31st in Brooklyn, NY. •1982 GEORGE STRAIT's Fool Hearted Memory is his first #1 single on August 28th. •1998 RAQUEL RASTENNI Popular Danish singer dies at 83 on August 20th in Skodsborg. •2005 MERLE HAGGARD's single Okie From Muskogee ranks #1 on CMT's 20 Greatest City Songs on August 27th.

EMAILS YES WE HAVE EMAIL

TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Subject: Good news! Tropical depression Danny advisory #12. Hi Jim, Thanks for your good news. We have dodged another bullet. Yes...it's been raining since yesterday morning and expected to continue for another 24 or so. No big deal for us on the Cape, although further north they're expecting some flooding. I'm going into New England Baptist Hospital at 5 a.m. Monday to have my right hip replaced, so I'll be out of touch for a few days. It's my first surgery. I'll be in excellent hands there...really no need to worry. I'm in great shape physically, so the rehab should be a piece-a-cake. How's your TV situation? Are you back in business for football season? Our Patriots squeaked by the Redskins last night, but Brady's shoulder sure has us anxious this morning. I'll be back in action soon. Tom

PRAYERS go out to Tom for his hip surgery. Know all about that procedure because I have a total hip and joint replacement in August 2000. Quite painful.

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ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Jim, I posted the message below on Facebook...Any friends of mine that know Bud Buschardt, please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Bud was in a serious traffic accident Thursday night near Denton (rolled his vehicle two or three times). He ended up with a broken collar bone, lots of bruises, and lots of discomfort. Up-side of the whole thing: he's alive and supposed to be sent home from the hospital tomorrow (Sunday)!!!

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Well, it's obvious that any continued banter from cyber-buddies of Tejas and her memory directed to Sara Chester will only serve to dignify her obvious lack of compassion and understanding of us radio-heads' compadre-ship with Jim Rose and his departed fuzzy partner. Ms. Chester (I'm assuming prima facie that she's not married) and her continued references to 'clinical help' and 'sickness of mind' is clearly attempting to transfer her internal contumelious (look it up, chumpette) angst onto Jim Rose and, by implication, those of us who care for him and the memory of his dear friend, Tejas. I'm sure Poughkeepsie has numerous shrinks and therapeutic analysts, and yes 'clinical help' for her unique, ground-breaking case-study. To be a fly on the wall in her shrink's office would be a rare treat for anyone who has passed Psychology 101. Perhaps in Ms. Chester's case, Psych 401 would be required. Dan McCurdy - KLIF, KBOX - Dallas; WMEX-Boston; Inductee 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame; freelance advertising/PR writer Sherman, Texas

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, Regarding Sara Chester's suggestion that you need to "get a life" because you include Tejas' name on the newsletter...If this is her soapbox, I'd suggest that SHE get a life and leave you and your newsletter and your byline to the scads of us who appreciate you and Tejas. I've said it before and I'll say it again...it's YOUR newsletter and you can include mention of anyone and any pet you see fit to. If Sara's that perturbed by it, she has the option of NOT reading your newsletter. Case closed. Yours Truly, John Hale; Mobile Magic Music 512.336.8742 (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

TRIVIA ANSWER: Famous songwriter/pianist Burt Bacharach says that his first choice to record Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head is Ray Stevens but Ray doesn't like the song. Thank goodness that BJ Thomas thinks otherwise. The tune becomes a smash at #1 on Billboard and transforms into a huge hit as the theme song of the great 1969 movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid with stars Paul Newman, Robert Redford and the lovely Katherine Ross.

SARA CHESTER (Poughkeepsie, NY) Jim, Please remove me from your e-mail list. I thought I was subscribing to a newsletter with news and information about the radio people and events. But, it is not. It's repetitive and become boring because there is no news, just gossip and endless congratulations and backslapping. Each newsletter has the same 4 or 5 people who e-mail you. You don't have a real newsletter; it is more like a circle of a half dozen folks who congratulate each other. On what, I don't know. On having pets, on having worked at different radio stations? Beats me. There's no news in your newsletter. It's just a collection of e-mail from the same people in each edition. Seemingly each of your readers pities you for something. I don't know what it would be. My time is better spent Googling on the Internet rather than reading the same tired old love letters to and from each of your 4 or 5 subscribers. Sara

JRRR's last five issues contain a total of 17 names of emailers that do not repeat. That's below the news, news makers and events of the day. According to Alexis Web ratings JRRR has an average of almost 3 million hits each and every month. JRRR's subscriber and contributor base covers most of America, Canada, Europe and Japan. Every single one of her emails insults me for the love of my precious Akita doggie Tejas who recently dies. And yes we do congratulate our media brothers and sisters on their achievements. We are proud to be a part of the broadcast fellowship. She invites herself into our community only to put us down and call us names. Evidently, all of the JRRR readers who sympathize in our loss of Tejas upsets this woman a great deal. May God have mercy on this matron.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Well, I suppose that Sara is right. We just have to do what she suggests and get over the loss of our family pets. Thanks for letting me have my say. Jeff, Angela, Snoopy, Jackie and Sugar; Kyle, TX PS. I will be seeing my grief counselor down at the tavern tonight. (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

JONATHAN SWIFT (1667-1745) Ambition often puts men upon doing the meanest offices; so climbing is performed in the same posture with creeping.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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WELCOME TO JIM ROSE REMEMBERS RADIO

August 28, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #705

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ABC BANS FREE SPEECH

Conservative activist group Human Events.com reports that ABC television bans from its network the League of American Voters' TV ad that features an exposé on Obamacare. Nevertheless, League of American Voters' TV ad runs right now in 12 states. This appears to be network bias. Censorship should not be on a TV network's agenda but it exists today. With this approach free speech dies. What about the 1st Amendment? Is it about to fall, too? George Orwell's 1984 is 2009.

FRIDAY IS LAST DAY

Inside Radio reports on Thursday morning, August 27, 2009 that the Don Imus syndicated Imus in the Morning radio show on WABC-770 simulcast on RFD-TV ends on Friday morning, August 28th. That day celebrates my dad George Andrew Rose's birthday. If still alive dad will be 101 years young. He dies on my birthday November 16, 1972. The I-man continues his negotiations with Fox Business Channel for a similar simulcast of his morning radio show.

DEMENTIA RIDDLE QUESTION: What do we put in our toasters? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•A.J. MACHADO succeeds Jeff and Jer on KMYI FM San Diego, CA from mornings on CHR sister station KHTS FM (Channel 93.3). •PHILIP [Big Sexy] TABAKELIS moves on up from weekends on Country WSOC FM (103.7) Charlotte, NC to full time weeknights. •MICHAEL SEITZMAN Scribe with ABC Studios signs a new two-year contract. •GEORGE STRAIT's new record album Twang does it again for the Texas crooner. George aims a Twang at #1 on both Pop and Country charts. •JEFF AND JER exit Clear Channel KMYI FM (Star 94.1) San Diego, CA after more than 20 years because of contract renewal conflicts.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 RUDY GATLIN of The Gatlin Brothers (All the Gold in California #1-1979) born on August 20th in Olney, TX. •1961 KIM APPLEBY singer/songwriter of British Dance-Disco sister duo Mel (Meel) and Kim born on August 28th in East London, England. •1970 KRISTYN OSBORN of SheDaisy born on August 24th near Magna, UT. •1980 NICHOLAS TSE (Ling Mong or Lemon) Hong Kong singer/actor born on August 29th. •1998 TRISHA YEARWOOD's album Where Your Road Leads brings in a pot of Gold on August 25th. •2004 CARL WAYNE singer/bassist with 1960s British Pop group The Move dies of cancer at 61 on August 31st.

EMAILS YES WE HAVE EMAIL

FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Jim, Yes, Chumbe (Salinas) is a long time friend of mine from when I worked at KTRH. She dated the KTRH salesman Chet Hancock who died last year. She, Chet, Paul Williams and I were long time friends. She's cool. Frank. My life's verse: Isa. 9:6 My "getting through the day" saying: "When the sunshine of God's love meets the showers of our sorrow, the rainbow of promise appears."

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JOHN JACKSHAW (Houston, TX) OK, before you call me an extreme right wing nut, heed this request, and you make the call. Yes, I humbly request that you watch, or record, the Glenn Beck show this afternoon at 4P cdt on the Fox News Channel. I watched an extremely informative program Monday, regarding President Obama's new "green czar (a proclaimed communist, convicted felon, & former Black Panther member) Today he'll be discussing a proposed, backdoor, government plan to take over many, many radio stations. This isn't the "fairness doctrine" but something much more sinister. On another front, I recommend a new book by Beck titled "Arguing with Idiots". What makes this a worthwhile read is the fact that he includes 25 pages of footnotes to substantiate the information. John Jackshaw *Comedy*Motivation*Mayhem (www.johnjackshaw.comm) / (www.myspace.com/thatblindguy)

KMCV FM John Jackshaw is the mid-day DJ on KMCV FM [later KJOJ FM] (103.3) here in Houston, TX in 1979 during my time there as PD/MD/PM Drive DJ.

DR. BRUCE NELSON Summertime Blues also #1 for Allan Jackson...biggest version to my knowledge...Howdy Jim!!! DrB

EDDIE COCHRAN writes and records the first version of Summertime Blues in 1958. Originally it's the B side or flip side of the 45 rpm single. Eddie performs double duty on the Rocker as he also sings the deep vocals at the end of each verse. Summertime Blues peaks at #8 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart on September 29, 1958. It reaches #18 on the UK Singles Chart. At last count 79 other artists record the tune. In March 2005, Q magazine places Summertime Blues at #77 in its 100 Greatest Guitar Tracks list. Rolling Stone ranks the song at #73 in its 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Tragically, Eddie dies in an auto crash on April 17, 1960 at Chippenham, Wilshire, England. Sharon Sheeley suffers injuries in the smash up. She performs the handclapping on Summertime Blues. Gene Vincent is a passenger in the car. Gene has the timeless Rock 'n' Roll Classic Be-Bop-A-Lula which lands at #7 on Billboard in the summer of 1956. In 1953, Gene injures his left leg from a motorcycle accident which causes him to wear a leg brace ever since. Vincent dies from an ulcer hemorrhage on October 12, 1971.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, August 29th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday September1st. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

DEMENTIA RIDDLE ANSWER: If you say that we place toast in our toasters go to the back of the classroom. We put bread into our toasters. Gotcha!

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Well I tried to be nice...but she (Sara Chester) has gone too far in her insensitive remarks. She has three cats? What Sara needs to do is get the vacuum out and get all of that cat hair off of the furniture. More than likely her house is as dirty as her mouth. I am sure she spends most of her time looking for things to complain about. If Sara so easily makes enemies of people she has never met, I pity her trying to find friends around her. Hey gal, you've got your animals there to keep you company. Jim has lost his. He is all alone. The reason we all love him so is because of his tender feelings. And Sara, I wouldn't advise you to mess with me, in an answer, as I am not as kind as Jim Rose. When you pick on him or anyone else on this web page, I can be as mean and insulting as you. Now Jim, I will return to my "sweet side" have a wonderful day.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#704) August 26, 2009 [Wednesday] Ooops...I forgot to mention Cady, my beloved cat of 16 1/2 years who passed in January. I found her at the old Sportatorium in Dallas when I was the ring doctor there. She adopted me in 1992 and we shared the same birthday. So, add Cady (pronounced Katie) to the list. By the way, the spelling came about because the Sportatorium was on the corner of Industrial and Cadiz...thus the name. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

BIG D JAMBOREE

Dr. Jeff's mention of the Sportatorium in my hometown Dallas, TX brings back many fond memories. On Saturday nights dad takes our family along with my best friend Jimmy Lee Grubb to Ed McLemore's Sportatorium to see the fantastic Big D Jamboree's long line of entertainers. Other times during the week wrestling is the main event. During those visits we kids witness music history in the making. Many Rock and Country artists get their start on the Big D Jamboree to go on to become famous names. In the Fabulous Fifties the Casuals win the show's talent contest week after week for many weeks. Their hit single So Tough is awesome to hear their hot harmonies in person. The tune becomes a huge regional hit that we hear on Dallas' top Rock radio stations The Mighty 11-90 KLIF-1190 and Wonderful KBOX-1480. KLIF is mighty big in Dallas and KBOX truly is wonderful. In later years I become a newscaster on both of those top notch radio stations. From time to time you read my mention of the Fabulous Fifties that refers to the 1950s. Well, the 1950s really are fabulous. Can write a book about those majestic days. Today is absolutely no comparison to that time in our lives. You have to be there to remember how great they are. During that period I have two wonderful doggies (Sparkie and Lady), a parakeet (Pete) and a pet chicken hen by the name of Betty. Blackjack is the wonderful horse that I ride out in the country on a farm. Can write many words of joy about those magnificent animals.

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, Regarding Sara Chester's suggestion that you need to "get a life" because you include Tejas' name on the newsletter...If this is her soapbox, I'd suggest that SHE get a life, and leave you and your newsletter and your byline to the scads of us who appreciate you and Tejas. I've said it before and I'll say it again...it's YOUR newsletter and you can include mention of anyone and any pet you see fit to. If Sara's that perturbed by it, she has the option of NOT reading your newsletter. Case closed. Yours Truly, John Hale; Mobile Magic Music; (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Hey Jim would you remind Sara that no one is forcing her to read JRRR? Just like with radio she can switch channels if she doesn't like it. Frankly her whining is irritating, she needs a shrink.

CHARLES DICKENS (February 7, 1812-1870) A man in public life expects to be sneered at - it is the fault of his elevated situation and not of himself.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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August 26, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #704

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LAST FLAMINGO DIES

Johnny Carter is the lead singer and founding member of Chicago, IL R&B vocal group The Flamingos from the 1950s-1960 (I Only Have Eyes For You #11-1959). He is the last living member of The Flamingos. Johnnie Carter passes away at 75 at 1:00 am on Friday, August 21, 2009 from lung cancer. In 1960, Carter replaces Johnny Funches as lead singer of Harvey, IL R&B vocal group The Dells. The Dells record the first version of Oh What a Night in 1950 which does well on the R&B chart. But in 1969 they go back to the recording studio. With Carter's fantastic falsetto voice as lead singer the tune hits Billboard's Top 10 (Oh What A Night #10-1969). In 1991, movie honcho Robert Townsend asks The Dells to be creative consultants for his musical film The Five Heartbeats which recalls the lives of The Dells. For the movie's soundtrack The Dells record A Heart Is a House for Love which leaps to #13 on the R&B singles chart. After The Isley Brothers, The Dells are the 2nd group to chart singles in 4 consecutive decades. R&B singer Billy Vera says in his Facebook page: Johnny had a beautiful falsetto voice that graced many wonderful records.

AN IDEA WHO'S TIME HAS COME

Are you fed up with activist website ColorofChange.org’s recent campaign that supports a boycott of advertisers on FOX News Channel’s Glenn Beck TV show? Mark Larsen Morning Magazine host on Genesis Communications News/Talk WWBA-680 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Largo, FL believes that it's time to turn the tables. He says If we mobilize a fraction of this country’s conversation-radio cume to respond, perhaps advertisers will get the message who really butters their bread. Mark's anti-boycott comes after activist website ColorofChange.org’s new campaign for an advertiser boycott of Beck’s FNC TV show. ColorofChange.org protests Beck's recent comments that suggest President Obama is racist by the way he handles the July 2009 arrest of Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates.

TRIVIA QUESTION: The song Summertime Blues is a US Top 40 hit in 3 different decades. Who are the artists? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! JAMES BURTON [Elvis & Ricky's guitar player] on Friday, August 21th. •MARIO SOLIS-MARICH PM Talker on Jacor KKZN-760 Denver-Thornton, CO hosts a live on-the-air Town Hall on Thursday, August 27, 2009 with Congressman Jared Polis (D-CO). •SHARON SMITH weekend anchor on WBTV TV CH3 Charlotte, NC welcomes a new son Samuel Carpenter at 8 pounds, 8 ounces. •NATE QUICK PD of Service Broadcasting Urban AC KRNB FM (Platinum R&B 105.7) Dallas-Decatur, TX dies at 23 of liver difficulties. Inside Radio says Nate also is Marketing Director of sister Urban Contemporary KKDA FM (K-104).

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 GEORGE JONES joins the Grand Ole Opry for the first time on August 25th. •1966 SHIRLEY MANSON lead singer of Alternative Rock band Garbage born on August 26th in Edinburgh, Scotland. •1970 JO DEE MESSINA CMA Horizon award winner in 1999 born on August 25th in Holliston, MA. •1986 CASSIE R&B singer/model/actress (hit single Me & U in 2006) born Casandra Ventura on August 26th in New London, CT. •1992 SAMMY KERSHAW's Don't Go Near The Water is his 1st Gold album on August 25th. •2007 [Uncle John] TURNER drummer with the Johnny Winter Band dies on August 26th.

EMAILS YES WE HAVE EMAIL

TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Newton, MA) Subject: Hurricane Bill. Hi Jim, Not only did we survive, we didn't even get brushed, at least not in E. Sandwich. Our beaches on Cape Cod Bay were swarming with swimmers today, and only gentle waves were washing ashore. I didn't check the beaches on the ocean side across the Cape, but haven’t heard of any angry water or wind. Minor rain showers overnight at my house and not even enough wind to create a whistle.

SARA CHESTER (Poughkeepsie, NY) Dan and Chumbe, How bizarre is it, if not downright creepy as I have suggested before, for a grown man to use a signature that includes his dog's name? You can call me insensitive and cruel, Dan McCurdy and Chumbe Salinas, but, I may be doing him a favor by letting Jim Rose know what others may be thinking but are afraid to bring to his attention because they are his "friends". How cruel and insensitive is it for Dan and Chumbe to keep adding fuel to the flame of Jim Rose's inability to get a life and quit acting like Timmy who surely by now has gotten over Lassie? What friend could ignore this sickness of the mind? I have 2 dogs and 3 cats. One of my cats was with me for nearly 10 years before she died. But, I don't sign my name as "Sara and Fluffy"! If Jim Rose can't get over his wacky need to use his dog's name in his signature line, I hope that some of his friends can suggest a clinic where he can seek grief counseling. Sara

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CHUMBE SALINAS (Benevides, TX) I tried to keep my mouth shut but I just had to say something. I feel your grief (death of Tejas) and I think that anybody that can't empathize needs to get in touch with their soul...assuming they have one! A good eFriend lost his pet rabbit not long ago that he and his family had had for 9 years. He took it real hard! He sent me some pictures and his tribute and I put a slideshow together for him with his choice of music. I only hope it helped him heal a bit! You can read his tribute on the "more info" column. cs (www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQK8T_Vn8F0) Chumbe and BlackJack

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Chumbe/Jim, Way to sock it to Sara Chester (the Yankee from New York who seems to have problem with pets). I remember Black Jack, your cat very well...I notice you signed his name next to yours...good for you!!! I wonder what Sara’s career is? Maybe...Dog-Catcher!! Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Come on now folks, Give Sara Chester a break. Remember she said she had just come on Jim Rose (Remembers Radio) for the first time. She didn't understand how great Tejas was. We all have been there as Tejas grew from a pup and became a part of us. Tejas was family. To her and her "un-knowledge" Tejas was believe it or not, a dog. (kinda like her) To Sara, you have no idea how close we all are. One big family. How in God's name could I have done without these wonderful readers as the life was drained from my brother over the past few months. And they were there for me when his time came. No one complained as I poured out my heart to them. How about saying you were wrong and then get to know us. Show us your good side. I am wondering, do you have connections in any way with radio folks? They band together like glue. This is your chance to say you are wrong and all will be forgiven. If you choose not to take it, you have deep problems. My daddy always said "if you can't say something nice about someone, at least say "they can whistle well."

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Hey Jimbo (and Tejas, in doggie heaven). What a summer. A 21 day drive through the old south to visit children and grandchildren in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Wow! Found and stood by the grave of my GGGG Grandpa, Samuel Perkins, died in 1783 in Crump, TN. It seems I've missed a "Sara and Tejas" brew-ha-ha. Sara in Poughkeepsie, NY, just north of NYC is NOT representative of the New Yorkers I got to know and love when I was morning man on THE sound of country WTHE in Queens. They were the warmest, most enthusiastic "fans" I had anyplace. Both of them! Sara, baby, I'm a former Marine and a former Western Union lineman before becoming a DJ and I can tell you, I cried like a baby 5 years ago when my little dog "Einstein" died. I don't know if you have a pet, a four footed friend, but if you did you'd know the love we two leggers invest in them. For a DJ (who is not "normal" anyway) wives and girlfriends come and go, but our pets, man, our pets are here to stay. Why don't you do like my Momma used to tell me, "David, if you got nothing good to say about someone, silence is the best sound out of yo' mouth, boy!" Jimbo, love ya, man. And Sara, believe it or not, I love you too. Love, David Perkins, Fort Worth (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Summertime Blues is a US Top 40 hit in the 1950s by Eddie Cochran (#8), 1960s Blue Cheer (#14) and the 1970s The Who (#27).

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: I worked many shows w/Connie (Smith) between 1967-1974; Bill Anderson wrote her first hit "Once A Day," & claims to have "discovered" her in Columbus, OH but I recall her guesting on Tri-State Jamboree, WSAZ-TV, Huntington, WVA long before that time as she lived in Warner, OH & won a talent contest in Columbus on 8/4/63. That first chart record went to #1 during September 1964. We used to compare kids & family photos on her tour-bus. Her Opry debut was on 7/18/64 & her band was "Sundowners". She married singer/musician Marty Stuart 7/8/97 on Pine Ridge Indian Res. in South Dakota. She's charted about 40 records & half were top-ten hits. I was M/C of the Flatt & Scruggs show at Louisa, VA H.S. March 1973 & a young Marty Stuart was a musician in that group! Since you mentioned Connie to me today, I just had to relate the story. From The Southwest Outpost, BOB & Sonny Lee. (Yes, Sara, Sonny Lee is a real person...he is my loyal attack-cat!)

WALTER WINCHELL (April 7, 1897-Feb. 20, 1972) A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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August 24, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #703

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HOUSTON HAS FOUR SPORTS RADIO STATIONS

We here in the Bayou City love our sports teams, especially the NFL Houston Oilers but in 1996 its owner Bud Adams quickly whisks them away to Tennessee. The defiant Bud Adams puts the NFL Oilers nom de guerre under lock and key. This enrages us Oilers fans. Bud becomes the most hated man in our city. He keeps the Oilers moniker for the 1997-1998 NFL season in The Volunteer State but for 1998-1999 he renames the team the Titans. Nevertheless, in 2002 we have a brand new NFL team - the Houston Texans. On September 8, 2002 the Texans play their first game at Reliant Stadium which just happens to be against arch rivals the Dallas Cowboys. For 2009 the Houston Texans are now well on their way to a playoff season. Or at least we like to think so. We also have the NBA Houston Rockets plus other sports franchises. Houston is one of the most competitive sports radio markets in America. But why do we have four sports radio stations? While I'm a DJ on KILT FM in the 1990s in the old building over on Lovett Street, CBS Radio flips KILT-610 from Classic Country to Sports satellite broadcasts. As I walk down the hall the KILT-610 control room is empty of a live body. The lights are down low. Reminds me of a funeral without a casket. Soon to follow in 2004 is Clear Channel whom many in radio call The Evil Empire transforms Pop Standards the Best Music Ever KBME-790 (ex KULF, KKBQ) into Sports satellite programming. In January 2007 Cumulus tries to make a go of it with Sports on KFNC FM (97.5) but its signal lacks a solid punch. On August 20, 2007 GOW Communications buys KILE-1560 and switches it to Sports KGOW-1560 The Game. In the early evening of July 2008 I and some noted Houston radio people exit the Houston Radio Reunion at Tin Hall to pay a visit to the KGOW studios. Looks like a deserted ship. Everything is a dull gray in color, carpet needs replacing. Not a creature was stirring. Not even a mouse. Nothing but live satellite feed mumbo jumbo from far away places. In April 2009 most likely in response to lower than predictable Arbitron ratings KBME releases The Men's Room hosts Craig Roberts and Brad Davies. At the time this happens the newly created KGOW leads Houston Sports radio in mornings after KILT, KBME and then KFNC FM. Please tell me how long can this keep going on?

COX RADIO METAMORPHOSES

Just three months after Cox Radio goes private, parent Cox Enterprises blurs the lines between radio, TV and newspaper divisions into a single unit. Sandy Schwartz, head of the new Cox Media Group, professes one of the primary reasons to bring the units together is to unite their various sales forces. Bob Neil, Cox Radio CEO, emerges as EVP of the new Cox Media Group side by side with Doug Franklin former newspaper division chief. Bob has the final say on radio issues; however he and Franklin split the management role so some radio stations no longer report to Neil. Marc Morgan Cox Radio EVP/COO moves on up to SVP/Chief Revenue Officer for the entire Cox Media Group. Several Cox Radio RVPs melt into new cross-media positions to oversee not only radio but newspapers and TV stations as well. Numerous other executive changes go on throughout Cox Media Group. TV Radio Business Report has an observation: Cox makes none of the usual mention of changing to realize cost reductions from operational efficiencies. Rather, the company seems truly convinced that radio, television and newspaper will work better as one unit than as three separate units. JRRR reads between the lines. It all boils down to cost cuts.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What causes the break up of the highly popular singing duo Simon and Garfunkel? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Mike Marshall [KFJZ, WFAA, KQUE] on Tuesday, July 28th. Chuck Scott [radio stations in Korea-Armed Forces, Washington, D.C., Chicago, IL & Houston, TX] on Tuesday, August 18th. •HANK WILLIAMS JR., Carrie Underwood, Jake Owen, John Rich & Rodney Atkins perform for American troops at recent Salute to the Troops event at Fort Campbell, Ky. •AVONDALE shipyard in New Orleans, LA builds the 9-11 ship USS New York out of steel from the World Trade Center and delivers the vessel to the U.S. Navy on Friday, August 21, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 JOHN HIATT singer-songwriter (She Don't Love Nobody, Drive South & The Way We Make A Broken Heart) born on August 20th in Indianapolis, IN. •1961 COLIN ANGUS member of Scottish Techno-Rave dance group Shamen born on August 24th. •1977 ELVIS PRESLEY's single Way Down lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 20th. •1985 COVE REBER lead vocalist with Capitol Records band Saosin born on August 28th. •1991 COLLIN RAYE's debut album All I Can Be releases on Epic records on August 20th. •2008 ROBERT HAZARD [Robert Rimato] musician/songwriter dies on August 5th.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Subject: Robert Novak. I've been so busy that I haven't had the television on. My goodness, what a shocker to hear about Robert Novak! Guess we just assume that people like him who have been such a part of our lives will always be there. He did have a long, successful life...thoughts and prayers go out to those he left behind. JC

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CHUMBE SALINAS (Benevides, TX) To Sara Chester; If you didn't mean to sound critical but yet continue to do so seems to be YOUR emotional need, Sara, and that is what should seem strange to you! To me, you sound like an insensitive and cruel person, but that's just my opinion just as you have yours! On the other hand, Mr. Rose sounds to me like a sensitive, caring person who is held in high esteem and honor by all his colleagues. I'd be honored to call Mr. Rose a friend, but wouldn't even consider even wanting to meet you. Chumbe and BlackJack

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) What is it with this Sara Chester broad? Every time she opens her mouth, out comes another insult. Well, Sara Chester, none of us that know Jim think he is weird. When your only family that is close to you is your dog, you tend to live a little tighter to the 4 legger. I remember the saying "I wish I were the person that my dog THINKS I am." Please seek counseling and go back to practice riding your broom, Sara. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio August 21, 2009 [Friday] #702 A bit of advice for Sara Chester of Poughkeepsie gleaned from my relatives during my formative years: "When you are in it up to your ears, keep your mouth shut." Dan McCurdy - Very temporary chairman of the Sara Chester Fan Club Sherman, Texas

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JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Subject: imagine. Betcha I can make you forget grieving over Tejas for a couple of minutes. Sit back, relax, and shut your eyes. Dream you are heading back from Dallas where you were visiting ole radio buddies. On the way home, you stop by here for dinner. As you step out of your brand spanking new red Mustang convertible you can smell the scent of a freshly killed chicken frying in the cool lake breeze. You sit down at the table to a home cooked meal of fried chicken, gravy which had been made from the chicken drippings, large saucer size homemade biscuits, creamed potatoes, fried okra and Big Boy tomatoes, green onions, all from the garden. Black eyed peas. For dessert you have a choice of apple pie or sweet tater pie. You enjoy washing this down with freshly brewed tea poured over ice which is in an old quart sized fruit jar. After eating a couple of helpings you can decide whether to sit in the porch swing watching the birds or lying in the large sized rope hammock which is connected to two oak trees. Then, before leaving, how about some homemade ice cream of your favorite flavor. As you get back into your Mustang, you put the top down for the ride home to Houston. When you turn on the key, I thoughtfully hand you a brown paper bag which I have placed two pieces of cold chicken, a biscuit, a slice of pie and a little Tupperware container of clover honey I robbed from the bee house out in the far back yard reminding you it is for "a snack when you arrive back home. Did it work and make you forget a couple of minutes? If so, was it the food or the Mustang?

TRIVIA ANSWER: Simon and Garfunkel part company when Art refuses to record Paul's song Cuba Si, Nixon No for their 1969 Bridge Over Troubled Water LP.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Just noted a couple of sayings you may wish to use in JRRR in future: (1) Governments views of the economy could be summed up in a few short phrases: If it moves, tax it, if it keeps moving, regulate it and if it stops moving, subsidize it...Ronald Reagan. (2) Government is the great fiction through which everybody endeavors to live at the expense of everybody else...Frederic Bastlat. BOB

JAMES MADISON [4th U.S. President] (1751-1836) It will be of little avail to the people that the laws are made by men of their own choice if the laws be so voluminous that they cannot be read, or so incoherent that they cannot be understood.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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August 21, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #702

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

60 MINUTES CREATER SUCCOMBS

The creative genius behind the trailblazing CBS News expose 60 Minutes, Don Hewitt, dies at 86 on August 18, 2009 from cancer. Don begins his news career in broadcasting as a producer and director for CBS News legends Edward R. Murrow, Douglas Edwards and Walter Cronkite. His long newscasting career spans some 60 years most of which with CBS. Hewitt plays a mammoth behind-the-scenes roll in the coverage of some of the biggest news stories in history. One is the first televised presidential debate between Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy. But, it’s his role in the TV news magazine show 60 Minutes which he creates in 1968 that is his broadcast industry legacy. Don Hewitt describes the secret behind his success with the long running Sunday night TV program 60 Minutes Hewitt relates It’s four words every child knows: Tell me a story.

HE'S BACK!

Remember when Don Imus fires his long time sports announcer Sid Rosenberg on NYC’s WFAN-660 morning show? The I-Man is constantly at Sid's throat about his sports reports. Rosenberg is one of our favorites in the I-Man morning playhouse. Like all of us Rosenberg has his ups and downs but sometimes the Don is a tyrant. Good news. Sid is back on the air again on Beasley Sports/Talk WQAM-560 Miami, FL in the spot that legendary talk host Neil Rogers occupies but retires in June 2009. Beginning September 7, 2009 Sid hosts his own daily midday Sports talk show from 10am-2pm. He also hosts WQAM's Miami Dolphins post-game show. Rosenberg exclaims I’ve been a fan of WQAM for years, starting when I would visit South Florida as a young sports enthusiast. This is a tremendous opportunity to work with the best South Florida has to offer. JRRR congratulates Sid Rosenberg on his new sports show.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Before Motown what is the most successful Black owned and operated record company? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ROBERT NOVAK veteran conservative syndicated Chicago Sun-Times columnist dies at 78 of brain cancer on Tuesday, August 18, 2009. •DOUG KAMMERER KYW TV CBS CH3 Philadelphia, PA meteorologist and his wife Holly welcome a new baby daughter Cally Ann on July 12, 2009. •SAM ZELL billionaire owner of Tribune's Chicago Sun-Times since 2007 lavish spending takes newspaper to Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Creditors put banks in charge. •LANE MICHAELSEN joins WTVJ TV NBC O&O CH6 Miami, FL as News VP from Gannett WUSA TV CBS CH9 Washington, D.C. where he heads the news operation.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 HANK SNOW's single I'm Moving On begins the first of 21 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 19th. •1967 LAYNE STALEY lead guitarist/singer with Hard Rock band Alice In Chains born on August 22nd. •1978 CRYSTAL GAYLE's single Talking In Your Sleep rises to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 19th. •1989 HAYDEN PANETTIERE actress/model/singer born on August 21st in Palisades, NY. •1999 DWIGHT YOAKAM's Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. is his second double-platinum album on August 19th. •2008 ISAAC HAYES Soul singer/songwriter/musician/actor dies on August 10th.

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SARA CHESTER (Poughkeepsie, NY) I didn't mean to sound critical but It seems strange to me, Jim, that a grown man would need to have his dog's name as a signature next to his. I didn't realize you would have so many people who would write in your defense about your dog. Do any of them also sign their name with their dog's name next to theirs? Is your dog on your bank checking account's signature card? I have raised many pets, and lost many pets, but I don't feel the emotional need to sign my name with their names next to mine. What do you do as a career? Sara

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VICKY PICKERING (John) (Houston, TX) Subject: Warning to old Rock'n'Rollers. You old Rock 'n' Rollers beware. John Pickering (of The Picks - Buddy Holly's backup singers and the voices of The Crickets) fell getting out of bed Monday morning 8-17-09 and hit his head above the left eyebrow and had to have 16 stitches to close up the gash. You guys may not be able to rock 'n' roll like you did in the 50's - or get out of bed! Vicky Pickering (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com) / (www.myspace.com/thepicksbuddyholly)

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Dear Jim...I'm with Paul Williams on this TX>H>O>F> stuff. I guess we're too OLD to be remembered by the young'uns today. We were the inventors, the pacesetters, founders, if you will, of Modern Personality Radio. We weren't 'card readers' like a lot of DJ's? today. The content on the air, was OURS, music AND voice, was OURS, not some consultant's! Like Paul, I've been around a while...DJ and PD at KONO in late '59 and early 60's when they had the highest ratings of any station anywhere! Also top-rated DJ at KLIF and KNUZ, the best Texas had to offer. After 17 years on the air, I went to KILT Sales for 28 years. During that time I also voiced over 1,000 radio and TV commercials, local regional and national too, including the Shell Answer Man in the 70's radio campaign, and the Chevy Like A Rock TV ads in the 90's. Rick Candea and Chet Maxwell have, in the past, submitted my resume' to HOF voters, but to no avail. I really don't get it, just like Paul Williams stated, but what the h***...my awards and Rewards have been...and are...quite sufficient! Working for and with Dickie Rosenfeld for 28 years was more than most could dream of! Very sincerely, Jerry Mueller (Miller)

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Subject: WHAT REALLY HAPPENED. Jim, When you asked me the other day to write down my thoughts about the days when radio was actually fun, a flood of memories came back. One story in particular. Most of my time at the old KNUZ was always a hoot, especially when we jocks had the power to pick our own music. A record promo man by the name of Joe Galkin, would always get past the front desk and actually bring his new records into the control room while I was on the air. His favorite trick was placing a new song (never heard before) on one of the unused turntables, turning off the song that was playing, then potting up the new untested material to replace what was airing! This guy was nuts! But, we all liked him so much it didn't matter. Most of the time, Joe had really good stuff from well known artists and the songs would probably have made the Top 40 anyway. I have to laugh when I think about how this would short circuit today's sensitive, overcooked and carbon copy playlists. Not to mention the anger and rage from the program hierarchy who would never understand the entertainment value.

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) You get a lot done when you have your mind set to it! I guess I'll have to opt out of a seat at the table...my mother-in-law passed away two weeks ago and Diana's up in Kansas to bury her, so I can't commit to anything until she's back. I do plan as of now to go to the ceremony, so even if I'm not sitting in with you guys, I'll stop by to visit. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, August 22nd 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday August 25th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Second to Motown the most successful Black owned and operated record company is Vee Jay Records that Vivian Carter (Vee) and her husband James Bracken (Jay) establish in 1953.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#700) August 17, 2009 [Monday] Jim: Texan Fess Parker is 85 today (August 16); he is grad of Central High, San Angelo, TX & resides in Santa Barbara, CA. Jim Dickinson, famed musician/producer, who helped shape the Memphis-Sound over 4 decades, died this weekend in a Memphis hospital @ 67. His sons, Luther & Cody, were part of the Grammy-nominated "North Miss. Allstars". Jim had recorded/produced greats like Aretha Franklin, Bob Dylan, Big Star, Rolling Stones, Replacements & Sam & Dave; he formed Atlantic Records house-band The Dixie Flyers & his work in the 60's-70's is still influential; he collaborated w/Ry Cooder on several movie scores including "Paris, TX." He had recent by-pass surgery & was in rehab @ Memphis Methodist. Bob & Sonny Lee @ The Southwest Outpost

LORD ACTON (January 10, 1834-June 19, 1902) Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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August 19, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #701

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TV CUTS BACK OR DO THEY?

The annual TV Guide report on what prime-time TV stars earn reveals quite a lot. In 2009 TV stations all across America not only cut back on the amount of TV news programs but long time TV news anchors leave the building. Not so on prime time TV shows where stars expect to earn at least a whopping $400,000 per episode. As an example, Simon Cowell adds to his bank account $50 million this year. According to TV Guide, newlywed actor Charlie Sheen is the highest-paid comedy star on primetime TV at $825,000 per episode. CSI's William Peterson who leaves the show next season is the highest-paid actor in a prime-time TV drama with earnings of $600,000 per episode. Mariska Hargitay star of Law & Order: SVU is the highest-paid actress in a drama at $400,000 an episode. But the U.S. President takes home $7,692 per week which is only about $400,000 each year. The average elementary school teacher makes $965 a week which is just over $50,000 each year.

WBZ FM RETURNS

As we report in the Monday August 17, 2009 issue of JRRR, CBS Radio launches the first FM Sports/Talk in Boston, MA as 98.5 The Sports Hub. August 13th is its debut. This makes for a kind of a musical chairs game because Hot AC WBMX FM occupies that same spot on the dial but its staff and music move on up the wheel to 104.1 which is the home of legendary Boston Rock WBCN FM which ceases its terrestrial broadcast after 41-years in Beantown. After the flip, WBCN’s Rock music continues online and on HD Radio. WBCN's Toucher & Rich continue in morning drive on the new Sports Hub. The call letters WBZ FM are not new to Boston radio because those are the call letters of three wireless beams in Boston since 1943. They all are Westinghouse Broadcasting operations which become CBS Radio in the mid 1990s. The first WBZ FM is from 1943 to 1952 while the second is from 1956 to 1981 (which becomes WMJX) plus the new Sports Hub begins in August 2009 is the old WROR/WBMX FM. The new WBZ FM is the home of NBA's Boston Bruins and NFL's New England Patriots.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the second most-visited house in America after the White House? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•PAUL CHRISTY renowned Detroit, Chicago & Houston radio programmer and personality has a birthday on Friday, August 21th. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! •BOB GRANT well-known NYC talk host returns to Citadel Media News/Talk WABC-770 for a weekly Sunday mid-day show from noon-2pm that begins on September 13, 2009. •KRCN-1060 50,000 watt powerhouse in Denver, CO and 10,000 watt KKKK-1580 Colorado Springs flip to Business Talk (BizRadio Colorado) on September 1, 2009. •STANTON TANG is new news and information director of WZZM TV ABC CH13 Grand Rapids, MI.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 JOHN DEACON bassist/songwriter with British Rock band Queen born on August 19th. •1964 ROY ROGERS has a nine-hour surgery on August 14th to repair vertebrae in his back from years of riding his horse Trigger. •1970 FRED DURST lead singer/actor with Nu Metal band Limp Bizkit born William Frederick Durst on August 20th. •1982 ERNEST TUBB makes his final appearance on the Grand Ole Opry on August 14th. •1997 LUTHER ALLISON Blues guitarist dies on August 12th. •2006 TRACE ADKINS' album Dangerous Man releases on Capitol records on August 15th.

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SUSAN SATHRE-GONGOS (Tampa Bay, FL) Subject: Tropical storm. Hi Jim, Claudette came and went and didn't conquer. Vegetation is a little worse for wear, but all and all just a bad rain storm. The system sat offshore for a while and came in about midnight. No power loss here. I did lose a few branches and plants and the remainder are seriously leaning northward, but all in all, it could have been far worse. I basically slept through it all. So not much to report. Panama City itself did have power losses, but I don't know yet what else happened around the area. Thank you so much for your concern and prayers. If Bill comes this way, I really will head for the hills. Hope this isn't just a practice run. Susan

JANET & ARCH YANCEY (Houston-Alvin, TX) Subject: Janet Yancey sent you a message on Facebook...Sherwood Cryer. We got a phone call today that Sherwood Cryer (owner of Gilley's in Pasadena, TX) died Thursday August 13, 2009. He was in hospital in Pasadena, TX. He has been ill for a while.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#700) August 17, 2009 [Monday] To Sara Chester, I say MYOB. That dog was part of the extended family and I thought a lot more of her than I do some of the posters on this list that I worked with. Until you get another DFF, I would keep the signature just as it is. I am one of only 2 or 3 people that read this list that actually met Tejas and I will tell you right now that Tejas was special in every way. I came close to keeping her myself! Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#699) August 14, 2009 [Friday] Jim, Just a short note to thank Derrill Holly for his kind words about me (and you) regarding The Texas Radio Hall of Fame. I have had many questions asking me how people are nominated and elected to the organization. I don’t really know the answer. I know so many people, including Derrill and you that deserve to be there. I was on the air 9 years (in Tyler and Houston) and in sales in Houston for 44 years and still selling for Univision Radio….that’s 53 years in Texas radio! What does it take to get in? I agree with Derrill. Could someone please explain the process to enter that great organization? Thanks, Jim….keep up the great work! Paul Williams

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JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Oh my goodness. What a wonderful surprise! Sam's daughter Debra came over so very excited. She called up her dad's name on Google and was she surprised to find so many of Sam's friends have written about him. Debra called them up for me and I was so proud of all that was written. It has helped our grief greatly. To read the things all wrote about him showed me what wonderful guys are "radio’s" God bless all. Dick Glancey, you are the only "BIG BROTHER" I have now. Hang around for a while. (I will read your email Thursday during the service. It was beautiful)

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Boy...was Dan McCurdy "right on the money" with that one!!! If anybody EVER finds me conforming to "politically correct," please...just shoot me, and put me out of my misery. "Politically Correct" is one of the main reasons, if not THE main reason, why this country is headed straight for the crapper, like...as Merle Haggard would say, "a snowball headed for H***."

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Subject: New Entry at Jim Rose Remembers Radio WOW...whatta wonderful, warm, sensitive initial comment from Sara Chester...a real positive first impression, huh?...kinda makes us Southern fellas sorta sad that we can't travel all the way up to Poughkeepsie, NY to give that 'creeped-out, nutty-weird' Yankee lady a nice introduction to Southern Hospitality. All of us who read your blogs regularly had a real warm place in our hearts for Tejas, if for no other reason than your Love for your fuzzy friend. Bestooya, Jimbo...Dan McCurdy Sherman, Texas

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) I have a couple of young clients who Twitter...drives me nuts. Someone is probably sending it over there, or the Twitter site considers it interesting...don't know for sure. To me, I stay away from social networking sites because it's a huge hassle to check the messages, keep updating, and staying in touch. I actually have things to do during the day and don't have time to get involved with IM's, texting, much less Twitter and Facebook. However, I DO know people who sit in front of their computer all day and take a great joy in the constant flow of bs coming and going.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The second most-visited house in America after the White House is Elvis Presley's former home, Graceland.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) I was thinking of an announcer that I enjoyed listening to on KFJZ 1270, Mark Stevens. Is he still in the business? I can't remember who was programmed against him. I now have a Buzz Aldrin Grundig G6. The radio has limitations but most handhelds do so no surprise, but for the price is good when traveling and want access to shortwave and the AM/FM bands. Voice Of Greece has a very good signal at night on 9420. Also I have been practicing my Spanish by listening to Radio Exterior Espana on 6055, and Radio Nacional Brazil comes in the afternoons on 11780.

FEDERICO FELLINI (January 20, 1920- October 31, 1993) A different language is a different vision of life.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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August 17, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #700

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

FAMOUS TALKER ENTERS THE HALL

Neal Boortz, 40-year radio veteran, broadcasts his popular radio show from Dial Global WSB-750 in Atlanta, GA since 1993. This is the flagship station for The Neal Boortz Show. Neal soon inducts into the 2009 National Radio Hall of Fame. Other famous inductees are Casey Kasem, Gordon McLendon, Paul Harvey, Rush Limbaugh, Don Imus, Dick Clark, Alan Freed, Jack Benny, Gary Owens, Dick Biondi, Larry Lujack, Robert W. Morgan and Walter Winchell. The Black-tie induction ceremony takes place in the Grand Ballroom of the Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, IL on November 7, 2009. JRRR congratulates Neal Boortz.

MELISSA'S LIGHT GOES OUT

For the 2nd time in 3 years Melissa Forman's light pales as AM Drive host on Clear Channel AC WLIT FM (93.9 Lite FM) Chicago, IL. Foreman's ratings sag with 25-54 listeners which drags WLIT's morning show to #20 on the ARB play list. WLIT shakes up Chicago's airwaves with her exit. This is not a first for Foreman in the Windy City. In 2006, WLIT bounces Melissa from the morning show in favor of Whoopi Goldberg's syndicated morning dialog which stales in comparison. So, WLIT brings Melissa Foreman back.

ARE YOU ON THE LIST?

Each year the FCC audits about 5% of all radio and TV stations here in America. The 2009 FCC lottery awards 169 radio stations that soon receive nice EEO audit letters from the Commission. Know the procedure well because an FCC inspector arrives on my morning show on KBER FM-AM in 1972 on a dark San Antonio, TX winter milk-wagon time. The man in black struts into the radio studio, flips out his shiny badge and says I'm from the government and I'm here to help you. Call the General Manager and the chief engineer right now. This is quite a stimulus package from the U.S. government.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the real Peggy Sue in Buddy Holly's hit record? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KEITH BILBREY beloved Grand Ole Opry announcer/WSM-650 midday DJ for over 30 years has a birthday on August 14th! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! •KCBS-740 All-news San Francisco, CA receives Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame 1st-ever Legendary Station award at ceremonies on September 29, 2009. •WBZ FM (The Sports Hub 98.5) is the new CBS Radio Sports/Talk station for Boston, MA. (www.cbssports.com/local/boston) •RAY RODRIGUEZ (58) Univision Communications President/CEO for 20 years retires at the end of 2009. Joe Uva Univision CEO gains the title of President. Cesar Conde moves on up to President of Univision Networks.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 THE EVERLY BROTHERS record Wake Up Little Susie at the Methodist TV, Radio & Film Commission studios in Nashville, TN on August 15th. •1965 STEVE GORMAN drummer with Rock group Black Crowes born on August 17th. •1973 ANDY GRIGGS (She's More #2-1999) born Andrew Tyler Griggs on August 13th in West Monroe, LA. •1980 DARIUS DANESH singer born in Glasgow, Scotland on August 19th. •1995 ROY CLARK sings Yesterday, When I Was Young at Mickey Mantle's funeral on August 15th. •2002 JERRY UNDERWOOD British Jazz saxophonist dies at 45 on August 3rd in Chambery, France.

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SARA CHESTER (Poughkeepsie, NY) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#699) August 14, 2009 [Friday] I only joined your subscriber's list a short time ago. Something is curious to me. Don't you think that it is a little bit creepy to sign your newsletter as "Jim Rose and Tejas"? From reading your archives, I understand that Tejas is a dog. But, really, it creeps me out to think that a grown man would try to imply that his newsletter is written by a man and a dog. Kind of nutty-weird, don't you think? Sara

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CASEY JAMES (Houston, TX) Great to be with you here Jim. Grew up listening to you when they still played good music on the radio and the disc jockey's had identity. Sorry to hear about Tejas. God Speed.

THE JRRR table of 10 at the Texas Radio Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 8, 2009 here in Houston, TX sells out fast in just a couple of hours on Thursday, August 13th. Might have to see if there are enough radio folks for another table of 10. The price is $27.50 per person or $55 for two. If you want to be a part of the second JRRR table at the upcoming TRHoF induction ceremonies that includes dinner send your name, address plus wife or girlfriend's name if they plan to attend to rosekkkj@earthlink.net. Each seat is $27.50 or $55 for two. Need this information plus the fees this week before the event's tables completely sell out.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Subject: TRHoF. Hey, you are World Class to me and our family. Keep up the good work. HOF's are ego trips anyhow. You are too humble and REAL to be in the Texas HOF. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Jim, I would be honored to be at your table. Put me down for two, including Mary. Re: others at the table. Scott Arthur, Walt Hammock, any other KQ vets. Lee Jolly, perhaps. Marty

HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Hey Jim, Good idea, but the inductees get two seats each and our seating is at the will of the Hall of Fame folks. I'm sure PW would like the idea. Good luck, HG

PAUL WILLIAMS Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Jim, Actually, I had already planned to buy 2 tickets and I'm sure Harold would like to sit with us unless he will be sitting at a special table for the people who will be inducted. Count me in and let me know how to pay you for the tickets (I can mail you a check?). Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

MIKE CANNON (Houston-Woodlands, TX) Subject: JRRR at TRHoF. Hey Jim. Thanks for the invitation. I’d love to be there. Put me down for two seats if you have them.

J.R. KENNEDY (Houston, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Absolutely...it's my plan to be there and would be honored to sit at that table. If there is anything else you need from me, advise. thanks. J.R.

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Yes...you can count me in on that deal.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Jim: Mailed check this AM as promised. Address on envelope & on my check. Should be a fun event & next year YOU will be honored! BOB & Sonny Lee

LEON BECK (Houston-Friendswood, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. that would be great! thanks for thinking of me. I would be honored to sit at your table -- and to finally meet you. regards, Leon

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. Big problemo. I can't make this years gig because they always schedule it during our anniversary. My wife and I are celebrating our 50th year together! We are out of town during the festive occasion, otherwise I would be honored to sit at your table. You should be up there receiving a well deserved place in the hall! Joe

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Subject: JRRR table at TRHoF. I would absolutely be interested. I've already talked with my wife about going to this year's event, and if I don't have a party to play that night, I plan to be there. It would be my pleasure to be part of a table...just let me know if it works out, and you can count me in. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music 512.336.8742 (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

TRIVIA ANSWER: The real Peggy Sue in Buddy Holly's Christmas 1957 hit record is Peggy Sue Gerron who is the girlfriend of his drummer Jerry Ivan Allison. The original title is Cindy Lou but Jerry convinces Buddy to change the name just before the recording session. Jerry Allison and Peggy Sue Gerron soon wed.

DERRILL HOLLY (Arlington, VA) Subject: Only one seat left! Gonna have to pass Jim… November is family travel time… too many grandkids in too many places. Yes, Jim, I have six granddaughters and a great-grandson who was born three weeks ago. All the gray hair in the beard is rightfully earned. Looking forward to the Texas radio reunion next year. Plan to be there for that for sure. Thanks

JOSEF STALIN (December 21, 1879-March 5, 1953) The people who cast the votes don't decide an election, the people who count the votes do.

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August 14, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #699

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HOUSTON GETS NEW TV NEWSCAST

KHOU TV Belo CBS CH11 Houston, TX debuts a new newscast, 11News First Look, at 4:30 am on Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2009. Good news, because of the economy TV stations all across America cut back on newscasts while they lay off anchors. The new program hosts are current reporter for 11News This Morning Sherry Williams plus meteorologist David Paul. Susan McEldoon, KHOU P-GM affirms Houston is a 24/7 town. We want to be there for early risers, commuters, shift workers or anyone else who is up early looking for important information to help them start their day. 11News First Look is created with them in mind.

L.A. TALKER FLIPS OUT

CBS Radio transforms All News KFWB-980 Los Angeles, CA to News/Talk on Tuesday, September 8, 2009. On the bill is Dr. Laura Schlessinger (TRN). She switches over from flagship KFI-640. Also, Laura Ingraham (TRN), America’s Morning News with Melanie Morgan and John McCaslin and Michael Smerconish (Dial-Global). Morning drive remains a news and information block with L.A. radio news veteran anchors Phil Hulett and Penny Griego. Afternoon drive features local news and talk with a soon to be announced new host.

TYLER WELCOMES A NEW RADIO STATION

The Tyler-Longview, TX Arbitron radio market expands one more radio station when Dudley and Dorothy Waller add a fourth FM radio frequency to bring their cluster to 5. But they have to start from scratch on this one because the new Class A FM is an FCC construction permit on 94.3 MHz with a license for Bullard, TX. The Wallers pay a big price for the CP - $500K. The Waller's other radio stations in the Tyler-Longview market include News-Talk KEBE-1400 & Top 40 KLJT FM (102.3) Jacksonville, TX; Top 40 KFRO FM (95.3) Gilmer, TX and Talk KDVE FM (103.1) Pittsburg, TX.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the announcer's opening line in TV's Dragnet series? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JOHN BATCHELOR Sunday evening host on Citadel Media News/Talk WABC-770 NYC tacks on a new Saturday night edition of his show. •CHRIS MEDLOCK leaves Journal News/Talk flamethrower KFAQ-1170 (ex-KVOO) Tulsa, OK due to budget cuts. Chris plans to run for Mayor of Tulsa. •DON IMUS negotiates with Fox Business Network to bring his radio show onto the 22-month old TV network channel. •REDBOX Automated Retail's suit against 20th Century Fox division of News Corporation in Delaware Federal Court challenges their decision to keep its DVDs out of Redbox kiosks for at least 30 days after a DVD’s public release.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 SHARON BRYANT lead singer of R&B group Atlantic Starr born on August 14th in Westchester County, NY. •1966 DAVID HOUSTON's Classic Almost Persuaded hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 13th. •1970 KEVIN CADOGAN lead guitarist with Alternative Rock band Third Eye Blind born on August 14th in Oakland, CA. •1988 KEITH WHITLEY's 1st #1 Billboard Country single is Don't Close Your Eyes on August 13th. •1999 WARREN COVINGTON trombone player/bandleader dies on August 24th. •2003 ALAN JACKSON's album Greatest Hits Volume II releases on Arista records on August 12th.

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BOB MILLER (Detroit-Plymouth, MI) Hi Jim, Seems to me that it could be (Jeff Britt). I was a newsguy there (KBUC) for a short time. John Woody fired me for missing a story that KBER had and we didn't. Oh well, aside from being crushed I managed to get work at KEEZ-FM, owned by Chuck Balthrop. The format didn't suit me very well at that age and the new Schafer Automation that he had installed when we moved to the top of the Transit Tower didn't either. So, I moved on down to the Virgin Islands and worked there for 30 years. Not a bad consolation prize. But I digress... Jeff Britt aka Les Michaels was doing the morning show as I recall. He left to drive a bus saying it paid a lot more money. He must have left in a hurry because for a long time I had kept his 3rd Class ticket and his airchecks that were left behind. The tapes I still have and am unsure about his old FCC radio telephone license. Whatever happened to John Woody? I think he went a little hard on me but it was radio in the 1960's. I also had a gig at KONO-TV as weekend booth announcer and camera man for 12 Star Final with Tom Ellis. I wrote to him from the email on your website and he wrote back. Bob Sinclair was quite impressive as I recall when he was at KTSA. He recorded a song he wrote called "I'm gonna build myself a girl". It was pretty funny. At least I think it was Sinclair. Bob Miller

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RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) HI Jim: Tell the daughter of Paul Allen English to check old copies of The San Antonio Express-News. Columnist Paul Thompson always talked about him and they had a feud of sorts back then. Paul wrote a nice column however after English's jeep accident in which he perished from my understanding. Ray

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) My sister Evelyn and I would like to thank you to all who have been so nice during our grief (Sam Pate's death). I would like to correct the media on one tiny thing. Sam was born in Jan of 1933, which would make him 76. I played a tape, How Great Thou Art, in church Sunday morning with Sam singing. My pastor said I forgot to tell him my brother was a "pro". Jim, I need your home address so I can send a donation for the web in Sam's memory. He would have liked that.

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, August 15th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday August 18th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Over my life, I've spent a lot of time in D.C. & I still hear from some DJs in that area (and a beautiful girl in suburban Laurel, MD) But that's a story for another time. I have no desire to return, but my only son lives in Leesburg, VA out near Dulles Airport. Robert Duvall lives there on a farm & Arthur Godfrey lived there with his own private runway for flights to NY. My book will be at least 500 pages. Want to help me write it? BOB

TRIVIA ANSWER: The announcer's opening line in TV's Dragnet series from 1951-59 is Ladies and gentlemen, the story you are about to see is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Subject: KLBJ: Keep turning left for Austin - PC capital of liberal Amerikastan. Let's be clear, the inappropriateness of racial comments on broadcast outlets, or in public is apparent, and frankly, overflowing with sheer witlessness. Precedent set by boorish radio louts of the status of Don Imus, et al, and the reprimands of racist utterances should tell air personnel above a 60 IQ that they will reap similar if not more dire punishment. Particularly if the radio station carries the initials of the patriarch of 'PC' birth during the Great Society's nascent emergence. Couple that Matterhorn of evidence with left-of-left 'Keep Austin Weird' denizens of the Liberal Light of Texas, and the KLBJ perpetrators become the poster boys for the slogan, "You Can't Fix Stupid." But, to turn a phrase, this is a BIG BUT 'inapropriateness is NOT illegal.' Thus Spoke the First Amendment. Even Zarathustra was hip enough to dig that, cat. Personally, I'm a vigorous and vocal opponent of any politically correct mandate, requirement or expectation from any quarter, in that I see the ever-growing 'PC' movement as an effort to silence opinion and staunch free debate - a clear anathema to our constitutional First Amendment rights. 'Controlled speech' in any form is simply not within our American 'freedom' model, and as such, in whole cloth, is unacceptable. In the case of the KLBJ dullards, as Einstein opined, "Genius has its limits, but stupidity is not thus restrained." Dan McCurdy - KLIF-1190, KBOX-1480, Dallas; WMEX-1510, Boston; 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee; freelance advertising/PR writer

RONALD REAGAN (February 6, 1911-June 5, 2004) We don't have a trillion-dollar debt because we haven't taxed enough; we have a trillion-dollar debt because we spend too much.

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August 12, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #698

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROCK'N'ROLL LANDMARK

The Austin City Limits TV series is in its 35th season on PBS. Austin, TX is a music empire for decades. That's why legends like Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings go back to the basics in Austin. Therefore the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame and Museum declares on Monday, August 10, 2009 that the Austin City Limits TV series is an historic Rock'n'Roll site as a part of the museum's landmark series this October. Terry Stewart, President/CEO of the museum, plus Terry Lickona, the Executive Producer of Austin City Limits, makes the announcement at KLRU-TV which is home of the Austin series. Terry Stewart says Austin City Limits represents one of the most unique archives of modern American music. It shares with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the mission of collecting, preserving and interpreting the rock and roll story and educating fans about the cultural significance of this art form. The Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame and Museum unveils a historic marker on Thursday, October 1st to celebrate the premiere of Austin City Limits' 35th season on PBS. Terry Lickona relates With more than 800 performances on our stage from all musical genres it’s really amazing to receive this honor from the Rock Hall. the places to receive this honor are iconic and we are thrilled to be included among such legendary venues.

RADIO REBOUNDS

STRATA a media buying-selling software provider has a quarterly survey that indicates two of every three ad agencies believe the radio market rebounds by the end of 2009. This latest STRATA survey finds that 22.5% of agencies do plan to spend more money on radio.

BRIT FOOTBALL EXPENSIVE

The most successful clubs in soccer's richest league are in deep debt. To us statesiders, English football is soccer. UK newspaper The Guardian reports that the 20 English Premier League clubs are up to their noses to the tune of £3.1 billion. In October, 2008, Lord Triesman, FA chairman, puts English football's level of debt at £3 billion, which includes the Football League clubs and the FA. Manchester United and Chelsea are at the top of the debtor’s table with £699 million and £701 million. The Arsenal places 3rd with £416 million in debts. The Liverpool owes around £280 million. Many soccer fans worry that due to the global economic crisis it's just a matter of time before a Premier League club buckles under.

NEW ASIAN PROPAGANDA CZAR

The Chinese government appoints propaganda czar Jiao Li as president of the country's biggest broadcaster, China Central Television. Jiao is vice-minister of the propaganda department of the Communist Party's Central Committee. He replaces Zhao Huayong who the Xinhua news agency retires because he reaches the official retirement age of 60.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the oldest recording to top the British charts? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•2009 NATIONAL RADIO HALL OF FAME inductees: Neal Boortz, Barret Hansen a.k.a. Dr. Demento, Ed Walker (WAMU FM), Westwood One founder & CEO Norm Pattiz and Wendy Williams. •BRUCE DUMONT Chairman of the National Radio Hall of Fame surprises Wendy Williams when he calls her on the air on her TV show to let her know that she inducts into the hall. •MARK WASHBURN 55 year old former meteorologist at Cox WSOC-TV CH9 Charlotte, NC for 16 years settles age-bias defamation suit. Experts say unfair age claims on the rise as economy worsens.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 HANK WILLIAMS' single Hey, Good Lookin' jumps to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 11th. •1961 ROY HAY guitar/keyboards with UK Pop group Culture Club born Roy Ernest Hay on August 12th. •1979 EDDIE RABBITT's single Suspicions lands at #1 on Billboard's Country survey on August 11th. •1980 VENESSA CARLTON Soft Rock/Pop singer/songwriter/pianist born on August 16th. •1998 VINCE GILL's album The Key releases on MCA records on August 11th. •2004 TAU MOE Hawaiian Steel Guitar player dies on June 24th.

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BOB MILLER (Detroit-Plymouth, MI) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#695) August 05, 2009 [Wednesday] Jim, Going through my old radio tapes from 1967 I found a few air checks belonging to Jeff Britt who was at KBUC then. I was a newscaster there for a little while. As I recall he left to drive a bus. But, he was a talented guy. He also had an aircheck with the name Les Michaels from somewhere in the Midwest. Any idea where he might be today? I'm sure he would enjoy having them. Bob Miller

KBUC FM-AM From August 1968 to late 1970, I'm Program Director/Music Director/PM Drive DJ on KBUC FM-AM. In the summer of 1969 a former KBUC DJ who then drives a big Continental Trailways long haul bus decides that he wants to be back on the air. He talks to KBUC GM Harrel Banks who asks if I let him go back on the air on KBUC. The fella must use another name because I do not recall the name Jeff Britt. Of course, this may be another person. The fella goes about the whole idea to return to the air on KBUC in totally the wrong way. He should first talk with me not the GM because I'm the PD. So we start off on the wrong foot. Soon discover that the guy is very cocky. Another problem. The very next day right after I get off the air at 6pm he visits KBUC but he acts like he owns the radio station. He enters the production room to make some kind of tape. Problem is the guy has a strong smell of alcohol on his breath. This creates a hornet's nest for this guy. So, I call Harrel to let him know about the situation. HB says to tell the guy to leave the KBUC building. Never see or hear from him again. This may very well be another person.

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TONYA ENGLISH-JACKSON (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Paul Allen English KITE Radio San Antonio. Dear Mr. Rose, I read through your site on Jim Rose remembers. Do you have anything about my dad, Paul Allen English? I have been trying to find any articles or information I could read. I would appreciate anything you could tell me. Respectfully, Tonya English Jackson

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Hey Jim, Just a quick note to let you know that I'd be pleased to be your campaign manager for the Capitol area for next year's vote on inclusion into the Texas Broadcasters Hall Of Fame. It's not a real Hall Of Fame unless you're part of it. After all, if we can run Kinky Friedman for Governor, we can surely turn out the vote to get you where you belong! Put me in touch with the guys from other parts of the state that are working for your inclusion...I voted for you before, and I'll bet I can get others to do it this next year. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) ...I joined KLIF in June of '63 and left for Boston in June '65...got back to Texas as soon as I could, KLBK in Lubbock (worked with Dave [Bill] Tucker there) in late '65 and joined the KBOX crew pulling AM drive Jan. 66-Jan. 67, when I joined 7-Eleven's ad agency, The Stanford Agency. Kept that gig 'til '87. Fun, fun times all the way 'round. My very best, podnuh... Dan McCurdy

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TRIVIA ANSWER: In January, 2005, Elvis Presley's 70th birthday, Jailhouse Rock re-releases in the UK where it leaps to #1. This is over 47 years after its original release. So Elvis Presley's Jailhouse Rock is the oldest recording ever to top the UK charts.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: http://heavens-gates.com/_patsy/charliedick/ By the way, I made many trips to Dulles &/or Nat'l Airport during my p/t limo driving days in VA (1990-94) to pick up actress Jessica Lange as a passenger for the 2-hr. trip back to her Scottsville, VA farm. Lange was Patsy in the movie "Sweet Dreams." I drove many famous actors in those days & she was just one of many! When I retired & moved to Phoenix Sept. 1, 1994, I continued my Limo driving for 8 years & even continued for 2 more yrs in San Angelo, 2002-2004. In latter city, I got to pick up singer Mary Wilson at airport for a local concert...nothing unusual there, except for fact that I had been M/C of show when she was member of Supremes at Univ. of VA, Nov. 1965 at dedication of the Univ-Hall (arena); we had quite a chat about the show...she did remember opening act I brought on, The Lovin’ Spoonful. It's a small world indeed. I'd better stop for now. Your windy-friend, BOB

RUDYARD KIPLING (December 30, 1865-January 18, 1936) Down to Gehenna or up to the Throne, He travels the fastest who travels alone.

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August 10, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #697

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RADIO RAMPAGES AGAINST ROYALTY PAYMENTS

Radio stations give free airplay to artists and their disk labels for decades that bring in top sales for record companies and their musicians. Lately, CD sales are way down so record companies get the bright idea to charge radio stations to play their recordings. Reminds us of the old saying, Don't bite the hand that feeds you. America's lawmakers have a bill on their tables that requires radio stations to fork over money to cash-strapped record companies just to play their tunes on the air. What a turn about of fair play. Not long ago record companies award top radio stations with Gold records to hang on their walls for airplay of their hit products. This record company royalty malapropos creates non blissful thoughts at our nation's radio stations. A radio station in the Texas Panhandle town of Dalhart, TX decides to take matters into their own hands. George Chambers who owns two local radio stations declares that he removes from airplay nearly 100 artists who support radio royalty payments. Therefore, George sets out the decree that Dalhart listeners will no longer hear artists like Sha Na Na on Oldies KXIT FM (Radio 94) or Lynn Anderson on Country KIXK FM (96.3) because they come out in support of radio royalty payments. Chambers tells Inside Radio; This is a wild money grab by a group of desperate people. He contacts several key players on Capitol Hill about this matter. George even offers to fly to Washington to testify about the impact the royalty has on small, local stations. So far legislators ignore his attempts.

BROOKS & DUNN CALL IT QUITS

One of the most successful songbird duos in the history of Country music decides to go their separate ways. On Monday afternoon, August 10, 2009 Kix Brooks & Ronnie Dunn write in their Web site After twenty years of making music and riding this trail together, we have agreed as a duo that it’s time to call it a day. This ride has been everything and more than we could ever have dreamed We owe it all to you, the fans. Brooks & Dunn fans have no fears because they release a 2nd greatest hits album #1s and Then Some on September 8th. Their first Greatest Hits Collection is in 1997. Plus they schedule The Last Rodeo Tour for 2010. Remember way back in 1991 when the duo releases their debut album Brand New Man? That's the year I return to KILT FM. Brand New Man scores the 1992 ACM Album of the Year. An absolute favorite cut of mine is Neon Moon. From 1991-92 the dynamic duo has four #1 tunes in a row: Brand New Man, My Next Broken Heart, Neon Moon and the 1992 ACM Single of the Year Boot Scootin' Boogie. Plus they take home the 1992 ACM New Vocal Duo prize. B&D win the Country Music Association's Vocal Duo of the Year award every year between 1992 and 2006, except for 2000. Also the Entertainer of the year in 1996. As solo artists Brooks now 54 and Dunn 56 struggle along with no success until 1990 when Tim DuBois at Arista urges them to become a duo. Since then B&D has 23 #1 single hits. According to Billboard their label Arista Nashville says they sell more than 30 million albums. In fact, B&D sells more albums than any duo except Simon & Garfunkel. (www.brooksanddunn.com)

TRIVIA QUESTION: David Rose's instrumental The Stripper is #1 on Billboard in 1962. What popular TV theme song does he write? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Johnny Shannon (KTSA, KONO, WOR FM, KAJA) on Thursday, August 6th, Charlie Cook (KKGO FM) on Friday, August 7th & Mark Carrillo (KITY, KTSA, KTFM) on Monday, August 10th. •KTNI FM (The Independent Alternative 101.5) Denver-Strasburg, CO stunts for a week with stripper hits as 101.5 The Pole. Radio Ink reports that on Thursday, August 6, 2009 KTNI FM flips to Denver's FM Talk as The Truth 101.5. (www.truthdenver.com) •ALEX TEAR advances from OM of Clear Channel Radio 6-station pea pod patch in Pittsburgh, PA to OM over CCR's 7-station pear tree in Miami, FL.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 RODNEY CROWELL (1988 album Diamonds & Dirt has five #1 singles) born on August 7th in Houston, TX. •1967 TODD NICHOLS guitarist with Santa Barbara, CA Alternative Rock quartet Toad The Wet Sprocket born on August 10th.•1974 BILLY [Crash] CRADDOCK's single Rub It In hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 3rd. •1981 NATSUMI ABE (Nacci) Japanese singer/actress born on August 10th in Muroran, Hakkaidō. •1996 TRACE ADKINS' video Every Light In The House has TV premier on CMT on August 7th. •2002 ROBBIN CROSBY guitarist with L.A. Hard Rock quintet Ratt dies at 42 on June 6th in L.A.

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DERRILL HOLLY [E] (Arlington, VA) While I could come up with scads of names I believe should be in the Texas Radio Hall of Fame, I do think that Jim Rose deserves it for his contributions both on the air and in print. Paul Williams deserves a shot for his air work and his too smooth transition to sales about 20 years ago. Question from me is what are the criteria for nominating and voting on potential inductees? Is it only open to past inductees or is balloting open to current and former air personalities with years of presence in the Lone Star State. I was on the air there for 17 years and would gladly cast a ballot for either of those names listed above. Derrill E. Holly Arlington, Va.

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JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Jerry Mueller here...I never worked with the woman...and am surely glad that I didn't! But from what I've heard from KILT folks, since I retired from KILT after 28 years there before (she) took over...there wasn't much, if anything good, to say about her. Now she's gone, and I'm sure the KILT staff is relieved! The real thing that 'set me off' about her was...she was quoted as saying soon after taking the KILT job..."that Dickie Rosenfeld was a dinosaur!" I'm sure that NO ONE will remember her with any fondness or admiration the way we ALL loved the GREAT BROADCASTER Dickie Rosenfeld! Amen and Amen! Bye bye to the Nancy Pelosi of broadcasting!

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame artist, Billy Lee Riley, has died @ 75 in Jonesboro, AR. The guitarist, singer & session musician at Sun Records died from colon cancer on August 2, 2009. The recent resident of Newport, AR had health problems in the past few years & had been inducted into Arkansas Walk-of-Fame in 2000. His records included: "Red Hot", "Trouble Bound" & "Flying Saucers Rock And Roll." Also, former member of New Lost City Ramblers, Mike Seeger, died in Lexington, VA of cancer on August 7, 2009. Seeger sang, played banjo, guitar, fiddle, harmonica, auto-harp & dulcimer. He was 1/2 brother of singer/musician Pete Seeger & singer, Peggy Seeger. He was 8-days shy of 76th birthday. Bob & Sonny Lee at the Southwest Outpost...

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Thank you. JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday August 11th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday, August 15th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: In the early 1950s, David Rose is the musical director of The Red Skelton TV Show. He provides theme music for over 20 TV series during the Fabulous Fifties. In 1962, David writes and records the #1 instrumental hit The Stripper. Rose also writes the theme song for TV show Little House On The Prairie (204 episodes from 1974-1983) plus music on many other TV shows like Bonanza and Eight Is Enough.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) My G. E. Superadio was $80 but I bought it from Bruce Elving, FM Atlas since I had a tunable SCA installed. Several stations have specialty foreign language programs on their SCA. Also NTRB, North Texas Radio For The Blind is on the SCA of KERA-FM. I bought this in 1990. I probably should not mention the SCA, though, I figure if the signal is there they, the broadcaster, need to protect it not the consumer. Actually, I would not disclose actual content heard for various reasons. Fry's has the unmodified Superadio II for about $50. I bought mine after talking with Gary Ketler. He has the original Superadio which actually was a superior DX machine. I used to enjoy UT games that were sent over KFJZ-FM on their SCA. The background music stations on SCA now have gone since they have other delivery methods available. I also have a Select-antenna from C Crane and a loop from Radio Shack. The select-antenna works best with my Sangean ATS-818 while the Radio Shack loop works best with the G. E. Superadio. This morning at 10 a.m. BBC African Service was putting in a very good signal on 17830 KHz. It came in better on my Sangean ATS-818 than on my Eton E1/XM which does better on pulling in amateur and utility signals. Charles

THEODORE H. WHITE (May 06, 1915-May 15, 1986) With electricity we were wired into a new world, for electricity brought the radio, a "crystal set" and with enough ingenuity, one could tickle the crystal with a cat`s whisker and pick up anything.

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Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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August 07, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #696

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

YOU CAN'T ALWAYS GET WHAT YOU WANT

The Rolling Stones have it correct on the B side of their 1969 hit Honky Tonk Women (London 910) that sells over half million copies. The flip side You Can't Always Get What You Want has a revival as it hits the Billboard chart in the summer of 1973. The tune sounds great as we spin that 45 rpm record on KFJZ-1270 in Ft. Worth, TX. Well, Warner Home Video wants disc destruction firm IWMB to destroy excess title inventory along with retail returns of unsold product. What they get is IWMB sells about 1 million of those Warner DVD and Blu-ray Disc units right back into retail outlets at below market prices. WHV claims a loss of at least $10 million due to IWMB’s unwanted actions. So, Warner files a $10 million lawsuit against disc destruction firm IWMB that accuses it of inventory sales they want to end up on the crush heap.

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FM TALK IS NOW!

The new outrageous music performance fee legislation is pretty sure to pass. Record labels and their artists seem to forget that airplay on radio stations is by far the best way to promote their music. Now they want radio stations to pay for playing their tunes on the radio. It's one the most disgraceful things to happen in America since the president's Stimulus bill. Remember when FM radio shoves AM radio aside as the main attraction for music lovers? Many say that AM radio is dead. Along comes talk radio and AM jumps back into the top 10 and higher in ratings. Times are tough for everyone. If FM music radio stations have to add performance fees to their already dwindling supply of cash, something new may be on the horizon. A prediction of mine is FM talk radio. An added benefit is that FM radio has a built-in advantage of the younger demographics that advertising agencies seek. A few FM radio frequencies begin see the light and flip from music to talk. Our prediction is that FM talk radio is the new wave to hit our radio sets. Record labels and their artists then suffer sales from lack of airplay on radio stations. Touché! By then it's too late to turn back now. Read Monday's issue of JRRR about a radio rebellion in Texas.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the inspiration for Neil Diamond's 1969 hit Sweet Caroline? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KNRS-570 Salt Lake City, UT begins a simulcast of its Clear Channel Conservative Talk line-up on KTMY FM (105.7) on Monday, August 3, 2009. KTMY's Spanish format La Preciosa vanishes. KNRS launches a new format in about 45 days. •BONNEVILLE INTERNATIONAL announces cost-reductions that includes salary cuts for higher-paid employees plus vacation adjustments. •JULIUS GENACHOWSKI FCC Chairman swears in newest commissioner, Meredith Attwell Baker. Julius says Baker's broad and deep experience will be a tremendous benefit to the FCC.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 ANDY FRASER bassist/songwriter with British Rock band Free born on August 7th in Paddington, West London. •1966 GEORGE DUCAS (Lipstick Promises #9-1994) born on August 1st in Texas City, TX. •1976 ANDREW [Drew] LACHEY baritone singer with Hip-Hop group 98 Degrees born on August 8th in Cincinnati, OH. •1988 DWIGHT YOAKAM's single Buenos Noches from a Lonely Room releases on Reprise on August 2nd. •1995 JERRY GARCIA guitar/vocals with Rock band Grateful Dead dies at 53 of a heart attack in CA on August 9th. •2005 RASCAL FLATTS' first USO tour in the Persian Gulf is on August 1st.

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COYOTE CALHOUN (Louisville, KY) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#694) August 03, 2009 [Monday] Hi Jim, Jimmy Rabbitt has to be getting up there in age, because he'd been around for awhile when I first got into radio when I was 15 back in 1969. What part of Colorado is Grand Junction in? Also what kind of format is he working? Great story about Houston radio and KULF. I went there in April of '79 and left February 1st 1980. It was time to leave. I had a chance to come back here and program WAMZ, and Country was where my heart really was, besides when I was doing CHR in Houston, it was right in the middle of the disco craze and I WAS HATING EVERY DONNA SUMMER MINUTE OF IT!

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JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) When Sam passed, I stayed with him a while, and then went into his office, his favorite place to be. On the walls and neatly framed and placed well, this is what I found. There was the front page newspaper of Kennedy, which you all took part in one way or the other. A picture of Sam with you, of the basketball team while at KBOX. Photos of you together on happy occasions and one with him, you and Gordon. By saying "you" I am speaking to the ones on here who worked with him. A certificate with his name on a Texas Radio Hall of Fame. Two tapes on his desk with the writing Sam Pate interviewing Eva Grant, Jack Ruby's sister and another one of Sam interviewing Jack Ruby at Parkland Hospital. (Sam is the only reporter, as I have heard, Jack permitted to talk with him.) A picture of me with a newsman when we walked 50 miles on some radio thing contest with a newsman in Tyler. We were sitting on the ground taking a break with that red mobile news unit in the background. (We won) You have shared many stories of your experiences with Sam. In closing I will tell you my favorite of all. Sam brought Dick Glancey here for a home cooked meal. Dick told us he and Sam were in the mobile unit and Sam made a "swing by" a hotel, for an interview with Miss Texas, or Miss USA. I can't remember which. Sam told him he would be back shortly. Dick said "don't stay too long, as I am about to "wet my britches." He told us four hours later Sam came back. To hear Dick describe his misery was something else. I can't print the words Dick said he told Sam upon his return. As the undertakers rolled Sam to the hearse, I placed my hand on him and said "This is Sam Pate, first news first KBOX Mobile news 1480 and KLIF 1190. My final report.

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, To your question, the director of Channel 8's nightly newscasts (he did over 9,000 of them) was the late Bob Ellis. We ate dinner almost every night when I was on the night crew. After I left WFAA we would talk by phone on occasion and I would see him when my UNT classes toured the station. I regret that we never had the same friendship as we did while working together. Distance and time often become our biggest enemies as far as keeping friendships. I'll admit that I was much better at keeping up with people when I was in the work force. Retirement changes things, but thanks to JRRR, I've been able to keep up with some old acquaintances, former co-workers, and clients. Best, Bud

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ROBERT REYES [Bobby] (San Antonio, TX) Hey there Jim...I appreciate your effort. WOAI is very much an all talk station and the overnight hours have the show Coast To Coast. It used to be Dreamland with Art Bell but Art retired and was changed to what is now and probably never change due to its popularity. I'll bet your record collection is something else. My brother, Eddie, has quite a large collection of vinyl including original Beatles, Beach Boys, lots of jazz fusion artists and a heck of lot more. Mr. (Don) Couser was quite a talented on-air-personality. Eddie and I were rolling with laughter whenever he was on the air. On one occasion at WOAI several years ago, I happened to be in the control room during the afternoon talk show segment and Don happened to sit in and so did George. It was an absolute riot. Am enjoying reading the excerpts provided by former KONO personality Jerry Miller who I used to listen to also. Thank you Jim for your website as I always enjoy looking up what goes on. All the best to you. Bobby R.

PETER AND GORDON are favorites of mine. In 1966, they record a pure Country album, Peter And Gordon Sing & Play the Hits of Nashville. Very few folks know of this effort because it receives almost no airplay but I have a copy in my vast record collection. That same year I date Beverly Brown who is a beautiful brunette. One night she says that Peter and Gordon's tune Woman is our song. So every time that I hear or think of that song Beverly comes to mind. Fond memories.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Peter & Gordon Country album. Hello Jim: I do not have that P & G Country album, but I recall "Woman" from spring 1966 written by Sir Paul McCartney. Yes, Linda (Ronstadt) is from Tucson, where her father was once Police Chief; she is now semi-retired there @ age 63 w/10 Grammys! BOB

TRIVIA ANSWER: In November, 2007 Neil Diamond reveals a decades long secret. The inspiration for his 1969 hit Sweet Caroline is President Kennedy's daughter by the same name.

CESARE PAVESE (September 9, 1908-August 27, 1950) We do not remember days, we remember moments.

Jim Rose and Tejas

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August 05, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #695

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

GOSPEL LEGEND LEAVES US

A man that many call Mr. Country-Gospel, Bob Willis who is a preacher and musician, dies at 75 on Friday, July 10, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Louisville, KY. Bob begins to write Country songs when he is just 12 years old. In his career Willis writes or co-writes more than 1000 Country-Gospel songs. Bob pens many tunes that the late former Louisiana governor and Country star Jimmie Davis records. The Florida Boys, The Happy Goodman Family, Carl and Pearl Butler, Jody Miller and others record Willis' tunes. Even though he never lives in Tennessee in 1984 Gov. Lamar Alexander makes him an Honorary Citizen of Tennessee. Bob Willis preaches the Gospel in Folsomville, IN for 45 years.

SENATOR SAYS NO TO NEWSPAPER BAILOUT

Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD) ponders the tough moments that newspapers face in times like these. The senator claims that he wants to help but he says that a newspaper bailout is wrong because it removes their independence and objectivity. Instead Sen. Cardin pushes a non-profit approach. He believes this lowers income but they also do not have to pay taxes. The senator explains that this is no loss to the US Treasury. He says that few newspapers now make enough money to owe any taxes anyway. We believe the good senator needs more time to ponder.

TRIVIA QUESTION: How does B.B. King come up with the name Lucille for his favorite guitar? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ERIN O'HEARN reporter with WPVI TV (former WFIL TV) ABC CH6 Philadelphia, PA & hubby Sal Paone are first-time parents to daughter Sienna on Saturday, July 25, 2009. •DICK CLARK's American Bandstand begins in 1952 from WFIL TV's original 46th and Market studio before ABC network picks it up five years later. •LAURA INGRAHAM Talk Radio Network syndicated hostess emcees the annual Marconi Awards dinner at the NAB Radio Show in September, 2009. •ED KRAMER former owner of Oldies WPDR-1350 & WDDC FM (Hometown Country 100.1) Portage, WI dies at 71 of ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease).

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 PETE BURNS lead singer for British Dance group Dead Or Alive born on August 5th. •1966 MERLE HAGGARD records The Fugitive at the Capitol Recording Studios in Hollywood, CA on August 1st. •1971 WALTER BLANDING tenor saxophonist born on August 14th in Cleveland, OH. •1986 GEORGE STRAIT's single Nobody In His Right Mind Would've Left Her lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 2nd. •1992 TIFFANY EVANS contestant vocalist on American Idol born on August 4th in the Bronx. •2003 BROOKS & DUNN's single Red Dirt Road hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on August 2nd.

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DAN ROSEN (Tokyo-Kamakura, Japan) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#694) August 03, 2009 [Monday] Hi Jim, Great to see Rod Rodriquez among your correspondents. I wonder if we are the only two members of the "ex-KKYX news guys bar association." Best, Dan Rosen

COYOTE CALHOUN (Louisville, KY) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#694) August 03, 2009 [Monday] Is this Jimmy Rabbitt out of Grand Junction the same Jimmy Rabbitt who worked at KLIF, KHJ, etc.?

JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Tulsa, OK) Jim, What a great piece on Houston radio fan, Bobby Langham. He's just the nicest man around. The only thing I wanted to add is that his birthday is April 28th. I would usually send him a card as his big day would approach and he would be happy to get some return mail for all he sends out. Joanie Green Gallo

SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#694) August 03, 2009 [Monday] Hi Jim. Good work on Rev. Ike. However, Washington Heights is in NYC. I know because I lived two blocks away from his church and a friend of mine was his music director. Stay Well. Sam Lee (www.ZeitgeistCorp.org)

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BREAKING NEWS! Legendary Dallas, TX mobile news reporter Sam Pate dies at 77 at 10 am on Monday, August 3, 2009!

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Subject: SAM. We just got back to the lake. Sam passed around 10 am. After I have rested, I will write again. I would have let you known sooner, but my address book was here.

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) I don't know if you receive info from Mike Shannon or not so I'm passing this on to you. If you did receive it, pardon the duplication. Bud. From: Mike Shannon 'Subject: Sam Pate, DFW radio newsman, dead at 77. 'Just letting everyone know that Sam Pate passed away this afternoon (Monday 8/3) at a hospital in McKinney, TX. He was 77 and had been battling brain cancer for some time. Some of you got an email earlier today from me asking for remembrances of Sam, old airchecks, or anything that could be played or read at the funeral. If you have anything to share, please forward along to me and I'll make sure Sam's daughter Rosalyn gets it. Sam worked at KBOX, KLIF and KVIL in Dallas during his career. He was perhaps best known as the KBOX-AM reporter who reported the shooting of Pres Kennedy on 11/22/1963, with the oft-heard phrase from old recordings of the event, "It appears as though something has happened in the motorcade..." Others of you will remember Sam as the tall, older gentleman who attended our last couple of DFW Radio Lunch Bunch gatherings. He really cherished the time that all of the attendees spent with him, listening to his old stories and making him feel like a part of the group. I thank you all for that as well. Sam was one of a kind and we'll sure miss him. Services have not been announced or set yet.'

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HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, Just got home from a trip and received your message. See you Thursday and drive carefully. HG

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Jim, Speaking of Bobby Langham, If I had a dollar for every request I played for him when I was on KNUZ (60-65?) on the night shift, I would be a millionaire!!!! He still calls about every other week to tell me who is working where. He never ceases to amaze me. When I worked at KODA I gave him and his mother a tour of the station. She has passed on and he now lives with his sister and her husband. What a fan of Houston Radio!! See you Thursday for lunch... Paul

CHUMBE SALINAS (Benavides, TX) Subject: Subscribe. Have several friends that are or were in the business (Paul Williams, Frank Haley, Don Armstrong, and the late Chet Hancock, to name a few)! Love the people in the industry! None like 'em! cs

TRIVIA ANSWER: B.B. King names his guitar Lucille after he nearly loses it in a fire that two men start in a fight over a woman by the name of Lucille.

ROBERT REYES (San Antonio, TX) Howdy Jim! ...hope you are doing well and I hope you will allow me to us your forum to wish Don Couser a very Happy Birthday! I used to listen to Don and his feathered partner, George The Duck...a.k.a. "PATO MOJADO" (wet duck) on KONO in the early 1960's. My brother, Eddie, and I got to meet Don when he, along with Denny Ezba and The Goldens, appeared at a local men’s clothing store. The main highlight was George singing the theme song from the movie, High Noon, "Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling". You HAD to be there to enjoy it! In the early 1970s, Don was my professor at San Antonio College in the Radio/TV/Film Department. Hardly anyone ever flunked his class unless they were downright dumb or never showed up. Don's classes were always interesting and entertaining! In the early 1990's, when I began working for WOAI and Clear Channel, Don was an account executive so we saw each other often. Nowadays, thanks to Liz Patranella, some of San Antonio's former radio and TV personalities, news reporters, engineers and others gather twice a year for a friendly get together and luncheon. I am happy and proud to consider Don a friend and mentor and I am sure many of your readers will express their kindest wishes on his birthday! Thanks, Jim, and take care! Bobby Reyes (robertmreyes@clearchannel.com)

DALE EVANS (October 31,1912-February 7, 2001) Happy trails to you, until we meet again. Some trails are happy ones, Others are blue. It's the way you ride the trail that counts, Here's a happy one for you.

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August 03, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #694

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

IKE PERISHES

For decades radio listeners across the nation tune in and turn on to Rev. Ike's message of the Gospel. Legions of followers know Rev. Frederick Eikerenkoetter as Rev. Ike to whom he preaches the blessings of prosperity. He also reaps millions of dollars from their donations. Rev. Ike passes away on Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 74 in a Los Angeles hospital of complications from a stroke. In the mid-1970s Rev. Ike's ministry reaches its peak when his sermons are on 1,770 radio stations to a radio audience of 2.5 million souls. Rev. Ike also preaches his self-empowerment philosophy on TV, the Internet, in books, magazines, audiotapes and videotapes. From the stage of the former Loews movie theater on 175th St. in Washington Heights in NYC which he transforms into his United Church Science of Living Institute, Rev. Ike tells thousands of parishioners this is the do-it-yourself church. The only savior in this philosophy is God in you.

GOTHAM CITY RADIO

Jennifer Buckley tacks on the VP title to her Director of Sales position at Buckley Broadcasting Talk WOR-710 in NYC. Scott Lakefield edges up the ladder from Assistant Program Director to Program Director. In 2001, Jennifer joins WOR's sales department after she graduates from Boston College. In 1995, Scott comes on board the legendary WOR News/Talk operation. He serves as APD since 2002. Jerry Crowley, VP/GM, brags: Jennifer and Scott are extremely hard-working individuals who have helped make WOR the exceptional radio station it is today. I am thrilled to reward their efforts with these well-deserved promotions.

PHILLY TV EXPANDS

Mike Jerrick returns to WTXF TV Fox29 on Good Day Philadelphia which swells one hour to 7 am-10 am. Jerrick is a former co-host of Good Day before he heads to Fox News Channel to co-host the weekend Fox and Friends. For the last two years, Mike co-hosts The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet on Fox stations until it cancels out in spring 2009. Fox29 is silent on what Jerrick's return to Good Day has in store for current co-host John Anderson.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the top selling Christmas record album of all time? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DON COUSER (Popular KONO-860 DJ) has a birthday on Tuesday, August 4th. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! •THALIA ASSURAS CBS News since 1997 as White House correspondent and former anchor of the Saturday Early Show and Evening News exits after non-renewal of her contract. •MICHAEL MCCOY arrives Monday, August 3, 2009 as new PD of Clear Channel Top 40 WKQI FM (Channel 955) Detroit, MI from sister station Top 40 WNCI FM (97.9) Columbus, OH. •WNFN FM (106.7) Nashville-Millersville, TN flips from sports to Top 40 with at least 1,006 songs in a row.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 JOHNNY CASH records his first version of Folsom Prison Blues on July 30th at the Sun Recording Studio in Memphis, TN. •1963 ED ROLAND vocals/guitar with Stockbridge, GA Rock quintet Collective Soul born on August 3rd. •1979 WILLIE NELSON & LEON RUSSELL's duet album One For The Road certifies Gold on August 2nd. •1981 MARQUES HOUSTON vocals with teenage R&B trio Immature born on August 4th. •1992 BROOKS & DUNN's single Boot Scootin' Boogie" begins 4 weeks at #1 in Billboard on August 1st. •2004 ERIK BRAUNN lead guitar with Heavy Metal band Iron Butterfly dies on July 25th.

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KEN SRALLA (Iraq-McAllen, TX) HI JIM, My last name is spelled, Sralla, started my career at KOPY AM/FM, Radio 1070 Clear Channel Alice, Texas covering Corpus Christi-Kingsville-Alice- and fifteen counties in South Texas. 1000w, full time, Spanish block programming in the morning. Started as a part time announcer with a high school program at the age of 16 and ended up as part owner of the stations. Also, play by play high school sports, and Texas A&I University Network (A&M). Also, KERV, Kerrville, High School Sports and Outdoor Hunting and Fishing Show. -K

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JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) I received the call this morning if I wanted to say good bye to Sam while he still (maybe) can remember me, we had better come now. He is home on Hospice; the brain tumors have taking over and could go any time. Janet has asked for volunteers to help as he needs 24/7 care. Her sister Pat called me, as she said Janet was too upset to talk. Janet has missed so much work, her last paycheck was only $3.00. It looks like the time is drawing near for Sam to give his final news report. Pat told me to not act upset or cry as he did not know he was dying. Knowing my brother, I know he knows and is ready to go. Also told her I knew how to act, as I have been a Hospice Volunteer for over thirty years. I am asking once again for your prayers. (Lord forgive me but pray his suffering will end) I am ready to give him up, rather than see him suffer any more. We will be going Monday morning and when we get back home, I will send you the news. I will be out this morning getting the car serviced for the trip to McKinney. Thank you guys for being my brothers long time friends. Only you know him better than I. You're great.

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) While I was working for WFAA and on vacation in New York touring the ABC facilities, I ran into Bob Walker who was sitting at his desk in the newsroom. We had worked together on some projects at WFAA. He immediately made me feel at home and wanted to know about the folks he had worked with in Dallas. He was not only a good professional newsman, but unlike many egos in the business, he cared for and was concerned about his co-workers past and present. By the way Jim, I know it has been a long time since you were at WFAA, but to jog your memory, WFAA-TV was the ABC affiliate on Channel 8, and not Channel 13 as is KTRK the ABC affiliate in Houston. It is a confusing situation since Dallas and Houston both have channels 8 and 13. Bud

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BOBBY LANGHAM is a name that we radio DJs here in Houston, TX know very well. Bobby calls all of us at each radio station. He keeps up with what goes on in Houston radio more than we do. Bobby lives in the far north Houston suburb of Spring, TX. About two years ago well-known Houston radio DJ Joe Ford gives Bobby my home address. Out of the clear blue on Friday, July 31, 2009 I receive a letter from Bobby. This is his reply to my letter almost two years ago. Remember back in 1977 when he calls the KIKK FM request line to welcome me to Houston and KIKK. Then in 1978 he phones at KNUZ-1230. He calls KULF-790, KILT FM, KENR-1070 and the other Houston radio stations where he hears my voice. But Bobby does this to all of us because he really does love radio. Never will forget the first time that I see Bobby Langham in person. On a hot summer day in 1978 at a KNUZ remote broadcast in a large shopping center, spot a guy a distance away who walks my way from way back in a parking lot. For some reason believe that is the famous Bobby Langham. Low and behold it really is our Bobby!

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Hi Jim...amazing! I normally receive a letter every month from Bobby. His address labels grace the top and bottom of each page and yes, he lives somewhere in the Spring area. I keep thinking I'll go out tomorrow and find him and see how he's doing. I think I told you he came to one of the old KLDE Fun Fests at The Woodlands Pavillion...the jocks were more impressed with Bobby than hanging with the stars of the show. He's a great guy and truly a real fan of radio and the guys that made it rock!

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday August 4th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday, August 8th 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: According to the RIAA, as of 2007, Elvis Presley's Christmas Album is the top-selling holiday release of all time with 9 million in sales. Famous 1960s Wall of Sound producer Phil Spector calls it the greatest Christmas Rock album of all time.

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#691) July 27, 2009 [M] Looks like Harold is going to be our Campaign Manager next year. I’m having lunch with him on 8/6 to discuss plans. You are welcome to come along. Let me know if you can meet us and I will let you know where and what time. Paul "Wild Child" Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#693) July 31, 2009 [Friday] I'm hiring Harold as well and Scott Arthur too.

VIRGINIA WOOLF (January 25, 1882-March 28, 1941) Some people go to priests; others to poetry; I to my friends.

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Jul 31, 2009

Issue #693

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

VETERAN NEWS ANCHOR DEPARTS

ABC News Radio reports that longtime correspondent/anchor Bob Walker dies at 77. Bob's voice is on ABC Information Network for three decades from the 1960s before he retires in the 1990s. Bob is News Director of WFAA TV ABC CH8 in Dallas, TX when the thirty-fifth President of the United States John F. Kennedy dies from a gunshot wound on November 22, 1963. A career milestone is when Walker performs live coverage, along with ABC’s Vic Ratner, of the space shuttle Challenger disaster on January 28, 1986. Bob's former colleague Steve Jones, ABC News Radio VP/GM, says Bob’s reporting represented his broad interest and sharp insight into events both important and interesting to people. He will be missed.

SPORTS ICON RETIRES

Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully says that he may hang up his microphone at the end of the 2010 season. Vin is in his 60th season as L.A. Dodgers sports announcer. Vin tells the Los Angeles Times that he plans to return for the 2010 season and then retire. The 81 year old Vin Scully proclaims: God willing; I will probably come back for one more year. At this moment, my health is excellent and I'm leaning toward one more year. Can it really be true that he is 81 years young? Scully's time with the L.A. Dodgers is just about the longest run of any broadcaster with one pro sports team.

WOMEN UP - MINORITIES DOWN

According to a new 2009 study, in both television and radio, women increase their share of jobs in newsrooms while minorities lose ground after a 2008 peak. RTNDA and Hofstra University's report states: Women now hold 41.4% of TV news positions and 28.1% of all radio slots and hold their own in the tally of news directors. However, minorities fell from 23.6% of total TV staff in 2008 to 21.8% and went from 11.8% to 8.9% in the radio department.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is so special about Pop-Rock group The Raspberries debut album in 1972? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•THE ATLANTA BRAVES exit Clear Channel Talk WGST-920 after 5 years to sign a new 5-year contract with Dickey Broadcasting WCNN-680 [former WRNG-680] Atlanta & WNNX FM (100.5) Atlanta- College Park, GA as the new flagship stations. •MARK VIZZA moves on up to MM/OM of Beasley Broadcasting Country WXTU FM (92.5) & Top 40 WRDW FM (96.5) Philadelphia, PA. •TIME WARNER reports on Wednesday, July 29, 2009 that last quarter profits drop 34% to $519 million. •BOB KELLY is a radio personality on WOGL FM (98.1) in Philadelphia, PA as well as a well-known morning news team traffic reporter on KYW TV CBS CH 3.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 JERRY LEE LEWIS' TV debut on The Steve Allen Show on July 28th during Whole Lot Of Shakin' Going On he kicks his piano stool across the stage. •1962 RACHEL SWEET singer/actress born on July 28th in Akron, OH. •1971 CHARLEY PRIDE records Kiss An Angel Good Mornin' at RCA Studios in Nashville, TN on July 28th. •1980 MICHELLE HEATON British pop singer/TV personality born on July 19th. •1996 DEANA CARTER's single Strawberry Wine releases on Capitol records on July 29th. •2009 VIC LEWIS British Jazz guitarist/bandleader dies at 89 on Monday, February 9th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Hey Jim, once again I apologize for not seeing you while in Houston. I tried all day but your phone was forever busy. Jim I'm so sorry you didn't make the DJ Hall of fame. But there were some others who didn't make it...many ole timers. I saw a lot of names on the nominating list I recognized who were in Texas radio long before its explosion in the mid fifties and sixties. So your absence leaves you in good company. On my trip back I ventured into OK for a couple of days and along that TX-OK border I was constantly changing the dial on the car's radio. Local radio is still alive in those rural areas...but the programming is struggling. The economy has hit rural radio really bad with very few national ads...one or two people handling the board, and an almost total absence of automation. Radio however struggles on. I actually heard the original recording of Pledging My Love by Johnny Ace. I had such a difficult struggle with nostalgia I almost ran my car off the road. The heat was a mild 105 most of the time and weather was always on the lips of the announcers. So we must keep on keeping on. CC

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PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#691) July 27, 2009 [Monday] Looks like Harold is going to be our Campaign Manager next year. I’m having lunch with him on 8/6 (2009) to discuss plans. You are welcome to come along. Let me know if you can meet us and I will let you know where and what time. Paul "Wild Child" Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Subject: Hall of Fame. Well said, Jim, and thanks for the nice comment at the end. It's funny-not only is there no $ to be elected, but who's going to know? Thanks for sending me JRRR. Marty

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: Correction from Jerry Miller's email: 'from KTSA George Lester & Charlie Van both moved to Seattle at different stations, KTSA's Don French joined Chuck Blore's stations as PD in Minneapolis, and Gene Crockett went to WOAI. Ricci Ware and Bob Sinclair stayed put and did very well.' Hi Jim, I just wanted to let you know about a couple of things in the statement above. Charlie Van went to Seattle to program KOL and later hired me as AM drive DJ there. We never worked at different stations. Seattle management didn't understand modern, tight format radio so we both came back to San Antonio. Charlie went to KONO and I was welcomed back to my AM drive slot at KTSA. Bob Sinclair didn't remain at KTSA. He switched over to KBAT in about 1965 and we worked there together for a couple of years. Ricci didn't have an uninterrupted stint at KTSA either. He replaced me at KBUC in 1972 when I went to Houston. I thought you would like to know. Best wishes, George Lester

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DEBORAH JOHNSON [Senior VP Marketing KERA] (Dallas, TX) Subject: KERA Acquires 91.7 FM. Among the programs under consideration for the new station are World Café (distributed by NPR), Echoes (from Public Radio International), Undercurrents (from Native Voice One), American Routes (from American Public Media), plus music specials. NPR news headlines will be broadcast at the top of the hour. KERA’s own local programs will include interviews, studio performances and arts-related news and commentary.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Raspberries debut album in 1972 contains a raspberry scented scratch and sniff sticker.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Joy drive-in theater in Dallas, TX in the 1950s. I remember a JOY drive-in theater in Mt. Sterling, KY going strong in 1954! I started in radio at $30 a wk in Elkins, WVA; the jock running the popular teen show, 1240 Club, got fired & I moved into the big-slot at $40 a wk...my first of many radio jobs. I'll have to mail you one of my famous membership cards to my 1240 club; they're packed, but when I finish my office I'll send you one! (This was 1953). I could write a book. I want to call it "The world's second oldest Teenager" in deference to Dick Clark, whom I have met many times, but that's another long story. I think he is only person left older than me...the others are all gone: John Wayne, Ronald Reagan, George Burns, etc. In HS I worked at Kroger (new store) as bag-boy too...60 cents hr. By Dec. 1950 I had made almost too much money for Dad to claim me on IRS, so he made me quit. In Jan, the store would not take me back, so I moved on to other jobs, as I took Distributive Education, where I went to school only in AMs & then to a job as part of schooling. I could write an entire chapter about my high school days alone...ha. Where else could you find all the pretty gals my age confined in the same building M-F & many in my classes too? I would have paid them to go to school. I never wanted HS to end! Gotta stop. I can ramble for days. Really did enjoy your remarks too. Keep 'em coming. Best to you, BOB

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I will do what as Oscar Wilde said to do with good advice... Actually I like the line by Oscar Wilde, "Every Saint has a past and every Sinner a future". Now what is the difference between plagiarism and research? Charles

SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL (1874-1965) You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life.

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July 29, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #692

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LENDERS TAKE OVER BORDER

In a filing with the FCC, a group of lenders takes control of Border Media which has its headquarters in Dallas, TX. BMP owns 22 radio stations in San Antonio, Austin, Laredo, Waco and the Rio Grande Valley. Most of the radio stations broadcast in Spanish except for News/Talk KTSA-550 and KJXK FM (Jack 102.7) in San Antonio. BMP Radio is the largest, privately owned, Hispanic-focused radio company in the United States. Scott Wallace is SVP/CTO. In the FCC filing, the lenders admit that the takeover is amicable and that BMP does not make loan payments in almost two years. Larry Patrick of Patrick Communications is the trustee for the Border Media Business Trust which retains 100% equity ownership of BMP's radio stations. Jeff Hinson BMP CEO hits the exit ramp on Friday, July 31, 2009.

NEW TALKER COMES TO LOUISVILLE

On Wednesday, July 15, 2009 WLRS FM Louisville, KY flips from Rock music to Talk as 105.1 FM Talk. The new lineup includes Mancow (Talk Radio Network) also TRN’s Laura Ingraham and Michael Savage. Premiere Radio Network’s Glenn Beck, TRN’s Jerry Doyle and Monica Crowley, Westwood One's Jim Bohannon and TRN’s Phil Hendrie. The new WLRS FM Talk format goes into battle with crosstown Clear Channel News/Talk WHAS-840. The lineup at WHAS includes mostly local talk talent with Premiere’s Rush Limbaugh and Coast-To-Coast with George Noory.

TRIVIA QUESTION: How long is the shortest record to ever land on the Billboard Top 40 chart? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MICHELE WILLIAMS is the new OM at Max Media duo AC WVBW FM (92.9) Norfolk and Top 40 WVHT FM (100.5) Norfolk-Suffolk, VA. •JOHN YAZEL moves on up from PD/AOM to OM/PD of Crawford Broadcasting Christian Talk KCBC-770 San Francisco-Riverbank, CA. •JEFF BEAUCHAMP VP/Station Manager of WBAL-1090 Baltimore, MD tells the Baltimore Sun that he takes a fair buyout package after 34 years at the operation. •U.S. SENATE confirms the nominations of Mignon Clyburn and Meredith Attwell Baker as FCC Commissioners to restore five members for the first time since December, 2008.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 DUNCAN CAMERON guitarist with The Amazing Rhythm Aces and Sawyer Brown born on July 27th in Utica, NY. •1967 CHRIS GORMAN drummer with Pop Rock group Belly born on July 29th. •1978 EMMYLOU HARRIS' Elite Hotel is her first Gold album on July 27th. •1982 ÁGÚSTA EVA ERLENDSDÓTTIR Icelandic singer/TV/film actress/director/writer born on July 28th. •1990 CHEYENNE KIMBALL singer/mandolin with Gloriana born on July 27th in Jacksonville, NC. •2007 MARIO RIVERA legendary Dominican Latin Jazz master saxophonist dies of cancer in NYC on August 10th.

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ROBIN MARSHALL (NYC-Commack, NY) Subject: Radio memories and current happenings. Hi Jim! All my radio history is in the All Access 10 questions, archives under AC or Hot AC, can't remember which one. I'd love to stop and write it out for you, but I'm swamped today. I will tell you, that I'm second generation...my Dad was on the air for 50 years, 25 of them at KDKA as a talk show host! So you could call me a 'radio brat!' Robin Marshall, President, Marshall Arts Communications, Inc. (www.RobinMarshall.com) / (www.JayneFM.com)

RANDY KENDRICK (Denver-Parker, CO) Jim, Hope all is well with you. I found something that may interest some of your readers. I put it up on my blog at http://rktoday.blogspot.com/2009/07/104-krbe-hit-list.html. Randy Kendrick

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ROD RODRIGUEZ (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #689. Hi Jim. I've enjoyed your site for quite a while. I'm an old radio alum myself. Rick Marcellan hired me right out of college in the mid 70's at KKYX out on Bandera Road and I worked under the late, great Joe Simpson doing field reporting and weekend news. I learned a lot from him. I also worked along side such folks as Bill Rohde, Pat Tallman, Howard Edwards, B. Bailey Brown, Jerry King and a whole host of others just to name a very few. I'm sure your readers can think of other folks who graced the local country music airwaves in the 70's. The end of my radio career came after I was assigned to cover the courthouse and police beats. That's were I, just like my fellow ex-news colleague, Danny Rosen, caught the law bug. Although I've been practicing law in Texas for more than 25 years, I still have fond memories of my old SA radio news days. In response to your article, FREE SPEACH DIES IN AUSTIN, TX, I've got to take issue with the commentator who criticized the removal of air talent due to comments concerning "wetbacks". Jim, I don't think this is a free speech issue. The Constitution does not protect hate-speech. Clearly, when the free exchange of ideas degrades into a negative singling out a racial/ethnic group, the line has been crossed. Thanks for sharing the old radio memories. Rod Rodriguez, Attorney at Law

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Fairness Doctrine. Fairness? What is that anyway... When I was taking a course Work and Leisure. We had to do a report before class as an assignment, I hate getting up in front of people unless making music. So I discussed this with my Sociology Teacher and he let me do my report by performing songs about the subject. He gave me two grades others got one. He gave me an A for content the other a C for performance. I also liked the time I was listening to KRLD 1080 and the host was criticized by a caller for not going along with the other Conservative Talk Show Hosts. Anyway, he asked the caller why he believed he should since it was his show he paid for the time. Also I am attending a Presbyterian Church though my membership is elsewhere if I think they are wrong should I try to change their views when the wrong views are mine. I have to admit some of my professors I disliked the most were those I find have actually been the most beneficial to me and others. I hear people talking about Fairness and Justice when we probably really want Vindication and/or Mercy more often. Like other words that come to mind that have different connotations and denotations: faith, hope, trust. No matter what Laws are passed we know where the real power to protect and guide comes from. Charles George

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MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, Great issue, especially the news about Clear Channel bailing out of some stations. About 10 years ago Gary Hoffman and I had a chance to purchase 97.1 FM after Roger Gray left it. I intended to put Scott Arthur, Gary and Ronnie Renfrow back on the air and turn-key "Music of Your Life" the rest of the time. In other words, programming for the 55+ set. I had set up a group of investors, who, at the last minute, backed out at the prospect of paying $15 Mil. The station sold for 14.7 and became Classic Country. If CC would like to donate a frequency to the B.B.R.A. (Baby Boomer Radio Alliance) let me know and I'll find a way to fire it up. Best regards, Marty

TRIVIA ANSWER: The shortest record ever on the Top 40 chart is Duane Eddy's guitar instrumental Some Kind-A Earthquake (#37-1959) which is 1:17 long.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday, August 1st 3pm-6pm PDT 6pm-9pm EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com. twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday August 4th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: New Entry at Jim Rose Remembers Radio...the Menzies Family all played instruments and sang...so it was a band & each member sang too...quite a sight indeed...about 7 or 8 members. They managed to steal a show! Always a delight to hear from you & read JRRR. I am going to make it a great week. BOB

FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth, TX) Jim, I’m with everyone else. Let’s make 2010 the year you're in the HOF. No one deserves it more. I wonder how many small market guys like me have made it in? Keep up the good work. You do a great job on JRRR. Bob Tomlinson Fort Worth "Serve God and be cheerful" Bob Dylan

G. DEAN DANIELS (Dallas, TX) Subject: Hall of Fame. You had my vote. We'll keep trying until they surrender! Dean

TRUMAN CAPOTE (September 30, 1924-August 26, 1984) Fame is only good for one thing - they will cash your check in a small town.

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July 27, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #691

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SNAKES ON A PLANE

Do you remember the movie Snakes on a Plane (S.O.A.P.) that hits movie theaters on August 18, 2006? Movie director David Ellis' thriller captivates audiences when throngs of snakes surge into the airplane's passenger cabin. This reminds me of what we now experience here in Houston, TX with our long drought and lack of rain. April 2009 brings too much rain all at once that overfills waterways and our many bayous. But without rain for three months our creeks, rivers and lakes are now at low levels plus our outside temperatures are high. Snakes begin to head for cooler places and water inside our homes. Our local hospitals say that snake bites are up as the reptiles roam around. We have to watch it because that baton or stick on the floor or ground might just be venomous.

WENDY ENDS RADIO

The New York Times reports that Wendy Williams who proclaims herself as the Queen of All Media decides to drop her radio show in favor of her TV exposure. Wendy says her daily radio show ends after July 31, 2009. Other media stars who end their radio endeavors to place more emphasis on their TV shows comes to mind. Bill O'Reilly recently gives up his radio show because he says the rigors of both media are too much. Bill's Fox cable TV show has the highest ratings of them all. But Sean Hannity does both a radio show and a TV show every day. As we remember, Rush Limbaugh ditches his TV show several years ago. Rush's radio show has great success.

TV ADDS NEWSCAST

We hear all the time about TV stations that cut back on their news operations when they fire anchors and reporters. If viewers have nothing of interest to watch they move on to other media. Well, Hearst Television's WDSU TV NBC CH6 in New Orleans, LA launches the area's only 4 pm newscast on September 14, 2009. The new 4 pm hour-long newscast follows The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which moves from its normal 10 am spot Monday through Friday to 3 pm weekdays on WDSU. Also Dr. Oz, a new syndicated program, debuts in fall 2009 at 2 pm. The new 4:00 pm WDSU TV news anchors are Randi Rousseau and Scott Walker.

TRIVIA QUESTION: How does Jerry Lee Lewis get his first piano? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KYW TV CBS CH3 Philadelphia, PA reporter Cydney Long and her husband Fred Penza welcome their 2nd child Emily Meredith Penza on July 23, 2009. Emily weighs in at 6lbs. 1oz. Her big brother Carlo is now 3 years old. •KZYM-1230 Zimmer Radio Joplin. MO flips from Sports to Talk on August 3, 2009. This replaces ESPN Radio with a new lineup of syndicated talk hosts. Zimmer also owns crosstown News/Talk KZRG-1310. •GARY ALLEN Country singer-songwriter has a permanent restraining order on a 47-year-old woman who allegedly stalks him.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 RADNEY FOSTER of Country-Rock duo Foster & Lloyd is born on July 20th in Del Rio, TX. •1963 KARL MUELLER bass player with Minnesota Rock band Soul Asylum born on July 27th. •1971 ALISON KRAUSS lead singer of Union Station who wins more Grammy awards than any other female in music history is born on July 23rd in Decatur, IL. •1980 DAVE BAKSH lead guitar with Canadian Pop-Punk Rock band Sum 41 born on July 26th.•1995 SHANIA TWAIN's Any Man Of Mine is her first #1 single in Billboard on July 22nd. •2003 BILL PERKINS West Coast Jazzman multi-sax player dies of cancer at 79 on August 9th.

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) Jim, Well I just saw the list of inductees for the TRHoF and saw that your name wasn't on the list again. Sorry, maybe it was my bad luck that kept you out, as no one that I voted for made it...including you, John Bass and Gary Hamilton. I guess that means we'll both have to take better care of our selves, so we can try again next year. I was telling somebody just the other day about JRRR and he said it sounds like twitter before there was a twitter. Have you looked into twitter, it might be a way to add a little extra something to an already great site? Anyway, don't let it bother you, we'll get you in! Take care of yourself; a whole lot of folks are counting on JRRR and your Cashbox report. And judging from the people I talked to over the past few weeks, you couldn't have missed it by much. I have a feeling that if I hadn't gotten in at the very beginning, I would never have made it now. Keep up the good work, and thanks for the plugs... your friend, conejo

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PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Hey, Jim…next year let’s get Harold Gunn to be our Campaign Manager!!! He knows a lot of people… I am still just honored to have been nominated for the past 4 years. NEXT YEAR WILL BE OUR YEAR!!!! Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Dear Jim, As awed as I am to just being informed that I will be inducted in to the Texas Radio Hall of Fame for 2009 I am equally shocked that your name was not included. Please allow me to volunteer to be your campaign manager for 2010. My friend, you deserve an honored place on that list and we shall move in that direction a.s.a.p. Most sincerely, Harold

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey City, TX) Jim: I agree w/Harold Gunn; you deserve to be in the TX Radio Hall of Fame. BOB

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Me too! ~ (www.ccmccartney.com)

JIMMY STIX (Albany-Troy-Sand Lake, NY) Subject: Hall of Fame. I second that emotion Harold! Jim Rose truly deserves that by far!!! Jimmy Stix (www.jimstix.com)

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Jim, you should let this guy really campaign for you next year!!! I'm excited that Dick Oppenheimer may have a chance. That would be nice. It may well be that a lot of the guys nominated who you said should already be in the TRHoF will be inducted. I'm really not that much up on Houston or Austin since all of my radio career was in Dallas. Mostly I know what I've read in the various emails to JRRR and your comments regarding Houston radio. As I've said before, it really is an honor just to be nominated. Maybe that is why a member can nominate 10, but only vote for 3...so those names make the list of nominees. Joyce

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Jim, I can't figure this thing out. Maybe you should take Captain Harold up on his offer. I nominated AND voted for you to no avail! You deserve it, my man. Maybe 2010 is the year we kick all the low lifes in Congress out, and actually get Jim Rose in the Hall Of Fame!

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MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Subject: Hall of Fame. Maybe we'll both get in there some day, Jim. I would have thought that developing the concept of network traffic reporting in Texas would have done it for me...

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Jim: I'm sure Bruce Hathaway will join me in supporting you for 2010. I will also conduct a campaign in the SA voting members. Gary D. (www.garydnews.com)

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Well, I saw the list of inductees. Not to be dismissive of any of the fine people, but I do not see anyone on there that deserves it MORE than you. I am really sorry to see such a low class of people running that "HOF". But trust me, when the roll is called up yonder, the ++++s will have a h+++ova lot more explaining to do than a good man like you. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman-Denison, TX) Wow, Jim...you've waited a looong time for this TRHoF honor, so hanging in there until next year shouldn't be much of a jump for a circus dawg like you, pal. <g> My best... Dan McCurdy

TRIVIA ANSWER: Jerry Lee Lewis' parents place a mortgage on their house so they can buy him his first piano.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. One of my favorite memories...a young grad from Jefferson High School, SA, came into my PD office (KONO) one day and stated he wanted to get started in radio. I sent him to KIBL in Beeville, where I first started...and a year later, he was competing with me on KTSA! Oh...his name is Bruce Hathaway! Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net.

CHUCK BLORE [KFWB-980 Los Angeles, CA Program Director] The deejays were hired based on their ability to be entertainers.

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July 24, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #690

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CLEAR CHANNEL DITCHES DARK RADIO

In the beginning Clear Channel Radio in San Antonio, TX buys handfuls of radio stations all across America which grow to a total of 1229 frequencies. The bankers at CCR cannot run certain radio stations properly plus cannot sell them due to the current financial crunch so CCR donates 4 AM properties in Arkansas, Minnesota, Mississippi and Virginia to the Minority Media and Telecommunications Counsel in nearby Washington, DC through the MMTC-Clear Channel Ownership Diversity Initiative program. All of this goes to support the minority ownership initiative. The group includes: KYHN-1650 Fort Smith, AR; WTFX-610 Winchester, VA; daytimer KMFX-1190 Rochester-Wabasha, MN and WHJA-890 Laurel, MS. Sounds pretty good on the surface but not a single one of these radio stations is on the air plus the taxman cometh. Also, takes lots of money to get these small market radio stations back on the air. Another expensive consideration is the fact that KMFX loses the site for its tower. No wonder CCR wants to ditch these D-O-A radio stations. CCR says this is just the beginning of its benevolences. Does CCR donate more radio assets? Only the shadow knows. Don't touch that radio dial.

YOUNG AUCTION FALLS FLAT

The auction of Young Broadcasting's TV stations in 10 markets on Tuesday, July 14, 2009 falls by the wayside. The federal bankruptcy court says that the debtors determined that the auction is not necessary. The creditors' $220 million bid may win a takeover subject to a judge's ruling. Gray Television will manage 7 of the 10 Young TV stations. Young Broadcasting continues to operate its remaining three stations. Vincent Young continues as the Chairman-CEO.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What does the inscription on Sonny Bono's headstone read? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MEDIA GENERAL stock almost doubles Tuesday's closing price of $2.35 to close on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at $4.33 which is a gain of $1.98 but M-G is not out of the woods yet. •WARNER BROTHERS & Paramount each gross $1 billion in 2009. •RADIO & RECORDS disappears in 2009. We also lose the R&R Convention that includes the Jacobs Summit. To save the day Jacobs Summit partners with the NAB Radio Show. •MARK ROSENTHAL former MTV Networks CEO joins Current Media as its new CEO. •CHINESE ONLINE WEB practice leaps to 338 million Internet users which exceeds the entire 307 million USA population.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 JOHNNY CASH's single I Walk The Line lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on July 21st. •1969 JENNIFER LOPEZ singer/movie actress born on July 24th. •1977 DAVID PICHETTE fiddle player with Emerson Drive born on July 23rd in Montreal, Quebec. •1981 STEVO 32 drummer with Canadian Pop-Punk Rock band Sum 41 born Stephen Martin Jocz in Ajax, Ontario on July 23rd. •1994 ALAN JACKSON's remake single of Rock-a-Billy Eddie Cochran's Summertime Blues hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on July 23rd. •2004 STEVE LACY Jazz soprano sax player dies of liver cancer at 69 on June 4th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Cape Cod, MA) Thanks, Jim. I sure do miss those days, just as you keep reminding us of how much you enjoyed, and now miss your wonderful experiences as a prime mover and shaker in a prime medium during a prime time. Thank you for continuing to keep all of those things so relevant to us now that we have the time to reflect and remember. Tom

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BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: I'm still here. I thought I'd better drop you a line and let you know what's up. Not much, actually. I've been doing some work with Audience Bakery, a start-up radio syndication operation. Phil Hall and some of the other refugees from ABC Radio are involved. They have several formats and more than a few affiliates. It could be big someday. I've also done some work with the VNR-1 agency. Jack Trammel, formerly of KRLD, KXAS and a few other Texas news organizations has a good little shop. One of my favorite accomplishments was showing them how to make a car smoke for an anti-pollution PSA. I have been following with concern the fate of the Todd and Don Show...which I understand has now been canceled. Todd stays on as news director of KLBJ. I wish him well. He was well-liked during his short term at KRLD a few years back. I tried out for a reality show. I got one call back, but I guess they didn't see what they were looking for in the second interview because it didn't go past that. Take care, Jim, and keep us posted on the canine situation. You need more barks in your life. Bob

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. There were many other contests that later spread across the nation from their origins at KONO and KTSA. Texas Radio at that lime led the nation with the innovations of Top 40! We had a 'Hooper Week' promotion the first week of every month when the phone Hooper surveys were taken! KONO passed KTSA slightly, so McLendon made a huge mistake, changing those great call letters from KTSA to KAKI (thinking 'KHAKI' would gain the military listeners in S.A.) He even brought in Super LA DJ's like Gary Owens and Elliot Fields as temp DJ's, but to no avail. McClendon was soon losing in Hooper ratings 45 to 15 in the mornings and 40 to 12 in PM to KONO. It became a giant joke as 'kaki' meant something close to 'sheep dung' in Spanish!! It was really laughable. A few years later, there were many staff changes at KONO. Marc moved to Tucson AZ, Doug China, became Charlie Douglas & the Trucker's Road Show all-nite from New Orleans, Don Couser became an Ad Agency partner, from KTSA George Lester & Charlie Van both moved to Seattle at different stations, KTSA's Don French joined Chuck Blore's stations as PD in Minneapolis, and Gene Crockett went to WOAI. Ricci Ware and Bob Sinclair stayed put and did very well. Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net. Stay tuned. For the next several issues of JRRR Jerry describes San Antonio Radio from 1957-1963 as he experiences it.

LARRY SCOTT (Dallas-Terrell, TX) I just wanted to let you know I received my stimulus package yesterday... It contained watermelon seeds, cornbread mix, and 10 coupons to Popeye's. The directions were in Spanish.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Over my life, I've spent a lot of time in D.C. & I still hear from some DJs in that area (and a beautiful girl in suburban Laurel, MD,) But that's a story for another time. I have no desire to return, but my only son lives in Leesburg, VA, out near Dulles Airport. Robert Duvall lives there on a farm & Arthur Godfrey lived there with his own private runway for flights to NY. Stop me before I get started again; my book will be at least 500 pages. Want to help me write it? BOB

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On the Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 25th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday July 28th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Sonny Bono's headstone eulogy reads: And The Beat Goes On.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) My copy of the 45 by Mary Hopkins of Those Were The Days had Turn, Turn, Turn on the flip side. I liked her version of Turn, Turn, Turn better than the Byrds' version. I could play it on a six-string. Now that I have an electric 12-string, I like playing the version by the Byrds. When playing my 5-string banjo... I use to get KLBJ-FM on 93.7 but now can't hear it due to rim shot on the frequency. I now can make a few notes on my Kena, but still can't play any melodies worth mentioning. I have a record here by Bruce Channel that I like Mr. Bus Driver; however; the side I liked was never pushed and I thought it should have gotten airplay at the time. I thought it was his response to the Letter by the Box Tops, or maybe the Arbors. I have both versions of the Letter, also love Joe Cocker doing the song. 73, Charles, KC5RAI

GLORIA GAITHER (March 4, 1942-p) Line by line, moment by moment, special times are etched into our memories.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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July 22, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #689

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PAUL MCCARTNEY SELLS OUT

On August 15, 1965 The Beatles play the first major arena show in Rock history at NY's Shea Stadium in front of more than 55,000 fans, most of them hysterical, screaming teenage girls. 44 years later in July 2009 Paul McCartney performs at the new baseball field that replaces Shea Stadium - Citi Field. Sir Paul sells out all three concerts. On Friday, July 17th to christen the new Citi Field concert site Mr. Piano Man, Billy Joel, joins McCartney on The Beatles' early 1964 hit I Saw Her Standing There. What makes this such a special event is that The Beatles perform the first major concert at Shea Stadium, the final concert to close out the ballpark plus the first concert to open the brand new Citi Field. McCartney performs The Beatles fall 1969 ballad Something on a ukulele that the late Fab Four band mate George Harrison hands down to him. In the tender tune Here Today Paul makes reference to Beatles member the late John Lennon. He dedicates his #1 summer 1973 hit My Love to his beloved late wife Linda. Once again, Sir Paul McCartney makes Rock history.

FREE SPEACH DIES IN AUSTIN, TX

As we report to you in JRRR issue #688 Talk radio KLBJ-590 Austin, TX suspends for 2 weeks its hosts Todd Jeffries and Don Pryor after references to illegal aliens from Mexico as wetbacks. After a backlash from the Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Austin City Council Member Mike Martinez, Pryor and Jeffries both apologize for the incident. But KLBJ goes ahead and suspends their show unpaid for 2 weeks. Here's an update. KLBJ now totally cancels their show. In a statement, a KLBJ official declares the cancelation of the show is the right thing to do for our employees, our station, our company, Emmis Austin Radio, and for the community. The owner of KLBJ is Emmis Austin Radio, a division of Indianapolis-based Emmis Communications Corporation. A comment from a reader in the Austin Business Journal tells it like it is: Adios KLBJ! Gutless move. Your willingness to lose your audience in order appease a group of idiots who never have been and furthermore never will be your audience is appalling.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Carlos Santana is a Grammy Award-winning Rock musician and guitarist. What is his first instrument of choice? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WTOP FM (103.5) Washington, D.C. teams with sister station WFED-1500 (former WTOP-1500) for Tribute To Our Troops Night at Nationals Park on July 21, 2009 to support local non-profit group Our Military Kids. •REP. MIKE PENCE (R-IN) says he is profoundly disappointed that the House Rules Committee votes against the Broadcaster Freedom Amendment that blocks the FCC from restoring the Fairness Doctrine. •SEAN MCMANUS President of CBS News & Sports thanks his staff for their work on the coverage of the death of Walter Cronkite: ...the most important and beloved man ever to work at CBS News.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 RICKY SKAGGS 1985 CMA Entertainer of the Year born on July 18th in Cordell, KY. •1963 EMILY SALIERS vocals and guitar with Atlanta, GA Folk Rock duo Indigo Girls born on July 22nd. •1970 GARY LEVOX lead singer for Rascal Flatts born on July 10th in Columbus, OH. •1981 BLAKE LEWIS singer-songwriter finalist on the 7th season of American Idol born on July 21st. •1993 GARTH BROOKS' Ain't Going Down (Til The Sun Comes Up) releases on Liberty records on July 19th. •2005 DAVID DIAMOND composer dies on June 13th from heart failure at 89 on Monday in his hometown Rochester, NY.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-East Sandwich-Cape Cod, MA) Subject: remembering S.A. radio. Reading Jerry Miller's (Mueller's) history of KONO during its heyday is a great treat for those of us who were fortunate enough to be there during those years. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to "relive" that experience. Some of the great talents Jerry mentions are not with us physically any more. But how could anyone who knew them ever forget Howard Edwards and Charlie Van and the magic they brought to the airwaves? Remembering Walter Cronkite is another pleasure. I first met him personally while filming an hour long vignette on Martha's Vineyard during the "Jaws" summer of '74. It was Sunday morning and my producer, Marty Calner, said..."I wish we could get Walter Cronkite to do a segment with us." I told him that Walter seems like a real nice guy, so why don't you call him and ask, which he did, from a pay phone at Gay Head. Walter's mother answered the phone and said that Walter and Betsy were at church, but she'd have him call when they returned. Sure enough, about half an hour later, Betsy called and told us to meet them at the dock at Vineyard Haven at 2pm. Once there, Walter invited us aboard his yacht, and he and Betsy provided a wonderful segment for our production that aired on WBZ-TV in Boston. Tom Ellis, E. Sandwich, Cape Cod, Ma.

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JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. I moved to KLIF Dallas for a year in '61, and then back to KONO in '62-'64, but their 1,000 watts could no longer compete with KTSA's big signal, so on to KNUZ I went in '65 for 4 years, and then to KILT in 1969 for, count 'em, 28 years as Sales Rep and Voice-over Talent -Houston. Now retired for the past 11 years and so sorry for the demise of the greatness of the old Top 40 Radio Days...Happy Days...I call em! They surely were for me! Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net. Stay tuned. For the next several issues of JRRR Jerry describes San Antonio Radio from 1957-1963 as he experiences it.

JO INTERRANTE [Dallas, TX] Jim...Thank you for the Birthday wishes! I'm already up to my ears with candles...chomping on them before they're aflame...they don't taste as yummy en fuego! Ciao!

WALTER HAMMOCK's birthday is Monday, July 20th. But we cannot play The Crests' Christmas 1958 hit 16 Candles for him. How about we sneak in Led Zeppelin's 1973 tune Over the Hills and Far Away?

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Jim I ain't no girl so play Clarence FROGMAN Henry "Ain't got no home" :-) NO JOKE we could do a hit parade with just those songs (Louisiana) and thanks again for the birthday wishes.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Just learned Friday evening of death of Gordon Waller, one-half of rock/bop duo Peter & Gordon, on July 16, 2009 in CT from cardiac arrest. Gordon was born in Scotland on 6/4/45 & the duo formed in London. They had about a dozen chart hits 1964-67 & their only #1 was "A World Without Love" in 1964; "Lady Godiva" made it to #6 in 1966. After the group's demise, Peter Asher went into record production and artist management. BOB & Sonny Lee

TRIVIA ANSWER: Carlos Santana's father is a Mariachi violinist. So, Carlos plays the violin at an early age, sometimes with his father's mariachi orchestra. After his family moves to Tijuana he becomes interested in guitar. Santana inducts into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jim..."Once upon a time there was a tavern, Where we used to raise a glass or two. Remember how we laughed away the hours, And dreamed of all the great things we would do? "Those were the days my friend, We thought they'd never end, We'd sing and dance forever and a day. We'd live the life we choose, We'd fight and never lose. "For we were young and sure to have our way...La la la la...La la la la. Those were the days, oh yes, those were the days..." Yep, Jimbo...those were the days, pal...I miss 'em all and still Love 'em all... Dan McCurdy. Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee 2004, KLIF, KBOX-Dallas, WMEX-Boston

MARY HOPKIN has the hit version of the timeless song Those Were the Days which releases on August 30, 1968. It's the month and year that I leave A.H. Belo's 50,000 watt clear channel Adult Contemporary WFAA-820 in Dallas, TX to take on programming duties at Tom Turner's Country KBUC FM-AM in San Antonio. The catchy tune causes us to look back and remember the golden days of radio, our youth and romantic aspirations. The writer of the great song's lyrics is Gene Raskin. Gene puts English words to the Russian melody Dorogoi dlinnoyu (Endless Road) that Boris Fomin (1900-1948) writes with verses by poet Konstantin Podrevskii. Wikipedia says the first known recording of the Slavic song is by Alexander Vertinsky in the 1920s. Paul McCartney produces Hopkin's recording. It rises to #1 on the UK singles chart and hits #2 in the USA. Mary Hopkin's tune Those Were the Days My Friend means a whole lot to me.

GEORGE BERNARD SHAW (1856-1950) Reminiscences make one feel so deliciously aged and sad.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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July 20, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #688

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

THE VOICE AMERICA TRUSTS CEASES

CBS News reports on Friday, July 17, 2009 that legendary newsman Walter Cronkite dies at 92. Members of the fourth estate revere Walter as the gold standard for journalists. After a private funeral at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts' Avery Fisher Hall in NY, Walter Cronkite returns to his home state of Missouri to lie beside his beloved wife of 64 years, Mary Elizabeth Maxwell whom he knows as Betsy. A private service for Walter is on Thursday at St. Bartholomew’s Church on Park Avenue where his wife’s funeral takes place in 2005. One of the residents of the United Nations Plaza building where Cronkite lives recalls him as a kind-hearted, down-to-earth neighbor despite his worldwide status. Lila Menowitz (75) says He was the sweetest man.

BUTCH CASSIDY & THE SUNDANCE KID

Do you realize that it's now the 40th anniversary of the movie Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid? Never crosses my mind until cable TV channel AMC brings it to our attention on Saturday morning, July 18, 2009. This is one of my favorite movies. Paul Newman, Robert Redford and the lovely Katharyn Ross bring the film to life for us anxious viewers. In 1969 when I'm Program Director of KBUC FM-AM in San Antonio, TX we have a contest where the winners get to attend a private movie premiere of Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid. We completely fill the movie house. B.J. Thomas's tune Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head is the theme song and the melody rides high on the KBUC music chart. For decades I hear the phrase that the older a person gets the faster time flies. Well, I'll be 66 on November 16, 2009. Nowadays one year seems to zoom by like 10 years. Just cannot comprehend that it's 40 years ago when we premiere the wonderful movie Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid in the Alamo City. Time sure does fly by fast when we have so much fun.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the inspiration for The Who's Pete Townshend to begin to shatter his guitar on stage at concerts? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KENT BURKHART & JO INTERRANTE both celebrate birthdays on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! •KSBJ-590 Austin, TX suspends talk hosts Don Pryor and Todd Jeffries for two weeks after an on-the-air conversation refers to illegal Mexican immigrants as wetbacks. •MERLE HAGGARD cancels the remaining dates of his current tour due to headache pain and pinched neck. Merle heads home to Redding, CA for further examination. •ESPN's 5th annual Don’t Give Up Auction raises $1,035,512 for the V Foundation For Cancer Research which is an increase of 415% over 2005’s $201,000. Salute!

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 JAY JAY FRENCH guitarist with Hard Rock group Twisted Sister born John French Segall on July 20th. •1964 CONNIE SMITH records Classic Once A Day in an afternoon session on July 16th at Nashville's legendary RCA Studio B. •1972 COLLEEN FITZPATRICK aka Vitamin C Pop singer born on July 20th. •1980 MICKEY GILLEY's version of Buddy Holly's True Love Ways hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on July 19th. •1992 CHARLES TYLER Jazzman saxophone with Albert Ayler dies in Toulon, France on June 27th. •2006 ERIC CHURCH's debut album Sinners Like Me releases on Capitol records on July 18th.

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JOYCE [J.C.] WEBSTER (Mena, AR) Hey Jim, Looks like the big ceremony will be down your way...guess we need to remind those feet draggers that Saturday is the last day to vote for their nominees. When Ken Dowe said that Gordon McLendon always did what he said he would do, that reminded me of one of my nominees, Dick Oppenheimer. Over the years that has always been the trait I most valued in someone I worked with and when Dick said it, it was money in the bank!!! I personally want to congratulate each person nominated because he or she did something right. So many great talents have come out of the big State of Texas and they just keep coming. Many of us worked in radio because we just loved it, didn't we? It might have been rough at times, but it was SO worth it mostly because of the others we worked with or met along the way. Just reading the names of all those nominated brings back good memories for me. Best wishes to you, Jim, and to each of the nominees! JC

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ED BRANDON [Houston, TX] Subject: Walter Cronkite. Ed Brandon treasures the years early in his career at KNOW (The Mighty 1490!) in Austin. He's reminded today that Walter Cronkite preceded him at KNOW many years before. RIP Walter. RIP KNOW!

DERRILL E. HOLLY (Arlington, VA) Walter Cronkite was the best. He will be missed.

T.J. CALLAHAN [Donna Croft] (Houston, TX) The Voice has been silenced. RIP Walter.

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Jim...I guess of all the newscasters of that era...Chet Huntley, David Brinkley, etc...Walter Cronkite ranks number one with me. Ii was obvious during the coverage of the Kennedy assassination that Mr. Cronkite could not hold back the emotional tears brought on by that tragic day. I believe many Americans became closer to him after that. Here was this nationally known newscaster expressing on "live" TV his heartbreak before a stunned and grieving nation. His weekly presence in our living rooms meant more than ever before. He was like a close friend we could trust. May God comfort and bless his family. And thank you the Cronkite family for sharing him with us for all those years.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Thanks for this bulletin; I had opportunity to meet Walter Cronkite at his book signing appearance in Phoenix about ten years ago. Believe he has a journalism school named in his honor at AZ State Univ., Tempe. Sad news indeed today. BOB

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: More on Ernie Ashworth. This fellow's mother & I went to school together at Union Grove High School near Longview. Below is (part of) the email I received from him this evening. ‘Whenever anybody had a parade I would drive our WYXE Yugo. Ernie actually had two cars and used one for the parts. There are very few Yugos. It was always a hit! In one parade I put a sheep in the front passenger side, got a lot of laughs. We didn't toss any candies. I would say do you want some air candy? Toss a handful of air at them. Ernie had me reservations every Friday night to go to the Grand Ole Opry. I was shocked at how many of them listened to me daily. Ellis Butch'

RICK UPTON (San Antonio, TX) Jim can you add me to your daily, again…. New email is rupton@autogross.net Things are going well. Rick Upton; VP/General Manager; Mobile Marketing Associates/a division of AUTOGROSS MARKETING CONSULTANTS, LLC (www.autogross.net)

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) It is like Jazz where performers claimed they did better in Europe than at home. You don't miss water until... I think the young kids miss out when they toss something aside because of age, but then we do also. There is money in being new even if it is repackaged... Like Classical Music stations that remove the slow movements of a concerto and play only pieces that are well known and upbeat. I like making homegrown music but I know there is no market, so have made money doing other things like working in the grocery industry. One year a friend had me be his helper doing pest control. Charles

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday July 21st. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 25th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: While he plays his guitar in a pub with low ceilings he accidentally breaks the neck of his guitar. Fans love it so much that it becomes a regular part of his stage performances.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) Subject: San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. Charlie Van left (KONO) and took a PM Drive spot for more pay at KTSA, and I then hired Marc Avery from WXYZ Detroit. Marc did 6-8AM, two hour shifts .Howard Edwards 8-10, then Marc again from 10-noon, back to Howard noon to 2PM. As PD, I did 2 hours 2-4 and then Doug China, later replaced with Don Couser 4-7PM. Those 2 hour shifts kept those guys fresh and up all the time, and held their listeners longer!! It also was a time for original on-air promotions, like Treasure Hunts, Comedic Horse Racing Games, Turkey giveaways, etc. and remotes from the KONO Alamobile, a glassed-in house trailer that was a complete DJ Studio on wheels, broadcasting as long as ten days 24-7 during Fiesta Week from in front of the Alamo. Nothing like it since! Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net. Stay tuned. For the next several issues of JRRR Jerry describes San Antonio Radio from 1957-1963 as he experiences it.

MIKE SHEPPARD [Veteran San Francisco, CA radio DJ] My heart...will always beat just a little faster when the word radio is spoken.

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July 17, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #687

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CBS RADIO FLIPS FMS

On August 13, 2009 CBS Radio Hot AC WBMX FM (Mix 98.5) Boston, MA somersaults to Sports as WBZ FM 98.5 The Sports Hub. The Boston Phoenix reports that Toucher & Rich from WBCN FM (104.1) are new morning hosts on the new WBZ FM. Mike Felger of WEEI FM (104.1) and Comcast Sportsnet New England’s Gary Tanguay are the PM Drive sports anchors on the new 98.5. NFL's New England Patriots PBP switches from WBCN to the new WBZ FM. The NHL Boston Bruins cross the line from WBZ-1030 to WBZ FM. On Monday, July 20, 2009 at 6:00 am CBS Radio Talk WJFK FM (106.7) Washington D.C. bounces over to all sports as 106.7 The Fan. The new lineup is: 6–10:00 am – The Sports Junkies (current WJFK morning team); 10:00 am–2:00 pm – Bill Rohland & Washington Post reporter Mike Wise; 2-6:00pm – Chad Dukes (from WJFK's midday show) plus former Washington Redskin LeVar Arrington. WJFK FM also has Washington Wizards NBA Play-By-Play in addition to national NFL games.

NATAS NAMES NEW OFFICERS

The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences elect new officer and chapter leaders: President - Amy Burkett (SVP of Production, WLVT TV PBS CH39, Bethlehem); Vice President - Brad Nau (Executive Producer, Special Projects, Comcast SportsNet); Treasurer - Jim DePury (Independent Producer) and Secretary - Dam Stamm (NBC10 Content New Media and Interactive Media Researcher).

RANIERI HEADS WEST

One of the original meteorologists on the now-extinct NBC Weather Plus leaves NBC's NYC building and heads west to join NBC KNTV TV in the San Francisco-San Jose, CA market. We remember Ranieri as he anchors weather for MSNBC and the Today show also as a field reporter on the really big weather stories. NBCU shutters Weather Plus in December 2008 after its purchase of The Weather Channel for $3.5 billion. The original Weather Plus launches in 2004 with meteorologists Ranieri, Bill Karins, Elise Finch and Jackie Meretsky. Karins is the last standing original member on NBC News. Ranieri updates his status on Facebook with the line Let the new adventure begin!

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is Sergeant Joe Friday's L.A. police badge number in TV's Dragnet series? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! WALTER HAMMOCK former KQUE FM DJ/sales rep in Houston, TX celebrates his birthday on Monday, July 20, 2009. •WOOD TV NBC CH8, WWMT TV CBS CH3 and WZZM TV ABC CH13 Grand Rapids-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek, MI launch a news sharing arrangement. •CLEAR CHANNEL sells Christian Contemporary WKBO-1230 (The Fortress) Harrisburg, PA to One Heart Ministries for $385,000. •EDUCATIONAL MEDIA FOUNDATION buys Classic Hits WKLU FM (101.9) Indianapolis-Brownsburg, IN from Russ Oasis for $6.3 million.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 THE EVERLY BROTHERS 1st #1 Country single is Bye Bye Love on July 15th. •1963 REGINA BELLE Grammy award winning singer-songwriter born in Englewood, NJ on Wednesday, July 17th. •1975 JAMEY JOHNSON singer-songwriter (Trace Adkins' Honky Tonk Badonkadonk & George Strait's Give It Away) born on July 14th in Enterprise, AL. •1985 TOM FLETCHER lead singer/guitarist with British Punk Rock band McFly born on July 17th in Harrow. •1998 ALAN JACKSON's video I'll Go On Loving You debuts on CMT on July 15th. •2008 HOWLIN' DAVE [Dante David] Filipino Rock radio DJ dies at 52 on May 26th.

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TOM BIGBY (Chicago, IL/Dallas, TX) Jim, actually that is a misprint, I am not adding the AM to my list of stations, I basically deal with the CBS FM Sports stations, as you read we are active in working on building a group of FM Sports stations in selected markets across the country, One of them being KRLD FM in Dallas... Gavin is a good guy and will do well in Houston, get to know him...

SARA CHESTER (Poughkeepsie, NY) Please subscribe me to your e-mail about remembering radio. I'm a radio ex. Worked after college. Now retired. I live in Poughkeepsie, NY. Thnx. Sara Chester

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Good evening Jim: Ironically, I knew about her death (Dee Dee Bellson) 2 days ago, but info I had only said she died in VA. That prompted my locating details today. Was aware of the jazz drummer's death (Louis Bellson) on 2/14, but it took me a while to connect the dots. Soon as I get updates on Ferlin, Mel & Mickey, I'll give you a shout from over here at the "Southwest Outpost". Did you see Andrew Dansby's column on music commentary this AM on natives of Checotah, OK in Chronicle?? Excellent piece on natives Carrie Underwood & Mel McDaniel. Learned writer was from Ashland, KY & couldn’t let that go byl So I dashed him off a lengthy story about his hometown (which is 21 miles from mine). Perhaps I'll hear from him. Yes, weekend too short & too hot; we fly to Phoenix Sept 24, so maybe we can cool off there! Make it a great week. BOB & Sonny Lee

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: More on Ernie Ashworth. This fellow's mother & I went to school together at Union Grove High School near Longview. I have never met him but he found my email address from the column I wrote for Texas Escapes. We started communicating. I sent him the story on Ernie Ashworth not knowing he had worked for him. Below is the email I received from him this evening. 'Ernie Ashworth owned the radio station I was on from 1994-1997. WYXE "Wixie in Dixie" in Gallatin, TN. In 1994 I stopped by to purchase some advertising for my real estate business. Ernie was a "hands on" type of owner. I asked him if he had any openings on the air, Ernie said no but that he needed someone to sell advertising. So in my free time I went out and found all kinds of businesses wanting to do some radio advertising. Ernie couldn't believe it! I kept selling spots. The next week he asked which on air slot I wanted. He said everyone of our advertisers is people you found, you deserve to be on air. I was the morning man coming on at 6:00 am, M-F. The first two hours I played Bluegrass Gospel. Then three hours of classic country. I had a ball! The characters on our CD were on my show. I also did a 6-11:00 am All Bluegrass Show on Saturday morning. Ernie was tickled things had improved. He told me that it was a good thing I came along when I did, the station was going broke. He said if it hadn't been for Butch Starkey, Ol' Ernie would have been broke! We became great friends. Ellis Butch'

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I just bought a book Violin For Dummies, I hate anything that calls a person a dummy but I needed a book to help me, even though, I already can read music to some extent from playing the guitar and mandolin. I knew a person who liked KRMH though I thought K98 was a better station. Like I always liked KFAD better than KNUS. I was visiting KPPC-FM and I mentioned KNUS and the two announcers there both said, "Gordon McLendon he is a real Liberal..." It was in the basement of the Pasadena Presbyterian Church. I noticed Mitch Ryder had signed the wall and so had Paul Revere and others. Charles George

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Jim, Below is the You Tube link to listen to Gene Thomas sing "Last Song" and other greats. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH6uqJJ-DzY&feature=related

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 18th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday July 21st. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Sergeant Joe Friday's L.A. police badge number in TV's Dragnet series is #714.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) Subject: San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. KONO's owner Jack Roth made his move by hiring Bob Cooper away from KTSA and programmed KONO to compete late in 1957. January of 1958, Bob Cooper left to join Gene Autry's Golden West Stations as PD in Portland, Oregon! There was then a DJ slot open at KONO and I was hired to join KONO from WEBC in Duluth, MN, while Herb Carl took Cooper's place as PD. Herb and Howard Edwards started to rule the morning ratings and Charlie Van and myself the afternoons, over taking and beating KTSA pretty soundly. Herb Carl left to go to KTRH-Houston, and Roth promoted me to PD in the spring of '59. Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net Stay tuned. For the next several issues of JRRR Jerry describes San Antonio Radio from 1957-1963 as he experiences it.

JACK GALE (WCBM-680, WSID-1010, WITH-1230, WWIN-1400, WMEX-1510, WAYS-610) [book: Same Time, Same Station] Radio was where I belonged. I could feel it.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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July 15, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #686

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NEW KILT HONCHO

Gavin Spittle is the new Program Director of CBS Radio Sports KILT-610 Houston, TX. Gavin is former VP/Talk Programming of CBS Radio Dallas, TX which covers CBS Radio News KRLD-1080 and its sister Sports KRLD FM (105.3). CBS-Houston VP/Market Manager Brian Purdy proudly proclaims, During his tenure in Dallas, Gavin proved to be a very effective brand-builder and talent coach while creating deep relationships with our professional and college sports partners. KILT-610 is home of NFL Houston Texans, NBA Houston Rockets and University of Texas Longhorns. Tom Bigby, Corporate VP/Strategic Programming and OM of CBS Radio Sports WXYT-1270 (former WXYZ) Detroit, MI tacks on PD duties of KRLD-1080 Dallas.

THE OFFICE REPLACES THE NEWSROOM

Chicago, IL's WFLD TV NBC CH10 drops its 10 pm newscast in September 2009 in favor of reruns of TV comedy series The Office. NBC10 re-assigns former 10 pm news anchor Lauren Cohn to reporter status. Amy Freeze WFLD TV Chief meteorologist formerly of the 10 pm news continues in the 9 pm news slot.

DALLAS COWBOYS NEW STATE OF THE ART STADIUM

We NFL fans experience the longest waits of our lives in between seasons. From January to September seems like an eternity. For the 2009 season, the Dallas Cowboys vacate their famous hole in the roof stadium in the suburb of Irving for fancy new billion dollar digs in nearby Arlington, TX that make all other stadiums obsolete. Remember when we attend Dallas Cowboys football games for only $7 a ticket? That's in the 1970s.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What does British Reggae octet's name UB40 mean? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DEE DEE JEAN BELSON Jazz singer daughter of the late Broadway entertainer Pearl Bailey and the fallen Big Band drummer Louis Bellson dies suddenly at 49 on Saturday, July 4, 2009 at home in Charlottesville, VA. •KEN RICHIE is new Director of Sales for Journal Broadcast Group-Boise Operations six radio and five TV stations. •ROSEMARY CONNORS University of Pennsylvania graduate/field hockey team member former WCAU TV Philadelphia, PA intern arrives from Fort Meyers, FL to rejoin NBC10 as a reporter. •DAVE PRICE formerly with Radio Tay and John Burns of Real Radio both join Dundee's Wave 102.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 DAVID BALL (Thinkin' Problem #2-1994) born in Rock Hill, SC on July 9th. •1966 TANYA DONELLY guitar/vocals with Rock band The Breeders born on July 14th. •1972 TOM T. HALL records (Old Dogs-Children And) Watermelon Wine at Mercury Custom Recording Studio in Nashville, TN on July 12th. •1982 HALEY SCARNATO singer/former American Idol finalist born in San Antonio, TX on July 15th. •1996 SHANIA TWAIN's single No One Needs To Know hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on July 13th. •2002 PAUL [Hucklebuck] WILLIAMS R&B baritone sax/vocals/bandleader dies on September 14th in NYC.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Dear Jim, I had researched for a long time a good dog to have with children, and purchased a Springer Spaniel who was such a loving and gentle animal that we all adored her. She lived to be fourteen and died of a cancerous tumor. After we acquired Susie, who was bred in Sioux City, Iowa, full name: Sioux City Sue Webster, I learned that highly bred dogs, especially her breed often came with special problems...one of which was a fallen uterus. I had hoped to let her have a litter of puppies because I had a dachshund years before who went through several false pregnancies, and died after being spayed. Just wanted our Susie to be happy and healthy.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Just learned that country artist Mel McDaniel is hospitalized at 66 w/a heart attack in Nashville. Mel's heart attack was 6/16/09. This singer/songwriter/guitarist began performing in 1957 in native Oklahoma & formed his own group in early 60's; worked Alaska clubs 1971 & to Nashville in 1973. His records on Capital made Billboard charts 25 times, 1977-1988. First top 10 hit, "Louisiana Saturday Night" in 1981. He won a Grammy for his #1 hit in 1984: "Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On". He started poor in OK but made it to the Opry as member in 1986. He suffered life-threatening injuries previously in a fall into an orchestra-pit while in concert at Lafayette, LA in 1996, but did recover to resume his career. Let's hope for the best in Mel's recovery this time, too. From the Southwest Outpost, your friend, BOB

DON LINCOLN (Austin-Lago Vista, TX) Subject: KPCN & Big 'D' Jamboree - 1964. My dad, a Dallas native (as I am) passed away almost 12 yrs ago and I thought all his personal effects had been removed from his lady friend’s home. But now, her health is failing and I visited yesterday, at her request, to retrieve a few additional miscellaneous items found stored in her attic. Among these was an old 45-rpm record box full of 60’s era Country-Western music, mostly without sheaths. One of the few original sheaths still intact contains the hit "She Thinks I Still Care", featuring a young George Jones with a flat-top haircut. Among Dad’s collection of oldies was a KPCN program for a broadcast of the Big "D" Jamboree at the Sportatorium in late August and early September, 1964. The dates of the 2 shows are printed below the words ‘Big "D" Jamboree’, but the year isn’t. So I had to use a virtual calendar program on a website to back-track and figure out what year it was that August 29th and September 5th both fell on Saturday. Anyway, I was originally going to e-mail you to try finding out what year this program was, but after discovering it myself, decided to e-mail copies to you. I ran across your name while researching – best regards. Don Lincoln, SOC Class of ‘66

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Jim. I not only nominated you for the TRHoF, I also voted you dude. Good luck!

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Thanks for the additional info, Jim...as they used to say back in the 20s and 30s, "You're a brick." I know you have a million things to do, and I sincerely appreciate the 'extra mile' you go to keep us radio heads in the information loop. Best... Dan McCurdy

KEN DOWE (Dallas, TX) As many of you know, my career in broadcasting really began when at the age of 23, I joined Gordon McLendon's legendary broadcasting empire. Gordon, literally invented Top 40, All News, EZ listening, and many other radio formats. I worked with him, side by side, in New York, in California, from San Francisco to Los Angeles to San Diego. And, with his stations in Detroit, and Chicago. From time to time with his movie interests. At one time he was Columbia Pictures largest stockholder. He's the only genius I've ever known. And, while hardly perfect, the only employer I've ever been around who always did exactly what he said he would do, and never wavered. Bob Shannon in Seattle is finishing a book on broadcasting, and the exploits of Gordon and others, and is including an audio book as well. He is using those who were closest to the various creators he profiles to voice the introduction of each of these legends. As Gordon's first and only Executive Vice President and his protégé for more than a decade, it is my honor to have been chosen to introduce the electric and eccentric Yale grad who was a Japanese linguist for the war department during WWII. When he died in 1986 Gordon McLendon had amassed a fortune of more than a half a billion dollars. Certainly not small change 25 years ago, and of considerably more value now. Gordon B. McLendon. A renaissance man. Ken Dowe; Broadcast Xcellence, Inc.

TRIVIA ANSWER: British Reggae octet UB40's name stands for Unemployment Benefits form 40.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) Subject: San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. It all started, as far as Top 40 is concerned, in late '56 or maybe, for sure 1957 when Gordon McClendon forsook the Liberty Network, and conceived the 1st Top 40 Format at KLIF in Dallas. (Call letters from Oak CLIFF suburb where most of the active younger audience lived.) Then in 1957, he changed KTSA in San Antonio to Top 40 with a great staff headed by National Program Director Don Keyes. KTSA's local PD was DJ Bob Cooper, with a great on-air group of air personalities. San Antonio's KONO still had 'block" programming, Country, Popular, News and even some leftover Live Studio programs. KTSA took the city by storm, as did all the other McLendon stations in Texas and Louisiana, followed by other stations in other out-of-state markets. Todd Storz Stations copied the idea with KOIL-Omaha, NB and others like KFJZ. KNUZ, KBOX etc. I believe Atlanta, GA was next to win with Top 40, mostly led by one Kent Burkhart. Also, Don Burden's Star Stations joined in. Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net. Stay tuned. For the next several issues of JRRR Jerry describes San Antonio Radio from 1957-1963 as he experiences it.

LADY BIRD JOHNSON (December 22, 1912–July 11, 2007) How lucky we are to have such a treasure of memories.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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July 13, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #685

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NEWSROOM WAGES FALL

The Radio-Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) in association with Hofstra University does a survey of newsroom payrolls. For the first time since the survey begins they discover that 2008 newsroom salaries drop. Today, due to the economy, there are many staff and salary cuts throughout the broadcast news industry. Along with those deflations, radio news actual salaries tumble 1.8% in 2008. TV news salaries plunge 4%. RTNDA reports that most of the salary cuts are at the upper end of the food chain in radio-TV newsrooms. Government figures indicate that current inflation is 3.8%. RTNDA says real wages which adjust for inflation for radio news staffs fall 5.6% while TV news pay dips 8.2%.

SCHULTZ GOES LIVE

KQLX FM Sheyenne Valley Broadcasting Fargo-Moorhead-Lisbon, ND flips from Country to Talk on March 18, 2009 as 106.1 FM Talk with talkers Don Imus, Dennis Miller, Jake Weber, Glenn Beck, Jason Lewis, and Tony Bruno. In July 2009, The Ed Schultz national radio show joins KQLX FM's lineup. What's ironic is that KFGO-790 (The Mighty 790) in Fargo refuses to air the Ed Schultz national show live. Instead airs it late at night with a tape delay. The new live time slot on KQLX FM gives Ed Schultz listeners in Fargo a chance to call in and talk to him on the air. Ed Schultz spends the last twenty years as a local talk show host in Fargo.

TRAFFIC BY LAND, AIR AND SEA

The westbound lanes of the I-90 floating bridge that enters Seattle, WA shut down. This leaves just two HOV lanes to get into the city. Traffic piles up. Once again, radio comes to the rescue. Bonneville News-Talk KIRO FM launches its large S.S. 97.3 luxury racing yacht to patrol from the waters of Seattle’s Lake Union to help guide stranded motorists up above on the bridge. PD Rod Arquette proudly proclaims, When it comes to traffic information, 97.3 KIRO FM is coming to the aid of Seattle commuters by land, air and sea!

TRIVIA QUESTION: Where does the term The Big Apple originate for the city of New York? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WRWK FM [ex WLQR, WRVF] (The Zone 101.5) Cumulus Alternative Toledo-Delta, OH flips to a simulcast of Sports clustermate WLQR-1470 [ex WOHO]. •ED CHRISTIAN CEO of Saga Communications receives the NAB National Radio Award at the NAB Radio Show September 23-25, 2009 in Philadelphia, PA. •DAVID RITZ CEO of Ritz Camera is confident that his high end retail camera operation emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy as a going concern. •UNIVISION says that its tender offer to buy up to $500 million in its senior secured notes expires at midnight ET on July 8, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 HANK & AUDREY WILLIAMS sign divorce papers for the second and final time on July 10th. •1963 ALAN DUVAL vocals with Reggae octet UB40 born on July 12th. •1970 JOHNNY CASH records Kris Kristofferson's Sunday Morning Coming Down on July 10th at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. •1984 GARETH GATES UK singer/ITV talent show Pop Idol runner up born on July 12th. •1993 JOHN ANDERSON's single Money In The Bank hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on July 10th. •2008 DANIEL MACMASTER vocalist with Hard Rock band Bonham dies on Sunday, March 16th.

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FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) HI JIM, Glad you like the doggie, he's really smart, he learned to sit on command in 1 day, and I keep him in a small kennel at night in our sun room, working on "house training" and what really amazes me is that he'll go in it, when I stand next to and tell him to go in. I'm sure he doesn't want to go in it, but he will. My next goal is get him to heal, probably a little harder. Any suggestions on how to train him to "heal" on a leash??? Hope you are doing well, keep in touch, Frank

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim: Breaking News - Mickey Gilley injured in fall. Yesterday's Branson News says Gilley was transferred to Houston for further treatment but the real story lies in the surgery he had last year. He may just forget to show up for shows. Made his first record in 1956! Operated Gilley's Club here (Pasadena, TX) 1971-1989 & featured in movie "Urban Cowboy. Some trivia: he was a pilot...had appendectomy 7/3/2003...has statue named in his honor in hometown of Ferriday, LA. Cousin of Jerry Lee Lewis & Rev. Jimmy Swaggart. Opened his Branson Theater April 1990. Mickey Leroy Gilley born 3/19/36 in Natchez, MS...raised in Ferriday, LA. BOB

TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Subject: Mickey Gilley Injured In Fall. Country music legend Mickey Gilley was seriously injured in a fall in Branson, Mo. on Sunday and underwent surgery on Tuesday. The 73-year-old has since been flown to Houston, Texas for further treatment but is not paralyzed, according to Fox News. "He is absolutely not paralyzed," his rep said. "He did have a fall and surgery on his back, there was some bruising, and he was flown to Texas for physical therapy, but his doctors are satisfied with his recovery. He will then be flown home in a jet. They just want to make sure it won't tire him out too much." Gilley's condition does remain serious, however. "When you have surgery on your back it's not a mild thing, it is serious, but he'll have physical therapy because of stiffness and they expect him to be fine," added the rep. "His doctors are satisfied with his recovery everyday. He is 73 so it will take time and therapy to get back to jumping around the stage which is what he likes to do." Gilley was scheduled to perform in Branson, but the shows have been canceled pending his recovery. Tracy Pitcox (www.heartoftexascountry.com)

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Subject: update on Sam Pate. Promised to keep you informed. Janet said Sam is taking radiation five days a week, for six weeks, for the brain tumors, which have grown larger. The medication for his head is affecting his heart, which the heart medication is affecting his kidneys. Janet says she doesn't know how much longer he can stay at home, but she will keep trying as long as she can. She came home from work and the house was all smoked up. (he has been told not to cook) He had decided to make some French toast. The Eggs were in a bowl, the bread was on the counter and he was standing at the stove cooking the Egg shells. This is just one of several things he has done like this. Please continue to pray for Janet she will have the strength and courage to hold up to working and taking care of him.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston-Kingwood, TX) Subject: San Antonio Radio 1957-1963. Hey Jim, how you doin'? I don't know if you'll want to publish this in your Remembers Radio, mostly because it may be too long! Lots of talk about who did what in radio from different sources. I recently purchased Lynn Woolley’s book 'The LAST Great Days of Radio. He tells a lot of good stories and its an accurate history of major and middle market Top 40 Radio in Texas...but, to me, THIS epistle you are about to read will hi-lite the FIRST Great Days of Radio, as I remember it! I hope got most of this correctly! Jerry Miller (Mueller), Kingwood, Texas. Comments to: skybluejer@cebridge.net. Stay tuned. For the next several issues of JRRR Jerry describes San Antonio Radio from 1957-1963 as he experiences it.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday July 14th. 12Noon-3PM PDT, 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 18th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: In the 1930s, Jazz musicians begin to call their gigs apples. New York city is their biggest gig. So NYC becomes The Big Apple.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Louis Bellson. Hi, I see we have lost another musician, Louis Bellson. When I would be up late at night always liked his work he and his orchestra did for the talk show. Made me wish they had given him more time to perform, I felt the same with Doc Severinsen when working with Johnny Carson. I generally did not like talk shows on TV since they dealt more with personalities than issues. Dick Cavett was different, I liked when he interviewed C. P. Snow, Arthur Miller and others. David Frost also dealt with issues more than the other talk show hosts. I watched a movie with Charlotte Rampling, Under the Sand about a lady who goes on a vacation with her husband. He goes for a walk and never returns. It was interesting movie I would recommend, even though, an older one. I am ordering some obscure titles through NetFlix. Charles George

STEVEN WRIGHT (December 6, 1955-p) Whenever I think of the past, it brings back so many memories.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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July 10, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #684

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CASEY CALLS IT QUITS

Casey Kasem host of Hot AC American Top 20 ends his tenure on July 4, 2009. That's 39 years to the day after the first edition of American Top 40 goes on the air in 1970. Casey sighs, Hosting various versions of my countdown program has kept me extremely busy, and I loved every minute of it. However, this decision will free up time I need to focus on myriad other projects. From 1979-1988, Kasem, who is 77, hosts the original American Top 40. In 1998, he returns to the show until 2004 when Ryan Seacrest takes over the duties. Kasem then hosts the Hot AC American Top 20. Casey also hosts the AC American Top 10 and the five-minute feature America's Top Hits.

YOUNG GOES BANKRUPT

Young Broadcasting, which owns and operates TV stations in ten DMAs, files for Chapter 11 protection in February 2009. The date with auctioneer is on July 14th. According to The Tennessean, there is a healthy amount of interest in Young's operations. Young's goal is to sell its entire group of TV stations as a whole instead of bits and pieces. Young also owns the national advertising rep firm Adam Young Incorporated.

WFTS TV INVESTIGATES

E.W. Scripps Company WFTS TV ABC CH29 Tampa, FL announces on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 that award-winning investigative journalist Alan Cohn joins its news team on August 3rd. Alan wins the 2007 George Foster Peabody Award which is one of the highest honors in journalism when he uncovers installation of defective parts on Black Hawk helicopters that Sikorsky Aircraft of Connecticut manufactures. He also receives an Emmy as investigative reporter and fill-in anchor on Univision WAMI TV Telefutura CH69 Miami, FL, plus the Edward R. Murrow Award for Outstanding Investigative Reporting. Cohn's other broadcast affiliations include New England Cable News, WTIC TV CBS/FOX CH61 Hartford, CT and WGGB TV ABC CH40 Springfield, MA. Alan graduates from Hofstra University in Long Island, NY.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the first act to perform live on American Bandstand? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ED SALAMON CRB Executive Director speaks on What Stations Can Do To Differentiate Themselves From Format Competitors at the 2009 Conclave Learning Conference in Minneapolis, MN July 16-18, 2009. •VATICAN RADIO the voice of the Roman Catholic Church now carries ads for the first time in 80 years. BBC News reports that Pope Benedict gives his blessings for the ads. •PAT HUGHES & RON SANTOS Chicago Cubs broadcasters take home the IBA 2009 Silver Dome Best Sports Play-By-Play trophy. •NORM PELLEGRINI long-time Program Director of Classical WFMT FM (98.7) Chicago. IL dies at 79 on July 2, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 FRED YOUNG drummer with the Kentucky HeadHunters CMA vocal group winners in 1990 & 1991 born on July 8th in Glasgow, KY. •1965 PETER DISTEFANO guitarist with Alternative Rock band Porno For Pyros born in Santa Monica, CA on July 10th. •1970 DREW WOMACK lead singer of Sons Of The Desert born on July 8th in Brownwood, TX. •1980 JESSICA SIMPSON singer/actress/TV personality born on July 10th. •1997 MARTY STUART marries Connie Smith on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota on July 8th. •2007 LEE HAZLEWOOD Country singer/songwriter/record producer dies at 78 on August 4th in his home in Henderson, NV.

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FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Subject: KKIM. Jim, it's probably the best radio gig I've ever had, as far as work hours go. It's contract labor, 8 morning newscasts, 5 1-minute daily devotional features that run M-F mornings and afternoons...a 1/2 hour recorded interview program that runs twice, Sat. afternoon at 3:30 and Sun. morning again at 6:30. Here's what's good about it, I go in at 5am, gather news, then by 6 or 6:15, my first news isn't till 6:59am, I start recording newscasts, they run at 6:59, 7:40, 8, 10, 11:30, 12:30, 8pm and the next morning at 5am. I record them and plug them into the computer system. I can be out the door by 8 or 8:30 depending on several things, manly equipment malfunctions. No one to fuss with, so I really like it. It's really an easy gig. The rest of the time I'm napping or playing with my grand kids, 4 of the 10 live here. That keeps me young, or so they say. We'll see I guess. I hope I can work as long as Mike Wallace has. The am & fm of KKIM simulcast because the am signal just covers the city...the FM is licensed to Los Alamos...covers northern NM and southern Colo. Oh, by the way, we just got a new doggie, a poodle mix from the pound, what a wonderful little dog, about 2 years old, stays right with me all the time. We named him Prince Ivory. I'll attach pictures of him. Have you got a new dog yet?? There you have it my friend, Blessings to you. Frank Haley cjf Isa. 9:6 "When the sunshine of God's love meets the showers of our sorrow, the rainbow of promise appears."

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) It's funny, but not long after you were working at Wyatt's, I was putting in over twenty hours a week at the A&P grocery store in my hometown of Mexia. It's kinda like you and I went to different schools together, given that we both wound up in radio, though I'll be the first to admit you spent a lot longer than I did in Texas major market radio. Heck, it took me almost a decade to get where I didn't sound like I came from Mexia! I ran across a great website by the way called Vasthead, that documents the best days of Houston radio, including the great wars between KILT and KNUZ. You might stop by and browse it someday soon...I'm pretty sure it will bring back some very good memories for you. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music 512.336.8742 (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jim...I am astounded to hear that you use dial-up to create your top-notch JRRR newsletter; to me, it's simply incredulous that you can perform the multiple layers and functions necessary to produce and distribute what has to be one of the most informed broadcasting newsletters extant. You're either a genius/magician or a fellow mortal who has the patience and perseverance of Job. Congratulations on a consistently important and influential contribution to the broadcasting community, and to those of us who, like you, remember real radio, how it really was and its vital, daily importance to listeners and broadcasters alike. With much admiration, Jim... Dan McCurdy - KLIF/KBOX, Dallas; WMEX, Boston; Texas Radio Hall of Fame, 2004; freelance advertising/PR writer

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: DXing. Hi, I find that the stations I hear carry the same stories and music as the locals most of the time. Regionalization has gone where a local act can be heard getting a start. Besides I like listening to stations over the Internet which carry programming I like, makes even a small town station a big player. Like I like listening to KBON, KUT, KMFA, KPFT, and WBAI. I realize I have had problems tying up the phone when living at home had a separate phone line. I enjoy Folk Music which is not found on any station in the area except KETR when doing Bluegrass on Sunday Nights. Also KNON has several Blues programs with Folk Music thrown in.

DON TIFFIN (Dallas, TX) Jim, Our kid, Robert, who got married and moved up to southern IL and became a Yankee...but won't hold that against him. I've just been messing around with two midi programs...makes music...got a keyboard hooked up to the computer and can play on that and it writes the music played and will add chords for guitars. Kinda neat...would have sure never thought of being able to do that in the old days. We have a little band here that plays Friday nights...we play for the old folks circuit (old folks homes and the like). I play 12 string guitar, we have two other guitar guys and a keyboard guy and one singer. That's fun and does some good sometimes. Hope you find another doggie very soon. Don

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Chordettes are the first to perform live on American Bandstand. From 1954-1961 they have 9 songs on Billboard's Top 40 chart.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Yes, I've met Billy Deaton (9/19/35) was on TNT label & Smash...lived in San Antonio at one time & was on Big-D Jamboree & La Hayride, etc. Others you named I brought on stage as M/C include: ...the Statlers I've known since 1960 & been to their museum in Staunton, VA...worked on shows w/them & also member Lew DeWitt as a single after he got sick & left group...attended his funeral in Waynesboro, VA 8/18/1990; have seen them perform in Staunton, Nashville, Phoenix & Chicago. I could devote a chapter in my book on my dealings w/Statler Bros. First group I interviewed on my radio shows were: The Hilltoppers. later Peter Paul & Mary & first big-band leader live on my show was Buddy Morrow. I have a long list of acts at Univ. VA where I was M/C. BOB

ALFRED MERCIER (June 3, 1816-May 12, 1894) What we learn with pleasure we never forget.

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July 08, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #683

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

VENEZUELAN GOVERNMENT STOPS RADIO BROADCASTS

The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela's government orders 86 AM radio stations and 154 FM stations to cease broadcasting because they fail to file ownership documents. Under a new law that regulates broadcasters, the Venezuelan government tells radio stations to submit documents with details of their assets and ownership by June 23, 2009 or shut down. Diosdado Cabello, who heads the telecommunications agency, says the radio stations should shut down their equipment right away because we're going to open administrative proceedings, and that involves seizure of equipment. Diosdado, a close ally of President Hugo Chavez, explains the radio stations that lose their licenses are not interested in updating their information and are not complying with the law.

TV STATION ADDS NEWSCAST

Good news! According to the Cincinnati Inquirer, Raycom Media Fox affiliate WXIX TV CH19 adds a 6 pm newscast in September, 2009 to compete head-to-head with the three other local newscasts. Raycom plans to replace WXIX TV's late afternoon sitcoms with newscasts. This is a far cry from many other TV stations which cut back on news staffs because of the loss of ad revenue. JRRR salutes Raycom Media and WXIX TV!

THE BEATLES HAVE A BUD

We soon see a new Budweiser TV ad that features a Beatles tune. Paul McCartney writes the words to All Together Now as a children’s song. The Beatles record it for the Yellow Submarine soundtrack but it's what we call a throwaway song that never releases as a single. The ad does not showcase the Beatles' version of the song, though. London duo The Hours lay down tracks for a new version of All Together Now for the ad. They film the spot over a five day period while on a train in Chicago, IL.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who are the two announcers for TV's Dragnet series in the Fabulous Fifties? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WLS-890 Chicago, IL celebrates 20 years of Talk radio with a 2-hour holiday special over the Fourth of July weekend in Jeff Davis' The Big Hosts of The Big 89. •THE WALL STREET JOURNAL reports that electronics retailer Best Buy goes green as it begins to sell electric bikes and scooters. •NBC UNIVERSAL's Sci Fi cable channel ends on Monday, July 06, 2009. But returns the next day as Syfy on-air and on its new syfy.com website. •TOM SEVERINO Emmis VP/GM of its Indianapolis, IN cluster (WIBC, WFNI, WYXB) dies at 57 on Sunday night, July 5, 2009 after a five-month battle with cancer.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 JOHN JORGENSON guitarist with The Desert Rose Band born on July 6th in Madison, WI. •1961 GRAHAM JONES guitar with UK Pop-Rock sextet Haircut 100 born in Bridlington, East Yorkshire on July 8th. •1974 ANNE MURRAY's first #1 Billboard Country single on July 6th is a remake of He Thinks I Still Care. •1986 KIELY ALEXIS WILLIAMS R&B singer/actress/songwriter with 3LW & The Cheetah Girls born on July 9th in Alexandria, VA. •1990 MARK CHESNUTT's first chart single Too Cold At Home releases on MCA records on July 6th. •2003 DAVE ROWBERRY keyboards with The Animals dies on June 6th.

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FRANK HALEY (Albuquerque, NM) Jim, howdy from New Mexico, hope you had a safe 4th of July. All is calm here, now that the fireworks are over. DAN MCCURDY is correct. Glad somebody got it right: "How sad that their lives, accomplishments and careers, (Farrah Fawcett, Ed McMahon and Billy Mays) when ended, had to be hidden behind the tainted shadow of Michael Jackson, a macabre, disfigured, lonely, overindulgent child of 50. How truly, truly sad." Fame is so fleeting... Enjoy your life, Jim, Blessings, Frank Haley; Albuquerque (KDNT, KVIL, KEEE, KTBB, KDOK, KVIL, KLIF, KILT, KTRH, KOB, KLFQ, KKIM) 50 years on the "air" and still going strong at 70!

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jim...I'm glad that my request made sense to you; I'm sure that some of your readers are sick of seeing my byline, but that's OK by me. As Rush Limbaugh sez, "I measure my success by the number of those who vilify me." Or, as McLendon used to say, "I don't care what they're saying about me (or KLIF) as long as they're talking about me." I'm very pleased that between your publication and the words that came through me, we were able to illustrate the sheer insanity of the media's, thus the public's, crazed fixation on the early demise of a truly flawed and tainted star, to the point of ignoring the untimely passing of other honorable, very gifted and, though very human, stars who plied their trades with hard work and enviable talent. Sometimes, timing is everything. At other times, media-directed hysteria is the order of the day; and the resulting irony cries out for an explanation and exposure of the thinly veiled crime of unfair and egregious omission. Together, I believe we brought a fairer balance to this issue and to your readers. Sincerely... Dan McCurdy | Sherman, Texas - KLIF/KBOX, Dallas; WMEX, Boston; Texas Radio Hall of Fame, 2004; freelance advertising/PR writer

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Do you sleep? Hi, I rushed to my mail when I saw your newsletter. I do wonder about your health do you sleep ever? I hope you had and are having a safe Holiday. Listening to stations on the Internet, I hope KVTT will become something better than just a pop music station. The band from 88.1 - 91.9 has gotten so much unEducational programming and has become just commercial radio. I get tired of stations that call themselves Christian, since they only present for the most part the more popular views... Even KTCU which is operated by Texas Christian University makes me wonder. I agree Michael Jackson has been over done by the press, he was exploited and I wish the press would quit exploitation of people. I do have to say though if a person thinks they are Christian and believe the Word of God, why would they go have an affair and take a trip to Argentina? Especially after talking about others for doing the same... The book of James, Martin Luther hated, but it is because it would have weakened his power base. When I think of Michael Jackson, I think of a movie with "Rosebud". Charles, KC5RAI P. S. I have a found a neat group of amateur operators, they meet at 10 pm.

ANDY CARR (San Antonio, TX) Jim I received an email from one of my old girlfriend/listeners who still lives in Las Vegas where she listened to me on KRAM. She was able to find me through your newsletter. More than one person has found me through your paper. Thanks for that. Vicki wrote: Andy...I found you thru a Google search. Isn't that how everyone finds anything about anyone or anything these days? The information super highway. Actually, I found your email address thru the website "Jim Rose Remembers Radio". You had made some comments and happened to leave your email address...so I took a shot. Jim, feel free to always include my email address: Imashrink@satx.rr.com Thanks, Andy Carr

TRIVIA ANSWER: TV's Dragnet series in the Fabulous Fifties has two announcers. George Fenneman announces the opening and Hal Gibney announces the closing. Both are on all 276 episodes from 1951-1959. One of my all time favorite TV shows.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) On October 10, 1967, singer Otis Redding & 6 others (incl. 4 members of BarKays) were killed in a private plane crash in Lake Minona (suburban Madison) WI. He was 26. Ironically, a year prior I was M/C of his show in a Charlottesville, VA dance-hall. His #1 hit, (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay" was recorded 3 wks prior to his untimely death & hit #1 on Billboard 2 months after his death! About a month ago, the Chronicle published a list of top 100 recording artists of all time. In conjunction with that, KTRH Radio interviewed that week a local radio authority (I missed his title from "The Arrow" FM Station I believe he said), who stated that "Aretha Franklin was listed as #1 artist due to her writing & recording of her hit song, 'R.E.S.P.E.C.T.'" I take exception to that bit of historical information. My archives show that Otis Redding wrote & recorded his song 2 years prior to Aretha's 1967 hit! His version went to #35 in Billboard in Oct. 1965; hers hit #1 on May 6, 1967. Redding was inducted into the GA Music Hall of Fame, and his statue overlooks the Riverfront in Macon, GA. He was also inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1989 & won Grammy's Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999. His other credits include the Monterey Pop Festival after a European tour earlier in 1967. The singer, songwriter, producer & pianist scored a dozen chart hits in just 3 1/2 years. At one time, his widow Zelma & daughter Karla owned & operated a shoe store in downtown Macon. I just wanted to set the record straight regarding the local radio station representative interview remarks about this great entertainer. Jim, you know the facts as I have them filed. Col. Robert Hanger, CMH, Houston & Phoenix.

SGT. JOE FRIDAY (TV's Dragnet series 1951-59 & 1967-70) The facts, ma'am, nothing but the facts.

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July 06, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #682

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

FORMER KQUE FM DJ HAS SURGERY

Bruce Elrod owner of Cash Box magazine calls on the phone Saturday afternoon, July 4, 2009 to mention that former Houston, TX DJ Dave Lane undergoes open heart surgery on Monday morning to repair two clogged arteries on both sides of his neck. Bruce says that Dave's surgery takes place at Kennesaw Hospital in Kennesaw, GA. This explains why I do not hear from Dave in awhile. Lane is a long time DJ on David Morris' Pop Standard KQUE FM (102.9) here in the Bayou City. Elrod reassures us that Dave's daughter is at his side. We pray that our friend Dave Lane's surgery is totally successful and that we soon hear good news from him.

TV VIEWERS LIKE FOX NEWS

Wake up America reports that Fox News has its most-watched year ever in 2009. At the end of the 2nd quarter, Fox News averages about the same number of viewers as the top three other cable news networks combined. Rival cable TV channels take dips in their ratings. CNN has a -22% while MSNBC loses 18%. Fox News drops 3% but remains on top of the ratings heap. Fox News averages 2.1 million viewers; 509,000 adults 25-54 quarter-to-date which is up 35% over 2008 in primetime viewers and 48% in the demographic.

FCC CAUSES CONFUSION

The recent transfer of TV signals from analog to digital forces most of us TV viewers to either purchase new expensive HD digital TVs or buy new set-top boxes so we can be able to see pictures on our screens instead of white fuzz. According to a survey by research firm Knowledge Networks, the digital TV transition prompts 5% of U.S. TV households to subscribe to a cable or satellite service. To prepare for the end of analog TV broadcasts, about 26% of U.S. TV homes either buy a digital converter box, new TV set or subscribe to cable or satellite TV. In my case the cable TV company places one of those little black boxes on top of my old 32" RCA analog TV set. Takes a few more adjustments to get the contraption to work properly but now it operates like a charm. Well, the FCC now tells full power TV stations that they can either keep their current call letters (such as WXYZ or WXYZ-TV) or they can switch to -DT such as WXYZ-DT. If TV stations make that tiny switch from -TV to -DT how much are the printing costs for newspapers and promo sheets? Will FCC wonders never cease to amaze and delight us?

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is Chuck Berry's first chosen profession? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CHRIS EDMONDS 20 years on Clear Channel AC WNIC FM (100.3) Detroit, MI exits his morning co-host spot after 5 years with a #1 PPM rating in women age 25-54. Contact Chris at radiochris@aol.com. •GLENN SCHUCK Westwood One/Metro Traffic NY News Bureau Chief is 2009 President of the NY Press Club. •CITADEL radio stations in Dallas, TX sign up with Metro Traffic for on-air/online reports: News/Talk WBAP-820, Country KSCS FM (96.3) & Oldies KPMZ FM (96.7). •MEL KARMAZIN Sirius XM CEO extends his contract through the end of 2012 with a $250,000 per year pay increase plus 120,000 stock share options.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 KEITH WHITLEY singer/songwriter/guitarist (When You Say Nothing at All #1-1988) born on July 1st in Sandy Hook, KY. •1963 MATT MALLEY bass with San Francisco Bay Rock band Counting Crows born on July 4th.•1972 HANK WILLIAMS JR.'s single Eleven Roses lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on July 1st. •1981 DAVID LYNCH tenor vocals with the R&B group The Platters dies at 61 of cancer on January 2nd. •1999 ANDY GRIGGS debuts on the Grand Ole Opry on July 2nd. •2005 GEORGE ROCHBERG contemporary classical music composer dies at 86 in Bryn Mawr Hospital, PA on May 29th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Greetings, Jim, Y'all can come on up here to Cape Cod if you want some rain and cold weather. We had exactly 3 days without rain in June, and the temperature never got much above the 60's and low 70's. The vegetation loves it....looks like a beautiful rain garden with multi shades of green, and colors everywhere you look, and the ocean is only a couple minutes away where ever you are. Had the pleasure of spending 6 beautiful days in Texas last week and soaking up some of your 102 degrees at Lake Ray Hubbard in Rowlett, and then in my old hometown of Carthage. Things look somewhat livelier economically in the Dallas-Fort Worth area than here in the Northeast. We're still waiting to get "stimulated". If any of my old friends and colleagues would like to know what I've been up to for the last half century, just Google Tom Ellis Journalist, or email me at tomellis1@comcast.net. Here's to health, wealth and happiness. Keep smilin'. TE

JIMMY STIX (Albany-Troy-Sand Lake, NY) Howdy Jim Rose!!! This site is fantastic Bud! Jimmy Stix (www.jimstix.com)

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Several weeks back, before the media blitz over the Michael Jackson death, the Austin American Statesman did a terrific article on Texas pioneer rocker Buddy Holly. I went back and listened to a Buddy Holly compilation CD I have after reading the article, and it struck me perhaps for the first time just how much Holly influenced rock and roll. He and the Crickets were a primary force behind the Quarreymen changing their names to the Beatles. Holly's "Not Fade Away", while not a major hit for him, and is one of the most influential rock songs ever, being recorded by the likes of the Rolling Stones. I'm a first generation rocker, but not as fortunate as some who read and write for the newsletter, to have been in radio while Holly was alive. I came along later, and maybe didn't appreciate him as much as I should have. I do respect Holly's body of work now...his work as a songwriter and artist rivals anyone in popular music over the last half a century, and that includes Michael Jackson. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music 512.336.8742 (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Subject: Ed, Farrah, Michael...and now Billy Mays... What I find terribly disappointing about this media freak show is the fact that well-deserved and honorable due has not been given to the passing of Farrah Fawcett (a lovely and gracious University of Texas alum) or Ed McMahon, America's loveable '2nd banana' for 30 years, and now Billy Mays, like him or not, one of the great product pitchmen of our time; each an entertainment icon of the first order. How sad that their lives, accomplishments and careers, when ended, had to be hidden behind the tainted shadow of Michael Jackson, a macabre, disfigured, lonely, overindulgent child of 50. How truly, truly sad. Dan McCurdy - KLIF/KBOX, Dallas; WMEX, Boston; 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame Inductee; freelance ad/PR writer

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 11th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday July 14th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Chuck Berry originally wants to be a professional photographer. He sings and plays in a band so he can buy cameras and photography equipment.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Dean Martin. I am pleased we can share some memories from the radio days-biz. Speaking of Dino, have been to his hometown 3 or 4 times...used to be a sign on Ohio RT 7 leading into Steubenville, Ohio: "hometown of Dean Martin." Moving to AZ from VA Sep 1. 1994, saw this sign on I40 at Erick, OK: "Hometown of Roger Miller." (Ironically, he was born in Ft. Worth & raised in Erick.) ...no mention of the great Sheb Wooley, who was actually born on a farm just south of Erick! Here's another for JRRR: "No man's life, liberty, or property is safe while the legislature is in session." (Mark Twain) Did you note the brief blurb in AM paper about Glenn Beck leaving CNN Show & moving to FOX Net...story ended with: Beck used to be a rock 'roll disc jockey on KRBE in Houston. (I often watch some of his show on CNN & knew he had appeared on several shows in "Cheers" TV series a few years back, & I do receive his newsletter regularly on my computer) Did you know about this Houston connection? Maybe worth a mention in JRRR. I will close for now...really enjoyed your walk down memory-lane. Best always....BOB & Sonny Lee.

MOVIE AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER (1957) Winter must be cold for those with no warm memories.

Jim Rose and Tejas

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July 03, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #681

HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TV ANCHOR CLAIMS DEFAMATION

Wendy Corona former KPRC TV CH2 anchorperson in Houston, TX has a lawsuit against her previous employer. Wendy files her claim in Harris County District Court. In April 2006, she signs a four-year contract with KPRC that allows the TV station to fire her after the first two years if they give her at least a 90 day written notice. On January 5, 2009 KPRC's GM tells Wendy she is let go. On that same day, he asks a KPRC employee to send out a memo that states Corona is fired. Word spreads fast to other media about her departure. Rumors begin to circulate that KPRC releases her in a budget crunch. Jan Fox, Corona's attorney, says, Essentially she was blindsided. One day she was on the air and the next day she wasn't, without notice. It's terrific damage to your public reputation to suddenly be jerked off the air due to circumstances beyond your control. Whatever their internal reasons for what they did, they dishonored her contract. Wendy's lawsuit alleges lost wages, benefits and damage to her reputation.

WRITER SUES FOX

HuffPo reports that Roger Friedman, former FoxNews.com entertainment columnist, has a lawsuit against News Corporation. He wants $5.18 million in damages for what he claims is wrongful termination, tortuous interference and libel defamation. In April 2009, News Corporation fires Friedman after his review of 20th Century Fox's Wolverine leaks online.

SIRIUS XM'S ROCKET IS READY

We all know that AM radio towers stand for decades but they do need paint and new light bulbs ever so often. Not so for satellite radio. Their signal relays that orbit the earth need replacement on a regular basis. Boeing makes all 4 of XM’s satellites but after the merger they switch to the Loral FS-1300 model that Sirius uses. Sirius FM-5 is ready to fire into space on top of a Russian-made Proton M rocket from the Bakonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. This is once the launch site of the Soviet space program but now is a commercial venture. Kazakhstan is a former member of the Soviet Union. It lies adjacent to Russia's western border on the east bank of the Caspian Sea. The country is mostly barren, flat, dry and hot. Perfect place to launch a rocket. Blast off is 1:10 am Tuesday, June 30, 2009 in Kazakhstan, which in the USA is 3:10 pm ET on Monday, June 29. Bon voyage!

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who plays the guitar in the Rolling Stones 1965 tune Play With Fire? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CONGRATULATIONS to Todd Quinones (34) KYW TV CBS CH3 Reporter's engagement to marry Gosia Pietka (30) of the Philadelphia DA’s office. Gosia is from Przemysl, Poland. •DUBLIN, IRELAND's Lite FM Q102 renews its license to continue its broadcasts until 2020. •WGN-720 Tribune News/Talk Chicago. IL wins the Illinois Broadcasters Association 2009 Silver Dome Station of the Year Award. •ALAN JACKSON chases the Neon Rainbow when he puts his home on sale for $38 Million. This makes it the highest-priced residential property for sale in the Nashville, TN area.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ELVIS PRESLEY requires 31 takes when he records Hound Dog in a NY recording session on July 2nd. •1969 KEVIN HEARN keyboards & other instruments with Rock band Barenaked Ladies born in Grimsby, Ontario, Canada on July 3rd. •1973 CONWAY TWITTY's You've Never Been This Far Before releases on MCA records on July 2nd. •1984 GINA GLOCKSEN American Idol finalist singer born on July 4th. •1991 TRISHA YEARWOOD's self-titled debut album releases on MCA records on July 2nd. •2006 TOMMY BRUCE British Swinging Sixties Rock singer/TV star dies at 68 on July 10th.

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GENE STUMP (Baltimore, MD) Hello Jim, Many thanks for forwarding my info to Dan and putting me on your mailing list. I was reading a bunch of the older newsletters as my Google searches for Dan took me there. You are doing a fine job. Take care; I will be back in touch. Gene

DERRILL E. HOLLY (Arlington, VA) Hey buddy, how are you doing really? I’ve been concerned about you for weeks. You surviving the Texas heat, okay? Derrill E. Holly Arlington, Va.

JUNE 2009 is just about the hottest month on record for Houston, TX. We have several days of 102 degrees. One day last week hits 104 on the scale. Monday is 103 degrees. Our high humidity makes it skyrocket even higher. We have almost no rain for 2 months. Finally, the other night when I head to the grocery store 2 months of rain come down all at once. As I try to unlock the car door to go home, high wind reverses my umbrella. Rain drenches me and the groceries. After I get home, lightning and thunder knocks out our electricity. But still have candles and flashlights from Hurricane Ike. Life on the Texas coast is exciting.

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TRACY PITCOX (Brady, TX) Legendary Texas Country Music promoter and entertainer Johnnie High has been hospitalized in a Ft. Worth area hospital for the last seven days. The 80 year old founder of Johnnie High's Country Music Review in Arlington is evidently having a very difficult time. He started his weekly Country Music shows in 1974 and has hosted some of the greatest names in Country Music including Hank Thompson, Ernest Tubb, Merle Travis, Ray Price, Leona Williams along with launching the careers of Leann Rimes, Steve Holy, Boxcar Willie, Gary Morris, Linda Davis and many others. Johnnie High's Country Music Review is also seen on America One and AMG Television. If you would like to send him a card or note, I know that he would appreciate it. Johnnie High; 224 N. Center Street; Arlington, TX 76011 Tracy Pitcox (www.heartoftexascountry.com)

MARTY AMBROSE (Houston, TX) Dear Jim, I got your e-mail just as Mary & I were leaving on vacation. We drove Mary's CTS to Boulder, then to Angel Fire, and then got in late Sunday. I just visited your (newsletter) and I am astounded at your wealth of knowledge, and access to what seems to be everything we need to know about radio and entertainment. Are you on Facebook? You should be, and be my friend. I have virtually everyone in Houston radio posting on my wall all the time. You should be doing the same, and promoting your (newsletter). Presently, I am sort of retired, (at 68) and working part time over at KUHF 88.7, doing traffic reports every weekday from 3 to 7. I'm rubbing elbows over there with radio veterans John Proffitt, John Steel, Alex Rodriguez, Jack Williams, ED Mayberry, Paul Prendergast, Bob Stevenson, etc. I'm glad you found me--keep in touch! You can e-mail me also at mambrose@kuhf.org afternoons. Best regards, Marty

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Subject: Ed, Farrah, Michael...and now Billy Mays... PUHLEEZE...I'm sensitive to the loss of any human life, particularly when they are taken early, and that is certainly the case now, as it is with the addition of Billy Mays; but let's step back from this gilded wake for Michael Jackson and try a liberal dose of objectivity here...MJ had allowed himself to be physically maimed into a ghoulish 'Thriller' zombie-look-alike...and with the able assistance of a team of enablers, was clearly doped-up with continued impunity and had been for years with God-knows-what uppers and downers. Now he has sadly followed the pitiable death march of Anna Nicole Smith, Elvis Presley, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin and legions of other victims of early fame and arrested adolescence. Unfettered indulgence with impunity from apparent consequence destroys absolutely, and with certainty in its own cruel time. How truly, truly sad. Dan McCurdy - KLIF/KBOX, Dallas; WMEX, Boston; 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame Inductee; freelance ad/PR writer

DWIGHT COOK (Houston, TX) Subject: Rag for radio production job post. Hi Jim, I appreciate your mailing and look forward to reading it - you are a bright spot in a rather dull world of media. Thanks for Jim Rose Remembers Radio! What publication is the prime place to list job openings for a radio production person these days? My company, Sound Works is looking for a great bilingual - production person fluent in Spanish and English who knows protools. Just not sure what radio people read these days? If you or your connections have suggestions, just email me at dcook@soundworks.com - thanks.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Good evening Jim: Yes, I too miss those golden days of radio...period. I sincerely hope you are a new inductee of TRHF as you deserve it. BOB & Sonny Lee

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Jim your readers might find it interesting that Black Magic Woman was actually written by Peter Green of Fleetwood Mac back in the day when they were a "blues band".

TRIVIA ANSWER: Legendary Wall of Sound producer Phil Spector plays guitar on The Rolling Stones' 1965 tune Play With Fire.

BLAKE LINDSAY (Dallas-Addison, TX) Hi Jim! I would like you to please consider writing a story or two, for our San Antonio Radio Memories. It is currently a very enjoyable website, and will as well mature right into a book in the next year or two. Some very fun stories and I know that you are capable of writing me right under the table anytime you want, so please go for it. I look forward to your contributions. No, I'm not a recruiter, but we want this to be a real hoot, and so far, it sure is. Your Friend, Blake Lindsay, Blazin' Blake Productions: Hearing is Believing! (www.blazinblake.com/)

ISAAC ASIMOV (January 2, 1920-April 6, 1992) If my doctor told me I had only six minutes to live, I wouldn't brood. I'd type a little faster.

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July 01, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #680

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

1950S TV STAR SUCCUMBS

From 1952-56 our family never misses Gale Storm as My Little Margie on CBS TV and on NBC radio. From 1957-60 she stars in another TV series The Gale Storm Show: Oh Susanna! Gale comes to life as Josephine Cottle on April 5, 1922 in Bloomington, TX. She attends San Jacinto high school in Houston. Dot Records signs her to a contract. Her first record is I Hear You Knocking (#2 for 3 weeks-1955). Gale's other Top 20 hits include Teenage Prayer (#6-1956), Memories Are Made of This (#5-1956), Why Do Fools Fall in Love? (#9-1956), Ivory Tower (#6-1956) and Dark Moon (#4-1957). She appears in 36 movies at RKO, Republic, Monogram, Allied Artists and Universal. Gale Storm's son Peter Bonnell says that she dies at 87 on Saturday, June 27, 2009 of natural causes at a convalescent hospital in the Northern California community of Danville.

TV PITCHMAN EXPIRES

We see those compelling TV infomercials about OxiClean which begin with the line Hi, Billy Mays here! over and over. Billy makes us want the Samurai Shark knife sharpener, Zorbeez super chamois and the Bay City Slider Station burger machine, too. After a U.S. Airways flight makes a rough landing on Saturday afternoon, Mays tells his wife, Deborah, that he doesn't feel well. He mentions to a local TV station that a falling object strikes him on the head as the plane lands: All of a sudden as we hit, you know it was just the hardest hit, all the things from the ceiling started dropping. Mays tells Tampa Bay's MyFox TV, It hit me on the head. According to Sgt. Christopher Ugles, spokesman for the Tampa Police Department, a fire rescue crew finds Billy unresponsive in his Tampa, FL home at 7:45 am on Sunday morning, June 28, 2009. Billy Mays dies at 50. A Discovery Channel spokesperson says that Billy Mays leaves his wife Deborah, baby daughter and son, Billy Mays Jr. His mother lives near Pittsburgh, PA.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who has the 1st chart version of Santana's Black Magic Woman (Billboard #4-1970)? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•SHERYL CROW's Welcome America celebration concert broadcasts live at 8 pm on July 4, 2009 on WPVI-TV (ex WFIL) ABC CH6 in Philadelphia, PA. •BRUNO COHEN President-GM WBBM TV CBS CH2 Chicago, IL overhauls its news department, syndication & network shows from the ground up: We're underperforming in all programming. •MELANIE MORGAN 15 year morning host on Citadel Talk KSFO-560 San Francisco, CA leaves after 2009 budget cuts but returns by way of her new Talk Radio Network nationally syndicated show America’s Morning News which originates from studios inside the Times’ DC newsroom.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 KITTY WELLS' It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels releases on Decca records on June 23rd. •1964 POL BURTON drummer with British Rock quintet Transvision Vamp born on July 1st. •1974 MICKEY GILLEY's single Room Full Of Roses is his first #1 Billboard's Country chart tune on June 29th. •1983 MICHELLE BRANCH (Beatles' Michelle) Pop singer/songwriter/guitarist born in Phoenix, AZ on July 2nd. •1996 TRACE ADKINS' debut album Dreamin' Out Loud releases on Capitol records on June 25th. •2004 HAL CARTER agent/manager/record producer dies of liver cancer at 69 in London, England on July 13th.

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ATTILA HONEY (NYC, NY) Hi Jim, Hope you haven’t taken me off your list – I’ve had computer problems. I’m also a monthly contributor to www.TemerityMagazine.com. And Saturday night host for www.GrizzlyGroundSwellRadio.com. Time: 7–8 pm central 8–9 pm est. I have my Uncle Sam Honey on with me who plays and sings the guitar (86). I’m a conservative in high heels! The show is fun and topical. Best to you Jim (www.attilathehoney.com)

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, It's with interest and sadness that I've watched all of the coverage these last few days of the death of Michael Jackson. He was, without a doubt, a cross-cultural phenomenon, and a huge influence on modern pop and soul music. He was a great dancer, and his performance at the 25th anniversary Motown show was beyond belief. That being said, I don't buy into the idea that his impact equaled that of Elvis and the Beatles. They set the bar for worldwide fame, and defined modern music in ways that I seriously doubt anyone else ever will. I would even place Sinatra slightly above Michael Jackson as a pop icon...to be placed in nearly the same company as Elvis, Sinatra, and the Beatles is pretty rarified company. I hope that when the furor over his death dies off, Michael Jackson will be remembered more for his dancing and music, and less for his controversial lifestyle. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music "We're at the best parties!"

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Subject: Ed, Farrah, Michael...and now Billy Mays... What the...why the...how the; is this sudden mass expiration a sign that the 'end times' are near? Nooo, sad stuff happens and it will happen to us all in time. Coming in threes and fours means nothing. Like Voltaire opined, "A witty saying means nothing." Nor does a strange, close grouping of human death. About the gagfest surrounding Michael Jackson, I am so SICK of seeing/hearing this icon of overindulgence and probable pedophilia revered by media sycophants, and compared, as I heard yesterday, as one who stands shoulder to shoulder with icons like Mozart, Beethoven, Bach and Wagner; and the jaw-dropping claim by one fawning, tear-brimmed reporter who referred to him as the 'most creative genius of the 20th and 21st centuries.' This comment was, IMO, singularly the greatest hyperbolic homage ever uttered, and simply without a single shred of evidence as to its veracity. How truly, truly sad. Dan McCurdy - KLIF/KBOX, Dallas; WMEX, Boston; 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame Inductee; freelance ad/PR writer

TEXAS RADIO HALL OF FAME nominations come in for me in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2009. Appreciate your vote to finally make it official in 2009. Sign up to vote at www.texasradiohalloffame.com.

CHET MAXWELL (San Antonio, TX) Hi Jim, Don't feel uncomfortable about mentioning that you are nominated for TRHoF. I thought you did it very tastefully. I am pulling for you to make it this time. Hopefully you will receive so many votes that...will be unable to ignore them. You deserve it not only for your career at radio station level; but for what you are doing now for radio and for those of us who also worked in it, and still love radio as it used to be. 'Have a good weekend, Chet

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) By the way, regarding 6/29 #679: Harold Melvin of Blue Notes death. In addition, an original member of his group, Lawrence Brown also died on 4/6/08 @ 63 from respiratory condition. Brown was 2nd tenor of The Blue Notes. Much success w/ TRHF voting; you deserve my vote too. BOB & Sonny Lee

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 4th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday July 7th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Fleetwood Mac's album English Rose has a version of Santana's 1970 single Black Magic Woman that hits #37 in the UK in 1969.

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) In our current economic situation, every little thing we buy or do affects someone else and perhaps even their job. If This past weekend at Kroger, we need 60 W light bulbs and Bounce dryer sheets. We are in the light bulb aisle. Right next to the GE brand we normally buy is an off brand label "Everyday Value". We pick up both types of bulbs…compare the stats…they are the same except for the price. The GE bulbs are more money than the Everyday Value brand but the thing that surprises me the most is GE is made in MEXICO. The Everyday Value brand is made in the USA. So let's throw out the myth…we cannot find products you use every day that are made right here from a company in Cleveland OH! On to another aisle. Bounce Dryer Sheets. Bounce is more money…made in Canada, the Everyday Value brand…less money…MADE IN THE USA! We do laundry…the dryer sheets perform just like the Bounce Free we use for years at almost half the price! My challenge is start reading labels when you shop for everyday things. See what you find made in the USA. The job you save may be your own or your neighbors! Let's all start buying American, one light bulb at a time! Besides, you might save a little green in the process. Blake Lindsay, Blazin' Blake Productions: Making Certain Your Audio Production Is Fresh and Way Above Average! Hearing is Believing! (www.blazinblake.com/)

YOGI BERRA (May 12, 1925-p) A nickel ain't worth a dime anymore.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 29, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #679

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

THREE STARS DIM

Sometimes things happen in threes. In our earth's entertainment galaxy we lose three stars within three days. On Tuesday morning, June 23, 2009 Johnny Carson's former Tonight show co-host Ed McMahon departs. On Thursday morning, June 26, 2009 our beloved actress Farrah Fawcett passes away at 62. We well remember Farrah as a foxy pin up princess in 1976. On Thursday afternoon, June 26, 2009 the self-proclaimed King of Pop Michael Jackson perishes. Fawcett's spokesman Paul Bloch affirms that she leaves us a little before 9:30 am on Thursday in a Santa Monica, CA hospital. She suffers a strong battle with cancer. In the 1970s and to this very day, Farrah is our fantasy dream date. Michael Jackson makes millions of dollars from his record sales and appearances but almost loses it all through expensive outlandish expenditures like his king size castle with its wonderland rides and exotic animals. He dies at the young age of 50. Michael does make wise investments that probably in the long run pays off his huge debts. Michael Jackson is a prime example of someone who seemingly has it all but no one with whom to enjoy his many blessings. Our prayers of comfort are for the families and friends of those three fallen stars.

NEW NEWS DIRECTOR IN HOUSTON

Fox O&O KRIV-TV CH26 in Houston, TX hires Tom Doerr as its newsroom honcho with the title of VP/News Director to start July 9, 2009. Doerr's duties cover all editorial, business and administrative functions of KRIV News. He reports directly to KRIV VP/GM D'Artagnan Bebel. Previously, Tom is ND of KTRK-TV ABC CH13 in Houston, 3 years as ND of KTVT-TV CH11 & KTXA-TV CH21 in Dallas and a year as the Executive ND of KENS-TV San Antonio, TX and most recently Station Manager of WFOR-TV CBS CH4 Miami-Hialeah, FL and WBFS-TV CH33 in Miami.

TRIVIA QUESTION: When is the world's first installation of an ATM machine? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DAN PROFT Citadel News/Talk host on WLS-890 Chicago plans to temporarily leave his post to seek the nomination as Republican governor of Illinois. •MARK HIGGINS former GM of The Spark Group ad agency in Phoenix, AZ is new LIN VP/GM over WTNH TV ABC CH8 & WCTX TV MNT CH39 in the Hartford-New Haven, CT market. •WBAL-1090 Baltimore wins 5 Maryland Society of Professional Journalists 2009 Excellence in Journalism Awards. •ANDY IVY Executive Producer celebrates Sky News Radio's 10 years of service in the UK.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 COLIN HAY lead singer/guitar with Melbourne, Australian Rock quintet Men at Work born on June 29th. •1965 EDDY ARNOLD records Make the World Go Away on June 25th at RCA Studio B in Nashville, TN. ABC-TV films the session for the The Jimmy Dean Show. •1979 BARIS AKARSU famous Turkish Rock singer/TV actor born in Zonguldak on June 29th. •1984 RICKY SKAGGS' Uncle Pen releases on Epic records on June 25th. •1997 HAROLD MELVIN Soul singer/pianist with the Blue Notes dies on March 24th. •2003 JIMMY WAYNE's self-titled debut album releases on DreamWorks records on June 24th.

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville-Mount Juliet, TN) NASHVILLE, Tennessee (Reuters) – Guitarist and songwriter Tim Krekel, who played with the likes of Jimmy Buffett, Bo Diddley and others, has died, a statement on his website said on Thursday. Krekel, 58, died on Wednesday at his home in Louisville, Kentucky. His health had deteriorated after undergoing surgery for abdominal cancer, the statement said. He played numerous gigs in Nashville and toured widely with his own bands as well as others', collaborating with Delbert McClinton, Billy Swann and Kris Kristofferson. He joined Buffett's band as lead guitarist in the late 1970s, and left the group to start a solo career that included the albums "Crazy Me" and "Over the Fence". He later formed Tim Krekel & the Groovelbillys and honed his roots-rock style. Krekel's songs were recorded by numerous artists that included Rick Nelson and Canned Heat. Crystal Gayle had a hit with his song "Turning Away" and Patty Loveless with "You Can Feel Bad". Jonathan Fricke

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CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Mike Wade KXOL-1360? Yes, I keep trying to get him to drop a line or two for you to use in newsletter. I see I have lost another DXing opportunity. KSKY now has an FM on 92.9, it wouldn't be so bad if they did not simulcast but had separate programming. My favorite by Patsy Cline has to be Walking After Midnight. I love the bass part; I tried to learn it when I attempted to play the electric bass-guitar. I took lessons for a while but my teacher had me realize I was not going to practice enough to make it as a bass guitarist. Another venue I have tried because others made it look easy. I also always liked the bass on the song Turn Back The Hands Of Time. I was wondering whether I would like the same songs if transported back in time. Oh well I start thinking of a song Simon Says when I hear the name Simon Cowell. Also I let Fred Watkins know of your site, I hope he writes you. I know you have a great newsletter so keep telling others. Charles

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: http://heavens-gates.com/_patsy/charliedick/ Yes, I knew them both. I attended Patsy's funeral in Winchester, VA & still have the chapel -memory book. I'll never forget those 2 children at cemetery, Julie & Randy. My great DJ buddy, Jim McCoy, (now RET to Berkeley Springs, WV who gave Patsy her first opp to sing on a sta...his show on WINC, Winchester, VA. I believe at 14) was a pallbearer. To this day, Jim & I are still in contact nearly every week via computer. He is still a personal friend of Charlie Dick & Jim owned a studio & made country records himself. I am most fortunate to have known a lot of people in this business from my 21 yrs in radio & 4 in TV. Thx for your friendship too. BOB

TEXAS RADIO HALL OF FAME nominations for me in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2009. Appreciate your vote to finally seal the deal in 2009. Sign up to vote at www.texasradiohalloffame.com.

SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) I just wanted to let you know I faxed in my ballot today and you got my vote. I also voted for Bruce Hughes and I hope you will also. Sam Lee, KLIF News, The Zeitgeist Corporation (www.ZeitgeistCorp.org)

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Thanks for the plug Jim...Good Luck!! You would think that after all the years you and I have logged in Texas Radio we would be a "shoo-in"...but don’t forget that Texas is a very big state with lots of talent down through the years. I’m just honored to be nominated for the past 4 years. I know you feel the same way. Keep up the good work! Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#678) June 26, 2009 [Friday] I'm with YOU and Paul Williams. I'd appreciate any votes!! Dr. Bruce

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) God is always driving the bus...it's too bad not enough people get on at the next stop. GD (www.garydnews.com)

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday June 30th. 12Noon-3PM PDT - 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday July 4th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: John Shepherd-Barron invents the world's first electronic ATM. De La Rue performs the installation in Barclay's Bank in North London on June 27, 1967. However, Luther George Simjian develops the idea for the first mechanical cash dispenser in 1939. His idea meets skepticism but he persuades the City Bank of New York (now Citicorp) to give it a trial. But, due to the lack of customer acceptance they remove it after 6 months.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) This fellow's mother and I went to school together at Union Grove High School near Longview. I have never met him but he found my email address from the column I wrote for Texas Escapes and we started communicating. Below is the email I received from him this evening. 'Bill Monroe used to come to the station on Tuesdays. One day a 1938 Cadillac pulled up and Bill and three friends got out...they looked like the country mafia! We had a kitchen area at the station so on those cold, bleak days I would fix a big pot of pinto beans. That radio station smelled like grandma's house! We also had a couple of listeners that brought us up a couple of trays of sandwiches each week. Bill liked a bowl of pinto beans, a wedge of a sweet onion, hot buttered cornbread, and a glass of sweet tea. Those beans were "mood elevators". Ha! One day I fried up 5 squirrels and when Bill saw them he sat down and proceeded to start eating them. He loved fried squirrel, especially when you fried the head. He loved to eat the brain...I don't think anybody fought him over that! I talked to Ernie the day before he died, he sounded like Ol Ernie. We had a good talk. I thanked him for everything he did for me, he started crying and he thanked me for all I did for him, I started crying. I am glad to have talked to him. He was a good man and a good friend. Where's some of those beans???? Ellis Butch'

ROBERT BROWNING (1812-1889) What most moved him was a certain meal on beans.

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June 26, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #678

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HANK WILLIAMS JR. REMAINS NFL SPOKESPERSON

On Tuesday night, June 23, 2009 Hank Williams Jr. returns to Nashville's Centennial Park to film the opening video of the new ESPN Monday Night Football season. About 250 extras show up at the Parthenon on Monday as crews film interior shots of Hank Jr. and Gloria Estefan. Approximately 500 extras are on hand to tape outside the building. The video is part of all 17 telecasts of Monday Night Football that begins with the regular season opener on September 14th. This is Hank Williams Jr.'s 21st season as a feature in Monday Night Football's opening portion.

LIN TV FURLOUGHS

In an email the LIN Corporate office in Providence, RI announces unpaid, voluntary furloughs for LIN TV Austin/Central Texas employees at KXAN TV NBC CH36 and KNVA TV CW CH54. On the local scene, Eric Lassberg, KXAN President/GM, breaks the news in a quarterly staff meeting just before the emails hit their inboxes. Vincent L. Sadusky, LIN TV CEO, declares, Given the state of the economy and the level of uncertainty in predicting advertising revenue, the Company has defined a series of further cost reduction actions that the Company could potentially enact and largely realize during the remainder of 2009. Lassberg says, It’s typical stuff in tough times. They are open to any employee. LIN owns 27 full power TV stations in 17 mid-sized markets. Austin, TX is in the 49th market.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Why does 1960s Wall of Sound producer Phil Spector place instrumentals on the B side of 45 rpm records? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•GUY ZAPOLEON past PD of KHMX FM (96.5) [ex KAUM] Houston, TX [1990-92]; KRTH FM (101.1); KRLA-1110 (now KDIS); Zapoleon Media Strategies & Promosquad Hitpredictor has a birthday: Saturday, June 27, 2009. Salute! •MARGARET BRENNAN CNBC correspondent since 2006 exits for an anchor position on BloombergTV. •CUMULUS MEDIA-SUSQUEHANNA RADIO sells KGVL-1400 and KIKT FM (93.5) in Greenville, TX, northeast of Dallas, to Alpha Horne's KGVL Radio for $600,000. •LIVERPOOL’s City Talk 105.9 drops its 24 hour strictly all talk format to introduce music into some of its shows.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 RAY PRICE's single Crazy Arms begins 20 weeks at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on June 23rd. •1969 COLIN GREENWOOD bass/keyboards with British Rock quintet Radiohead born on June 26th. •1978 THE OAK RIDGE BOYS I'll Be True To You is their first #1 Country single on June 24th. •1986 DRAKE BELL award-winning actor/comedian/guitarist/singer/songwriter born on June 27th. •1993 ALABAMA has 3 Platinum albums on June 24th: American Pride, Pass It On Down and Southern Star. •2003 DON LANPHERE saxophone with Woody Herman & Charlie Parker dies on October 9th.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Dear Jim, I understand the pain of losing your precious pet. We...rescued the most wonderful cat from the local pound. Ralph was a very big silver tabby who immediately stole all our hearts and anyone who met him realized he was a superior animal. When I think about Ralph particularly, I still cry over the loss of him. He did the most amazing things, and seemed to sense when someone needed to be comforted. I hope you are feeling the love people are feeling for you, Jim. You hang in there. Always, JC

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) You mentioned that everyone is younger when we reach 65...you are so right: all those who were older than me are now gone: George Burns, John Wayne, Ronald Reagan, etc, etc, only one left is Dick Clark; I am older than everyone else! I never was a fan of The Beatles, so Elvis is still King in my view. (of course he did set foot on European soil, but not as a stage star.) You signed off with a quote in JRRR of the great Will Rogers. Are you aware that he once toured on shows in Texas with the Father of Country Music, Jimmie Rodgers? When Jimmie lived in Kerrville (1929-32), he & Will Rogers did many shows together in places like San Angelo, Lubbock, Abilene, San Antonio, etc. I have seen the home Rodgers built in Kerrville ("Blue Yodelers Paradise" for $50,000 in 1929); still there, a private home now & not even marked by the city or C of C! By the way, Will Rogers, Jr. died about 5 years ago in Tucson, AZ. I was fortunate to meet Jimmie's widow in Nashville, & Carrie's autographed, dated note to me is still a treasure. She died in 1961. I didn't mean to bore or become so windy; sometimes I can't stop relating stories. I must get them in a book someday. I do hope you & Tejas have an enjoyable holiday & I appreciate your friendship. BOB & Sonny Lee.

TEXAS RADIO HALL OF FAME nominations do I receive in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2009. Appreciate your vote to finally seal the deal in 2009. Sign up to vote at www.texasradiohalloffame.com.

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Hey!! Don’t forget me. I welcome all votes too!! Paul Williams, Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

MARK CARRILLO (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Your Garth Brooks trivia… Country ruled radio 20 years ago because Pop music was going through some changes and by the early 90s Grunge would take over and drive more folks to discover or re-discover Country music. The station I worked for the longest was Y100 here in S.A. and we were strong with our Country Dozen (that’s 12 Country Favorites Back To Back) and giving away Y100 Dollar Bills with Bossy The Cash Cow...your cue to call was the sound of a cash register followed by Bossy mooing. I think the ultimate Garth song is his very first single Much Too Young (To Feel This Old) and when it first released it stalled on the charts and was on its way down. Garth decided to tackle the promotion of the record himself. One day Garth shows up by himself to see me and the best PD I ever had, Scott Huskey. I did middays and was the music coordinator. We went in to the production room, listened to the song, sat around. One of my favorite bits of memorabilia is a picture I took with Garth that day. No one knew how huge he was going to blow up. Forward one year and At Y100s 3rd Birthday Party we had a concert in the parking lot of the now defunct Central Park Mall...our air staff had the pleasure of singing Friends In Low Places with him. I doubt anyone else ever got to do that. How I wish I had a pic of that. Subsequent concerts had us taking listeners backstage and meeting Garth...he did it up right. He is as genuine as he seems...would cue his crew to bring out stacks of shirts...to hand them out...make it a great experience. What a class act. I even had him tape my home telephone answering machine message. Boy, did that blow a few minds. Garth became big because he combined great Country music with Rock and Roll sensibilities and showmanship. Mark Carrillo

LESLIE WAYNE HODGES (Marshall, TX) Hi Jim, Sure would like to be working with you and the others from the WFAA 570/ 820 days of radio. Hopefully the WFAA investor owners the second time around would realize what they truly have. Which is the on air talent is very much a gift to the WFAA 570/ 820 listeners. Where I am right now in Marshall at the Weisman, American Idol auditions are going on. Then the twelve selected today go to Shreveport next Saturday then from their on to Denver to perform before The Judges then to the American Idol Stage. Leslie Wayne Hodges

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday June 27th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday June 30th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Phil Spector puts instrumentals on the B sides of 45 rpm records so DJs won't flip records over from the A sides.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Book Value. Hi, Do you ever sleep? I hear sleep is good for the health if you don't do too much of it like Rip Van winkle. I ordered a few books from Alibris, since I needed to review, etc. I bought American Folksong, Woody Guthrie; Westminster Dictionary of Christian Ethics edited by John Chilton, and Marguerite de Angeli's Book of Nursery and Mother Goose Rhymes. Some of the Nursery Rhymes mean more as an adult. I am enjoying my HD radio from Radio Shack since I like KLUV 98.7-2 with their oldies from the 50's with no advertising, I wonder how long that will last. I still find good radio to enjoy but then I am the type that likes to scan for stations also. ARB would never ask me to fill a dairy...wait they have changed their methodology? I don't think they would find my listening to WGN, WBBM, WLS, and WSM of much interest. Also Cuba has been putting in a strong signal on 720 and 890 at night the past few nights here. I enjoy the campesinos and salsa music from their stations. Charles

RONALD REAGAN [40th U.S. President] (February 6, 1911–June 5, 2004) One of the traditional methods of imposing statism or socialism on a people has been by way of medicine.

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June 24, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #677

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TONIGHT SHOW CO-HOST DIES!

According to NBC News on the Today show this Tuesday morning, June 23, 2009 Johnny Carson's former Tonight show co-host Ed McMahon dies. The 86-year-old TV personality Ed McMahon enters the hospital in early 2009 for treatment of pneumonia plus other ailments. We fondly remember him with his legendary H-e-e-e-e-re’s Johnny. He becomes a star in his own right on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson from 1962 to 1992. For decades, Ed sets up jokes and skits for Johnny Carson. As we look back, his trademark laughter brings smiles to our faces even right now. Howard Bragman, Ed's publicist, tells the Associated Press that Ed McMahon dies after a long battle with cancer shortly after midnight at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center surrounded by his wife, Pam, and other family members.

REPORTER ESCAPES

An article by Mark Magnier in the LA Times affirms that 41 year old NY Times reporter David Rohde escapes from his Taliban captors in Afghanistan after 7 months in captivity. David bases his reports from Islamabad, Pakistan. The report says that Mark jumps over a wall and flees the compound where the Taliban holds him. After he gains his freedom on Friday night the 41 year old Rohde tells his wife that he and his interpreter Tahir Ludin escape their captors in the North Waziristan region but that their driver, Asadullah Mangal, asks to remain behind. The Taliban abducts the trio on November 10, 2008 in Afghanistan's Lowgar province, which is about 60 miles south of the Afghan capital, Kabul. They go there to interview a Taliban commander.

MOLL NEW GM

Trustees of public television proclaim that William Moll is the new interim President/GM of KLRN TV in San Antonio, TX. William takes over on October 1, 2009 from Joanne Winik, who announces in February that she retires after 22 years as head of the station. Joanne joins KLRN TV in 1972. Moll returns to KLRN after his time as CEO of Clear Channel Television. William is part of the team that founds KLRN TV in 1962. He is station manager from 1964-69.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who replaces Tom Snyder on his CNBC talk-show show in 1995? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•23 IRANIAN JOURNALISTS under arrest after presidential election dispute chaos. •APPLE sells more than 1 million iPhone 3G S during its debut weekend which is well ahead of analyst expectations. •SAN DIEGO NFL CHARGERS re-sign with Clear Channel Rock KIOZ FM (105.3) [ex KITT] & shipmate Sports/Talk KLSD-1360 (XTRA Sports) [ex KGB] for less cash, but more sales for the team. •ONLINE BROADCASTERS ASSOCIATION (OBA) that represents webcasters, podcasts, and other digital audio companies changes its name to Digital Broadcasters Association (DBA).

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 FARON YOUNG's single Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young reaches #1 on the Billboard country chart on June 18th. •1967 JEFF CEASE guitar with Blues-rock band Black Crowes born in Nashville, TN on June 24th. •1973 LORETTA LYNN's on the cover of Newsweek magazine on June 18th: The Country Music Craze. •1980 JESSICA TAYLOR singer with Pop group Liberty X born in Preston, Lancashire on June 23rd. •1994 NEAL MCCOY's Wink begins 4 weeks at #1 in Billboard on June 18th. •2007 ERNEST [Doc] PAULIN Jazz trumpet player with the Paulin Brass Band dies on November 20th.

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TOM ASWELL (Denham Springs, LA) Jim: ...my book...scheduled for publication in the fall. The publisher has asked that I begin a second book to deal with the history of Louisiana’s independent recording studios, record labels, record producers, and radio. All those were covered in the original book but because of length considerations, they had to be taken out, so they’re basically written already but I would like to expand on some of those areas. That’s where I need your help. With your widespread readership, I would ask that you send out the message that I need any former Louisiana deejays please contact me at my email address (Thomas.Aswell@LA.GOV) to give me their thoughts and perceptions about where radio has gone since the golden era of the 50s and 60s as well as some of their memories of their radio days, including some of the pranks they may have pulled on each other. I’m also very much interested in the history of radio news coverage, including anyone’s coverage of the Kennedy assassination. I can make the tie-in to the assassination because Dale & Grace ("I’m Leaving It Up to You") were on tour with Dick Clark’s Caravan of Stars at the time and actually waved at Kennedy as he passed them in his motorcade in Dallas only minutes before he was shot. This is history, Jim, and it’s very important that I obtain as much feedback as possible from the radio veterans out there. Please don’t forget to regale me with your own stories and experience, as well as your opinions about the current status of radio. I really appreciate your help on this. Regards, Tom Aswell

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COLONEL ST. JAMES (Houston, TX) Hey Jim, I saw that, like me, you are also a nominee for the Texas Radio Hall Of Fame. Pretty cool, huh?!? I hope I can count on your vote and support, as well as the votes and support of all your readers. It would be so great if you and I could both get in this year! Thanks, Jim!! Aloha, Colonel St. James (www.colonelstjames.com) / (www.facebook.com/col.stjames) Listen 7pm til 12Mid CT online at www.kkrw.com!

JRRR seems to serve as just a promoter of other nominees into the TRHoF but I welcome your votes very much.

LESLIE WAYNE HODGES (Marshall, TX) Jim, Great to hear from you. We are melting here in Marshall. There is an American Idol Audition for 100 every: 30 seconds Saturday June 20, 2009 in downtown Marshall across from The Weisman antique store. I guess they are going to audition on the street. Plus the Old Courthouse here in Marshall opens to the public this Saturday June 20. Amazing, my apartment here in Marshall Texas is cooler now than in the winter time. Maybe because my neighbors were burning their heat. Roy E. Henderson's AM 1090 KNUZ Bellville, Texas in Austin County last I heard is still open for someone to have this 250 watt clear channel daytime frequency. From what I hear there is no building and no property. Just paper and some equipment somewhere. Someone might call KULF FM in Brenham if they are interested. The FCC last I heard wants to Keep AM 1090 serving Bellville Texas. I am looking forward to returning to Bellville Texas and somewhere inside Austin County Texas. It was refreshing while I was with AM 1090 KNUZ in Bellville in their 11x14 transmitter studio office June 1997 to April 2000. Leslie Wayne Hodges

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) I have an LP I picked up at the Goodwill on Singleton for 45 cents: Pacific Jazz Record Disc Jockey Edition. It is a sampler with different artists. It has "When Your Lover Has Gone", Bud Shank with Strings. I played it after reading you column. Also it had "Little Girl Blue", Bud Shank and Trombones. In the group of the Three Trombones: Bud Shank, Alto Sax; Maynard Ferguson, Bob Enevoldsen and Stu Williamson, valve trombones; Claude Williamson, piano; Joe Mondragon, bass; Shelly Manne, drums. I got to hear Maynard Freguson when he did a concert in the lobby at El Centro. But he played trumpet in his concert. He had a hit at the time with a movie. I was looking through a book I have: "How To Play The 5-string Banjo", Pete Seeger. He gives the advice to have fun and experiment but don't expect others to want to listen or enjoy your experiments anymore than a cook wanting to show off his new avant-garde creation from the kitchen. Silence Is Golden... I own a couple of different instruments but most people have only seen me play the guitar or my soprano recorder. The others I play for my own enjoyment or with others who want to have fun and try out ideas... Best regards, Charles George

MEG FULLWOOD [Public Relations Manager KERA] (Dallas, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#673) June 15, 2009 [Monday] This is great! Thank you. Meg Fullwood; Public Relations Manager; KERA

TRIVIA ANSWER: Charles Grodin replaces Tom Snyder on his CNBC talk-show show in 1995.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Really enjoyed the lengthy description of your early radio days as you dispatched to me on 6/14; much like mine too & I determine you should place these word-pictures in book form for all to read. Many thanks for your insight as I re-read several times. Ah those hazy, crazy, days of radio! Make it a cool weekend. BOB & Sonny Lee

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Jim I still think you should charge for a subscription to your news letter. I'd buy. I bet everyone else would too. I can't wait to get your latest. Barry Kilgore; Family Law Radio (www.familylawradio.org) barry@familylawradio.org / barrykilgore@hotmail.com

SIR WALTER SCOTT (1771-1832) Every hour has its end.

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June 22, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #676

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LEGENDARY TV ANCHOR VERY ILL

Reports come in that long-time CBS News anchor whom we know as the most trusted man in America is gravely ill. Details are sketchy on the current health of 92 year old Walter Cronkite. But according to Newsday rumors that Cronkite is ill surface a few weeks ago when CBS begins to make phone calls to some of Walter's colleagues to give their reflections on his life. CBS asserts at the time that there is some miscommunication and that Cronkite was fine. Beginning in 1962, Cronkite anchors the CBS Evening News and remains for 19 years. He reports the Kennedy assassination in November, 1963; Vietnam War; the landing of the first man on the moon in July, 1969 and the Watergate cover up long before around-the-clock cable TV news appears on the scene. In March 1981, Walter retires from his anchor chair. Dan Rather becomes the new CBS News anchor. The St. Joseph, MO native begins his long career on the WWII battlefield as a UPI correspondent. In 1950, he joins CBS Radio as a Washington correspondent. In 1962, he becomes anchor of the then 15-minute CBS Evening News. In 1963, the CBS Evening News expands to 30 minutes.

COWBOY GETS THE BIRD

Since 2003, Hall of Fame Dallas Cowboys QB Troy Aikman is the spokesman for Wingstop restaurant. Its base is in Richardson, TX. Andy Howard, EVP of marketing for Wingstop, signs Troy as their national mouthpiece to a new three-year extension contract. The bistro brags that it has 23 consecutive quarters of same-store sale increases since Aikman signs on as national spokesman. Wingstop also adds 420 restaurants across the USA. In a statement to the press Andy says, We are excited to continue our partnership with Troy. It’s rare to find a spokesperson that fits so perfectly with a brand, even after a nine-year relationship, but Troy’s enthusiasm for our brand and wings, as well as his stature in the sports industry, make him the ideal spokesman for Wingstop.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What title does David Letterman's high school classmates bestow upon him? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ALAN JACKSON receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2010. •JEFF MACKE leaves the CNBC building says TVNewser. Brian Steel spokesperson relates: Jeff is no longer with CNBC. We wish him all the best, and we thank him for his quality contributions. •FOX BUSINESS NETWORK still has low ratings numbers. Douglas A. McIntyre of 247WallSt.com reports: ...audience numbers have hardly budged in...eleven months. Fox Business is clearly in trouble. •BBC ends its 87-year monopoly of the license fee that generates around £3.5 million ($5.7 million) annually for the corporation.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 DOUG BROOKS born on June 19 in Marietta, GA flips name to Doug Stone to not confuse with Garth Brooks (I'd Be Better Off [In A Pine Box] #4-1990). •1964 TOMMY CUNNINGHAM drums with Scottish Pop quartet Wet Wet Wet born on June 22. •1971 JERRY REED's When You're Hot, You're Hot hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on June 19. •1981 ANTHONY COSTA singer with British boyband Blue born in Middlesex, England on June 23. •1999 GEORGE STRAIT's single Write This Down is #1 in Billboard on June 19. •2007 KELLY JOHNSON guitar/singer with British metal band Girlschool dies on July 15.

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GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook, CA) Jim, you trivia buff you...I believe it was Glenn Ford who was the school teacher in Blackboard Jungle. I, too, am a big Fats Domino fan. I once got fired for playing the flip side of a Fats two sided hit. We only listed one side for air play, but I mistakenly cued up wrong side. Fired for "Gross Insubordination" It was new ownership of an AFTRA union station, so they were looking for ways to get rid of the old staff. Loved Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps. I also remember my first DJ gig doing an all night show from a Supermarket window in the Dayton, Ohio suburbs; I was 17 at the time. I remember various motorcycle gangs & others coming in requesting ELVIS PRESLEY! I thought it was such a strange sounding name. Needless to say I immediately asked the station for a copy of Heartbreak Hotel. Like you, I was never a big Paul Anka fan. Annette is still holding on I hear. Very bad shape. Brando was peculiar. His early movies were not bad. Later on, he was only in it for the money. Gotta admit, his Godfather role was pretty special. Memories...to be continued. Gare Allyn

ROB RICHIE (Madison, WI) I am so grateful to you and all your followers who jumped in to help. That is the real Texas spirit that I grew up with and miss so very much. Again, I am very, very appreciative of this, and thank you from the bottom of my heart. If I can ever do anything for you, please let me know. I will continue to receive your postings, and will read them more carefully now. My best to you. Rob Richie

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Subject: Voting for TRHOF. Dear Jim, Just a timely reminder that people need to vote for their nominees for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. Anyone who hasn't joined still has time. Information is available at: www.trhof.com. The deadline for voting is July 18 by mail or fax. I'm very honored to be nominated with so many wonderful and talented people this year. J.C.

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HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Dear Jim, Congratulations on again being nominated for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. I hope all of the voting members that subscribe to "Jim Rose Remembers" cast their vote for you. I'd be thrilled to be runner up. Harold

TEXAS RADIO HALL OF FAME nominations come in for me in 2004, 2005, 2006 and another this year 2009 for behind the mic on TX top radio stations since 1965: KHFI FM, WFAA-820/570, KBOX-1480, KLIF-1190, KNUZ-1230, KULF-790, KILT FM, and KILT-610. But Captain Harold definitely deserves to be the next inductee in the 2009 TRHOF. We fans cannot wait for the return of Captain Harold to the Houston TV movie host screen.

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) The liberties of a people never were, nor ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them. Patrick Henry

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: Charlie Walker. Penny and I have enjoyed watching "Grand Old Opry Reunion" on RFD-TV and several times I noticed Charlie Walker sitting there in background. It brought me back to when he was a DJ on KMAC in San Antonio while I worked at KTSA. Several times we ran into each other at Willow Springs golf course. It got to be a pretty regular thing and we would plan our get togethers at the golf course. We just seemed to sort of hit it off. A few years later he recorded "Don't Squeeze My Sharmon". That was the end of our golf games. His career was rejuvenated in a big way and he took off for Nashville and the Grand Old Opry. It couldn't have happened to a nicer guy but golf wasn't near as much fun after that. It was with heavy heart that I heard of his passing last fall. It's been over 40 years but I can still clearly see his smiling face and hear his laughter out there on the golf course. He will be missed.

SUMMER 1967 as the noon-3 pm DJ on KPCN-730 in my hometown Dallas, TX is where I play Charlie Walker's hot new hit tune Don't Squeeze My Sharmon. Sounds great in Power rotation right out of the news. KPCN is such a wonderful radio station with a fine staff full of talent. Real radio. Miss it very much.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday June 20th. 3PM-6PM PDT - 6PM-9PM EDT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California...streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09. (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: High school students in Broad Ripple, IN vote fellow classmate David Letterman the Class Smart Alec.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, From the summer of 1960, between the 1st and second grades, until I started the 7th grade I played the violin. I never did get very far. I preferred to play recordings by others than practice. The violin takes more practice than the other instruments I have tried to play. Anyway, Friday I bought a violin I found at a pawn shop at the corner of Buckner and I-30. I realized that it would not be an easy task to learn to play; however; I have already learned to play a few scales and the tune My Bonnie Lies Over The Ocean. It helps keeping my mandolin near by since it is tuned the same as the violin but has frets making it easier to play, but you can't bow a mandolin... I like making home grown music I think the consolidation of the media is bad for performers, etc. I will never be a super star but it is fun to talk with others about music and other topics. I have started cooking fish on my George Foreman Grill. I like to cook fish and then have some rice on the side. Charles

JOAN of ARC (1412-1431) I am not afraid... I was born to do this.

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June 19, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #675

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY WEEKEND!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

VENTURES FOUNDER EXPIRES

One of the co-founders of the legendary guitar-theme Rock band The Ventures passes away at 75. In 1959, Bob Bogle puts together The Ventures with Don Wilson when they are bricklayers. Probably two of their most famous hit tunes are Walk - Don't Run and The Theme From Hawaii Five-O. When I have wrist surgery in 1960 a high school friend brings a copy of The Ventures hit tune Walk - Don't Run. So that tune holds a special significance to me. The Ventures record many record albums. Most of them are in my LP collection. Don Wilson says that Bob suffers from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and he dies on Sunday, June 14, 2009 in a local Vancouver, WA hospital. Don remembers, I never had a brother, but he's the brother I never had...he was much more than a brother to me. He was one of the kindest men I ever met. The original members of The Ventures are: Bogle - lead guitar, Wilson - rhythm guitar, Nokie Edwards - bass and Skip Moore - drums. Howie Johnson later replaces Skip on drums. The Ventures big guitar sound first hits Billboard's singles chart in 1960 with Walk - Don’t Run which zooms to #2 nationally. John Fogerty of Creedence Clearwater Revival inducts The Ventures into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008: That song started a whole new movement in rock 'n' roll. The sound of it became 'surf music' and the audacity of it empowered guitarists everywhere. Don Wilson says Any guitar player would tell you, Bob is the most unique-sounding guitar player ever. The way he used to do the whammy bar - that vibrato bar. He kept his little finger on it while he played it all the time. He'd make it sound, like at the end of a chord, Wow-wow. We were the first ones to ever get recognized for doing anything like that. When you heard him play, you knew it was him. Bob Bogle leaves behind his wife, Yumi; children, Gary, Mike, Paul, Kathy, Randy and Brandon; brothers, Clarence, Dennis and Curtis; sister, Sybil; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private funeral is on Friday, June 19th.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the first double record album? The answer appears below.

CMT MUSIC AWARDS Country comedian Bill Engvall hosts the CMT Music Awards on Tuesday night, June 16, 2009. The big winner of the evening is Brad Paisley who walks away with a field-leading three trophies. Taylor Swift receives the female video prize with her Love Story. Trey Fanjoy who is her video director wins Director of the Year. Taylor also wins the overall best video prize, also for Love Story. As I watch the event it's mighty difficult to determine which are real Country tunes or is it a Rock'n'Roll revue with flashy lights, shiny outfits and big dance show routines?

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY on Friday, June 19, 2009 to Country radio programming and marketing broadcast media professional consultant Joel Raab. •PEANUTS comic strip celebrates its 60th anniversary. Retailers, licensees and promotional partners from around the world join in on its celebration throughout the remainder of 2009 and 2010. •ABC's 20/20 with American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert and Fox News' Glenn Beck averages 5.98 million Total Viewers. This makes it ABC's #1 show for the night. •SIRIUS XM satellite radio passes on monthly copyright royalty fees to its subscribers. What's new pussycat?

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 ANN WILSON lead singer of Seattle, WA Rock band Heart born on June 19th. •1966 BRUCE ROBISON singer-songwriter (Tim McGraw - Angry All The Time & The Dixie Chicks - Travelin Soldier) born in Bandera, TX. •1970 BRIAN [Head] WELCH guitar with Korn born on June 19th in Torrance, CA. •1988 RANDY TRAVIS' I Told You So strikes #1 on Billboard's Country chart on June 12th. •1993 SAMMY CAHN award winning lyricist/musician/Songwriters Hall of Fame dies at 79 on January 15th in Los Angeles, CA. •2004 TERRI CLARK first female born in Canada to join the Grand Ole Opry on June 12th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Hey Jim, has anyone heard from Al Sharpton on the Letterman/Palin controversy? I mean he led the charge to get Imus fired for a similar joke about that female basketball team...oh my goodness I forgot Palin is only half native American/Caucasian and I guess Letterman's defenders overlook that it was her 14 yr old daughter who was at the game with Sarah. Letterman should at least suffer the punishment of eating moose meat raw.

SUKOSHI RICE (Blairsville, GA) Hi Jim/James, Are you the same James Rose who was Miles' r.m.? If you tell me that, I will tell you my story about that James Rose. Thanks for your emails, Sukoshi Rice; Master Usui Reiki; Licensed Massage Therapist; Relax & Breathe Wellness Center; Blairsville, GA. The Lord respects me when I work, but He loves me when I sing. -R.Tagore

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ANDY CARR (San Antonio, TX) George, Thanks for responding to my comments in Jim Rose's paper. It is so good to hear from you. I also remember and liked "Howard Eddards," as he sometimes referred to himself jokingly, but my tribute is only to you, so take a bow and accept the accolades: You were a pure radio personality. You entertained and I admired you for that. Unlike some of the trash talking morning jocks of today you carried your large audience because they liked and respected you, the funny and crazy things you said and did, and the music you played. I have also felt like a forgotten entity at times although I was the only jock in San Antonio playing country music at night on KMAC for many years starting in 1965. If anyone listened to country music at night (and would admit it) in San Antonio they had to be listening to me. My former listeners hardly ever acknowledge the KMAC years and only seem to remember when I worked at KBER and KBUC. It is great when someone acknowledges that they remember us. I worked weekends at KKYX when I was attending graduate school at OLLU back in 1989-1990: A female listener called and said she had been listening to me since she was fifteen. When I ask her current age she said "forty five." It only takes one of them every once in a while to make it all mean something. George I've been listening to you since I was in my twenties. Thanks for those years of good performance. I don't think I ever met you but I felt like I knew you. That was the magic of good radio work. Oops sorry, I didn't mean to say "Magic." Best Regards, Andy Carr, A devoted listener.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: Thanks. Hi Andy, Your kind words in Jim Rose's column were greatly appreciated by this old man. Howard Edwards on KONO and I on KTSA combined carried over 70% of the morning drive audience for many years in San Antonio. Of course, that was when the ratings system was structured much different than now but very few two morning jocks had numbers like that even in those days. When I read about all the great radio people of the past I seem to be a forgotten entity, almost as if I never existed. It is gratifying to see that someone remembers me. Thanks, George Lester

MEG FULLWOOD [Public Relations Manager KERA] (Dallas, TX) Thanks for adding me to your email list! I came across your Web site doing some research for media outlets that cover radio. Glad to know you’re just down the road in Houston! FYI, I’m usually the person pushing the press releases. Deb gets so much email, I don’t know if she would want more. But I certainly do! And will keep you abreast of the changes here as plans for the radio station move forward. All the best, Meg Fullwood; Public Relations Manager; KERA

DEBORAH JOHNSON [Senior VP Marketing KERA] (Dallas, TX) KERA Acquires 91.7 FM. KERA spent 18 months working to address all purchase and programming considerations, complete a thorough business review and secure financing. Dan Routman, Chairman of KERA’s Board of Directors, said, "The decision to purchase 91.7 FM was made by KERA’s Board of Directors. KERA sought competitive financing and was able to negotiate favorable terms even in today’s economic environment." Financing was secured from nonprofit-focused lenders. KERA purchased 91.7 FM from Covenant Educational Media, Inc.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday June 20th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday June 22nd. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Many believe that the first double record album is Freak Out by The Mothers Of Invention, which hits the stores in 1967.

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Subject: Real radio. You wanna hear real Top 40 radio? Check out TKO Radio Network's Classic Top 40. Some of the best personalities ever! The afternoon guy, Eric Chase, is one of the best! Eric, Paul, it took me awhile to click on it (the terminal CRS) didn't help but if I may go valley girl...totally awesome! Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio (www.familylawradio.org) On Am 700 KSEV - The Voice of Texas Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM CDT, streamed globally at www.ksevradio.com, listener lines 281-558-5738, #ksev free on Verizon.

SIDNEY SHELTON (February 11, 1917-January 30, 2007) I think people throughout the world identify with my characters.

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June 17, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #674

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROY ROGERS RIDES THE MOVIE SCREEN AGAIN!

Popular Cowboy King from the 1940s to the 1960s who helps raise us as kids returns to the movie screens in a film trilogy. Roy Rogers is the King of the Cowboys. He is the top Western box office star from 1943-1954. Roy makes more than 88 films with his wife Dale Evans and fabulous Palomino horse Trigger. Rogers even produces and stars in 100 episodes of his own TV show. Roy Rogers appears on more than 400 licensed items and sells 120 million comic books. Roy Rogers returns to the big screen in a film trilogy that launches by financier/producer 821 Entertainment. With its base in Nashville, TN the company partners with the Roy Rogers Family Entertainment Corporation to launch a "King of the Cowboys" film trilogy along with animated TV, interactive game and merchandise efforts. Eric Geadelmann CEO of 821 Entertainment Group assures us fans that this is not a biopic, and will not be a traditional Western, but rather a family fantasy adventure. Roy Rogers, Dale Evans and Trigger are quintessential figures of America, and we will introduce this franchise to a new audience while capitalizing on the millions of Roy Rogers fans worldwide.

CHARLESTON RADIO DOES THE SHUFFLE

Several moves in and out of the Charleston, SC radio market happens in the past few years. The latest dance step occurs when Apex Broadcasting WSPO FM goes on the air as Classic Hits FM 95.9. This only happens because of these changes: WNKT FM (107.5) moves into the Columbia market, WMGL FM (107.1) flips to 107.3 and WAVF FM (96.1) and WKZQ FM (101.7) Myrtle Beach swap frequencies.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What important clause does the Beach Boys have in their contract? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•IRAN suppresses media coverage after marchers protest the presidential election which is in dispute. Iranian police in riot gear plus weapons with live ammo threaten any more gatherings. •UNIVERSAL MUSIC in the UK partners with Virgin Media for an unlimited music download subscription service. •THE VERONICAS Untouched hits #1 in Ireland. •FRANCE's Canal Plus Group expands beyond Europe and French-speaking Africa into Asia as it signs a joint satellite TV venture with Vietnamese public broadcaster VTV.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 DON GIBSON writes 2 Country Classics I Can't Stop Loving You and Oh Lonesome Me on June 7th at his home in an East Tennessee trailer park. •1969 KEVIN THORNTON singer with R&B quartet Color Me Badd born on June 17th. •1976 CRYSTAL GAYLE'S I'll Get Over You is her 1st #1 Country single in Billboard on June 12th. •1983 LEE RYAN former lead singer with British Boy Band Blue born on June 17th. •1994 BROOKS & DUNN'S That Ain't No Way To Go rises to #1 on Billboard's Country singles chart on June 12th. •2005 SERGIO ENDRIGO Popular Italian singer dies on September 7th.

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DERRILL E. HOLLY (Arlington, VA) Hey buddy, YES, You will survive the heat. And you will survive the loss of your best friend. Jim Rose has a special sense of toughness that has always allowed you to keep a smile and good vibes even when life has been c***. You’ve got so many people who have great memories of their contact with you, it means you have been able to navigate this very tough business without making a lot of enemies. That says a lot about your character Jim. People would not genuinely care about you if you hadn’t made your mark so positively over the years. Jim Rose has no quit in him. Life does go on, and you are gonna be okay, even as you adjust to the changes thrown your way. This ain’t a kick in the b***, just my way of saying wait for the bounce and you’ll be cool. If you haven’t let your health put you down, you ain’t gonna let your mood do it to you. That would be so unlike Jim Rose.

SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) Thanks for the note. I was thinking how well you write. you really have a talent. Perhaps a book on Jim Rose remembers radio? It could be an edit of works past or a complete new bit. Just a thought. Have a great weekend. Sam (www.ZeitgeistCorp.org)

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MEG FULLWOOD [Public Relations Manager KERA] (Dallas, TX) Subject: KERA Acquires 91.7 FM in Dallas - Also Jim Rose Remembers Radio News. Hi Jim: Please sign me up! And here’s our good news from Dallas. Meg Fullwood; 3000 Harry Hines Blvd.; Dallas, TX 75201

DEBORAH JOHNSON [Senior VP Marketing KERA] (Dallas, TX) KERA Acquires 91.7 FM. North Texas Multimedia Organization Adds New Public Radio Station DALLAS/FORT WORTH - North Texas Public Broadcasting, Inc. (KERA) announced today that it has purchased the non-commercial radio license 91.7 FM, a full-market station with broadcast coverage in greater Dallas, Fort Worth and Denton. "This acquisition allows KERA to significantly advance its mission and strategic direction by increasing public media services for the people of North Texas," says Mary Anne Alhadeff, KERA’s President & CEO. "The new station will be a public radio music format programmed with the North Texas audience in mind. It will be a terrific complement to KERA’s news and information station 90.1 FM and a substantial addition to KERA’s overall multimedia services for the public." The new station will begin broadcasting its full schedule in the fall of 2009. KERA has yet to select a name for the new station. The programming on 91.7 FM will be within the public radio "Triple A" (Adult Album Alternative) music format with diverse, adult-oriented playlists covering a broad spectrum of music such as folk, acoustic, world music, alternative and indie rock and country.

GENE THOMAS (Houston, TX) Hello Jim, Got your email. Sorry to disappoint you, but I'm not the singer/songwriter Gene Thomas you're thinking about. I'm the Gene Thomas a retired radio and television announcer originally from Birmingham, Alabama and now living in Houston. I meet Gene Thomas (the singer) thirty-five years ago in Nashville, thru legendary Houston record man Pappy Daily. Gene is a very nice East Texas fellow...place put me on your list. Sincerely, Gene Thomas

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Subject: Gene Thomas. Jim: Bio - Gene Thomas is a singer/songwriter who has written and recorded several hit songs. Gene arrived on the music scene in 1961 with his hit recording of "Sometimes", which happened to be his first recording ever in a recording studio. Over the years he had several hit records as a recording artist and as a songwriter. He teamed up with Debbe Neville and they recorded as Gene and Debbie, with hits such as "Playboy", "Loving Season", and several more. Gene has had songs recorded by Don Gibson, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, Everly Brothers, Dean Martin, Tina Turner, Eddie Raven, Freddy Fender, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Kenny Rogers, Lonnie Mack, Roy Orbison Sue Thompson, Toni Jolene, Carl Smith, George Hamilton IV, Buffy St.Marie, Mickey Gilley, Charlie McClain, Nat Stuckey, Connie Smith, Johnny Lee, Charlie Louvin, Dottie West, Doug Sahm , The Gentrys ,Glen Barber and many others. Thank you. Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio barry@familylawradio.org (www.familylawradio.org) On Am 700 KSEV - The Voice of Texas, Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM CDT, streamed globally at www.ksevradio.com, listener lines 281-558-5738, #ksev free on Verizon

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Bernie Waterman, former owner of KTSA/KTFM told me in 1972, he forgot to renew the license for KTFM. It was that low on his list of things to do.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Beach Boys have a clause in their contract that any sell out concerts must report to all industry related magazines and newspapers.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Couple of "Tips-of-the-Hat" to share, RE: Issue 656, 5/6/09: (1) Sammi Smith got her only GOLD record award in 1971 for her hit, "Help Me Make It Through The Night," & her only GRAMMY too. It was also reported that she moved to Dallas in 1973. (so she has a TX connection) Smith died @61 on 2/12/2005 in OKC. Soul Stirrers death of member J. Taylor; the founder of that famous group, Robert H. Harris, B. in Trinity, TX in 1916 & died in Chicago, on 9/3/2000 AND the famous pop singer, Sam Cooke (1/22/31-12/11/64 @33 in L.A.) was a member of the Soul Stirrers from age 20 to 26. In early 60's I had pleasure of being MC for his show in Tampa (after picking him up @ airport & doing live broadcast interview) & 2 yrs later I had opportunity to bring him on stage at The Mosque, Richmond, VA. Just some added tid-bits of interest. BOB & Sonny Lee

GEORGE BERNARD SHAW (1856-1950) A government that robs Peter to pay Paul can always depend on the support of Paul.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 15, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #673

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

DIGITAL TV REPLACES ANALOG

TVNewsday reports there is no major disruption during the switch from analog TV to the new DTV. As TV stations shut off their analog service and convert to digital signals, the FCC says that out of the 317,450 calls its hotline receives on D Day Friday, June 12, 2009 nearly 30% are about the operation of digital converter boxes and not what to do now that their TV screens fizzle. Read all about it at www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/06/13/daily.1/

GOOD TV NEWS

On Sunday, June 14, 2009 Hubbard Broadcasting ABC affiliate KSTP TV CH5 Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN begins its newscast broadcasts in high definition. KSTP TV debuts its new news set with a new news graphic presentation. KSTP TV also announces additions to its personnel. Effective June 15, Bill Lunn anchors the 5, 6 and 10 pm newscasts with co-anchor Leah McLean. Bill arrives from WMC TV Memphis, TN. Megan Newquist anchors the 4:30 pm edition of 5 Eyewitness News. Newquist comes from WTVQ TV Lexington, KY. Rebekah Wood, former co-host of Twin Cities Live, joins the KSTP TV morning news team with Art Barron and Vineeta Sawkar. More good news. Philly TV and Radio reports that in Philadelphia, PA Matt Yalloff former Comcast SportsNet (CSN) reporter and anchor becomes a part of Major League Baseball network.

GRACIE GOES HOLLYWOOD

After more than 30 years in NYC, the American Women in Radio & Television’s annual Gracie Awards moves to Los Angeles, CA in 2010. The 35th anniversary event takes place on May 25, 2010 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. April Williams CNN Radio correspondent recently receives the 2009 Gracie Award during ceremonies at the NY Marriott Marquis. Williams wins the prestigious award for Outstanding Investigative Program by AWRT for her series, America’s Dirty Little Secret, which features human trafficking here in America. In 1975, the Gracies begins its quest to encourage realistic and faceted portrayal of women in entertainment, commercials, news and other programs.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What sparks the 1992 L.A. riots? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WMFS FM Modern Rock (93X) Entercom Memphis, TN flips to (ESPN 92.9) as a simulcast of sister Sports WSMB-680. Both air ESPN Radio also University of Tennessee and St. Louis Cardinals PBP. •DRG ACQUISITION (Max Media and Denver Holdings) buys 2 Denver, CO radio stations for $12M in a bankruptcy sale: KONN FM Bennett, CO and KTNI FM Strasburg, CO. •SCREEN ACTORS GUILD (SAG) approves a 2-year feature-primetime contract with a 77% yes vote after a year of anger, in-fighting & rancor. •JERRY DEMINK exits as VP of CNN Radio after 21 years. SR producer Tyler Moody sits in while CNN does a search.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 JAMIESON [Junior] BROWN uses self-designed guit-steel for the CMA Video Award for My Wife Thinks You're Dead born on June 12th in Kirksville, IN. •1963 SCOTT ROCKENFIELD drummer with Heavy Metal quintet Queensryche born on June 15th.•1973 DOLLY PARTON records Jolene on June 12th at RCA Studio B in Nashville, TN. •1985 NADINE COYLE Irish singer for pop group Girls Aloud born on June 15th. •1992 KATHY MATTEA has vocal cord surgery from Nashville's Dr. Robert Ossoff on June 12th. •2005 RENALDO [Obie] BENSON singer with The Four Tops (Can't Help Myself #1-1965) dies on July 1st.

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SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) Hi Jim, Do you remember Walt "Baby Love" Shaw from KILT or CKLW? Well, he was my DJ in New York at WXLO and WBLS and was an original partner with me for WILD in Boston. He also was at R&R for a long time and currently has two shows with Westwood One. Anyway, I emailed him your Jim Rose Remembers link yesterday. The reason I'm telling you all this is he has a book published with Howard Books, a division of Simon & Schuster. Check with him to see if he has a contact. Walt's info email waltblove@gmail.com. Hope this is useful. And PayPal is free for a donation button. Stay up. Sam (www.ZeitgeistCorp.org)

SHANE BERNARD (Avery Island LA) Subject: Re: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#670) June 08, 2009 [Monday] Yeah, the current state of radio is pathetic, needless to say. Shane K. Bernard, Ph.D.; Historian & Curator; McIlhenny Company; Corporate HQ; General Delivery; Avery Island LA 70513

JOYCE WEBSTER [JC] (Mena, AR) Dear Jim, I'm afraid it has taken me a little while to get around to letting you know how happy I am that your friends from JRRR are working together to get you a new Akita! I certainly want to be a part...thought I had lost Billy T's email, but I hadn't. My prayers have been that you get the desires of your heart regarding your new pet. I think it is absolutely wonderful what Billy, Chuck and others are doing. A little foot to our prayers!!! I've contacted Billy tonight and told him to send me Chuck's address ASAP, forward him my email or whatever is the fastest. Guess you had best start thinking about a name for your new arrival, Jim. It makes me smile just to think about what you will go through with a new little Akita!!! Too bad we can't all give you a "baby shower" as that would really be fun. Take care, JC

TOM ASWELL (Denham Springs, LA) Subject: Louisiana Rocks! The True Genesis of Rock and Roll! Jim, here is the web page for my book. (www.louisianarockstomaswell.com/) Would appreciate it if you could attach the link to your dispatches. Thanks, Tom Aswell, author: Louisiana Rocks: The True Genesis of Rock & Roll...Jim Rose's puppy fund: I’m in for $50. Please provide me an address where I can send my check.

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BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) You might want to alter my letter to include Chuck's Email address. (ckdunaway@consolidated.net) I have five promises from the people I contacted personally. Jim, I think all your readers will agree that you need a new puppy. When we spoke earlier, you said they're around $300 dollars. I looked online and it's more like $500 and up. I've talked to the few people I know who read your column and they are anxious to help out. If we can find 8 to 10 more people to chip in 30 bucks or less we should be able to raise the money. I want to thank Chuck Dunaway who has agreed to collect the money. I will also help out with shipping if needed. Jim, please print this note so your readers know of the effort. All we ask is that you name the dog after us. Just kidding. All the best! Billy t

TEJAS my precious Akita girl doggie dies unexpectedly at 5 am on Friday morning, May 8, 2009. Contact Billy Thorman at BillyThorman@aol.com or billythorman@isupporttexasmusic.com. Chuck Dunaway's email address is ckdunaway@consolidated.net.

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Having moved to Dallas from L.A. via Oklahoma City, didn't have the romantic entanglements that you experienced but I did date a few Big D beauties and married the last one. I dated a girl, Kay Sutton, who was Miss Dallas Texan, (the old football team). She moved to Hollywood and dated a Warner Bros. contract player, Ty Hardin, an Aggie, who did a show called "Bronco' and in 1966, she graced the cover of Playboy plus the pin-ups inside Stephanie Schermerhorn was a TCU beauty who was one of the Homecoming Princesses...then on one of my routine stops at St. Paul Hospital, I saw a brunette beauty who was ER supervisor...we married nine months later. The late Dick Hitt loved to mention in the Dallas Times Herald who I was dating but that was part of the media page. There was a leggy blonde sales secretary at KLIF by the name of Ann duBlon...apparently she was rather successful in her sales card...ha...Jo Taylor was the ER supe...she wouldn't give me the time of day as she mis-trusted newsmen, cops and ambulance drivers. It took some ingenuity to even get her phone number. She knew Jack Ruby far better than I because she treated his strippers, exotic dancers to be PC...she said he was always a gentleman and very polite even asking if he could help, particularly when his bouncer came into the St. Paul ER with a bed spring in his gut. Long before I met Jo, I dated one of Gordon's live billboard girls (from Central Expressway) but I think she preferred deejays. I think Ben Laurie ended up dating her. GD (www.garydnews.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: On April 29, 1992 L.A. cops receive charges with acquittal in the beating of Rodney King. For 3 days riots cause the deaths of 54 people, looting of property, riots destroy hundreds of buildings.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday June 16th. 12Noon-3PM PDT 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-FM 88.1 Grand Junction, CO. Streaming on: http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday June 20th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. Twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

AUTHOR UNKNOWN It came to me that every time I lose a dog, they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog that comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all parts of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 12, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #672

CELEBRATE FLAG DAY ON SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2009! FLY OLE GLORY!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NEW DALLAS COWBOYS FOOTBALL STADIUM

For the upcoming 2009 NFL season the Dallas Cowboys vacate their famous hole in the roof Texas stadium in Irving, TX for a colossal world-beater new $1.1 billion retractable-roof arena in Arlington, TX. For that kind of money they should send limos to our homes to take us football fans to the showplace. To kick things off in typical Cowboys fashion George Strait, Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton perform the first concert at the new Cowboys Stadium on Saturday, June 6, 2009. The gorgeous Lee Ann Womack fills in for Julianne Hough who takes sick leave with laryngitis. What a fine show this is! George Strait leads with his new single Living for the Night from his upcoming album Twang which hits our favorite record stores in fall 2009. George Strait's next concert along with Blake Shelton and Julianne Hough is Friday, June 12 in Virginia Beach, VA. Be there! Be there!

SUMMARY OF LATEST TV ACTIONS

*The Californian: Newport Television KGET TV NBC CH17 (Kern Golden Empire Television) Bakersfield, CA staff gets mandatory furloughs. All employees take 10 unpaid days off in 2009. *The Star-Gazette: Newport Television WIVT TV ABC CH34 and WBGH TV NBC CH20 expand and consolidate news operations with 11 job cuts. WIVT TV & WBGH TV in Binghamton and WETM TV Elmira-Corning, NY markets begin to share the 6 pm Friday newscast, which the Elmira station produces. *The Grand Rapids Press: Gannett WZZM TV ABC CH13 cuts its weekend morning newscast because of the poor economy. Here's good news: *The Daily Gazette: Newport WXXA TV FOX CH23 adds an 11 PM newscast on June 29, 2009 on top of its current 10 and 10:30 news broadcasts. *Broadcast & Cable: Gannett WCSH TV NBC CH6 rules Portland, ME with a 17.0 household rating & 36 share in March 2009 which nearly triples its competitor's numbers. WCSH TV takes all races except primetime which goes to Sinclair WGME TV CBS CH13.

PGA CUTS PRIZE MONEY Sport Business International reports that the PGA tightens its $6.1 million purse to $5.6 million after its sponsor Stanford Financial Group cancels its title sponsorship of the event to 2016. Remember, Stanford goes through an $8 billion fraud investigation of its Texas financier Allen Stanford. The PGA releases a statement: While this is a reduction from the previously announced $6.1 million purse, we are pleased that, despite the absence of a title sponsor, the tournament will be staged thanks to the Memphis community partners. The St. Jude Classic golf tournament is from June 8-14, 2009 at TPC Southwind in Memphis, TN.

TRIVIA QUESTION: How many hit singles does Simon & Garfunkel have in their 5th and final album? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•RUSH LIMBAUGH receives the Freedom of Speech Award at the 12th annual Talkers magazine New Media Seminar June 5-6, 2009 at the Concierge Conference Center in NYC. He says that Obama and the liberals in the media won't shut him up. Rush is the first 2-time recipient of the coveted prestigious honor. •NORTH TEXAS PUBLIC BROADCASTING [NPR News-Talk KERA FM (90.1) Dallas, TX] buys KVTT FM Christian Talk (The Truth 91.7) from Covenant Educational Media for $18 Million. KVTT FM flips to AAA. •PETER DOOCY son of Fox & Friends co-host Steve Doocy joins FNC as a general assignment reporter in the NYC bureau.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 DONNIE VAN ZANDT founder and singer for Southern Rock band 38 Special born on June 11th. •1962 SKEETER DAVIS records The End of the World at RCA Studio B in Nashville, TN on June 8th. •1973 FAITH EVANS R&B singer (Soon As I Get Home #21-1996) born on June 10th. •1988 RICKY VAN SHELTON performs Somebody Lied and joins the Grand Ole Opry on June 10th. •1997 BARBARA (Monique Andrée Serf) popular French female singer dies on November 24th. •2004 MARTINA MCBRIDE's How Far video debuts on CMT on June 10th.

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DERRELL HOLLY (Arlington, VA) I’ve been enjoying your Terrestrial Radio series. You raise some interesting points, particularly for those of us who started in the business when the A-M band was still the place to be. It’s hard to believe that radio as we remember it lasted only a generation. We all owe so much gratitude the local impresarios who gave us our first breaks on local A-M stations more than 40 years ago. We all know talented programmers who believed quality control and standards would "make the business better" in the 70s and 80s. But those are the same guys who got run out of corporate broadcasting or threw up their hands and left over "one size fits all" programming. Fact is Jim, I don’t see how anyone could ever service the debt on some of these group-owned stations today if they ever decided to take it all back to local programming and local marketing. Sadly, the limited number of shifts still filled with local voices don’t offer much of a proving ground for developing talent to fill out a 24-7 air schedule. The industry has been downsized, outsourced and automated into near doom. Singer Tammy Wynette never stopped renewing her beautician’s license because she wanted to have something to fall back on. For all of us old broadcasters that’s a lesson that makes a lot of sense. Derrill E. Holly Arlington, VA

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LYNN WOOLLEY (Temple, TX) Subject: KLIF & Bruce Hughes. Jim, Was glad to see you mention Bruce Hughes in a recent column. You noted that Bruce is deceased; I never knew what became of him. Bruce's heyday was at KLIF, but John C. Butler hired him as news director when I was at KRLD -- around 1976 or so. Bruce's contemporary news style was a shock to some of the old guard at KRLD. It took me a while to get used to it as well. But Bruce and I generally got along, and when I won an AP award, Bruce hand-wrote on it: "Lynn, ALL your work at KRLD is award-winning to me." He framed the letter for me, and it still hangs at my house. I have fond memories of Bruce. Lynn (www.BeLogical.com)

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Subject: KLIF & Lee Harvey Oswald. The fund for Mrs. Tippitt was well over a hundred thousand...that was big money in those days. Someone also started a fund for Marina. I think she got well over $60,000. When she re-married Kenneth Jess Porter...in Fate, Texas, I chased them all over North Texas that night. She met him when he had ridden up on horse back to a party. I ran into her months later at Medallion. She was buying a recliner for Jess...when she saw me, she took off. But when I was at KRLD-TV, Barker wanted me to go to Gainesville to interview her and Porter. I got to her house before he got off work. She invited me in. I sat and visited with her and held Lee Harvey's kids on my lap and gave them all the change I had in my pocket. When Porter arrived, he was upset that I was in the house and said..."get out...now". I tried to reason with him but we left without the interview. Marina had agreed to talk with me on camera but he said...No. So, we didn't get the interview. And then there is the story of Lee Harvey's diary that Hugh Aynesworth managed to get his hands on. I asked him if he had his hands on Marina in order to get it...she had a pretty good reputation as being rather...well... Let's put it this way, I never found out. One of Jack's strippers, Penny Dollar, was my upstairs neighbor on Live Oak. I can't remember her real name...but she was a knock-out in a bikini. She asked me for an autographed picture since she listened to KLIF all the time. So I gave her one and she framed it and put it on her coffee table. Yes..Dallas was a big city but really a small town in those days. GD (www.garydnews.com)

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) As I remember, 106.1 was KTUF, smooth Jazz owned by Steve Atkin's owner of Atkin's Advertising agency in San Antonio. The call letters later changed to KESI. Later the signal moved to 106.7 and then KMMX. I know that because one of my goals was to take away their #1 25-54 status. We did so in three months. I know you miss Tejas and always will. Have you thought about getting a new pup? Do we need to take up a puppy fund? b

TRIVIA ANSWER: Simon & Garfunkel's 5th and final record album Bridge Over Troubled Water releases on January 26, 1970. It contains 3 other hits in addition to the title track: The Boxer, Cecilia and El Condor Pasa. The album is #1 both in the USA and Australia.

ANDY CARR (San Antonio, TX) Jim, it was good to see an email from George Lester. George had to be the craziest guy on radio in San Antonio. I listened to him every chance I got. As a country jock the music I listened to was rock, back when it made sense. I am always happy to hear from people. My email address is Imashrink@satx.rr.com. Andy Carr

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Everything went great last night when I did the preshow at the Texas Opry in Crockett. I did a half hour leading up to show time at 7:00 PM. I did all upbeat songs. The audience seemed to really come alive for the session. It was an absolute blast for me. The show producer said I "did a great job". I might get the gig. I'll just have to wait and see for now.

LES BROWN (1945-p) Shoot for the moon. If you miss, you'll land among the stars.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 10, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #671

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

R&R IS GONE!

The Radio & Records publication upon which we place our reliance for decades vanishes into thin air as of Friday, June 5, 2009. In 1973, founder Bob Wilson brings R&R to us. Remember Broadcasting magazine? In the 1960s, we buy the new Broadcasting annual each year because it lists all American radio stations plus new changes. Then it disappears. In 1973, R&R is the flashing new knight at the radio round table. It covers all aspects of radio and the music that we play on the air. R&R is a powerful publication but when chief competitor Nielsen Business Media, the owner of Billboard, buys R&R many of us see the handwriting on the wall. Here in Houston, TX when the Hearst corporation, owners of the Houston Chronicle, buys the Houston Post, which is my favorite of the two newspapers, the massive white Houston Post building at the intersection of the Southwest Freeway and Loop 610 becomes vacant. The Post paper tosses away like dust in the wind. This is what happens with R&R. Buy out the competition and delete it. R&R employees drop from more than 100 to just about 40 souls. Like Timex watches R&R keeps on ticking. We R&R fans rejoice but it's just a matter of time. Reminds me of the classic book by German World War I vet Erich Maria Remarque All's Quiet on the Western Front where its last lines mention soldiers on the battle field who trickle down to just one and then there is none. As of Friday, there is no more R&R. We need to treasure what we have because these things, too, might disappear right before our very own eyes. JRRR salutes all of the fine R&R employees for jobs well done. We wish you well.

TERRESTRIAL RADIO HAS AN IDEA!

Remember in the mid 1970s when FM begins to dominate the ratings, AM radio switches from music to talk? Enter the Telcom Law of 1996 which narrows down the ownership of multitudes of mom and pop owners to one giant - Clear Channel - with 1229 in its pack. In the 2000s, the invasion of satellite radio, iPods and other ways to receive music causes another panic on the airwaves. A blue light special takes place at Clear Channel as it hacks away well over half its radio stations. Others like ABC get completely out of radio except its Disney formats. In 2009, one by one the once assertive FM radio moves from music to talk. All of these experts in radio ownership, management and programming have absolutely no clue as to why listeners fade away. They cannot see the forest for the trees. It’s very simple. Return to what radio once is with local programs and programming, ditch the corporate music jukeboxes, toss the voice-tracks, send the music syndicators to Siberia. Let's have local DJs who are on the air live, no more cluster PDs. Be sure to tell all of your friends in radio to sign up (rosekkkj@earthlink.net) and join us as JRRR brings back fond radio memories of when radio is real. For more exciting radio adventures tune in the Friday, June 12, 2009 issue of JRRR for the next exciting chapter in our wonderful radio reality voyage.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What mother and child Country singing duo spends years in Nashville as they shop their demo tapes to record labels in Nashville, TN that they record on a $30 cassette recorder? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DEVI FAUBION 6 pm news anchor on WSOC TV CH9 in Charlotte, NC retires after 19 years. She joins WSOC in April 1990. Debi's co-anchor is Vince Coakley. Erica Bryant is her replacement. •KEVIN BLACK former Interscope and Warner Brothers Senior Executive joins Global Music Group as CEO. •GENE SIMMONS of Rock group Kiss puts his kidney stone up for bids on eBay for charity. $15,000 rolls in. •PETE THOMPSON 5 year Sports Director of WMGM TV NBC CH40 Atlantic City, NJ is one of several who leave the building along with behind the scenes people. Others take pay cut.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 RAY PRICE records Bill Anderson's City Lights in the evening of May 29th at the Bradley Studios in Nashville, TN. •1967 EMMA ANDERSON guitarist with British Rock band Lush born on June 10th. •1970 CONWAY TWITTY's Hello Darlin' hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on June 6th. •1981 SEBASTIEN LEFEBVRE French Canadian rhythm guitar-vocalist with pop punk band Simple Plan born on June 5th. •1998 GEORGE STRAIT's I Just Want To Dance With You lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on June 6th. •2008 ALF ROBERTSON Swedish Country singer and composer dies on December 24th.

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SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) Subject: Bruce Hughes - KLIF. Thanks for the note on Bruce Hughes. He was the brother I never had and we stayed close until his death. I nominated Bruce for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. I hope all who read your column vote him in. Thanks for keeping the memories alive. Texas radio was special and so were the people of that era. As you know I had the opportunity to work in NYC and in Boston and while I made more money I had more fun and purpose during my years in Texas. Keep up the good work. Sam Lee

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DICK GLANCEY (San Antonio, TX) Subject: KLIF. Jim, Either few remember or ever knew, Gordon owned KELP and started TOP 40 in El Paso. I first worked for Gordon when he owned KELP. There are still a few of us; very few, that worked for Gordon when he owned KELP. When he hired me as News Director at KLIF in the 60's...this was my second time I worked for the greatest broadcaster ever. Enjoyed your article today and thanks for remembering me. I'll never make the Hall of Fame...I was around before some that are candidates today...were even born. Try going back to 1951...my first job...few ever remember me...the mid 60's are even years in the past now. I was News Director for Jim Philips sometime in the 70's in El Paso when I came back from Dallas. One of two things...Either only a handful remember Gordon owned KELP in El Paso or ever knew. Dick Glancey

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Subject: KLIF. Jim: Just a short note to let you know I talked with Roy Nichols about ten days ago and he is having his 85th birthday this week. Roy had a great radio voice and he worked at KLIF during the early and mid 60's and then went to KRLD Radio and TV until he left the business in the 80's. He has some serious vision problems but sounds as good as ever and still has his sense of humor. He still has his notes the day JFK died at Parkland Hospital as he was sent to the ER by Joe Long and Gordon McLendon when they dispatched me to the police department. I told him he needs to donate them to the Sixth Floor Museum. He still lives on Classen in Dallas where has been for the past 50 years. Happy Birthday to a great radio man who had managed a station in Little Rock before he came to KLIF. Gary DeLaune

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Jim, I think all your readers will agree that you need a new puppy. When we spoke earlier, you said they're around $300 dollars. I looked online and it's more like 500 and up. I've talked to the few people I know who read your column and they are anxious to help out. If we can find 8 to 10 more people to chip in 30 bucks or less we should be able to raise the money. I want to thank Chuck Dunaway who has agreed to collect the money. I will also help out with shipping if needed. Jim, please print this note so you're readers know of the effort. All we ask is that you name the dog after us. Just kidding. All the best! Billy t

BILLY has Chuck Dunaway's home address at BillyThorman@aol.com.

CHUCK DUNAWAY (Houston, TX) Good Morning Jim: I see that you’re awake and on the old computer already…me too! I hope you have a wonderful day today. I’m now eating one of the tomatoes that I grew in my upside down tomato grower. It works…if you can get to the tomato before the birds. I’ve had two gobbled by birds and I’ve saved only three so far. Life is good on the farm. Take care my friend. Chuck

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Judds take demo tapes to many record labels in Nashville, TN that they record on a $30 cassette recorder and then they strike Gold.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock 'n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Tuesday June 16th. 12Noon-3PM PDT - 5PM-8PM EDT on KAFM-fm 88.1 Grand Jct., CO http://KAFMradio.org/ streaming at: KAFMRadio.org twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hi again Jim, In 1977 KIKK decided they no longer needed my services. I learned this only three days after I was told that my AM drive numbers were the highest the station had ever had. Go figure. Anyway, I landed on my feet as anchor for the KTRH Evening News Report. During that time our news editor was the now famous John Quinones with ABC. At a company social function I told John's wife that I felt he would far in the business. She seemed pleased at my assessment but wanted to know why. I had carefully watched young John at work and also how he handled the brass at KTRH. He had them eating out of his hand. He knew how to get what he wanted-a talent I never had. It wasn't long before CBS network offered John a chance to go to Columbia University in New York to get his masters degree and then to get in on the ground floor with the network. I don't know how it happened but he never went to work for CBS but instead landed a job at ABC... Now every time I see John Quinones doing such an impeccable job on 20/20 I remember our working relationship at KTRH. I would like to tell you about a funny incident concerning John at KTRH but due to limited space here, I'll save it for later. Best regards, George Lester

JEREMY IRONS (1948-p) We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories. Some take us forward, they're called dreams.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 08, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #670

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TERRESTRIAL RADIO HAS AN IDEA!

From 1971-72 while a newscaster on Wonderful KBOX-1480 I have the esteem pleasure of the company of DJs like The Weird Beard Russ Knight and Ron Rice (dies 1973). Joe Long (dies 1972) and Dick Moore are long time KBOX newscasters. KBOX at 9900 McRea Road in Big D is a great place to be. In 1972, Ted Agnew makes me an offer that I absolutely cannot refuse to be a newscaster on the Mighty 1190 KLIF in my hometown Dallas, TX. Michael O'Shea is the wonderful PD. Newscasters include the exciting Bruce Hughes (deceased). Probably the best radio DJ in existence Mike Selden (deceased) drives people home in Dallas' rush hour traffic. McLendon's Houston affiliate KILT-610 has the fabulous Robert B. McEntire and Jim Carolla. Ahhh the list goes on and on. So many fine broadcasters and great radio stations that I run across all over Texas. We have to extend our radio memories to yet another issue of JRRR. Be sure to tell all of your friends in radio to sign up (rosekkkj@earthlink.net) and join us as JRRR brings back fond radio memories of when radio is real. For more exciting radio adventures tune in the Wednesday, June 10, 2009 issue of JRRR for the next exciting chapter in our wonderful radio reality voyage.

A MARRIAGE MADE IN BRIMSTONE

Sound familiar? Remember when in 2001 in the glory days of dot-com when AOL buys Time Warner to create the world's largest media company? Time Warner's stock shoots up at breakneck speed 39% to $90.06. J. Michael Kelly. AOL's CFO says at a news conference, The new company will have more than 100 million paying subscribers, including AOL's dial-up customers and Time Warner's cable and magazine subscribers. Soon, AOL becomes an albatross around Time Warner's neck. In 2003, there is a trial separation where AOL's name disappears from the big sign out front. By 2009 the two parties finally call it quits. The divorce now reaches its final stages as Time Warner directors vote on Thursday, May 28, 2009 to spin off AOL as a separate, standalone public company by the end of 2009. Both parties bid adios, farewell, auf weidersein and good night.

TRIVIA QUESTION: From where does Country group Little Texas get their name? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•EMMA BUNTON signs with Global Radio for her own Saturday afternoon show on the Heart network beginning on Saturday, June 13, 2009 plus Friday drivetime on London’s Heart 106.2. •BOB CHASE 83-year old sportsman who spends 56 years behind the mic retires on June 5, 2009 from WOWO-1190 Ft. Wayne, IN. Bob continues to call IHL Komets ice hockey as he does since the early 1950s. •GREVILLE WATERMAN is new Managing Director of Sportsmedia, UK's leading provider of radio sports bulletins & sister company Businessmedia finance news.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 BONNIE TYLER Welsh singer (It's A Heartache #3-1978) born on June 8th. •1964 BUCK OWENS' single Together Again lands at #1 on the Billboard Country chart on June 6th. •1970 NICHOLE [Nicci] GILBERT singer with Los Angeles, CA female R&B trio Brownstone (If You Love Me #8-1995) born on June 8th. •1981 TRAVIS TRITT graduates from high school on June 6th. •1999 CURTIS MAYFIELD singer-songwriter with Chicago, IL R&B group The Impressions dies on December 26th. •2005 TOBY KEITH receives 2 Gold singles on June 6th for I Love This Bar and his duet with Willie Nelson on Beer for My Horses.

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DAVE BRUCE (West Dennis, MA) Hi Jim: I made a couple of entries on your forum or discussion board some years back but my email address has changed since then from dcb188@uid.onemain.com to the newer one kb1pdv@earthlink.net both of them are EarthLink emails but only the kb1pdv one is in use now, if you could tell me whether you still have the newsletter and also please change my email address in your files. Thanks a lot, dave bruce; Davis C. Bruce; Attorney at Law; West Dennis, MA

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DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) As a young broadcast engineer, I came to rely on Steve Schott for advice and encouragement through the ups and downs of the business. If you will recall, the 1980's were a time when "loudness" wars hit radio and the engineer became the station's MVP if he agreed to demands to break good ethical practices for the sake of non-sense. Steve was one of those guys I would call on when I was ready to murder a GM or PD. He was a good man that never said a bad word about anyone. I haven't spoken with Steve in quite a few years. I lost track of him after I left radio and eventually became a chiropractor. But I know a good man when I see one. This has been a tough month or so. Tejas was a dog I bonded with immediately and grew to love in just a very few moments. Steve Schott was the kind of person that Tejas was: kind, loyal and always there when needed. There has to be a special place in heaven for both of them. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) / (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

ANOTHER SMOOTH JAZZ BITES THE DUST WJCD FM (107.7) Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA cannot seem to find its niche. Over the years it flips from Urban AC to Smooth Jazz to AC back to Smooth Jazz and now Oldies. The format name Smooth Jazz never rings a bell with listeners in any radio market except San Diego, CA. Lite Jazz is totally out. What is a good name for Smooth Jazz? Current Smooth Jazz radio stations sound like elevator music for funeral parlors. They need lively DJs who get all excited about the music they play with up to the minute newscasts and timely contests. The music doesn't die. It's the present concept behind it which lacks originality. Someone needs to add a bright touch to Smooth Jazz radio and ditch that moniker! Oh, how I miss radio programming!

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Hi Jim, It's not a surprise, given how uniformly poorly they're (Smooth Jazz) programmed. I've listened all over and they're clones of each other no matter the city. Same music, same contests, same ultra laid back announcers...if some new ideas, or reworked old ideas, aren't injected into the format and soon there'll be no more smooth jazz over the air. I'm actually like you in hating the name smooth jazz. I think calling them "Jazz" stations, and letting them play both old and new jazz would make them at least a bit more interesting. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music, 512.336.8742 (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

MAXIE is the name of John Hale’s precious doggie. About a week ago, Maxie swallows something that lodges inside his stomach. John says that his diagnosis delays two days, which causes him to lose nearly two feet of his intestines. Maxie finally receives an operation on Friday night, May 29, 2009. But John says the vet releases Maxie to return home way too soon and he develops a massive infection. The poor fella has to endure another operation on Wednesday as he loses more of his intestines. Right now Maxie is at the South Austin Animal Emergency Clinic as he fights for his life. John says that it's touch and go whether he'll survive. I'm heartbroken that my boy's going through this. All of my thoughts and prayers are on his survival right now. Just as you were in my prayers, I'm asking you to pray for Maxie's recovery. I believe in the power of prayer strongly. Let's all join hands and pray that our friend John Hale's precious doggie Maxie survives his ordeal and comes back home in perfect health. Prayer is the key.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Well, Jim, I finally made it over to KTFW/KFWR to visit with Bill Thorman. Cousin Billy and I had a great time, swapping stories and such. Turns out we worked together but didn't know it. In late 1979 Bruce Baker hired me to do overnight news on KONO. Billy was also there at the time. That was about the time I became booth announcer at KENS TV in San Antonio. I went full time at KENS a few months later, so I dropped the radio job. I knew Bill from his work at KTFM in the mid 1980s, back when that station OWNED San Antonio. We spoke again when he was at 96-FM, and then linked back up through JRRR. Thanks for that. Bob Crowley

TRIVIA ANSWER: Country group Little Texas gets their name from a small community in Williamson County, TN by that same name.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday June 9th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/ "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday June 13th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: FM Atlas. Hi, Here is the e-mail address for FM Atlas and FM Media: fmedianews@gmail.com. Another source/resource for those interested in broadcasting, especially FM. Thanks to his FM Atlas, I was able to ID CBC FM Toronto that sent me a beautiful QSL.I also ID'd and obtained a QSL from 3WS in Philadelphia. I like FM DXing but it is becoming harder to do with all the move-ins and also with the streaming over the web less stations are interested in DX reports. Easter has always proved a good time to pull in DX on FM. Charles, KC5RAI

CHARLES ATLAS (October 30, 1893-December 24, 1972) Are you tired of sand being kicked in your face? I promise you new muscles in days!

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 05, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #669

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

KUNG FU ACTOR PASSES INTO THE NIGHT

One of my very favorite actors dies tragically in Bangkok. Police find TV and movie actor David Carradine whom we remember best as Shoalin priest Kwai Chang Caine in the TV series Kung Fu hung by the neck in his luxury hotel room at Swissotel Nai Lert Park in the Thai capital. Michael Turner, spokesman for the U.S. Embassy, confirms the death of the 72-year-old David Carradine. He says the embassy receives information by Thai authorities that Carradine dies either late Wednesday, June 3, 2009 or early Thursday. This comes as such a tremendous shock to us fans of his. The Web site of the Thai newspaper The Nation reports that Carradine is in Bangkok to shoot a movie, Stretch, and has a room at the hotel since Tuesday. The newspaper also says that no one can contact Carradine after he fails to appear for a meal with the rest of the film crew on Wednesday. A hotel maid finds his body at 10 am on Thursday morning. David is a leading member of the venerable Hollywood Carradine acting family that includes his father John Carradine and brother Keith. During his career Carradine appears in more than 100 feature films. We remember him best as the Shoalin priest who travels through the American frontier West in the 1800s in the TV series Kung Fu which we see from 1972-75. R.I.P. David Carradine.

TERRESTRIAL RADIO HAS A BETTER IDEA!

In the early 1950s radio stations receive their first scare when TV appears in most of our homes. But radio comes back when a genius like Gordon McLendon in Dallas, TX invents Top 40 radio on KLIF-1190. Bill Haley, Elvis Presley, Little Richard, Fats Domino and other great performers bring us Rock 'N' Roll! Wow! Radio once again dominates with hit records and hot local news with instant on-the-scene mobile news reports! Top flight DJs like Ken Dowe, Chuck Dunaway, Frank Jolley, Jimmy Rabbitt, Mike Selden, Dan McCurdy, Joe Ford, Barry Kaye, C.C. McCartney, John Steel, Jay West, Ben Laurie. Let's not leave out the PDs like Mike O'Shea. How about terrific newscasters such as Brad Messer, Frank Haley, Gary DeLaune, Dick Glancey, Dick Mock, Sam Pate, Robert B. McEntire, Jim Carolla, John Wesley Downey? News Directors like Joe Long and Ted Agnew. Radio managers Bill Weaver, Charles F. Payne and Al Lurie bring it all together on the Mighty 1190. Radio is the most thrilling place to be in the entire world! Radio is fun and very exciting. KLIF totally dominates Dallas radio ratings from the Fabulous Fifties to the early 1970s. In 1971, News Director Joe Long puts me on KBOX-1480 as a newscaster, special events coverage and mobile news reporter. In 1972, Ted Agnew lures me over to KLIF-1190. Memories are made of this. Be sure to tell all of your radio friends to sign up (rosekkkj@earthlink.net) and join our discussion as JRRR brings back fond radio memories of when radio is real. Tune in the Monday, June 8, 2009 issue of JRRR for the next exciting chapter in our wonderful radio reality voyage.

THE HITS KEEP A COMIN'!

KHTC FM (K-Hits 107.5) Classic Hits Houston, TX brings in Dean & Rog as new morning team while Cox does a complete makeover that even includes new call letters - KGLK FM and a new name - The New 1075 The Eagle. Ed Scarborough remains as PD.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Where does 1980s Country singing sensation Lacy J Dalton come up with her professional name? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HARRY KALAS Phillies broadcaster posthumously inducts into the Phillies Wall of Fame on August 7, 2009. •GMG RADIO receives special access to British troops who serve on the frontline in Afghanistan for a series of special reports broadcast on the Real Radio and Smooth Radio networks this first week of June 2009. •63RD ANNUAL TONY AWARDS broadcast live from Radio City Music Hall in NYC on CBS TV on Sunday, June 7, 2009 in high definition for the first time. •WRC TV (NBC), WTTG TV (Fox) and WUSA TV (CBS) Washington D.C. join forces to share daily news footage in a move to reduce costs.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 THE EVERLY BROTHERS single All I Have To Do Is Dream goes to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on June 2nd. •1969 BRIAN MCKNIGHT R&B singer-composer (Love Is #3-1993) born on June 5th. •1975 JOHN DENVER's single Thank God I'm A Country Boy zooms to the top of Billboard's Country chart on May 31st. •1980 PETER MOSELY vocals-bass-piano with Alternative Punk Rock band Yellowcard born on June 6th. •1992 HAL KETCHUM's Past The Point Of Rescue is the first Gold album of his career on June 2nd. •2004 PETE JOLLY (Peter Ceragioli Jr) Jazz keyboards-accordionist-pianist dies on November 11th.

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JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Tulsa, OK) Hi Jim! I have moved here already and I am looking for work in the Tulsa area...your help is immeasurable! It was a pleasant surprise to see your contacts listed and I shall be in touch with the people right away. I only know about Tulsa from my visits to this city to see my family - they moved here many years ago (my mom from Wisconsin and my sister through marriage). I am currently staying with mom until I get settled and can strike out on my own. My mother lives in the Brookside area of Tulsa, about 2 blocks from the Philbrook Museum (a rolling estate that rivals Miss Ima's palatial digs). And from what she tells me, Roy Clark's residence is around the corner from us. What gets me the most right now are the big hills...just not used to them after being in Houston for so long - I recall stories my sister told me of cars rolling down the hills during ice/snow storms. It's pretty here from what I've seen so far in my jaunts. We went to the symphony the other night at the PAC (Performing Arts Center) and I'm trying to learn what I can about my new home and surrounding area. Please know that I am keeping you in my prayers regarding your loss. I empathize with you because of the grief I felt when I lost my beloved dog, "Friday." Thank you again for your information and I'll keep you updated on what happens! Joan

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LEON BECK (Houston-Friendswood, TX) Jim, Thanks so much. Rusty was a KILT DJ in the '80s and was the MC at Gilley's and hosted Gilley's live radio show. Jeff also hosted Gilley's live radio show when it was broadcast on KENR. Thanks again. I appreciate it. Regards, Leon (www.musiccitynews.com)

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake,TX) Subject: Sam Pate. Sam's memory is worsening but he still knows everyone. Just repeats things a lot. Thanks for asking. You're a pretty swell guy to think of others when you are having such a hard time. Reckon you're still pretty lonely. things will get better...keep telling yourself that.

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Jim...Not every pet owner can say that he/she had the kind of friendship that you and Tejas had. The blessing of your having her in your life was not a one way street she was blessed to have you in her life. Just think...she could have wound up in an abusive home. My friend, you did a good job. I know...it wasn't a job...to you. But, to some people it is. You were not only her master...but her friend, as well. Your job, in the case of Tejas, is spelled "Joy". Leave this void in the hands of the good Lord. He will fill it His way, and in His time. You have a lot of friends praying for you...I'm one of them. I know we never have met...So, we'll just consider ourselves Cyber friends. Hang in there, Jim. Thanks for the comments about "Peanut".

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) The low pay changed when I went into sales which is truly the only way anyone made any money in radio from the 70's on. Back in the 50's and 60's a jock might make some money but the big money was and is always in sales. Sad but true. I'm sorry about your dog. I have a cat and know how much of a friend he is to me and I can understand the pain you are going through. They are far more than just animals to us, they are family.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday June 6th, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PDT 6PM-9PM EDT 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Catch the stream on: www.KOCIRadio.com twitter at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 (http://JJradio.com/) The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday June 9th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Lacy J Dalton's name comes from a friend by the name of Lacy. The J is from her own name Jill. Her singing teacher's name is Karen Dalton.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Carla Marion, who got fired from KRLD the Friday before she returned from maternity leave, had her first shift on WBAP this past week. She took the anchor chair and Amy Chodroff subbed for Hal Jay as Interlocutor. She did good. Just finished a great book: Robert Gates: From the Shadows. How five presidents won the cold war. Interesting stuff, and highly recommended. BOB

VOLTAIRE (1694-1778) The true character of liberty is independence, maintained by force.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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June 03, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #668

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TURN OUT THE POWER THE PARTY'S OVER

Cox Radio Rhythmic CHR KPWT FM (Power 106.7) San Antonio, TX flips to Talk. With the switch KWPT's new logo is FM Talk 106.7. The new lineup includes syndicated host Mancow in AM Drive along with Neal Boortz, Dr. Laura and Michael Savage. This means another drift away from local programs into syndication via satellite. Time for Dobie Gray's fantastic tune Drift Away. Incidentally, Dobie's birth place is just a few miles west of us here in Houston off I-10 in Brookshire, TX. a. Cox Radio Rhythmic CHR KPWT FM (Power 106.7) plays weekend Christmas music as Santa 106.7 up to its format flip to Talk on Monday, June 1, 2009. All across America the new craze is FM music radio flips to FM Talk. Tell all of your friends in radio to sign up (rosekkkj@earthlink.net). Join us for the Friday, June 5, 2009 issue of JRRR where we begin a four-part discussion about the new FM sensation plus the evolution of radio.

RADIO HOSTESS SELLS CARS Citicasters Country WGAR FM (99.5) Cleveland, OH releases Michelle Maloney in January 2009 but she lands a new gig on May 18th as a Lexus car salesperson. Michelle is with WGAR's morning show since 2004. Maloney's profile appears in The Plain Dealer's Help Wanted series. Dave Alicea, Classic Toyota GM, sees the ad and sends an email to Maloney. She lands the deal to sell new Lexus automobiles on the showroom floor. Salute!

TRIVIA QUESTION: What TV weatherman once congratulates a tropical storm when it upgrades to a hurricane?

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MILLVINA DEAN last survivor of the Titanic dies at 97 on Sunday, May 31, 2009. Millvina is 2 months old when the ocean liner strikes an iceberg in the North Atlantic in 1912. •MURRAY BROOKSHAW OM Newcap Alternative CFUL FM (Fuel 90.3) Calgary exits the building. •WARREN BROADCASTING sells WMCR AM-FM Odessa-Midland, TX for $950K to the Leatherstocking Media Group. •SAM ZELL CEO Tribune Company tells Bloomberg Television still no final contract for the sale of the Chicago Cubs to the Ricketts family but he's sure there's another buyer for the ball team.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 RONNIE DUNN of Super Star Country duo Brooks & Dunn born on June 1st in Coleman, OK. •1964 KERRY KING guitarist/songwriter with Thrash Metal Rock band Slayer born on June 3rd in Los Angeles, CA. •1974 RONNIE MILSAP's Pure Love by Eddie Rabbitt is the 1st #1 single of his career on June 1st. •1983 PETE FARNDON bass player with British Rock group The Pretenders dies on April 14th. •1999 BRAD PAISLEY's debut album Who Needs Pictures releases on Arista on June 1st. •2008 ORISH GRINSTEAD founding member of R&B group 702 dies at 27 of kidney failure on April 20th in her Las Vegas home.

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JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Tulsa, OK) Subject: Where in the world is...? Hi Jim, In response to your quest to find out where we are...I just left my home of many, many years, Houston, to begin life anew in Tulsa. I treasure all the information about the radio community you provide to each of us. Joanie Green Gallo

GENE STUMP (Baltimore, MD) Hello, Do you have an email address for Dan McCurdy of Sherman, TX? Former KLIF Radio DJ. I would like to contact him regarding his involvement with the old 7-Eleven radio commercials. Thank you, Gene Stump

DAN MCCURDY is a radio living legend here in Texas. Dan is a 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee. He is a radio DJ in Dallas, TX as a member of Charlie & Harrington, Charlie Brown, and Dan Patrick on KLIF-1190 & KBOX-1480 and in Boston, MA on WMEX-1510. Dan McCurdy's email address is klifdj@aol.com.

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JOHN LACKNESS (San Antonio-Schertz, TX) Subject: Steve Schott. Jim, This came to me a few days ago from Jack Sellmeyer about the passing of Steve Schott of Continental Electronics. Have known Steve for many years and tried to talk to him every couple of weeks or at least once a month to just shoot the bull. Quite a history behind this man, and I am going to miss our conversations and humor. The copy of his email to all of us is as follows: 'Gentlemen: I received word from Steve Schott's family this morning that Steve passed away last night from a massive heart attack. Steve was a long time member of SBE Chapter 67, serving as program chairman for several years. He came to the Dallas/Ft. Worth market in 1974 as Chief Engineer of KLIF-1190, working for Fairchild Broadcasting following many years with the McLendon organization, first as Chief Engineer of WWWW (FM), Detroit, Michigan and later as Chief Engineer of McLendon's 1390 operation and its associated FM station in Chicago, Illinois. Steve began work with the Collins Radio division of Rockwell International about 1975 in the Broadcast Field Service Department. After about two years in Field Service he transferred to Broadcast Sales where he served the Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana area until Collins shut down the Broadcast operation in November, 1980. Steve then worked in Sales for several years with Continental Electronics in the same territory until he left to work for Harris. Steve sold for Harris for several years before moving "down the street" to Broadcast Electronics where he sold for several years until a change of management resulted in several salesmen leaving the company. At that time he returned to Continental where he was responsible for sales in most of the western half of the country for the past few years. Steve and Donna have two sons and one daughter and have resided in Glen Rose for the past fifteen or so years. He will be missed. Jack J. S. Sellmeyer, P. E.' John Lackness; SCMS, Inc.; Southwest; Schertz, TX (San Antonio) (www.scmsinc.com)

LEON BECK (Houston-Friendswood, TX) Jim. hope you can help me on this. I'm trying to find Rusty Clark and Jeff Mack. They both did radio shows from Gilley's. Jeff was on KENR and Rusty was on KILT. thanks. Leon Beck (www.musiccitynews.com)

JEFF MACK is a friend since the early 1980s when we both are DJs on KENR-1070 here in Houston, TX in a tall tower in Greenway Plaza. What a great radio station! Jeff McLaine (Jeff Mack) is a relative of the deceased Hal McLaine. Both are DJs on KENR-1070 during my time there from 1981-82. Jeff is mid-days and Hal does PM Drive. Hal is a stunt pilot. He dies in a plane crash at a show on a Saturday morning in 1982. Jeff has a thriving legal video business. He lives north of Houston in Cleveland, TX. His email address is jeff@legalvideocom.com. Do not know Rusty Clark but the name is familiar. When I ease out of Radio in September 2001 to join Shell oil as a drafter/geo-tech for some semblance of security I drift away from the radio dial. That song Drift Away by Dobie Gray from 1973 has a huge hold on me especially since the loss of my precious Akita girl doggie Tejas. It's one of the greatest songs ever recorded. Every single note of the tune is absolutely perfect. Listen to the song and you understand my feelings.

CARLA SPRINGER (Dallas-Allen, TX) So sorry to hear about your loss. Our pets are our best friends and losing them is just like losing a human friend. If you are in the market for an Akita I know there's an Akita rescue team in the Dallas area and probably one in Houston. I became acquainted with these dogs through my cousin in California (a native Texan), who runs an Akita rescue service A Passion for Paws. Positive thoughts are streaming you way and upwards by your many friends. God Bless. Carla Springer, radio junkie in the Dallas area.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey City, TX) Good evening, Jim. Thx for thinking of me w/late, breaking news, & do appreciate your thoughtfulness. Make it a better week ahead. BOB

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, From one dog lover to another, you know I'm very sad for you that Tejas passed on. Rather than to say you should immediately get another dog, I'll say there's a grieving process you have to go through first, and I'm here for you anytime you want to talk about and remember Tejas. My Maxie's just barely survived a dog thing this weekend himself. He ate or was given something at doggie daycare last week that lodged in and blocked his intestines. We wound up taking him to the animal emergency clinic in northwest Austin, and Friday night, he had a quarter of his intestines taken out. It's still touch and go, but he's improving, and hopefully, he'll come through this like the tough little trooper he is. Maxie's a very big part of my family, as Tejas was to you. I hope you'll keep Maxie in your prayers, as you are in mine. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music "We're at the best parties!"

TRIVIA ANSWER: In the 1970s as a TV weathercaster in Indianapolis, IN David Letterman. congratulates a tropical storm when it upgrades to a hurricane.

DON TIFFIN (Dallas-The Colony, TX) Jim, Going to have to get you another pup. We get attached to our pets, we have lost several of them around here...now just have one cat, but this cat is a good one and smart and no trouble at all...so surely can get attached to them.

QUENTON ROCKWELL (Houston, TX) Sorry to hear about your dog Jim. My condolences to you. Take care. Quenton Rockwell, Qur Corp.; The Nation of Rockwell (www.TheNationOfRockwell.com) / (www.TheQur.com)

CHUCK JOSEPH (Houston, TX) My heart breaks for your loss my friend! My prayers are with you!!

ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON (November 13, 1850-1894) Old and young, we are all on our last cruise.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 29, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #666

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LOIS LANE PERISHES

In the 1940s, the woman who plays Lois Lane on Mutual Radio’s The Adventures of Superman, Joan Alexander, dies at 94. As an actress she also goes by Joan A. Stanton but her real name is Louise Abras of Lebanese decent. She begins her career as a model and stage actress before she finds fame as a radio star. She voices roles as Perry Mason's secretary Della Street and Lois Lane in the Superman series. Joan is the third actress to portray Lois Lane in the radio series. She remains in the role for 1,600 episodes. Do you know that Bud Collyer is the radio voice for Superman? Wow! We fondly remember Bud as the TV host of Beat the Clock in the 1950s. Even after the radio version of Superman ends Alexander and Collyer are the radio voices for Lois Lane and Clark Kent (Superman) in 17 animated Superman short films during World War II. In the late 1960s, they reunite for the CBS Saturday morning cartoon series The New Adventures of Superman. When she dies, Joan still has a lawsuit against her financial advisors. She claims they lose or steal much of the $70 million she inherits from her third husband, Arthur Stanton, an auto distributor who helps introduce the Volkswagen Beetle to America. He dies in 1987. Joan's daughter novelist Jane Stanton Hitchcock says that her mother dies of an intestinal blockage on Thursday, May 21, 2009 in NYC's Presbyterian Hospital. The NY Times reports that Stanton's survivors are her daughter Stanton Hitchcock, son Tim Stanton, a half sister and a grandson. A son from her third marriage, Adam Stanton, dies in 1993.

TWC DROPS CUBAN

Time Warner Cable drops billionaire Mark Cuban's HDNet. Mark also owns the NBA Dallas Mevericks. The NY Post reports that the drop means HDNet loses 1 million of its 15 million U.S. subscribers after May 31, 2009. That's when HDNet's contract expires. The Post also says that Smithsonian HD replaces Mark Cuban's HDNet network.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In the 1960s, how does Muhammad Ali lose his boxing title? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•BUDDY SADLER long-time WSM-650 radio news vet's birthday is Sunday, May 31, 2009. Salute! •SONNY MELENDREZ seasoned Texas and California radio personality's birthday is Sunday, May 31, 2009. Salaam! •WILLIE NELSON is Texas' State Musician according to an official resolution by the 81st legislature of the State of Texas. Willie says, I consider it a great honor, and I want to thank everyone who helped make it happen. •KWEV FM (90.5) Stephenville. TX sells for an estimated $250K fair market value donation from Erath County Music Foundation (Gary L. Moss) to Tarleton State University (Rickey Richardson).

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 MIKE PORCARO bass with Pop-Rock group Toto born on May 29th. •1961 DANA WILLIAMS bass player with Diamond Rio born on May 22nd in Dayton, OH. •1971 PATRICK DAHLEIMER bassist with Rock quartet Live born on May 30th. •1988 KATHY MATTEA's Eighteen Wheels And A Dozen Roses lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on May 21st. •1994 PAPA JOHN CREECH violin-fiddle with Rock groups Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, Hot Tuna dies on February 22nd. •2006 THE WRECKERS' debut album Stand Still, Look Pretty releases on Warner Brothers on May 23rd.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Dear Jim, My daughter sent me this site (www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html) and asked I send it to you. I told her about your losing Tejas. I hope the website my daughter had me send to you was helpful. I raised all my children to be animal lovers, and we had some very special pets. As a child, we had a parakeet for many years who talked so much and entertained us, that I especially learned to love birds. We also had a bloodhound, and he was a wonderful animal! Thank goodness we were able to move out of the city so he had plenty of room. I still smile when I think of Hobo. I hope you are feeling the love people are feeling for you, Jim. You hang in there. Always, JC

JO TRAVIS (Hot Springs, AR) Subject: Rainbow Bridge. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with Tejas. She has no worries or problems now. She'll just wait with your other little beauty until you can join them. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know it leaves a big hole in your life. Jo (http://rainbowsbridge.com/Poem.htm) / (www.JimWWTravis.com)

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MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) The semi-quarterly-ish DFW Media Lunch Bunch will happen THIS FRIDAY, May 29 at 12:30PM at Boston's Pizza in Irving, 635-LBJ Frwy just west of MacArthur near the Wal-Mart and Sam's. Same as usual...casual, no speeches or agendas, each pays for their own, etc...and plenty of opportunity to get caught up with old friends, make new ones, and even do some networking. And I've made the error the last couple of Lunch Bunches of calling this a "radio" event--it's always open to anyone in DFW media! RSVP optional...just show up...BUT an RSVP will give me some general idea of a head count. Looking forward to seeing everyone THIS FRIDAY! Questions, info, RSVPs...just email me. Mike Shannon (mike@knus99.com) / (www.knus99.com/)

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jim...my deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious Tejas. My heart really aches for you, Jim, since I have been there on numerous occasions. My hurt has been so bad in years past that I refuse to get another dog as a pet. I would love to have one, but I simply cannot handle the pain of their always all-too-soon departure. Your North Texas buddy...Dan McCurdy

EVELYN PATE-ALLEN (Kemp-Tool, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! So sorry to hear of the passing of Tejas. I know how devastated you must be. When we lose a dear member of the family it leaves an empty space in our life. I know God will comfort you at this time if you will just lean on HIM. We all love you Jimbo.

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! So sorry to hear Tejas has gone to Doggie Heaven. I know how sad you must feel. You have shared Tejas with each of us and we feel sorrow as well.

BING SCHERZER (Dallas-Seagoville, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Dear Jim, I want you to know that my prayers are with you in your loss of Tejas. I know what you are feeling, because I have been there. Only one who has gone through it can really feel your grief. Take heart dear friend and know that many prayers are upholding you! "Bing" Striegler Scherzer, Class of 1952 Forest Avenue High School

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday May 30th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday June 2nd 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Muhammad Ali loses his boxing title on April 29, 1967 because he refuses induction into the U.S. Army. On October 30, 1974 he regains his world heavyweight title when he defeats champion George Foreman. In 1980, he loses the championship to Larry Holmes.

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Jim: Fully understand. My cat died two years ago right when my marriage was over and we lost the house. I cried over my friend who always wanted to pet me back and watch TV on my lap along with the two dogs. She had great personality and always made sure she showed she loved me. My dog "britches" mourned her too and sticks with me a lot, when I am on the computer or watching TV or with my GF. She is my family all the same. So when you get another dog. Please do it at a shelter. Too many have given up their pets due to the economy. They deserve homes. Hang in there my friend and smile at the loving memories. My thoughts are with you. Ray

DR. SEUSS (March 2, 1904-September 24, 1991) Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened.

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May 27, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #665

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MANCOW SHOUTS HOLY COW!

A lot of controversy surrounds supposed CIA acts of torture when they question stubborn terrorists. At the head of the list is waterboarding. Mancow Muller midday personality and Talk Radio Network nationally syndicated host on WLS-890 in Chicago, IL is outspoken that waterboarding is not torture. Muller wants to prove his point in a live broadcast as he receives the waterboard treatment. After 5 seconds Mancow quickly signals that he has enough of this powerful stuff. The U.S. Marine who administers Muller's waterboarding says the most time anyone lasts during the process is about 14 seconds. The out of breath Mancow exclaims, It was way worse than I thought it would be. I thought I could hold out but it was instantaneous and horrific. If I’d known it would be this bad, I absolutely would not have agreed to do this. Mancow previously indicates that he believes the technique is not torture. A witness asks Muller how he now classifies waterboarding. Mancow replies, I don’t want to say this, but it is absolutely torture.

UTAH BROADCASTERS HALL OF FAME

Former longtime News Director of KSL TV CH5 in Salt Lake City, J. Spencer Kinard, enters the Utah Broadcasters Hall of Fame on Tuesday, May 19, 2009. In 1966, Spence graduates from the University of Utah with a bachelor's degree. Kinard joins CBS News in NYC where he completes a CBS News fellowship at Columbia University. In 1971, he returns to Utah as a news journalist for then-CBS affiliate KSL TV. In February 1972, the 35-year news journalist begins an 18 year journey as the speaking voice for the Mormon Tabernacle Choir on the Music and the Spoken Word CBS Radio program. On November 1, 1990, the Deseret News reports that Kinard resigns as VP of news and public affairs of KSL. According to the Book of Mormon, the word Deseret means Land of the Honey Bee. Another veteran Utah broadcaster with a long career in broadcasting, mostly on KALL-910, the late Bennie Williams joins the Hall of Fame. Bennie spends 36 years in broadcasting. He is GM of KALL-910 and KLCY FM until he retires in 1988. Salute!

TRIVIA QUESTION: What are the two most common unbowed stringed instruments in a symphony orchestra? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CHARLENE LEWIS Midday DJ on Renda Soft Rock KBEZ FM (92.9) Tulsa, OK leaves the building - Carly Rush morning co-host voicetracks Charlene's former midday show. •CHASE DANIELS APD/PM Drive DJ on Cox Top 40 WAPE FM (95.1) Jacksonville, FL and APD/MD on Alternative WXXJ FM (X102.9) vacates the premises. •BO JAXON tacks on APD duties at Cumulus Hot AC KBBY FM (B95.1) Oxnard, CA. •MICHELE MICHAELS PM Drive DJ/Web producer on Classic Hits WJGL FM (The Eagle 96.9) Jacksonville, FL exits. •STEVE SAVARD is the new 2009 play-by-play voice for St. Louis Rams NFL football team.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 SHELLY WEST (You're the Reason God Made Oklahoma #1-1981) daughter of Grand Ole Opry star Dottie West born in Cleveland, OH. •1966 SEAN KINNEY drummer with Hard Rock band Alice In Chains born on May 27th in Seattle, WA. •1975 FREDDY FENDER's Before The Next Teardrop Falls earns his 1st Gold single on May 22nd. •1980 MARK FEEHILY singer with Irish vocal pop group Westlife born on May 28th. •1992 SAWYER BROWN's single Some Girls Do lands at #1 in Billboard on May 23rd. •2002 PEGGY LEE sultry Jazz & Blues singer dies of a heart attack at 81 on January 21th at her home in Bel Air, CA.

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NATE GIBSON (Boston, MA) Subject: Larry Scott. Jim Rose! Thank you so kindly for putting me in touch with Larry Scott! He emailed me the other day and we had a lovely chat on the phone. I greatly appreciate your help and wish you the best of luck with your column!!! Best wishes, Nathan Gibson (www.nathandgibson.com) / (www.myspace.com/nategibsonandthegashouseg)

JIM TRAVIS (Hot Springs, AR) Texas Poll - The latest telephone poll taken by the Texas Governor's office asked whether people who live in Texas think illegal immigration is a serious problem: 29% of respondents answered: "Yes, it is a serious problem." 71% of respondents answered: "No es una problema seriosa." (www.JimWWTravis.com)

FRANK JOLLEY (Los Angeles, CA) Frank Jolley: KBOX Dallas, KNOW Austin, KVIL Dallas, WNOE New Orleans, KONO San Antonio, KLIF Dallas - Radio Arts, Drake - Chenault - nominated for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. Please vote if you are able. Thanks

REJINA BROWN (Seattle, WA) My deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Tejas. Rejina Brown (originally from Beaumont, Texas)

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DEBRA COX (Dallas, TX) Hello Jim – I googled an inquiry about ‘the old KQUE radio station in Houston, TX". I live in the Dallas area. I truly miss the mellow blend of Henry Mancini, Neil Diamond, and Floyd Cramer just to name a few. I know that many refer to it as ‘elevator music’ – but it was a staple for me for so many years. I worked in the oil industry in Houston for many years. I remember my shock when my mother informed me that the KQUE I knew no longer existed when I was in town and flipped the radio dial. Debra Cox

GENTLEMAN JIM CARTER (San Antonio, TX) Jim: I really can't add anything to what has already been said by so many others who have offered their sympathy for the recent loss of your beloved Tejas. You never really own a dog, they own you! It's no accident that dog spelled backwards is God... always loving, always forgiving and always there for you. I once had a female Doberman and a male German Shepherd. They had a litter and I raised my "grandson", Booger, who had characteristics of both his mom and his dad. He was very funny and sharp and knew that beds always had two pillows because one was for me and the other was for him. Booger died in 1975 and after all these years I still miss him. Peace to you Jim. And if it is your desire to get another pup like Tejas I feel sure you will realize your dream. Gentleman Jim Carter

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) Jennifer and I have certainly thought about you often this entire weekend. We both send our sincere sorrow to you Jim. We care about you lots, appreciate you very much, and we hurt when you do. Please let us know, if there is anything we can do to help, and provide you some friendship comfort. Blazin' Blake Lindsay (www.blazinblake.com)

LYNN WOOLLEY (Temple, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Dang, Jim! You sure have a hard time with you puppies. Bless your heart. I had to put down my big greyhound, Ace, a few weeks ago due to cancer. It is so tough when that happens. Ace was a great dog. As my wife said, one day he was here, the next he was gone. Lynn (www.BeLogical.com)

JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Houston, TX) Jim, Our pets are such integral parts of our families and I am so sorry to read about the loss of Tejas. My best wishes to you and your family during this difficult time. Joan

LIZ 'HOUSTON' PATRANELLA (Austin, TX) Jim, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. There is little consolation to be found at a time like this. My dear dog passed many years ago and I still think of her and miss her. My thoughts are with you. Liz

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Jim, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. When your precious pet is all you have in the way of family I know it hurts more than under other circumstances. For Years all I had was my wonderful collie named Prince. Some SOB shot him and he died at my back door right before my eyes. I offered a $1,000 reward to try to catch whomever was responsible but nothing turned up. Once again, my deepest sympathy. George

KAREN JOHNSTON (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, I'm so sorry to hear about your precious girl. I know how much she meant to you. Pets bring so much joy to our lives. Losing them is one of life's most bitter pills. Take comfort in knowing that she loved you, too. She knew she could count on you to provide love and security. In time, hopefully, you will provide the same to another of God's most treasured blessings. I will keep you in my prayers. Regards, Karen Johnston

JAY WEAVER (D/FW-Hurst, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! JIM! I am so sorry! I know Tejas meant the world to you. I am so sorry for your loss! Jay Weaver

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Harp and the Piano are the two most common unbowed stringed instruments in a symphony orchestra.

MARTHA JOE THRASHER (Dallas-Farmers Branch, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! I hope that precious memories sustain you in this difficult time for you! Love, Martha Joe

CYNTHIA RYLANT (June 6, 1954-p) God turns clouds inside out to make fluffy beds for the dogs in Dog Heaven, and when they are tired from running and barking and eating ham-sandwich biscuits, the dogs find a cloud bed for sleeping. God watches over each one of them. And there are no bad dreams.

Jim Rose and Tejas

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May 25, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #664

HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

UK MISSES SCOTTISH SONGBIRD Susan Boyle steps up to the mic again on Sunday night, May 24, 2009 for the semifinals of ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. Problem is UK fans cannot see the telecast. Instead, fans have to wait for her performance on YouTube. Sara Lee, mouthpiece for the production company that backs Britain’s Got Talent, says Licensing issues prohibit a live broadcast of the program in this country. In April the middle-aged choir singer quickly wins over the insensitive hearts of America’s Got Talent judges Simon Cowell and Piers Morgan. She is an instant sensation. Susan Boyle fan sites pop up all over the Internet. Susan's audition of Les Miserables’ I Dreamed a Dream scores a whopping 186 million hits. Cathy Perron, director of the TV program at Boston University’s College of Communication says This has to do with economics. This is a producer saying, ‘If you want to use and make money from it, where is my cut?’ Talent’s producers have kept access to the unlikely star tightly managed.

END OF THE LINE FOR KATHY & JUDY

For the past 20 years Tribune columnist Kathy O’Malley and Sun-Times columnist Judy Markey have a talk show on Tribune News/Talk WGN-720 in Chicago, IL. But WGN announces that K&J's mid-morning show must move on as someone else fills their shoes. WGN mentions no names of their replacement. Tom Langmyer WGN VP/GM says their exit is a business decision that is the result of a changing media marketplace. However, the dynamic duo remains in WGN's building to voice commercials.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What 1970s Rock star does 1940s Pop singer Bing Crosby team up with on his 1977 Christmas TV special? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CHRIS BOOKER is new midday DJ on Top 40 KLSX FM (97.1 Amp Radio) Los Angeles, CA beginning June 1, 2009. •KNBR-680 Cumulus Sports San Francisco, CA cancels The Extreme Scene Saturday-night show. •THE TUCSON CITIZEN bites the dust after the Saturday, May 16. 2009 edition because its parent Gannett fails to find a buyer. Tucson, AZ now only has one newspaper. •FACE THE NATION CBS TV Sunday morning talk show debuts a new logo and graphics plus a new version of its theme music. The NY Post has all of the details. •JOHN BATCHELOR is new Sunday 7 pm-midnight host on Citadel Talk WABC-770 NYC.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 RICK SMITH keyboards with British Rock quintet Underworld born on May 25th. •1962 GEORGE JONES' single She Thinks I Still Care lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on May 19th. •1975 LAURYN HILL singer with East Orange, NJ Rap group The Fugees born on May 25th. •1981 ROSANNE CASH's Seven Year Ache is her first #1 Billboard Country single on May 23rd. •1991 MILES DEWEY DAVIS III Jazz musician-trumpet-organ-band leader-composer dies at 65 on September 28th. •2000 LEE ANN WOMACK's album I Hope You Dance releases on MCA records on May 23rd.

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MARY LYNN KNOCHELMAN (Cincinnati, Ohio) I'm so sorry! How old was she? What happened? I have two dogs of my own. I went through what you are going thru 2 years and 4 years ago with my Dalmatians. My girl dog Stacey (9 years old) had to be put to sleep due to bladder cancer. My boy dog Chance (13 years old) died in our back yard. Both times my family grieved for a few months and then went to the SPCA and adopted a 3 year old girl beagle named Holly (in 2005) and a 9 month old Jack Russell Terrier named Ricky (2007). Unfortunately dogs don't live as long as humans, but we love them as much as humans and treat them like members of our families. Their love toward us is unconditional and they make great companions. That's why I recommend after your grieving period is over, you should get yourself a new doggie. Yes. It's painful when they die and I know it's going to happen again with Holly and Ricky, but I'm praying it's many years in the future. In the meantime I enjoy all the fun times I have with them. But Chance, Stacey, and before them Sweetie (fox terrier), Lisa (German shepherd), Mitsy and Boots (mother & daughter...mixed breeds), and Mortmaduke (Morty...boxer/great-Dane combo) and GiGi, white boxer (actually the grandparents of Boots & great grandparents of Mitsy), all hold a special place in my heart for all the joy they gave me throughout my entire life, and I'd like to believe that when I go to heaven someday all of them will be there to greet me as well as all my deceased family members and friends. You have to have faith that you'll meet Tejas again someday in heaven! Mary Lynn Knochelman

REJINA BROWN (Seattle, WA) Jim, I sincerely understand the affection and attachment we have with our beloved pets. I share my condo with Felix (a dog trapped in a cat's body.. ;-} I will pray for the new Akita to come and help absolve some of your pain. By the way, I sent an inquiry to the email address you provided (thanks!!!) and will keep you updated. Peace and Blessings... Rejina

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DEBRA COX (Dallas, TX) Subject: The OLD KQUE Radio Station in Houston, TX. Hello there – Every time I visited Houston up until a few years ago, I would tune in to KQUE with it’s easy listening play list – and then they vanished from the air waves. Is there a comparable station in Houston now – and what about Dallas??? Thanks for your reply. Debra Cox

CHUCK DUNAWAY (Houston, TX) Jim: I know you miss Tejas... I felt your pain as I read your email and wept... Chuck D

RON SELDEN (Palestine, TX) Jim, You've got the right idea about getting a new puppy right away. This happened to us about five years ago when our little Shi' Tzu, Rachael, passed away suddenly. My wife and I were so grieved, we couldn't do anything but sit and cry. Four days later, we went out and got another baby Shi' Tzu, who's still with us today. It helped with the loss, as we transferred all of our love for Rachael to the new puppy, Chloe. We still can’t talk about Rachael without tearing up. It really is like losing a member of the family, sometimes worse, depending on the family. The dark days will get better. Meanwhile, do your grieving for Tejas. She deserves it. Ron

CLINT WRIGHT (Houston-The Woodlands, TX) Jim, so sorry to hear about Tejas. Those of us that are "dog people" and have known that kind of loss know how painful it is. You're in my prayers.

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Jim, I'm very saddened to hear about your losing TEJAS. As you remember from one of my previous e-mails, I lost my Chihuahua, Peanut, back in January. He was nearly 14. I have an 8x10, framed picture of him sitting on a table right beside my recliner. I miss him a lot Jim, although we've never met, I know Tejas had a caring friend in you and a warm, loving home. Again, I'm sorry about your loss. Also Jim...thank you for all the efforts you put into "JRRR". May God richly bless you. Mike

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) Jim, I am very sorry to hear this. I just said a sincere prayer for you and I am as sorry as I can be to hear all of this. Jennifer is sick about it also. We love animals way more than average and we know you do too. Blake (www.blazinblake.com)

FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth, TX) Jim I’m so very sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "Serve God and be cheerful" Bob Dylan. Fr. Bob Tomlinson

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Jimbo, I'm so sorry to hear that! But rest assured that Tejas is in dog heaven watching over you and you will see her again! David Perkins (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Sorry to hear about your loss. They say all dogs go to heaven. Like old soldiers. Makes me think of the song Turn Back The Hands Of Time, Tyrone Davis. Not sure the year it came out. I knew my life was changing when Gerry Mulligan, Miles Davis, and my favorite singer Lou Rawls left the scene. I went on a visit to Commerce. I noticed things there I had not seen in the past and other things gone that I once had seen. Made me think of a play my high school did my senior year, Our Town. Have you seen the movie, A River Runs Through it. Take Care, Charles

TRIVIA ANSWER: On September 11, 1977 Bing Crosby and David Bowie record The Little Drummer Boy and Peace On Earth for Bing's Christmas TV special. On October 14, 1977 Crosby dies of a heart attack. He never gets to see the final product.

WENDEL HULSE (D/FW-Grand Prairie, TX) Jim: I can not imagine receiving a sadder message from you. My deepest regrets. Wendel Hulse

ROBERT SOUTHEY (August 12, 1774-March 21, 1843) There is another world for all that live and move — a better one!

Jim Rose and Tejas

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May 22, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #663

HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

THE EAGLE FLIES IN HOUSTON

As soon as their non-compete expires, on June 1, 2009 Dean & Rog, longtime morning team on cross-town Classic Rock KKRW FM (The Arrow 93.7) Houston, TX debut their new show on Classic Hits KHTC FM (K-Hits 107.5). In preparation for the move Cox Radio flips the KHTC FM call letters to KGLK FM. Originally the call letters are KLDE FM on 94.5 but switch frequencies with KTBZ FM (107.5). Way back in April, Cox-Houston registers 1075theeagle.com. Can the new KGLK FM be another Eagle in the Cox box? Already there is The Eagle in Jacksonville and Tampa, FL. Stay tuned to this Bat channel.

BIG D RADIO HOSTS RETURN

Pugs and Kelly Dallas, TX radio hosts make their rounds of frequencies and end up on Multicultural Radio Talk KMNY-1360 [old KXOL-1360] (Rational Radio) in the 1-4 pm spot. Prior to this Pugs and Kelly are on former Talk KLLI FM (105.3) [old KOAX FM later KRLD FM] and past Classic Rock now Triple A KDBN FM (93.3).

PD OPENING IN HOUSTON

Bill Van Rysdam longtime PD of CBS Radio Sports KILT-610 Houston, TX leaves the building. Andre Ware morning Sports co-host moves it on over to ESPN. The new KILT-610 GM Brian Purdy tells the Houston Chronicle that job one is to hire a new PD and that person's responsibility is to reorganize the radio schedule.

KXAS KICKS OUT STAFF

Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX NBC O&O, KXAS TV CH5, cuts back its newsroom crew but mum is the word from management on the names and positions. TVNEWSDAY reports that at least 9 leave the building. Most of them are photographers.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Simon & Garfunkel only record 5 record albums as a duo. Which LP is their biggest? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ED SALAMON Top Country radio programmer, Executive Director Country Radio Broadcasters plus 2006 Country Radio Hall of Fame inductee's birthday is Saturday, May 23, 2009. Salute! •DAN MASON CBS Radio CEO says in FMQB on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 that the radio ad market begins to turn around. •SCOTT GAINES joins Cumulus' AAA KDBN FM (93.3 Quality Rock) in Dallas-Haltom City, TX as new PM Drive DJ. •NIKKI NITE is now APD/MD/PM Drive DJ on Entercom Hot AC KAMX (Mix 94.7) Austin-Luling, TX as former PM Drive duo APD/MD Carey Edwards and Bridget Taylor leave the building.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 MARTY ROBBINS' single A White Sport Coat (And a Pink Carnation) lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on May 20th. •1966 JOHNNY GILL soloist with R&B teen quintet New Edition born on May 22nd. •1979 WAYLON JENNINGS & JESSI COLTER's son Waylon Albright Shooter Jennings is born on May 19th. •1986 BENNY GOODMAN clarinet-Big Band leader dies on June 13th. •1997 SARA EVANS' debut album Three Chords and the Truth releases on RCA records on May 20th. •2008 CHALMERS [Spanky] ALFORD 3 time Grammy winning Jazz guitarist dies on March 24th.

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GENE STUMP (Baltimore, MD) Hello Jim, I have lived my entire life in Baltimore, Md. I am strictly a fan, grew up listening to WCAO radio and taped all my favorite songs on a reel-to-reel recorder. Back in 1983 I was preparing to move and packed up all my tapes and stored them temporarily in a family garage. The garage burned down and I lost all my music. The quality of music has vastly improved since the 1960's as it went from 8 tracks, to cassettes, to CD's and now digital. I have replaced all the songs and they sound 10 times better, but my mission will not be complete until I replace all the wonderful, wacky 7-Eleven commercials. In the last 10 years I have really beat the bushes trying to track them down. DJ Steve Eberhart had the ones from 1966 and graciously sent them to me. I wrote to 7-Eleven as a last resort, and they were happy to inform me these commercials are not 'lost', they still have them in their vaults, BUT, they cannot issue them to any person or entity due to expired royalty rights. In other words, they are 'lost' to people like me. I have scanned countless airchecks from the summer of 1967 and cannot believe none of them contained a single 7-Eleven commercial. I have now concentrated my searching to the Texas area, as that seems to be my best hope. Two people have told me Dan McCurdy might be able to help me. I would really appreciate your help in contacting Dan, Thanks, Gene Stump

JENNIFER BROOKINS-VIHARO (Atlantic City-Pittsgrove, NJ) Oh honey, I’m so sorry. My internet connection has been out for several days. Oh Jimmy – just know that she went straight into the arms of Jesus…a wonderful place to be. It’s the ones that are left behind that suffer... We too lost a little pet and we went straight to the pound and got another…her name is Katie and she is just wonderful. No pet can ever replace Tejas – but you could give a little animal destined for a not so happy ending a good home. And what better place to be than with you. I’ll keep you in my prayers honey. Jen

SUKOSHI RICE (Blairsville, GA) Hi Jim, your email address is part of Jim Rose remembers Radio, which I found when I googled your name as Miles' manager in 1973, when said story took place. Sukoshi is my first name. Lunch was with friends. Topic was something along the lines of "just when I really started wondering what was going to happen next..." and I told my Barcelona story, which was meaningful for me as a moment when Fate took care of me, again. I am in Blairsville, GA and I wonder if you are the same person as the guy in 1973 Barcelona. And are you a native English speaker? You say "do" in your email where I would say "did." I like reading JRRR. Thanks for writing it. Sukoshi

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MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) JIM, I hope you're doing well. I agree with several of your friends. I think it would do you the world of good to get another dog...soon. We lost a very talented singer, songwriter, guitar player extraordinaire, producer and actor on May 9, 2009...Stephen Bruton. I'm attaching a copy of an article The Fort Worth Star-Telegram did on his life. Take care of yourself. Mike

DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Hi Jim, The adoption process can be slow, but getting the right new family member is the main priority. It's tough right now losing Tejas, but give it a little time and expand your options if you like. We rescued Denny from nearby Trophy Club (and he was the only Shar-pei mix in Dallas too) where he was being kept at the local police department. The people there loved him too (and gave him a lot of toys as a going away present) and took a liking to Cindy and me. Their animal control was in the back of the police station with only a couple of pens for dogs (only Denny and one other were there at the time). The police chief himself approved us to rescue Denny and they gave him to us at no charge (with one officer insisting that he carry Denny out to our Xterra because "he doesn't walk well on a leash"...big galoot had fallen in love with Denny himself but couldn’t keep him). Of course our "free" dog of course had to get the full vet check and shots plus neutering, but since we got him last September he's fit in beautifully and has stolen our hearts much like Skippy did. Petfinder.com led us to him and is an excellent resource that updates and changes daily. Hang in there! Dean (www.cmtcountry.com)

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! I am sorry to hear that Jim. Dogs are not just dogs, they are family, my Chihuahua Britches will be 16 in October. She and I have been through a lot together. She is my friend and confidant. I know the loss is painful, but take in that you gave your pet love and devotion and she returned that many times over. No words can truly ease the pain only strengthen the memory. All my compassion Ray

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! OH NO! Jim, I am so sorry. Had she been ill? I know she wasn't old. She may have gotten a hold of some transmission fluid on the ground while she was making her rounds the day she escaped. They say transmission fluid has a good taste to animals...but it will kill them. I'd hate to think that somebody would poison her on purpose. There just isn't any reason, or excuse, for anybody to do that to a dog like Tejas who isn't a pest or threat. Anyway, again, my sincerest condolences. Try to get some rest.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Simon & Garfunkel's 5th and final record album Bridge Over Troubled Water which releases in January 26, 1970 is their biggest ever LP plus it contains 4 hit singles. The album is #1 both in the USA and Australia.

J.R. KENNEDY (Houston, TX) Jim I am so very sorry...I know it is very tough on you right now. My little girl Annie died on St Patrick’s Day last month. She had been with me for the last 8 1/2 years (she was about 15). I sure miss her still. But they will always be with us in our hearts. And know that you made Tajas' life better. We all will pass and perhaps then we can be together again.

JOB 12:10 - For the soul of every living thing is in the hand of God.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 20, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #662

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

OUR PREDICTION COMES TRUE!

Another Smooth Jazz FM radio station is like Kansas' Dust in the Wind. On Monday, May 18, 2009 at 3 pm Clear Channel Radio does indeed flip Smooth Jazz KKSF FM to Classic Rock as 103.7 the Band. The first song is by Carlos Santana's Everybody's Everything which peaks at #12 in 1971. What a neat idea because Carlos forms Latin-Rock group Santana in the San Francisco Bay area in 1966. Santana also appears at Woodstock in 1969. Next, KKSF FM spins 10,000 songs in a row without commercial interruptions. Its first hour includes familiar tunes by the Beatles, Doobie Brothers, Elton John, Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Eagles, Pink Floyd, Creedence Clearwater Revival and Journey. (www.1037theband.com) Have no fear Smooth Jazz fans because it lives on in a stream on www.kksf.com. Dave Pugh P/MM explains We thank all the loyal KKSF listeners for their passion and support over the years. We want to keep the music alive on the online platform and continue to provide a venue for smooth jazz artists to distribute their music.

FARRAH DRAWS 9 MILLION

The New York Daily News reports that NBC TV's broadcast of Farrah's Story on Friday night; May 8, 2009 is its largest audience in that time slot in over a year. Farrah Fawcett's battle against terminal cancer in the two-hour broadcast pulls in almost 9 million viewers.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who produces the Beatles first recording session? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CARL CHERKIN former Philadelphia Fox29 sports director is new VP of Communications for Major League Soccer (MLS) 2010. •RICH CLARKE (Bauer Radio Big City Network) & Kat Shoob (TV presenter) take over Capital FM's evening show (95.8) from Lucio Buffone as he exits to explore new opportunities. •ZAC DAVIS exits Clear Channel WRDU FM (The Rooster 106.1) Raleigh, NC for a PD position at Max Media Top 40 KONN FM (Hot 107.1) Denver, CO. Chris Shebel CC cluster OM and WRDU PD tacks on Zac's APD/MD/afternoon duties. •BMW offers factory installed HDR as a standard feature in its 2009 Series 6 and Series 7 autos.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 ELVIS PRESLEY's single All Shook Up leaps to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on May 13th. •1966 TOM GORMAN guitarist with Newport, RI Pop Rock group Belly born on May 20th. •1971 RICK TREVINO (Running Out of Reasons to Run #1-1996) born on May 16th in Houston, TX. •1986 LALA BROWN Hip Hop singer born Yolanda Brown on May 20th. •1998 FAITH HILL's single This Kiss kicks off its three-week stay at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on May 16th. •2008 BOB FLORENCE Jazz Composer-Big Band Leader-pianist Grammy winner with two Emmy awards dies at 75 on May 16th.

EMAILS YES WE HAVE EMAIL

SUKOSHI RICE (Blairsville, GA) Dear Jim, Yes, I read about Tejas after I first write. I am sorry for your loss. I have a little dog Mimi who is with me for 6 years and knows my every mood and move. And so I can imagine. My last name is Rice. I am around music and musicians either as a friend or fan or in my professional capacity as body/energy worker. Backstage, not on stage. I will check in to your website from time to time. With love, Sukoshi

TOM ASWELL (Denham Springs, LA) Jim, I’m truly sorry about Tejas. We all felt as though we knew her through you. I know how tough it can be. I have a little dog that I’m crazy about. Tom Aswell

ROB RICHIE (Madison, WI) Hi Jim: Thanks for your help. We also had a beautiful black Akita male, but he passed several years ago. Just a great dog. My sister lives on Menking Court. I can't thank you enough for your help. Rob

DERRILL HOLLY (Arlington, VA) My friend, I am so sorry. I do understand the closeness to pets and they really are our families. When I left Houston back in 1994, I brought my Lab mix Joey, and my American Short-hair cat, Honey with me to Washington. Joey passed away in 2000 (He lived 19 years) and Honey left us on Christmas morning 2007 (at age 20). They were both much loved and well taken care of. Honey's remains rest in my garden under the perennials she used to love to stalk in. I know your pain, and if you remember anything about me, then you will understand my sincere hope that tomorrow will be a better day for you Jim. These have been trying months, but your talent, your humor and your drive are all things that we, who read your newsletter have come to appreciate. You hang in there buddy, and know that you are in my prayers. Derrill

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Dear Jim, I am going to do my best to research today to see if there is a foundation in your area who will not only help you find another Akita, but provide for the animal's needs...something like the Baker Foundation in Dallas. IF I find anything helpful, I will send it to you. My daughter is great friends with the lady in Dallas who works with the Baker Foundation as she has accepted and loved several animals over the years from them. Perhaps her friend will know if there is anything similar in your area. Will you only be happy with an Akita? IF that is the case, then I will pray that is what we find...a puppy or does it need to be a little older? I know the effort that goes into house breaking and training a puppy. Maybe you would really like that. Let me know so I know how to specifically pray and look. I hope you are feeling the love people are feeling for you, Jim. You hang in there. Always, JC

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Jim, although we've never met except thru Jim Rose Remembers please accept my condolences for the loss of your beloved Tejas...the loss of a pet is devastating. Only those of us who've lost a pet can relate to the emptiness you must feel. Hang in there Jim. CC

DAN ROSEN (Tokyo-Kamakura, Japan) Dear Jim, Sorry to hear the sad news about Tejas. I hope memories of your time together will ease the pain of loss. Sincerely, Dan

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Good evening, Jim: I know it is sad indeed for you. Perhaps it's time for Tejas 11 to make an appearance. Our thoughts are with you. BOB & BARB

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Jim, So very sorry to hear the bad news about Tejas. Sandi and I share our home w/three cats and Lady our Sheltie and know how much extra joy pets contribute to our daily lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you... DrB

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Jim, I am so sorry to hear that Tejas passed away. What a great friend she was and you to her.

TRIVIA ANSWER: German band leader Bert Kaempfert discovers The Beatles in Hamburg. In summer 1961, Bert produces the Beatles first recording session as backup band for singer Tony Sheridan on Polydor records in Hamburg's Friedrich-Ebert-Halle. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and drummer Pete Best record eight songs with Sheridan. Two of those tunes release on a vinyl 45 rpm record. Remember those? The A side My Bonnie releases in America on MGM records and lands at #26 in 1964. Bert Kaempfert has hits of his own, too: Wonderland by Night remains at #1 for 3 weeks in 1960. Bert writes smash hits for other artists: Frank Sinatra's Strangers in the Night (#1-1966) and Al Martino's Spanish Eyes (#15-1966).

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday May 23rd. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday May 25th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Hi Jim, I know how much you love Akitas (and they are wonderful dogs) but have you considered a smaller breed that might be easier for you to walk with your bad back and more comfortable in an apartment? There's a lot of great choices out there. Our new boy Denny is a Shar-Pei/Yellow Lab mix weighing in around 38lbs. He's incredibly intelligent, loves to play and is the star of his Petsmart training class (even sits when I stop on a walk like a little gentleman!) He gets along with our 15 yr old Black Lab beautifully and is giving old Smokey a new challenge and lease on life (and Smokey has so far outlived the vet's expectations and is in amazing health she can still go on her nightly walks with Denny, slower but determined!) Hang in there! Dean (www.cmtcountry.com)

BEN HUR LAMPMAN (August 12, 1886-March 2, 1954) The one best place to bury a good dog is in the heart of his master.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 18, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #661

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

DALLAS RADIO NEWS ANCHOR LANDS ON HER FEET

In December 2008, CBS Radio News/Talk KRLD-1080 in Dallas, TX lays off morning news co-anchor Carla Marion. Carla leaps from one 50,000 watt clear channel flame thrower to another where she lands on her feet on Citadel News/Talk WBAP-820 as a reporter/anchor. Carla Marion is a 15 year radio news journalist in the Dallas-Ft. Worth market.

MYSTERY!

Does Clear Channel Radio flip Smooth Jazz KKSF FM (103.7) in San Francisco, CA? Radio Insight reports that on Thursday, May 14, 2009 CCR registers new domains: 1037theband.com, 1037band.com, band1037.com, theband1037.com and thebandsf.com. Can the new logo be The Band with a Rock or Top 40 format? Only the Shadow knows. Stay tuned to this Bat channel.

ZIMMER LAUNCHES NEW NEWS/TALK

On August 3, 2009 Zimmer Radio launches another News/Talk station in Joplin, MO as ESPN Sports KZYM-1230 flips to Talk 1230. Part of the new syndicated lineup includes: Dave Ramsey, Laura Ingraham and Dennis Miller. Chad Elliot, Zimmer/Joplin director of operations and programming, explains We feel there is room for another spoken-word station in Joplin. Talk 1230 will be a good partner for News/Talk 1310 KZRG.

STILL TIME TO VOTE!

Casey Carter, PD/morning co-host on Citadel KXKC FM (Hot Country 99) Lafayette-New Iberia, LA and her morning co-host Scott Daniels receive nominations for Best Morning Show by the Times of Acadiana. This is part of its Best of Acadiana survey. Casey swoons, While it's 'an honor to be nominated, it would totally kick all a** to win! Still time to cast votes through June 1, 2009. This is the link to cast votes: www.timesofacadiana.com.

VOTE DEADLINE FAST APPROACHES!

In 2004, 2005 and 2006 I receive nominations for induction into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. These nominations are truly honors to behold! Here in 2009, I receive another nomination for induction into the TRHoF. Maybe 4 times is a charm. Join, nominate and vote for your choice in the Texas Radio Hall of Fame click: www.texasradiohalloffame.com/inductionspecial.html. Thank you very much for your votes! Good luck to us all!

TRIVIA QUESTION: What mega recording artist-movie star is one of more than 30 who turn down the Everly Brothers Bye Bye Love? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MARK LANDIS honcho of News-Talk KTSA-550 & Hot AC KTFM FM (94.1) in San Antonio, TX celebrates his birthday on May 18, 2009! We meet at the Houston Radio Reunion in July 2008. Mark is one of radio's good guys. Salute! •CBS RADIO-HOUSTON, TX moves Dave Morales to afternoons on Hot AC KHMX FM. Kaden is now afternoons on CHR/Top 40 KKHH FM. Keith Scott former PD/morning personality at KHMX FM along with John Whalen his producer leave the building. •CLEAR CHANNEL RADIO asks lenders to restructure its $18 billion in debts.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 WRECKLESS ERIC GOULDEN British New Wave-Rock & Roll singer-songwriter-guitarist born in Newhaven, East Sussex on May 18th. •1964 BUCK OWENS' single My Heart Skips A Beat lands at #1 in Billboard on May 16th. •1975 GARY THAIN New Zealand bassist with Uriah Heep dies of heroin overdose on December 8th. •1980 ALABAMA's Tennessee River releases on RCA records on May 16th. •1992 BARBARA LEE JONES singer with Chiffons dies of a heart attack at 48 on May 15th. •2006 TOBY KEITH's album White Trash With Money simultaneously reaches Gold and Platinum on May 16th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Jim I did join the Texas Radio Hall of Fame and nominate you as a candidate. Oops are u already in the Hall of Fame. Anyway...my heart was in the right place. I previously mentioned the loss of Tejas. I had only one pet my entire 71 years of living. My dog Primo, the same dog which drew the wrath of k9 allergic Paul Berlin one morning after I kept him in the studio with me during my tenure at KQUE. He died over 25 years ago and I've never become attached to another animal. Pets are special in our lives and I've always felt they find us, we don't find them. I guess God meant for me to be a one pet person. Keep the faith Jim. CC

DAVE MICHAELS (San Diego, CA) Subject: Your little dog. Jim - so sorry to hear about your friend! My little one will be 17 in June! She is half blind, can't hear anymore when I call her, has weak little back legs from old age I guess. But we still love her just like a family member, YOU know what I mean! Take care of yourself, and get another pet; in memory of the one you lost! I agree with the Will Rogers quote! Dave Michaels

TEJAS Akita girl doggie is over 90 pounds of freight train strength but has a fluffy bunny rabbit's sweet love. It's a mighty lonely place without Tejas because around here the gorgeous girl rules the roost with her liveliness and love but she is not here anymore.

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Dear Jim, Through all the storms, I had computer problems...finally was able to get on line yesterday and then while trying to resolve some problems, I lost the JRRR which had the address so I could write to thank your associate pastor for helping you with your dear Tejas. Like others, I've shed many tears; but, the strange thing is I was sitting thinking about you when I decided to check my computer as it had stormed all night AGAIN, and I had your latest! I understand the pain of losing your precious pet. I particularly liked your quote from Will Rogers today, who by the way, I only recently learned is a distant cousin. I totally agree with what he said. Why would anyone believe there is a heaven that doesn't include animals?!? Are we not all God's creation? I hope you are feeling the love people are feeling for you, Jim. You hang in there. Always, JC

CHURCH TO THE RESCUE!

After the death of my precious Tejas Akita girl doggie at 5 am on Friday, May 8, 2009 I spend over six harrowing hours on the telephone to try to locate a vet, someone, anyone to help with the body of my dearly departed doggie. But all I receive is NO! or more numbers to call. Do speak with Noreen Dickson at Pets Are Us Rescue. For well over an hour her words help ease some of the pain of the loss of my very best friend, Tejas Akita girl. Finally at about 12:30 pm I call the associate pastor of my church. Leave a message. Speak with his secretary who assures me that help is on the way. In the 2 o'clock hour two fellas from the church arrive to take my baby away to the vet. Please send cards and letters of thank you to Larry Bertrand; Associate Pastor; Tallowood Baptist Church; 555 Tallowood Road; Houston, TX 77024. Also, please let us know when you send your letter. Thank you. May the Lord richly bless you.

JO & JIM TRAVIS (Hot Springs, AR) Subject: Read this...closely. Concentrate on this: 'When God takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better. 'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.' Something good will happen to you today; something that you have been waiting to hear. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

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JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Hey Jim, Jerry Mueller (Miller) here...about those RCA 45's...I was assistant record librarian at WMIN in St. Paul, Minnesota, and attending Brown Radio School in Minneapolis in early 1951, when RCA sent bandleader/pianist Frankie Carle on a radio station tour to give to & introduce the ENTIRE RCA library, then available for the first time on 45 rpm records. He was promoted as "Mr. 45"! At WMIN I had to file the darn things ASAP. DJ/announcers Norm Page & Stu Lindeman ran the music shows on this Indy station. In 1952 working at KIBL in Beeville, TX, (my 1st job) we started using the little 45 players/changers...'talking' the intro until the record dropped and started playing. No cueing as yet! The infancy of Top 40 Radio on all non-network stations!

KIBL-1490 in Beeville, TX is now Your Kinda Country.

NOREEN DICKSON (Houston-Cypress, TX) In the rescue business we use the rainbow bridge to help us through the passing of the animals. We may not do dogs and cats but I can assure you we get attached to the animals we do care for. Many come to us in horrendous shape and they expect us to perform a miracle which does happen occasionally, I remember so many nights with no sleep caring for an animal that was touch and go. They were all worth it. I understand not everyone can love a snake but we do! We just don't have the man power or have the volunteers to add dogs and cats, not only that we did attempt to save dogs in Lake Jackson but were continually harassed by the SPCA so we just closed that division and do a few small dogs on the side. Thank you, Noreen; Pets Are Us Rescue (www.petsareusrescue.org) / (www.petsareus.petfinder.com) / (http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Reptileandexoticrescues/) / (www.myspace.com/petsareus)/ (http://PetsAreUsRescue2260.petsunlimited.com) "If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow men." ~ St. Francis of Assisi

JOE LADD (Houston, TX) Hey Jim, Sorry to hear about Tejas entering that big doggie gate in the sky. I lost my Bennie, a beautiful collie on the day I left for the US Army in 1960. I've been though two wives and many girl friends since and to this date nothing has replaced Bennie. Yes, a dog is men's best friend. Joe Ladd

TRIVIA ANSWER: Elvis Presley turns down the tune Bye Bye Love. The Everly Brothers version hits #2 on Billboard. It remains on the chart for 22 weeks.

JOHNNY SHANNON (San Antonio, TX) Jim, I'm saddened to hear of the loss of your best friend, Tejas. Having experienced losing beloved pets in my life, I know the empty space in your heart can only be filled with the love and kindness from your many friends......and that Tejas is now running and playing in a happy place. All the best thoughts to you, my friend. Johnny

REV. BILLY GRAHAM (November 7, 1918-p) I think God will have prepared everything for our perfect happiness. If it takes my dog being there [in Heaven], I believe she'll be there.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 15, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #660

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LOOK! UP IN THE SKY! IT'S SUPERMAN!

Remember the man who is faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, able to leap tall buildings in a single bound? From 1978 to 1987, we glue our eyes to the silver screen in awe as Christopher Reeve portrays Superman. Lois Lane is his paramour. Personally, in 1979 I also recollect my time on Houston's Super 79 KULF-790 when we wear our T-shirts with the huge unmistakable red and yellow ‘S’ emblem on our chests. Well, the real McCoy Superman III costume goes on the auction block in Aussieland's Melbourne mega-tropolis on May 24, 2009. Auctioneers expect the blue Superman leotard with its red and yellow ‘S’ logo, pair of red shorts and yellow belt to fetch between $15,000 and $20,000. This particular Superman uniform has slits in its side for cables to suspend Reeve as he mimics flying scenes in Superman III. We rarely see Superman suits on the auction block. If we hurry we can catch a glimpse of Lois Lane's idol's costume at Bonhams and Goodman, 540 Malvern Rd, Prahran on May 22nd and 23rd before it hits the auction floor on the 24th. Don't be square! Be there! Be there!

LOUISVILLE NAMES STREET AFTER TV REPORTER

The Louisville, KY Metro Council passes a resolution that a stretch of Armory Place next to WHAS TV’s headquarters name changes to Chuck Olmstead Way in honor of a long time TV journalist. Chuck, who is a 34 year newsman for Channel 11, dies on March 10, 2009. The resolution declares that Olmstead is a valued and respected news reporter. The message also states that he won many local and national awards and will be remembered for his thorough, in-depth coverage of major news stories. It says that many of his stories focused on helping people in need. Olmstead also appears on TV stations in Boston; NYC; Washington, D.C. and Hartford, CT. The Louisville city Public Works Department erects the street sign near the intersection of Chestnut Street and Armory Place. Metro Council president David Tandy (D-4th District) is the sponsor.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What year does the 1st 7" vinyl 45 rpm record appear in our favorite record stores? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DR. BRUCE NELSON GM/AM Drive DJ on KFTX FM in Corpus Christi, TX celebrates 66 years on this earth on Friday, May 15, 2009 plus over 50 years in radio. Salute! •PETE SALANT exits his PD post at Clear Channel Country WWYZ FM (Country 92.5) Hartford-Waterbury, CT after 4 years. Pete programs Country WWYZ FM (92.5), ESPN WPOP-1410, Newstalk WELI-960 & Talk WAVZ-1300. •LINCOLN FINANCIAL'S latest budget cut eliminates Creative Director Danny Wright's position at Top 40 WSTR FM (Star 94) Atlanta, GA. Reach out and touch Danny at djdannywright@aol.com.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 KITTY WELLS' It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels is her 1st recording session for Decca Records at the Castle Studio in Nashville, TN on May 3rd. •1966 PETE WIGGS keyboards with London Pop trio Saint Etienne born on May 15th. •1976 JOHNNY CASH records One Piece at a Time on March 5th in Hendersonville, TN at the House of Cash. •1983 HOLLY VALANCE Australian singer-actress born Holly Rachel Vukadinovic on May 11th. •1994 CLINT BLACK's Good Run of Bad Luck lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on May 7th. •2000 IAN DURY singer-songwriter with the The Blockheads dies on March 27th.

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JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) Jim, I know that words won't help, but I wish I had some to pass along anyway. From the very first JRRR when you spoke of Kei-Kou it was obvious that you are a real animal lover. When Tejas arrived in 2005 after your loss, I remember thinking how wonderful it was that you found another companion. All I can say is reading your account of her death brought me to tears twice, and they are still there. I wish I had a puppy for you, but maybe someone can help? I know for sure that being alone is the worst thing in the world! your friend, conejo "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday May 16th, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PDT 6PM-9PM EDT 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Catch the stream on: www.KOCIRadio.com twitter at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09 (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/)

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BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Jim; I received word that Rick Wais, the morning news anchor for the Texas State network is in the hospital. He apparently suffered a stroke early Monday morning. I checked with TSN's Doug Helton, who passed along word that, while it is serious, he is recovering. Rick is one of the best and nicest people in the business. He has more than 25 years under his belt with TSN. Let's pray for a speedy recovery. Bob Crowley

NOREEN (Lake Jackson, TX) Sorry I haven't gotten back to you sooner but my computer server was down for repair for 2 days. I know there was nothing that I could do but hopefully our conversation if anything else helped passed the time until the church members helped you. Which is a blessing. I know the loss that you feel when we loose our babies early and unexpectedly, I myself am still trying to get over Pepper's death, I can only thank God that he allowed me to be there when he passed. There are so many heartless people out there whom don't care for their animals it is unbelievable. Sorry about the rambling on and may you find your best friend and provide her with a loving forever home. Thank you, Noreen; Pets Are Us Rescue (www.petsareusrescue.org) / (www.petsareus.petfinder.com) / (http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/Reptileandexoticrescues/) / (www.myspace.com/petsareus) / (http://PetsAreUsRescue2260.petsunlimited.com) We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals - Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)

DAN GALLO (Houston, TX) Jim, So sorry to hear about Tejas! I concur with my friend, R.B. McEntire. There are so many "special buddies" who need a home and the love that goes with one. Every Thursday morning, Meera Nandlal with the Houston SPCA brings a "guest" onto the show for adoption. Some of the stories behind these animals, especially the rescue stories, will bring a lump to your throat. I always enjoyed reading your notes about Tejas. Hang in there, my friend! Dan

ROBERT B. MCENTIRE (Houston, TX) God knows Tejas is gone and he will arrange for a new little sweetheart to enter your life. Things will get better in a hurry. Hang in there.

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) God bless my friend, you'll never forget her I know.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Sad news...just learned Sun aft...have not been on-line since Thursday evening; I worked Sat 10-3 to help them out. I await details. Please accept my sincere condolences & I am thinking of you; so sorry this happened. BOB & Sonny Lee

TRIVIA ANSWER: In 1949, RCA produces the 1st 7" vinyl 45 rpm record with the large center hole. This pretty much ends the reign of the large fragile 78 rpm record. Next arrivals are 8-track tapes, cassettes, CDs and who knows what else?

DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Oh no! What happened? Tejas was too young and sweet. Jim, I'm so sorry for your loss...Tejas was such a sweet dog and certainly gave you some exercise on her walks. Cindy and I lost our beloved Shar-Pei/Lab mix last August at age 13 and it was like losing our own kid. We cried for weeks. Then we rescued a beautiful Shar-Pei/Lab mix we named "Denny" (after William Shatner's Denny Crane character) and he's been just wonderful. Nevertheless, there's no replacing Skippy, but there is room in our hearts for another family member. Will you be looking for another Akita? Dean

KEI-KOU my precious Akita girl doggie develops severe hip and joint problems. She has to be put asleep in August 2005 at 9 or 10 years of age. December 2005 is when another precious Akita girl doggie Tejas arrives in her real home here in Houston, TX from a not so good life in Tulsa, OK. When I take a nap last week she runs away and must consume some poison outside somewhere. Tejas dies at 5 am on Friday, May 8, 2009. This devastating shock continues to stop my entire world! Because I rescue both Akita girl doggies not sure of their actual ages. Both of my Akita girl doggies are beyond the greatest treasures to behold. They are the most gorgeous and sweet doggies on the face of God's green earth. Another Akita girl doggie must quickly come to my rescue because the sadness and loneliness are unbearable. Through JRRR Tejas has many fans all over the world especially our teammates who meet Tejas in person. Just ask Dr. Jeff Cunningham, his daughter Zoe; Dean Daniels and his wife Cindy; Bob Grant and wife; Mike Marshall, Mike Cannon, John Hale and Andy Waldrop. As long as the tributes continue to arrive we carry on our memorial service on the loss of my very best friend and companion, Tejas Akita girl doggie, as she crosses over the Rainbow Bridge.

WILL ROGERS (November 4, 1879-August 15, 1935) If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went..

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 13, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #659

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TEJAS' LAST DAY

At 5am on Friday morning, May 8, 2009 my precious Akita girl doggie dies with her head in my hand. There are no words to describe the panic and total shock at the loss of my very best friend. Tejas and I are inseparable. For the next 6 hours I try to locate a vet or anyone to help in this life or death emergency situation but this interests no one. They either say No! or pass the buck to another phone number to call. Finally sometime in the noon hour I call my large church. Leave a message on the associate pastor's telephone. Then call his secretary. She assures me that someone will soon arrive to take Tejas' now lifeless body to the vet for cremation. In the 2 o'clock hour two large members of my church's maintenance staff arrive to take Tejas to her final appointment at the vet. Cannot watch as they lean down to pick up Tejas and place her in the huge blanket size gauze like cloth. Tejas leaves her daddy and forever home for the final time. Tears never stop falling. What we request that you do is flood the office of my church's associate pastor to let him know how much you appreciate him and my church for their help in Tejas and my dire time of need. Please send your letters of thank you to Larry Bertrand; Associate Pastor; Tallowood Baptist Church; 555 Tallowood Road; Houston, TX 77024. Also, please let us know when you send your letter. Thank you. May the Lord richly bless you.

JOAN PATE-DAY Jim I was just thinking....Seeing as how I have been in church work for several years, volunteering in the office, I know there are many things a church does for which it receives no thanks. If you would print the name and address of the church, wouldn't it be swell if we all sent them a thank you note for helping you? If each of your readers would do that, what a pleasant surprise it would be to the church who came to your aid. Each could send you the message the note had been sent and you could let us know how many were received.

NEW SIGNAL PRESENTER

UK radio Signal 1 FM (102.6) in Staffordshire and Cheshire evening show presenter Simon Morykin moves to mid-mornings. In 1999, Simon begins his radio career on Tower FM. Then he joins Pop format Juice FM (107.6) in Liverpool. Next, he moves to Dance Galaxy FM (Love Music 102) in Manchester as a producer for the Wes at Breakfast show. In September 2008, he arrives at Signal 1 from Wish FM (You Love It - We Play It 102.4) in Wigan and St. Helens.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What does F.O.B. mean in England Dan Seals and John Ford Coley's Pop group Southwest F.O.B.? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•NANCY GRACE CNBC Headline News night talk host personally buys 100 boxes of Girl Scout cookies for our troops as a part of the scout program. Nancy tells TVNewser, I was so touched by the Girl Scouts' efforts to send cookies to our troops around the world. •WMAQ TV NBC O&O CH 5 Chicago, IL drops its hour long local newscasts at 6 am and 9 am on Sundays effective May 24, 2009 in an effort to cut overhead expenses. •RUPERT MURDOCH News Corporation (Fox TV) CEO makes a pessimistic declaration: The worst is over.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 GENE VINCENT Rock-a-Billy singer records Be-Bop-A-Lula at the Bradley Film & Recording Studio on May 4th in Nashville, TN. •1963 JULIAN BROOKHOUSE guitarist with British Pop group Curiosity Killed the Cat born on May 13th. •1977 ERIC CHURCH (How 'Bout You Top 20-2006) born on May 3rd in Granite Falls, NC. •1989 IRVING BERLIN composer of many pop songs-stage shows and film hit tunes dies at 101 on September 22nd. •1998 SHANIA TWAIN's single You're Still The One certifies Platinum on May 6th. •2008 GERALD WIGGINS Jazz pianist dies at 86 on July 13th in Los Angeles, CA.

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MICHAEL O'SHEA (Beverly Hills, CA) Jim...So devastated to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts. Somewhere in a shelter near you there is another little guy or gal who's life is threatened purely by its circumstance. Go save a life, Jim, It'll help you with your loss and it will make a huge difference for another. Bless you. Sincerely, Michael O'Shea

JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Subject: TEJAS dies! So saddened by your news. Tejas was part of you, and always will be. Remember the good times. Tejas was an exceptional dog. No words can express my feelings. My prayers are with you. Jonathan

RANDY KENDRICK (Denver-Parker, CO) Jim, so very sad to read about your loss of Tejas. Losing a companion like that is a tough thing to go through. Yet the love our pets give us outweigh even the sadness of losing them. I will be devastated when Molly, our current dog, is no longer with us. I have read your articles from time to time, but don't know if I ever wrote or not. We worked together for a while at KULF. I also was at KTRH, KEYH, KFMK, KGOL and Houston Traffic Central back in the 70s & 80s. I don't know if you remember me or not. In any case, a hearty hello to you! I currently live outside of Denver, Colorado and work in product marketing at Dish Network. If you do remember my lovely wife Debra, she and I are still together, married for over 35 years, and all the boys are grown. We have 3 grandchildren. Well, enough rambling for now. And again, very sorry to learn about Tejas. Randy Kendrick Parker, CO

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LARRY SCOTT (Dallas-Terrell, TX) Jim, Gail and I share your grief. We don't have any grandchildren but we do have "grand dogs." They are closer than family. I always heard, a man that loves his dog is a good man. From the first time I talked to you I could tell you were a good compassionate person. Your love for Tejas certainly proved that. Larry and Gail Scott

BILL YOUNG (Houston-Sugar Land, TX) I'm sorry to hear about Tejas. I have had dogs all my life (have 3 now) and I know how important these relationships are to us. I could write a book about the amazing things I have learned from them. I know the pain you feel. My thoughts are with you. Bill

DAVE CROCKETT (Houston, TX) Jim, So sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is almost as hard as losing anyone else you love and care about. Akitas are great dogs. I’m sure Tejas gave you lots of enjoyment, companionship and memories over the years. Again Jim, sorry for your loss. Dave E. Crockett; Audio Producer-Voice Talent; Bill Young Productions; Sugar Land, TX

ROBERT B. MCENTIRE (Houston, TX) We just went thru the same shock and sorrow. I don't know if your mind is in a place yet to think about this...but, there is sweet baby 'out there' who needs you in a special way and you need that baby just as much. Honor Tejas by taking in another special friend who would not stand a chance were it not for you. The tears will go away, the sweet memories will last forever. McEntire

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Oh, my God, Jim...I feel your pain! Your loyal companion is gone and I know the sadness is overwhelming. Mary Lou and I treasure each and every moment we've had with our wonderful pets. They are all truly God's gifts when we come home at the end of the day...to greet us with a friendly lick on the face...the wag of a bushy tail...never questioning how we look or how we dress, just always happy to see us and thrilled to get a pat on the head or a scratch on the back. Each one of our pets, dogs and cats hold a special place in our memories. Their personalities were as different as their breeds. Some we found on the side of the road, some wandered in just looking for a bite to eat and never left. Stray cats to Olde English Sheepdogs, German Shepherds to rescue animals...we've had 'em all and loved them like family...because that's just what they are! The current love of our life is a 158 pound Great Pyrenees named Beau. He is a true delight for all of us. Unfortunately, he's 10 years old...very, very old in doggie years. It's very difficult to see him slowing down but the magic he brings to our world will remain forever. My wish for you is to savor that special magic Tejas brought into your life and let her memory comfort you, my friend. Joe

RON SELDEN (Palestine, TX) Jim, I read about Tejas through tear-filled eyes. My wife, Jean, and I send you our most heartfelt sympathy. Ron

JOHN STEEL (Houston, TX) Jim, I am so sorry to hear this. John Steel

TRIVIA ANSWER: England Dan Seals and John Ford Coley's 1968 Pop group Southwest F.O.B. means Freight On Board. The band breaks up in 1969.

MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) OMG!!!! I am so sorry! What happened? I thought you got Tejas as a pup when Kei-Kou passed away? My heart goes out to you. Nearly 5 years passed now since my beloved Nicholas passed on. It's like losing a family member, or even harder. Take care of yourself...mike (www.knus99.com/)

TEJAS arrives here in Houston, TX from Tulsa, OK in December 2005 at the young age of 3. She dies on Friday, May 8, 2009 at around 7 years old.

RONALD REAGAN (February 6, 1911-June 05, 2004) The best way to get over a dog's death is to get another soon.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 11, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #658

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TEJAS DIES!!!

Around 5 am on Friday, May 8, 2009 my precious Akita angel baby Tejas dies. Panic sets in! This cannot be true! But she just lies there on the kitchen floor in front of her turbo fan near her daddy and our computer. Tejas is my friend. She is my family. We are inseparable. Now she is gone. Keep expecting her to come over to daddy for some hugs and love like she usually does but she just lies motionless on the floor. She weighs 100 lbs and I cannot carry her out to the car. What am I going to do? Find the new Pet Smart 24 hour pet emergency phone number on the flyer that arrives in our mail box. The guy who answers says this is the pet hotel. He gives me the actual number but the recording says they open at 7am! Tejas still has some warmth on her neck and head. Call him back. He gives another number and others, too, but they only have recordings that say when they open. So, Tejas still lies on the kitchen floor at 7 am because no one seems to care about my precious angel. Spend 6 or more hours on the phone but no vet shows interest. At 12:29 pm place a call to the associate pastor of my big church Tallowood Baptist. Leave a message. Talk with his secretary. Sometime after 2 pm two large guys from the church maintenance staff place Tejas inside a large gauze blanket to make her final visit to the vet. The tears do not stop since 5 am when I know that my angel baby Tejas crosses the Rainbow Bridge.

NAB LEADER RESIGNS

David Rehr, NAB President/CEO, suddenly resigns his post after only 3-1/2 years. In December 2005, the former President of the National Beer Wholesalers Association succeeds 23-year NAB top executive Eddie Fritts. The NAB board now searches for Rehr's replacement. David remains with the NAB for a one-month transition. The NAB President/CEO position is the chief face of radio and television in Washington, DC.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is Sonny and Cher's daughter Chastity Bono's middle name? The answer appears below.

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C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) The CC that Dr. Bruce is referring to is Clear Channel, not the CC you all know and love...LOL! Keep up the good work, Jim, I really enjoy it! Your ol' pal, CC McCartney (www.ccmccartney.com)

TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Subject: TEJAS dies! Oh my, Jim. How sad to hear of the loss of your closest friend, Tejas. I have 5 cats (down from eleven) and a couple of those that have gone were severe blows. Anyone who's had a close relationship with a companion like Tejas is feeling some of your pain. Hope you have someone there who is close enough to you to help you through this ordeal. Know that your friends out here in email land love you and are with you in spirit and support. Tom

JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Oh, Jim, I am so, so sorry. Bless your heart. There's one thing I know, Tejas was very loved. And...I know in my heart that your precious Tejas will be waiting for you on the other side of this life. Will be praying for you as I know your heart is broken. JC

LOU KIRBY [Louis Connors] (Cancun, Mexico) Jim...sorry for your loss...I’m not from Houston, and don`t live there. I live in Mexico...been here last 20 years...wishing you well....Lou Kirby

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CHUCK DUNAWAY (Houston, TX) Jim: Believe me, we know your sorrow. When one of our pets died about three years ago Kendall and I both cried for hours and still tear up at the mention of her name. I don’t know if you are familiar with the Rainbow Bridge or not, but I’m sending it to you. God will Bless Tejas for giving you so much joy over the years. Kendall and I share in your pain. I received an email from my friend in Mexico, Lou Kirby, telling me that you were having trouble disposing of tejas’ remains. Is that still true?…email me and let me know. Chucky

MARGARITA SMITH (Houston, TX) Oh my God! Just read your message. Me and Tommy feel absolutely awful for you. What in the world happened? She was still young. Please let us know. You cannot replace Tejas as she was so wonderful but maybe you can find another friend at Caps animal shelter where we found Shadow as you need somebody to walk with you. Take care, Margareta

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, It's with great sorrow that I hear that Tejas has died. I'm a dog owner too, and crazy about Maxwell, my Scottie. I know how much Tejas has meant to you, and if, like the song says, there's a Little Dog Heaven, I'm certain Tejas is there. Please get back with me and let me know you're gonna get through this okay. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music "We're at the best parties!"

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake,TX) Whoa Jimbo... Sure you are upset and depressed at this time. But would you want to tarnish Tejas memory by giving up now? The time Tejas has been your best friend, why Tejas gave you all of the love possible to give. How sad it would be to deprive Tejas of a happy, not sad, doggie Heaven by you not continuing the love inside your heart. As long as you are here, so is Tejas. It seems to me the good Lord saw to it Tejas would make it back home to spend what time left with a loving friend and master. I remember when Tejas first came to you. Replacing your other best friend. You felt the same way back then. I can not think of the right words to say to you to ease your pain, but by golly I sure know how to pray for you. Dear Lord, forgive me of my sins and make me worthy of this prayer to you. I ask it right now, in your precious holy name, to surround your arms around Jim in his sorrow. Help him to see he gave all of the love he had to his devoted friend Tejas. Stand by him and guide him to accept the grief and to go on from here. I know you are kinda busy Lord but do ask you to take time to comfort our dear friend Jim and show him how all of his friends are feeling his pain as well. In your name I ask this amen.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! I am not sure but this seems like a time to ask for a donation to be sent. I am not sure how much an Akita goes for. But sounds like a worthy cause. Take Care, Charles

DICK GLANCEY (San Antonio, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Sad, sad news for sure. Keep your chin up...things are bound to get better. Take plenty of time to pray...love yourself! Great idea. The sooner you get another dog, the better for you...good luck Dick Glancey

JOHN WESLEY DOWNEY (Houston-Sugar Land, TX) Jim, I'm genuinely sorry to hear of Tejas' passing. I know how much Tejas meant to you. My condolences. John

DONNA CROFT [T.J. Callahan] (Houston, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Oh my gosh! So sorry, Jim. Was she sick? Poor tejas. My husband, Ricky, is a veterinarian and he said you are probably right, that tejas was poisoned. Possibly not intentionally, but she could have gotten into rat poison or who knows what roaming around the complex and strange homes. At least she knows you were there for her when she needed you most. Teej

COLONEL ST. JAMES (Houston, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Dear Jim, I am so sorry. I know what Tejas meant to you, or as a dog owner myself, I think I do. I've lost a puppy or two before, so I know what you're going through now. God bless you, Jim and Tejas, too. Aloha, Colonel St. James (www.colonelstjames.com) Listen 7pm til 12Mid CT online at www.kkrw.com!

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! OH NO! Jim, that's horrible. I am so sorry. I can only imagine your sorrow. There is nothing like the companionship of a good and faithful dog. As Kinky Friedman says: "Money can buy a dog, but only love can make it wag its tail." Condolences, Bob

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) I am devastated. I am so sorry Jim. I thought she would be with you for years to come. I am going to say a special prayer for you. And Tejas. She was good to you and I felt a special bond with her. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

CHET MAXWELL (San Antonio, TX) Oh Jim, I am so sorry. I don't know what to say. I don't know how to express it to you. I know the pain is almost unbearable. She must have gotten into some chemical when she was exploring. I will be here the rest of the afternoon. Feel free to contact me. Chet

TRIVIA ANSWER: Sonny and Cher's daughter Chastity's middle name is Sun because they say that she brings light to their lives.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Subject: TEJAS dies! Jim...I'm so sorry for your terrible loss...even if expected, an event of this magnitude cannot be easily understood nor, it seems, even comprehended. Only time and the loving support of friends and those who are close to you can offer any measure of comfort and help, somehow, to bridge the deep sadness of your loss. Tejas' unconditional acceptance and Love for you surely touched you from the moment you first met and through the years. And that 'unconditional giving' certainly played a role in helping to influence the consummate 'can-do' individual and the loving, giving person you have become. And that, in its rare and wonderful way, is a very tangible form of immortality. Please know, Jim, that my heart aches for you. I know I'm speaking for your many friends and fans during this distressing and sorrowful time...and it will be that very thing: time, which will ease much of the hurt you must now feel. Your friend... Dan McCurdy - KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004. Sherman, Texas

PARRIS AFTON BONDS (Dallas, TX) Jim, I'm sooooo sorry. No words to console a loss like this, as close as you two were. Parris (www.parrisaftonbonds.com/)

SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE (1772-1834) To be loved is all I need, And whom I love, I love indeed.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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May 08, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #657

HAPPY MOTHERS' DAY! (May 10, 2009)

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PHILLY MOTHERS DAY RACE

On Mother's Day Sunday, May 10, 2009 women of Philadelphia, PA radio and TV stations Race for the Cure to raise money for Breast Cancer research. Viewers can watch the race live on Viacom KYW TV CBS CH3 from 6-9 am. TV sprinters from the City of Brotherly (and sisterly) Love are CBS3 Women of Eyewitness News: Susan Barnett (news anchor), Pat Ciarrocchi (noon news anchor), Carol Erickson (weekend meteorologist), Maria LaRosa (morning and noon meteorologist), Kathy Orr (Chief Meteorologist) and Mary Stoker Smith (weekend evening anchor). Also in the lineup is CW Philly CH57 Wake Up News anchor Natasha Brown, plus others. Philly radio runners are Valerie Knight of CBS Radio Oldies WOGL FM (98.1); Vince Hill of CBS Radio News-Sports KYW-1060 and Steve Trevilise of sister station Sports WIP-610.

FNC HAS A NEW BABY

Janice Dean, whom we affectionately love and adore as The Weather Machine, returns to Fox News Channel from her maternity leave on Monday, May 04, 2009. She says I do in 2008. He says I will try. Janice's new baby boy arrives on January 24, 2009. His name is Matthew. Dean gets emotional: Thank goodness [Glenn Beck] made crying okay on television. In the current issue of Pregnancy and Newborn Magazine Janice talks about her newborn baby boy and how it is to live with multiple sclerosis, I feel like I'm one of the lucky ones. Two-and-a-half years ago Janice Dean receives a diagnosis of MS. Neil Cavuto of Fox Business News also has MS.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the first live satellite TV broadcast? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•AMERICAN WOMEN IN RADIO AND TELEVISION - Southern California Chapter cancels its 45th Annual 2009 Genii Awards Show in Los Angeles, CA out of respect for the rising number of AWRT colleagues who have recently lost their jobs in the current down economy. •JOHN DOMANSKI (Talk host John Roman) dies unexpectedly at 55 on March 9, 2009 from a massive heart attack. After he hosts Roman on the Radio and is PD of Cumulus Talk WWCK-1570 Flint, MI he retires to Tallahassee, FL. •BBC launches a new DAB transmitter at Truleigh Hill which sends a signal down south to the coast of Downs and Sussex.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 RANDY TRAVIS born Randy Traywick on May 4th at Memorial Hospital in Monroe, NC. •1961 PHIL CAMPBELL Welsh Lead guitarist with Motorhead born on May 7th. •1977 LORETTA LYNN is on the cover of Rolling Stone on May 5th. •1986 MATT HELDERS drummer for UK Rock band Arctic Monkeys born on May 7th. •1991 TRAVIS TRITT's single Here's A Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares) releases on Warner Brothers records on May 7th. •2006 LEW ANDERSON sax player/actor/bandleader dies on May 14th.

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GARY MICHAEL ROSS (Greensboro, NC) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #472. Enjoyed reading about 790 KULF days (albeit one year after you posted it)...I recall our coming out party in the Cork Club, Dick French introducing the new crew...I came from Portland as did Andy Barber...as I recall the dayparts, Mike Mann followed London & Engleman, then myself...Andy Barber afternoons and Coyote Calhoun 7-12m...clearly you and Hank Moore had most of the ears doing the Oldies show. Kenny Miles replaced London and Engleman w/his dead on Jimmy Carter stuff. I lasted until John Long and Rusty Black came to town. I had three radio stops after Houston...7 years in St. Louis (KSD-FM), 6 yrs in Phoenix (KOOL) and 11 yrs in Greensboro, NC. The final shoe dropped in June 2006 w/Entercom...format change, at that point I called it a career. I'm now the Assistant Athletics Director at University of North Carolina Greensboro Thanks. Gary Michael Ross

KULF-790

In 1978, when I move over from the noon-3pm DJ spot on Dave Morris' Country KNUZ-1230 here in Houston, TX to Harte-Hanks Top 40 KULF-790, Bill Bosse is the GM and Steve Roddy is the PD. From 1978-80 we witness some of America's top radio talent come and go through the doors of the Super 79 penthouse suite high atop 2100 Travis Street. In 1979, Dick French arrives from RKO Top 40 WHBQ-560 in Memphis, TN as KULF's new GM. Dick's wife becomes the GM of sister station Beautiful Music KYND FM (92.9). KULF listeners hear my voice in several different time spots. Eventually, I end up on 7pm-midnight. This is in addition to the Oldies but Goodies show on Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons that Hank Moore and I host. Both of us are avid record collectors with a boatload of Oldies trivia in our photographic memories. One Saturday night Hank is absent but in his place are two more Oldies buffs from KTRK TV CH13 - Ed Brandon (Chief Meterologist), Bob Allen (Sports Director) and the lovely Jan Glenn (morning TV talk show hostess). Very difficult to recall a more fun time on the radio. In 1979, we have several different morning shows: Steve Lundy, London (Jon) & Engleman (Ron) and Stevens (Mark) & Pruett (Jim). Next, Coyote Calhoun rolls in from WAKY-790 in Louisville, KY for the 7pm-midnight fling. This gives me a much needed rest from 7 days a week on the radio. KULF decides to have a huge elegant shindig in the former Cork Club in our penthouse suite. Top members of ad agencies, other media, plus hand-picked high-dollar company representatives are on the A list. French outfits us DJs in black tuxedos for KULF Party Night. That evening, I return to the 7pm-midnight DJ throne. Special guest artists at the event are England Dan and John Ford Coley who ride Billboard at #10 with Love Is the Answer. After their performance, the Pop duo heads for the boom box studio for an interview on my show. Two more nice and talented individuals in the music industry do not exist. From time to time groups of party guests enter the radio control room. This can be chaos but I let them participate in my show. Like in live TV studio audiences, I give them the que to shout all together the KULF call letters and other silly things. Really is a fun night. Calhoun vacates KULF to return to Louisville as the PD of Country WAMZ FM (97.5) and keeps it at the top of the ARB charts ever since. Then, Dick French hires his former WHBQ PD, John Long, as our new PD. John brings along his production manager Rusty Black. Soon, Long places me in the noon-3pm position on KULF. Really is wonderful but this means 7 days a week for me on the airwaves. No problem because I have plenty experience in double-duty. One day as I exit the elevator to go on the air at noon, Hank Moore stands there. He says that the new PD tells him to leave the building permanently. After I get off the air at 3pm, receive the same shipping orders but with no vaya con dios. Kenny Miles finishes his show at 7pm. He calls me at home with the news of his final departure. A one-two-three knock out punch. This is 1980 but it seems like yesterday once more. Bill Young hires me to spin Album Rock tunes on KILT FM. Since 1965, many top radio stations in the Texas Triangle fit inside my long radio resume but none make me happier than then at KILT FM. But, as I come to expect, it doesn't last long because in 1981 both KILTs flip to Country. Deja vu all over again.

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HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Jim, By the way, the Doug Johnson that is Pres. of Johnson Broadcasting is not Doug the weather man. I know them both and they are not the same person. HG

MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Subject: Doug Johnson. Jim, I'm sure several subscribers have told you by now, the Doug Johnson who runs Channel 51 is a different guy, same name, as the former Channel 2 weatherman. Mike Marshall

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Jim, Just subscribed to Jimmy Fortune's newsletter, thx again to you! Best to you & Tejas. BOB & Sonny Lee

TRIVIA ANSWER: Our World is the first live, international, satellite TV production which airs on June 25, 1967 at the height of the Vietnam War. We probably most remember The Beatles segment where they sing a message of peace and love to the inhabitants of planet earth - All You Need Is Love. Approximately 400 million viewers around the world watch the entire broadcast. Elvis Presley's Aloha From Hawaii satellite TV broadcast on January 14, 1973 at the Honolulu International Center Arena is the first global satellite broadcast from a single entertainer. The broadcast reaches over one billion people worldwide. We here in the good ole USA have to wait until April 4, 1973 to see Elvis Presley's Aloha From Hawaii when The King of Rock and Roll is at his finest.

DR. BRUCE NELSON-STRATTON The Cash was an lp cut but don't remember which one. MY book goes to 2005. I think the Cash cut gained some prominence w/the TV commercial featuring his cut over the last few years. Have a good wknd Jim. Will be 66 May 15th and still hangin' after 51 years on air. Meanwhile CC continues to destroy radio as we knew it...SAD. (www.kftx.com)

RICK SANTELLI [CNBC TV] (January 12, 1953-p) This is either socialism or communism, It isn't Americanism - and it isn't right.

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May 06, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #656

HAPPY MOTHERS' DAY! (May 10, 2009)

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT STAR DIES

The stout comedic actor who stars alongside his buddy Burt Reynolds in some of our favorite movies like The End, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, Smokey and the Bandit II, The Cannonball Run and Cannonball Run II is no longer with us. Dom DeLuise's son, Michael, tells Tribune CW KTLA-TV CH5 and CBS Newsradio KNX-1070 in Los Angeles, CA on Tuesday, May 5th, 2009 that his daddy dies at 75 on Monday night in his sleep after a long illness. Mel Brooks who is a writer, director and actor applauds Dom DeLuise's offbeat comedic talent. Mel puts him on the silver screen in Blazing Saddles, History of the World Part I, The Twelve Chairs and Silent Movie. DeLuise also is the voice of Pizza the Hutt in Brooks' Star Wars parody Spaceballs. On TV Dom appears on The Munsters, The Girl from U.N.C.L.E., Burke's Law, Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Diagnosis Murder. On Broadway, DeLuise emerges in Neil Simon's Last of the Red Hot Lovers plus other plays.

KNWS TV ADDS RTN

Houston, TX has two Doug Johnson's in our TV broadcast industry. One is a former meteorologist on KPRC TV CH2. The other is President of Johnson Broadcasting's independent KNWS TV CH51. This Doug announces the addition of Retro Television Network's program lineup of classic TV shows on digital sub channel DMA 10. Neal Ardman President of RTN says: We're excited to round out our top 10 with KNWS. It's a great TV station. RTN TV network offers each affiliate a customized feed with classic hit TV shows in addition to local programming, news, weather and sports. RTN broadcasts exclusively on digital TV channels.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Which prison inmate at Johnny Cash's 1958 San Quentin concert goes on to become one of Country music's biggest stars? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KXTE FM (X107.5 Xtreme Radio) CBS Alternative Las Vegas, NV welcomes back Dave Farra and Jason Mahoney Gentry on the new DAM Morning Show. •BOB PICKETT 11am-4pm DJ on Country KASE FM (100.7) Austin, TX leaves the building. •BILL KINDER vacates afternoons on Citadel Country KSCS FM (96.3) Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX after 20 years. •ELI FOXX exits middays on Clear Channel Rock KIOC FM (106.1) Beaumont-Pt. Arthur-Orange, TX. Contact Eli at elifox92@hotmail.com. •KABQ FM Clear Channel (Smooth Jazz 104.7) Albuquerque-Bosque Farms, NM flips to The New 104.7 Albuquerque's Classic Country.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 GEORGE JONES' White Lightning is his first #1 Billboard Country single on April 13th. •1967 MARK BRYAN guitarist with Pop-Rock band Hootie & the Blowfish born on May 6th. •1971 SAMMI SMITH's Help Me Make It through the Night is the only Gold single of her career on April 26th. •1986 KATE SMITH Pop singer/radio-TV hostess dies of diabetes in Raleigh, NC on June 17th. •1999 GEORGE STRAIT's album Always Never the Same certifies Gold & Platinum on April 27th. •2000 JOHNNIE TAYLOR singer with Gospel groups Soul Stirrers & Highway QCs-R&B group Five Echoes and soloist dies on May 31st.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Subject: ballad of Grover Sow. Did you know that two disc jockeys and a news reporter at KONO wrote and recorded a song about a pig? It's true, and here's the first-hand story as told by one of the culprits. It must have been somewhere along about 1960 that a story appeared on the wire services about a pig named Grover. Grover, the pig, lived in England and enjoyed eating slop (that's what pigs eat) that had stayed in the trough long enough to begin the fermentation process, thereby producing alcohol. Well now there was one smart pig, that Grover. She (despite her masculine name, Grover was a sow) had learned (pigs are very smart you know) to let her supper sit until it fermented, so that she could get a high on at suppertime, lunchtime, whenever. Like I say, she was one smart pig. On this particular occasion, Grover had eaten so much fermented slop that she got so high that she staggered around until she fell into a well there in the barnyard where she was living in England. This of course triggered a gigantic rescue operation, which of course triggered a huge media blitz, which of course attracted the attention of radio newsmen such as myself. The frequency of the Grover rescue stories on the KONO newscasts of course attracted the attention of disc jockeys Doug China and Jerry Miller (Mueller). They began using the story to their advantage on their prime time shows. (One can only imagine the many jokes they managed to come up with.) As a result, Grover Sow became somewhat of a San Antonio celebrity. Now here's the kicker. Doug and Jerry wrote the lyrics to a song they dubbed "The Ballad of Grover Sow." They came to me (I play a guitar) with the idea of recording it to the tune of "Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley", and one day we got together in a sound studio and recorded it. Doug was friends with a local record producer who agreed to put it on record. "The Ballad of Grover Sow" never made it to the top of the Billboard charts, but it sure got a lot of airplay on KONO in San Antonio. And somewhere (maybe Doug or Jerry still have a copy) "The Ballad of Grover Sow" lives in infamy.

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JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Heey Jim!...Jerry Mueller here...Back at KILT when Owen Weber, one of the first 'bean counters' at KILT, took over...there was a saying going 'round the Big 610 and FM 100..."Never trust a leader/man whose name begins with "ZERO". I guess that goes for the current Presidency too, right!

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) You remember the times, not so many years ago, when people said, "HAH! We'll have a black president when pigs fly." Well...100 days into Obama's term...Swine Flu...your pal, Dan McCurdy, Sherman, TX, Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee 2004, KLIF, KBOX-Dallas, WMEX-Boston

JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Subject: when pigs fly. People used to say that a black man would be elected President of the United States when pigs fly. Well, sure enough. Within 100 days of Obama’s election, Swine Flu.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Well, Jim, Hope you are well and avoiding Swine Flu. I hear it's so bad that Winnie the Pooh dropped Piglet from his Facebook Friends list. They said an African American would become president when pigs fly, and sure enough, 100 days later, SWINE FLU! The media are all swine flu all the time, and even Cinco De Mayo is cancelled, along with Fort Worth MayFest. I wish I was working, but to tell you the truth, I'm glad to be sitting out this TRAVESTY. Bob Crowley

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Subject: Gene Thomas. Jim: Over the past couple of weeks I have had the pleasure of exchanging messages with one of the most wonderful singer/songwriters I have known. His song "Last Song" propelled me into falling madly in love with Suzie Redmond at Huntsville State Park when I was a 10th grader. A story about which I liked to tell as I would intro that song on my various radio programs across the state. Often playing the song would break format (which I was inclined to do frequently) resulting in reprimands and sometimes dismissal. I didn't care. I loved that song and told that story to intro it for 30 years. I was doing just that at KQUE FM, Houston in the "90s, about 30 years after the fact of that wonderful romance from 1964, when the request line rings and the voice on the other end says, "Barry, this is Suzie Redmond." After 30 years we were reunited in the control room at KQUE. When I related this story to Gene we began our conversations and he told me that even though his songs were extremely popular, especially in Texas, with one of them hitting #17 on the Billboard Charts, he never got recognition. I just wanted to give him the recognition he so richly deserves and thank you Gene for some fantastic memories. Thank you. Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio barry@familylawradio.org (www.familylawradio.org) On Am 700 KSEV - The Voice of Texas, Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM CDT, streamed globally at www.ksevradio.com, listener lines 281-558-5738, #ksev free on Verizon PS Jim, Below is the you tube link to listen to Gene Thomas sing "Last Song" and other greats. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH6uqJJ-DzY&feature=related

TRIVIA ANSWER: Merle Haggard is an inmate present at Johnny Cash's 1958 San Quentin concert. He becomes one of Country music's biggest stars. Merle's (My Friends Are Gonna Be) Strangers crashes Billboard's Country chart at #10 in 1965. Merle Haggard has 38 songs that hit #1 on Billboard's Country chart.

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Hi Jim, I salute you! You did a masterful job of editing my take on smooth jazz. Thanks for getting it in...I just felt someone ought to speak up for that genre. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music, "We're at the best parties!"

GEORGE CARLIN (May 12, 1937-June 22, 2008) Regarding jam sessions: Jazz musicians are the only workers I can think of who are willing to put in a full shift for pay and then go somewhere else and continue to work for free.

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May 04, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #655

HAPPY MOTHERS' DAY! (May 10, 2009)

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ARE YOU READY FOR DIGITAL TV?

If we do not already have one of the expensive new high definition TV sets in our homes we lose all of our favorite programs after the governmental mandate to switch our sets to the new analog-to-digital broadcast becomes reality. Our TV screens quickly fade to black if we do not prepare for the latest government dictate. TV Max, my cable TV provider, sends out a warning that if I do not let them hook up my 10 year old 32" RCA TV to their new digital box my TV screen goes blank. TV Week reports that 3.1% of U.S. homes still are not ready for the DTV switchover. That's my category. All of a sudden it happens! Uh oh! No TV picture! So I call the number on the TV Max bulletin notice. They quickly dispatch (well several hours later) one of their highly qualified TV technicians who hooks up my TV to a brand new black box which means that I can once again watch Dog, The Bounty Hunter, Andy Griffith Show, Cops, Fox TV News and Dallas Cowboys football! This new black box that rests on top of my TV has its own remote control. It has TV channels from CH8 to well over CH300 and maybe more! Wonders never cease to amaze and delight us!

CRESCENT CITY TV WEATHERCASTER EVAPORATES

WWL-TV CH4 in New Orleans, LA does not renew its weekend weathercaster Dawn Brown's contract. The UCLA graduate joins WWL's weather staff after Hurricane Katrina's flood waters demolish the Crescent City. On Thursday evening, April 23, 2009 Dawn announces her intentions to stay in New Orleans and pursue a higher degree with the goal of an eventual teaching career. I'll still be here. Chris Slaughter, WWL News Director, avows the move is not an economy-driven layoff. We are planning to replace her. Recently, WWL-TV lays off several off-camera employees.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In 1969, B.J. Thomas wins a Grammy for his great tune Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head. The lullaby also is in the exciting movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid with stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford. What famous recording artist turns down the tune? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•STEVEN TYLER of Rock group Aerosmith tells it all in his new book Does the Noise in My Head Bother You. •NIK CARTER former CBS Alternative Rock DJ on WXRK FM (92.3) NYC moves to PM Drive on Emmis Adult Alternative Rock WRXP FM (101.9) NYC. •EMI Music restructures - names Bauer Media CMO Andria Vidler as its new UK and Ireland president. •ENTRAVISION Indie Rock 103.1 Los Angeles-Santa Monica, CA is now Regional Mexican KDLD FM (El Gato 103.1). At this moment in time, Indie Rock 103.1 is only available online at www.indie1031.com.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 JACOB MILLER Jamaican guest soloist on Reggae band Inner Circle born on May 4th. •1968 TIM WOMACK singer-guitar picker with Sons of the Desert born on April 23rd in Brownwood, TX. •1972 MIKE DIRNT bass guitar player with Punk Rock band Green Day born Michael Ryan Pritchard on May 4th in Rodeo, CA. •1986 THE JUDDS' 1st Platinum album is Why Not Me on April 25th. •1994 LEE BRILLEAUX vocals-harmonica (Dr Feelgood) dies at 41 on April 7th. •2006 CRAIG MORGAN's video I Got You premieres on CMT on April 27th.

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MARY LYNN KNOCHELMAN (Cincinnati, OH) Subject: WLW Radio Reduces Sports Staff. Jim...Please go to www.cincinnati.com to get the story itself. I at the moment can't send it to you because my computer is disabled as far as being able to get on the internet. Hopefully it will be repaired in a few days. I can't even read your Jim Rose Remembers Radio Newsletters, but don't stop sending them to me. I'll enjoy reading them once my computer is back to 100% working. Anyway you might already be aware that Clear Channel laid off 250 employees nationwide yesterday. Here in Cincinnati it included employees of WCKY and WLW , including WLW Sports Talk Host Paul Daugherty! Paul's not unemployed though. He never gave up his job as a Cincinnati Enquirer newspaper columnist, while doing the dual job of Sports Talk host for two years, replacing Andy Furman, who now does PR work for Jake Sweeney Chevrolet in Cincinnati, Ohio. Please read the article yourself to get the names of the other radio employees axed! Thanks, Mary Lynn Knochelman

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LEON BECK (Houston-Friendswood, TX) Hi Jim, Just wanted you to know that the legendary Gene Thomas, who is currently recording a new CD in Houston with A.V. Mittelstedt, will be at my Fifth Annual Texas Hot Country Magazine Musicians' Reunion on July 26 at the Lone Star Club in Pasadena. Also scheduled to appear: Roy Head, Brian Collins, Larry Butler, Kelly Schoppa, Randy Cornor, Bud & Bud The Hooper Twins, Walt Jr., Buck Sloan, Yogi Baird, Cecil Shaw and many others. Former KIKK DJ and musician, Jim Black, who still plays concerts with Bobby Bare and Gene Watson, is scheduled to play at the reunion. There is no cover charge. This year's reunion is dedicated in the memory of Jeff Chance, who passed away in December. Thanks, Leon Beck

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Jim---Many thanks to Jay Pennington for turning me on to KRTU in San Antonio. Freaking awesome jazz!! Check it out on the net. (www.krtu.org) Barry Kilgore

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) I hope you are doing great Jim. I sure appreciate and look forward to reading each of your columns. I learn lots about things I am interested in, and it is fun when you include people's take on a variety of topics also. Your Friend, Blazin' Blake Lindsay (www.blazinblake.com)

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, I love jazz, classic and smooth. I listened to it when everybody else was into the teen idols. I don't see classic jazz and smooth jazz being an either/or choice. It's okay to like Miles Davis and Chris Botti, Wes Montgomery and Chuck Loeb. What I don't like is smooth jazz radio. The programmers have mostly missed the boat by tightly formatting it, and using a restrictive playlist that excludes classic jazz. Change is inevitable. Rockabilly eventually turned into new wave, soul into quiet storm. Smooth jazz evolved out of Dave Brubeck and John Coltrane, and presented properly, is anything but elevator music. Smooth jazz programmers have also not properly promoted the format. It will never be a majority music, but can reach an affluent niche audience, which should attract some heavyweight advertisers. Smooth jazz radio would be smart to mix smooth and classic jazz, and leave Marvin Gaye and the Temptations to jammin' radio. Smooth jazz does NOT have to be draggy, its announcers don't have to sound bored, and the jingles should be jingles, not instrumental pads. I agree that smooth jazz isn't your daddy's jazz, but I'd hate not having it, and classic jazz, to listen to. Yours Truly, John Hale

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) You're right about Chuck Dunaway...nice guy...probably the greatest 'Top 40 voice' I've ever heard...but he used to scare me when I would pop into the control room for a visit during his PM drivetime gig...we'd be talking about something, then as a break came up, he would glance at me, just to make sure that I was paying attention...then he would start spouting a vile stream of obscenities and vulgar invectives, 5-10 seconds before throwing the mic switch open, stopping the foul stream in a nano-second when throwing the switch on and brightly saying, "Hey, there gang, you've got the Chuck baby Round Mound of Sound program right here on the Mighty 1190, KLIF, bumper-to-bumper between now and about 6...gladda have ya on board..." Then he would go to a spot or hit a record and in another nano-second flip off the mic and continue his hot stream of Carlin-like cussin' for a few seconds, as if he'd never stopped (ala Stan Freburg)...and turn around to gleefully see my eyes as big as pie plates, hyperventilating at the disaster he just skated around like a Kristi Yamaguchi ice-show. I may be complimenting myself too much here, but I certainly got the feeling that Chuck did his intricate ballet-of-'no-no'-words just to blow the mind of the newest kid on the block, who just happened to be me. His ploy worked. And he freaked me out every time. Dan McCurdy - Charlie Brown/Dan Patrick, KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; 2004 Texas Radio Hall of Fame Inductee.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Ray Stevens turns down Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head because he doesn't like it. And the rest is history.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) I have toured President James Madison's home at Montpelier (Station), VA. Many years ago that home was owned by Marion DuPont, who was once married to actor Randolph Scott (1898-1987). Scott was born in that county (Orange Co. VA) & graduates from the private Woodberry Forest School nearby. He is buried in hometown of his parents, where he was raised, Charlotte, NC. (Elmwood Cemetery) Scott made his final film at age 64 in 1962, "Ride the High Country." Thought: "There was a woman that had so many children she ran out of names....to call her husband." Minnie Pearl (1912-1996) Have a great week. BOB & Sonny Lee

J.M. BARRIE (May 9, 1860-June 19, 1937) God gave us memories that we might have roses in December.

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May 01, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #654

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CLEAR CHANNEL'S FLU EPIDEMIC SPREADS FROM COAST TO COAST!

As its 2008 Fiscal Year begins under private ownership Clear Channel Radio harshly cuts costs. Many CCR victims in Dallas, Houston, Minneapolis, Richmond, Fort Myers, Youngstown and Detroit. In 2009, CCR's East coast markets are some of its first victims. Next is the Midwest and then the Pacific radio centers. Recently, CCR cuts 590 positions after the already 1850 who vanish in January 2009. This includes its entire corporate marketing division. The majority of its cuts are in sales. Several high profile programmers and personalities also leave the CCR buildings. Brian Fowler and Joe Cronauer longtime morning show duo on CCR Hot AC WMVX FM (106.5) in Cleveland, OH are off the air on Tuesday, April 28, 2009. Joe says that he and his co-host receive phone calls on Monday night not to show up for their Brian and Joe Show which usually airs from 5-10 am weekdays. Also on Tuesday, Skip Mahaffey exits mornings on CCR Country WFUS FM (US 103.5) Tampa-Gulfport, FL. Ryan Seacrest’s popular syndicated show replaces some of the personalities who fall under the axe. CCR suspends its 401(k) employee-matching program. Many CCR radio stations have a clean bill of health but others look around to see who is left. The latest wave of unemployment at CCR raises its fiery head two weeks after its managers meeting in Dallas, TX. Some back office functions now fall into automation. CCR says this move catches them up with modern business practices.

CHRISTMAS POPS UP IN SPRING IN FRESNO!

Santa Claus makes his appearance early on Wilks Broadcasting KJZN FM (105.5) in Fresno, CA as another Smooth Jazz format bites the dust. Smooth Jazz KJZN FM stunts with Christmas Music to prepare for their format change on Friday, May 1, 2009. In between the Christmas tunes are liners that promise The Truth coming on Friday. A question: Will the new KJZN go into direct competition with the new KMJ FM (105.9) for talk listeners? Stay tuned to this bat channel.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In the 1950s before there are any VCRs, DVDs and cell phone cameras what is the only way to preserve video footage? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JIMMY FORTUNE tenor singer with the Statler Brothers has a new newsletter: http://jimmyfortune.com/news/. Jimmy's wife Nina is its webmaster. •VIN SKULLY legendary L.A. Dodgers (remember the Brooklyn Dodgers?) broadcaster receives Hall of Fame award at the NAB Radio Luncheon on Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at the Hilton in Las Vegas, NV. •GARY MATTHEWS takes over Philadelphia Phillies post-game interviews from Tom McCarthy who now does TV play-by-play calls after the recent death of the legendary Harry Kalas. •TIME WARNER profits drop 14% in Q1 as it tries to rid itself of the AOL plague.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ELVIS PRESLEY makes his Las Vegas debut on April 23rd with Shecky Green and the Freddy Martin Orchestra at the New Frontier Hotel. His 4-week stay ends after only 2 weeks. •1968 D'ARCY WRETZKY bass player with Rock quartet Smashing Pumpkins born on May 1st. •1971 CONNIE SMITH re-joins the Grand Ole Opry on April 21st. •1985 LILY ALLEN British Rock singer-songwriter born on May 2nd. •1993 TRACY BYRD's self-titled album debut releases on MCA records on April 27th. •2005 LINK WRAY legendary Rock guitarist dies at 76 on November 5th at his home in Copenhagen.

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KEITH BILBREY (Nashville, TN) So sad at the passing of "The Voice". Vern Gosdin was a great friend.

JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Jim, Not sure of who wrote the story, the 'source' but thought I would send this along in case you haven't heard. Country star Vern Gosdin dies at 74. (April 29, 2009) Country music star Vern Gosdin, known for such hits as "Set 'em Up Joe" and "I Can Tell By the Way You Dance (You're Gonna Love Me Tonight)," died at midnight tonight. He was 74. Gosdin, who suffered "a pretty bad stroke" about three weeks ago, died peacefully in his sleep at a Nashville hospital, his administrative assistant Dawn Hall said this morning. A one-time band mate of The Byrds' Chris Hillman, Gosdin covered a variety of musical styles, working early in a bluegrass act and even writing a song that appeared on the soundtrack to the rock biker classic Easy Rider. But Gosdin found his greatest success doing mainstream country, as he scored No. 1 singles with "I Can Tell by the Way You Dance," the Ernest Tubb quasi-tribute "Set 'Em Up" and "I'm Still Crazy." His recording of "Chiseled in Stone" claimed the Country Music Association's song of the year honor in 1989, and George Strait found success by rerecording Gosdin's hit "Today My World Slipped Away." He was born in Woodland, Ala., on Aug. 5, 1934. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Jonathan

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Country music singer, songwriter & guitarist, Vern "The Voice" Gosdin died in Nashville @ 74 on Wed, April 29, 2009, after complications from an earlier stroke. Born in Woodland, AL, he was on the radio in Birmingham in the 50's & moved to Calif in 1960 & formed The Golden State Boys with his brother Rex, recording together as the Gosdin Bros. (Brother Rex died on 5/23/83 at age 45). Vern had over 30 chart hits, including duos with Emmylou Harris and three Number One solo hits in 1984, 1988 & 1989. He was inducted into the ALA Music Hall of Fame in 2005. BOB & Sonny Lee

JAY PENNINGTON (San Antonio-Boerne, TX) Nice to hear from you Jim! Having "bottom line" marketing people run radio instead of music minded people can certainly kill things. Same thing in movies - we rented The Day the Earth Stood Still last night - there was no reason to remake such a classic but actually the new movie was not even close to the classic in the story/plot - but I noticed a LOT of product placements in the movie - marketing and making money over art - McDonalds got a lot of advertising in the movie, LG and Casio got their own commercials, Coke...so marketing and product placement was a big factor in the movie like marketing can ruin radio stations. Although this was the perfect role for Keanu Reeves where the character is stiff and emotionless and under acting. I had heard that vinyl was becoming popular again. I've wondered about that. With individual songs just floating from the Internet into your iPod there is nothing tangible - no pictures, no story, nothing to put your hands on...whereas an album was always kind of an adventure and a piece of art and collectable...a song on the iPod is just digital to be erased later. (www.penningtontechnicalarts.com/KEXL)

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hello Jim, I have been following the news about Ferlin Husky. Like everyone else who met him or even knew about him I wish him a speedy and full recovery. I remembered an occasion when I was getting ready to introduce him on the stage of the Municipal Auditorium in San Antonio. It was probably about 1968 when I worked for KBER As a courtesy and out of respect for the artist I would always ask each performer if he had any special introduction he would like for me to use. Nearly all of the others had some unique way of introduction they requested. For instance, Ray Price was the Cherokee Cowboy etc. I'll never forget how Ferlin just smiled and said, "just tell 'em here comes old Dumb A**". No, I didn't say it even though I know he would have gotten a kick out of it. George Lester

TRIVIA ANSWER: When TV broadcasts first hit our screens in the Fabulous Fifties the only means to preserve video footage is by kinescope. The video is somewhat muddy because in kinescope a special motion picture camera photographs a TV monitor. That's why most TV networks make live broadcasts direct from the studio.

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Subject: Real radio. The Eric Chase on TKO's web cast is who we know as Paul Christy in Houston. He was very well known on the west coast as Eric Chase --stations like KHJ -LA, KFRC- San Francisco--whole bunch of them. Big time heavy weight jock. When he came to KRBE about the same time I did, there was already an Eric Chase on the air here. That Chase is still in Houston doing booth announcing for "The Tube" TV and commercial v/os. 2 Barry Kayes huh...but is the other one the boooooooogie man! --scratching and clawing here. The Family Law show is getting some coverage and I just did an interview for Texas Escapes Magazine, did a couple of appearances with a group out of New Jersey on some I-radio broadcast called Talkshoe. Hope all is well with you. Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio (www.familylawradio.org) On Am 700 KSEV - The Voice of Texas Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM CDT, streamed globally at www.ksevradio.com, listener lines 281-558-5738, #ksev free on Verizon, Client Coordinator, Behrmann Law Firm

COUNT LEO TOLSTOY (August 28, 1828-1910) I sit on a man's back, choking him and making him carry me, and yet assure myself and others that I am very sorry for him and wish to ease his lot by all possible means -- except by getting off his back.

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April 29, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #653

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MEXICO: APOCALYPSE NOW!

All the media is in a stir. The fourth estate is abuzz. Cable TV warns about the threat of swine flu as it invades the land we love. Top talk is: Will a face mask help to protect me? How often shall we wash our hands? Are there enough anti-viral drugs? Is now for sure the time for America to finally come to its senses and completely close off our border with Mexico to put a stop to this newest invasion to our motherland? Or is it too late to turn back now? On Sunday, April 26, 2009 The Mexican government announces the death toll of swine flu cases nationwide balloons to 149. At least 1,614 incidents of swine flu come in from the other side of the Rio Grande. Mexico City usually overflows with activity but reports indicate 70% of restaurants and bars close their doors over the weekend. Those who do open serve only a few patrons. Many choose to sit outside. One bar owner mentions that he understands the closure is indefinite. Symptoms of the deadly strain of swine flu virus arrive in such far away places as the UK. Simon Calder Travel Editor of London's The Independent pleads: Keep calm and carry on...please. Jeremy Laurance Health Editor of the Independent admits: That's just what we needed – a global pandemic. Getting drugs to those in need is the biggest challenge. Mexico City dwellers hunker down during the weekend but some return to work on Monday morning. This metropolis normally teems with activity but now Mexican citizens worry. In the streets, inhabitants cling to their portable radios or newspapers to learn as much information as they can on this potentially deadly virus. Once again, terrestrial radio and newspaper print come to the rescue to inform listeners and readers in times like these. Marcelo Ebrard, Mayor of Mexico City, warns that city government considers precautionary measures that even include the possible shut down of public transportation. Does this mean eventual martial law? Only the shadow knows. Stay tuned to this bat channel.

LEGENDARY HOUSTON SOUL SELLS OUT

For at least the past couple of years KCOH Incorporated has longtime R&B KCOH-1430's picture glass studios at 5011 Alameda on the market for an estimated $10 million. KCOH is a 5000 watt AM radio station with 1000 watts of nighttime power. In 1979, a DJ friend of mine from KXOL-1360 days, Reuben T. Washington, who has a mid-day show on KCOH, takes me on a tour of the facilities. The control room looks through large double-pane glass out onto the heavy traffic of Almeda. Listeners on the sidewalks and in their cars wave at their favorite DJs through the looking glass. Although KCOH plays sweet Soul music (Urban Contemporary) its owner is a white dude. Since then its format flips to Music Talkradio. Well, Glory be! Paraclete Church Ministries of Houston comes on down with a $1.25 million lower bid which drops the total price to $8.75 million. Sold!

TRIVIA QUESTION: None of the Statler Brothers are Statlers. Only two really are brothers. Where do they find the name Statler? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•LEE ABRAMS - former XM-Sirius honcho now Chief Innovation Officer of the Tribune Company in Chicago, IL. HAPPY BIRTHDAY on Wednesday, April 29, 2009! •PIERS MORGAN Britain's Got Talent judge says he doesn't think that Susan Boyle wins Britain's Got Talent this year even though she wins the hearts of the world. http://Undercover.com.au says 10-year old ballet dancer Hollie Steel is the latest favorite. •MS WINDOWS 7 downloads available on Thursday, April 30, 2009 - general public access on May 5. •TERRY SMITH Radio City founder & Bauer Media Radio Group Chairman retires at the end of April 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 SHEENA EASTON Pop singer-actress born Sheena Orr in Bellshill, Scotland on April 27th. •1968 MERLE HAGGARD's single The Legend of Bonnie and Clyde lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on April 27th. •1973 MIKE HOGAN bass player with Rock band The Cranberries born in Limerick, Ireland on April 29th. •1980 DOTTIE WEST's single A Lesson In Leavin' hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on April 26th. •1997 JOHN WOLTERS drummer with Pop-Rock band Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show dies at 52 on June 16th. •2000 TOBY KEITH's album How Do You Like Me Now?! goes Gold on April 27th.

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JIM TRAVIS (Hot Springs, AR) I grew up in Houston. We moved there in 1954. I went to Smiley High. I was listening the day KILT came on. The clip on KCOH was good. They had some really cool DJ's. Some that stand out were Dizzy Lizzie, One Brain Zing Zang and of course Daddy Deep. My all time favorite Houston jock was Joel A. Spevack. His father was a Big Band leader in the 40's. I wonder what became of Richard Dobbin? I know he died. But where did he go after KILT? I went to a KILT remote at a big car dealership when Bill Slater was trying to break the record for staying awake and broadcasting the longest. He did not make it. The midnight to six DJ Jeff Davis at KNUZ let me come to the station one night to watch him work. From that moment on I was hooked on radio. I don't remember too much about it except the echo chamber. Ii was in a back room if memory serves correct. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

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JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Hey there? Haven't forgotten you Jim, been under the weather. Sam (Pate) is still hanging on. His memory is slipping even more. After talking with him on the telephone, I don't know whether to laugh or cry. For example, he told me I should see the flowers in his backyard, they are beautiful. Then silence and he said "what was I saying?" I said "the flowers in your yard are beautiful" to which he replied "Oh I didn't know you had seen them." By the time our phone calls are over, I feel like I am in a fog. Yet he still recalls his radio days and the guys he worked with. I feel this was such a part of his life he will not forget. When we finished our last phone conversation, he told me he loved me and said "This is Sam Pate...First on the scene." Bet the guys who worked with him get a smile out of that.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) I received this Ferlin Husky update (noon Friday) and wanted to pass it along. The doctors did a little shock treatment to get Ferlin's heart back in rhythm. After the procedure, Ferlin asked his doctor if they saw any smoke when they were shocking his heart! He is doing better and hopefully will be released soon. We think that Simon Crum will be released at the same time. For cards and letters; Ferlin Husky, P.O. Box 777, Vienna, Mo. 65582

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Statler Brothers come up with their name from the Statler brand of tissues. Don (lead singer) and Harold (bass voice) Reid are brothers. Phillip Baisley is baritone. Lou DeWitt sings tenor. In 1983, Jimmy Fortune replaces Lou because of his health. Jimmy writes and sings lead on one of my favorite tunes, Elizabeth, which lands at #1 in the first part of 1984. Jimmy also writes More Than Just A Name which captures #6 in summer 1989. Sadly, on August 15, 1990 Lou DeWitt dies of Crohn's Disease.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday May 2nd, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PDT 6PM-9PM EDT 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Catch the stream on: http://www.KOCIRadio.com twitter at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

JAY PENNINGTON (San Antonio-Boerne, TX) Subject: Jazz vs. Smooth Jazz. Hi Jim, In your last issue Charles was talking about Smooth Jazz vs. Jazz. This subject is very close to my heart. Jazz is an American invention which is based on "improvisations of a standard". Smooth Jazz doesn't do improvisation or jamming solos so I don't consider Smooth Jazz to be any part of Jazz. Smooth Jazz typically is heavily orchestrated planned out before recorded and typically just a melody that continues on using very few percussive instruments or heavy beats which fits well in elevators or mindless music for the background at the office. With those being the definition of Jazz and the definition of Smooth Jazz I would not say that John Coltrane played Smooth Jazz - heaven forbid! Coltrane did do some albums with Duke Ellington which were the "softer side of John Coltrane" but in those recordings he was still doing jamming solos while improvising on standards. Now Cool Jazz is a style of true Jazz which you could site early Miles Davis, Wes Montgomery, Chet Baker, etc. Maybe one of the best Jazz radio stations around is KRTU which is Trinity University in San Antonio 91.7 but you can listen to it live from any city via the Internet at www.krtu.org. KRTU plays Jazz from the 20's all the way up to today and they don't play Smooth Jazz. Between the songs they tell you who was playing and often include a bit of explanation or historic importance or who all the musicians were on that cut. Aaron Prado is a God send for the station who grew up in a musical Jazz family and he is on KRTU many hours each day. P.S. My KEXL of the 70's page continues to expand www.penningtontechnicalarts.com/KEXL. Thanks, Jim! Jay

ELVIN JONES (September 9, 1927-May 18, 2004) I feel very very gratified when people are complimentary to what I have done or appreciated it with sincerity. It makes me feel that maybe I did do something that was proper and that was right.

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April 27, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #652

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PACIFIC NW RADIO LEGEND DIES

In April 2008, CBS Radio Triple A KINK FM (101.9) Portland, OR morning show host for 22 years receives a diagnosis of melanoma. Les Sarnoff undergoes surgery for the cancer. With a clean bill of health he returns to the KINK airwaves. But in December 2008 more tests reveal that his cancer returns and spreads. Les takes a leave of absence from radio but maintains his Internet entries about his battle with cancer plus he chats with fans. Les Sarnoff dies at 60 on Friday, April 17, 2009. The sad news reaches KINK's current morning duo Dave Scott & Sheila Hamilton. On Saturday morning, they head to the radio studios and go on the air at noon for their very own tribute to Les. KINK's telephone lines light up like a Christmas tree with hundreds of calls from friends, fans and associates in the media. Because of the huge outpouring of response Dave and Sheila end up on the air until 7pm. KINK PD Dennis Constantine affirms, Les Sarnoff was a special person; he always had a positive outlook on life. He had a curiosity about everything, which made him a very interesting person. He always had great things to talk about on the air. Les knew that it's what's between the records that makes a great radio station and Les Sarnoff made KINK great. We will miss him. We keep up with Les Sarnoff's tribute at www.kink.fm/.

CRB NAMES NEW DIRECTORS

The Country Radio Broadcasters board of directors adds three new members who serve through the CRS-41 which is February 26-28, 2010. The new CRB members to join the board of Country Radio Broadcasters include Johnny Chiang, OM at Cox Radio-Houston, TX; John Dickey, EVP/co-COO of Cumulus and Clarence Spalding, President of Spalding Entertainment. Cox Radio operates 80 radio stations (67 FM and 13 AM) in 18 major markets like Atlanta, Houston, Miami, Orlando, San Antonio and Tampa. Here in Houston, TX Johnny Chiang presides over Cox Radio Country KKBQ FM (92.9) and Classic Country KTHT FM (97.1). CRB President Becky Brenner makes this statement: The CRB board of directors will benefit tremendously from the experience, wisdom, and passion that these three gentlemen have for country radio and the country music industry. We are honored that they have volunteered to serve.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What song does The Guess Who not sing during their performance at The White House? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•LEE MAJORS TV's The Fall Guy celebrates a happy 70th birthday on Thursday, April 23, 2009! •MICHAEL SMERCONISH 5-9am daily host on The Big Talker WPHT-1210 Philadelphia, PA talks up his new book Morning Drive: Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Talking on The Today Show, Hardball and Larry King Live on Monday, April 27, 2009. Be There or Be Square! •MARK ADAMS PD of CBS Radio Hot AC KHMX FM (Mix 96.5) Houston, TX tells R&R ST Daily, I need someone brilliant, compelling, interesting and able to connect with adult women. Send your best stuff to madams@cbs.com.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 PAUL [ACE] FREHLEY guitar-vocals with Hard-Rock group Kiss (Beth #7-1976) born on April 27th. •1967 HEATH WRIGHT lead singer of Ricochet (Daddy's Money #!-1996) born in Vian, OK. •1975 PETER HAM singer-guitar picker with Welsh Rock band Badfinger (The Iveys) commits suicide at 27 on April 23rd. •1984 JERRY LEE LEWIS (Great Balls of Fire #1-1958) marries his 6th wife 22-year-old Kerrie McCarver on April 24th. •1996 ELLA FITZGERALD legendary Jazz singer dies on June 15th. •2001 TIM MCGRAW's album Set This Circus Down releases on Curb records on April 24th.

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SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) Wow, Thanks for the update. Ted Agnew (KLIF-1190) also hired me, at the request of Gordon McLendon. (smile) Ted was extremely good to me. Got me into UT Arlington for voice lessons, the Dallas Press Club. It would be nice to find out about him. The work you do is important. Put a pay pal button on your web site and watch what happens. We would be honored to share in the cost our history. I heard from Larry at the Texas Hall of Fame and he brought me up to speed on his efforts. In fact, the bible was "a worker is worthy of his hire". Now, please I ask you to let us (your readers and friends) financially be a part of your efforts. Now don't go Texas on me. We would be honored to support your work. By the way, Scott had Bruce's age at passing wrong. He was only 63 at the time, which would make him 71 today. I have some stories about Bruce and his kindness that no one knows. I would have to say he was the brother I never had and I truly miss him. I'll email you with a time to call. Today is Friday and I've got the weekend stuff to get out of the way. I'll check in with you tomorrow. Sam (www.ZeitgeistCorp.org)

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T.J. CALLAHAN [Donna Crofts] (Houston, TX) hi Jim, thanks for the birthday wishes on the newsletter. maybe you can do something about that kiss?!

DALENE RICHELLE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Unroutable address. Hi Jim! I'm having a few technical issues with my old website that includes that address...in the meantime, please use dalene@lantanamusic.com, which should work! thanks for letting me know!! Dalene

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: Another radio adventure. I think it was about 1968 and I had been made program director of KBER-AM/FM in San Antonio. The station owner, A.V. Bamford, was on an extended vacation in Europe. Harrel Banks had just left the station to take over as GM of KBUC. I found out that Willie Nelson and his band had been booked by the station to do a concert in San Antonio. He was living in nearby Helotes at the time and he had often hung out with all us jocks at KBER. We set the show up and everything went like a well oiled clock. The fans were happy and Willie and the boys were happy. Then there came a big problem. Neither A.V. Bamford nor Harrel Banks had made arrangements for Willie to get paid. Being the program director, the burden fell in my lap. I sure as heck couldn't pay him out of my personal bank account. I remember pleading my case to Willie's entourage and hoping that I wouldn't get lynched. Shortly after that Willie moved away and started an extended tour across the country. I didn't see Willie again until about 1974 and he had become a world wide phenomenon in the meantime. I was an emcee when he was performing at a concert in the Astrodome with several other artists. I was a bit nervous when he spotted me across the crowded dressing room. I held my breath as he walked toward me. To my surprise he greeted me like a long lost friend. I didn't mention how he didn't get paid for that concert back in 1968. To my relief he didn't mention it either.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) I remember reading where a top announcer in Los Angeles was a truck driver between working stations. As for as Smooth Jazz often it was not Jazz they played, like KOAI would play the Doobie Brothers, I like the group but definitely not Jazz. John Coltrane did smooth Jazz but they did not play his music. Thanks too my HD Radio I can hear Smooth Jazz on KMVK -2, though no announcers; however; I think it is hard to work as an announcer doing Jazz unless you are Clint Eastwood. I liked Hugh Lampmen (sp), Kenny Sargent (sp), and Jack Schell they could carry a program of Jazz. When I was taking Algebra there were two guys in my class from Buckner Baptist Homes. They already had licenses and worked at KNER 881. now the frequency is used by KNTU. KNTU tends to play more of the Jazz I like: Miles Davis, Gerry Mulligan, Wes Montgomery( real smooth Jazz), Bessie Smith. I think styles of announcing interesting, some announcers are better at switching styles as needed. Like I find some tell jokes that cause me to switch channels while others can keep me listening. Charles P. S. Another summer I was at the park sitting when a person gave me a job helping him plant rose bushes, etc. Love is a Rose but you better not pick it only grows when on the vine.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Canadian Rock group The Guess Who performs at the White House in 1970 for President and Mrs. Richard M. Nixon along with Prince Charles. But First Lady Pat Nixon requests they not sing their biggest American hit, American Women, because of its anti-American lyrics.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday, May 2th, 2009: 3PM-6PM PDT; 6PM-9PM EDT; 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California; streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com; twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09. (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Thought for Today;"the trouble with being a leader today is you can't be sure if the people are following you, or chasing you." (Ross McSwain, "Out Yonder" columnist, San Angelo, TX Standard-Times, 4/19/09)

ADLAI STEVENSON (1900-1965) It's hard to lead a cavalry charge if you think you look funny on a horse.

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April 24, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #651

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ANOTHER BELOVED TX TV NEWS ANCHOR PASSES

As I attend Kimball high school in the 1950s and 1960s in my home town Dallas, TX our premier TV news anchor is Bob Gooding on ABC WFAA TV CH8. His news delivery and warm smile is like a good friend who just happens to stop in to let us know what happens in the world around us. Never in my wildest dreams do I think that not only do I get into radio in my home town but also on the same team with Bob Gooding at WFAA. One night while I'm on the air on WFAA-820, Gooding comes upstairs to chat with the TV audio crew. See him as I rush down the hall way. In person, Bob is a giant of a man. He's not overweight - just a huge fella. Another great TV and radio news anchor Murphy Martin is also onboard WFAA's news crew at the time. Likewise Murphy is one of the very best TV news anchors anywhere. Martin leaves us last year. Now both Bob and Murphy are gone but their wonderful memories remain with us.

MOJOE KEEPS IT IN THE FAMILY

Citadel KHOP FM (Planet 95...80s and Beyond 95.1) Modesto-Oakdale, CA Program Director/PM Drive DJ Mojoe Roberts marries KHOP Morning Show co-hostess Madden on Monday, April 20, 2009. MoJoe tells R&R Street Talk Daily: This should make contract negotiations easier! Seriously, we are both very excited for our future together. I definitely did something right!

TRIVIA QUESTION: The White House ranks as the #1 place in America that folks visit. What favorite location is #2? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•T.J. CALLAHAN long time traffic reporter on KILT FM here in Houston, TX. HAPPY BIRTHDAY on April 25th! She's sweet 16 and never been kissed. •MARK LEVIN Citadel Media syndicated talk host's book Liberty and Tyranny debuts at #1 on the New York Times Best Sellers List in its first week. •SIRIUS XM Public Radio channel's The Bob Edwards Show receives the Sigma Delta Chi Award for Best Documentary by the Society of Professional Journalists. •ETTA JAMES one of my all time favorite R&B singers (At Last #47-1961) comes to the House of Blues here in Houston, TX on Saturday night, April 25, 2009 @ 7:00 PM.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 ROY ROGERS & DALE EVANS record Happy Trails on April 21st. •1963 BILLY GOULD bassist with San Francisco, CA Rock group Faith No More (Epic #9-1990) born on April 24th. •1976 GEORGE JONES & TAMMY WYNETTE record Golden Ring on April 22nd. •1982 KELLY CLARKSON singer who is a winner on TV show Pop Idol born on April 24th. •1995 JOHN MICHAEL MONTGOMERY's single I Can Love You Like That hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on April 22nd. •2001 JOE HENDERSON tenor saxophonist with Pop-Jazz band Blood, Sweat & Tears dies at 64 of heart failure in San Francisco on June 30th.

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SAM LEE (Beverly Hills, CA) Subject: Scott Hodges. My name is Sam Lee. I would like to get in touch with Scott Hodges. I have information on Bruce Hughes. Please contact me by email or phone at my office: The Zeitgeist Corporation; 9903 Santa Monica Blvd; Suite 915; Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (www.ZeitgeistCorp.org)

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BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, Here is information on Bob Gooding's funeral. Bud Here is the e-mail I received from Bob Gooding’s son (also Bob). Nick Alexander Productions; 878 S. Denton Tap Rd.; Ste. 100; Coppell, Texas 75019 (www.NickAlexanderProductions.com) / (Nick@NickAlexanderProductions.com - office) / (NAP.Studio@verizon.net - Studio/home) From: Bob G [bobbershop@msn.com] Subject: Services for your father. The service will be Saturday, April 25 at 1:30pm at the Burks-Walker-Tippit Funeral Home in Tyler, Texas. Dad has requested that, in lieu of flowers that a memoriam be made in the form of gifts to one of three organizations that meant an awful lot to him. 1) Breckenridge Village, a home for the mentally challenged in Tyler, Texas 2) Share the Joy Fund at Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas 3) Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas. Burks-Walker-Tippit Funeral Directors; 215 East Front Street; Tyler, TX 75702; Phone: 903-592-6553; Fax: 903-592-6555; Directions: The funeral home is at 215 East Front Street in Tyler. We sit 2 blocks to the east of Broadway on Front St. Coming from Dallas on Interstate 20 you would exit at the Tyler/Lindale exit off of I-20, and go south on Hwy 69. When you get to Loop 323 in Tyler turn right on Loop and go to Front St., Hwy 31 and turn left back to the East. Go to Front and Fannin turn right parking is behind funeral home. Coming from Louisiana on Interstate 20 you would exit at Hwy 271/Tyler exit, turn left and go south on Hwy 271 to Tyler. Hwy 271 will turn into Beckham Street and at the corner of Beckham and Front turn right go to Fannin St. and turn left parking will be behind funeral home.

MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) Hi Jim, just letting folks know that longtime DFW news anchor Bob Gooding passed away last Saturday (4/18) in Tyler, TX at 76 years old. He had been battling cancer for some time. He anchored at WFAA-TV from 1961-79, and concurrently did news for the old WFAA-AM. After WFAA, Gooding spent time at KTWS-TV Channel 27 in Dallas, doing short news cut-ins between shows, and by the mid-80s, was co-hosting the morning show at KAND-AM in Corsicana, TX, with a nice fellow named Alan Barnes. (Barnes is currently my cohort at WBAP-AM traffic here in DFW.) Gooding also taught journalism at Navarro Community College. He eventually moved to Tyler, where he was a fixture on the newscasts at KETK-Channel 56, the NBC affiliate there. I understand that Bob had been in ill health for some time, and I'm not sure how long he spent on the air there in Tyler. Funeral services will be this Saturday (4/25) at 1:30PM at Burks-Walker-Tippit Funeral Home, 215 E. Front St, Tyler, TX. For information or directions, call them at 903/592-6553. Thanks, Mike Shannon (www.knus99.com/)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Ferlin Hospitalized. Good evening Jim & Tejas: Far as I know, Ferlin has homes in Vienna, MO & Nashville area; he is hospitalized in St. John's Hosp, Springfield, MO. From: webmaster@ferlinhusky.com Hi folks! We wanted to give everyone an update on Ferlin's condition. If you haven't heard, Ferlin was hospitalized last Friday with congestive heart failure and pneumonia. He was admitted to St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Mo. It was a bit of a rough go at first, but doctors are optimistic that he will be back home by the end of the week or shortly thereafter. His close friend and touring partner, Leona Williams, is by his side, and he has received many calls from others in the entertainment world. We will keep you informed of his progress. Buddy Logan, Webmaster (www.ferlinhusky.com)

LARRY SCOTT (Dallas-Terrell, TX) I did see Ray (Price) and Willie (Nelson). Ray is one of God's special people to have a voice like that at his age. I can't think of anyone else in music that has been blessed with that quality into their eighties. Dale Morris Jr, fiddle player, is beyond great and Jim Losberg from Roundrock is a fantastic steelman. Isn't Huckabee great? Larry

TRIVIA ANSWER: More folks visit the White House than any other place here in America. Number two in that category is Elvis Presley's Graceland.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday April 25th, 2009: 3PM-6PM PDT; 6PM-9PM EDT; 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California; streaming on: http://KOCIRadio.com; twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09. (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/)

KEN DOWE (Dallas, TX) A few days ago I mentioned to a few of you (after watching the wonderful performance by the Scots lady who has become an overnight sensation) that I had recently seen a DVD of Rod Stewart from Prince Albert Hall in London. During his show, he brought on a young woman who had been a "street performer" in Glasgow just two weeks previously. He invites her to London, where she will perform one song with him. Amy Belle is magnificent. Check this out. And, if you ever get a chance to see Rod Stewart in person, he is absolutely worth anything you have to pay for your ticket. Ken Dowe, Broadcast Xcellence, Inc.

RONALD REAGAN [40th U.S.A. President] (1911-2004) Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were free.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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April 22, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #650

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

COUNTRY RADIO LEGEND DEPARTS

A familiar radio voice who is the longtime Program Director and AM Drive host on 50,000 watt clear channel KWKH-1130 in Shreveport, LA dies late Saturday, April 18, 2009 at only 53 of what his family says is a possible heart attack. Barney Cannon comes to life in New Boston, TX. Barney's radio career begins in 1972 as a part-time DJ in Clarksville, TX and New Boston before he moves on up to KCMC-740 in Texarkana. Cannon also finds himself behind the mic on WCDS-1230 in Glasgow, KY; Wichita Falls, TX and Oklahoma City, OK. In 1985, Barney rises to the occasion on KWKH-1130: This is my last stop in radio. I've seen a lot of the country, but this is the station I grew up on and I've been fortunate to work with great people over the years. Hall of Fame Disc Jockeys like Frank Page, Larry Scott. Mike Oatman and Mike Lynch. I've met and worked with some famous people in the music industry and for the most part, that is the great thing about country artists, they are just everyday folks like you and me. Frank Page, who retires from KWKH plus a Country radio legend, reflects: I've lost a great friend, but country music has lost an even greater friend. Frank is the first to bring Elvis Presley onto the Louisiana Hayride stage. Page mentions: He followed it, and he loved it. He had a passion for country music, and he knew more about the Louisiana Hayride than even I did. Barney Cannon leaves behind many friends in addition to his wife Kaye and twin kids Kyle and Kimberly. He and his wife of almost 30 years, Kaye, live in Jefferson, TX.

TV NEWS EXPANDS!

A record drop in advertising pushes TV station owners' news crews to fill expanded schedules. This allows TV Program Directors to get rid of high dollar syndicated programs like Dr. Phil. In Los Angeles and San Francisco, CA TV stations add as many as 12 hours of news each week to their schedules.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What does F.O.B. mean in England Dan Seals and John Ford Coley's Pop group Southwest F.O.B.? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF BROADCASTING shutters doors to its two units in the DC-Baltimore area after more than 40 years in business. •RUMOR MILL: We hear through the grapevine that 20th Century Fox might discontinue studio specialty production label Fox Atomic that Peter Rice starts in 2007 for comedy and genre films. •CHUCK SCARBOROUGH longtime WNBC TV CH4 news anchor who marks his 35th anniversary at WNBC in March 2009 may exit the building due to B-Cs. Chuck's salary is a reported $3 million per year. •SCREEN ACTORS' GUILD (SAG) slashes 35 jobs because of declining dues/investment losses.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 JIM SCHOLTEN bass player with Sawyer Brown born on April 20th in Bay City, MI. •1969 CRAIG LOGAN singer with British boy band Bros (bross)/producer/sales rep for EMI records born on April 22nd.•1977 GLEN CAMPBELL's single Southern Nights finds Gold on April 20th. •1988 BOB GARBER piano/Big Band leader dies on March 6th in Ormond-By-The-Sea, FL. •1993 TOBY KEITH's self-titled debut album releases on Mercury records on April 20th. •2004 ELDEN C. (Buster) BAILEY percussionist with the New York Philharmonic dies on April 13th.

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SCOTT HODGES (Shreveport, LA) Jim, Another good one bites the dust! You have been sent an online news article from Scott Hodges as a courtesy of shreveporttimes.com. Article Title: Country radio's Barney Cannon dies. To view the contents on www.shreveporttimes.com, go to: www.shreveporttimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/200904200600/OBITUARIES01/904200331

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LARRY SCOTT (Dallas-Terrell, TX) Jim, I'll be more than happy to write a few words about Barney. He was a standby for eleven of the fourteen years I did The Interstate Road Show on KWKH. He was one of the most dedicated individuals I've ever known. Barney was a student of his calling and dearly loved country music. He loved KWKH and was always searching to learn more of the stations legacy. It's always nice to say you have a TRUE friend. Barney was one. Gail and I are going to Barney's funeral Wednesday morning in Jefferson. Larry

LESLIE WAYNE HODGES (Marshall, TX) Subject: Barney Cannon KWKH. Hi Jim, have you heard about Barney Cannon passing away Sunday? Funeral is Wednesday at a Baptist Church 10 a.m. Wednesday in Jefferson Texas. See www.kwkhonline.com. Check this out! http://www.ktbs.com/news/Deejay-Barney-Cannon-dies-30259/ Leslie Wayne Hodges

HAROLD GUNN (Houston, TX) Dear Jim, What started out as Walt Hammock and me wanting to get a hand full of old friends to meet for lunch date took on a life of its own and became a reunion buffet with over 30 attending. This past Monday at Santos Mexican Restaurant on Westheimer in Houston, staff members and on air personalities of the great old KNUZ/KQUE radio station gathered to catch up and go down memory lane. In the crowd were Rock and Roll Hall of Fame DJ, Paul Berlin; Country Music Hall of Fame DJ, Arch Yancey; Texas Association of Broadcasters Pioneer designees, Chuck Scott and Harold Gunn; KTRK TV news anchor, Dave Ward. Along with Berlin and Yancey, Texas Radio Hall of Fame members in the crowd were Ken Grant, Chuck Dunaway and Joe Ford. Other air personalities included Paul Williams, Walter Hammock, Ronnie Renfro, Scott Arthur, Mike Marshall, Larry Don Johnson, Bob Edwards, Tom Franklin, and Barry Kilgore. Sometime the greatest things in life happen spontaneously. You should have been there, Harold

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) From: tracy@hillbillyhits.com Subject: Legendary Disc Jockey Barney Cannon Dies. Barney Cannon, familiar morning voice on KWKH Radio in Shrevport, and its longtime program director, died late Saturday of a possible heart attack, his family says. He was 53.A native of New Boston, Texas, he lived in Jefferson, Texas, with his wife of almost 30 years, Kay. According to the KWKH Radio Web site, Cannon started his broadcasting career in 1972 as a part-time announcer in Clarksville, Texas and New Boston, before moving to Texarkana to work for KCMC Radio, then moving to WCDS in Glasgow, Ky. After stints in Wichita Falls and Oklahoma City, he returned to Jefferson, moving to KWKH in 1985. "This is my last stop in radio," he said on the station Web site. "I've seen a lot of the country, but this is the station I grew up on and I've been fortunate to work with great people over the years. Hall of Fame Disc Jockeys like Frank Page, Larry Scott. Mike Oatman and Mike Lynch. I've met and worked with some famous people in the music industry and for the most part, that is the great thing about country artists, they are just everyday folks like you and me." Frank Page, one of the giants of country radio and now retired from KWKH, remembers Cannon as a protégé of Scott's and as a great part of what made country music radio what it is now. "I've lost a great friend, but country music has lost an even greater friend," said Page, perhaps best known as the first person to announce Elvis Presley from the stage of the Louisiana Hayride. "He followed it, and he loved it. He had a passion for country music, and he knew more about the Louisiana Hayride than even I did." In addition to his widow, Cannon's survivors include twin children Kyle and Kimberly. Funeral arrangements are pending.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The F.O.B. in England Dan Seals and John Ford Coley's 1968 Pop group Southwest F.O.B. means Freight On Board. Their one record that lands in Billboard in late 1968 is the Acid Rock tune Smell of Incense. In 1969, Southwest F.O.B. breaks up. In the late 1970s, the England Dan Seals and John Ford Coley duo becomes hot Pop tickets. In the 1980s, England Dan Seals as a solo artist has 11 #1 hits on Billboard's Country chart.

FR. BOB TOMLINSON (Ft. Worth, TX) Yes I knew about FOB. I used it as a contest question at a station in East Texas. Terry rings a bell but I can never tell on the last name. Too long ago. North Park was a favorite afternoon hang out for us from Woodrow and all Dallas high schools. I went many times to the Sumthin’ Else show and I knew a girl who was a dancer on the show. Joanie Prather. Later to go to Hollywood. I've heard stories like yours about Ron. The few times I talked to him in person he was nice and offered help with my show by listening to air checks. I sent a few, he tore one up offered advice which I only took part of then quit sending tapes. He asked me later if I took his advice. When I said no he didn't say another word to me. Oh well, he was/is still a great jock and him and Ken Dowe, Jimmy Rabbitt and Mike Selden are reasons I got into the business. I've found that the friendships made in radio are short lived except for maybe a hand full or less. I think it's just part of the business. I've connected with people I never worked with except for sharing time behind a mike who I now would call friends. You and a couple others who post here are in that group. Best wishes friend. Bob

WENDY KAMINER (1950-P) A liberal is a conservative who's been arrested. A conservative is a liberal who's been mugged.

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April 20, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #649

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MADDEN RETIRES!

Can it be true? John Madden, ultimate veteran National Football League color commentator, announces to us football fans on Thursday, April 16, 2009 that he retires and is not part of the NBC TV Sports broadcast team for the 2009 NFL season! John spends three decades in the broadcast booth for each of the four major networks: ABC TV, NBC TV, CBS TV and Fox TV. Madden sighs: It's time. I'm 73 years old. My 50th wedding anniversary is this fall. I have two great sons...five grandchildren. It's been such a great ride...the NFL has been my life for more than 40 years, it has been my passion - it still is. I appreciate all of the people who are and were such an important part of the most enjoyable, most fun anyone could have...that great life with the teams, the players, the coaches, the owners, the League...my broadcasting partners Pat and Al...the production people and the fans...is still great...it's still fun and that's what it makes it hard and that's why it took me a few months to make a decision. Dick Ebersol, NBC Sports chairman, says that Cris Collinsworth replaces John Madden in NBC's Sunday Night Football broadcast booth. There is only one John Madden. How many of us remember John as Oakland Raiders linebacker coach from 1967-68 and Oakland head coach from 1969-1978 - Cris Collinsworth Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver who scoops up footballs out of the air like leaves that fall from a tree?

HARRY KALAS MEMORIAL SERVICE

Probably the most unexpected scene at the Harry Kalas Memorial Service on Saturday, April 18, 2009 is to witness former ABC WPVI-TV CH6 associate Scott Palmer push 6ABC Sports Director, Gary Papa, in a wheelchair to Harry’s casket. Scott is now a Phillies employee. Gary battles prostate cancer. He has an undisclosed medical procedure a few weeks ago. How well I know about all of those prostate procedures as doctors call them. Harry Kalas fans see a sign with the words There’s No Crying in Baseball…Until Today. The Kalas Family asks entertainer Eddie Bruce to sing High Hopes at the Memorial Service. Harry knows singer, bandleader, lifetime Phillies fan Eddie Bruce since 1981. Some of the Phillies family in attendance are Mike and Donna Schmidt, Garry and Sondra Maddox, Dick Allen, Dickie Ray Noles, Larry Christenson, Steve Carlton, John Kruk, Mitch Williams, and Ricky Botallico. The Philadelphia Phillies' TV booth is now The Harry Kalas Broadcast Booth.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the inspiration for famous songwriter Jimmy Webb to write Up, Up and Away which rises to #7 in 1967 for Pop group the Fifth Dimension? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WWQM FM (Q-106) Midwest Family Broadcasting Madison, WI air shift flips: Kenny Jay moves into the midday DJ slot/keeps his MD title; Brad Austin PD tacks on DJ duties from 3-7 pm. •JENNIFER POWERS promotions director/midday DJ vacates WWQM FM (Q-106) due to the dreaded B-C. Jennifer Powers anxiously awaits her next assignment at jjpowers07@yahoo.com. •MALERIE DAVIS former WWQM FM (Q-106) Madison, WI promotions coordinator moves in to fill Jennifer Powers' midday DJ shoes. •SWEDISH court sentences 4 Pirate Bay website operators each to 1 year in prison for file-sharing copyright breach.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 DON GIBSON's Oh Lonesome Me lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on April 14th. •1967 DAR WILLIAMS Pop-Folk singer-songwriter-acoustic guitarist born Dorothy Snowden Williams on April 19th. •1979 EMMYLOU HARRIS' album Blue Kentucky Girl releases on Warner Brothers records on April 13th. •1988 MIJA PERMANTO Swedish Pop singer/radio host born Hanna-Mia Permanto on April 21st. •1997 BILLY DEAN (Billy the Kid #4-summer 1992) makes a guest appearance on April 16th on the NBC sitcom Wings. •2005 LUTHER VANDROSS R&B singer-producer-songwriter (Endless Love #2-1994) dies on July 1st.

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JUDY NELON (Nashville, TN) Subject: SGMG Announces 2009 Harmony Honors Celebration Concert; Barbara Mandrell to make special appearance. Nashville, TN —The SGMG 2009 Harmony Honors Celebration Concert will feature an all star line-up of music and guest appearances during GMA Music Week 2009 in Nashville, TN. SGMG president Judy Nelon states: "It is a rare honor to have this talented and great lady who exposed gospel music to 40 million viewers weekly on her hit NBC TV show, ‘Barbara Mandrell & the Mandrell Sisters,’ as part of the celebration." The SGMG Harmony Honors Celebration Concert will be held on Tuesday, April 21st at 7:00 pm (CST) in the Renaissance Hotel Ballroom located downtown Nashville, TN. The SGMG Celebration Concert is free and open to the public. For more information on GMA Music Week 2009 visit www.gospelmusic.org. (www.GospelMusicUpdate.com)

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JOANIE GREEN-GALLO (Houston, TX) Hi Jim, Many thanks to Bud Buschardt (Hi Bud!) for the trip down memory lane - I remember Southwest F.O.B. and did not know Dan Seals was in that band - I enjoyed the group during the time they were around. My condolences to the Seals family. Joanie Green

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Jim, I swear this really happened. When I worked for KTSA in San Antonio I would nearly always head straight for the golf course and get in 18 holes before going home. I guess it was about 1963 or so and I was playing at Brackenridge Park. On a par four I hit my second shot to about eight feet from the pin. As I was lining up to sink what would be my first birdie putt in a long time I heard an awful racket. I looked up to see a car bouncing out of control across an open field. The car started spinning around in circles faster and faster until it finally stalled. As I stood there gaping I noticed that the grass under the car had caught fire and oil was pouring from under the engine and feeding the flames. There was no one else in sight so I dropped my putter, waded across a drainage ditch with water up to my neck and sprinted the hundred yards or so to the car. The obviously drunk driver was just sitting there staring blankly ahead. I swung the door open and tried to pull him out but he had a death grip on the steering wheel. I had to literally beat his hands loose to get him out. Just as I led him to a safe distance the car burst into flames. Later the fire department arrived and I let them take over. I went back and finished the last couple of holes of golf and then phoned the story into the KTSA newsman on duty. Evidently he didn't deem it important enough and the story never got on the air. By the way, I missed that birdie putt. Darn it!

SATURDAY NIGHT 1979 KTRK-TV CH13 Weathercaster par excellence Ed Brandon plus CH13 Sports Director Bob Allen are guests on my Saturday night Oldies show on Top 40 KULF-790 here in Houston, TX in 1979. KTRK-TV Talk show entertainer Jan Glenn serves as our hostess with the mostest. Oh What a night! It's an Oldie but Goodie fun time that lives forever.

ED BRANDON (Houston, TX) I DO remember that appearance with Dave and Bob. As best I remember, it was only one of two times the three of us appeared on the air anywhere except Channel 13. The other was The John Downey Talk Show in KILT. Keep the daily posts coming!

TRIVIA ANSWER: Famous songwriter Jimmy Webb gets his inspiration to write Up, Up and Away as he watches a hot air balloon a friend flies during a radio station promotion.

GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook, CA) Jim, here's a little quote for the ending of your column. 'Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass...It's learning how to dance in the rain!' Gary Allyn (www.garyallyn.com) / (http://garyallynsradiopinion.blogspot.com/)

PATRICK HENRY (May 29, 1736-June 6, 1799) The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people; it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government.

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April 17, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #648

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

DELFONICS FOUNDER DIES

Do you remember spring 1968 when the smooth, soulful voices of the Delfonics, La-La-Means I Love You, captures us music lovers hearts? That great tune takes me back to when I spin records on 50,000 watt clear channel WFAA-820 in my hometown Dallas, TX. In 1965, as students at Philadelphia's Overbrook High, brothers William and Wilbert Hart, Ritchie Daniels and Randy (Rudy) Cain form the Four Gents who later become the Delfonics. Thom Bell, Philly Sound producer, brings to the group a string of hits. William Hart, Delfonics lead singer, writes most of their songs. In early 1970, Didn't I (Blow Your Mind This Time) becomes their second tune to sell over a half million copies, plus it takes home the 1970 R&B Grammy prize. In the mold of the Delfonics, Thom also produces 1970s Supergroups The Stylistics and The Spinners. In 1971, Randy Cain leaves the Delfonics. In 1973 he helps to form Philly group Blue Magic, whom we know for their summer 1974 Classic #8 Pop hit and #1 R&B smash Sideshow which sells over a half million copies. From 1971-74 Richmond, VA R&B singer Major Harris is Cain's Delfonics replacement. In spring 1975, Major goes solo with the #5 half million seller, Love Won't Let Me Wait. We spin that great tune on KXOL-1360 in Ft. Worth. Randy Cain passes away in his Maple Shade Township, NJ home on Thursday, April 9, 2009. Rob O'Neal, Burlington County medical examiner's office investigator, declines to release details of the cause of his death because of an ongoing investigation.

ABC TV FIRES LONGTIME CORRESPONDANT

Veteran 20/20 news correspondent Bob Brown, who is on ABC TV since 1977, loses his job. ABC TV tells him that he can still do freelance for the network. Bob, who turns 65 in two months, tells NY Post's Page Six, I hope there's work available after June. It's a big change of status, that's for sure. I'll be sorry to leave. One longtime staff member fumes: ABC has no regard for the people who helped them get where they are today. He's one of their old-school journalists and is loved by everybody. Jeffrey Schneider of ABC insists they will use Brown a lot, He is very valued.

TV NEWS EXPANDS!

Raycom Media celebrates WALB-TV CH10's all new newsroom on Monday, April 13, 2009. While many TV stations lay off news anchors and cut news programs the WALB News team now performs in a new expanded facility at their headquarters on Stuart Avenue in Albany, GA. CH10 employees and Raycom Media corporate executives cut the ribbon on the 4800 square foot addition during the grand opening of WALB's new newsroom. Paul McTear, Raycom CEO, brags, To be in the news business today means you have to produce news 24 hours a day for not only the television screen, but also the cell phone screen and Internet. WALB's expansion also includes a new entrance and reception area. Salute!

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who plays the steel guitar on Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young's fine 1970 hit Teach Your Children? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•KRIS STEVENS moves on up from afternoons to join Andie Summers for the morning show on Country WXTU FM (92.5) Philadelphia, PA. Razz night DJ replaces Eric in the afternoon spot. •JOHN MOODY EVP of News-Editorial for Fox News Channel vacates for a position with FNC-parent News Corp. •LOGITECH debuts on Tuesday, April 14, 2009 Ultimate Ears 700 a set of noise-isolating earphones smaller than a dime that retails for $229. •LAND ROVER proudly proclaims at the New York Auto Show that it is the 13th automaker to commit to HD Radio in its entire Land Rover and Range Rover lineup in the 2009 calendar year.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 HANK WILLIAMS' Your Cheatin' Heart hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on April 11th and remains in that spot for 6 weeks. •1964 MAYNARD JAMES KEENAN singer with Rock groups A Perfect Circle and Tool born James Herbert Keenan on April 17th. •1974 PHILLIP SWEET of Little Big Town born in Pocahontas, AR on March 18th. •1984 ALEXIS KORNER French Jazz-blues guitarist dies on January 1st. •1996 LONESTAR hits #1 in Billboard for the first time on April 13th with their single No News. •2008 GIANNI RAIMONDI Italian international opera tenor dies at 85 at his home near Bologna on October 19th.

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RED JONES (Carrollton, GA) Subject: Your column. Enjoy your column. Especially since it comes from Houston. I'm a Texas-born transplant. Worked TX radio 1948-1962. l957-1962 as PD and air shows KILT. The great ole days of Houston radio. Went to WQXI Atlanta in 1962 as PD and morning show. In Georgia still kickin'. 60 years now and still on the air, as independent contractor doing mornings at 50,000 watt WKNG. Retire to what? I look for names from the past but so many I worked with have "gone on" one way or another. Would like to make contact with any still here at jones1151@charter.net. Keep up with good work. Red Jones (Georgia Radio Hall Of Fame)

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WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Jim I sure wish you had made the luncheon, I posted a bunch of pictures on Facebook and you can see some of the folks you missed. Tom Franklin, who got his start at KNUZ/KQUE popped in, as did the REAL Sean O'Neal the voice over king from Bill Young Productions. Just so many folks, Berlin, Joe Ford, well that just goes without saying what a treat that was. Seeing Ken Grant again, why it must be over 20 years since I'd seen him and Clyde Ruffin our old copywriter, whew just a lot of memories came flooding back. Ronnie, Scott Arthur, Paul Williams, and Arch I see pretty often as I do the illustrious Harold Gunn. Heck I'm always thrilled to see Chuck Dunaway, one of my top 50 heroes from back in the day. When I first met Chuck I had 1. No idea he was FROM Houston 2. He grew up listening to Paul Berlin and 3. That Paul remains his radio idol. I'm hoping we can do it again because I know we missed a bunch of folks.

J. WALTER REYNOLDS (Houston-Kingwood, TX) Thank you Jim for the email. Jim I live in Kingwood/Houston. I'm a retired fellow. I have a friend also retired from broadcasting that turns me on to http://news.jimroseremembersradio.com/ about a year ago. so about once a week I look in and see what's going on. In 1964 I worked at KRMD in Shreveport; the studios were in the old Captain Shreves Hotel, downtown. I started in radio in 1960 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. I also worked radio in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Birmingham, Alabama and Tampa, Florida. And I worked television in Beaumont, Baton Rouge and Oklahoma City and then got out and started my own ad agency. You mentioned KASO in Minden. I listen to them over Internet. Kind of reminds me of the way things were back when we got started in the sixties. Man I remember when we got our cartridge machines. Prior to that we use the Ampex.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I think there is still good radio to listen to though getting harder to find. I don't like the new stuff played and the old stuff tends to bore me from having heard it too often. Like when I watch a movie about actors putting on a show, I like shop talk but not when watching a movie, I want the finished product. Where as I enjoy the shop talk in your newsletter, makes me realize how much work goes into what I heard that I enjoyed. Charles George

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Hey Jimbo and Tejas (good girl). Sorry to read about Harry Kalas passing. Many may not know this but Harry was an Astros Baseball play-by-play announcer before he went to Philly. I knew him when I was on KPRC, the Astros flagship station at the time, and he worked with the best announcing team in the business, Lowell Passe, Gene Elston and Bob Green, engineer. He was a fine man in addition to having one of the best voices I've ever heard. If you've ever seen those NFL greatest games shows, you've heard Harry. And last weekend my wife Pat and I went down to Palestine to ride the Texas State Railroad and who should be doing the announcing on the train (it was Snoopy and the Easter Bunnies weekend) but David Malone of KBOX, KIKK and KNUZ (as Bill Malone) He and I visited for quite a while about old times in radio. Here's his email address if you'd like to send him a copy of JRRR. biglipsmalone@aol.com David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia plays the steel guitar on CSN&Y's summer 1970 hit Teach Your Children.

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Sunday, April 19th on Family Law Radio we will be joined by Glen Schulz Author of Unlawful Flight, Dean Tong, forensic trial specialist and author of numerous books including Don’t Blame Me Daddy, Illusive Innocence, Ashes to Ashes Families to Dust and Abuse Excuse, and producer of numerous documentaries, films and videos. We’ll also have Michael Jefferies, the author of his recently released book, A Family’s Heartbreak. We will discuss Parental Alienation Syndrome. April is PAS month and awareness must be drawn to this mental abuse of children. We must get the courts to address this horrible problem and hold accountable those who commit this crime. Join me, Barry Kilgore, Sunday April 19th, at 1:00PM on KSEV AM 700 in Houston and globally at www.ksevradio.com.

P.J. O'ROURKE (November 14, 1947-p) Giving money and power to government is like giving whiskey and car keys to teenage boys.

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April 15, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #647

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ANOTHER RADIO LEGEND PASSES INTO THE NIGHT

Deano Day has a boundless major-market radio career that features several years in Los Angeles, CA as former morning man on Country KLAC-570 in three different intervals. For decades, he is the towering King of Country Radio in Metro Detroit, MI in the 1970s and 1980s on The Singing Cowboy Gene Autry’s WCXI-1160 (Fenton), WPON (Pontiac) and WDEE-1500. Other stops along the way include WUSN FM (US99) Chicago, IL and WIL-1430 St. Louis, MO. Deano is a one-time CMA Disc Jockey of the Year and four-time winner of Billboard magazine's Best Country DJ prize. Deano Day passes away at 70 on Friday, April 10, 2009 after he has heart surgery at Henry Ford Hospital in Motor town.

HERE'S WHERE THE MONEY GOES

Citadel Broadcasting struggles ever since it buys Disney's 22 radio stations for $2.7 billion. At the time, Citadel shares trade for more than $7. Citadel now owns more than 220 radio stations in 27 states that include KABC-790 in L.A., WABC-770 in NYC and WLS-890 in Chicago. In March 2009, Citadel's stock drastically drops to one penny. On Thursday, April 9th Citadel's stock closes at six cents. In comparison, Sirius XM is at 35c. In 2006, Citadel CEO Farid Suleman makes a total of about $18 million. In 2007 his total pay falls to $11.2 million. In 2008 Farid's total is $6 million when he decides to cut out his stock options. Suleman owns 3.19% of Citadel stock. Citadel CFO Judy Ellis' 2007 pay falls from $2 million to $750,000 in 2008. Currently, in 2009, her pay check is $500,000 per year. Nice work if we can get it. Citadel Broadcasting Corporation's 2009 annual stockholders meeting is on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 11:00 am (EST) at the JPMorgan Chase Conference Center on Madison Avenue in beautiful downtown NYC.

HALL OF FAME BASEBALL ANNOUNCER SIGNS OFF

Harry Kalas, a Ford C. Frick Hall of Fame Philadelphia Phillies announcer, dies suddenly in Washington on Monday, April 13, 2009. Former Phillie (1984-1987) Glenn Wilson names his youngest son Andrew Kalas Wilson, now 17, after Phillies’ broadcaster Harry Kalas. The family of the late Harry Kalas posts this statement: The Kalas family is overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and affection from all of Harry’s fans and friends cross America. Especially the Phillies fans whom he loved as much as the game of baseball itself.

TRIVIA QUESTION: From where does Gladys Knight get the name Pips for her group? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY ON APRIL 15TH: Jeff Dewit Music Director KHKZ FM (Hot Kiss 106.3) McAllen-Harlingen-Weslaco-Mercedes, TX; my sister Shirley Ann Rose-Repass and Dalene Richelle. •MARK (The Bird) FIDRYCH former All-Star baseball pitcher - family friend finds him dead about 2:30 pm Monday, April 13, 2009 underneath a pickup truck at his farm in Northborough. •JEFF ANDREWS rises to OM of Independence Media's 4-station cluster in Peoria, IL which includes Sports WZPN FM (96.5). •NY TIMES sells 21 floors of its headquarters building in midtown Manhattan for $225 million to gain more finances.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 STEVE GATLIN, (Grammy winning Gatlin Brothers) born in Olney, TX on April 4th. •1966 GRAEME CLARK bassist with Scottish Pop quartet Wet Wet Wet born on April 15th. •1974 TANYA TUCKER's single Would You Lay With Me (In A Field Of Stone) lands at #1 on Billboard on March 30th. •1989 FIONA MACGILLIVRAY lead singer of Celtic quartet The Cottars born on Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Island on April 19th. •1997 TRACE ADKINS' first #1 Billboard single on April 5th is (This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing. •2004 HOWARD KEEL (Harry Clifford Leek) singer-actor MGM's golden age musicals dies on November 7th.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Subject: Jim, I will try to give you a report (tornado damage). My oldest son took me to Bentonville since we had no power anywhere in Mena, and it was very cold...just back tonight, the (tornado) damage is horrific. I'm very blessed as just the outer part of it (tornado) passed over my house, my mother's house, etc. This is the best I have seen of the view of Mena. Of course, we all lost power and saw nothing! This is a Ft. Smith station which has always been my favorite for covering our weather. The green water tower is probably half a mile down from me. I am the 1st house on North Eve Street which was basically in the middle of the tornado's path. This is thanks to my cousin in Oklahoma. They saw the tornado but it lifted back up. She actually got footage of it and has posted it on her site. Aerial Footage of Mena Tornado Damage www.kfsm.com/news/kfsm-news-top-mena-aerials,0,1356881.story JC

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J. R. KENNEDY (Houston, TX) Subject: KQUE lunch. hi Jim, random thoughts from a scattered brain...attended the KQUE/KNUZ reunion lunch yesterday and what an event...Paul Berlin, Joe Ford, Ken Grant, Dave Ward...and so many more from over the years...to see all these guys at one time after all these years. What a pleasure and a real honor to be there. Thanks to all these guys for all the great memories and for the music from the days when radio was!

J. WALTER REYNOLDS (Houston-Kingwood, TX) Subject: Red Jones and Chuck Dunaway. Jim it sure was good hearing from Jones and Chuck Dunaway in your last edition. Remembering the good old days listening to the greats on KILT. I remember Red Jones from the early 60's at KILT. I also remember Red brought to KILT in a female Disc Jockey by the name of Randi from Winston-Salem. To my knowledge she was the first female in Top 40 in Houston. We've all got lots of great memories of radio in the 60's. J. Walter Reynolds, Ret., Kingwood/Houston, Texas

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) I worked for one of the real, honest geniuses of Top 40 Radio, as a matter of fact, the man who most national broadcasters give credit for inventing the format, Gordon McLendon...'The Old Scotchman' as he was called. He had a sign in our control room at KLIF in Dallas which read: The 3 Bs of Good Broadcasting: B-Funny, B-Informative or B-Quiet. Dan McCurdy - WMEX, Boston (1965); KLIF, KBOX, Dallas (1963-1967); inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: The Morning After. Here is a story of another Broadcaster that has left us. I hate this type of story, but then Easter made me think about what I believe and why. (www.fanhouse.com/news/main/harry-kalas-dies/425248?icid=main|htmlws-main|dl1|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fanhouse.com%2Fnews%2Fmain%2Fharry-kalas-dies%2F425248)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) From: tracy@hillbillyhits.com Subject: Texas Governor Rick Perry Recognizes Heart of Texas Country Music Association. As Governor of Texas, it is my pleasure to welcome everyone attending the 20th Anniversary Celebration for the Heart of Texas CMA. In so many ways, Texas culture is intertwined with great country music: from Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys to Willie Nelson; from Freddy Fender to George Strait. Organizations like the Heart of Texas CMA have helped keep the spirit of Texas music as alive and as vibrant as ever. But don't take my word for it. Just take a look at the array of talented performers who will grace the stage in celebration of Heart of Texas' second full decade of excellence. The dedication of these individuals stands in testimony to the way Texas music continues to capture the heart and imagination of performers and fans from all across the state and around the world. Once this music takes hold of you, it won't let go. So enjoy the performances during this celebration, joining in a tradition that goes back generations, and indulging in a sound that truly represents the Best in Texas. First Lady Anita Perry joins me in congratulating the Heart of Texas CMA for 20 years, and in wishing everyone present a great time. Sincerely, Rick Perry, Governor, State of Texas

TRIVIA ANSWER: Gladys Knight gets the name the Pips for her group from her manager's name James Pip Patten.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: Charlie Walker. Penny and I have enjoyed watching "Grand Old Opry Reunion" on RFD - TV and several times I noticed Charlie Walker sitting in there in background. It brought me back to when he was as a DJ on KMAC in San Antonio while I worked at KTSA. Several times we ran into each other at Willow Springs golf course. It got to be a pretty regular thing and we would plan our get togethers at the golf course. We just seemed to sort of hit it off. A few years later he recorded "Don't Squeeze My Sharmon". That was the end of our golf games. His career was rejuvenated in a big way and he took off for Nashville and the Grand Old Opry. It couldn't have happened to a nicer guy but golf wasn't near as much fun after that. It was with heavy heart that I heard of his passing last fall. It's been over 40 years but I can still clearly see his smiling face and hear his laughter out there on the golf course. He will be missed.

ANN COULTER (December 8, 1961-present) Communism: A New Fragrance By Hillary Clinton.

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April 13, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #646

HAPPY EASTER!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE BIG 89!

Citadel News-Talk WLS-890 (The Big 89) Chicago, IL celebrates its 85th year with The History of WLS that airs on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2009 from noon-2 pm. The show features well-known WLS personalities like The Singing Cowboy Gene Autry from the National Barn Dance, singer Andy Williams, comedian George Goebel, plus legendary Top 40 DJs Dick Biondi, Larry Lujack, John Records Landecker and others. WLS gets its call letters from its huge skyscraper Sears’ World’s Largest Store. WLS' broadcast history goes from the Midwest’s Voice of Agriculture to Music Radio to today's News-Talk format. The special WLS broadcast is online at www.wlsam.com.

PHILLY SPORTS GUY LEAVES

Bill Vargus a Temple University graduate and sportscaster on Fox WTXF-TV CH29 (formerly WTAF-TV) Philadelphia, PA leaves the building on April 29, 2009 because they do not renew his contract. Vargus' wife TV weather personality Sue Serio remains on Fox29. Bill's email to the press states, it’s very disappointing, but like anything in life, you have to look at it as an opportunity. I have some other things I’ve been wanting to explore. But I’m going to also stay open to any other broadcasting opportunities.

AND THE WINNERS ARE

The 2009 Radio-Television News Directors Association regional winners of the Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in electronic journalism include: Bonneville Broadcasting with 27 awards; CBS Radio 23; Clear Channel 11; Citadel 8; Cox Talk WSB-750 Atlanta, GA 5; Delmarva Broadcasting Talk WDEL-1150 Wilmington, DE and Rubber City Radio Group Talk WAKR-1590 Akron, OH each with 3 awards.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the original title of Hard Rock band Kiss' 1976 hit Beth? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•SUZY COLE is new APD/MD of Greater Media Active Rock WRIF FM (101.1) Detroit, MI. •DARRIN ARRIENS is new MD of Citadel Colorado Springs, CO duo Classic Rock KKFM FM (96.5) and Top 40 KKMG FM (Magic 98.9). •WMXQ FM (102.9) Cox Radio Alternative Rock Jacksonville, FL flips call letters to WXXJ FM. •BOB MCKAY inducts into the Country Radio Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN. After 45 years in radio it's Bob's last official day as PD of Beasley Country WXTU FM (92.5) Philadelphia, PA. He opens a new radio consulting firm with WXTU as its 1st client. Contact Bob at bmckay@wxtu.com and bawb@comcast.net.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 CARL PERKINS' Classic single Blue Suede Shoes leaps to #1 on April 7th on Billboard's Country chart. •1966 MARC FORD lead guitarist with Rock group Black Crowes born on April 13th. •1973 CONWAY TWITTY records You've Never Been This Far Before on April 4th at Bradley's Barn in Mt. Juliet, TN. •1980 BRYAN MCFADDEN singer-songwriter with Irish boy band Westlife born on April 12th in Dublin. •1999 MONTGOMERY GENTRY's debut album Tattoos & Scars releases on Columbia records on April 6th. •2008 ARTIE TRAUM Greenwich Village folk singer-guitarist-songwriter dies of cancer at 65 on Sunday, July 20th.

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RED JONES (Carrollton, GA) I live in Carrollton, Ga. Gradick Communications owns 5 stations in the area...WBTR-FM and WCKS-FM Carrollton, WLBB AM Carrollton, WKNG AM Tallapoosa (50,000 watts) and WKNG-FM licensed to Heflin, Ala, but studios with the AM building. Ran across your column surfing the net. Yes, sign me up. Your news is so complete for my purposes. RDN and R&R have a lot of stuff I have no interest in. Our station web site is WKNG.com. Right now we have it under construction to dress it up but click to personalities and there I am. Best. Red Jones (Georgia Radio Hall of Fame)

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JOHNNY SHANNON (San Antonio, TX) Hey there Jim. Good to see you on here (Facebook), my friend. See where you and John Steel are hooked up. I heard from him today too. Hope all is well with you. Johnny

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) So many small-to-medium market radio guys let their egos overtake their on-air-sanity and, eyes-wide-open, talk themselves into a verbal corner without any redeeming wrap-up to what they're saying. The thing they don't seem to understand is that with very few exceptions, nobody is listening to the magic box to hear THEM. But, egos being what they are, most on-air DJs assume that people are listening to their happy butts. They're NOT. They are listening to be updated, to be entertained, to be informed, to be soothed, and to be carried back in time in the reverie of a song shared with a long-lost love. There are myriad reasons that people listen to radio, and just about the least of these reasons is the guy or gal on the air. Dan McCurdy - WMEX, Boston (1965); KLIF, KBOX, Dallas (1963-1967); inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) It was at KOZY in Texarkana in 1955 that I had my second meeting with Elvis Presley. He and Hank Thompson were appearing together on a show in Texarkana. They came by the radio station to promote their engagement. At that stage in his career Elvis was not nearly as well known as Hank Thompson so he was opening for him. I had to do a news break so I told them to just sit tight for five minutes and I'd get back to them. While I was doing my best Walter Cronkite impersonation I glanced up to see Elvis crossing his eyes and sticking his tongue out at me in an attempt to break me up. When I finished the news cast I walked up to Elvis and reminded him of our meeting a while back when he was on the Louisiana Hayride. I discovered that despite his extroverted appearance he was actually very shy and retiring. I saw what appeared to be genuine fright in his eyes as he backed away from me. I didn't pursue the conversation any further. I learned the hard way not to take it for granted that big stars would be as friendly and approachable as they had been at a previous meeting.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) You can reach Ferlin via Heart of TX records, Tracy Pitkin, KNEL, Brady, TX; I believe you have his e-mail as I helped make your connections; if not, I can offer. (also, webmaster@Ferlinhusky.com may get your results.) Some side notes from my files: Ferlin has sold over 20 mill records; was first country artist to have his star on Hollywood Walk of Stars; hospitalized for some leg surgery, June 2007; heart by-pass, 1977 & 1999; has new record project on Heart of TX records & also will appear on a cruise to Bahamas for shows. Oct. 18-25, 2009. (In 1949, recorded his 1st under name Terry Preston; I believe his alter-ego Simon Crum came along in 1955, but in 1956 he joined the "rock-roll" crowd with releases: "Bop Cat Bop" & "Slow Down Brother.") Had a memorable hit-duo w/Jean Shepard (#4, 1953: "Forgive Me John" 1957's "Gone" to #1 & repeat in 1960 w/"Wings of a Dove" (written by Bob Ferguson, 1928-7/22/01) Ferlin's son, Danny, 17, drummer in his band was killed in car wreck, Cadiz, KY, March 1970. Had been a DJ KXLW, ST. Lo & DJ in Bakersfield, 1949. (He once guest-hosted A. Godfrey's Radio Show, NYC, 1957 & has appeared in 18 movies! Believe this may add to your interest in ole Ferlin...believe he also once had a theater in Myrtle Beach, SC same time as Gatlin Bros. Best to you & Tejas, BOB & Sonny Lee

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I have fun at El Centro when they had a studio set up in the basement, and using a Gates Cart Machine and 2 turntables, a Wolensak (sp) Reel to Reel, with a Spotmaster Mixing Board. They had us playing Top-40; however; I would stick in R&B that I liked. Like Al Green, The Snake and Show And Tell. It was fun also getting to be at KCHU (FM) the short time I was there. At night I used to listen to a Blues program over XEG 1050, the station sent me my first QSL for a report I sent. Charles George

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday April 18th. 3PM-6PM PDT 6PM-9PM EDT 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Catch the stream on: http://www.KOCIRadio.com; twitter at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: The original name of Hard Rock band Kiss' 1976 smash Beth is Beck which is the nickname of one of its songwriter's girlfriend.

CHUCK DUNAWAY (Houston, TX) At five minutes and six seconds after 4 AM on the 8th of July this year, the time and date will be 04:05:06-07/08/09. This will never happen again.

ED STERN (Uvalde, TX) Subject: Alaska Volcano Observatory - Redoubt - Images. Mt Redoubt is close to Anchorage Alaska. (www.avo.alaska.edu/volcanoes/volcimage.php?volcname=Redoubt) Winston Churchill (1874-1965) The inherent vice of capitalism is the unequal sharing of the blessings. The inherent blessing of socialism is the equal sharing of misery.

MARGARET THATCHER (October 13, 1925-June 26, 2003) The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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April 10, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #645

HAPPY EASTER!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MUSIC CITY TV NEWS ANCHOR DEPARTS

According to associates at Nashville, TN’s WSMV-TV CH4, longtime television journalist Dan Miller dies at 67 of an apparent heart attack on Wednesday night, April 8, 2009. This happens while Dan visits his hometown Augusta, GA with Channel 4 teammates Rudy Kalis and Terry Bulger for the Masters Golf Tournament. During his career he wins many Emmy Awards. Miller joins CH4 in 1969. He spends 16 years as news anchor plus 7 years as host of the Miller & Company talk show. In 1986, Dan leaves WSMV-TV for 5 years in Los Angeles, CA as principal anchor at KCBS-TV. He also is an ally on the late-night Pat Sajak Show. In 1992, Miller returns to Nashville. In 1995, he rejoins WSMV as news anchor. Miller's survivors include his wife, Karen, four children and two grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are not available at press time.

ESPIONAGE CHARGES AGAINST AMERICAN JOURNALIST

Iran files charges of espionage against 31-year-old American journalist Roxana Saberi. Iranian authorities detain her in January 2009 while she is a freelance reporter. As Tehran bureau chief for Feature Story News, Roxana registers reports for NPR, The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, Fox News, and other news channels. Saberi's lawyer asserts, as they have announced, they have accused her of espionage. The prosecution declares that she accepted the accusation. As of yet, no trial date is set. But this is serious business. Reuters reports, Under Iran's penal code, the crime of espionage can carry the death penalty. Last November Iran executed an Iranian businessman convicted of spying on the military for Israel.

THE END OF SIRIUS XM?

Computerworld blogger Mike Elgan affirms his basis for the mercy killing of Sirius XM on rumors that the next generation of Apple's iPhone includes both advanced streaming abilities plus an FM radio chip. The end of Sirius XM might stretch things a bit. But there's light at the end of the tunnel for terrestrial radio because new iPhones with FM receivers can be a major plus.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What 1960s Pop singer's kin writes the score for the movie Fame which wins the Academy Award? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CHUCK BLORE radio legend's birthday is Friday, April 10th! •HENRY MOWRY Director of Sales at R&R for 21 years leaves for a similar position at Radio-Info. •ROSIE ALLEN celebrates 25 years as PM Drive host on Citadel KGO-810 San Francisco, CA. In 1977 Rosie joins KGO on weekends. In 1984 she moves to the PM Drive co-host position. Salute! •AMY LYNN replaces Rick McGee as new morning DJ on Clear Channel AC WOLZ FM (95 Oldz) Ft. Myers, FL. Lynn arrives from KBKS FM (106.1 Kiss FM) Seattle, WA.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 JOHN DITTRICH drummer-singer with Pop-Country group Restless Heart (When She Cries #9-1992) born on April 7th in Batavia, NY. •1964 ALAN JOHN WREN (aka Reni) drummer with Pop-Rock quartet Stone Roses born on April 10th. •1972 PAT GREEN 2003 Grammy nominee (Wave on Wave #3-2003) born Patrick Craven Green on April 5th in San Antonio, TX. •1999 SHANIA TWAIN's album Come on Over ships 10 million copies on April 7th. •2000 LONESOME DAVE PEVERETT guitar-singer with British Blues-Rock bands Savoy Brown & Foghat dies on February 7th.

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DERRILL E. HOLLY (Arlington, VA) You are performing a much needed service to the radio community. While information on the passing of notables from country, rock and AOR may be found elsewhere, it is rare that anything on jazz luminaries makes it to the eyes of those who know the music. Your inclusion of these artists as well as the exits of long silent jocks from bygone eras are one of the things that makes your column special. Keep up the good work. Derrill E. Holly

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DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Hey, Jim a shout out to the legendary Tom Cat Reeder. My first job when I got out of the service was at WDON in Wheaton Md. (Wash. DC) doing mid-days after the Ton Cat. He was the Big Dog when I came to Country Music in the DC area. I learned a lot from Reeder and am proud to share space in the Country Disc Jockey Hall of Fame with him. They broke the mold after the Tom Cat. Good to know he's still playing a blue grass tune or two from time to time. Dr. Bruce Nelson Stratton GM KFTX Corpus Christi p.s. I'm gonna be 66 in May so that makes Reeder about 103 right Tom???

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Bob Guthrie is retiring from WOAI-AM after 53 years. That's according to a press release from the station. He started in 1956, at the age of 22. I first encountered him when I was a boy, and he was the anchor for WOAI-TV Channel 4. He was the news director for many years, but stepped down from that post in the late 70's, if I recall correctly. I worked with him from 1985 to 1987. I am amazed at the stability News Director Jim Forsyth has been able to achieve in his department. Jim has been there since '87, Michael Main since '85, and city hall reporter Bud Little joined the station in '75. My favorite Bob Guthrie story is how he built a house for himself in one of the northern suburbs of San Antonio {Shavano Park?) and was showing it to someone when that someone offered to buy it. He sold it, and then built another, then another, then a couple dozen more, finally building his own home straddling a creek. Bob Guthrie has that perfect radio voice... deep and rich. He also has a cheerful disposition, and always treated me with great kindness and respect. What a pro! Bob

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) The best advice I have ever given to young, aspiring radio hopefuls was exactly that...when you look at the microphone, imagine very small groups of people, not the thousands who may be listening...that helps with the nerves, too...it's much easier to talk one-on-one or one-on-two than thinking of yourself in a huge stadium talking to masses of folks. Also, I've told many aspiring radio youngsters this: NEVER go into a bit or gag or any live shtick without having a punch line ready or a snapper handy to end the bit...and after you throw the kicker or payoff, immediately go into an up-tempo jingle or record to serve as an 'exclamation mark' to the punch line. Dan McCurdy - WMEX, Boston (1965); KLIF, KBOX, Dallas (1963-1967); inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) HI JIM: When I started smoking as a Senior in HS, I blamed Dennis James & his dancin' Old Gold cig pack; I stopped smoking 3/27/84 to never touch another; this time I blamed my daughter! Cigs were $5 ctn (I never bought single packs) She gave me good advice. I finally got to meet the great anncr Dennis James in Phoenix in 1995; he died 6/3/97 of cancer @ 79 in Palm Springs, CA. I too bought a brand new 1957 Bel Air Chev off showroom floor at Hairston Chev., Chesapeake, Ohio, but believe mine was a bit more in price than your Dad's '57; I kept mine until trading for a '60 in Tampa. Wish I still had the '57, as I made a bad move! Thx for your note...always good to chat this way & often. Did I hear Tejas wish a Happy Birthday to Sonny Lee?? Your buddy, BOB

TRIVIA ANSWER: 1960s Pop singer Leslie Gore's (It's My Party #1-1963) brother Michael writes the Academy Award winning score for the movie Fame.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday April 11th. 3PM-6PM PDT 6PM-9PM EDT 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California. Catch the stream on: http://www.KOCIRadio.com; twitter at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi Jim, If a person is treated like they are a no-nothing does it make it so? In High School, I was taking a class in Journalism. I wrote an editorial, my teacher told me it could not be published since the newspaper was part of the school system being criticized. So I asked about Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press. She told me she would print it as a letter to the editor if I signed my name, which I did and she did as she promised. I mentioned that P. E. only taught how to compete and lets those who could win, win but did not help the rest of us. Anyway my P. E. Teacher when he saw me asked what could be done. I said think about the needs and maybe have Frisbee or sports that were not competitive for us who hated that aspect. Help us to train since not all of us would be jocks. I also found the students hating me for the letter were not the ones that I thought would and vice versa, go figure. KWTX, I think they might find reception reports I sent. I managed to get AM/FM/TV all verified at different times. Charles George

GEORGE BASIL C. HUME (March 2, 1923—June 17, 1999) The great gift of Easter is hope - Christian hope which makes us have that confidence in God, in his ultimate triumph, and in his goodness and love, which nothing can shake.

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April 08, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #644

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

JAZZ SAX MAESTRO DEPARTS

Clifford Everett Shank Jr., or as the world knows him as Bud Shank, a renown alto saxophonist and flutist, dies at 82 of pulmonary failure at his home in Tucson, AZ on Thursday, April 2, 2009. Bud comes to life in Dayton, OH on May 27, 1926. He begins to play the clarinet at 10 and tenor saxophone at 12. Shank majors in music at the University of North Carolina. He quits school to try his luck in music in Los Angeles, CA and becomes one of the most well known Jazz musicians on the west coast. From 1947-51, Shank plays with Jazz greats Charlie Barnet, Art Mooney, Stan Kenton. In August 1953, Bud joins the Lighthouse All-Stars. He remains with them until early January 1956. In 1962, Shank records an album with Indian sitarist Ravi Shankar whom the Beatles bring to prominence in the late 1960s. Bud also is a TV and studio musician. In 1966, Shank performs a flute solo on Pop stars the Mamas and the Papas' first national chart hit California Dreamin' which rises to #4 on Billboard. In 1966, Bud's album Michelle lands on the Billboard charts. Bud records several LPs on World Pacific records from the 1950s to the 1970s. In 2007, he forms the Bud Shank Big Band. Bud's last performance in the Los Angeles area is at the Jazz Bakery in January 2009. In fact, on the day before he dies, Bud Shank is in a recording studio session in San Diego, CA for a new album. Survivors include his wife, Linda. Information on his funeral services is not available at press time.

BRITISH PUB OPENS IN THE ALAMO CITY

The Lion & Rose, a British-style pub franchise with its base in San Antonio, opens its newest location in March 2009 in the Forum Shopping Center near Interstate 35 and Loop 1604 just north of the city. We might ask why a new business opens in times like these. Allan Tharp, President/CEO of the Lion & Rose, affirms We’re still a young franchise. Our newest store at the Forum will be our fourth location in San Antonio (and) we expect our fifth and sixth locations within two years. In 2008, the area chapter of the U.S. Local Business Association company gives the Lion & Rose its Best of San Antonio Award. The 5418 Broadway location is the first Lion & Rose pub to open in 2004.

TRIVIA QUESTION: From where does the word Grammy in the Grammy Awards originate? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MARK ADAMS PD of CBS Radio Top 40 KKHH FM (Hot 95-7) Houston, TX tacks on PD duties at new property Hot AC KHMX FM (Mix 96.5). •FOX NEWS fires 10 year entertainment columnist vet Roger Friedman on Saturday, April 4, 2009 over his leak on FoxNews.com on Thursday of an illegal pirate version of the May 1st release of 20th Century Fox's X-Men Origins: Wolverine. •LISA BIELLO is the new PD/PM Drive DJ on Cumulus Hot AC WNNF FM (Frequency 94.1) Cincinnati, OH after Cumulus acquires WNNF from Clear Channel.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 JANIS IAN Pop singer-songwriter-guitar-piano born Janis Eddy Fink in NYC on April 7th. •1962 BILLY DEAN (Somewhere in My Broken Heart #3-1991) born on April 1st in Quincy, FL. •1988 REBA MCENTIRE's single Love Will Find Its Way To You hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on April 2nd. •1996 GERRY MULLIGAN one of the all time great baritone sax players dies at 68 at his home in Darien, CT on January 20th. •2006 BRAD PAISLEY sings When I Get Where I'm Going at Buck Owens' funeral at the Valley Baptist Church in Bakersfield, CA on April 2nd.

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TOM CAT REEDER (Washington, D.C./Reston-Centreville, VA) Hey Jim...Thanks for your reply to my e-mail. Our 'ol friend Robert Hanger told me about you. We worked many shows together over the years. He’s a great friend. Jim, I have so many stories, I really don't know where to start. I'll try to give you one this time. In 1958 in Mobile, Ala. at WABB radio...I sat on a telephone pole for seven days and did my radio show promoting Jerry Lee Lewis (We had booked him into our night club - Radio Ranch. The club held 1000 people. He packed it three times and we had to turn people away. That's when most other Disc Jockeys refuse to play his records. He's never forgotten that. Ask him now. He still remembers it. If you care to hear more...please advise. Thanks Jim. Tom 'Cat'

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) HI Jim: I have info on all B-western stars, as I was fortunate to have met so many of them. Also can put you in contact with writer of "Boot Hill," a final tribute to the cowboys & cowgirls who rode the Sat Matinee movie range. This book (about $20) will give you everything you ever wanted to know about all 1200 of them. (I refer to this book weekly) FYI on your fav, Bob Steele; B. Robert Adrian Bradbury, Jan 23, 1907, Portland, OR; D. Dec. 21, 1988; cremated w/memorial crypt @ Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, CA. The star, character actor & bit-player seen in nearly 400 movies & TV shows was 82 & son of Robert Bradbury, SR, a Dir of silent films. Hope this will bring back some memories for you too. I hope you & Tejas have much better days ahead. BOB & Sonny Lee

SCOTT HODGES (Shreveport, LA) Subject: Veteran broadcaster Howard Clark dies Sunday. Just in case you hadn't heard. You have been sent an online news article from Scott Hodges as a courtesy of shreveporttimes.com. Article Title: Veteran broadcaster Howard Clark dies Sunday. To view the contents on www.shreveporttimes.com, go to: www.shreveporttimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/200904060600/OBITUARIES01/904060310

J. WALTER REYNOLDS (Houston, TX) Veteran broadcaster Howard Clark dies at 70. "Howard was only diagnosed a week ago," until recently worked with Cumulus in Shreveport. Stations Clark worked at in a career that covered the better part of five decades ranged from WKY in Oklahoma City, WTIX in New Orleans and KFRC and KYA in San Francisco to WWDJ in Hackensack, N.J. and a large handful of Shreveport stations, including KVKI, KEEL/KITT/KVKI, KSYR and KLKL. Clark retired from broadcasting in 2006, telling friends "it was a fun ride but it's time to do nothing and enjoy Lake Highland in Louisiana." Clark is survived by a sister, Rachel Barmore and her husband, Leon; brother Tommy Clark and wife, Lynda; daughter Sonya Sales and her husband, Dean; daughter Geyna Hinds and husband, Allen; daughter Natalie Gill and husband, Bobby; daughter Shawn Butcher; and seven grandchildren. Funeral and memorial services are pending in Shreveport, Louisiana.

LYNN WOOLLEY (Temple, TX) Jim, Great to see letters from people like Jerry Miller and Don Couser in your newsletter. I ran a KONO survey from September 7, 1963 in my book "The Last Great days of Radio" that features their pictures (San Antonio's 7 Good Guys"). The #1 song on the survey was "Blue Velvet" by Bobby Vinton. The book is still available from www.BeLogical.com or a variety of sources on the internet. Lynn

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Don (Sundeen) has worked in radio all over the country. He was also a promo man with a major record label back when we had real record labels. I met him through Ira Lipson and haven't known him very long. I'll ask him if he did work at KXOL. BB

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Just found out that Don Henley of the Eagles and Bum Phillips both attended my alma mater Stephen F. Austin University. That's 3 great people that I know who attended there. Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio, On Am 700 KSEV - The Voice of Texas, Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM streamed globally at www.ksevradio.com

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Please click on the link below for Hank Locklin's bio. I heard this great man singing on TV on some country show recently. I don't know how old the show was but I believe he was well up in his years then. I was blown away by his still powerful, pure tenor voice. What a loss. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hank_Locklin)

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday April 11th. 3PM-6PM PDT 6PM-9PM EDT 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on: http://www.KOCIRadio.com twittering at: http://twitter.com/elconejo09

TRIVIA ANSWER: The word Grammy in the Grammy Awards comes from Gramophone which is a brand name of a sound recording in the late 1800's.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I always open your newsletter first thing when I go to my e-mail. Sometimes I wish I had been in broadcasting as a professional, but from the stories I hear at times makes me wonder. When I was taking speech therapy my therapist, said you would do well to think about being a lawyer. I told her I would hate to loose when I felt like my side was right. Charles George

ALBERT EINSTEIN (1879-1955) The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.

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April 06, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #643

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LONG ISLAND RADIO EXEC PASSES

A radio DJ and executive who for decades is the fun and personality of old-style local radio, Paul Sidney, dies of leukemia at 69 on Thursday morning, April 2, 2009. Paul's voice is an East End institution during his many years as a personality on WLNG-1600 and WLNG FM (92.1) with Oldies, latest hit music and local news. Bob Shannon of WCBS FM, who is also from WLNG attests, It still hasn't sunk in that he's actually gone. Paul begins on WLNG in the early 1960s and remains on the air after he becomes President/GM. In 2005 he retires: Radio should be instinctive and fun. The way it used to be and should be. Sidney, born in Brooklyn, gets his start in broadcasting in the 1950s as a teenager when he hangs out at the former DuMont TV studios. Paul later moves into radio. In 2007, Paul Sidney inducts into the New York State Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Read more about Paul in the radio station Web site. (www.wlng.com/)

STATUE OF THE KING IN NASHVILLE?

Rejoice dear hearts! How's about a statue of Elvis Presley in Nashville, TN's Hall of Fame park? Gail Kerr writes in Sunday's April 5, 2009 issue of the Tennessean about a fella by the name of Moses Walter Fisher Jr. who suggests the most magnificent sculpture of Elvis Presley anywhere in the United States across the street from Nashville's symphony hall. Seems very appropriate to us Elvis fans but who pays for this magnificent tribute? Moses Walter Fisher Jr. sends two long letters to Metro Councilwomen Megan Barry and Erica Gilmore. Mr. Fisher's letters begin with: There are times when I sometimes wonder why the city that's known around the world as Music City, U.S.A. does not have some kind of memorial in honor of the greatest singer and entertainer of our time, Elvis Aaron Presley. Moses states that Elvis is a great Country singer who records his hit tunes at RCA's famous Studio B. Presley makes an appearance on the Grand Ole Opry. Elvis is an inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame, plus Presley takes Country music from a regional base to a huge national following. In typical government fashion, Barry and Gilmore forward Moses' letters to the parks department. They end up on Tuesday's parks board agenda. But more likely than not his passionate plea heads off to another government office or to file 13. Like the scripture in the Bible declares there's no room at the inn. In times like these the city of Nashville, TN has no rubles in its coffers for such a project. How about a tiny portion of that Obama stimulus money?

TRIVIA QUESTION: What year does Elvis Presley return to live performances? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DON JANTZEN PD of Clear Channel Alternative KTBZ FM (The Buzz 94.5) Houston, TX needs a personality to light up the nights. Send your best stuff to nightopening@thebuzz.com. •GARRY MEIER well-known Chicago, IL radio personality returns! Garry signs the dotted line for the 1-4pm slot on Tribune Talk WGN-720. PD Kevin Metheny asserts: We would have announced this yesterday, but... April Fool's Day? No one would have believed it. •JOHN ROBERTS CNN's American Morning co-anchor inducts into the Canadian Broadcasters Hall of Fame in Toronto. Salute!

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 RALPH COOPER drummer with Pop group Air Supply (The One That You Love #1-1981) born on April 6th. •1961 BUDDY JEWELL winner of the 1st Nashville Star TV competition in 2003, leads to a record contract and Gold album born on April 2nd in Osceola, AR. •1973 PHARRELL WILLIAMS singer-songwriter-rapper with record production duo the Neptunes born in Virginia Beach, VA on April 5th. •1984 HILLARY SCOTT (Lady Antebellum) born on April 1st in Nashville, TN. •2008 GEORGE STRAIT's album Troubadour releases on MCA records on April 1st.

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JOYCE WEBSTER [J.C.] (Mena, AR) Hi! Dear Jim, I was saddened to hear about the passing of Jim West, a real gentleman. It is so nice to read how much appreciated he was. I had the pleasure and honor of visiting in the West home once while I was with Starr Broadcasting. While admiring a lovely painting of Mrs. West with her horse, Jim commented that all the money in the world wouldn't buy good health, and he made his adoration of his lovely wife very evident. That memory of Jim has always stood out in my mind. My prayers are with his family. JC

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BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) I was at the Irving Metro Networks office to pick up my final pay stub (they forgot to mail it, after sending my last regular paycheck into direct deposit) when I encountered Mike Laurel. He was in the Metro Austin office back when I was at KVET/KASE. He mentioned that the San Antonio office closed 3/31, with all hands lost. Something similar happened at dozens more Metro locations around the country. They're consolidating into just 13 regional operations. That means San Antonio traffic will come from the Dallas (Irving) shop now. (what could go wrong?) I was concerned about Johnny Shannon and his job doing traffic reports at KTSA. I dropped him a line and he's still employed. He works at 5400 Eisenhauer, not the Metro facility on 410. Metro is cutting salaries company wide. The cuts range from 5 to 15 percent. Radio One, the Dallas Morning News and Startlegram are doing the same. Then there's Tom Hicks, who skipped the scheduled interest payments for the money owed on the Stars and Rangers. He wants the lenders to change the schedule and stretch out the repayment. He's confident the lenders don't want to own sports teams. Try that with your landlord and see how long it takes for your stuff to be on the sidewalk! More later. Bob

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Jim...It came to me at dinner tonight. The Charlie Brown created by Gordon McLendon at KLIF in 1961 was really Jack Woods. He later worked in Houston for a short while. Then at last report, years ago, tho'. He worked in San Diego with Paul Menard, 'KILT'S Harrigan'.....his KILT partner, Mac Hudson (Hudson McArthur Roach) also went to another station in San Diego and competed against Charlie and Harrigan, with another partner from Houston, Joe Bauer! And that's the name of that game! Jerry

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Why, you're just a young 'un, Jimbo...I was hired by KLIF in June 1963, so it's coming up on 46 years for me since I started spinnin' 45s and talkin' trash in the Metro Mess...1965 in Boston, working with the wonderful Larry Glick...January 1966-January 1967 at KBOX, then on to the fun, creative world of advertising Slurpees and crankin' out PR for 7-Eleven Stores. But, like you, I still have vivid dreams, quite often in fact, of my daze in 'real radio'...I swear to God, I've missed being on the air every day since January 23, 1967...EVERY DAY...I kid you not. And many have been the days that I've felt, as you mentioned, like Shel Silverstein's 'Giving Tree'...three kids and two ex-wives will do that to you...just call me 'Stumpy' too... My best to you, my friend... Dan McCurdy - WMEX, Boston (1965); KLIF, KBOX, Dallas (1963-1967); inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Elvis Presley returns to live performances on July 31, 1969 at the brand new International Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Good evening Jim: You may wish to verify the death of Hal Durham on Sun March 29. My sources tell me that Hal died @ 77 in Cape Coral, FL. He had previously served as Gen. Mgr of Grand Ole Opry & had also been PD of WSM. Also I did verify that one of the last B-Western movie stars with Texas connections also passed away March 29, 2009. Monte Hale (Samuel Buren Ely), singer/guitarist & actor died in Studio City, CA @ age 89. Born in Ada, OK 6/8/19, he had lived for a time in San Angelo, TX before heading to CA. He helped found the Autry Nat'l Center of American West & was one of the original owners of the LA Angels Baseball team. His records included: In MY Stable There's An Empty Stall," & "Statue In The Bay'" etc. He was an inductee into Western Music Assn Hall of Fame. At an early age, he played for vaudeville shows & local rodeos in Houston & later Galveston. During the second World War, a job as a replacement guitar player with Stars Over Texas War Bond Drive led to a friendship with several Republic Pictures stars & staff. Later signing a 7-yr contract w/studio Pres. Herbert Yates, he discarded his birth-name for a more appealing name of Monte Hale. After an apprenticeship in several bit-parts, Hale was given the lead in "Home On The Range" (1946), which led to a five year run as one of Republic's popular singing cowboy stars. It's reported he taught James Dean his rope tricks during their work together on the movie "Giant' (1955) in Marfa, TX. Hale retired from films, wrote songs, made TV guest appearances & toured as part of a musical cowboy act in rodeos & circuses & appeared at numerous western film-fan conventions. Edit as you wish, if you use any part at all. I pass along only thinking of your interest. I seek no credits. BOB & Sonny Lee

WILLIAM BUTLER YEATS (1865-1939) Tread softly because you tread on my dreams.

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April 03, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #642

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

RUSH SAYS GOODBYE TO NYC

NY lawmakers pass a bill that sharply increases state income taxes on folks who make more than $500,000 a year. This causes uproar amongst NY citizens. Rush Limbaugh says he sells his property in NY and stops the production of his TV show in the state. Limbaugh explains that if it weren't for the hurricanes in Florida, he'd never go to New York at all, and that he only worked in the state for about three weeks last year. So I'll tell you what I'm going to do. I'm going to look for an alternative studio somewhere outside New York, perhaps Texas -- another no-income-tax state -- and I'm going to get the hell over there, when a hurricane starts coming our way, 'cause I told Mayor Bloomberg: I'll be the first to lead the way. You know, this is just... I'll sell my apartment. I'll sell my condominium. I'm going to get out of there totally, 'cause this is just absurd, and it's ridiculous -- and it isn't going to work. It's punishing the achievers for the mistakes and the lack of discipline on the part of a bunch of corrupt politicians that have run that city and state into the ground for I don't know how many years -- and I, for one, am not going to take the blame for it." Later, Limbaugh said he had "affiliates from all over the fruited plain now offering their studios as a hurricane-relocation location. (www.rushlimbaugh.com)

ACM AWARDS ARE SUNDAY

We can watch the 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards live on CBS TV from the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday night, 8pm EST/PST, April 5, 2009 at the MGM Grand - Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV. It's Country Music’s Party of the Year. Orly Adelson, President of Dick Clark Productions, says, Nearly 12 million viewers tuned in to our show this year and we’re driving ourselves to deliver an even bigger, better show to those viewers in 2009. The Awards have become a concert event, treating music fans to amazing performances, unexpected combinations of artists and moments that really ‘wow.’ We expect both shows next year to deliver on those elements. Among the dignitaries at the event is Ed Salamon, Executive Director of The Country Radio Broadcasters. Ed inducts into The Country Radio Hall of Fame in February 2006. The Artist of the Decade Special that honors George Strait by way of tape at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Monday, April 6, 2009. It airs at a later time on the CBS Television Network. Dick Clark Productions produces both events for television for a later broadcast. (www.ACMCountry.com)

TRIVIA QUESTION: In 1958, Eddie Cochran's Summertime Blues rises to #8. Two others have hits with the song. Who are they? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•C. J. JONES moves on up to VP/MM of Cumulus Fayetteville/Ft. Smith, AR radio station cluster. Previously, C.J. is VP/Market Manager of Cumulus Lake Charles, LA cluster. •TODD MOSCOWITZ is new EVP of Warner Bros. Records. •ARTHUR PENHALLOW celebrates his 39th anniversary at PM Drive on Greater Media Active Rock WRIF Detroit, MI in May 2009 but leaves before that date because he says he cannot reach a new agreement on his contract. Penhallow makes the announcement on his Facebook page: It appears my days in Detroit radio are over for now. Thanks for your support over the last 39 years…I shall return.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 JOHNNY CASH records I Walk the Line and Get Rhythm at Sun Recording Studio in Memphis, TN on April 2nd. •1964 SAM COOKE Soul singer dies from a gunshot wound in Los Angeles, CA on December 11th. •1977 KENNY ROGERS' tune Lucille is his first #1 single on Billboard's Country charts on April 2nd. •1981 WILLA FORD dance-pop singer-songwriter born Amanda Lee Williford on January 22nd. •1992 WYNONNA JUDD's 1st solo concert is in Midland, TX on April 2nd. •2003 EDWIN STARR legendary Motown Soul singer dies of a heart attack on April 3rd at his home in Nottinghamshire.

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GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook, CA) Jim, I too, wish to send my condolences to the family of Jim West. We became friends over the years after ordering and producing many jingle packages with PAMS and TM when Jim was there. Jim was always the class act and the pro "low pressure" salesman. He was more interested in you and your family than he was selling you a jingle package. He was a rare man of many talents-all of which will be missed. Jerry Mueller mentioned Charlie and Harrigan...the DJ Charlie Brown was in reality-Jack Woods who lives out my way in North San Diego County. Tom Murphy came out here at the time I did in 1965 when we both were new hires by Lee Bartell at KCBQ. Murphy and I shared an ocean side apartment together for a brief time. Have lost track of Tom, so if anyone knows of his whereabouts, I'd like to know. By the way, to Tom Ellis: with YOUR money, YOU should buy Hearst out! I know how frugal you were. HA! Now it can be revealed: George the Duck really played the part of Don Couser on KONO. Don was really a two-bit actor from Waco. APRIL FOOL!!!! Gary Allyn (www.garyallyn.com) (http://garyallynsradiopinion.blogspot.com/)

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TOM BRITTON (Houston-Spring, TX) The Last Song was written by Roy Orbison and Bill Dees - recorded by Gene Thomas on the Hickory Label. I was with Bill Dees last year as he played the guitar and sang the song for me. (www.BrittonSpeaks.com)

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Jim, After the mega monster SFX & Clear Channel ate the stations (KNUZ-1230 & KQUE FM). I wound up at Metro Networks doing news, traffic & weather for every station in Houston and elsewhere. Clear Channel's KTRH and Metro got into a bidding war for me (go figure that) and KTRH won. I had forgotten what KTRH stood for...Keep That Resume Handy. After that was my second divorce wherein I lost zillions. Then found out I had cancer that spread to my brain. Thank goodness it wouldn't affect anything I would use. They said I wasn't supposed to live but I assured the doctors that I would because I had two X-wives to p*** off. After two years of surgery, chemo and radiation I went to KVST in Conroe as News Director. Barry Kaye and I worked together there. It was great fun because it's unclear as to which one of us is more nuts. Although I still live in the woods, I'm back trying like crazy to keep my Family Law Radio program on the air at KSEV in Houston. I own the show and it's expensive. Which reminds me you are welcome to donate (to) the "Save the Me" foundation since my Obama bail out has not yet arrived. God bless and buy guns. Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio, KSEV-700 The Voice of Texas, Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM (www.ksevradio.com)

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #640 March 39, 2009 [M]. Jimbo...'preciate the recall of Ron, Al, Chet, et al at the 2004 TRHoF event...that was one of the most special nights of my life, professional or otherwise. I still haven't come down from that one. <g> BTW, Margaret Thatcher is still living, although I understand that her health is presently failing, much like Ronald Reagan's, with dementia. Unfortunately, as I gather, the only time Alzheimer's can be fully confirmed is post-mortem. I loved the Thatcher quote; almost as if she were speaking to the U.S. today. Your N. Texas pal... Dan McCurdy

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, Don Sundeen and I visited Jim around the first of the year at the nursing home. Even though his breathing machine and physical condition prevented him from moving around a lot, he sat up with us and shared some good times and laughs from the past. I only wish I had stopped in later for another visit. It seems like the last e-mails I've sent to you have been obits. I'm going to try to find something fun to send you next time...unless! Bud

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt TODAY Saturday March 28th. 3PM - 6PM PDT 6PM - 9PM EDT 11PM - 2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com March 17th. thru March 24th.

TRIVIA ANSWER: In 1968, Blue Cheer's version of Summertime Blues goes to #14. In 1970, The Who hits #27 with the tune.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Jeff Healy (1966-2008). RE; Issue JRRR #638, 3/25/09: Some interesting notes about your mention of Guitarist Jeff Healey: He was B.3/25/66 & died from retinal cancer on 3/2/08, just 23 days shy of age 42. Grammy-nominated Healey had platinum record sales with his 1988 album, "See The Light," which included his hit single, "Angel Eyes" to #5, July 1989 (writer, Matt Dennis D.6/21/02). Healey died just weeks before his first album release in 8 years, "Mess of Blues."He had battled cancer, blindness since age 1, & taught himself to play guitar, earning a reputation, with his blues-oriented vocals, as a teenage musical prodigy. His love for jazz led him to host radio shows in Canada, from his personal collection of more than 30,000 vinyl records. A musician of rare abilities, his rock-oriented trio gained international acclaim from his hometown of Toronto. The group also appeared in the 1989 movie, "Road House." Your mention led me to my archives again; always a pleasure to keep up with JRRR & the music-biz. BOB & Sonny Lee. (My attack-cat turns 9 on 4/1, & yes, there will be a party!)

DOUG LARSON (1902-1981) Nostalgia is a file that removes the rough edges from the good old days.

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April 01, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #641

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TAB CHAIR DIES

He begins his radio career as co-host of the Jason & Roy Morning Show on KORA FM (98.3) Bryan, TX. He later buys KMOO FM (99.9) in Mineola, TX. Jason Hightower current chairman of the Texas Association of Broadcasters dies at only 38 of brain cancer on Friday, March 20, 2009. Ann Arnold TAB President maintains that Jason's untimely death is an extraordinary loss. Ben Downs a Texas broadcaster affirms if everyone in our business cared for their community like Jason cared for little Mineola there wouldn’t be these battles to fight in Congress.

SEND IN THE CLOWNS

Here in Houston, TX at 6am on Monday morning, March 30, 2009 listeners wake up to hear another brand new radio station format. Judy Collins' late 1970s tune Send in the Clowns is appropriate. KKHH FM (Hot Hits 95-7) CBS Radio debuts The New Brit 95-7, Houston’s Brit Hits! That's right but don't get up and boogie. It's the New Brit 95-7 with all of Britney Spears' music from her Oldies to the new stuff. But it only lasts for a little while until midnight. Thank God for small miracles. Mark Adams, KKHH FM's PD thinks now is the right time for all Britney Spears music. Why? Well, Ms Spears sells out her concert at Toyota Center.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Tom Dawes writes the only hit for 1960s group The Cyrkle, Red Rubber Ball. What is his next claim to fame? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•LARRY GLICK long-time night DJ on 50,000 watt clear channel or as we say flamethrower WBZ-1030 Boston, MA dies at 87 after he has open heart surgery in Florida on Thursday, March 26, 2009. •DAVE NELSON tacks on the PD title of Midwest Communications Active Rock WHBZ FM (The Buzz 106.5) Sheboygan, WI. •MAGIC BROADCASTING eliminates Jeff Storey's executive VP/COO positions. Jeff is honcho over Magic's 12 station cluster for 3 years. •KYLZ FM Millcreek Broadcasting Salt Lake City, UT flips to Classic Rock (104.7 Cool) on Monday, March 30, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 CHARLY MCCLAIN (Who's Cheatin' Who #1-1980) born in Jackson, TN. •1969 JERRY FINN popular record producer (Green Day, Blink-182, Morrissey) born on March 31st. •1971 CONWAY TWITTY & LORETTA LYNN's single After The Fire Is Gone hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 27th. •1980 JON-JON POULOS drums with Rock quintet from Chicago, IL The Buckinghams dies on March 26th. •1999 KENNY CHESNEY's single How Forever Feels begins a 6-week run at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 27th. •2008 GENE PUERLING Jazz musician/singer/musical arranger dies on March 26th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Hi, Jim, Since you are always so "up" on media news you probably know this already. If not, here's what I've heard about Hearst Broadcasting and New England Cable News. My sources say Hearst is looking to get rid of it's half-ownership of NECN, and is in intense negotiations with Comcast (NECN's other half-owner) to buy up Hearst's 50% share. As you know, Hearst is dumping out of all of the non-profitable properties it owns either outright or jointly, and is buying up shares in the profitable ones. Just thought I'd give you a heads up in case you hadn't heard. Tom Ellis

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) How awfully sad, I remember Larry Glick back in 1965 as a really nice guy...he and I talked many an early morning about everything New England, before he handed the mic over to me to do the morning drive show; I kept my powder dry about Texas and how much I loved it and missed it; I knew I had a lot to learn from Larry, so I just soaked up his Love for his people and his town and his beloved New England. He would talk to his audience just as he talked to me and his fellow workers...very conversationally, very sincerely and frankly, very sweetly but highly informed...and that was his magical touch, as it is with any really top-notch on-air personality. I'm so saddened about the passing of Larry Glick...he was one-of-a-kind...truly a unique radio talk-host. Last I heard he was serving as a 'goodwill ambassador' for a restaurant in Boca Raton, Florida. One of the rare ones has faded from view, but his legacy will live on in the minds of the millions he touched on WMEX and WBZ in Boston over the years, from Canada to Florida to the Rocky Mountains. Larry Glick has accomplished what few in broadcasting ever do...he has created a lasting legacy, an immortality of sorts by his gentle nighttime sharing of the cares and burdens and lives of his legions of listeners. And the broadcasting torch burns less brightly because he is gone. Dan McCurdy - WMEX, Boston (1965); KLIF, KBOX, Dallas (1963-1967); inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Hey, Jim...About the Charley and Harrigan show at KLIF...the original show was Ron (Ralph) Chapman and Tom Murphy! Murphy and Harrigan in 1960-61. KLIF had an opening and hired (can't recall his real name now) a DJ and named him Charlie Brown, he was the original, from a station in Davenport, Iowa. I broke him in on the board for a noon to 3 shift...then after Murphy's departure, he joined Ron on the morning show in late '61. Gordon fired me in January of 62 and I went back to KONO in S.A. and worked with Gary Allyn, Don Couser, Don Green, Howard Edwards and the rest! Jerry Miller (Mueller)

INADVENTLY this email is not in the previous JRRR that concerns the death of radio jingle legend Jim West.

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Subject: Jim West passed away this morning. Jim, Jim West was a jazz musician, singer, radio station jingle writer, and commercial producer. He also narrated animated children's stories for Disney. From 1979 to 1981 he was responsible for marketing the radio format "Music of Your Life." The format ran on over 400 radio stations across the country. In 2000 he fulfilled a lifelong dream of recording solo album. That was followed up in 2004 with a sequel. Those albums, "Unfinished Business" and "Finished Business" were composed of classic love songs. Bud

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) So sorry to hear about the passing of Jim West. He was a true gentleman. We used his services at KSEL in Lubbock when I was there and he knew his stuff, but he was not an "in your face" kind of guy. No million dollar contracts or silly research projects. Just good, common sense radio. The biz, I am sure, will miss Jim and all the people who are like him. I guess radio has changed, but people like Jim were always easy to work with and left you better than they found you. Tip of the hat to Jim West. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Hey Jim: I have 4 file cabinets, each w/many drawers. I find myself adding info & tid-bits EVERYDAY somewhere in those many spaces, all from many sources, even JRRR. It's a never-ending process for me that I started many years ago. It all just became a habit, & probably is not of much interest to anyone but me. But it is a rather neat & interesting hobby. I have shelves more of files with autographs & pics of many I've met over the years & even thousands of 33, 45 & some 78 records. I have records signed by artists such as Tony Bennett & many reel-to-reel tapes I made interviewing people such as Bob Hope, Joni James, Les Paul/Mary Ford & a hundred other notables; pics I took up close of Pres. Ronald Reagan, Capt. Kangaroo & a few dozen more. It's been a fun-run, but again not much interest to anyone except me. I was on one DOT record, cut live at The Carolyn Club, Columbus, Ohio, 1954 (not singing, however) but I'll leave that story for another time. I do have the record to this day (78 RPM). We'll have to get together sometime & listen to it. You & Tejas have a great weekend. BOB & Sonny Lee

TRIVIA ANSWER: Tom Dawes who writes The Cyrkle's Red Rubber Ball also writes the famous Alka-Seltzer jingle that goes plop, plop, fizz, fizz.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, I have a QSL from KLOL it shows them as being the sister station of KTRH. Guess that shows how long it has been. Like I would like hearing KAUM and KLOL when visiting my grandparents in Waller. It was fun to compare their programming, one tended to do the same songs but use different versions at times. I went to school to Urban Park Elementary. I would walk to school only three blocks. I would walk by the house that Frank, my grade lived in, his brother was always nice to me John Ford Coley. The house they lived in is now owned by a Mexican Family. Practically everyone has moved that I once knew except those too old to want to. I was too young and I didn't skate anyway but I knew others who would go to the Twilight Ballroom to hear the Southwest F.O.B. I still remember a repair shop for radios, Crabtrees that was at Cedar Springs and Maple which now is history. Charles George

AMY TAN (February 19, 1952-p) Memory feeds imagination.

Jim Rose and Tejas

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March 30, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #640

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

LEGENDARY PAMS JINGLE WRITER EXPIRES

Jim West's daughter and son, Claire West Parr & Steve West, tell us that he passes away from Parkinson’s disease on Friday morning, March 27, 2009 around 8:15 am. Jim West is a subscriber to JRRR for a year almost to the day. Jim is a radio legend and member of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. James Robert West comes to life in Cleveland, OH in 1924. He is the son of Sam West, a prominent musician and band leader. Jim's father is musical director of MGM Studios. In the late 1940s, West becomes a musical fixture in San Francisco, CA Jazz music. He plays nightly gigs at the Fairmont Hotel’s Cirque Room also frequent appearances with Jazz music legends like Dave Brubeck. He tours nationally with Oscar Peterson and other Jazz greats along with appearances in Las Vegas legendary hotel lounges: the Flamingo, Tropicana, Harrah’s and others. As a respected bass player and vocalist Jim has as friends entertainers like The Mills Brothers, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Brown, Pearl Bailey, Louie Bellson as well as comedian Don Rickles and entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. In the early 60’s, West joins the legendary music and jingle production company Pams. He helps transform Pams into one of the greatest jingle production companies in the world. In radio we know very well Pams jingles as the logos of the biggest broadcast properties. In the late 60’s, West leaves Pams to join a young jingle and production company, Tom Merriman and Jim Long's TM Productions. West is General Sales Manager and later General Manager of TM Productions which goes to the top of jingle production for radio and television across America. In 1977, Jim leaves TM to start his own broadcasting company. He puts into mass syndication the popular nostalgia-based Al Ham’s Music of Your Life radio format. He also partners with radio station owner Richard Fairbanks to create the syndication and production company, FairWest. Jim’s work with radio jingles, production music, radio syndication and his representation of prominent radio consultants helps to revolutionize the broadcast industry. In 2002, Jim West inducts into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame. Jim's wife of 49 years, Elizabeth, passes away 3 years ago from muscular dystrophy and cancer. Jim West's survivors are Steven West, his son; Celia West, daughter-in-law; Duncan and Gordon West, grandsons; Claire West Parr, daughter; Bob Parr, son-in-law and Elijah Parr, grandson. Burial is private. Jim West's family request that you please make a donation in Jim’s memory to the Buckner Children’s Home, National Parkinson Foundation or the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

SMOOTH JAZZ BITES THE DUST AGAIN WZJZ FM (100.1) Fort Myers-Port Charlotte, FL stunts with a loop of a line from Reel 2 Real’s I Like To Move It. Clear Channel registers http://Z1001.com on March 9, 2009 with the logo Z100 Move to the Music! It appears on the Clear Channel servers on Saturday, March 28, 2009. Rhythmic AC WZJZ FM (100.1) Fort Myers, FL seems to be the same Move To The Music logo as its sisters Hot AC WISX FM (My 106.1) Philadelphia, PA and Hot AC WLVE FM (93.9 MIA) Miami Beach, FL. Former call letter changes for the two radio stations: Beautiful Music WWSH FM 106.1 is now Hot AC WISX FM - AC WWWL FM 93.9 is now Hot AC WLVE FM Miami Beach, FL

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the original title of Frankie Valli's #1 hit in 1975 My Eyes Adored You that sells a half-million copies? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WTOP-1500 Bonneville News Washington, D.C. celebrates its 40th anniversary with a party at the Newseum on Tuesday, March 24, 2009. •DAVID FROST British talk show veteran host David Frost receives the lifetime achievement award on March 27, 2009 at the annual Broadcasting Press Guild (BPG) awards. •FOUR DAILY NEWSPAPERS IN MICHEGAN EVAPORATE INTO THIN AIR 174-year-old Ann Arbor News shuts down to become only on the Web. Flint, Saginaw and Bay City daily newspapers cut back to just three days a week.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 DAVE BALL guitarist with British Rock group Procol Harum (A Whiter Shade of Pale #5-1967) born on March 30th. •1965 ROGER MILLER's single King Of The Road rings #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 27th. •1979 SIMON WEBBE former vocalist with British boy band Blue born on March 30th in Manchester, England. •1985 RESTLESS HEART's self-titled debut album releases on RCA records on March 27th. •1998 KENNY FORSSI bass guitarist with Rock band Love dies of brain cancer on January 5th. •2007 TIM MCGRAW's album Let It Go releases on Curb records on March 27th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Jim, sorry to read about Jimmy Boyd. We're were just writing about him the other day. "kissing Santa Claus," gave so much pleasure to the entire world. People will remember that song for hundreds of years...it will be recorded again and again in various styles as time goes on so Jimmy Boyd has a place in song writers heaven.

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CLAIRE WEST PARR claireparr@aol.com Jim - I am in the industry so I appreciate deadlines. I've attached the obituary. You are free to use my email and my brother's is swestdover@verizon.net. My brother is on an airplane flying here with his family so he is unable to respond. I have a funeral to plan, my family in grief, and hundreds of emails to address. I appreciate the coverage - I know my father would be proud and pleased. Hopefully you can work with this. Right now - my priority is dealing with my family. Thank you. My father was an amazing and incredible man...he lived life to the fullest and battled his illnesses with humor and grace. I am saddened by his death - but comforted to know that he is finally with my mother now....we do appreciate it. Best, Claire West Parr

JIM TRAVIS [Jo] (Hot Springs, AR) Hey Jim, I've been reading about Gene Thomas. Do you know of a spot on the net where I can go to hear his song "Sometimes"? It's a song I have not even thought about in years. It used to be my favorite in another life. W.W. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

TEXAS RADIO HALL OF FAME The TRHoF induction ceremonies in October 2004 are in San Antonio, TX. It is my esteem pleasure that the lovely radio legend Jo Interrante helps locate my TRHoF ID badge on the table that is full of those badges of courage which should be red in color. She even pins it to my chest. Such a pleasant event that I do not even feel the pain of the pin. At our small table are TX radio legends: Al Lurie (KLIF-1190 GM) and wife, Chet Maxwell (KBOX-1480 GM), Ron Chapman (KLIF-1190 premier co-host of the Charley and Harrigan show) and wife and me (list of TX radio stations is way too long for this tiny space.) Some of the inductees in the 2004 TRHoF are the various members of the Charley and Harrigan morning team show on the Mighty 1190 KLIF. Because of so many awards and speeches Ron has to leave our table several times. Dan McCurdy is one of the Charley and Harrigan show air personalities who appears on stage to receive his plaque of honor.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Dang, Jim...I sure would like to have met you (Texas Radio Hall of Fame October 2004)...BTW, Al Lurie has been a good friend for a number of years...haven't heard of him/from him in quite a while...he and his wife Shirley moved to Hot Springs Village, AR, many years ago...hooked up with another couple I was very close to who also had moved there. Of course, Chet Maxwell was associated with KBOX for many years, then several other stations. Maybe we'll meet someday...I hope so... Dan McCurdy, Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee 2004, KLIF, KBOX-Dallas, WMEX-Boston

RICK TILLERY (Houston-Pasadena, TX) Hi Jim, and thank you for adding me to the "real newsletter" for jrrr. Thought I'd let you know I did a show tonight about when Radio was,,,the show# 360. if you forgot the link http://techbytetalk.com/ If you get a chance give it a listen. I talked A little about your site. I'm thinking there is some interest by the emails I get and the amount of call ins. I'm going do more radio type shows and try to get some of the djs to do some interviews about their time in the air chair from that great time. My first few cars only had AM,,,that was fine with me,,,later Richard Tillery

TRIVIA ANSWER: The original title of Frankie Valli's My Eyes Adored You is Blue Eyes in Georgia but he changes the title during the recording session.

VICKY PICKERING (Houston, TX) In the 1990s I won a dinner with Barry Kilgore and Cindy Kasparian at a steak house in Houston for the people in the office where I worked. We all had a nice visit and a great lunch. I still have the photo we made that day. When my husband, John and brother Bill Pickering were recording as The Pickering Brothers in 1969 - 1973, they met Gene Thomas and enjoyed knowing him. In 1957, when John and Bill were recording as The Picks (the voices of the Crickets) on Buddy Holly solos, they met Roy Orbison and his young wife, Claudette in Clovis, NM at the Norman Petty Recording Studio. Buddy recorded 2 of Roy's songs and The Picks overdubbed vocal harmonies on them. Roy and Claudette had come up from Odessa on their motorcycle. The songs were "You've Got Love" and "An Empty Cup (A Broken Date)". Lots of good memories. Vicky Pickering; Houston, TX USA (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com)

MARGARET THATCHER (October 13, 1925-p) To cure the British disease with socialism was like trying to cure leukemia with leeches.

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March 27, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #639

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

POP-COUNTRY SINGER EXPIRES

Remember Seals & Crofts who have great hit tunes in the 1970s like Summer Breeze, Diamond Girl and other wonderful songs? Jim Seals is the brother of Dan Seals who first hits the charts as part of Pop duo England Dan & John Ford Coley. Their first big hit is I'd Really Love To See You Tonight which lands at #2 in the summer of 1976 and sells over a half million copies. Later, Dan becomes a solo Country singer. From 1985-90 he has a string of eleven #1 songs on Billboard. On Wednesday night, March 25, 2009 Dan Seals dies at 61 of cancer at his daughter's home in Nashville, TN. Have fond memories of Dan Seals. In 1979 KULF-790 here in Houston, TX has KULF Party Night where we DJs dress out in tuxedos and welcome the top brass in advertising agencies and other media for lavish festivities in our penthouse suite high atop 2100 Travis Street. England Dan & John Ford Coley are our special guest entertainers. Both come for a visit during my night DJ show. These two fellas not only have a lot of talent but they are first class individuals. Our prayers of comfort go out to Dan's wife Andrea (Andi); children: Jimmy, Jeremy, Holley, Jesse and grandchildren: Megan, Abby, Zachery, Ruby and Luca.

BIG NEWS IN BAYOU CITY RADIO

CBS Radio names Brian Purdy as SVP/Market Manager for its Houston, TX radio station cluster: Sports KILT-610, Country KILT FM (100.3), Top 40 KKHH FM (95.7) and Talk KIKK-650. From a Clear Channel swap CBS gains two more Houston frequencies: Spanish hits KLOL FM (Mega 101.1) and Hot AC KHMX FM (Mix 96.5). Brian replaces Laura Morris in the Bayou City. Purdy also heads up the CBS Radio cluster in Dallas which includes: News/Talk KRLD-1080 and Sports KRLD FM (105.3). Dan Mason CBS Radio President/CEO affirms, Brian is a terrific market manager who has done an outstanding job positioning our Dallas properties as best in class and leaders in the industry. Houston's proximity to Dallas has previously allowed for synergies we're not able to realize in some of our other markets. Now, with Brian at the helm of both operations, we'll be able to fully take advantage of our resources and the expertise of our employees with greater efficiency. Working together, we'll elevate all our assets to an entirely new level.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is Rock star David Bowie's real name? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TOM BIGBY VP/Strategic Programming at CBS Radio moves further up the ladder as he adds OM position at Sports KRLD-1080 Dallas, TX onto the same title at Sports WXYT-1270/WXYT FM (97.1) Detroit, MI. •DON HOWE is new SVP/Market Manager of CBS Radio Tampa-Orlando, FL clusters. •GEORGE KELL Hall of Fame third baseman and 37-year Detroit Tigers broadcaster dies at 86 on Tuesday, March 24, 2009. •LAURA LING & EUNA LEE American journalists for Current TV continue as detainees in North Korea since Tuesday, March 17, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 RONNIE MCDOWELL (The King Is Gone #13-1977) born on March 26th in Fountain Head, TN. •1964 CLARK DATCHLER lead singer with Pop trio Johnny Hates Jazz born on March 27th. •1971 LYNN ANDERSON's Rose Garden is her only Gold album on March 25th. •1989 BILLY LYALL keyboard/vocals with Rock groups Pilot & Bay City Rollers dies on December 1st. •1990 RODNEY CROWELL's Diamonds & Dirt is his first Gold album on March 26th. •2001 RUFUS THOMAS Memphis, TN R&B/Soul singer/songwriter (Walking the Dog #10-1963 with over a half million in sales) dies on December 15th.

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REJINA BROWN (Seattle, WA) Dear Mr. Rose, My name is Regina Brown. Recently I was perusing the Internet looking for some background information on my father William "Boy" Brown, former PD at K-JET in Beaumont, Texas. I found your site and was pleasantly surprised to see an email (copied below) to you from an old friend looking for information on me in Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #545. I'd love to touch bases with this old friend, Mervin Sam, but he didn't list his email address on the message to you. If at all possible, could you please forward my email address to him? I can be reached at Jinamama3@aol.com. Thank you. Rejina Brown

JRRR issue #486 April 4, 2008 [Friday] mentions that the legendary radio station KJET call letters no longer exist on the AM or FM dial in Beaumont, TX. The former KJET-1380 in Beaumont with R&B music is now all news as KRCM-1380 (Fox News Radio). KRCM is currently off the air with a construction permit to move its transmitter to Shenandoah, TX. However, KJET FM now has an FCC license for South Bend, WA as 105.7 The Jet. Another legendary radio station in Beaumont where I'm Music Director and noon-3 pm DJ from 1976-77, Country KTRM-990, is now KZZB-990 with Gospel music. The Big Bopper J.P. Richardson is a former DJ on KTRM in the late 1950s. Willie Nelson also is a former KTRM DJ. Drives me up the wall when owners, managers or programmers flip radio station call letters. When that happens it destroys a part of radio history.

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BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, The first successful commercial recordings by Dan Seals were with a group called the "Southwest F.O.B.," previously known as "Theze Few." They recorded for our Dallas GPC Record label. (We leased their material to "Hip Records," a subsidiary of "Stax.") Their "Smell of Incense" was a #4 record on the August 26, 1968 KLIF survey. (It peaked at #7 on the KILT survey in your now hometown of Houston on September 4, 1968.) If you plan to do a story on Dan and need any information on the early days with the F.O.B., feel free to contact me. Bud

JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Dan Seals, one of our great legends in music, not just country, has passed away at the age of 61. Dan had been battling cancer for some time. John Ford Coley, his long time friend and signing partner, informed WSM last evening that Dan had passed away at approximately 830PM last night. Please keep Dan in your prayers as he joins his heavenly Father where he will no longer endure the pain of his illness. He will surely be missed by all music genres'. May his soul rest in the loving arms of our blessed Lord. At this time I do not have any of the funeral arrangements. Messages of sympathy can be sent to the family at: The Seals Family; PO Box 1770; Hendersonville, TN 37077

LYNN WOOLLEY (Temple, TX) Jim, I enjoyed reading about Gene Thomas. In 1968, I was bedridden with a bad case of mumps. I was also a high school senior. I studied at home and listened to (mostly) KTSA until I was back on my feet. "Playboy" by Gene & Debbie was in high rotation. I loved the song and still do. It should have been a national hit. I still have a 45 rpm copy at home. I've never heard anything else by Gene, but maybe I'll search You Tube. Lynn Woolley (www.BeLogical.com)

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Subject: Song Trivia. The World's Tallest Midget, Gary Allyn, is right about Edward Bear singing Last Song but that was in the 70's. However the question was about "The Last Song." Another fellow said, Roy Orbison did the Last Song which is correct. But, the version of The Last Song which kicked ass in Texas back in the day was by Gene Thomas.

TRIVIA ANSWER: David Bowie's real name is David Robert Jones. He changes his name for no confusion with Davy Jones of The Monkees.

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Jim, Regarding Darby Douglas' departure from Channel 11, KHOU TV Houston: Darby actually works for Metro Networks in Houston and was contracted out to KHOU. I think he still has a position with Metro Networks. I'll see if I can find out. Also, regarding Joe Ford's mention of Gene Thomas' song "The Last Song": I loved that song and I fell in love with Suzie Redman slow dancin' in our sock feet to it on the floor of Dance Pavilion at Huntsville State Park when I was in the 10th grade at Pasadena High School. Suzie went to Lamar High in Houston. I took that song on cassette with me where ever I went. I always would play it where ever I worked (even if it didn't fit format. Did I mention I got fired a lot?) and relate the Suzie Redman story, sort of like what Jimmy Durante did with Miss Calabash. 30 years later I was at KQUE FM, Houston, doing afternoons and once again related that story to intro "The Last Song". About mid way through, the phone rings. It was Suzie Redman! She had become a sales person for Stetson Hats in based in Dallas. She came to the station and we visited for a while. We were both old and rode hard but it was good to see her again. Then I got a call from Gene Thomas inviting me to come to a performance he was doing at of all places, the Texas Tumbleweed Restaurant in Houston. He sang "The Last Song" for Suzie and me. Ahhhh...life is good. Barry Kilgore, Family Law Radio On Am 700 KSEV - The Voice of Texas, Sunday 1:00PM to 2:00PM, streamed globally at www.ksevradio.com

ABRAHAM LINCOLN (1809-1865) Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.

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March 25, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #638

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

NYC NEWS ANCHOR MURDERED

NYPD find veteran broadcast newscaster George Weber lifeless in his Brooklyn home from apparent stab wounds. NYC cops say they believe Weber dies of a Friday night murder, but they do not discover his body until Sunday morning, March 22, 2009. This is the second visit by NYPD to his home who first go there on an investigation on Saturday because ABC News Radio VP/GM Steve Jones calls them that George uncharacteristically fails to show up for his regular air shift. Police report nothing out of the ordinary during their first inquiry into Weber's three-story brownstone where he lives alone on the first floor. Friends last see George during his Friday visit to the Blarney Rock, a neighborhood bar where is a regular. Weber is a newscaster for over 12 years at WABC-770 NYC. His voice is familiar to millions of radio listeners as part of the popular Curtis and Kuby morning show for 7 of those years. George dies just one day before his 48th birthday. George Weber’s remarkable radio career includes times behind the mic on KIMN-950 and KOA-850 Denver, CO; KGO-810 San Francisco, CA; KOGO-600 San Diego and KMPC-710 Los Angeles; CA. George Weber’s funeral arrangements follow an autopsy.

NO ONE IS SECURE IN BROADCASTING

We Americans find ourselves in gloom, doom, misery and despair because of our country's current financial situation. To our amazement and bewilderment, our government bails out banks to the tune of billions of dollars while we lose our retirement money and jobs. So, we stop buying non-essentials. This causes businesses to shut down while those who survive this mess cut way back on their advertising budgets. The trickle-down effect drastically affects radio, TV and newspaper budgets. In corporate offices, the natural thing to do is fire individuals with lots of talent and tenure but continue to give each other huge bonuses for jobs not well-done. Obviously this is the absolute wrong thing to ever do but it happens. One of the top names in radio is John Gambling. As part of company-wide job cuts, Citadel WABC-770 NYC axes veteran talk show host John Gambling. John's mid-morning spot goes to Curtis Sliwa. Hard times in broadcasting reflect the fact that almost all traditional media are now in a rethink and restructure mode. Which means that no one is safe in their jobs anymore. We must batten down the hatches to keep our boat afloat.

TRIVIA QUESTION: After his teen band disbands what is Roy Orbison's major in college? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JACK LAWSON OM Midwest Communications' News/Talk KDAL-610 and Rock KHQG FM (102.5) in Duluth, MN leaves the building. •BOBBY FRICTION BBC Asian Network wins the Best Radio Show Award at the UK Asian Music Awards. •MARC SPENCER APD/MD/PM Drive DJ on Clear Channel Country WPKX FM (97.9) Springfield, MA gets out of radio. •SPANISH pubcaster RTVE (Radio Television Espanola) slashes 2009 costs by e96.7 million ($121.5 million) as Spain's TV ad market worsens. •FRENCH Telco giant Telecom-Orange adds 200,000 new subscribers for its new satellite pay TV service that launches July 2008.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 JIM SEALES guitarist with Country-Rock group Shenandoah born in Hamilton, AL on March 20th. •1966 JEFF HEALEY sightless Canadian Jazz and Blues-Rock guitarist-songwriter-singer born Norman Jeffrey Healey on March 25th. •1974 JOHN DENVER records Annie's Song on March 18th. •1981 IKE ISAACS Jazz bassist from Ohio dies on February 27th. •1998 CLINT BLACK's single Nothin' But The Taillights lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 21st. •2008 KLAUS DINGER German drummer-songwriter with Synthesizer band Kraftwerk (Autobahn #25-1975) dies on March 20th.

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GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook, CA) Subject: The Last Song. Jim, a possible answer to Rob Richie's question about who might have done the song: "The Last Song". It may have been by Edward Bear. I know I played it a lot when I was on KONO in San Antonio during the time period mentioned. Not sure about it being a South Texas song though. I remember seeing Doug Sahm and the boys at The Blue Note in S.A. Dougie was a real pal of mine, and a true eccentric performer. I also used to have Michael Nesmith (The Monkees) play and sing intermissions at my record hops. Mike a fine songwriter too. Anybody remember Denny Ezba and The Fabulous Goldens? Gary Allyn -The World's Tallest Midget (www.garyallyn.com) (http://garyallynsradiopinion.blogspot.com/)

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BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Subject: Orbison: The Last Song. I offer this information in response to Rob Richie's note about Roy Orbison's "The Last Song." Roy wrote the song with B. Dees. If Bruce Hathaway played it by "The Big O" in 1962, it must have been a demo, test pressing or album cut. I checked several Orbison discographies and there are no listings for the song being released on a commercial 45 by Roy who at that time was on Monument Records. However, in 1964 Houstonian Gene Thomas released the song on United Artists # UA 725. The label credits Roy Orbison as the producer. Gene recorded several other Orbison compositions and even wrote one of his releases with Roy. Orbison produced most of Gene's United Artists sessions including a Billboard Hot 100 low charter "Baby's Gone" that Roy wrote with Bobby Goldsboro. Bud (the ole Musicologist) Buschardt

JOE FORD (Houston-Spring, TX) Hey Jim, I saw the post from Rob Richie about the Last Song by Roy Orbison. I don't remember that one from the Big "O" but I do remember The Last Song by Gene Thomas. Rob makes reference to a Texas hit and this was one of those unique South Texas wonders, During the 60's, Gene was a bit of a wonder himself. Always on the cusp of greatness but never quite arriving. He had local area hits with "Sometimes" and "The Last Song". I recall speaking to Roy Orbison about Gene because he was interested in his material and even a production deal. I don't recall what happened but he called him "one of the best writers I've ever heard." I can testify to that! Gene Thomas was a bit of an enigma. He would come by the station with demos of his music (we got to pick our own records in those days). All the jocks looked forward to hearing his new stuff fully produced but Gene never seemed to pursue the greatness that could have been his, preferring to remain in the shadows as a writer. For all I know, he may own a major label now! I sure hope so. Keep the good vibes alive, Jim. Joey

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Subject: Last Song. Jim, Please tell Bob Richie that the song he is asking about is the very song I sign-off my weekly radio program with each Sunday night. The song is entitled "Last Song," and the artist is a fella that was from Palestine, Texas. That gentleman's name is Gene Thomas. While "Last Song" was not a hit, it was played an awful lot in these parts (primarily on jukeboxes). It was one of those classic "beer joint" jukebox songs. Gene did have two songs that charted nationally, "Sometime," in 1961, and "Baby's Gone," in 1964 (released in late '63, but peaked in early '64). His songs, of course, charted higher locally, and to an extent...higher regionally. Gene also happened to be the Gene of "Gene & Debbe" fame. Their biggest hit with a song called "Playboy" in 1968. I'd be happy to provide him with all the above-mentioned songs! Please feel free to send along my E-mail address to him. Thanks, Andy

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) I was really surprised to see the name ROB RICHIE... I had a young student from San Antonio College as an intern who did traffic reports when I worked at KBAT just across the street from the college. His name was Bob Richie and we had to give him a different first name because we already had another Bob on the air. I suggested Rob and the name stuck. He used it for the rest of his radio career. I was really saddened when a mutual friend told me had died a few years ago. Now, out of the blue the name appears again. Did the original Rob Richie have a son or is this just a coincidence?

TRIVIA ANSWER: After high school graduation in Wink, TX Roy Orbison's 1950s teen band The Wink Westerners breaks up because he sees no future in music. Roy attends North Texas State college just north of Dallas in Denton with a major in Geology. In 1955, Orbison leaves college, forms a new band The Teen Kings and heads for Memphis, TN. Sam Phillips signs him to Sun Records and the rest is history. The Big O becomes a Rock'n'Roll legend.

RICK TILLERY (Houston-Pasadena, TX) Subject: Kain Kane...Pasadena. (http://techbytetalk.com/) This Link will explain Kain...that's my talk radio show on the internet. I tell my Listeners I'm From Cut'n'shoot...for color. Have not done a show in awhile. Just too tired. May do one tonite love to talk old radio. Arch, Jan andI worked at Bell Hotshot together, and then he and Jan moved to another company. Ran into Jan 'bout a year ago when she and I were picking up at the same place. Tell her and Arch hi from #8, Richard at Bell H/S. I'm still there. back in the '60's/70's I followed old arch from KIKK to KNUZ and some place that I don't remember...even made him a CD from an air check he made way, way back. He did not remember making it. When KIKK went all CDs I got my hands on about 100 LPs from their library...still got em...love to hear the scratches on old Ernest Tubb and all the others. I have a very large library of all kinds of music. I have to be careful when I play something on the net...(ascap, bmi) got to interview C.W. McCall a couple of years ago. As far as where I found jrrr I don't remember...been a subscriber a long time. Just don't email much. darn!!! got to typing and could not stop...lol...Kain aka Rick Tillery

RALPH WALDO EMERSON (1803-1882) Beware when God lets loose a thinker on this planet.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 23, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #637

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HOUSTON, TX TV LAYOFFS

All across America we feel the pinch of today's economic dire straits. Businesses cut their advertising budgets when they should increase them. The broadcast industry is hit hard by the loss of business advertising. Radio stations drastically cut their staffs. Television stations are the latest to join the crowd of tight budgets. On January 20, 2009 Belo announces that it lays off 500 of its staff. On February 28, 2009 Belo Houston, TX CBS affiliate KHOU TV CH11 veteran morning traffic anchor Darby Douglas is one of the first of the lay-offs to leave the building. Darby is KHOU TV traffic anchor from 1997-2009. In March 2009 CH11 releases more than a half dozen of its employees. Among the departures are 26 year KHOU vet Carleton Cole (sports producer), Ava Smith (sports producer), Don Graham (director of local programming and production) and others. On March 23, 1953 KHOU TV originally signs on as KGUL TV (as in Gulf or as in seaGull) with an FCC license for Galveston, TX. KHOU is the second Houston area TV station after KPRC TV. Movie actor James Stewart is one of the original investors in KGUL TV along with a small group of other Galveston investors. In June 1959, KGUL TV flips its call letters to KHOU and moves the city of license from Galveston to Houston. On April 20, 1960 KHOU TV relocates its studios to its present location near downtown Houston on Allen Parkway. Other owners include Whitney Corporation (later Corinthian Broadcasting) of Indianapolis, IN which becomes a subsidiary of Dun & Bradstreet in 1971. In 1984, D&B sells all of the Corinthian stations to its present owner A.H. Belo. When Hurricane Ike strikes Houston-Galveston on the weekend of September 12-14, 2008, KHOU's coverage goes nationwide by way of DirecTV and XM Satellite Radio as well as a live feed on KHOU TV's website.

WBEB FM PROTESTS NEW MUSIC ROYALTY RATES

In March 2007, the Copyright Royalty Board sharply increases its music royalty rates. SoundExchange and the NAB negotiate lower rates for broadcast streamers, but the rates continue to increase through 2015. WBEB FM (B101) Philadelphia. PA pulls its streams to protest new music royalties. WBEB FM owner Jerry Lee affirms, The excessive SoundExchange rates don't work for artists, for local radio stations, or for listeners. Many stations, including mine, won't be able to afford to stream music. Less streaming means fewer revenue opportunities for stations and ultimately less money for the artists who receive royalties. It's puzzling why SoundExchange would want to destroy a potential growth business opportunity for the artists it purports to represent. Lee estimates that by 2015 almost half of the revenue from WBEB FM streams goes to SoundExchange in royalties.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What KTRM-990 Beaumont, TX DJ writes the 1960 hit song Running Bear? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ED KRAMPF makes another move - from the Tampa-Orlando, FL group to CBS Radio Los Angeles, CA as SVP/Market Manager after Dan Weiner exits. •JEREMY ROBINSON Midday/evening DJ on Citadel Country KSCS FM (96.3) Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX heads to ABC Radio Networks. Trapper John Morris weekend DJ moves on up to middays. Chris Huff APD/MD takes on night duty. •BOB DEBLOIS former GM at Greater Media Sports WPEN-950 Philadelphia, PA leap frogs to Cox Radio Jacksonville, FL as GSM. •JERRY JEFF WALKER Happy Birthday to Mr. Bojangles!

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 JOHNNY CASH auditions with producer Sam Phillips at Sun Records in Memphis, TN on March 21st. Hey, Porter is Johnny's 1st release. •1967 JOHN STROHM guitarist with Boston, MA Rock band The Lemonheads born on March 23rd. •1977 GLEN CAMPBELL's Southern Nights rises to #1 on the Billboard Country chart on March 19th. •1984 KLAVDIYA SHULZHENKO Soviet Jazz singer dies on June 17th. •1994 DAVID BALL's single Thinkin' Problem releases on Warner Brothers records on March 21st. •2008 MARGARET KITCHIN Classical pianist born in Switzerland long time resident in the UK dies on June 16th.

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ROB RICHIE (Madison, WI) Hello Jim: I am really sorry to bother you, but for decades I have been searching for what might be just a South Texas song, The Last Song by Roy Orbison. The lyrics are easily available online but that is all I can find. I remember hearing it at Strange's Bar B Que party house, back in 1962 in San Antonio, when Big Bearded Bruce Hathaway played it to finish the dance. "And this song, will be our song, and this song, will be our song, and the last song for me" is the ending. Being that you are familiar with South Texas radio I thought as a long shot I'd ask. Those were great days in San Antonio. I grew up playing in a Band, with Augie Myers and Doug Sham, and others, The Galaxies with Jimmy Lane was also one of them. So many times I would talk with the DJ's Ricci Ware, Phil Baby Simms, Bruce Hathaway. We were always busy playing at Ft. Sam and the other bases officer's clubs, bar mitzvahs, battle of the bands with Sam Kinsey, etc. Great times. Sucks to be old now. Anyway, if you can help in any way. I am desperate to find this recording or copy of it and will pay dearly. So, thank you for any help you might be able to give. Also if the song was only released on a single, or an LP, and if so, which LP. If single only, the label would be great to know. Take care. Rob Richie

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BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Glad to see and hear from Don Couser! What an awesome, Dude! Killer Jock, Superstar Instructor! It was an honor to work with him at KONO. If you would, please pass along to Don that his former partner George The Duck, has been hitting the sauce again, spending the last couple of weeks here on my couch. He's grown to be an angry cuss, attacking the TV screen whenever an Aflac ad airs. I tell you, there's no living with him. This morning while taking a shower, George just popped in, free as a bird. I've heard of Peeking Duck, but I always thought that was a Chinese dish. Please tell Couser to come get him.

BARRY KILGORE (Houston-Conroe, TX) Jim, I saw in JRRR where George Lester asked about me. My heart problems at KYND were not from the stress of the job. They were from the ... who owned the station. It was a dice roll to see if your pay checks would bounce. After I left KYND I went to legendary KNUZ, Houston and did mornings for a couple of years. Bruce Nelson was my PD and friend. (He may deny that) He was great to work for and I don't know who irritated who the most. I'd love to work for Bruce again. After that Dave Morris, the owner, moved me to KQUE FM, Houston to do a team afternoon show with Cindy Kasparian (Griffis). We did that for more than a decade and had a great show & time. We bickered so much with each other on air that people thought we were married. I continued to get myself in trouble with management, though (as always), by doing such things as tagging all of Joe Roach's mayoral commercials with "Help reduce the size of government...vote for Joe Roach." Joe was a dwarf. I thought it was funny. Management thought we would be sued. No Problem. I have no money.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) One day (in) 1957, when I worked for KRGV RADI0/TV in Weslaco, Texas, I entered the building anticipating a rush of refrigerated air to bring relief from the scorching heat outside only to discover it was almost as hot inside. The air conditioner had quit working. The kindly station owner came around and informed us that it might take a while to get the air conditioner fixed because all the local repairmen were swamped. He suggested that we dress comfortably in the meantime. He added that, under the circumstances, bathing suits were not out of the question. The next day that I came to work wearing Bermuda shorts and a T-shirt. Most of the other employees were attired in similar clothing, but one gorgeous young lady took the owner up on his offer. She paraded around all day in a scanty bikini. It was difficult for all us male employees to keep our minds on our work that day. To be perfectly honest, I was in no hurry for the air conditioner to be repaired. George

TRIVIA ANSWER: J.P. Richardson a DJ on KTRM-990 in Beaumont, TX writes Johnny Preston's 1960 hit tune Running Bear. J.P. gains fame as The Big Bopper.

JIMMY RABBITT El Conejo is going "Back To The Beach" with the Greatest Rock and Roll of All Time! Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming at http://KOCIRadio.com He's so Cool! Be there or be square!

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi Jim, I would hate to admit it, but agree with Dan McCurdy about the Fairness Doctrine but for reasons other than what he would give. A local News Director told me that all relevant sides would be presented of a story, I was then asked about how that was determined and who determined it. If a story is not reported does that mean it is not news? Charles George

ANN COULTER (December 8, 1961-p) ...as long as the nation is obsessed with historic milestones, is no one going to remark on what a great country it is where a mentally retarded woman can become speaker of the house?

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 20, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #636

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MIKE HAMMER ENTERS HOSPITAL

One of our favorite TV detectives is Mike Hammer. The actor that many remember in the 1980s television series is Stacy Keach. But there are those of us who do fondly recall Darren McGavin as Mike Hammer in the first of the Mickey Spillane TV detective series with 78 episodes over two seasons from 1958-60. The 67 year-old veteran actor Stacy Keach stars as the late U.S. President Richard Nixon in the touring stage production of Frost/Nixon at the Ahmanson in Los Angeles, CA. Keach suffers a mild stroke before he enters a hospital in Los Angeles on Tuesday, March 17, 2009. Dick Guttman, his spokesman, issues a statement: Actor Stacy Keach has been diagnosed as having experienced a very mild stroke with no impairment whatsoever of his motor or speech abilities. The producers of 'Frost/Nixon' look forward to his speedy recovery and to his return to the show as soon as he is able. Our prayers are with Stacy Keach that he completely heals.

GO TEJANO DAY TOPS THEM ALL

At the 2009 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo it's more popular than Miley Cyrus (Hannah Montana). The March 15, 2009 Go Tejano Day with Ramon Ayala and Alacrances Musical fills the stadium and breaks the all-time paid attendance record at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with 74,147 fans. That figure beats Miley Cyrus’ show by 688 fans when the teen idol sets the previous record in 2008 with 73,459 in attendance. The 2009 Go Tejano Day's previous record is 2008 with 71,165 fans who cheer on Duelo and Los Horoscopos de Durange. Officials at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo declare Ramon Ayala as the entertainer who holds the first- and third-highest Go Tejano Day paid Rodeo attendance. Ayala last performs at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in 2006 with Jay Perez.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Recently, the price of CDs drops tremendously but what is the world's most expensive 45 rpm record? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WYOK FM (Kicks 104.1) Cumulus Country in Atmore, AL flips to Variety Hits (Jack FM 104.1). WYOK's new Web site is http://Jack104Online.com/. Atmore is halfway between Mobile, AL and Pensacola, FL. It shoots a signal to both markets. •JEFF MCHUGH is the new OM/PD of Cox AC WSB FM (B98.5 FM Variety Soft Rock) Atlanta, GA and Classic Hits WSRV FM (The River 97.1) Atlanta-Gainesville, GA. •CFTR-680 Rogers Radio News Toronto VP/GM John Hinnen receives Canada's news/talk/sports station of the year award for the 8th time in nine years from Canadian Music Week.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 JOHNNY DORAN Irish Folk fiddle and concertina player dies in a hospital in January. •1969 LESTER FLATT & EARL SCRUGGS officially split as a Bluegrass duo on March 11th after 25 years together. •1976 FLORENCE BALLARD one of the original Supremes dies of a heart attack at 32 on February 22nd. •1981 ELVIS PRESLEY's single Guitar Man hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 14th 4 years after his death. It's a re-mix by Felton Jarvis of The King's 1968 record with Jerry Reed on the guitar. •2006 CARRIE UNDERWOOD's video Don't Forget To Remember Me debuts on CMT on March 16th.

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JOHN HAMLETT (Tempe, AZ) Subject: Do You Remember? Hi Jim, I happened upon your column quite by accident when searching for information on a performer who used to sing on KCNA (Tucson) in the early/mid 1950's. Her name was Nitta Lynn and her sponsor was Eddy Trabue Motors. I still have an autographed photo she sent me on my 8th birthday (which would have been 1952 or so). I can't find her listed in any of the music catalogs so assume she didn't record. Just wondering if you or any of your knowledgeable readers might remember her. Regards, John Hamlett

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RICK TILLERY (Houston-Pasadena, TX) Not far from Houston...heard from Arch Yancey Lately????? guess he still lives in Alvin...not seen him in 'bout A Year. Also any hope that Paul Berlin will ever get air time? last I hear he was in sales at KSEV... Richard Tillery, Pasadena,Tx.

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Hey Jim; Just received word that KENS-TV laid off 10 more people today amid the Belo extraction. Three photogs, two producers, two in promotion, three in sales and the maintenance man. I guess if the power goes off, they'll ask an automoton to fix it. No air talent but then I don't know how many are still left to go on the air. The week end morning show hosts have to come in early, do their gig and then stay until about 4 pm on the assignments desk. I know Bob Crowley is having a bad time as the world of communications as we once knew it wouldn't fit into Chris Dodd's desk drawer. The Express News released 75 newsroom people last month with this Friday their last day. It includes David Flores, asst. sports editor and excellent columnist Ken Rodriguez. What a life. GD

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Jim, Would you find out if Don Couser ever worked at KDOK in Tyler? I was on the air there from 1958-1960 on the PM/Drive shift with the Coke Hi-Fi Club. I think I remember his little "Duck Friend"….what was the duck's name? Bill Young was on mid-day back then and Rusty Reynolds fit in somewhere. Either my memory if failing or I have Mad-Cow disease. By the way, I had the same prostate procedure you had last year…very painful…but, I am OK….cancer free! Take care my friend, Paul Williams ("The Wild Child") Senior Account Executive, Univision Radio

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) In 1957 I arrived in Natchez, Mississippi to meet the general manager of WNAT at the hotel where the radio station offices were. He asked me to follow him to the lobby. The announce booth was in a kiosk enclosed on all sides with soundproof glass. All the broadcast equipment appeared to be in mint condition. "This is going to be a fun place to work", I thought. Then I noticed that no one was at the controls. The real broadcast facility was across town. As I entered I saw that everything was well worn and desperately in need of repair. I asked the man on duty allow me to sit at the control board for awhile. When I tried to use certain knobs they didn’t work. The announcer explained that you had to jiggle them to make contact. There were toothpicks and matches wedged into spaces around some of the switches. As the new PD I knew something had to be done quickly. I asked the boss' secretary to get me permission to move the unused equipment downtown to the active studio. After a reasonable time I didn’t get an answer so I called again. The secretary screamed that the boss had more important things to do than cater to my petty request. It turned out not to be "a fun place to work".

TRIVIA ANSWER: The world's most valuable 45 rpm record reports in at about $180,000. This priceless piece of vinyl is the first pressing of Buddy Holly's That'll Be The Day by The Quarry Men that they record in 1958. Sir Paul McCartney is the current owner.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday March 21st (3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT) on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com. (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/) / (http://KOCIRadio.com)

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Jimbo (and Tejas), I'm seeing more and more political commentary in your wonderful sheet and I just wish you would stay with us old geezers as we reminisce about "our time" on the air and the friends we made. Unlike most of you, I was on the air only during my wasted youth, for a little less than a decade and a half, and for the past quarter century have either been retired or preaching to a lost audience or, for 21 of those years, programmed computers for a living. I couldn't run a digital board if my life depended on it and today's radio is as different from ours as ours was to radio during the 30s and 40s. But for all that, it's still a mike, a mouth and some music! If it's politics you want, I've got plenty of that but mostly I just write letters to the editor of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. And although I think Rush Limbaugh is an entertainer who some people began to take seriously, he has every right to have his "mike" too. Right-wing talk radio is dangerous, and really a corruption of good jocking, a waste of good airtime better filled with Waylon and Willie and Loretty. But it's even more dangerous to say those talk jocks don't have the right to have their say and the people who listen to them don't have their right to a voice that in their daily lives most of them never had. So, some of you rant on. As for me, I'll just sit here on my porch in my rocking chair and remember country music on WBAP and KPRC and all the other great musical radio stations (like KILT and KLIF) from the past. Wait! Do I see the dead body of Lady Liberty floating down the river? Dang, that reminds me of a song I once played. David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

GROUCHO MARX (October 2, 1890-August 19, 1977) Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly and applying the wrong remedies.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 18, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #635

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TV PIONEER DIES

Thomas T. Goldsmith, Jr. a TV design pioneer with Allen B. DuMont who develops the cathode ray picture tube as well as its mass production dies at 99 on March 5, 2009 at his home in Lacey, WA. Thomas' initials live on as WTTG Fox TV CH5 Washington D.C. which the DuMont network once owns. DuMont has the first American TV sets on the market in 1938. How many of us remember the DuMont brand of TV sets in the Fabulous Fifties? A 1953 DuMont Newbury 21" inch console television set retails from $199.95. Those black-and-white TV screens bring moving images into millions of our homes. Dad buys us a brand new 17" Truetone table model TV set from Western Auto on Jefferson Avenue in the Oak Cliff section of Dallas, TX. We love to forget when the picture begins to flip or roll. How about those One Moment Please statements when the network shows turn to static. Network TV shows are live and spontaneous. We enjoy the exciting Red Skelton and Jackie Gleason TV shows each and every week. Fondly remember the very first I Love Lucy show, Gunsmoke with the real Matt Dillon, Have Gun Will Travel with Paladin. Critics announce the death of radio because the boob tube now takes over. But Gordon McLendon invents Top 40 radio with entertaining DJs on KLIF-1190 in Dallas, TX. This brings new life into our radios. Radio is once again at the crossroads. But like Gloria Gaynor sings we shall survive.

IMAN HAS CANCER!

Citadel flagship WABC-770 NYC ABC Radio Network syndicated Talk show host Don Imus tells his listeners on Monday morning, March 16, 2009 that he has stage II prostate cancer. The I-Man says he has confidence that his doctors can rid him of this malignancy that attacks men over the age of 50 and beyond. Prostate problems cause lots of pain, misery and much frustration. Have first hand knowledge of the subject. On this end I learn a lot about prostate problems through a series of exams and procedures as the nurse calls them that embarrass the boldest ones of us. To determine if a person has prostate cancer the last in the series of measures is a biopsy. This action is something that I do not want to undertake ever again. The urologist performs that modus operandi on me recently. Thank God it indicates that I do not have prostate cancer. But this is not so for Don Imus. Prostate cancer is serious business because its final event is fatal. We include Don Imus in our prayers that his carcinoma disappears into thin air with no further complications.

KISS ME, I’M IMUS

On Tuesday, March 17, 2009 WTKK FM (96.9 FM Talk) chatter hosts Michael Graham, Jim Braude, Margary Eagan, Michele McPhee along with ABC Radio Networks syndicated gab maitre d’ Curtis Sliwa conduct the 10th annual Kiss Me, I’m Imus live broadcast from 6-10 am (ET) at Boston’s Wilbur Theater. The entire Imus In The Morning cast and crew are on hand for the event.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What gives John Lennon and Paul McCartney the inspiration to write their big hit I Want To Hold Your Hand? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CURTIS KAY interim PD-APD since January 2007 moves on up as new PD of Rock WDHA FM (105.5) Morristown-Dover, NJ. •RICH MINOR is new morning DJ on Berkshire Hot AC WDAQ FM (98Q) Danbury, CT. •EARNEST JAMES exits his GM position at the CBS Radio-Orlando, FL camp due to consolidation. In the shuffle, Ed Krampf GM of the Tampa bunch adds the Orlando pack to his den. •KXOB FM Spanish AC (Beso 107.1) Fresno, CA flips to Classic Hits as KHIT-FM (K-Hits 107.1). •BRIAN JENNINGS PD of Clear Channel Country WGAR FM (99.5) Cleveland, OH leaves the building. brianjennings.bj@gmail.com

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 HANK WILLIAMS records Hey, Good Lookin' on March 16th at Nashville's Castle Recording Studio. •1966 JERRY CANTRELL guitarist-vocals-producer of Hard Rock band Alice In Chains is born on March 18th. •1974 THE GRAND OLE OPRY broadcast on WSM-650 on March 15th is at the Ryman Auditorium for the last time before it moves to the Grand Ole Opry House. •1998 LEANN RIMES' debut single Blue that Texas radio legend Bill Mack writes certifies Gold on March 16th. •2005 BRYAN OTTOSON German born guitarist with American Head Charge dies at 27 during an early 2005 tour on April 19th.

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PAUL KELLY (Hemet, CA) Just read all of #634 jrrrrrr. Thought you might like to know. Thanks for including my e-mail in this issue. Just got back from the March 11th San Antonio DJ Radio Luncheon in San Antonio. Met up with a lot of old friends, and colleagues from back when! Bruce Hathaway, Don Couser, Mark Carrillo, Chrissie Murnin, Robert Reyes, Paul Kirby, Johnny Shannon, Liz Patranella, Tino Esquivel, Robert Sinclair, and oh so many more I guess there were about 27 that attended this year. Wish you could have made it too! Sure brought back a lot of memories of San Antonio Radio in its glory days. Dan Rosen Was kind enough to send an e-mail that was read at the luncheon, wish you could have made it Dan! Great hearing from you! Turned everybody on to jrrrr.

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DON COUSER (San Antonio, TX) I spent last Sunday evening with Ricci Ware and Bruce Hathaway. We were on the air for about 30 minutes...reliving comical days in our past competitive lives. I went up against Ricci in pm drive...and beat him in the ratings for the first time in his young life. It was such a rush to talk about those days lat Sunday on KTSA with him and Bruce. You, too. Have a super week...and keep up the good work. Hope we can hook up one of these days. don

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) HI JIM: It was great to read an email from Don Couser!!! He was my radio hero back in 1965 and his show influenced me to get into the business. Lo and behold he was my very first radio instructor at San Antonio College and in 1974 he gave me my first break doing a character voicer for his ad agency Karcher -Couser" for a "Village Casuals" spot. The man is class, so kind, so creative and very encouraging. I owed a lot to him to allow me to have a wonderful 35 year journey in the business. I am out now with a some voice work and I am now ( like he did) enjoying the educational career. Thanks Don..You made a difference!!! Ray Whitworth

GUY ZAPOLEON (Houston-Katy, TX) Yes I'd love that Jim. Sign Me up. Miss Houston sometimes, but that's the price you pay, Cathy's family is here in Mass and so am I. Yes radio is pretty crazy these days, my company is still working with quite a few broadcasters, more my partners than I, I'm pretty wrapped up in my music research company HitPredictor. Have a great one.

MIKE BRAUN (Fort Worth, TX) Jim, Enjoy your newsletter. I was a DJ at KWTX-AM/FM, Waco, Texas, from 1975-1979. Another former announcer, Bill Castello, and I are compiling a history of KWTX and looking to reconnect with former employees and their "TX memories." Don't know exactly where all this will lead, but it's sure to be fun! Hoping some ol' staffers will read this and respond, plus pass the word along to others. Contact MikeBraun101@aol.com or Bill.Castello@baronservices.com. Thanks! Mike Braun; Fort Worth, Texas

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) In the three hours since I sent my mass e-mail, I have received 17 replies. It's nice to know who your friends are. It's not a good time to be looking for work, but I am glad that I worked hard and treated people well. Hopefully a good reputation and a willing spirit can pull me through. I've already gotten notice on Radio Daily News, All Access and Radio and Records. I only had 3 hours sleep before the phone call came. I called the boss at Metro, and even though he was in his office, and heard the message, he chose to go to lunch rather than speak with me. He indicated I am being terminated by Metro. There was no discussion of seeing if any other station wanted to retain my services through their arrangements. Time to shake the dust off the sandals and move on. I'll keep you posted of any developments. Bob

TRIVIA ANSWER: John Lennon and Paul McCartney write I Want To Hold Your Hand in the basement of Paul's girlfriend, Jane Asher.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) ...if the liberal 'Unfairness Doctrine' is re-applied, that's when 'Remembers Radio' will take on a whole new meaning. I was there when it was day-in-day-out in the mid-60's and it was **** on everybody at KLIF, from the control room, news room, production room to the traffic gals, to continuity writers to the receptionist out front. If Rush and the other talksters are zip-lipped due to powerful errant political action, that makes politics and radio 'real close' kissin' cuzzins. No one should have any question about it...it's your blog, Jimbo, and you've gotta do what you feel is the right thing to ensure its continuation and growing impact. But if radio is on the chopping block in any fashion, it's within your far-reaching power to mitigate, even help prevent the murder. My best, my friend... Dan McCurdy, Texas Radio Hall of Fame inductee 2004, KLIF, KBOX-Dallas, WMEX-Boston

GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799) With a heart full of love and gratitude, I now take my leave of you.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 16, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #634

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY ON TUESDAY, MARCH 17TH!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ENTERCOM PRESIDENT PRAISES RADIO

David Field, President/CEO of Entercom, says that, despite serious economic challenges, there is an increasingly positive emerging secular story for radio. David mentions the record number of radio listeners in 2008, plus the attractiveness of radio's price and product costs for advertisers. Entercom's net revenues fall 14% in 2008 Q4 from $120.1 million to $104.1 million. Entercom's station operating income is down 25%. 2008 net revenues off 6% from $468.4 million to $438.8 million. David Field feels like the downturn is just a temporary matter.

EASTWOOD IS NOT P-C

Movie star Clint Eastwood does not see anything that is funny about political correctness. Dirty Harry tells Germany's Der Spiegel magazine that today's society lives in fear of being labeled racist when we mention jokes with regards to ethnicity or nationality. People have lost their sense of humor. In former times we constantly made jokes about different races. You can only tell them today with one hand over your mouth otherwise you will be insulted as a racist. I find that ridiculous. In those earlier days every friendly clique had a 'Sam the Jew' or 'Jose the Mexican' -- but we didn't think anything of it or have a racist thought. It was normal that we made jokes based on our nationality or ethnicity. That was never a problem. I don't want to be politically correct. We're all spending too much time and energy trying to be politically correct about everything. Do I hear an Amen?

TRIVIA QUESTION: In 1959 David Seville creates the Chipmonks: Alvin, Simon and Theodore (The Chipmonks Song #1-1959, Alvin's Harmonica #3-1959). Where do the Chipmonks get their names? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•RAY BENSON! Happy Birthday Monday, March 16th! Don't fall asleep at the wheel! •CURTIS KAY interim PD-APD since January 2007 moves on up as new PD of Rock WDHA FM (105.5) Morristown-Dover, NJ. •PETER RICE President Fox Searchlight moves on up to Chairman of Fox TV to replace Peter Liguori who leaves the building after 5 years. •STELLA PARTON heads to the UK for a 15 city Ladies of Country tour. (www.StellaParton.com) •ARBITRON - ARB - announces on Monday, March 9, 2009 that it moves its corporate headquarters from NYC to one of its other locations in Columbia, MD.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 RUSTY ALLEN bass guitar player with Sly & the Family Stone born on March 13th. •1961 GENE AUTRY's Los Angeles Angels drop hopeful baseball player Charley Pride on March 12th after a 2-week tryout during spring training in Palm Springs, CA. •1972 ANDY DUNLOP guitarist with Scottish Indie-Rock band Travis born on March 16th. •1988 RANDY TRAVIS' single Too Gone Too Long hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 12th. •1993 RANDY JO HOBBS bassist with The McCoys dies on August 5th. •2006 JOSH TURNER's single Your Man lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 11th.

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TOMMY OVERSTREET (Portland, OR) ...just spoke with friend JERRY NAYLOR, former lead singer with THE CRICKETS and he has agreed to sing harmony on T.O.'s Texas album...SUPER!!!

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DON COUSER (San Antonio, TX) Hi Jim. Nice to hear from you. I've been retired from radio for about 3 years. I still hear from many of my friends from days gone by...especially those with whom I shared my experiences as their college instructor at San Antonio College (1968-1980). I can't figure out which I loved most...because everything I did was a special love from the heart. Being a rock jock in the 50's (KYBS & WACO) during the cutting edge of rock and roll, are incredibly great memories. Rubbing shoulders with recording artists, doing dance gigs, mcing r & r shows were special thrills. It's difficult to even explain the wonderful moments I spent at KONO (1962-1980) doing AM drive. I bounced out of bed at 4am with a smile on my face and an expectation of that days show with a deep desire to entertain my audience. God. It was so exciting! Hosting SWINGTIME was the most fun I ever had. Thanks to my producer, Mel Adcock, for 3 glorious years in TV. The advertising agency with my friend Basil Karcher (Karcher-Couser Adv) from 1969 to 1980 was fun filled and highly rewarding years. Ideas to fruition. Lesson about life. It helped me mold my character more than anything I did. My time with Clear Channel Communications (WOAI) as one of their managers (1984-2005 was the doorway to becoming financially independent. All I can say is, "I love my life". It's like reviewing one fantasy after another. I am now settled just N. of San Antonio on my small ranch. I am celebrating getting out of the goat business as I prepare for a new adventure in the Rocky Mountains, where two of my five children life. I want to spend some quality time with them and my grandchildren. My children are my greatest assets. I am most appreciative of the late George Stokes, my advisor during my days at Baylor University (1956-1960) who taught me how to use my creativity...and Bill Young, who was instrumental in kicking off my commercial radio career. I think often about creating my sidekick, "George the Duck"...and how He propelled my career. Just shows to go you. We all have to be a little weird. Onward and Upward. Don Couser

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Thanks so much, Jim, for all you do for all of us radio-heads who are caught up in the sweet, spinning reverie of 'how it was.' Your Sherman friend... Dan McCurdy: Charlie Brown, Dan Patrick - KLIF, KBOX, Dallas; WMEX, Boston; 2004 inductee, the Texas Radio Hall of Fame

PAUL KELLY (Hemet, CA) I just read Bob Crowley’s last e-mail about him being severed at WBAP. I know the feeling Bob, and there is no way to say anything that would make you feel better, but I will try. It seems that the harder you work, the more you do, the less likely you are to keep a job in radio. It is sad, but oh so true. I have been in your shoes many times, but always when one door is slammed shut, another (much better) door is opened. Ask Jim Rose, he worked very hard, and was let go anyway. It is difficult to say why these things happen, but as I said before you will find another, better door. I hope it is very soon. Thank you for all the kind comments you made about me, I wish you well and God speed in finding that new opportunity.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Comments are appreciated. Dial up is a pain, I know, cause I've got it too. Talking to a lot of people. Much love. Not much work, but it's early on. The resume is a work in progress. Bo Chase, my former morning partner in Austin, is going to help me put together a fresh demo. He's the best. More later. bc

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hello Mr. Rose, I just received this email from Bruce Nelson and I saw Barry Kilgore's name. I replaced him as production manager at KYND in Clear Lake City. He had suffered a heart attack and couldn't take the stress of the job anymore. After I took the job I found out why. Barry didn't do an air shift. Doing production was his sole job and that was enough. When the station went classical and became KRTS I did an air shift and did my production while the long classical pieces were playing. It was a real ordeal and I did it for almost three years. I think Barry has one of the best voices in the business and I am glad to see that he is still alive and kickin in spite of his heart attack. By the way, I had a heart attack in' 99 and then underwent angioplasty with a stint installed. My cardiologist gave me a clean bill of health about a year ago. Ironically, he died of cancer a few months later. He was a wonderful guy. If you have Barry's email address please tell him I said hello. George

MIKE BRAUN (Fort Worth, TX) Subject: Subscribe. Thank you!

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday March 21st (3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT) on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/) / (http://KOCIRadio.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Chipmunks get their names from Liberty records executives. Ross Bagdasarian (David Seville) names Alvin for Al Bennett, Liberty President; Simon is Bennett's partner, Si Waronker; Theodore is Ted Keep, a Liberty records recording engineer. David Seville dies on January 16, 1972.

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Greetings from Nashville and the Country Radio Seminar. Last night the RCA folks took us out and wined & dined us aboard the paddle wheeler "Andrew Jackson" up and down the Cumberland river. While we dined we enjoyed the music of Kenny Chesney, Martina McBride, Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley. The surprise was a visit from John Kay w/Steppenwolf that performed "Born to Be Wild w/Montgomery Gentry and out walked Peter Frampton to jam with Brad Paisley. Quite a night. Dr. Bruce KFTX

RALPH WALDO EMERSON (1803-1882) A man will be eloquent if you give him good wine.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 13, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #633

IT'S ANOTHER FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH - PARASKAVEDEKATRIAPHOBIA!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CHILD STAR PERISHES

Some of us may be too young to remember the 1952 Classic Christmas tune I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus by child singing star Jimmy Boyd but as a 9-year-old I recall it like only yesterday. His Christmas novelty tune shoots straight to the top of Billboard 3 weeks after it releases. It sells 2 million copies in less than 10 weeks. Sad to say that Jimmy Boyd passes away at 70 of cancer on Saturday, March 7, 2009 in Santa Monica, CA. In 1960, he marries actress Yvonne Craig whom he meets during his role in the 1960 Bing Crosby film High Time. We recall that Yvonne is Batgirl in the 1960s TV series Batman. Jimmy makes TV appearances on The Frank Sinatra Show, The Ed Sullivan Show, Bachelor Father and Date with the Angels. Boyd drafts into the Army, performs in USO shows in Vietnam and tours America in his own music and comedy show. Jimmy becomes an avid sailor. He lives for years on the Southern California coast on a sailboat that he names Unplugged. Jimmy Boyd's survivors include his 28 year old son Devon James Boyd.

AND THE WINNER IS...

Country Radio Broadcasters - CRB - honors the 2009 Country Music DJ and Radio Hall of Fame inductees on Tuesday night, March 3, 2009 at CRS-40 in downtown Nashville, TN. Chuck Collier and Gerry House induct into the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame, Bob McKay and Moon Mullins become members of the Country Music Radio Hall of Fame. Merle Haggard receives the Career Achievement Award and Shelia Shipley Biddy wins the President's Award. Jack Ingram performs Are the Good Times Really Over and Emmylou Harris sings Kern River just before Merle Haggard gains the Career Achievement Award. The 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM) announces the radio award winners on Wednesday, March 4, 2009. The national on-Air Personality of the Year prize goes to Country Countdown USA host Lon Helton. Other lucky radio personalities are: Major Market - Dorsey Gang on KSCS FM (96.3) Dallas, TX; Large Market - J.D. Cannon on WFMS FM (95.5) Indianapolis, IN; Medium Market - Andy & Alison with Jimmy Holt on WIVK FM (107.7) Knoxville, TN and Small Market - Brent Lane and Dana Cervantes on WYCT FM (98.7) Pensacola, FL. Salute!

TRIVIA QUESTION: What entertainer buys John Lennon's piano? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CHUCK NORRIS on Glenn Beck's radio show remarks in response to our wayward federal government I may run for president of Texas. •CHUCK POWELL 20-year radio vet joins Adult Hits KPKX FM (98.7) Phoenix, AZ for mornings on March 23, 2009. •WANDA JACKSON legendary 1950s Country-Rockabilly singer performs at 8 pm at historic Cain's Ballroom in Tulsa, OK on Friday, March 13, 2009. (www.wandajackson.com) •LISA PAIGE 8 year midday DJ on CHR WIOQ FM (102.1) Philadelphia, PA vacates the facility on March 12, 2009. •LANCE DELANEY advances to GSM at Classic Hits WCBS FM (101.1) NYC.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 JIMMY FORTUNE replaces Lew DeWitt in The Statler Brothers in 1982 writes Elizabeth born on March 11th in Nelson County, VA. •1960 ADAM CHARLES CLAYTON bass with Irish Rock band U2 born on March 13th. •1973 TAMMY WYNETTE's single Til I Get It Right is #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 10th. •1987 MARION HUTTON actress-vocalist with Glenn Miller band (1938 to 1942) dies of cancer on January 10th. •1998 GEORGE STRAIT'S single Round About Way hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on March 7th. •2008 MEL GALLEY guitarist with Heavy Metal band Whitesnake dies on July 1st.

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TOM ASWELL (Denham Springs, LA) Jim, Frogman also has another pretty good song in (I Don't Know Why) But I Do that was featured in the soundtrack of Forrest Gump. If you have that photo of you and jerry lee, I'd love to publish it in my next book. The next one will deal with the following: Louisiana independent recording studios (and some Texas ones like Sugarland); Louisiana independent record labels; Louisiana record producers; Louisiana radio stations (will also spill over into Texas because of the Gordon McClendon ownership of KEEL in Shreveport. I am scheduled to come over to Winnie to interview Huey Meaux and would love to extend the trip to Houston to have a sit-down with you and capture some of your memories for this book. I want the radio section to be very thorough and complete. Because you started in Louisiana and worked for McClendon, I'd welcome your contributions. Also, if you can get the word out, I'd love to talk to some other deejays like Don Couser, Bill Young, and any others who would like to share their memories of radio when it was radio and when it was relevant before it's too late to capture that wonderful nostalgia. I'm counting on you to get the word out for me on both books. Let me know when would be a good time for me to visit. tom

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RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Well Jim, Bob Crowley was cut from WBAP. What a bunch of $#$#@. Citadel stock is at $! 00 as of today. Small wonder with decisions like this. WBAP has a proud history of being a news station, and with moves like this that's what it will be "history". Dan McCurdy and his rants about an election that took place 5 months ago, reminds me of my son many years ago when he asked why he had to be in at 10'oclock. Oh the rant! Ray

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Jim, As my previous message indicated, I was informed this morning that my 'Relationship with WBAP has been severed'. I've been in this business since 1971. I've been fired, let go, canned, terminated and thrown under the bus. This is the first time I've been 'Severed'. It feels about the same. I've already heard from quite a few people who have offered sympathy, support and help. That is a comfort. I was at WBAP for more than 4 years, worked 7 days a week, more newscasts than any other anchor, created more news stories for the story file than any reporter, did the National Forecast for the Midnight Radio Network, provided a nightly news summary and additional stories for Westwood One's Metro Networks, did stringer reports for ABC News and I worked closely with the WFAA-TV newsroom to gather overnight and weekend news stories, also did a few reports for the BBC and the Irish R-T-E. It was a good run. I got in my licks, also did night watchman rounds, recorded weather reports for the telephone weather line, fixed KSCS and KPMS automation systems when they crashed, contributed a weekly blog and daily news stories to the WBAP website and took out the trash. I kept busy. Now I'm going to keep busy looking for a new gig. I'll keep you posted. Bob

LYNN WOOLLEY (Temple-Killeen-Ft. Hood, TX) Jim, I am devastated to hear of so many of my friends being laid off. I hired Steve Pickering at KTEM and launched him on his rise to KTRH and KLBJ. He is a great reporter. I worked with Bob Crowley when I was anchoring the morning drive news block at KVET, and now I see that he is gone from WBAP. I wish these guys the best, but in today's world, jobs are not easy to find. By the way, I did a segment of "Lou Dobbs Tonight" on CNN last night. It was fun. We did the uplink from Austin and my producer is pulling cuts for my daily syndicated show. I'm now running on KVCE/Dallas, KSEV/Houston, KTEM/Temple-Killeen-Fort Hood, KBRA/Freer, KWBC/ Navasota, KCRS/Midland-Odessa, and KBW/Waco. Ratings are good and calls are extremely heavy since Obama won the election. Regarding politics on JRRR -- radio is joined at the hip with politics. We have our beloved FCC with its cadre of idiots. And now we have a Congress and White House that will not be friendly to free speech. Rahm Emanuel even invented a little distraction about Rush Limbaugh running the Republican Party. On the other hand, while my radio show is overtly about such things, and draws a huge audience from them, you have to decide what you want JRRR to be. Maybe it should be about "remembering" rather than current events. I personally, don't mind the mix. I just want to keep radio with us as long as we can. It will not be here forever. Lynn Woolley (www.BeLogical.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: In October 2000, Pop singer George Michael pays more than $2 million for John Lennon's piano that he uses to write his Classic tune Imagine.

J.C. (Joyce) WEBSTER (Mena, AR) Subject: Dan McCurdy. Hey there Jim! Just read Jim McCurdy's latest. Like what he has to say or hate what he has to say...he does have the courage of his convictions! In a time when it seems most people are afraid of offending pretty much anyone, I have to say, 'Bravo!' to a man who says it the way he sees it. I also have decided that I will change my status to Independent even though some of my reasons are different. The two parties have both failed at this point, and I strongly believe in the two-party system. I do feel, however, that it is time for this voter...whether my one vote matters or not...to follow my convictions, and I cannot with good conscience continue to follow party lines when neither represents me. I would love to be positive about the direction in which we are going, but I simply cannot be. It would be so nice to talk about pleasant things such as Spring being in the air, wouldn't it? JC

THOMAS JEFFERSON (April 13, 1743-July 4, 1826) To preserve independence we must not let our rulers load us with perpetual debt. We must make our election between economy and liberty, or profusion and servitude.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 11, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #632

DON'T FORGET THAT ON MAY 11, 2009 POSTAGE STAMPS GO UP TO 44C.

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TV NEWS LEGEND DIES

Windsor Win James Smith is a no-nonsense, classic newsman who is the ultimate assignment editor in WKYC TV CH3's Cleveland, OH Westinghouse and NBC ownership days. Those words come straight from WKYC TV. Windsor passes away at 82 from a stroke in late February 2009. In 1951 he receives his bachelor of arts in journalism from Ohio State University. Win is a radio newscaster on WING-1410 in Dayton, OH. In mid-1952 he joins WNKB-TV NBC news and WTAM-1100 in Cleveland. In 1968, he becomes the first news assignment editor in OH. Win runs the assignment desk and produces the 6 pm newscast every day. There are no editorial meetings. It all comes out of his head. He assigns it. Then he produces it. Howard Fencl, WKYC Assistant News Director, tells the Director's Cut Blog, In the 1980s I had the privilege of working on the 6 pm with Win every day. He was, by then, wanting to slow it up a bit, and he was doing associate producer duties while I line produced. But I always knew in my heart I really was working FOR Win, anyway. WKYC's news article goes on, According to his colleagues, Win had a wicked sense of humor and an addiction to smelly cigars which he fortunately gave up. Nobody had a better gut instinct for news. He was a devoted father and a tireless fan of OSU. He retires in 1991 after nearly forty years as a news editor, assignment editor, and news program producer. In 1999, he inducts into the Silver Circle of the local chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Funeral Mass is at St. Bernadette's Church with interment at St. Joseph Cemetery in Fremont.

GROSS AND LIMERICK REPLACE PAUL HARVEY

As we read in JRRR on Monday, Paul Harvey leaves us to join his late wife Angel. There is only one Paul Harvey. But beginning on Monday, March 9, 2009 ABC News Radio's Gil Gross and Doug Limerick do their best to fill Paul's three daily casts. Gross hosts the daily 5-minute morning cast that previously is News & Comment. Limerick handles the Rest of the Story's afternoon spot. Gross also takes the 15-minute weekday and Saturday midday broadcasts. Gil is a 30-year radio vet who previously hosts The Gil Gross Show on CBS Radio. Gross is also a longtime fill-in host for Paul Harvey. Limerick is an Edward R. Murrow Award winner who will focus on the day's news mixed with folksy, positive stories for the Rest of the Story. These are big shoes to fill. Paul Harvey's career covers 75 years. He dies at 90 on Saturday, February 28, 2009. Paul Harvey News & Comment with a radio audience of 22 million listeners every week is in its 57th year. The Rest of The Story is in its 32nd year.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is Jerry Jeff Walker's birth name?

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•EMMIS cutbacks continue as Julie Gustines MD & Jeff Foxx AM Drive personality on Urban AC WRKS FM (98.7) NYC plus Susan Castle MD/midday DJ on Triple A KSGR FM (91.1) Corpus Christi-Portland, TX leave the building due to B-Cs. •WXRK FM Rock (K-Rock 92.3) CBS Radio NYC flips to Top 40 (Now FM 92.3) at 5 pm on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 under Dom Theodore, CBS Radio VP-Contemporary Hit Radio Programming. (www.923now.com) •OPIE & ANTHONY exit CBS Radio WXRK FM NYC after it switches from Rock to Top 40. •DAVE RAMSEY joins Clear Channel Talk KNST-790 Tucson, AZ for 3-6 pm.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 RUSSELL FERRANTE Jazz pianist with the Yellowjackets born on January 18th. •1963 PATSY CLINE, Cowboy Copas, Hawkshaw Hawkins and pilot Randy Hughes die in a plane crash on March 5th in Camden, TN as they return to Nashville from a charity concert in Kansas City. •1971 JONATHAN DAVIS lead vocalist for Multiplatinum Nu Metal band Korn born January 18th. •1984 EXILE's single Woke Up In Love is its first #1 Country hit on March 3rd. •1991 LEO WRIGHT Jazz alto saxophonist-clarinetist-flutist dies at 57 on January 4th. •2005 BLAKE SHELTON's video Goodbye Time debuts on CMT on March 3rd.

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Subject: Hank Locklin. Hank Locklin, 91, who had hits with Send Me the Pillow You Dream On and Please Help Me, I'm Falling, died Sunday, March 8, 2009. Locklin, was born February 15, 1918 in McLellan, FL. At age nine, Locklin was bedridden after getting hit by a school bus. He learned to play guitar and already had started singing at church. He had a regular radio station gig on WCOA in Pensacola, FL in 1942 and later was a regular on the Big D Jamboree on KRLD in Dallas, TX. During the 1940s, Locklin played in Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas where his career began to take off. In 1948, Locklin and his band, The Rocky Mountain Playboys, had a morning radio show on KLEE in Houston, TX. He made his first record on the Gold Star label that year before joining Four Star Records in 1949 for a 6-year stint. By 1949, he joined the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport, LA. Locklin, a tenor, had his first Top 10 single, The Same Sweet Girl, in 1949. His first number 1 was Let Me Be the One in 1953. He also had hits with Why, Baby, Why in 1956 and a pop-country crossover song, Geisha Girl in 1946. Send Me the Pillow You Dream On was a hit in 1958, while Please Help Me, I'm Falling went all the way to the top in 1960. The song reached number eight on the pop charts. Locklin became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 1960. Locklin's music helped popularize The Nashville Sound as country music. Locklin was at RCA Records for 19 years and recorded tribute discs to Eddy Arnold, Hank Williams and Roy Acuff. Locklin also later recorded for MGM Records. Jonathan Fricke

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BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) I have just been informed that WBAP is severing their relationship with me. It was a good run. This is not the outcome I chose, but sometimes things happen that we cannot control. Any assistance that you could provide in helping me find new employment would be greatly appreciated. Bob Crowley

PAUL WILLIAMS (Houston, TX) Hey Jim, I almost forgot to report on our latest "Old Timers" lunch a couple of weeks ago at Willie G’s Restaurant. We had a good turnout and, as usual, I know I’ll forget somebody. Here we go…Dave Ward. Dan Lovett, Bob Allen, Jim Debruin, Paul Orsak, Gene Arnold, Jerry Mueller, Art Casper, "Buffalo" Bill Bailey, Robert B. McIntire, Walter Hammock, Steve Smith former Anchor for Channel 11 KHOU TV, me (Paul Williams) and the "Guest of Honor" Harold Weisenthal. Bill Bailey had some fun with Harold by going over to his table with a spoon in his hand (pretending it was a mike) and said "We will be right back after this commercial" then handed the mike(spoon) to Harold and he uttered his famous words "Hi, I’m Harold". Everybody fell in the floor with laughter!! Actually, Harold looked very good and said he felt good at 81 years young. It’s my fault I forgot to invite you. I will remember next time…I promise. Later, my friend, Paul

TRIVIA ANSWER: Country-Rock singer-songwriter-guitarist Jerry Jeff Walker's real name is Ronald Clyde Crosby. We also know him as the Gypsy Songman.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) RE: JRRR issue #630, March 6, 2009. Jim...in response to Dr. Jeff Cunningham's observation that I'm not over the election, he is correct; also, he's obviously correct about the stock market's lack of enthusiasm during the new administration's less than 2-month grip on what has been our capitalist system. In the paragraph just above Dr. Cunningham's, it seems that my old friend and former KLIF fellow-worker, Gary DeLaune shares the same dim view of additional governmental largesse for those who avoid participation in the work-force arena. It's becoming apparent that the ultimate goal of the new Messiah and his Democrat apostles is to weaken our capitalist system to the point where it makes more sense to the average citizen to jump the fence into the greener, free-grazing pastures of socialism. Might as well call this form of socialism exactly what it is: communism. The Robin Hood/Karl Marx imperative: "Take from the responsible, rule following, tax-paying 'rich' and give to the non-productive, non-working, non-taxpaying 'poor.' "The initial stone has been cast. And it sailed through Congress. Actually it's a boulder named 'Stimulus.' However, I am further dismayed by the earmarks of the 'conservative' Republicans. There are plenty of dirty hands from both parties in this cookie jar. So, while yelling, beating their chests and gnashing their teeth due to the Democrats' massive overreach, our Republican poseurs are busy scrambling around in the pork pit, covered with almost as much pig poop as those horrid, greedy, uncaring, leftist Democrats. Frankly, I see the GOP Zephyr pulling out of the train station with yours truly still standing on the loading ramp, jaw dropped down near my shoes. From this disgusted moment onward until I see it differently, call me an Independent or Libertarian or whatever moniker you choose, but don't call me a Republican. Their train left me at the station. Dan McCurdy: Charlie Brown, Dan Patrick - KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; 2004 Inductee, the Texas Radio Hall of Fame.

GEORGE JEAN NATHAN (1882-1958) Bad officials are elected by good citizens who do not vote.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 09, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #631

DON'T FORGET THAT ON MAY 11, 2009 POSTAGE STAMPS GO UP TO 44C.

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MONKEE HAS CANCER

Peter Tork, a former member of 1960s Pop group the Monkees, admits that he has a rare form of head and neck cancer, but he says the diagnosis is good. Tork who is 67-years-old has surgery on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in NYC. Peter's spokeswoman announces that he does well. He begins radiation treatment after he has a short time-out. Tork's Web site says on Tuesday that his diagnosis is adenoid cystic carcinoma on the lower region of his tongue. Peter tells us that it's an uncommon but slow-growing type of cancer. We fondly remember the Monkees popular TV show from 1966 to 1968. The group has three #1 hit tunes that we Monkees fans go around singing all the time: Last Train to Clarksville, I'm a Believer and Daydream Believer. We pray for Peter Tork's complete and successful recovery.

TV AXE FALLS IN GOTHEM CITY

Batman to the rescue! Tribune Broadcasting WPIX TV CH11 fires five of their off-camera staff as part of the big B-C. The ones who leave the building include a producer who works with Larry Hoff correspondent for PIX Morning News, three writers plus someone on the assignment desk. A WPIX TV spokesperson declares This action comes as media companies across the country are cutting expenses to cope with rising costs and changes in advertising revenue and is a reflection of the current harsh economic business climate. The news comes as no surprise because WPIX TV parent company Tribune files bankruptcy. Tribune Broadcasting's Washington, D.C. bureau, that feeds news out of our nation's capital to TV stations around the USA that also includes CH11, shut down their offices this week. At 2009 begins, CH 11 cuts veteran sportscaster Sal Marchiano. Newsroom managers find it tough to put together newscasts with their budgets cut way back while TV ad revenue falls. Other TV markets find the going tough, as the giants struggle with their budgets. WCBS TV CH2 flagship station of the CBS television network with studios in NYC drops sportscasters Ducis Rodgers and John Discepolo. WNBC TV CH4 flagship station of the NBC television network with studios at 30 Rockefeller Center in Manhattan drops experienced on-air vets Jay DeDapper, Carolyn Gusoff, Carol Anne Riddell, Otis Livingston, Sally Anne Mosey, Monica Morales and Kendra Farn. WNYW TV CH5 Fox 5 News flagship station of the News Corporation's Fox Broadcasting Company lets anchor Rick Folbaum go, plus two off-camera staff members. On February 27, 2009 Univision eliminates 300 jobs nationwide that includes a handful at Spanish language WXTV TV CH41 with an FCC license for Paterson, NJ that serves NYC. Univision also cancels the weekend editions of its newscast Primer Impacto. The present economy truly does have a premier impact on America's TV stations.

TRIVIA QUESTION: For whom does Eric Clapton write the song Wonderful Tonight? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•PHIL ARCHER news anchor on KPRC TV CH 2 Houston, TX (www.click2houston.com/) HAPPY BIRTHDAY! on Tuesday, March 10th. •JULIE GATES KVIL FM Dallas, TX Morning Show Co-Host of The Gene & Julie Show since 1995 with her husband Gene takes home a career achievement award from Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women: the 2008 Carolyn Helman Lichtenberg Crest Award for her outstanding professional achievements in radio. Salute! •SYDNEY CHAPLIN stage actor-son of Charlie Chaplin who earns a Tony Award for his role in the late 1950s musical Bells Are Ringing dies at 82 on Tuesday, March 3, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 ADRIAN BAKER British falsetto singer-guitarist-songwriter former member of the Beach Boys born on January 18th. •1967 MERLE HAGGARD receives his first #1 single on Billboard's Country chart for The Fugitive on March 4th. •1974 CHRISTIAN BURNS acoustic guitarist-vocals with British Pop group BBMak born on January 18th in Liverpool. •1986 STEVE EARLE's album Guitar Town releases on MCA records on March 5th. •1995 WOLFMAN JACK (Robert Weston Smith) DJ dies on July 1st. •2004 GRETCHEN WILSON's debut single Redneck Woman releases on Epic on March 5th.

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Citadel stock hits 1 Cent. Hey, if we each kick in $10, we could probably own the company! www.radioandrecords.com/RRWebsite20/members/ShowHeadline.aspx?FormatId=0&ContentID=47519

JIM TRAVIS [Jo] (Hot Springs, AR) Subject: Spring Forward. In just a few hours it will be time to spring forward. Here at 1071 we sprang forward Friday night. The way I look at it we will be saving more day light than anybody else in America. Maybe next year you will want to do the same. (www.JimWWTravis.com)

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SHELBY SINGLETON first comes to life in the tiny east Texas town of Waskom which is about 20 miles east of the county seat, Marshall, on HWY 80/I20 near the Louisiana border. In the late 1960s, Shelby revives Sun records label with so many of our favorite Oldies recording artists we enjoy so much like Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and others. Plus Singleton has his new Plantation record label with brand new artists. Can remember way back in 1968 as Program Director/Music Director of KBUC FM-AM in San Antonio, TX when we sign to a concert someone who has an instant hit Harper Valley PTA on Shelby's Plantation records, Jeannie C. Riley. We get Jeannie's name on the dotted line before she becomes a major hit herself. After her performance, the KBUC GM counts out eight $100 bills and hands them to Jeannie. This really brightens up her eyes. But by that time she probably gets $8000 or more for appearances. What a deal!

SHELBY SINGLETON (Nashville, TN) Jim- Those were the great days in the music business- We are on to new and better things- Hope you are well- I am ok for a 77 year old- Best, Shelby

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) In 1954 and 1955 while I worked at KDBC in Mansfield, Louisiana I often visited back stage at the Louisiana Hayride in Shreveport. One Saturday night I saw a young fellow dressed in a sport coat with slacks and shod in white buck shoes. All the other performers wore embroidered suits studded with rhinestones so he stood out like a sore thumb. I inquired about him from one of the artist's managers. He told me he was a new kid from Memphis. He called him over and introduced us. That was the first time I heard the name Elvis Presley. I was impressed with how polite and unassuming he was. That night as Elvis took the stage the place went berserk. I stood in awe as he captivated the audience completely. I turned to the fellow who had introduced us and expressed my opinion that this young fellow had a tremendous future in the business. He replied that it was all done with smoke and mirrors and his records would never sell because he had no talent. When I saw the artist manager many months later he was having a heaping helping of crow.

DAVID PERKINS (D/FW, TX) Subject: KBUY reunion. Tell you a DJ story. I had been fired by Roy Lemons at KBUY and was hired by Jack Gardiner on KBOX doing fill-in and Sunday mornings on the air and also worked for them full-time as production director. I was going by "David Perkins." I never did care for "Charlie Brown" but Lemons had cut station jingles at KBUY before hiring me and the next jock hired would be "Charlie Brown." Well, Fort Worth is my hometown and I wanted the job, so... Anyway, Bo (Powell) was PD at KPCN and would have an engineer come in Sunday mornings and run recorded segues from a DJ between songs. Bo asked me if I would record some segues for him for the engineer to play. I did it as "Charlie Brown." So, here I am for a while before being hired on at KPRC Houston, on KBOX Sundays as "David Perkins" and my cross-town rival was none other than "Charlie Brown" on KPCN. Radio does some funny things! David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt Saturday March 14th. 3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com (http://JJradio.com/) / (http://KAFMradio.org/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: In 1976 Eric Clapton writes the song Wonderful Tonight for his wife Patti while he waits for her to get ready for a party with hosts Paul and Linda McCartney.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) More bad news from the employment front. Word came today that KLBJ's Steve Pickering was one of those let go in the latest round of cuts at Emmis Communications. Steve was an all-around utility guy for the news department, covering all the beats and doing what needed done. He's a good guy, and would make an excellent addition to anyone's radio news staff. Hearing about these layoffs reminds me of that scene in Memphis Belle, when "Mother and Country" is cut in half, and as it tumbles down, the radio transmissions fade away. As you observe in horror from your own B-17, you realize, that could have been me.

GENERAL NORMAN SCHWARTZKOPF (August 22, 1934-p) I believe that forgiving them is God's function. OUR job is to arrange the meeting.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 06, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #630

DON'T FORGET THAT ON MAY 11, 2009 POSTAGE STAMPS GO UP TO 44C.

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

FORMER BILLBOARD MUSIC CRITIC EXPIRES

Mike McGeever former Billboard, Music Monitor and Music & Media radio editor dies at 48 after a heart attack. During the 1990s Mike is the radio editor of Billboard trade magazines Music Monitor and Music & Media in London, England. He returns home to Pottsville, PA as project manager of Schuylkill Community Action in the city. McGeever also hosts a weekly radio show on Classic Rock WPAM-1450 (The Phoenix). Jon Heasman, Ofcom Manager of Commercial Radio Licensing, who works with Mike at Billboard and Music and Media, affirms: Mike was genuinely loved by all who knew him. He was a very warm, incredibly generous man who – above all – possessed an enormous sense of fun. He was a great journalist and, with his experiences drawn from both sides of the Atlantic, he was also a real authority on music radio, which was a medium he loved.

CUMULUS STIMULATES BONUSES

A filing with the SEC indicates that Cumulus Media pays huge bonuses to its top executives for their 2008 performance. Lew Dickey CEO squeezes $500,000 in cash plus 320,000 restricted shares of stock. John Dickey EVP/Co-COO grabs $165,000 in cash and 70,000 time-vested shares. Jon Pinch EVP/Co-COO aces $100,000 cash and 40,000 time-vested shares. Marty Gausvik EVP/CFO snaps up $50,000 in cash and 15,000 time-vested shares.

TURN OUT THE LIGHTS THE PARTY'S OVER

KPTY FM [formerly KQBU FM] (Party 93.3) Univision Rhythmic Party Port Arthur, TX returns to its Que Buena Regional Mexican format that ends in 2007. The Party format seems to bounce around the Houston, TX radio dial like jumping beans. In 1999 it's a part-time format on KRTX FM (100.7). Then it moves to KPTY FM [now KAMA FM] (104.9) Houston-Deer Park, TX with a simulcast in the Galveston area on KPTI FM (105.3) Crystal Beach, TX. Its final destination is FM 93.3 in December 2007.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Vince Gill is a member of what popular 1970s-80s Country-Rock group? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•BILLY THORMAN well-known TX radio personality and programmer - HAPPY BIRTHDAY on March 6th! •WESTWOOD ONE restructures its $241 million debt as the Gores Group gains control which increases its equity in WW1 to 72.5%. •TISA LASORTE Emmis Communications brand manger & Marc Young PD of WKQX FM (Q101.1) Chicago, IL leave the building due to the dreaded B-C. •BRITISH terrestrial Web Five (RTL) axes 25% of its staff. •CIRCUIT CITY liquidators shut down all remaining stores on Sunday, March 8, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 JEZ STRODE drummer with London's Pop-Synth quintet Kajagoogoo (Too Shy #5-1983) born on January 17th. •1960 ELVIS PRESLEY receives his discharge from the Army on March 5th. •1972 KEN HIRAI Japanese R&B-pop singer born on January 17th. •1983 GEORGE JONES weds Nancy Sepulveda at his sister's home in Woodville, TX. The honeymooners' wedding dinner is at a Burger King in Jasper, TX. •1997 STIG ANDERSON producer of Rock group Abba founder of Polar Music record label dies on September 12th. •2005 PAT GREEN's Grand Ole Opry debut is at Nashville's Grand Ole Opry House on March 5th.

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CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Hi Jim, I was catching up on some of your old columns. I'm sorry to read about Molly Bee. I was hired to do the TV commercials for a local Chevrolet dealership back in the seventies. The jingle was Dial Dial Dial Chevrolet, 11980 E. Firestone, Dial Chevrolet. I think it was designed to be a local commercial because I never heard it while in any other location. The singer was Molly Bee. The owner of the dealership was so proud he was able to hire Molly Bee to do his Jingle. The jingle became familiar in the LA area and people would come on the lot frequently singing, kids and adults alike. I think we met one time...but it's been ages ago. Regarding Jimmy Boyd...lots of stories. He actually had the major hit back in the fifties of "Kissing Santa Claus," and sold millions. I worked with him at three different dealerships over the years....and when I returned to radio at KNUZ and KQUE interviewed him on the air around Christmas time. I caught up with him at one of the old dealerships. When we worked together we were competitors for customers but he was cordial. Never had the opportunity to see him perform but some of the other guys did and said he was a natural. I asked him why he didn't tour because even in those days singles with a name, could make a good living. His answer was for personnel reasons. Strange I would run across his name in your column because just the other day at the movies something triggered a remembrance of that era. Keep up the good work.

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GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: Ernie Ashworth. During my brief radio time in Nashville I saw a story on the news about a bunch of houses that sat in the right of way where a new freeway would be built. Some contractor had bought up all the houses and was selling them to be moved. Ernie Ashworth was being interviewed about how he had paid for one of those houses but the contractor was dragging his feet about moving them and time was growing short. I left Nashville before I found out what happened. After I got back to Houston Ernie called KIKK to promote his new single. During the conversation I asked him about the house. He said he never did get that house and he lost everything he put into it. That was over 30 years ago and I had almost forgotten about it until I read the sad news about his passing. Bless him. He was one of the real nice guys in the business and I would like to send my condolences to his family.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) A friend and I went to lunch Wednesday, she gave a CD, Pete Seeger at 89. I hope I am still around in good health at 89. I think what do youngsters have to look forward to? I still remember hearing a person doing a show on the radio with his ukulele. MBS with Fulton Lewis III. The HD radio I bought at Radio Shack was on sale for $100. They have more than one model mine is from Accuran. They go on sale from time to time with discounts mine was discounted but not as much as I have seen them. The FM is superb, I can hear KTCU 88.7 which I can't get on any other radio; however; the AM section... Let’s says my G.E. Superadio II does a much superior job. I find NBC sound ID is great when I need to tune my guitar: G E C. 73, Charles, KC5RAI

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) The next "Rabbitt Report" is Saturday & Sunday March 7th & 8th 2-5pm CDT on http://JJradio.com/ The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday March 10th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Vince Gill is lead singer with popular 1970s-80s Country-Rock group Pure Prairie League from 1979-83 (Let Me Love You Tonight #10-1980).

GARY DELAUNE (San Antonio, TX) Hey Jimbo; I notice that some of JRRR readers are rather vehement in their opinions about ideology. I don't know about anyone else but I have had to resort to taking my teaching calls five days a week now since I have lost over half of my retirement money since the election....who is at fault? I don't give a hanging chad damn who maybe the culprit but after doing 36 football and basketball games on radio, the Bruce and Gary program and teaching almost full time, and am told I may have to share what I make with someone who hasn't worked at all, I certainly can't blame it on Ronald Reagan. I don't worry about more taxes for anyone over $250,000; I'm just worried about taking care of the basics without draining from what money I have left. I would be a rich man just collecting on taxes owed by some of the current members of the cabinet and other nominees. But as Barney Frank might say..."watch out...the government might pick your pocket...unless I get there first....and stay awhile"...GD

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Jim: I don't think Dan McCurdy is over the election. Neither is the stock market. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Think about this: COWS - Is it just me, or does anyone else find it amazing that during the mad cow epidemic our government could track a single cow, born in Canada almost three years ago, right to the stall where she slept in the state of Washington? And, they tracked her calves to their stalls. But they are unable to locate 11 million illegal aliens wandering around our country. Maybe we should give each of them a cow. THE CONSTITUTION - They keep talking about drafting a Constitution for Iraq. Why don't we just give them ours? It was written by a lot of really smart guys, it has worked for over 200 years, and we're not using it anymore. THE 10 COMMANDMENTS - The real reason that we can't have the Ten Commandments posted in a courthouse is this -- you cannot post 'Thou Shalt Not Steal' 'Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery' and 'Thou Shall Not Lie' in a building full of lawyers, judges and politicians. It creates a hostile work environment. It is time for America to speak up! Yep, I passed it on!

FREDERIC BASTIAT (1801-1850) Everyone wants to live at the expense of the state. They forget that the state lives at the expense of everyone.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 04, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #629

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ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

GRAND OLE OPRY STAR EXPIRES

Ernie Ashworth whom we know for his many Country chart tunes in the 1960s that includes his #1 hit in 1963 Talk Back Trembling Lips plus decades as a member of the Grand Ole Opry dies at 80 on Monday, March 1, 2009. Around Christmas 1963 Johnny Tillotson puts the same song at #7 on the Pop charts. In 1964 the Grand Ole Opry welcomes Ernie as a member. Another of his memorable songs is The DJ Cried that lands at #8 in 1965 which is my first year in radio but that year this DJ smiles. In 1991, the Major Independent Record Label Awards Show hands Ashworth the Living Legend Award. In 1992, he inducts into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. Ernie has surgery in December 2008. His son Mike Ashworth says that his father's death comes as a shock: I was with him the other day, and he was the same old Daddy. He hadn't looked that good in 10 years. He was hopping around like a grasshopper yesterday. Then he got up this morning, and said, 'I don't feel so good'. By the time the ambulance arrives he collapses. Ernie Ashworth's survivors are his sons Stephen Mark Ashworth and Mike Ashworth of Smyrna, Paul Ashworth of Hartsville, TN and his daughter Rebecca Gale Parker of Ardmore, TN. A memorial service is 11 am Thursday, March 4th at Anthony Funeral Home, 337 McMurry Blvd., Hartsville. Visitation is 1-8 pm Wednesday.

BECK INREASES RATINGS

FOX News Channel's The Glenn Beck Show shows a 100% ratings increase in FNC’s 5pm (ET) hour since his TV show launches in early 2009. FNC leads the prime time and total day ratings during February 2009 which is FOX News Channel's 86th month on top. TVNewser.com reports that FOX has nine out of the top 10 programs in cable news last month in Total Viewers. The O’Reilly Factor is number one for the 99th consecutive month. Sean Hannity's new solo FNC TV program Hannity also beats CNN and MSNBC in Total Viewers during the 9-10pm (ET) slot.

SURVIVOR TEXAS STYLE

Due to the popularity of TV's Survivor shows, Texas plans to do Survivor, Texas-Style. The contestants all start in Dallas, then drive to Waco, Austin, San Antonio, over to Houston and down to Brownsville. Then proceed to Del Rio, El Paso, Midland, Odessa, Lubbock and Amarillo. From there they head to Abilene, Fort Worth and finally back to Dallas. Each contestant drives a pink Volvo with bumper stickers that read: I'm Gay, I Love the Dixie Chicks, Boycott Beef, I Voted for Obama, George Strait Sucks, Hillary in 2012 and I'm here to confiscate your guns. The first one to make it back to Dallas alive wins.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the first ever recording of a song? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CHUCK FINNEY with 7 years as PD of Salem Christian AC KLTY FM (Lite 94 Christian Music) Dallas-Arlington, TX vacates the building. •ROBERTA FLACK Grammy Award winning Jazz and Soul star performs a benefit concert for the Victoria Bushfire victims with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. •NIELSEN reports that the average American watches more than 151 hours of TV each month - five hours a day - which is an all-time high. •ARBITRON reorganizes its executive suite according to the SEC. Gone are honchos Pierre Bouvard and Owen Charlebois.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ELVIS PRESLEY opens for Little Jimmy Dickens at City Auditorium in Waycross, GA on February 22nd. Future Byrd Gram Parsons sits in the front row. He goes backstage for The King's autograph. •1969 JESSE L. MARTIN actor-Broadway singer born Jesse Lamont Watkins on January 18th. •1974 DOLLY PARTON ends her duet career with Porter Wagoner on February 19th. •1965 STEVE ADLER drums with Guns N' Roses born on January 22nd. •1994 THE DESERT ROSE BAND plays its final concert in Indio, CA on February 26th. •2007 KIP ANDERSON R & B singer-songwriter-DJ dies on August 29th.

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Hey Jim: Grand Ole Opry Star Ernie Ashworth has just passed away. For the info on Ernie Ashworth, go to www.tennessean.com and type in Ernie Ashworth in the search. Country Radio Hall of Fame dinner tonight, which kicks off the CRS for this year. Good thing I am in the Hall of Fame, or else I couldn't afford the $105 per ticket price. Fortunately they comp the dinner for those in the Hall. Stay well, my friend. Jonathan

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DAN GALLO (Houston, TX) Jim, I’m sorry to hear about Rex Boehme’s passing. During my last year in the Air Force at Ellington Field (then, Air Force Base), Rex hired me to do Saturday nights at KILE in Galveston. Oddly enough, two weeks to the day that I was to be released from active duty, Rex offered me mornings. Working for him was a hoot. There was never a dull moment, and we were frequently visited by his cousin, George Solchenberger, who was about as gonzo a guy you’d ever meet. He worked about two blocks away at Teleprompter cable TV. Whenever you got together with those two guys, anything could happen. There wasn’t much money in it, but, what we didn’t make in money we made up for in laughs. It didn’t hurt, either, that Rex had that station sounding so good….great for making airchecks. I last spoke with Rex about a year ago and he was the same ol’ guy. It was a great conversation. Thank God that I’ll have that as a last memory of a terrific guy. Dan

TODD MEADOWS (San Antonio, TX) Subject: Paul Harvey. Among millions who morn the passing of the great Paul Harvey. Hearing that he had died made me think of when I was much younger (early 70s) and patching the board at KRBC Abilene, to put his show on the air at 7AM. Not just a board operator for that show, but an avid listener as well. Now, much older, I'm in the dot com business. Feel like I have my own station @ StayBank.com and I do plan on attaching a podcast to this in the not too-distant future. I know you love your dog/s, mine is a feature on the site. Poco approves everything on the site. Sometimes not too well. He sleeps a lot. Todd Meadows in San Antonio, TX. Enjoy your news letter always!

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) John Wesley Ryles III, WOW! I was just talking about him the other day. What a masterpiece the song, "Kay," was. I'm glad he's doing well, God Bless. He should look into having that song remade with a reference to the war in Iraq. When I first heard the song, time seemed to stand while the story began to unfold. Please pass along to him that it's a song, I'll never forget. All the best! Billy T

JOHN WESLEY RYLES (Nashville, TN) Hey Jim, thanks for the warning about the mic. Thanks for the kind words. I'll get back to you when I have time with some stories. I love that name Tejas. Have a good night, pal. P.S. Please let me know if my mic is still on...JW

JAY WEAVER (D/FW-Hurst, TX) Thanks Jim for the compliment! Love JRRR! Don't miss reading any edition as soon as I see it on the screen. Keep up the great work! And, if you don't mind, I'll keep contributing when I think I can. Jay

DADE MOORE (Houston-Aldine, TX) Subject: WDDT? the permit was turned in 2004, No more wddt am. Most of the people have passed away from old age. Dade (www.dade.cc) (www.angelfireradio.com) (www.rockandroll.fm)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Red hosted that show (Ozark Mountain Jubilee) on ABC-TV from Springfield, MO, 1954-1960...a great one it was too. Another great TV show I liked was "This Is Your Life" w/ Ralph Edwards. My fav radio show was The Breakfast Club from Chicago on ABC M/F w/Don McNeill. Have I brought up a few memories? We could go on for hours! BOB & Sonny Lee

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Movie I think worth watching. Hi, I just watched a movie from NetFlixs that I rented that I would recommend: The Legend Of Tillamook's Gold (2006). I found it was enjoyable and did not resort to the use of sex and other offensive material. I think any one should watch it if they get a chance if they have not already seen it. About a girl who goes looking for treasure after finding a gold coin. Charles

TRIVIA ANSWER: The first ever recording of a song is when Thomas Edison speaks Mary Had A Little Lamb while he tests a phonograph in 1877.

RAY WHITWORTH (Ft. Worth-Arlington, TX) Geez Jim is Dan MCCurdy ever going to get over the election? Man, enough of the name calling, crapola and let's solve the economic mess we have now and that has gone over a year? Secondly can we just talk about radio, and memories of when radio was better instead of negative politics? Ray

SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL (November 30, 1874-January 24, 1965) I contend that for a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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March 02, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #628

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ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PAUL HARVEY (1918-2009)

One of America's most beloved and legendary broadcasters, Paul Harvey, dies at 90 on Saturday morning, February 28, 2009 in his winter home in Phoenix, AZ with his family. Paul Harvey begins his long radio career in 1933 when just a teen. We all know him by a couple of his famous phrases: The Rest of the Story and Paul Harvey...Good...day! Paul's wife of 68 years, Lynne Angel Harvey, dies in May 2008. She is the backbone of Paul's radio broadcasts and the love of his life. Paul Harvey Jr. issues a statement, My father and mother created from thin air what one day became radio and television news. So in the past year, an industry has lost its godparents, and today millions have lost a friend. Jim Robinson, ABC Radio Networks President, declares, Paul Harvey was one of the most gifted and beloved broadcasters in our nation's history. Some 18 million people tune into his daily 15-minute reports on the day's events. In 1988, he tells CNN's Larry King, I'm a professional parade watcher who can't wait to get out of bed every morning and rush down to the teletypes to pan for gold.

AFTRA WINS PAY

Citadel in Washington, DC downsizes (fires) some of its staff when it merges the former ABC Radio stations inside its Capital City clusters. There is a dispute over severance pay. AFTRA claims that Citadel doesn't use the correct formula when it calculates severance pay for those employees that it lays off. The arbitrator agrees with AFTRA. So, the employees that Citadel lays off in their Washington, DC cluster now receive full severance pay.

UNIVISION RELEASES 300 OF ITS STAFF

The frail economy brings with it a sharp downturn in ad sales in radio, TV and newspapers. The new name of the game is to reduce staffs. The latest media giant that cuts back employees is America's 2nd largest Hispanic-language broadcaster, Univision that owns KMEX-TV CH34 with top ratings in the Los Angeles, CA market. On Friday, February 27, 2009 KMEX-TV lays off 300 employees which are 6% of its staff. Univision also eliminates its weekend newscast Primer Impacto Fin de Semana. The company which has its base in NYC confesses Univision has been working aggressively to bring its cost structure in line with the current environment. While it is extremely difficult to lose valued employees, we are confident that the steps we are taking will make us more efficient in the short term and better positioned for growth in the long term. Univision has enormous debt payments. In 2006, a group of private investors that includes Madison Dearborn Partners, Thomas H. Lee Partners, Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Group, and media millionaire Haim Saban buys Univision for $10.7 billion which is a low-ball price that causes Univision's stock to plunge 4%. But Univision is a good purchase because of the new large Latino population here in America.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous singer's songs does the Gloucestershire airport in England use to scare away birds? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TOM BRADY 3-time Superbowl QB for NE Patriots marries 28-year old Brazilian Supermodel Gisele Bundchen in a Catholic ceremony on Thursday, February 26, 2009 in L.A. with only close family members in attendance. •BOB CAMPBELL PD/MD/mornings on Davidson Classic Hits WTHZ FM (Majic 94.1) Greensboro-Winston-Salem-Lexington, NC and co-host Wendy Gatlin leave the building. •TERRY WOGAN host of Radio 2's breakfast show Wake Up To Wogan hints he might exit. You really have to leave before they shut the door on you. Sir Terry currently earns £800000 a year for his Radio 2 show.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 SAMMY KERSHAW (She Don't Know She's Beautiful #1-1993) born in Kaplan, LA. •1966 SOPHIE TUCKER (Sonia Kalish) Czarist Russian born singer-comedian dies on February 9th. •1977 ELVIS PRESLEY's Moody Blue strikes #1 on Billboard's Country chart on February 19th. •1983 SAMANTHA MUMBA Zambian-Irish singer-actress born on January 18th. •1990 ALAN JACKSON's debut album Here In The Real World releases on Arista records on February 27th. •2001 RON TOWNSON singer with the Fifth Dimension dies on August 2nd.

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GLEN ASHWORTH (Lebanon Oregon) Jim; Sorry for the loss of your friend. Glen Ashworth

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JONATHAN FRICKE (Nashville, TN) Subject: Paul Harvey. ABC NEWS is reporting the death of radio news legend PAUL HARVEY. HARVEY passed away SATURDAY (2/28) at the age of 90. He had battled health problems in recent years.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Check out Radio Legend Paul Harvey Dies at 90. Click here: Radio Legend Paul Harvey Dies at 90. http://news.aol.com/article/paul-harvey-dies/363141?icid=200100397x1219234391x1201285404

JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, I'm really sorry to hear of the passing of Rex Russell (Boehme). I worked with him at the old W-A-C-O in Waco back in '70. He was one of the best at production that I was ever around, and he was a genuinely nice guy, something of a rarity in radio back in the day. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music djhale@mobilemagicmusic.com "We're at the best parties!"

JOHN WESLEY RYLES (Nashville, TN) Hey Jim! Thanks for the friendship. Glad to hear you are still in the business of entertaining and informing. I've been a studio background singer since the late eighties and loving it. I get listed on the album in small print in the credits, but I sleep in my own bed every night. lol! I've had a great time doing that. Hope all is well with you. JW

GARY HELMS (Houston-Deer Park, TX) Hi! I want to thank you that came out to the cook off at the Houston Rodeo. We had a lot of fun and we hope you did too. The committee chairman asked us after the show if it was possible that we come back again this Saturday after 6:00 pm. We told him we would love to so let's see if they can get all the details worked out and maybe we'll see you again Saturday. Yes the first two days were sold out but if we do Saturday, there will still be plenty of tickets available and room to party. I have to let you know it will be an acoustic set if we get it all worked out. Keep watching here for more details and updates. Thanks, Gary Helms (www.reverbnation.com/garyhelmsZZ)

VICKY PICKERING (Houston, TX) The Picks were honored in the Texas State Senate on Monday 2-23-09 with a resolution. The web site is: www.senate.state.tx.us/avarchive/ Click on "Feb 23 Senate Session". Then advance to 26.09 minutes. This is the reading in the Senate Monday where John Pickering, Bob Lapham and the late Bill Pickering were honored with a resolution for their musical and artistic contributions to the State of Texas in the past 52 years. Additional sites can be found on the Internet including: www.myfoxaustin.com/dpp/news/022309_the_crickets_finally_recognized Fox News 26 Houston had a story on 2-25-09, Wednesday night's newscast. Vicky Pickering (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com)

JANET YANCEY (Houston-Alvin, TX) We still have a few KNUZ/KQUE mementos around. Jan

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) In 1954 I helped to put brand new KDBC in Mansfield, Louisiana on the air. All of us pitched in on the technical work. We then hired a receptionist/bookkeeper. She had never been in a radio station before so she was not familiar with the nuts and bolts operation of the business. One day I decided to play a prank on her. KDBC was a day timer so at the end of each broadcast day I would pre-record the closing newscast so I could be cleaning up and getting ready to sign off the station as the tape was playing. I sneaked out the back door and come in the front. I nonchalantly took a seat in the lobby. The lady looked up from her typewriter and saw me sitting there. For several seconds she looked back and forth to me and then to the lobby monitor carrying my newscast. I told her I was George's twin brother and I had dropped by to see him. The poor lady turned pale and I thought she was going to faint. She almost quit her job over it. It's been over 54 years since that happened and I have never forgiven myself for that stunt. I hope she has.

TRIVIA ANSWER: The Gloucestershire airport in England blasts out Tina Turner tunes on the runway to scare away birds.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) In Oklahoma City, police pulled over Chip Harrison because of an anti-Obama sign in his car window. The sign read: "Abort Obama, not the unborn." Stunningly frightening, chilling in its portent, a flagrant denial of 1st Amendment rights...and B. Hussein Obama has been in office only one month. Dano "This is America. I'm sorry, they're in the wrong country if they think they can shut up a fellow citizen. They're in the wrong country. If they don't understand that about America, they don't understand America." - Kurt Vonnegut "You gotta negotiate the First Amendment day after day." - Kurt Vonnegut

THOMAS JEFFERSON (April 13, 1743-July 4, 1826) Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who do not.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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February 27, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #627

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ONE OF RADIO'S REALLY GOOD GUYS LEAVES US

On Wednesday night, February 25, 2009 I receive a shocking email from Gary Stelly owner-GM of KOGT-1600 in Orange, TX. Gary says that my good friend Rex Boehme dies at 65 at his home in Orange. He uses the air name Rex Russell. This leaves me totally speechless. The southeast TX city of Orange, about 100 miles east of Houston on I-10, is part of The Golden Triangle that also includes Beaumont and Port Arthur. In 1964, Rex and I are classmates at Elkins Institute of Radio in my hometown Dallas, TX. At the time he already is behind the mic on KBEC-1390 in the Dallas suburb town of Waxahachie. During intermissions at our Elkins class he turns me on to the Ramsey Lewis Trio Jazz group. Rex has just about all of their record albums. In 1968, when I leave WFAA-820 and WFAA-570 in Dallas, Charlie Van hires Rex as my on the air replacement. He soon becomes Production Director. Do not find this out until 2006 when Rex mentions it. During my long radio career all over TX, Rex Boehme is at the top of my list of radio's really good guys. Our prayers go out to Rex's family and friends. View a recent photo of Rex and read what Gary Stelly writes about Rex Boehme in the KOGT-1600 Web site: (www.kogt.com/)

THE B TEAM COMES TO MOVIES

TV has its A Team which stars George Peppard and Mr. T. Sony Pictures Entertainment acquires the screenplayThe B Team. Soon we see the B Team in our local movie theaters with comédiens Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg as cops. Chris Henchy and McKay write the script in the co-production deal with Gary Sanchez Productions and Mosaic. At the present moment Sony has not yet set a release date for the film, but expects it to enter its assembly line ASAP.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous entertainer does Lucille Ball try to get on her TV show in 1971? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JAMI LANDIS PM Drive DJ on Clear Channel Rock KIOC FM (Big Dog 106) Beaumont, TX tacks on MD responsibilities. •IRVIN MAYFIELD revered jazz musician has a new one-hour talk show The Life and Times of Irvin Mayfield on Northshore Radio WGSO-990 New Orleans, LA that begins March 2009. •WRZE FM CHR The Rose 96.3 Qantum Communications Dennis, MA joins Entercom’s Cape Cod Sports Radio Network on April 1, 2009 as WEEI FM. On air staff moves to other spots in the cluster. Qantum also owns News/Talk WXTK FM (95.1), Classic Hits WCIB FM (Cool 102) and AC WCOD FM (106.1).

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ELVIS PRESLEY's I Forgot To Remember To Forget hits #1 on Billboard's Country survey on February 25th. •1960 MUZZ SKILLINGS bassist with UK black Rock quartet Living Colour born on January 6th. •1972 STEVE HOLY Country singer (Good Morning Beautiful #1-2001) born on February 23rd in Dallas, TX. •1981 WILLA FORD (Amanda Lee Williford) dance-pop singer-songwriter born on January 22nd. •1999 BRAD PAISLEY's debut single Who Needs Pictures releases on Arista records on February 22nd. •2005 DANNY WILLIAMS South African singer (Britain's Johnny Mathis) dies of lung cancer on December 6th.

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TOM ELLIS (Boston-Newton, MA) Hi, Jim, When I signed off last December...It's been way too long since I've been a part of your network, so if I'm still a member in good standing, I'd like to be re-connected. My new Email address is tomellis1@comcast.net. Hope to hear from you soon. Tom

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GARY STELLY [Owner/GM of KOGT-1600] (Orange, TX) Jim, Wanted to let you know that longtime DJ Rex Russell passed away today. He was 65. I’ll send you our write up after I’m through writing it. I assume you knew him because he is the one who turned me on to your site. Gary Stelly, KOGT Radio

REX RUSSELL'S DEATH comes as a complete shock. Gary fills us in on more details.

GARY STELLY (Orange, TX) Gary Stelly Jim, Unfortunately it is. He’s always at the station by 8:30 and when he wasn’t there by 845 I knew something was wrong. Just didn’t know what until we broke into his apartment. He was just sitting in his recliner watching a movie. Nothing suspicious but we ordered an autopsy anyway. The strange thing is that he had just received a good report from his doctor last week. Gary

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: JRRR Issue #626, 2/25; May be of interest that my files show Dennis Linde, writer of Presley's hit, "Burning Love" was born in Abilene, TX, raised in San Angelo & died @ 63 on 12/22/2006. Also, I wonder if John Cigna, mentioned in your KDKA story, is not the same John Cigna who was a DJ at WOWO powerhouse, Ft.Wayne, Ind in late 50's when I visited that station..Issue #625, 2/23 mentions fact that singer Sam Cooke turned down the Rick Nelson song,"Travelin Man." I was pleased to have worked as M/C on shows with the great Sam Cooke, both in Tampa & Richmond. I treasure those memories & retain his pic/autographs with me. We also lost another Texas recording artist this month. Albert "Buck" Griffin, born Corsicana on 2/23/23 was a singer/guitarist/songwriter/DJ as Chuck Wyman/& recording artist from about 1954. Previously inducted into Rockabilly HOF, he died in Sayre, OK on 2/14/2009. He is remembered for recording,"It Don'T Make No Nevermind" & "One Day After Payday," & had worked with Red Foley & Marty Robbins & once had a show on WKY. Your JRRR always inspires great memories & news. BOB & Sonny Lee

GARY HELMS (Houston-Deer Park, TX) I just wanted to take a minute to thank all of you for your support. We are playing an acoustic set tonight at the Houston Rodeo and I just wanted all of you to know I am thinking about you. Have a great day and we thank each of you for supporting us. Gary Helms (www.reverbnation.com/garyhelms) Upcoming Shows for Gary Helms: Feb 26 2009 8:00 PM Houston, TX Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo; Feb 27 2009 8:00 PM Houston, TX Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo; Mar 4 2009 6:00 PM Nashville, TN CRS Festival; Mar 5 2009 6:00 PM Nashville, TN CRS Festival; Mar 6 2009 7:00 PM Nashville, TN CRS Festival; Mar 21 2009 7:00 PM Cuyahoga Falls, OH Boot n' Scoot Saloon; Apr 9 2009 10:00 PM Cedar Rapids, IA The Country Club; Apr 17 2009 8:00 PM Burton, TX Burton Cotton Gin Festival; Jul 25 2009 10:00 AM Knox City, TX Knox City Watermelon Festival; Aug 28 2009 8:00 PM Wimberley, TX Wimberly Rippin on the River and Oct 17 2009 9:00 PM Burton, TX Burton Barn Dance.

DADE MOORE (Houston-Aldine, TX) Subject: WDDT? Jim, By the way John Gibson 90 years old is still alive. The old engineer PErcy is still alive. We put Jim Karr to rest last year. I was the main person at the services. That was uncle Jimmy. Dan Diamond from what i know passed away and Others like myself, Rob Grason, and Wayne Bennette on the front page are alive and well. Charlie Ross is still back in greenville at wdms 100.7 doing morings. Sorry about the typos, I am going down the Houston I-45 freeway. Dade (www.dade.cc) (www.angelfireradio.com) (www.rockandroll.fm)

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, Here is a clip that was sent to me by Mike Wade. That I thought you would like also. I went and found me a new HT that I like using a Yaseu RX7R, receives .5 - 999 MHz and will transmit with 5 watts on 6 meters, 2 meters, 70 cm, and .3 watts on 220 if needed. Also it allows me to listen on one frequency while talking on a different one. Not as thrilling as working at a 50 KW station but still fun to talk with others. Now I think I will go play my Green Tambourine... Charles, KC5RAI

TRIVIA ANSWER: Lucille Ball attempts to get Elvis Presley to appear on her 1971 TV show but CBS refuses to pay his talent fee.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) While I was working at KDBC in Mansfield, Louisiana I organized a live country stage show called the De Soto Jamboree after our parrish. We featured local talent who had dreams of moving up to the big time. A few weeks after the show started one of our performer introduced me to a 15 year old guitar player from Shreveport. He asked me if I would let him go on stage. I was a bit reluctant but I took a chance. The kid really brought the house down and he become a regular after that. He later went to perform on the Louisiana Hayride and then his career really took off. He played lead guitar for Ricky Nelson, The Everly Brothers, and The Beach boys among others and he also appeared on the Sonny and Cher TV show. The real jewel in his crown was when Elvis Presley asked him to join his touring band. They stayed together for years. Today he is considered to be among the all time great guitarist. His name is Jimmy Burton.

CESARE PAVESE (1908-1950) We do not remember days, we remember moments. The richness of life lies in memories we have forgotten.

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February 25, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #626

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CHERNIN LEAVES FOX

News Corporation President Peter Chernin comes to no agreement on a new contract and decides to leave Fox in June 2009 when his contract expires. Peter Chernin is the big cheese with Fox's film and TV operations. Rupert Murdoch says Chernin resigns on June 30, 2009. Rupert takes over Chernin's responsibilities at News Corporation's operations in Los Angeles. Many say that Rupert wants him to stay for at least another few years. This now clears the way for Murdoch's son James Murdoch to move on up. James Murdoch, CEO of News Corporation's Europe and Asia operations, eases on up the ladder in the past decade. Rupert's daughter Elisabeth, who heads the Shine Group film and TV in the UK, also is a possibility to continue her upward stride in News Corporation's entertainment operations. It's a family affair.

MORE MOVES AT FOX NEWS

Michael Clemente is the new Fox News SVP of news. He leaves his position as ABC News' Senior Executive Producer of the ABC Digital Media Group. Michael begins that position in December 2006. Clemente is with ABC for 27 years.

A NIGHT OF BURNIN' LOVE

On February 9, 2009 Sony Music Publishing and EMI Music Publishing presents A Night of Burnin' Love at the Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN which is a tribute to Dennis Linde who writes the #1 song for Elvis Presley. Dennis dies from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2006. The host, James Marsden, also is a performer. Many artists are in attendance for the event: Montgomery Gentry, Joe Nichols, Mark Chesnutt, Eddy Raven, Ben Lee and others. The fundraiser sets records for the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis and raises more money and awareness than any other CPF-sanctioned event.

TRIVIA QUESTION: How many takes does Barry Manilow record his vocals and piano parts for his 1st big hit Mandy? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•FRED HONSBERGER afternoon host on CBS Radio News-Talk KDKA Pittsburgh, PA celebrates his 30th anniversary during a special show from noon-3 pm on Thursday, February 26, 2009 with fellow KDKA personalities Mike Pintek and John Cigna. •MARK VANNESS vacates his role as PD/AM Drive DJ on Saga classic rock WIII FM (I-100) Ithaca, NY due to that evil B-C. •SCOTT SPRINGER Sales Manager of KROQ FM (106.7) Los Angeles-Pasadena, CA moves on up to Director of Sales for the CBS Radio-L.A. cluster to replace Dan Weiner who emerges as Market Manager.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 JOHNNY CASH's single Don't Take Your Guns to Town rises to #1 on February 23rd in Billboard's Country chart. •1964 DAVID MCCLUSKY drummer with British ska band The Bluebells born on January 13th. •1976 WAYLON JENNINGS & WILLIE NELSON's Good Hearted Woman hits #1 on February 21st on Billboard's Country chart. •1982 QUINN ALLMAN guitarist with Punk Rock band The Used born on January 18th in Orem, UT. •1990 REBA MCENTIRE's son, Shelby Stephen Blackstock, is born on February 23rd at West Side Hospital in Nashville, TN. •2001 BILL LESAGE British pianist dies on October 31st.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) Jim, I am surprised that I remember so much of this stuff. In short, I've worked with some of the legendary names in radio ---Buell, Brink, Lundy, Ladd, Collier (whom I helped get into the biz), Shaun Holly. Over the years, I've also hung out with some interesting folk --Bob Crane (Hogan's Heroes), Eydie Williams (oohh la la), Grace Lee Whitney (Yeoman Rand, Star Trek), Russ Meyer (Beyond the Valley of the Dolls, Faster, Pussycat, Kill Kill, The Seven Minutes, Supervixens), Dean Martin, Kenny Rogers, Donna Mills, James Franciscus, Rob Reiner, Bernard Fox (Hogan's Heroes), Beverly Sills, Wayne Rogers (Trapper John), Cheech and Chong, Joe Camp, Jim Hampton (F-troop), Hope this is some help. Sincerely, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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JOAN PATE-DAY (Cedar Creek Lake, TX) Hello Jimbo and how are you feeling? Have a message for you. Sam says to tell his friends hello and thank them for their continued prayers and telephone calls. He says he is feeling fine. Takes over 20 pills a day and several shots during the week. While I was talking to him, he started yelling where I was and he had lost me, but Janet convinced him I was still on the line. He just got confused. I told him if he would go to a strip joint and watch some of the girls do their dance, it would get his blood to circulating. He got a laugh out of that and said he was afraid it's too late for that. His radio buddies will appreciate that, knowing Sam. He has a computer but can't remember how to turn it on. But he is still singing. He has not lost his memory of radio days. You take care and keep warm.

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Hey Jimbo and Tejas. I was reading Mike Marshall's article about KPRC country music in Houston. Mike was one terrific DJ and a great guy to boot! But he didn't quite get the timing right about when I played country music on KPRC. By the time Mike came to KPRC, I had already been there well over a year having been hired by PD Sam Sitterlee in the spring of '68. Ron came maybe six months later, on my recommendation. KPRC never wanted to play real country. They wanted Dean Martin and "101 strings play country" etc. Lite country. But I forced the issue saying that if I couldn't play Hank Williams, Sr. and Buck Owens and Waylon and Willie, etc. then it's "hasta la vista, baby." They gave in and between the country music I played and Astros’s Baseball we had numero uno ratings in Houston. BTW, I also finished up my career on the number one rated Houston station in the late '70s, KYND-FM and that made four times I'd been on the number one stations in large markets in 13 years on the air (WBAP, DFW, and KTOW, Tulsa being the other two.) But back to KPRC. They did fire me in January 1970 while I was home sick with the flu. They'd had their fill of country music and I guess they were tired of being number one in Houston! I had little trouble getting a job, having been a contributor to Cash Box and Billboard magazines. I went to Birmingham, Alabama as my one and only time trying to be PD. It was a disaster. One story, I had been there about 7 months and some KKK people burned the barn belonging to a black family where they kept their hay for their cattle. I was doing the afternoon drive and got on the air to say "In Texas we don't burn people's hay for their cows." The next day I got a call from Governor George Wallace's right hand man to take me to dinner where he proceeded to tell me how dangerous it is to take on the KKK. About that time Don Day, PD at WBAP in Fort Worth -my home town and where they'd just gone country- hired me on. Was I glad to get out of Birmingham! David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) A RET friend in Carolinas is asking if you know a DJ, Bob McLain, formerly, top-40, KULF (790 AM) Houston? McLain is now PD @ WORD, Spartanburg, SC. Just asking on his behalf. BOB

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) I e-mailed Dade thru his web site and never heard back. But I have several top 40 surveys from the Delta Democrat Times. I worked at WDDT shortly after getting out of the Army and then moved on to WTUP in Tupelo. The Delta Democrat Times was a very liberal paper in favor of integration and the radio station being affiliated with the newspaper used to get a bomb threat every now an then from the Klan but we took it I stride and joked about it. I was the PD under the name of "Phil Harmonic" and the rest of the line-up was Varnell Lee Mid-days and Larry Dee 3pm to sign off (no night time power at the time) Jimmy Carr was on the sales staff at the time and John Gibson over saw radio and the newspaper. The station and newspaper were housed in the same building at the time and Hodding Carter who was to be part of Jimmy Carters' administration (I think) was just a kid who loved to hang out with us jocks...Dr Bruce

DADE MOORE (Houston-Aldine, TX) My old house in Aldine north Houston is my office. I am 30 miles to the north near what used to be called small Cleveland and Conroe area. Do you know from Humble over to Tomball Up to Conroe and back over to Cleveland now has about 500,000 people. Well we know where everyone south of 1960 moved to. I was on the radio last night at http://www.kvst.com still having fun. I will be on there shortly from 10/am to 6/pm tonight Sunday. Radio is still fun and good times. Later Jim. Dade (www.dade.cc) / (www.angelfireradio.com) /(www.rockandroll.fm)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Barry Manilow records his vocals and piano parts for Mandy in one take. The tune soars to #1 with over a half million in sales.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) I did spots for the former owner of KTRM a man named Trum. He then had an ad agency and I did all the Dallas Williams Furniture Store spots for years plus a few other spots. He was a heck of a nice guy. George

ANTHONY QUAYLE (September 7, 1913-October 20, 1989) To understand a man, you must know his memories. The same is true of a nation.

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February 23, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #625

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROCK LEGEND DIES

The bass player for Electric Light Orchestra, Kelly Groucutt, dies at 63 on Thursday, February 19, 2009 of a heart attack. ELO ranks near the top of my favorite Rock bands. All ELO tunes are crowning points in my memories especially Telephone Line and Evil Woman. In 1974, Kelly joins the band for the Eldorado tour. He debuts on the 1975 album Face the Music. Groucutt sings lead on several of their songs that include The Diary of Horace Wimp, Nightrider and Poker. In 1982, he releases his solo album Kelly. In 1983 he remains with ELO for one more album, Secret Messages. Kelly leaves ELO because of what he considers to be unfair royalty distribution. Groucutt sues ELO team mate Jeff Lynne and settles for £300,000. In later years, Kelly is a member of ELO similarities; OrKestra, ELO Part 2 and The Orchestra. Kelly Groucutt’s survivors include his second wife Anna-Maria Bialaga, four children and two grandchildren.

CLEAR CHANNEL SHAKES, RATTLES AND ROLLS HOUSTON

According to the Houston Business Journal Clear Channel Communications shakes up its Houston radio stations again. Michael Berry, Operations Director of CC Radio Houston’s AM stations, says that on March 2, 2009 Houston stand-up comic Chris Baker returns to KPRC-950 in the 3 to 5 pm slot. Joe Pags Pagliarulo moves to mornings, 6 to 9 am. John Walton and Steve Johnson, KPRC morning team, move over to KKRW FM (The Arrow 93.7). After 12 years on KKRW, morning radio team Dean and Rog leap over to Cox Radio KHTC FM (107.5). Dean Myers and Roger Beaty’s new KHTC morning show begins 5 to 10 am M-F on June 1st. Their newsperson, Suzi Hanks, joins Scott Sparks on the KHTC morning show. When Dean and Rog get to KHTC in June, Scott moves to PM Drive. Col. St. James tells us on Friday that he goes back to his 7p-midnight spot on KKRW on Monday, February 23, 2009. In 2005, Clear Channel releases Roula Christie and Ryan Chase from KHMX FM (Mix 96.5). Popular morning man Sam Malone vacates cross town KRBE FM (104.1) to go to KHMX. In the merry-go-round world of radio Christie and Chase head to KRBE for the morning show. Then in October 2008 Clear Channel releases Sam Malone. Clear Channel thinks that it has to sell KHMX FM as part of a federal mandate for it to go private. What happens is that Clear Channel swaps KHMX FM and KLOL FM (Mega 101.1) to CBS Radio. After the dust settles Clear Channel ends up with Houston radio stations KTRH-740, KBME-790, KPRC-950, KKRW FM (93.7), KTBZ FM (94.5) and KODA FM (99.1).

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous recording artist turns down Travelin' Man which becomes a huge hit for Ricky Nelson in 1961? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ORESTE LIONELLO entertainer and film dubber, Italy's voice of Woody Allen, Jerry Lewis and other comic stars dies at 81 on Thursday, February 12, 2009 in Rome. •KMLE FM (Country 108) Dial Global Phoenix, AZ adds syndicated Country music radio personality The Lia Show for Monday - Saturdays 6 to 11 pm. •BILLY BRIAN exits PM Drive at Cumulus AC KPLA FM (Best Mix Soft Rock 101.5) Columbia, MO. •MICKEY ROURKE’s movie The Wrestler wins top honors at Saturday's Film Independent Spirit Awards. Mickey also takes home the Lead Male Award. Plus Rourke is one of us doggie lovers!

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 DON SNOW soloist-keyboards with Squeeze born on January 13th. •1963 BUCK OWENS records Act Naturally at the Capitol Recording Studios on February 12th in Hollywood, CA. •1975 JASON FREESE piano/keyboards with Punk Rock group Green Day born on January 12th in Orange County, CA. •1985 RANDY TRAVIS signs a recording contract with Warner Bros. on February 14th 2 weeks after he records On The Other Hand. •2006 LITTLE BIG TOWN's Boondocks wins a Gold single from The Recording Industry Association of America on February 14th.

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ROBIN MARSHALL (NYC-Commack, NY) I will work on this Jim. Thank you for the opportunity. I'm still swimming upstream today, and haven't even finished what I started out to do, because all kids are home for Presidents Day! Ugh! Look for something from me soon, and thanks again. Robin Marshall, President, Marshall Arts Communications, Inc. (www.RobinMarshall.com) / (www.JayneFM.com)

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COLONEL ST. JAMES (Houston, TX) It's all good on my end. I go back to Nights on Monday, so hopefully you and Tejas will be listening! Take care and thanks for writing. Y'all have a great weekend, too! Aloha, Colonel St. James (www.colonelstjames.com) Listen 7pm til 12Mid CT online at www.kkrw.com!

JAY WEAVER (D/FW-Hurst, TX) I enjoyed your story about Jerry Lee Lewis, I think the guy has been under rated for years because his of his temperamental manner. No argument from me that he is the greatest piano player that ever played country music - probably most any music. When you hear him play, you know it's him. My wife and I started going to see Jerry Lee in 1966 when he would appear at Panther Hall in Fort Worth about once every two months. We continued going to see him - never missing a date until the early 70's. We believe we hold the world record on the "Number of times to see Jerry Lee live". When he took his first break, Rhonda and I would go backstage to the dressing room and visit with him at every appearance he made. He used always tell her how beautiful she was and give her a hug. She loved it and he knew I didn't mind. He has been and still is my all time favorite performer. I hope you don't mind me sharing my Jerry Lee story with you.

MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Jim, the mention of the "other" Ron Rice reminds me. I was doing 7-midnight at WFAA clear channel 820 in Dallas where you and I worked together briefly and I had a call from Buddy Holiday, then the PD of KPRC radio. He said he had an afternoon drive slot opening and I (had) been recommended to him by Bill Enis, who was Sports Director at KPRC-TV. Bill had been my PD when we were at KFJZ in Fort Worth, my home town, in 1964-65. I sent a couple of tapes and at Buddy's invitation drove down to Houston one Sunday afternoon for a job interview. He hired me and I started 4-7 on Labor Day weekend, 1969, delighted to finally get off nights and work afternoon drive. Since KIKK-AM signed off at sundown, KPRC figured they could pick up the country audience, so Charlie Brown (David Perkins) and Ron Rice played C&W from 7 till Tim and Bob came on in the early morning. That lasted for about six months. When they decided to let David go, Buddy offered me two choices: I could move from 4-7 to his 7-midnight shift, or I could leave. Since I had just moved my new family to Houston, I chose the job. Buddy was fired a bit after that, replaced by Buzz Lawrence from Denver, who fired everybody, including Bob Presley who later went on the become Sales Manager for KILT AM/FM. I was told by Buzz that, after two audition tapes and ten months of doing a radio show on his station, The Colonel, Jack Harris, "didn't like my voice" Tim and Bob stayed, who were, I assumed, indispensable and I believe Ron also survived on the all night show. Not long after that Ron tried his hand at running a retail store, selling TVs and I wound up selling consumer electronics for Home Entertainment, later acquired by Tweeter of Boston. Glad to hear your good medical news and thanks for keeping us up on the radio news. Mike Marshall, Houston

RON RICE times two in TX radio only about 300 miles apart is mighty confusing. From 1971-72 I'm a newscaster on the then Country KBOX-1480 and E-Z Listening KTLC FM in my hometown Dallas under the legendary Joe Long who has a magnificent voice. His son, John Long, who lives in Detroit, MI subscribes to JRRR and is an occasional contributor. The Dallas Ron Rice, who remains on KBOX-1480 after its switch from Top 40 to Country is the PD during my time there. In 1973, I apply to John Barger for a newscaster position on KRLD-1080. As I head to my car to leave I see Ron Rice who gets out of his car in the parking area. He is on the KRLD-1080 sales staff at the time. Not long after that, Ron dies in a head-on car collision on Park Lane over near KBOX-1480 where we once are behind the mic. How about that?

TRIVIA ANSWER: Soul singer Sam Cooke turns down Travelin' Man which becomes a #1 hit for Ricky Nelson in 1961 and sells over a half million copies.

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Hey, Jim...may I add my CONGRATS to all the others on your wonderful good news about your potential health challenge...see? prayer and healing thoughts really DO positively affect the outcome of threats to our health. Miracles happen every day, and your healthy results are certainly your Miracle to claim and give thanks for. Like St. Paul admonished us, "Pray without ceasing..." I Thessalonians 5:17...again, wonderful, wonderful news, Jim... And more good news in the form of president B. Hussein Obama, who has publicly stated that he is not in favor of reinstating the 'Unfairness Doctrine'...plus, however, 'Piranha' Pelosi and several other Democrat socialists want to exhume the monster, when it would be best for all concerned if the unworkable beast remains entombed in radio's 'Crypt of Infamy' until the twelfth of never... Again...my best, my friend and continued blessings for your life and health. Dan McCurdy - Charlie Brown, Dan Patrick: KLIF, KBOX-Dallas; WMEX-Boston; inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004. "The lion and the lamb will lie down together. But the lamb won't get much sleep." - Woody Allen

WILL ROGERS (November 4, 1879-August 15, 1935) Things ain't what they used to be and probably never was.

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February 20, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #624

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

IRAN BLOCKS WEB SITES

In its latest efforts to control the media, Iranian authorities block access to the Farsi websites of international media Radio France Internationale (RFI) and Deutsche Welle (DW). BBC's Farsi service, Voice of America (VOA) and U.S.-funded Radio Farda already receive a block in Iran. Reporters Without Borders, Paris-based media rights group, condemns the latest censorship, Most of the sites contain articles critical of the government and President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

FILM STAR'S DOGGIE DIES

Movie actor Mickey Rourke's cherished and faithful Chihuahua Loki passes away this week at 17. Mickey takes Loki with him just about everywhere and that includes the red carpet in September 2008 at the Venice Film Festival to promote his latest movie The Wrestler. Rourke says that his sweet doggie spends her last moments in his arms, Loki is deeply missed but with me in spirit. I am very blessed she fell asleep peacefully in my arms. Loki is 17 when she dies around 5 am Tuesday, February 17, 2009. I sort of self-destructed and everything came out about fourteen years ago or so...the wife had left, the career was over, the money was not an ounce. The dogs were there when no one else was there. Loki's daddy Beau Jack dies in 2002. We doggie lovers definitely know the trauma that Mickey Rourke goes through in the loss of his little friend Loki.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What founder of a well-known 1960s Rock group co-writes Gary Lewis and the Playboys' hit This Diamond Ring? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CBS RADIO flips Rhythmic AC KMVK FM (Movin 107.5) Dallas, TX to Spanish-language Hot AC as Mega 107.5-FM. Rumors circulate about more CBS Radio changes. •KLSX FM CBS Radio Talk (97.1) Los Angeles, CA switches to Amp Radio 97.1 playing All The Hits. Jack Silver KLSX PD leaves the building along with the rest of the KLSX airstaff. •RENDA BROADCASTING switches Rhythmic AC WMUV FM (Movin 100.7) Jacksonville, FL to Classic Country Legends 100.7. •TOM CUDDY VP/Programming of Hot AC WPLJ FM and Citadel's FM stations resigns after with WPLJ since 1990 and Citadel since 1980.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ELVIS PRESLEY makes his first national TV appearance on The Dorsey Brothers' Stage Show on January 28th when he sings Shake, Rattle And Roll. •1960 JOHN CRAWFORD bassist-keyboards with Electro-Pop group Berlin born on January 17th. •1970 SIR PAUL MCCARTNEY announces the breakup of The Beatles on April 10th. •1985 RIKA ISHIKAWA Japanese pop vocalist with Morning Musume born on January 19th. •1998 HAL KETCHUM marries Gina Pacconi at the Grace Methodist Church, in Austin, TX. •2002 JUAN GARCIA ESQUIVEL Mexican band leader-pianist-composer dies on January 20th.

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MITCH PHILLIPS (Parkland, FL) Hope you are well Jim, I see you've been at this rodeo for quite awhile. Congrats!

ROBIN MARSHALL (NYC-Commack, NY) Subject: HAPPY BIRTHDAY! you are a sweetheart! Thank you for thinking of me. Robin Marshall, President, Marshall Arts Communications, Inc. (www.RobinMarshall.com) / (www.JayneFM.com)

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JAY WEAVER (D/FW-Hurst, TX) Subject: The Other Ron Rice. The other Ron Rice was nicely "covered" by David Perkins a few issues back. He worked with David at KBUY in Fort Worth for a few years and from there went to KPRC in Houston to do the all night show. He stayed at KPRC until 1979 and left to pursue other interests. In the late 90's he went to work as new home salesman in Houston where he makes his living today. He and his wife, Jeri, have four beautiful daughters. I'm proud to say that just last week Ron and Jeri spent the night at our house with me and my wife, Rhonda and the rest of my family, on their way to (driving their new motor home) up to Lake Texoma for some leisure time with some of their families. Ron looks great and sounds as good as he ever has even though he said "good-bye" to radio 30 years ago.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Jim; I remember Jay Thomas from my early days at KLOL (1973-74). I encountered him again at KPEZ in Austin in the early '90s. He came in as a part timer. He contacted me again in 1998 about creating a new station for Houston, at 97.1 FM. We put together some ideas, but before his people could nail down the frequency, Steve Hicks and Capstar swooped in and snapped it up. I always enjoyed Jay. I'm not sure what's become of him since, but I presume he's still living in Austin. BTW- I was walking home from the tire store the other day, and took a short cut past the back of the Arlington Re-Sale shop. They had put several boxes of 8-track tapes by the back door. I asked the woman what they were going to do with them. She said they were going to the dumpster. I asked if I could have them. She said yes. So I took them home. 100 tapes, including a bunch of Willie Nelson, some Chet Atkins, and at least one Barry Manilow. I've never had an 8 track player, but what the heck. In the box I also found a pneumatic grinder and a roll of shrink wrap. I guess if I get tired of them, I can always wrap them in plastic then grind them up... bc

TOM ASWELL (Denham Springs, LA) Jim, Pelican Publishers has placed my book on amazon.com for pre-orders. The link is below and attached is the cover and the legend for photo IDs. Any help would be appreciated. Tom Aswell (www.amazon.com/Louisiana-Rocks-True-Genesis-Rock/dp/1589806778/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1234999283&sr=1-3) Also, the legend attachment has lettered cutouts that correspond to the individuals pictured. They are: A. Jean Knight; B. John Fred; C. Percy Sledge; D. Jerry Lee Lewis; E. Irma Thomas; F. Dale Hawkins; G. Ernie K-Doe; H. Dale and Grace; I. Clarence "Frogman" Henry; J. Robert Parker; K. Phil Phillips; L. Cosimo Matassa; M. Jimmy Clanton. tom

JERRY LEE LEWIS is a prima donna is what I hear but when he comes to Randy's Rodeo in San Antonio in 1969 when I'm PD/MD/PM Drive DJ on KBUC FM-AM, during his break he treats me like royalty. Like we are long lost friends. The SAPD photographer snaps a photo of Jerry Lee Lewis with his arm around my shoulders. Another time he quickly enters the KBUC reception area. I see him and wave him on into the KBUC control room. We finish out the rest of my show as we talk back and forth like we are good ole buddies. So my impression of Jerry Lee Lewis is that he is a great guy plus I love every song he ever records. Clarence Frogman Henry's big hit I'm Just A Lonely Frog is one of my all time favorites that I instantly love the first time that I hear it on KLIF-1190. Never dream that one day I will also be on the Mighty 11-90 in my home town - Dallas, TX. Phil Phillips' Sea of Love still mesmerizes my soul as one of my all time favorites. Jean Knight's Mr. Big Stuff, Percy Sledge's When A Man Loves A Woman, plus the rest of the great recording artists never will leave my memories. When I'm a DJ on 50,000 watt clear channel WFAA-820 in Dallas, TX from 1967-68 it is my happy privilege to air John Fred and the Playboys Rocker Judy In Disguise (With Diamonds). These are wonderful memories of what radio used to be and still can be. I'm ready, anxious and very willing.

JOHN PICKERING (VICKY) (Houston, TX) On Monday, February 23, 2009, Texas State Senator Robert Duncan and the Texas Senators will honor the music and writing of Texas-born singers, songwriters, and authors John Pickering, Bob Lapham and the late Bill Pickering, members of the trio "The Picks". They are the primary backup singers for Buddy Holly and the Crickets. The reading of the Resolution will be at 1:30 in the Texas State Capital Building in Austin, TX. If you are in the area, you are invited to attend. John Pickering - Houston, TX; Bob Lapham - Abilene, TX (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Al Kooper who is the founder of Blood, Sweat and Tears is one of the co-writers of Gary Lewis and the Playboys' hitThis Diamond Ring.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Hey, congrats on the negative diagnosis from the prostatic carcinoma. As you know that disease has taken a lot of lives, including Frank Zappa among others. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Hi Jim, Just read today's newsletter and the wonderful news concerning your prostate tests! Negative is such a Positive in these situations! Now celebrate the good news with Tejas and some lime sherbert for you both! Dean (www.cmtcountry.com) / (http://cmtcountry.com/)

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Hey Jim...Congratulations on the results of your biopsy. I had one several years ago. The Dr. removed nine plugs from my prostate by the time he got to number six, I was telling him how many he had to go. And, like yours, thank God, there was no cancer. Take care of yourself. Don't sit on any rocks. Lol. Mike

BARNEY FIFE (The Andy Griffith Show) Nip it!

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February 18, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #623

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

ROCK STAR IS MISSING

On August 1, 2008 singer Gerry Rafferty leaves St Thomas Hospital in London after treatment for liver disease but no one sees him for at least 6 months. His friends fear for his safety. The last information that we have is that he checks into a hotel after he leaves all of his belongings at the hospital. The 61-year-old Scottish born Rafferty has a bad case of liver failure and is in constant need of medical attention. In the mid 1960s, Gerry's first band is The Humblebums but they find no success. We remember that in 1972 Rafferty forms Stealers Wheel and has a huge hit with Stuck In The Middle With You. The tune also finds its way in the movie Reservoir Dogs. In 1978, Gerry has his biggest album City To City that features the classic hit Baker Street. The album sells 5.5 million copies. A missing persons report is on file but his whereabouts remain unknown. Our prayers are that Gerry Rafferty returns safely.

CONGRESSMAN GREG WALDEN (R-OR) in his 6th term for his state's 2nd district plays a key role to introduce the Broadcaster Freedom Act which is legislation that makes sure the Fairness Doctrine never returns. The Congressman shares his views on the issue plus the current feelings on Capital Hill at the Talk Radio Seminar.

MILEY NOT SMILEY

TMZ Alerts reports that a Los Angeles woman files a class action suit against teen idol Miley Cyrus that claims she mocks Asians in a recent photo when she slants her eyes. Price tag: $4 billion. Miley is the daughter of Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus who gives us that unforgetable 1992 hit Achy Breaky Heart which lands at #1 on the Country charts and crosses over to Billboard's Pop survey at #4.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the captain of Elvis Presley's airplane Hound Dog 2? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Robin Marshall (Fresh FM 102.7-NYC) on Tuesday, February 17, 2009. •RANDI RHODES Conservative talk show host remains off the air as we confirm by Nova M website co-founder Anita Drobny. Anita issues no details but does say the absence is Rhodes' choice. Stay tuned to this bat channel. •AIR AMERICA liberal radio network appoints Scott Elberg as chief revenue officer. Lory George puts focus on digital sales, Terry Howard is new account manager. •WKYC TV Gannett's NBC outlet in Cleveland, OH now pools video coverage of news events with competitor Raycom CBS WOIO TV. It's a sign of our times.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 KAZUMASA AKIYAMA Japanese guitarist born on January 17th. •1967 EDDY ARNOLD attends a special White House dinner on February 14th at the request of President Lyndon's daughter Lynda Bird Johnson but barely makes it in time because he gets stuck in the elevator. •1971 JON WYSOCKI drummer with hard rock band Staind born on January 17th. •1986 THE JUDDS Rockin' With The Rhythm is their 2nd Gold album on February 12th. •2006 RASCAL FLATTS' Feels Like Today" is their 1st Quadruple-Platinum album on February 13th.

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JIM DE YONG (San Luis Obispo,CA) I'm at the same email address I've always had. Do I need to do something to get the "non-skeleton" version or will that be done automatically now that we've communicated? Now go to bed, man, it's late in Texas.

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Just read on-line Huntington, WVA Herald Dispatch of death of my ole friend, Odey Crabtree in San Antonio on Feb. 13, 2009. Can you get me some details or obit from Express-News? His wife, Helen wrote me over Xmas holidays about his sad state of health. Just asked Glen Daniels if he could likewise get me some info. Appreciate your help, as I knew you would know facts. Many thanks, BOB & Sonny Lee.

DEAN DANIELS (Dallas-Lewisville, TX) Hi Jim, Odey Crabtree passed away on Friday Feb. 13th. Odey was 72 years old. He had an illustrious career in radio and television including hosting a morning television show in Huntington, WV for several years in the 60's before moving to San Antonio, TX and joining the sales team at KBUC radio. Odey left KBUC to form Mark VII Advertising Agency with my father Glenn Daniels in 1972. Odey grew that business into a successful player in the SA agency business, eventually branching out into full production and editing. Odey "retired" a few years ago and called San Antonio his home for over 30 years. The funeral will be Thursday, Feb. 19th. Dean (http://cmtcountry.com/)

ODEY CRABTREE is on the sales staff while I am Program Director/Music Director/PM Drive DJ on KBUC FM-AM in 1970 in San Antonio, TX. Dean's dad Big Daddy Glen Dean Daniels is our AM Drive air personality. We are very good friends. Odey is a fine tribute to all who are in radio ad sales. A real fine guy with a great personality. So very sad to hear of his passing. Once again, when one reaches the age of 65 as I do on November 16, 2008 we lose so many of our friends. Our prayers go out to Odey's family in this urgent time of need. On Tuesday, February 10, 2009 I have a biopsy to determine if I have a prostate cancer. Do not wish a biopsy on my worst enemies. On Tuesday, February 17th I return to the urologist for the results. The proud doctor enters my room with a huge smile on his face when he proclaims there is no cancer.

BILLY THORMAN (Ft. Worth, TX) Legendary San Antonio radio salesman Charlie Guajardo has passed away. Neighbors found him in his home last week. I heard about it on Friday from Jim Carter. Mark Carillo might be able to fill you in on the details. b

GARY HELMS (Houston-Deer Park, TX) Hey Friends! I'd like to invite you all out to the 20th annual Cotton Gin Festival in Beautiful Burton, Texas. This year the fun really gets rocking with the sounds of popular artists that are sure to get the joint jumpin! Don’t miss: GARY HELMS, JOHNNY DEE & THE ROCKET 88’S, TEXAS UNLIMITED BAND, RANDY ROGERS BAND and LARRY JOE TAYLOR. Call in and request Gary Helms Music at The Texas Mix KTWL 105.3 Hempstead/Tomball/Magnolia and 94.1 KLTR Brenham. Listen for Gary Helms LIVE in studio interview with KLTR’s Matt Mathews Wednesday February 18th at noon. Also listen for the replay of the interview on KLTR 94.1 FM and The Texas Mix 105.3 FM. To hear great music and for for ticket information and directions, please go to: www.cottonginfestival.com Thanks and we’ll see you there! TBG Entertainment www.reverbnation.com/label/tbgentertainment

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Jim, Fond memories when Molly Bee came to Houston in 1974 to work one of her records (Right or left at Oak Street) We went out to the old Vagabond club (where I had a Wednesday gig) to do some drinking & smoozing and she drank me under the table. Great Lady & Great fun and a fond memory from my early KENR days. Dr. Bruce

MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) The KBOX Ron Rice (Ronald Lee Rice) you all are thinking of was killed on Friday, August 17, 1973 in a head-on collision in Dallas, off Park Lane just east of Preston Rd. He was just 33 and left behind a wife and five daughters. Ron was living in Wills Point, TX (about 35 miles east of Dallas) and was a native of Memphis, TN. At the time of his death, he was an account executive at KRLD-AM in Dallas, and had started there in February, 1973. He was an announcer and later program director at KBOX, and worked there from 1964-72. The Country Music Association chose Ron as Music Director of the Year in 1971 for his work at KBOX. Mike Shannon, Dallas, TX (www.knus99.com/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: The captain of Elvis Presley's airplane Hound Dog 2 is Milo High.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) In 1954, I didn't know that Jimmy Burton ever recorded as a solo artist back in those days. I will see if I can find anything on Google and buy one of his CDs. Jimmy was featured big in the PBS special "Elvis Live" . They show Elvis on a big TV screen while his original band and backup singers played live along with Elvis' singing on tape. I recorded it and I hope I can find it and watch it again. I'd lose my *** if there was a way. Yes, I know what you mean about pushy people wanting you to play someone's record. I once played a record of a local artist and one of his girl friends who hadn't even listened to the station called up and gave me.....for "not" playing it. I told him to take care of her or I would never play it again. Even after he told her the stupid....wouldn't give up and kept insisting that I hadn't played it and it was a lot better than the other records I was playing. There was a local artist in Houston that had a mild hit but his next record was crappy and no one would play it so he went to Marvin Zindler about it. Marvin didn't know about radio or the music business and made some stupid remark about "everybody deserves a chance at a start" as a recording artist. Of course, you don't get a "start" with a....record.

PETER FALK [Lt. Columbo] (September 16, 1927-p) Just one more thing...

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February 16, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #622

HAPPY PRESIDENTS' DAY!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PLANE CRASH KILLS MANGIONE BAND MEMBERS

The tragic Continental Flight 3407 airplane crash on Friday, February 12, 2009 near Buffalo, NY takes the lives of two members of Jazz great Chuck Mangione's band. Gerry Niewood plays both sax and flute with Mangione since the early 70s. Also with Liza Minnelli, Grover Washington Jr, Patti Austin and Simon and Garfunkel. Guitarist Coleman Mellett joins Chuck's band in 1998. Chuck Mangione's Web site opens with these words, I'm in shock over the horrible, heartbreaking tragedy of the crash of Flight 3407 which took the lives of my dear friends and band members Gerry Niewood and Coleman Mellett. I am grieving and praying with their families and friends. That's all I can say for now. (www.chuckmangione.com/)

AR TV NEWS GOES 1 HOUR

KTHV-TV CH11 Gannett CBS affiliate in Little Rock, AR begins a full hour-long newscast from 6-7 pm. Larry Audas, KTHV TV President/GM, says that it debuts the new half-hour extended newscast on April 6, 2009. He justifies the move to draw viewers who return home late from work. Audas clarifies, We've developed some very strong news content and an excellent following in the area, and we look forward to offering them a 6:30 pm newscast. Larry says this is not a repeat of the 6 pm newscast. He also insists that KTHV TV does not mimic a new hour-long 7 pm newscast on competitor KARZ-TV CH42. No mention if KTHV TV adds personnel for this additional 30 minute newscast. Recently Gannett asks all non-contract employees to take 1 week of unpaid leave during Q1 as part of a companywide mandate.

CLINT EASTWOOD

At the Santa Barbara Film Festival we hear the announcer shout: And the winner of the Modern Master Award is Clint Eastwood! Clint acts in and directs his latest film Gran Torino which grosses more than any of his other movies. At press time Eastwood has two more motion pictures underway. Salute!

TRIVIA QUESTION: Where does the inspiration come for Janis Ian to write her hit At Seventeen? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•SUPER BOWL TV sales events boost retail income in January 2009 as it eliminates a temporary glut of flat-panel plasma and LCD HDTV sets. •ZAC DAVIS afternoon DJ on Clear Channel WRDU FM (The Rooster 106.1) Raleigh-Wilson, NC adds APD/MD duties. (zacdavis@clearchannel.com) •DAVE CHACHI DENES longtime PD of Hot AC KBIG FM (MYFM 104.3) Los Angeles, CA exits in the Clear Channel monsoon of B-Cs in January 2009. •JON MANDEL top Madison Avenue exec exits his post as president of NielsenConnect after 2 years as the unit phases out. •HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Mike Shuping who is 65 on February 17, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 NEIL SIMPSON bass player with Climax Blues Band (Couldn't Get It Right #3-1977) born on January 6th. •1967 LORETTA LYNN's album Don't Come Home A'Drinkin' releases on Decca records on February 13th. •1973 SEAN PAUL Jamaican Reggae singing star born on January 8th. •1981 CHARLY MCCLAIN's Who's Cheatin' Who is her only #1 Country single on February 14th. •1999 MELBA DORETTA LISTON trombone/composer/musical arranger dies on April 23rd. •2006 DIAMOND RIO begins a 10-day tour of South Korea on February 14th where they entertain American troops at Kunsan Air Force Base.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) Jim, I returned to the Odessa area and when Paul Lancaster (Roger Collins) departed for Phoenix (eventually San Francisco) I programmed KBZB radio --again! My second tour of duty. Fast forward --KIKK was my first Houston radio station. I did Afternoon Drive news for Joe Ladd, already a legend. His face was on KIKK billboards all over town.The year was 1973. KIKK AM and FM were still in the old building, which, as I recall, was just west of the only tall building in Pasadena. I remember Harvey T very well. The FM control room was in the same building, upstairs, down the hall near the back door. One day, I looked into the AM control room and saw Larry Gatlin hanging out with Ladd. Gatlin saw me and came into the news room. We got caught up. After playing football for the Houston cougars, Gatlin had made his way to Nashvillle and **** near starved to death. Somehow, he met up with Kris Kristofferson and Rita Coolidge whom he credited with having opened some doors for him. He told me that he owed them a lot. This was not the arrogant ******* that some had thought him to be back in Odessa. The kid had grown up. Gatlin can be heard on the Kris and Rita LP --"Jesus Was a Capricorn". The cut "Help Me" is Gatlin. Hope this is some help. Sincerely, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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DADE MOORE (Houston-Aldine, TX) Subject: WDDT? Jim, What were you talking about in your paper a while back with WDDT Radio in 2008? A lot of those people were my family members and are now dead. See www.wddt.com also see greenville mississipi. http://members.cox.net/brsmith6/greenville2.html I worked there with two other people John Cook and Frank Childs and came back home in the 80's to Houston to work at www.93q.fm John Cook's father was the Late Jay Cook who also started at wddt in the 1950's was the president of 93Q KKBQ Houston. Gee I wonder how our young little butts got our jobs? Funny. Dade see google around 9/10/08 (www.google.com/custom?domains=www.angelfireradio.com&client=pub-9997537522266483&forid=1&ie=ISO-8859-1&oe=ISO-8859-1&cof=GALT%3A#008000%3BGL%3A1%3BDIV%3A#336699%3BVLC%3A663399%3BAH%3Acenter%3BBGC%3AFFFFFF%3BLBGC%3A336699%3BALC%3A0000FF%3BLC%3A0000FF%3BT%3A000000%3BGFNT%3A0000FF%3BGIMP%3A0000FF%3BLH%3A50%3BLW%3A367%3BL%3Ahttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.angelfire.fm%2Fsfg.gif%3BS%3Ahttp%3A%2F%2F%3BFORID%3A1&hl=en&q=wddt+radio&sitesearch=) (www.dade.cc) (www.angelfireradio.com) (www.rockandroll.fm)

JRRR Issue #555 September 12, 2008 [Friday] has an email from Dr. Bruce Nelson with information about WDDT-900 in Greenville, MS. In JRRR Issue #558 September 19, 2008 [Friday] Jim Spurlock responds about WDDT-900. Here's what I know about WDDT-900. Its last format is Gospel Connection. WDDT-900's technical status: currently off the air; AM station hours of operation unlimited; antenna mode non-directional - 1 pattern; daytime power 1000 watts; nighttime power 109 watts.

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Subject: WDDT? Jim, I e-mailed Dade thru his web site and never heard back. But I have several top 40 surveys from the Delta Democrat Times. I worked at WDDT shortly after getting out of the Army and then moved on to WTUP in Tupelo. The Delta Democrat Times was a very liberal paper in favor of integration and the radio station being affiliated with the newspaper used to get a bomb threat every now an then from the Klan but we took it i stride and joked about it. I was the PD under the name of "Phil Harmonic" and the rest of the line-up was Varnell Lee Mid-days and Larry Dee 3pm to sign off (no night time power at the time) Jimmy Carr was on the sales staff at the time and John Gibson over saw radio and the newspaper. The station and newspaper were housed in the same building at the time and Hodding Carter who was to be part of Jimmy Carters' administration (I think) was just a kid who loved to hang out with us jocks...Dr Bruce

BARRY KAYE (Mason-Art, TX) Hey Dude, Didn't sell my ranch. I had 3 lots on the golf and city park here in Mason. I still live at the ranch in Art, Texas. I might be moving to Houston in a couple of months. Hope all is well. Will get in touch and come visit when I get to Houston. BK

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Jim: Rocky Davis was a wildman. Hauled gas by day, jocked at night. I don't know when and if he slept, but he never seemed to have a bad day. He was always nice to me, but I never really knew him personally. He actually came into the studio wearing his Shamrock gas-hauling clothes every night that I was there. I have trouble staying awake in a movie, even when I know Anne Hathaway is going to get nekkid. This guy was amazing. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Janis Ian reads an article about a debutante in the New York Times which inspires her to write her hit At Seventeen. The song rises to #3 in the summer of 1975 and remains on the Billboard chart for 20 weeks.

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Jimbo. I'll remember to ask them to contact you in the future if they'd like to be added to your wonderful letter. Actually the Ron Rice on KBUY and KPRC is not related to the Ron Rice on KBOX (I didn't know him.) But strange as it seems that is both their real names not airnames. You'll have to ask Ron (in Sugarland) if he and the other Ron Rice ever met. You and Tejas take it easy, breezy. Like a fried catfish on a blue plate special, you're lookin' good, kid! David

GEORGE PEPPARD (October 1, 1928-May 8, 1994) I love it when a plan comes together. (as Col. John Hannibal Smith in NBC TV's The A-Team from January 23, 1983 to December 30, 1986)

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February 13, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #621

TEJAS AND I WISH YOU A HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TODAY IS FRIDAY THE 13TH

Many times radio and TV stations and businesses feature Friday the 13th as a special day for big sales and sometimes special events. We do not have Friday the 13th very often. Superstitions about Friday the 13th are that it's a day of good or bad luck. The fear of Friday the 13th has a name, paraskavedekatriaphobia, that comes from the Greek words Paraskeví (Παρασκευή) which means Friday, dekatreís (δεκατρείς) that stands for thirteen and phobía (φοβία) which symbolizes fear. This is a form of triskaidekaphobia which is a simple phobia (fear) of the number thirteen also known as friggatriskaidekaphobia. Sounds like a bunch of big words that our new president might use to tantalize his cult of followers. Most of us believe that Friday the 13th is just a day for us to look forward to an enjoyable weekend. We do hope that you have a safe, successful and wonderful Friday the 13th.

DTV DELAY

America's new president signs a bill that extends TV's switch to digital broadcasts from February 17, 2009 to June 12th. But almost 40% of the TV stations still want the early DTV date. Millions of us viewers in the USA are still not ready for America's switch to digital TV. But over 500 full-power TV stations across the land prepare to go ahead and drop traditional over-the-air broadcasts on Tuesday, February 17th. The FCC tells us that 190 TV stations already stop analog service or they plan to do so before the original magic date. Plus another 491 TV stations plan to go digital early. But they have to wait for the FCC's green light to proceed.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In what successful TV show does Pop singer Leslie Gore (It's My Party #1-summer 1963) play a role? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WVIV FM (La Kalle 103.1) Univision Radio Chicago-Highland Park, IL drops Latin pop for Spanish oldies Recuerdo. •ANDREW JEFFRIES PD of Clear Channel Hot AC KIOI FM (Star 101.3) San Francisco, CA adds PD duties of sister Hot AC KBIG FM (MYFM 104.3) Los Angeles to fill the open chasm. •WEWS TV Feedback5 Scripps ABC affiliate in Cleveland, OH uses Skype technology with an HD camera on top of their mobile news unit to show snow covered highways during the morning news. •AIR AMERICA opens a sales office in Washington, D.C. in 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 GEORGE JONES writes Red Sovine & Webb Pierce's Why Baby Why which hits #1 on the Billboard Country chart on February 11th. •1965 RANDY THURMAN jazz guitarist-singer-composer born on January 5th in Rockwood, TN. •1975 WILLIE NELSON records Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain at Autumn Sound in Garland, TX on February 9th. •1982 ADDIE HARRIS vocals with the Shirelles dies at 42 on June 10th. •1992 JOHN ANDERSON's album Seminole Wind releases on BNA records on February 11th. •2004 RUDI MAUGERI Canadian Radio DJ-baritone singer with the Crew Cuts dies on May 7th.

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LEE ANDERSON (McAlester, OK) We had ice last week here...was 17 this morning..but lots of sun right now warming up..now 36...I keep seeing posts from George Lester. Just wondering if he is the same George Lester that was with KTSA in the early 60's. I was one of the weekend DJ's on KBER when it first went on the air. I did Sat and Sun Mornings on KBER and remember him making a record or 2. He called me a few times trying to get me to play his record. I don't remember if we ever played it or not...slept too many times since then. I guess i need to e mail him. You are doing a great service to radio..keep up the good work. Lee

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Molly Bee, the Oklahoma teen country singer from the 50's, has died @ 69 in Oceanside, CA. Cause not listed, but she had been reported in bad health for months. Molly first sang @ 10 on Rex Allen's radio show in Phoenix & later had her own show on KCNA, Tucson. At age 13, she hit the charts in 1952 with the novelty song,"I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus," also a hit for 12 year old Jimmy Boyd. Molly later appeared on KXLA & KLAC-TV, Los Angeles, & made tours with Bob Hope. She also made one film with Gene Autry, "Tennessee Tango." I had the great opportunity to interview Molly Bee, along with Jerry Colonna (1904-1986) & Bob Hope (1903-2003) all at the same time on WTVT-TV, Tampa about Oct.,1958. (I had met them earlier at the Ohio State Fair!). Col. Robert Hanger

MOLLY BEE is born Molly Gene Beachboard on August 18, 1939 in Oklahoma City, OK. She grows up in Tennessee and Arizona before her family moves to Los Angeles when she is 11. During her career she appears in several movies and records popular records like her 1952 hit I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus. Only 9 years old at the time but I remember the tune as if it is just yesterday. Where I remember Molly Bee the most is when she plays Pinky Lee's sidekick on The Pinky Lee Show which is one of our favorite TV children's programs in the Fabulous Fifties. Actress Beverly Washburn tells the AP, She just had this kind of down-home quality about her. There was nothing phony about her, it was all real, and everyone loved her. Molly's manager, Rick Saphire, tells the AP that she dies at 69 on Saturday, February 7, 2009 at an Oceanside, CA hospital after she suffers a stroke. Difficult to believe that Molly Bee plus our other favorite sho-biz personalities from our lifetimes are no longer with us. Paul McCartney's hit tune When I'm 64 comes to mind almost all the time but in my case flip the 64 to a 65.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Pop singer Leslie Gore plays Pussycat in two episodes of the 1960s Batman TV series.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Jim: I think I remember Marcos from my days at KXOL. The guy he was talking about who was training him was Rocky Davis. He was a really nice fellow that was a loyal Tom Turner employee. In fact, he was about as loyal as it gets in radio. Harrell Banks did not have the authority to fire Rocky. You talk about a solid employee, this guy had it made. In my months there, he was never late, never in a bad mood and never disloyal to his listeners. In that day and time for KXOL, that is MONSTER credibility. I lasted the summer of 77 then went to Texarkana where I could make a HUGE sum of money: $600 a month. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Hey Jim...Ii touched my heart when I read about Jeff Cunningham's cat dying. Late last month my Chihuahua, Peanut, died. He was given to my dad in May or June of 1995. He was just a puppy. Dad passed away in January of 2000. I had Peanut longer than he did. Everytime I would visit dad, Peanut would bark and bark...until I got inside and seated. He did this so many times I started calling him "**** Dog". The name stuck...up until the day he died. But, that name didn't affect the love I had for him. I made an 8x10 enlargement of a good picture I took of Peanut, and it sits on a table right next to my recliner where he used to jump up in my lap. I miss him a lot. Give Tejas a big hug and a pat for me. If you don't mind, up-date me on your health situation. Later. Mike

BIOPSY

That is what the urologist calls what he and his cute nurse perform on my prostate on Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Have at least three words to describe the project: Ouch! Ouch! Ouch! But what the check out clerk says hurts even worse: $100! Appears that my Medicare HMO is close to no insurance at all.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Dear Jim, I just read Mike Hartman's joke about illegal use of a fire arm and...HA HA HA (Stopping to breath) HA HA HA (Passing out from lack of oxygen) HA HA HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA (thud!!!) Sincerely, George Lester

GARY HELMS is a local successful Country music singer and guitar picker here in Houston, TX who has a huge following. Gary performs at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo as well as the CRS Festival in Nashville, TN plus other festivals and shows. He also has a great Web newsletter. As Gomer Pyle says, Surprise! Surprise! What a pleasant surprise to read the kind words that Helms writes about yours truly. He piles on his praise so thick that it makes me blush. Gary also includes a copy of JRRR issue #618 in his Web newsletter. Below is what Helms writes in his latest Web offering. To subscribe: helmsgary@hotmail.com

GARY HELMS (Houston-Deer Park, TX) Subject: Radio Education You Don't Want To Miss! Hey Friends, I am taking a minute here to introduce you to one of today’s and yesterdays hottest radio Disk Jockey's and Programmers. His name is Jim Rose and I’m not going to go into my telling you everything I know about Jim, what I will say is his knowledge of radio, people, places, things in the business and happenings is why his newsletter is regarded as one of the industries best educational tools. You see for yourself, his resume is on his website about who all he worked with, for and still works with today. I am honored to have him as a friend and I’d like to share his newsletter with you also. I get asked a lot how I know so much about the business, well it’s Jim and people like him who have taken me in and taught me the ropes and with all the respect I have for them, I can honestly say I wish I had more to offer them and I thank you for all your help. -Gary

GEORGE CARLIN (May 12, 1937-Sunday, June 22, 2008) There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls.

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February 11, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #620

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

STRAIT WINS FIRST GRAMMY

One of the best-selling singers in Country music history has no Grammy Award. That is until Sunday night, February 8, 2009 on CBS TV. George Strait's album Troubadour wins the Best Country award. This is one of four of George's nominations at the awards show. Troubadour also is the Country Music Association’s album of the year. George's career covers almost three decades. He sells more than 62 million albums, plus male vocalist of the year five times by both the Academy of Country Music and the CMA. Strait also inducts into the Country Music Hall of Fame. George has more #1s than any other solo artist. In April 2009, the ACM honors George Strait as the Artist of the Decade. Salute!

CUMULUS CUTS

Budget cuts at Cumulus include: Frank Seres of WSM FM (The Wolf) Nashville, TN. (frankseres@bellsouth.net); Dave Steele exits after 8 years as PD/MD of WQXK FM Youngstown, OH. (steele@steeleimaging.com); Joey Dee PD-mornings on WLFF FM (The Wolf) Myrtle Beach, SC. (joeydee1065@yahoo.com) Steve Gramzay PD/afternoons at Cumulus WYOK FM Mobile, AL. (gramzay@bellsouth.net) Robert Lindsey OM of Cumulus Lexington, KY & PD of Talk WVLK-590 leaves. (lexky1957@yahoo.com) Jay Kersting morning host on Talk KLIK-1240 Jefferson City, MO is gone. (jay@jaykersting.com) Les Root News Director vanishes from the Flint, MI cluster. Also Brian Larsen News Director in Ann Arbor, MI. Luke DeWulf producer and afternoon co-host on Sports WTKA-1050. Matt LaCasse reporter on Talk KFRU-1400 Columbia, MO exits. (lacamat@gmail.com)

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who writes I Write The Songs which is a big hit for Barry Manilow? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DAN HALYBURTON of Halyburton Connected in Dallas, TX former Emmis and Susquehanna Radio vet is the new President of Dallas-based RadioTime. •MITCH DOLAN President of Citadel Major Market Station Group leaves the building on Monday, February 9, 2009. •JOHN DAVISON head of Citadel L.A. cluster leaves the building on Monday, February 9, 2009. •BOB MOORE former VP/GM KLSX FM (97.1) Los Angeles, CA replaces John Davison as the honcho of Citadel's L.A. cluster. •WESTWOOD ONE's The Billy Bush Show runs weeknights M-F 9 pm-midnight on Hot AC WPLJ FM (95.5) NYC beginning February 17, 2009.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 KIM WILSON frontman-harmonica with the Fabulous Thunderbirds born on January 6th. •1960 LIONEL CARTWRIGHT singer-songwriter-musician (Leap Of Faith #1-1991) born on February 10th in Gallipolis, OH. •1970 ROBERT FERTITTA American opera singer born on January 2nd. •1986 THE HIGHWAYMAN album certifies Gold on February 10th for Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson. •2005 MONTGOMERY GENTRY's video Gone and Toby Keith's Honkytonk U debut on CMT on February 10th.

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JIM ROSE (Grants Pass, OR) Jim, I keep reading that I produce a great radio newsletter...and I keep saying, "no, I don't". My nephew called and said he saw this...also I just received an email from Barbara Barri, whom I worked with at KZLA in Los Angeles, Ca. for about 10 years, with your newsletter attatched. L.A. Radio has us mixed up, I do believe. At any rate...great newsletter. I'm in Grants Pass, Oregon with recording studio and also work with Opus Broadcasting as Program Director of 1027 "The Drive" and "Hot" 989 as well as Opus Promotions. Keep up the great work. The other Jim Rose Worked in Jamestown, ND 1970; Rapid City, SD 3 months; KOIL, Omaha, Neb.; KRSI, Minneapolis, Minnesota (PD was Tac Hammer); Program Director and Afternoon Drive at KISN, Portland, Ore.; 1973-75 Afternoons at KPAM, Portland, Oregon; 1976-79 Afternoons at KYTE, Portland, Oregon; 1979-1983. Released an album while there...presently being bootlegged online...what's new? Trans Star, Los Angeles, Ca. 6 months. Afternoons at KZLA, Los Angeles, Ca. 1984-1992. Bill Mayne and Bob Guerra/Program Directors. Anyway, Good Luck!! Jim Rose (AFTRA-James Anthony Rose)

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DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Jim: I think I remember Marcos from my days at KXOL. The guy he was talking about who was training him was Rocky Davis. He was a really nice fellow that was a loyal Tom Turner employee. In fact, he was about as loyal as it gets in radio. Harrell Banks did not have the authority to fire Rocky. You talk about a solid employee, this guy had it made. In my months there, he was never late, never in a bad mood and never disloyal to his listeners. In that day and time for KXOL, that is MONSTER credibility. I lasted the summer of 77 then went to Texarkana. Jeff Cunningham, DC Kyle, TX (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

DON LOGAN (Shreveport-Benton, LA) Jim - Thank you for the plug in the newsletter. I was amazed when I heard from the son of Homer Odom who according to George Carlin's book, helped him get hired for his gig up east. The writer of the new book on Carlin is from the Boston area and sometimes writes for the Globe. Odom's son checks your newsletter from time to time and was overjoyed at seeing his dad's name in your tip-sheet. When I was contacted by the writer, there was some confusion between Don LOGAN and Homer ODOM, both of us having worked the Shreveport market. So, I told him I would try and help him find the real Homer Odom. I was sorry to hear from the son that Homer passed away some time back. But when Sullivan talks to the son, it will finally be corrected and down on paper. THANKS for what you do Jim! Sullivan will probably give you a plug in his book too. Visit my web-site: www.dandydonlogan.com NEW CD - SONG ABOUT DRY PRONG to be released early 2009! - Read a complete chapter on Dandy Don in the new book, Shreveport In Black and White.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Jim, I think of the other DJs I worked with and how well they have done since leaving radio. Re: Bob Sinclair had his own ad agency (now retired). Ricci Ware owned several race tracks and other interest. Big Daddy Glenn Dean had his advertising agency, recording studios and, according to his son, he is the founder of Country Music Television (CMT) network. I'm sure there are many more who have done just as well that I am not aware of. I've had a lot of fun. George Lester

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Indeed, it was David searching for KEXL that led him to JRRR and my e-mail address. He dropped me a line, which I picked up on. I sat on the CD for a couple of months, before tracking down Bobby Reyes. My first shot was to find another KEXL alum, Debbie Jecker, which led me to Carol Sowa, through the musicians association in S.A. I'm glad that Carol and Bobby are in the JRRR group, because they are good people, and have always treated me like gold. I treasure the other link-ups we've made, from Chapman Mott to Nick St. John. I hope there are many more to come. I'm just glad I still have a position in this screwy business. Bob

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#606-47) January 09, 2009 [Friday] Hey Jim...I hope your New Year got off to a great start. I just had to throw in this joke, after reading George Lester's "Striking A Medium". A woman was putting gas in her car, when she accidentally spilled some on her arm. After she finished she drove off, thoroughly disgusted over what had happened. Not thinking, she lit up a cigarette, which then ignited the gas on her arm. She thought quick, rolled her window down, stuck her arm out, and began waving it, trying to put the fire out. A policeman pulled her over and...you guessed it...wrote her up for the "Illegal use of a fire arm". Jim, with a joke like that, I better stick to singing. Take care, and give TEJAS a pat on the head for me. Mike

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Hi Jim: On the "Buddy Holly"story our mutual friend Bud Buschardt was the music consultant for the movie and he has some classic tales about it. I along with Mike Shannon interviewed him on the "Hi -Fi Club" on KMNY Sunday nights at 6pm a year ago. The grumblings in Dallas with George and Laura moving in "There for sure goes the neighborhood" and "First he goofs up the economy, now the traffic". Have a good one Ray

TRIVIA ANSWER: Bruce Johnson of The Beach Boys writes I Write The Songs. More than 200 artists record the tune with sales of more than 25 million copies.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday February 14th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday February 17th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

MARK TWAIN (November 30, 1835-April 21, 1910) No man's life, liberty, or property is safe while the legislature is in session.

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February 09, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #619

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

FAIRNESS IS UNFAIR

U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) suggess on Thursday, February 5, 2009 that the Senate will hold hearings in 2009 on what she calls the imbalance of political Talk radio. These words cause many responses from radio broadcast pros. Harve Alan, veteran Program Director, asks, Should it be the role of the federal government to insist that, if a station owner has a conservative Talk station they must also have a liberal one? Simply stated, no matter what your personal politics, we do not need or want the government to start making programming decisions. Jim Bohannon, Westwood One talk show host, replies, I can’t wait to watch Senator Stabenow enforce structural balance by requiring NPR affiliates to carry Michael Savage.

MCCARTNEY ON SIRIUS XM

To honor The Fireman - Sir Paul's alter ego - plus promote his new record album, Electric Arguments, Sirius XM Satellite Radio launches an exclusive Paul McCartney channel. He discusses The Fireman, plays tunes that cover his entire career and hosts a special fireside chat where he talks about music, politics, news and any other subject that pops into his head. The new Paul McCartney channel airs from Valentine’s Day, February 14 to March 13, 2009 on Sirius CH33 and XM CH27.

DREAMWORKS LEAVES UNIVERSAL

The race is on for DreamWorks to find another distributor to replace Universal Pictures. Just four months ago a deal comes about but later falls apart. Steven Spielberg and Stacey Snider who own DreamWorks are now close on a deal with Disney. This should help the embattled DreamWorks raise its mezzanine funds.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is Elvis Presley's best man at his wedding? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•PETER WEISSBACH Veteran talk host returns to KVI-570 Seattle, WA for a 5-6pm weeknight show beginning on February 9, 2009. •GREG TANTUM PD of Red Zebra Conservative Talk WTNT-570 Washington-Bethesda, MD adds Talk Radio Network syndicated host Mancow for AM Drive. •WWRC-1260 Washington switches from Progressive Talk to Business Talk on Monday, February 9, 2009. •ED SCHULTZ Progressive Talk host moves over from WWRC-1260 to WTNT-570 for the noon-3 pm spot. •GENE BATTAGLIA former WHAM-1180 Rochester sports reporter heads to Entercom Sports-Talk WROC-1280.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 BORIS BLANK keyboards-percussion-vocals-composer-arranger for computer-syntheizer trio Yello from Zurich, Switzerland born on January 15th. •1968 LISA MARIE PRESLEY born on February 1st to Elvis and Priscilla Presley at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN. •1970 BRENDAN O'HARE drummer with Teenage Fanclub born on January 16th in Glasgow, Scotland. •1982 JESSICA HARP a member of The Wreckers born on February 3rd in Kansas City, MO. •2006 SHANIA TWAIN receives a Gold single on February 3rd for Man! I Feel Like A Woman!

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LEE ANDERSON (McAlester, OK) I keep seeing posts from George Lester. Just wondering if he is the same George Lester that was with KTSA in the early 60's. I was one of the weekend DJ's on KBER when it first went on the air and remember him making a record or 2. Lee Anderson

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WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) Sheldon "Kappy" Kaplan passed away this morning. He had a stroke a couple of weeks ago and never really mad it back. Kappy hired me to do my first paid voice over back in 72 when I had just come to Houston and was working at KLYX on the SW Freeway. Kappy was in his 80's and we should all pray to grow old as graciously and gracefully as he did. RIP and I will miss the old buzzard. Sweet, sweet man I owe him much I could never repay.

DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) Jim: Just a note to let you know that my best friend, Cady the cat, passed away yesterday at the age of 16 1/2. She had cancer and there was nothing that could be done. My daughter and I are both devastated by the loss and I know you know how I feel. I just wanted to let you know to hug on Tejas every day. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) I had forgotten all about Mike Wolverton. Even now only the name rings a bell. I can't place a face to the name to save my neck. Jerry Franklin was the newsman I worked with in AM drive at KBER. Something just came to me as I am writing. I seem to recall his Bohemian type family. I think he invited my wife and me to spend an evening with them one time and they were strange people. He asked me if I would like a beer and I said yes. He poured me one small glass and put the bottle back in the refrigerator and that was it for the night. I was a real beer drinker then and that one glass of beer was worse than none. It just made me want more. Still, I might have the name mixed up with the person I have just described. Please tell me more about Mike Wolverton. George

LIZ HOUSTON PATRANELLA (Austin, TX) Subject: Spring DJ Reunion Lunch. Make your plans now to attend! San Antonio DJ Reunion Lonch Wednesday, March 11, 2009, 11:30 a.m. Sea Island Restaurant, I-10 North at Amerisuites Drive between Wurzbach and Huebner (on north side of I-10) San Antonio (210) 558-8989 Please remember: Our agreement for use of the private room is that attendees purchase a meal. Please be considerate of our hosts and order as you arrive. Reservations through me are required for attendees and their guests, so please R.S.V.P. A.S.A.P. Don’t miss this opportunity for all us old, former, retired and some still active San Antonio Broadcasters to get together, meet new friends, renew old friendships and share golden radio memories. Bring your old photos and memorabilia! We all want to see and share the memories! If you can't come, but would like a short message read to the group, email the message to me and I'll read it at the luncheon. Our thanks as always to Don Couser for making arrangements with Sea Island for our gatherings. And special thanks to Don "Skinny" Green for his continuing efforts to maintain and grow our S.A. Radio Roster. I look forward to seeing all my old friends again…and hopefully some who haven’t been able to join us before. I await your email replies! Liz Houston Patranella, KBAT 1966; KQXT 1968; KTSA 1968-69

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: One you can use. I had a really nice visit with Mason Williams the other night. I did a phone interview which I intend to edit and play on my Saturday morning news block on WBAP 820 AM, possibly this Saturday 1/24, probably at 7:45 am. We talked about Classical Gas, the Smothers Brothers, Roger Williams, John Hartford, the 'Them Poems' and his current endeavors. He still plays in Oregon, and within the last year made a trip to a gig in the Woodlands, which is in your area. He was very nice, and very sharp. He's an all time favorite of mine, especially the 'Tomato Vendetta' from the 5-song DaDa Trilogy, and his poem about censorship that closed the Smothers Brothers show, about how they leave you with "A Doily For Your Mind." Turns out he's a Texas boy, born in Abeline, and he attented U.N.T. when it was NTSU. Bob

MIKE CANNON (Houston-Woodlands, TX) Hey Jim, It was my pleasure. Thanks for the opportunity, I enjoyed our visit. And thanks for the info on Akitas as well. Tejas is certainly a beautiful and friendly girl. I can see why you are so crazy about her. Mike Cannon, Director of Broadcast Operations, Houston Astros Baseball Club

DAVID PERKINS (D/FW, TX) We were talking about the two Ron Rices Saturday. One, the one you knew was Ronald Lee Rice. He is now deceased. The one I know is Ronald Leon Rice. How close can you get. For years I thought the Ron Rice in Dallas had "stolen" the Ron Rice in Ft. Worth/Houston real name. But radio does play tricks on your senses. I'll give Ron your JRRR. Thought I had before but anyway, I'll do it again. How you gonna get all this chatter between us in your sheet? Ah, you're a good writer. You'll figure it out. The other Ron Rice's daughter is on the air? Where? That's kind of interesting. David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.jesuschristsaid.com/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Elvis Presley has two best men at his wedding, Joe Esposito and Marty Lacker.

DAN MCCURDY [Charlie & Harrington, Charlie Brown, Dan Patrick] (Sherman, TX) Jim...your quote from Ralph Nader reminded me of one of similar stripe I heard many years ago: "We will have solar energy as soon as the utility companies solve one technical problem: how to run a sunbeam through a meter." Anon. Best to you, Jim... Dan McCurdy Sherman, TX

WILL ROGERS (November 4, 1879-August 15, 1935) If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.

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February 06, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #618

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

JOHN UPDIKE DIES

Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist, John Updike, dies at 76 on Tuesday, January 27, 2009. John chronicles sex, divorce and other adventures in the postwar prime of the American empire. According to a statement from his publisher, Alfred A. Knopf, Updike, who is a resident of Beverly Farms, MA, dies of lung cancer. His books often appear on best-seller lists. John writes novels, short stories, poems, criticism, the memoir Self-Consciousness and even a famous essay about baseball pitching legend Ted Williams. Since his career begins in the 1950s, John Updike releases more than 50 books. He wins virtually every literary prize, that includes two Pulitzers for Rabbit Is Rich and Rabbit at Rest plus two National Book Awards.

COUNTRY CAPTURES GRAMMYS

Sunday’s Grammy Awards feature several Country music greats Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood and Alison Krauss plus crossover artists Kid Rock and Robert Plant. Sugarland and Taylor Swift also land performance spots on the awards show. Taylor performs with teen idol Miley Cyrus. Other performers include Coldplay, Jennifer Hudson, Jonas Brothers, Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl, U2, Katy Perry, Radiohead, Rihanna and Justin Timberlake. See the Grammy Awards on Sunday nite at 7 pm on CBS TV.

ROBERT D. NOVAK RETIRES

Due to health matters syndicated Conservative columnist Robert D. Novak permantly retires his Evans-Novak Political Report. The final issue is Thursday, February 5, 2009. Robert says in his latest email: Thankfully, my gifted deputy, Tim Carney, has ably filled the void for the past few months. However, with the election and the inauguration behind us, and after much thought and deliberation with my publisher, we have decided that it is time to retire the Evans-Novak Political Report. As you might imagine, this was an extremely difficult decision for me, and one I did not make lightly. It has been an honor to report on American politics for more than five decades, covering eight presidents, 23 Congressional elections and state and countless local elections and issues. I am grateful for your support of the Evans-Novak Political Report over the years, and wish you and your family all the best. Sincerely, Robert D. Novak

TRIVIA QUESTION: How many James Brown records reach #1 on the Billboard Top 100 Pop Chart? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JOE MAY former longtime Sports Director on WIBV-1260 (now WSDZ) St. Louis, MO/Belleville, IL dies at 67 of a heart attack on Saturday, January 17, 2009. •JEFF CATLIN PD of Cumulus Sports KTCK-1310 (The Ticket) plus OM of News/Talk KLIF-570 Dallas, TX moves on up to OM for the entire cluster. •MARK FRIEDMAN APD/Mid-day personality on Cumulus Sports KTCK-1310 (The Ticket) Dallas, TX leaps to ESPN KESN FM (103.3) Dallas-Allen, TX in a similar capacity plus produces the Michael Irvin show. •ECHOSTAR takes on Sirius XM debt with possible complete takeover.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1957 SONNY JAMES' Young Love hits #1 on February 2nd in Billboard. •1967 BENJAMINE DARVILL harmonica with Canadian Rock band Crash Test Dummies born on January 4th. •1974 DOLLY PARTON's Jolene rings #1 on Billboard's Country chart on February 2nd. •1981 ROSA LÓPEZ popular Spanish singer born in Armilla, Granada on January 14th. •1996 SHANIA TWAIN's (If You're Not In It For Love) I'm Outta Here! heads to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on February 3rd. •2001 RENATO CAROSONE Italian jazz singer dies at 81 on Sunday, May 21st in Rome, Italy.

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DAVID LAWRENCE (Tuscon, AZ) Subject: Radio memories! Yes, I'm still in Tucson and I would like you to add me to your Email Newsletter. I will send you some stories as they come to mind. At my age that could be a hit and miss proposition. Ha. David Lawrence (http://home.att.net/~dblawren)

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VICKY PICKERING (Houston, TX) Happy New Year to you, Jim. Unless there is a terrible winter blizzard, John and I will be leaving for the Clear Lake, Iowa, Surf Ballroom's "50 Winters Later" commemorative events in remembrance of the plane crash and death of Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens on 02-03-59. We are looking forward to being with fans from around the world as they come to be at the place of the last performance of these artists. John is honored to have been a part of the music that came from 1957 on "The Chirping Crickets" album. We can't believe that 52 years later, people are still playing "Oh Boy" and "Maybe Baby" and the other 7 songs on which The Picks recorded backup vocals. Thanks to you DJ's who played the Holly/Crickets music. This will be our first visit to the crash site. It will be the last chapter of the book John is writing and plans to finish soon - working title "Setting ("The 'Chirping' Crickets") Record Straight. John's tribute song, "Buddy Holly Not Fade Away" has in one verse these lyrics, "Mason City and the snow was a fallin' down. Buddy ought not to fly - the plane shouldn't leave the ground. But, time wouldn't wait, and he couldn't be late to sing in another town. Buddy, you're gonna go where there ain't no snow - God's gonna call you home." (www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_6a2R8H-kE) There are CDs of about 60 other songs being sold worldwide by "Buddy Holly & The Picks". (www.buddyhollyandthepicks.com) Vicky Pickering

MIKE SHANNON (Dallas-Mesquite, TX) Plan to attend the 1st DFW Radio 'Lunch Bunch' of 2009 THIS SATURDAY at Boston's Pizza on 635/LBJ just west of MacArthur in N. Irving, on the westbound service road. We'll meet at high noon (we're usually still hanging around until 2 or so!) Same procedure as always...Dutch treat...no speeches or formalities, just getting together with old friends (and making some new ones,) swapping stories and even some networking? RSVP not mandatory, but I can get some sort of headcount if you'll email me back. ...we'll see you there! Map link: http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1100+Market+Pl,+Irving,+TX+75063&spn=0.031863,0.040403&hl=en Spread the word, tell your radio friends, and bring a friend along! Questions? Info? RSVP? Please shoot me some email. See you on the 7th...Mike Shannon shannon914@wans.net (www.knus99.com/links.html)

GARY HELMS (Houston-Deer Park, TX) HI Jim, TBG Entertainment Adds New Programming To Television and Radio. Nashville, January 29th, 2009 - TBG Entertainment announced it has added a new radio and television to the growing programming of clients that are playing TBG artists not only across the country but in other countries also. Television station CMC Australia is now on the list of clients to be playing videos from TBG Entertainment artists in the very near future. CMC is the Australian version of (GAC) Great American Country. TBG Entertainment will also be running a live feed for some of the concerts through out the 2009 year to test the ability of internet use for streaming live show possibilities. Radio stations now playing music from TBG Entertainment artists in normal rotation are WYKX 104.7 FM - Escanaba, MI, WRMV 94.5 FM - Madison Heights, VA, The Country Parson - Topeka, KS, CGM Radio - Youngstown, NY, WNY Radio Online - Youngstown, NY, KCXY 95.3 FM - Camden, AR, WJCR Radio - Upton, Ky, WPTL 92.0 - Canton, NC. This is the beginning of what is expected to be a surge in growth among new programming possibilities. TBG Entertainment is one of the nation's fastest growing independently owned and operated record companies. The company currently distributes and produces multiple format specific services to nearly 1,800 rated radio stations across the country including Country, Gospel and Country Gospel. -Gary Helms (www.reverbnation.com/garyhelms)

TRIVIA ANSWER: James Brown has no record to hit #1 on Billboard's Pop chart but he does have 99 in the Top 100, 44 reach the Top 40, but no #1 record.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) El Conejo is going "Back To The Beach" with the Greatest Rock and Roll of All Time! Saturday, February 07, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming at http://KOCIRadio.com He's so Cool! Be there or be square!

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, Facebook, is nice when you want to have several photos that would take a long time to upload. An alternate in case needed for me at least. I just added Echo Link which can be used by licensed amateurs when local repeaters are too far away for the equipment one has to use. I talked to a person from Trinidad through K5TRH. Also a person said they thought they knew you. Amateurs like to make sure friends and family are safe and can be reached if needed. Like I went and bought me an Icom VC-8 HT for 2 Meters, only puts out 5.5 Watts not much power; however; like Pavlovs dog it is not that is speaks well but that it speaks at all. Now if I can remember who had that song about Evenrude and Good Ole Boys want to have fun... 73, KC5RAI

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Thought for day (season):" Everytime we love. Everytime we give, It's Christmas." Dale Evans (1912-2001).

RALPH NADER (February 27, 1934-p) The use of solar energy has not been opened up because the oil industry does not own the sun.

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Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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February 04, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #617

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SUPER BOWL XLIII RULES THE ROOST

Super Bowl XLIII remains far and away TV's top ratings draw, which tops 90 million viewers. Super Bowl XLIII is a ratings champ. The Pittsburgh Steelers' 27-23 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on NBC TV averages a huge 42.1 household rating/65 share in Nielsen's metered-market overnight ratings. That's about two-thirds of the good ole USA. The game hits its peak in the 10 pm ET half-hour with a 48.0/70 which means 70% of homes watching TV view the Super Bowl.

TV LAYOFF WATCH

Allbritton WHTM TV ABC CH27 Harrisburg, PA lays off 11 employees - asks all staff to take 3.9% pay cut. Allbritton KTUL TV CH8 ABC Tulsa, OK lays off seven promotions, engineering, news and sales department employees - others take pay cuts. Barrington WNWO TV CH24 NBC Toledo, OH lays off 4 of its staff, that includes evening co-anchor Shenikwa Stratford. Media General WKRG TV CH5 CBS Mobile, AL 2nd round of layoffs eliminates 10 positions that includes longtime meteorologist and feature reporter Jere Hough. Anita Cochran evening news anchor on KSN TV CH3 Wichita, KS leaves this spring or summer 2009 after 8 years.

RADIO AD RATES DROP

Taylor On Radio-Info reports that radio stations which normally sell ads for $25-$30 now feel the pinch from bigger frequencies with $150-$175 rates because the big guys drop their fees to the much lower amounts of the smaller radio stations. Also that some clients demand twice as many ads for the same low price.

VARIETY ASIA CUT BACK

Due to the financial crisis that affects the U.S. media sector Variety Asia suspends indefinitely its Asia regional website and newsletter. Gone are Asia editor Patrick Frater and Hong Kong correspondent-web editor Marcus Lim who leave on Monday, February 2, 2009. Variety releases its 30 staff members. For the past two and a half years, Variety Asia has 15,000 subscribers and tens of thousands of readers.

KENNY SELLS HOME BEFORE HE MOVES IN

Internet reports about a house that Country Superstar Kenny Chesney buys for $5.7 Million in Key West, FL cause him to change his mind about moving in. What concerns him is that his presence might disrupt the community. Chesney says, I'm stopping the insanity before it begins.

CONCERT BENEFIT

The Jeffrey Steele & Friends concert on March 12, 2009 is for the Alex LaVasseur Memorial Scholarship program. Alex is Steele's teenage son who dies in an ATV accident. These performers join Steele on stage at Rocketown in Nashville, TN: Keith Anderson, Sebastian Bach, Billy Dean and the Lo Cash Cowboys. Tickets onsale on Monday, February 2nd at www.nowplayingnashville.com.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Jimmy Buffett is a staff writer for what well known radio-music media publication? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•JACK DANIELS vet Bill Drake style DJ on KSTN-1420 Stockton, CA; KRUX-1360 Phoenix, AZ; KXYZ-1320 Houston, TX and KDWN-720 Las Vegas, NV dies at 69. •ART LABOE longtime radio broadcaster receives the Diamond Circle Award from the Pacific Pioneer Broadcasters on Friday, January 30, 2009. •MARK LINDOW PD/midday DJ on Citadel WSJR FM (93.7) Wilkes Barre-Dallas, PA leaves the building after 2 years due to B-C. marklindow@comcast.net •HEATHER PROPPER joins CO5 in Nashville, TN as director of Southeast promotion/marketing. heather@co5music.com

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1958 JOHNNY CASH's single Ballad Of A Teenage Queen hits #1 on the Billboard Country chart on February 3rd. •1961 DANTE PERGREFFI bassist for Italian experimental Rock band Nomadi born on December 31st in Fabbrico, Italy. •1978 WAYLON JENNINGS' 6th Gold album - Willie Nelson's 3rd Gold album Waylon & Willie certifies Gold on February 3rd. •1993 GEORGE STRAIT's Pure Country soundtrack becomes his 2nd double-platinum album on February 3rd. •2008 RODNEY TYRONE JENNINGS JR. drummer/producer of Rod Productions/Anotha Level Records dies of a gunshot wound at 21 on July 1st.

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MARCOS RODRIGUEZ (Aspen, CO) howdy! wow, interesting stuff! i attach a foto. does that ring a bell? black guy named rocky did the show on my first day (KXOL-1360). i watched him and then the following week i was on live (that was the extent of my training)! Marcos Rodriguez (www.aspenglenwood.com)

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GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) The "rest of the story" about KMLB is episodes #11-15 if you get time to read them. Do you want me to continue to send these little short snippets about my radio experiences? I wish I were closer to you. I would certainly give you a ride to the doctors. If I had gone on to make the big bucks like some of our former DJ friends I would also help you get your car out of hock too. I have only Social Security and you know how far that goes. Speaking of DJs who have made it big, click on the link below and read about Big Daddy Glenn Dean (www.sanantonioradiomemories.com/cmt.htm)

DON SITTON [Miller] (Fort Worth, TX) Subject: KCUL /KBUY Get Together. David, Let me introduce myself, I worked at both KCUL & KBUY in the late 60’s….my name is Don Sitton, on air name Don Miller. I was interested in the KBUY get together that you have from time to time, and if possible attend one. I would appreciate knowing when the next one takes place, and if possible attend. My home is Fort Worth, and still has family there. I graduated from North Side in 1957. I actually grew up in Arlington Heights. I also worked at KXOL... Some of the people I worked with at KCUL /KBUY were Bill Mack, Max Floyd, Bud Faulder, Morgan Choat, Bo Powell, Don Thompson, Ron Rice, Gene Kelly, Larry Glenn ….after 40 plus years the old memory is a little foggy. David, after working in Lubbock at KDAV, and KLBK as well as managing a couple of small market stations, I finally found a home in Corpus Christi. I was General Manager of KEYS /KZFM for many years, with the last fifteen years of my working career as Regional Sales manger of the NBC TV station. I have been retired since August 1999. I found your web site very interesting, and wish you the best in your ministry…My oldest son is a minister /missionary and has been for 30 years. His web site is TETM (To Every Tribe Ministries) Warmest regards. Don (Miller) Sitton

DAVID PERKINS (Fort Worth, TX) Subject: KCUL /KBUY Get Together. Hey Don, good to hear from you! Actually the KBUY/KCUL thing was organized by Ron Rice who lives in Sugarland. I'm copying this email to him so you two can get in touch. Don Thompson? I had no idea he had worked at KBUY at one time. I of course knew him at WBAP. Thanks so much for the kind words about my ministry. If you are ever in Fort Worth, come see us. And Ron, I'm also going to copy this to Jim Rose so he can put both of you on his list if it's okay with you. David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) We did not vote for Obama either. I do agree w/ Gene Doremus, who recently wrote:"I'm confused. The economy is in trouble because we spent money we didn't have. Now we are told that spending more money we don't have is going to end the trouble." We are batching again...BOB & Sonny Lee. Make it a good weekend.

TRIVIA ANSWER: From 1969 to 1970 Jimmy Buffett is a staff writer for Billboard magazine in Nashville, TN.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, February 7th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday February 10th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) We (WBAP-820) have a show on Saturday morning while I am on duty, called the Car Guy Show. Jerry Reynolds is the former President of the dealers association, and was in the biz for 24 years til he sold Presige Ford in Garland last year. I really like Jerry and his co-host, Texas Radio Hall Of Fame member Kevin McCarthy. They're on from 9-11 am, and they recently added a show in Houston, from 11 a to 2p. Check him out, call him up. He can help with all things automotive. This is from his e-mail: Join us for the all-new Houston CarGuy Show. We moved from ESPN 97.5 FM to Sport Radio 610, KILT. In addition we expanded to 3 hours! Besides more air time, Sports Radio 610 offers us a much stronger signal, similar to that of WBAP. If you want to join us over the Internet for more of the same CarGuy Show: http://player.play.it/player/player.html?v=4.1.43&id=63&onestat=kilt-am

ANDY ROONEY (January 14, 1919-p) ...life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.

Jim Rose and Tejas

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February 02, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #616

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

THE DAY THE MUSIC DIES

In 1972, Don McLean has a big hit record that we hear on the radio every day, American Pie, where he sings about the day that the music dies. It’s 50 years ago since a single-engine plane crashes into a snow-covered Iowa field that instantly kills three passengers whose names are legends in the history of Rock ’n’ Roll. The past 5 decades do not decrease the fascination of that night on February 2, 1959. The 22-year-old Buddy Holly, 28-year-old J.P. The Big Bopper Richardson and 17-year-old Ritchie Valens finish their performance in Clear Lake. They board a small airplane for their final destination, a 300-mile flight, that lasts only minutes after take off. Jim Dawson, Rock historian, remembers, It was really like the first rock ’n’ roll landmark; the first death. They say these things come in threes. Well, all three happened at the same time. Jim writes several books about music of the Fabulous Fifties. Those of us who are fortunate to grow up in the 1950s well remember those really are fabulous times. We never lock the doors to our cars or homes. Like in the hymn: Neighbors are so kind. I love them every one. But on that fateful night in February 3, 1959 Buddy Holly's music dies. Not really, because his tunes and memories still linger in our minds and record collections. British group, the Quarry Men, record Buddy Holly's That'll Be the Day as their 1st official tune before they rename themselves similar to Holly's band the Crickets and they become the Beatles. In 1964, The Rolling Stones come to America with a cover of Holly's Not Fade Away. Thus the British or Buddy Holly invasion is on. The 1978 motion picture The Buddy Holly Story is wonderful but not completely truthful. The star of the film, Gary Bussy, also is from Lubbock, TX. And that really is Gary's voice on Buddy's tunes. But the movie has the instrumental group the Crickets as the back up singers as well. On Holly's first album, The Chirpin' Crickets, the backup singers are two long-time friends of mine, Bill and John Pickering. The Pickering's fine harmony blends wonderfully well with Buddy's voice in the famous Norman Petty studios in Clovis, NM. While In 1969 when I'm Program Director-Music Director and PM Drive DJ on KBUC FM-AM in San Antonio, TX a really great new version of Creedence Clearwater Revival's 1969 hit Proud Mary comes out on Pete Drake's Stop records in Nashville, TN. It's by the The Pickering Brothers. Their tight harmony plus the hot up tempo music fits my modern Country KBUC format to a T. John calls from Corpus Christi to thank me because their record is on KBUC's playlist. John and his wife Vicky plus his brother Bill come to the Alamo City for a visit. Really nice folks. Sadly, Bill dies a few years later. In 1969 I attend a Waylon Jennings concert in San Antonio. Waylon is another music legend from Lubbock plus he is a local DJ and he picks and sings in Buddy's group The Crickets. Ironically, Waylon is to sit in the same seat of that plane that crashes but Buddy asks if he can go instead. As a further bit of irony, during intermission at the Waylon Jennings concert, he ends up in a seat right beside me. Being the shy type, it takes awhile to ask Waylon about that fateful night in Iowa when the airplane crashes. Jennings is very uneasy to discuss that tragic event so I drop the subject. In August 1977, when I accept an offer as a DJ on KIKK FM, discover that John and Vicky also live here in the Bayou City. We renew old acquaintenances and remain in touch even today. John keeps his musical ties to Buddy Holly's music alive on records and CDs. So Buddy Holly's music never really dies.

FREE BIRD DIES

Southern Rock group Lynyrd Skynyrd's keyboardist Billy Powell dies on Wednesday morning, January 28, 2009 at his condo in Orange Park, which is in northeat Florida near Jacksonville, of an apparent heart attack. Orange Park Police Lt. Mark Cornett says the 56-year-old keyboard player calls 911 about 12:55 am on Wednesday and says that he has trouble breathing. Rescue crews perform CPR but they pronounce him dead at 1:52 am. Police Lt. Cornett says they suspect no foul play and that an autopsy is not necessary. Police report that Powell misses an appointment with his doctor on Tuesday for a cardiac evaluation. Authorities suspect that Billy has a heart attack. We well remember Billy's keyboard action in the group's late 1974 hit Free Bird which is a tribute to Duane Allman of the Allman Brothers Band. Powell is one of only two Lynyrd Skynyrd's band members left who are with the group before their 1977 plane crash that kills three of its members.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What famous Superstar sings background on the Righteous Brothers 1960s hit You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•BOB MOORE Station Manager of the CBS Radio-L.A. cluster resigns. The cluster includes Alternative KROQ FM (106.7), Adult Hits KCBS FM (Jack FM 93.1), Smooth Jazz KTWV FM (The Wave 94.7), News/Talk KNX-1070 & KFWB-980, Classic Hits KRTH FM (K-Earth 101) and Talk KLSX FM (97.1). •ANDY LUDLUM PD of KFWB-980 from May 1998 to October 2008 is new Director Of News Programming of CBS Radio KNX-1070 & KFWB-980 in L.A. beginning Monday, February 2, 2009. •KTMY FM (My Country 105.7) Clear Channel Salt Lake City. UT flips to Spanish AC (La Preciosa). ARB rates KTMY the lowest of 4 Country stations at 0.9.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 RAY PRICE records Heartaches By The Number in the evening at Nashville's Bradley Studios on January 29th. •1961 BOBBY BROOM Jazz guitarist with Kenny Burrel-Sonny Rollins born Robert Broom, Jr. in Harlem on January 18th. •1973 DONNA FARGO's The Happiest Girl In The Whole U.S.A. is the only Gold album of her career on January 29th. •1981 RAY J actor-R&B singer born William Ray Norwood Jr. on January 17th. •1996 VINCE GILL's album Souvenirs hits Gold/Platinum on the same day January 29th. •2001 AALIYAH DANA HAUGHTON singer-dancer-actress-model dies in an airplane accident on August 25th.

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MARCOS RODRIGUEZ (Aspen, CO) howdy! mike bradley (virgil dowell) hired me to do sunday mornings (gospel show) 6a to 10a. it (KXOL-1360) was already country when i was there. Marcos Rodriguez (www.aspenglenwood.com)

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GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Subject: NEW ICE CREAM. Ben and Jerry's is coming out with an unbelievable new ice cream in honor of the messiah who art in the White House. It is being churned in Washington DC and appropriately named: Baracky Road - half chocolate and half vanilla surrounded by fruits and nuts.

DAN MCCURDY [Charlie & Harrington, Charlie Brown, Dan Patrick] (Sherman, TX) Jimbo...I can just see George and Laura holding hands, sitting in front of a roaring fireplace, shoes kicked off...truly relaxing together for the first time in more than 8 years...each with big smiles coming from an awareness of a job well done. After the horror of 9/11, his country was protected during the remainder of his watch...he has no regrets, nor should he; he did his best and he was a true Texas gentlemen, a man of honor, a man of his word throughout it all. And he passed the mighty torch of leadership with grace and dignity to his successor. Well done, my captain, well done...you've earned your rest. A grateful fellow Texan and proud American salutes you. Daniel P. McCurdy, Sr. Sherman, Texas

WALTER HAMMOCK (Houston, TX) JIm keep doing what you are doing and keep "spreading the news". My best to you and Tejas.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday February 7th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday December 30th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

TRIVIA ANSWER: Cher is a background singer on the Righteous Brothers hit You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling that remains at #1 for 2 weeks.

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) When I was going to college at ETSU, Commerce sometimes I could not get to sleep. I found a show from KSL 1160 that usually would do the trick hosted by Herb Jebco (sp?). A few minutes and I would fall to sleep. BTW, I went to WalMart they had Miles Davis in the Country Music Section... May just be the one by where I stay, could cause sales of CDs to be less than the best. I hope you are staying warm, don't want you to be like the 93-year-old man I just read about on the Internet. One reason I did not want to see Digital TV take over, is that I like to DX and Analog signals can be picked up better. I use to regularly get Channel 7 from Austin in the Spring. I also got Channel 32, Houston. Due to the weather I made French Onion Soup and a few nights ago made Enchiladas. I saw a clever movie that I rented from NetFlix, Over Her Dead Body. 73, Charles, KC5RAI

EDGAR ALLAN POE (January 19, 1809-October 7, 1849) If you wish to forget anything on the spot, make a note that this thing is to be remembered.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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January 30, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #615

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CELEBRITY MAGAZINE COLUMNIST PASSES INTO THE NIGHT

Longtime celebrity columnist for Parade magazine and prolific author who brings graceful writing and sharp observations all the way from fashion industry tycoons to Marine grunts on the Korean War battle zone passes away. James Brady dies at 80 on Monday, January 26, 2009 at his home in Manhattan's East Hampton. James comes to life in 1928. He begins his newspaper career as a copyboy for the New York Daily News. Brady's extensive writing career includes novels, as well as a memoir of his Korean War service. The NY Times praises James' 1990 memoir on Korea, The Coldest War, as a superb personal memoir of the way it was ... What distinguishes Mr. Brady's book is its clarity and modesty; there is no heroic flag-waving here. During his time with publisher Rupert Murdoch in the 1970s, Brady initiates the New York Post's popular Page Six gossip section. He joins the Hearst Corporation in 1971 and publishes its fashion magazine Harper's Bazaar. Murdoch hires Brady in 1974 to edit the then-new weekly Star magazine. He later becomes an associate publisher of the New York Post. His other contributions are too numerous to mention. But most of us fans know him best for his reports in Parade magazine. James writes the Parade magazine celebrity profile column In Step With for nearly 25 years. His final piece in Parade appears on February 15, 2009. James Brady's survivors are his wife, Florence; two daughters, Fiona Brady and Susan Konig; a brother, Monsignor Tom Brady plus other relatives.

SUPER BOWL ADS AT DISCOUNT

The Detroit News reports that most advertising slots for the 2009 Super Bowl that do not sell in September 2008 still are available. This is a far cry from earlier in 2008 when NBC TV announces this game's air time sells faster than usual. At presstime NBC TV still has 2 minutes of commercial time open for Super Bowl XLIII. That translates into four 30 second TV spots. The initial commercial spots sell for $3 million each but later drop to as low as $2.8 million. This is just above the base rate that Fox TV charges for its broadcast of Super Bowl XLII in 2008. Even with the last-minute struggle to unload air time, NBC still earns more than $200 million in ads from the game which is more than the $186.3 million Fox TV brings in in 2008. So far, the biggest advertisers for this Super Bowl game are Anheuser-Busch InBev with 4.5 minutes of airtime, with PepsiCo and Coca-Cola in 2nd and 3rd places. Super Bowl XLIII airs February 1, 2009 from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Where are the Dallas Cowboys?

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the opening act on The Monkees 1967 tour? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•HAPPY BIRTHDAY on February 1, 2009 to TX radio legend John Steel! •DIGITAL TV SWITCH is still on for February 2009 because the Republicans vote down the extension to June. More confusing governmental madness. •FOX NEWS CHANNEL once again is the #1 cable news network in January, 2009. This is its 85th consecutive month in 1st place in Total Viewers. During prime time FNC is #1 in Adults 25-54. As usual, the O'Reilly Factor finishes January at #1. •MARIE OSMOND's Program Partners talk show signs up WNBC TV CH 4 NYC, CW KTLA TV CH 5 Los Angeles, CA and CBS WCIU TV CH 26 Chicago, IL.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1950 RED FOLEY's Chattanoogie Shoe Shine Boy debuts on Billboard's Country chart on January 21st, remains #1 for 13 weeks, sells over a half million copies. •1967 PETER EPSTEIN alto jazz saxophonist born on January 18th. •1978 ROY ORBISON has open heart surgery for 3 blocked arteries on January 18th at Nashville's St. Thomas Hospital. •1986 ROBERT O'CONNOR Irish singer-songwriter born on January 18th. •1994 HAL KETCHUM joins the Grand Ole Opry on January 22nd. •2003 ROBERT PALMER British guitarist-singer-songwriter (Addicted To Love #1-1986) dies of a heart attack in Paris at 53 on September 26th.

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LILLIES OHLSSON (Sala, Sweden) I read your site every time and I live in Sala, Sweden and my name is Lillies Ohlsson and I have web site www.LeeSwing88.se with a ton of info about Honky Tonk & Western Swing, you´ll be surprised! Keep swingin´, Lillies

WHERE DO YOU READ JRRR? Tell us how far away from Houston, TX that you read JRRR. Send your full name, city, state and country of residence to rosekkkj@earthlink.net.

MOSES DRUXMAN [grandson of the late Cal Druxman] (DFW-Azle, TX) Good afternoon Jim! He (Cal Druxman) was a great man! Thanks for accepting my Plaxo membership. I'm not real familiar with Plaxo yet, but I plan on finding out more about it. McGruff is the crime prevention mascot you could say. McGruff is sponsored mainly by the National Crime Prevention Council, but many Police Department's and Sheriff Departments have an officer or deputy who will dress up as McGruff. McGruff is a dog that speaks to kids, teens, and at times adults about a wide variety of crimes. I work for the constables office and I dress up as McGruff and go to schools in our area speaking to kids about drugs, bullying, Strangers, and much more. As a student volunteer for the Azle Independent School District I have helped the administration plan many new things as in the homecoming parade, the teacher Convocation, new teacher orientations and several other things. I also attend most school board meetings to get a feeling of what is going on in my schools. I am basically a liaison between the students, teachers and the administration. My job for the school district is wide and varied. Yes I do plan on going into Politics either immediately after I graduate high school or after college. Politics is my passion. Several teachers, administrators, and students are trying to convince me to run for School Board my Senior year in high school, which is a large possibility. I want to be the person who does make a difference, the one politician that will listen to the people, whether they are rich, middle class, or poor they all have an opinion which should be heard. That's what I want to do. To make sure all voices are heard. I just arrived back from our nation's capital on Wednesday from the inauguration of out 44th President. Although I was not a supporter of Obama he is my President so I must show him some respect and support. We need to give him a chance to see how well or how bad he can do. Being on the National Mall during the inauguration with all two million people is a great feeling and definitely a once in a life time experience! If there is ever anything I can do for you please let me know! Sincerely, Moses Druxman

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Sorry, Jim, I thought you knew. I'm on Sun through Thurs nights (WBAP-820), and then again from 4am-noon Saturday. That's 48 hours a week on the clock... actually about 58 hours, but who's counting. I do the 6-8am newsblock, then top and bottom for the Car Guys Show and the financial advisor show. Turning around and working a day shift after 5 night shifts is a beating, but it's also a chance for me to stretch out and get creative. The Mason Williams interview is an example of that. Plus, it's some extra $$. Kevin and I worked together at KMSR radio back in '04, but he's had this weekend show with Jerry for about 7 years. It's his main deal, co-hosting, producing and selling time. The show is quite successful. I think they expanded into Houston within the past year, and moved to KILT a few months ago. Kevin was working with Green Radio, at KAND in Coriscana, but I guess it never got off the ground. I don't know bout you, but I'd hate to work for any station that called itself "Canned", cause I've been canned a few times, and it's not fun. bc

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) When I worked there (KAPK in Minden, LA) it evidently was a completely different building. It's been 55 years so I have forgotten a lot. I remember the entrance door opened into a big studio for groups. On the wall to the left was the control room door. We sat facing the big studio and the transmitter was behind us. My back was only inches away from transmitter controls. The lake was to our left as we sat at the control board. I would sometimes run out to the lake and cast a few times while a long record was on. Once I caught a bass. landed it and ran back into the control room to catch the end of the record all out of breath. At the time I worked there they still had downtown studios like so many stations had at the beginning before they started being practical and moving the studios to the transmitte site. They only used the downtown studios for special occasions though. They were probably long gone by the time you got there. KAPK had two salesmen who were really into Gospel music and they were slowly but surely going all Gospel. That's when I decided to look elsewhere and went to KDBC in Mansfield.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Jimi Hendrix is the opening act for The Monkees 1967 tour. Monkees fans boo Jimi off the stage. Hendrix quits the tour after twe weeks.

JIMMY RABBITT El Conejo is going "Back To The Beach" with the Greatest Rock and Roll of All Time! Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming at http://KOCIRadio.com He's so Cool! Be there or be square!

JAY LENO (April 28, 1950-p) With hurricanes, tornados, fires out of control, mud slides, flooding, severe thunderstorms tearing up the country from one end to another, and with the threat of bird flu and terrorist attacks, are we sure this is a good time to take God out of the Pledge of Allegiance?

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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January 28, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #614

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

DIGITAL SWITCH DELAYS

There is great anticipation about our government's proclamation of a nationwide flip-flop to digital broadcast TV signals. Over 10 years ago I purchase a brand new RCA 32" TV that brings a lot of enjoyment. But with the legislative branches' mandatory shift to digital broadcast TV signals it soon becomes obsolete. However, some of us who receive cable TV do not notice any difference. But those of us who depend on outside TV antennas are up a creek without a paddle. Our TV screens go blank or scratchy unless we buy new TV antennas or the $40 and higher digital boxes to hook up to our sets. Big Brother offers to pay $40 of the cost of that new box if we call the 800 number. This I do awhile back but some of us cannot just rush over to buy that black box. That $40 certificate's 30 day limit runs out too quick. Reports say that 2.6 million requests for the $40 subsidy coupons for those black boxes still remain unused. The price of a new digital flat screen LCD HDTV costs upwards of $700 and as high as the price of a good used car. The plasma versions cost even more, plus the plasma TVs burn more energy. Well, Glory be! In the goodness of their hearts Big Brother postpones that deadline four months from February 17, 2009 to June 12th. Then what?

SPORTS FLIP

WBNS FM Dispatch Media Group Hot AC (Mix 97.1) Columbus, OH switches to Sports Radio (The Fan 97.1) with a simulcast of sister station WBNS-1460. The Fan is the flagship station of the NHL Columbus Blue Jackets & Ohio State University plus the local affiliate for the Cleveland Indians. ESPN Radio network sandwiches around Mike Ricordati and Scott Torgerson (12-2pm) and Bruce Hooley, former NFL player Chris Spielman and ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit {4-7pm).

INGRAHAM MOVES ON UP

Talk Radio Network Enterprises' The Laura Ingraham Show adds 20 new affiliates which moves her total new affiliates in the last 3 months up to 40. Recent adds are: WBAL-1090 Baltimore, MD; WDJA-1420 West Palm Beach-Del Rey Beach, FL; WMRD-1150 Hartford-Middleton, CT; WLIS-1420 Hartford-Old Saybrook, CT; WPNW-1260 Grand Rapids-Zeeland, MI; WGPA-1100 Allentown-Bethleham, PA; WLBR-1270 Harrisburg-Lebanon, PA and KJRB-790 Spokane, WA.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who has the original hit version of Fats Domino's Blueberry Hill? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•DEAN & ROG popular morning team show here in Houston, TX for 12 years on Clear Channel Classic Rock KKRW FM (The Arrow 93.7) move it on over to Cox Radio Oldies KHTC FM [formerly KLDE] (107.5) on June 1, 2009. •AARON MCCORD PD/PM Drive DJ at Clear Channel WRWD FM (Country 107) Poughkeepsie-Highland, NY leaves after 9 years to go to St. Cloud, MN as promotion director/PM Drive DJ on Regent WWJO FM (98 Country). Speak with Aaron at promotionsaaron@aol.com. •IVAN WATSON former CNN producer in Moscow - current correspondent for NPR rejoins CNN as an international correspondent with base in Istanbul, Turkey.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 PORTER WAGONER makes his Grand Ole Opry debut on January 22nd. •1969 DAVE GROHL drummer-guitarist with Rock bands Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters and Nirvana born on January 14th. •1974 TOM T. HALL's single I Love hits #1 on Billboard's Country chart on January 19th. •1982 ALEX VARKATZAS vocalist with Metalcore band Atreyu born in Orange County, CA on January 17th. •1991 AARON TIPPIN's 1st album You've Got To Stand For Something releases on RCA on January 22nd. •2006 DARREN (Wiz) BROWN lead singer-guitarist-songwriter with UK bands Serpico/Mega City Four/Ipanema dies suddenly from a blood clot on the brain at 44 in St Georges Hospital, Tooting, south London on December 6th.

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DAVE LEWIS (Harrisburg, PA) Occasionally when I turned the dial from the Big T I would listen to KILT, KONO and WFAA (I remember when I was on duty at night listening to a guy on that station, I think his name was Don Norman? had a dry sense of humor) and B Bailey Brown on KONO. I was fortunate to have an email chat with him about a year before he passed away...but KTSA was and is my all time favorite. Locally I usually listen to WRVV which they tout as rock and roll without the hard edge--I like 80's music mostly and they will have blocks of time playing 80's music, WLAN which is basically a Top 40 format--current hits is another station I listen to...oh, there is a local station WHP 580 AM which is talk format, the afternoon host, Bob Durgin was a news guy on KNOW way back in the day,,,the Texas connection still lives in Harrisburg PA. I would imagine that I signed on through the Web column, I have noticed recently getting 2 or more copies of the same issue, so the direct link would be the way to go. Anyways Jim that is my story, I said I enjoy the issues and look forward on receiving them. Hope you have a great day too! Dave

JIM DE YONG (San Luis Obispo, CA) Subject: How far? Jim: I'm not in radio (anymore) and I'm not in Texas (never was), but I still enjoy your website. You've been asking where we read JRRR for months. I'm in San Luis Obispo, California. But I'd like to know where your other readers are. Most are in Texas, I assume, but I would imagine they're scattered far and wide. Tell us the results of your survey. Regards, Jim deYong

JRRR has subscribers and contributors from present and former broadcasters, music and radio fans all over Houston, TX, the entire state of TX, most of of the USA, Canada, Europe and Japan. In 2008, according to Alexa Web site reporting, JRRR receives an average of just under 3 million hits each month. That boggles our mind. (http://www.alexa.com/data/details/traffic_details/jimroseremembersradio.com) But we receive only a few hundred emails each month from readers of JRRR. That keeps me pretty busy along with all of the other activities that involve JRRR. When I am in radio decades ago someone says that for each person who calls us DJs while we are on the air that represents at least 300 listeners who never call a radio station. Pretty sure that figure is much greater now. Each week I spend over 80 hours on JRRR which takes up most of my waking time. But JRRR reunites and finds former lost radio-TV and media folks that no other site does. JRRR keeps most radio-TV and media folks all over America in touch. As far as we know JRRR is the only Web site in existance that takes the special extra effort in that endeavor. Tejas and her daddy really love radio-TV and the media and we strive to keep it going even under unbearable circumstances such as the worst hurricane to hit the Houston-Galveston shores in 2008.

C.C. MCCARTNEY (Nashville-Hendersonville, TN) Good to hear from you old friend! It's been plenty cold here, and my farm near the KY border, it was minus 2 real temp! I'm not that dedicated anymore. It was my honor to get you to the legends party, you after all are a legend! CC (www.ccmccartney.com)

WHERE DO YOU READ JRRR? Tell us how far away from Houston, TX that you read JRRR. Send your full name, city, state and country of residence to rosekkkj@earthlink.net.

GUY ZAPOLEON (Houston-Katy, Tx) Hey Jim, Great to hear from you Jim. Hope all is good. Guy

KEN SRALLA (Iraq & McAllen, TX) Jim; With the new President and administration there is talk about going back to the fairness doctrine as it was in the earlier days of radio. I would be interested in seeing some comments on this. It could affect talk radio to some degree?

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Last night Penny and I watched the new Fox TV program called "Lie To Me". It was very well done and the acting was great. The subject of the show had devoted his life to the study of body language and facial expressions to tell if someone was lying. The show is based on scientific experiments and it all seemed very believeable. This fellow could not be fooled. Where in **** was he when Obama was making his campaign speeches?

TRIVIA ANSWER: Around Christmas 1956, Fats Domino's Blueberry Hill peaks at #2 for 3 weeks on the Pop chart, #1 on the R&B chart for 8 weeks and sells over a half million copies. At the 29th annual Grammy Awards show in February 1987 Fats Domino's Blueberry Hill inducts into the NARAS Hall of Fame. In 1940, Glen Miller's Big Band with vocals by Ray Eberle also strikes #2 with the catchy song. The songwriter originally pens the tune for Gene Autry to sing in the movie The Singing Hill.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) RE: JRRR issue #613, 1/26/09; I knew Hoyt Axton (1938-1999) from DJ meetings; he wrote "Joy To The World" & many more, plus was an actor in several movies along with Bonanza TV series. He even started his own Jeremiah record label in 1978. I knew his mother, Mae Axton, much better when she was the personal manager of Opry star, Hank Snow (1914-1999) back in the 50's. Mae Axton, a beloved songwriter in Nashville (1914-1997) co-wrote Presley's first RCA hit, "Heartbreak Hotel." Your newsletter never fails to bring back some great memories! BOB & Sonny Lee.

BOB DYLAN (May 24, 1941-p) Take care of all your memories. For you cannot relive them.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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January 26, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #613

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

THE NEW FOX SPORTS RADIO

There are changes at Fox Sports Radio and its affiliates, too. KLAC-570 Los Angeles, CA merges into the national Fox Sports Radio programming. Clear Channel’s Premiere Radio Networks takes over the distribution of The Content Factory’s Dan Patrick Show to replace FSR's Craig Shemon and James Washington (9am to 12pm Eastern). Petros Papadakis and Matt Smith replace KLAC night hosts Krystal Fernandez and Andrew Siciliano (7pm-10pm Eastern). Steve Hartman and Vic Jacobs KLAC afternoon co-hosts join Chris Myers (3pm-7pm Eastern) on FSR. Mychal Thompson KLAC co-host is gone. Ben Maller Fox Sports Radio overnight host disappears. KLSD-1360 [KGB] Clear Channel Xtra Sports 1360 San Diego, CA and WDFN-1130 (The Fan) Detroit. MI eliminates all local positions in favor of the new FSR lineup 24/7. According to the Orlando Sentinel, WQTM-740 Orlando, FL returns to Sports programming after it spends a year as Spanish Oldies La Preciosa.

NEW INTERIM FCC CHAIRMAN

We mention in JRRR before that President-elect Barack Obama appoints his Harvard Law buddy Julius Genachowski as the new FCC Chairman. But that isn't yet the case. A string of events has to follow. He still needs Senate Commerce Committee approval. Then comes the full Senate confirmation. So, as Tom Taylor points out in his Web site, we may have Acting Chairman Michael Copps to kick around for awhile. Chairman Michael, the NAB and radio in general are not on the same Astro turf. Former FCC Chairman Dick Wiley says he thinks Julius Genachowski builds a commission that is tough on media mergers and acquisitions. Stay tuned to this same bat channel.

TRIVIA QUESTION: In 1971, Three Dog Night's huge #1 hit Joy To The World has an odd opening line - Jeremiah was a bullfrog. What is the significance of those words? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•FAITH HILL wows the crowd with America the Beautiful at the NFL Super Bowl XLIII pre-game festivities in Tampa Bay, FL on February 1, 2009. •SCOTT LINDY is the new PD of Clear Channel's WUBL FM (The Bull 94.9) Atlanta, GA plus OM of the 6-radio station cluster. •TOM LAND OM/director of Journal radio programming adds PD duties for News/Talk WTMJ-620 Milwaukee, WI to replace Tom Parker who exits in November 2008. •KNIN FM (92.9 Nin) Gap Broadcasting Top 40 Wichita Falls, TX adds the worldwide voice of Sean Caldwell on Monday, January 18, 2009. (www.seancaldwell.com)

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 TEDDY GENTRY bass player with Alabama, member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, born on January 22nd in Fort Payne, AL. •1963 CYRUS CHESTNUT international Jazz and Blues pianist-songwriter-producer born on January 17th. •1973 JERRY LEE LEWIS makes his Grand Ole Opry debut on January 20th breaks 2 promises: he won't sing Rock & Roll and won't swear. •1981 NICK VALENSI guitarist with Alternative Rock band Strokes born on January 16th. •2004 VINCE GILL announces on January 22nd that he gives up his role as host of the Country Music Association awards show after 12-years.

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SIMON P. WALMSLEY (Tucson, AZ) Subject: Perry Damone. I inserted ‘where is Perry Damone who was a DJ in Phoenix’ in Ask.com. This is what I got; Jim Rose Remembers Radio Issue #538 Bob Grant. Since we are sharing questions, I bet your readers could answer: I knew DJ Perry Damone, KEZ, Phoenix http://news.jimroseremembersradio.com/2008/08/04/jim-rose-remembers-radio-issue-538.aspx This is how I got your email address but since you did not answer my question maybe someone else wrote that in relation to Perry Damone. For the 1st time this winter I turned on heat but not for very long since once it reached 70° I turned it off. I was born in England and I moved to Vancouver, B.C. in December, 1953. Then I moved to Seattle in 1956 where I was subject to the draft. A partner in my cousin’s law firm asked what I was going to do. He was an officer in a National Guard artillery unit and he convinced to go for the 6-month active duty and then 5 years in the unit. It did not take me long to realise that it was not for me so I signed up for 3 years active duty Airborne Unassigned. I spent almost all of the time at Ft. Campbell, KY. After my discharge I returned to Seattle where I wound up being a local truck driver for the railroad and I retired in 1997. Eventually I decided that the rain and cold that I experienced for most of my life was cause to relocate to a better climate. I love the heat here and once when a serviceman came to the house he asked if the aircon was broken. I said no as I liked it hot. It was 89° inside! So much for my rambling. Ciao, Simon P Walmsley

WHERE DO YOU READ JRRR? Tell us how far away from Houston, TX that you read JRRR. Send your full name, city, state and country of residence to rosekkkj@earthlink.net.

BOB CROWLEY (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Indeed, it was David searching for KEXL that led him to JRRR and my e-mail address. He dropped me a line, which I picked up on. I sat on the CD for a couple of months, before tracking down Bobby Reyes. My first shot was to find another KEXL alum, Debbie Jecker, which led me to Carol Sowa, through the musicians association in S.A. I'm glad that Carol and Bobby are in the JRRR group, because they are good people, and have always treated me like gold. I treasure the other link-up's we've made, from Chapman Mott to Nick St. John. I hope there are many more to come. Hope big dogs like...treat you well. I've had some forgiving to do, which I guess has been done. I'm just glad I still have a position in this screwy business. Bob

JOHN VANVLECK (Austin, TX) KFMK was a jazz format in late 60s I turned on Jay to the Thirteenth Floor Elevators and the format went pretty radical maybe your contacts can remember him...are you familiar with Bobby "Ray" Eakin DJ was at Pacifica at same time. thanks JVV

DAVID PERKINS (D/FW, TX) Bo (Powell) lives in River Oaks a suburb NW of Fort Worth. He said he didn't even have a computer. But Ron Rice has his phone number. Ron and his family lives in Sugarland. How he had it I don't know. Jay and I of course go through you and the DFW DJs lunch bunch. Ron emailed me off my website several months ago. He told me about his father, who was a preacher, also. I didn't know that. I don't remember anything about goats at KPCN but as you may remember, it was out in a field south of Arlington or Grand Prairie and I would never, ever put anything past Bo. Tell you a DJ story. I had been fired by Roy Lemons at KBUY and was hired by Jack Gardiner on KBOX doing fill-in and Sunday mornings on the air and also worked for them full-time as production director. I was going by "David Perkins." I never did care for "Charlie Brown" but Lemons had cut station jingles at KBUY before hiring me and the next jock hired would be "Charlie Brown." Well, Fort Worth is my hometown and I wanted the job, so... Anyway, Bo was PD at KPCN and would have an engineer come in Sunday mornings and run recorded segues from a DJ between songs. Bo asked me if I would record some segues for him for the engineer to play. I did it as "Charlie Brown." So, here I am for a while before being hired on at KPRC Houston, on KBOX Sundays as "David Perkins" and my crosstown rival was none other than "Charlie Brown" on KPCN. Radio does some funny things! I don't know where Randy Ryder is. We talked an awful lot about Gene Kelly, now deceased, who worked on KBUY and went to KVIL, Dallas and then on to SA radio. great jock, one of the best! Do you ever hear from Charlie Seay of Houston, who went to Beaumont and also Paul Cannon of KTOW Tulsa? David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.jesuschristsaid.com/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: In Three Dog Night's big hit Joy To The World songwriter Hoyt Axton uses the opening line Jeremiah was a bullfrog as a fill in until he finds a better line. But Rock group Three Dog Night like it and keep it in place. The song goes #1, remains at the top for 6 weeks with singles sales over a half million copies.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday, December 31st. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday December 23th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

CLINT WRIGHT (Houston-The Woodlands, TX) Subject: Clint added you as a friend on Facebook. Hello Mr. Rose and Tejas! -C.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) This is short and true...says it all. Luke ''The Drifter'' says: "We Americans were tired of being thought of as dumb by the rest of the world. So we went to the polls in November and removed all doubt."

KARL MARX (May 5, 1818-March 14, 1883) There is only one way to kill capitalism, taxes, taxes, and more taxes!!!!!

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons

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January 23, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #612

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CLEAR CHANNEL CUTS DEEPER

Newspapers tell us that we can expect 7% or about 1,500 Clear Channel Radio employees leave the buildings across America but the figure is much greater. CCR says that 9% or a total of 1,850 lay-offs nationwide saves about $350-$400 million. The Cincinnati, OH Enquirer's John Kiesewetter reports the first of Clear Channel Radio's lay-offs in his city. Among the first to leave the CCR building in Cincy are: Jenni Buzzkill Huss on WEBN FM (102.7); Scott Springer 18-year sports reporter on WLW-700; WCKY-1530: Adam Campbell production, Tommy Lueggers producer and Perry Schiable reporter. Chuck Fredrick, CCR Cincinnati market manager, who supervises six Clear Channel stations in the city has no response. Jenni Huss: I've been preparing for this since November. With the economy the way it is, I couldn't expect anything else. Everyone is laying off. Perry Schiable:There are layoffs everywhere. Not a lot of people are hiring. Scott Springer confirmes he is gone but has no further comment. This is the Clear Channel story throughout America. Also gone is Gabe Hobbs, CCR SVP/News/Talk/Sports programming, with base in Tampa, FL. CCR owns six radio stations here in Houston, TX: News-Talk KTRH-740, Sports KBME-790, News-Talk KPRC-950, KKRW FM (93.7), KTBZ FM (94.5) and KODA FM (99.1) but does not mention cuts in any of these properties. Many program directors lose their jobs. No word on how many sales positions disappear. Rumors suggest that Clear Channel might eliminate local program hosts in favor of syndication. In a companywide e-mail, Clear Channel CEO, Mark Mays, cites an unprecedented time of distress in the general economy when he announces the elimination of 1,850 jobs. Clear Channel Radio talks to Allaccess.com about programming and music decisions and centralization: There is no absolute approach. Clear Channel Radio is focused on delivering the best and biggest audience to our advertisers. We have no room for low performers. The banker Mays brothers do not lose their jobs like 1,850 others at CCR but CEO Mark Mays and President/CFO Randall Mays do agree to cuts in their base pay plus potential bonuses. JRRR sends our best wishes to CCR folks who lose their jobs in these trying times.

WMA SIGNS RICE

Just a short time after the inauguration of President Barack Obama, the now former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice puts herself in the capable hands of The William Morris Agency to do book and lecture tours and whatever else pops up. Jim Wiatt, WMA Chairman/CEO, says: It is an honor to represent Secretary Rice as she prepares to embark on the next chapter of her incredible career. She is a cultural force, and we look forward to assisting her in her ongoing philanthropic initiatives in education and women’s empowerment. Ex-President George W. Bush first appoints Condoleezza as National Security Advisor and later promotes her to Secretary of State in early 2005. As we well know, Hillary Clinton is the new Secretary of State under the new President Obama.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the name of The Four Tops first Motown hit to land on Billboard's Pop chart? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•BOB SHOMPER PD of WLS-890 Citadel News/Talk Chicago, IL makes Governor Blagojevich an offer he cannot refuse of a weekly noon-2pm Sunday program. The guv's approval rating sinks to 10% and his wife loses her 6 figure job as he begins his impeachment trial on Monday, January 26, 2009. •MARK ADAMS is the new PD of CBS Radio KKHH FM (Hot 95.7) Houston, TX. This is the former legendary Country KIKK FM which under new owner CBS becomes Smooth Jazz KHJZ FM and now KKHH FM. •CARLOS SLIM HELU Mexican billionaire invests $250 million in The New York Times.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 JEFF BERLIN one of the best electric jazz bassists in the world born on January 17th. •1969 GLEN CAMPBELL's 1st Gold single of his career is on January 22nd - Wichita Lineman tops out at #3. Rhinestone Cowboy is Glen's 1st #1 single in summer 1975. •1977 RONNIE VAN ZANDT lead vocalist with Lynyrd Skynrd dies in a plane crash on October 20th. •1989 RODNEY CROWELL's single She's Crazy For Leavin' lands at #1 on Billboard's Country chart on January 21st. •2004 JOHNNY BRAGG R&B lead singer-songwriter with Tennessee State Penitentiary inmates the Prisonaires dies at 79 on August 31st.

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MARY LYNN KNOCHELMAN (Cincinnati, OH) You predicted correctly Jim! The Clear Channel Layoffs have occurred here in Cincinnati! Familiar radio voices lose their jobs | Cincinnati Enquirer | Cincinnati.Com (http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090121/BIZ01/901210344)

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BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) Jim, I hope your better health has returned and that 2009 is at least half as fine as your enjoyable column is for me to read. You seem to know where to grab lots of interesting news. Every since I purchased talking software for the Blind called JAWS, I read lots each day, and try to stay up on as many current events as possible. This is the first year I can recall in my adult lifetime, that I am thrilled to not be in radio, aside from my voice talent audio production contributions. Rough stuff to take, with all of these lay offs. A failing CBS DFW station called Movin' 107.5 cut two talented people within the past month, due to BC's as you refer to them. My friend Lisa Thomas worked with Mix for fourteen and a half years and was cut out this week from Clear Channel along with the other approximately 1,850 others. The interesting phenomenon to me is that I still enjoy reading up on broadcasting and love to review all of the fond memories with the great people I have befriended because of my chosen radio career. Your column has been very instrumental in reuniting dozens of us Jim and we owe you big. Talk with you soon. Your Friend, Blake Lindsay (www.blazinblake.com)

JAY PENNINGTON (San Antonio-Boerne, TX) Jim, You are absolutely correct about no JRRR mention in my site. That was an oversight on my part. My apologies! Your mentions of my site have contributed to the reunion of KEXL fans and jocks and I greatly appreciate that! If you go to my site now near the top just under the poster image you will see a short paragraph about your site with links www.penningtontechnicalarts.com/KEXL Yes, I correspond with David A. Doerr and met him at Nick's memorial. David is a very nice fellow. Actually as I'm working through Nick's reel tapes I had one tape that let out an ongoing squeal that you could hear externally - like a machine problem. I emailed David Doerr about it thinking he probably had run across this before which he had. According to David: "...over the years the tape has absorbed humidity into the magnetic oxide coating on the polymer backing and it has gotten "sticky"...literally! That's why it squeals as it passes across the head. The tape has to be "baked" at a certain temp for a certain time to release the humidity from the tape and restore it to its former self (for about two weeks) which is long enough to duplicate it." Jim, thanks for giving me some more history on Nick. I appreciate that! Take care! Jay

DALLAS RADIO VET Jim Lawrence has a great book about how old-time DJs return music on the radio to what it once is plus a few mis-adventures. A good read.

JIM LAWRENCE (Dallas, TX) That's much appreciated, Jim. Here's one link that should get them there, although the book description on Amazon frankly isn't very good: www.amazon.com/Station-Break-James-Lawrence/dp/0738807192 This longer blurb from the original publisher is a lot better: "One last hurrah, spinning old rock tunes. A way to be remembered. That's all pioneer DJ Jimmy Robbins and friends have in mind when they hijack their old radio studios for a true "oldies weekend." But a ruthless politician calls in SWAT teams, and the aging jocks find themselves waging a PR battle in the world media spotlight. While only words fly, they hold their own. But when bullets fly, they must make a quick decision about their future -- and their pride. STATION BREAK is a lighthearted look at a gang of bumbling has-beens, desperate to create a legacy before signing off for the final time." p.s. -- This link to the electronic version has a better description, and anyone with a Kindle reader can download the book for a little over six bucks -- a much better deal: www.amazon.com/Station-Break/dp/B001OI33JC If you have trouble with the link, just let me know. Thanks, Jim

T.J. CALLAHAN (Houston, TX) my buddy jim! sign me up...

DAVE CROCKETT (Houston, TX) Welcome to Facebook Jim! Good to be on your list of friends! Thanks!

TRIVIA ANSWER: Motown's The Four Tops first tune to land on Billboard's Pop chart is Baby I Need Your Loving. It zooms to #11 in fall 1964.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#604-31) January 05, 2008 [Monday] RE: 1/5 JRRR Trivia; I have always heard that Harry Nilsson, who hit #1 with song. "Without You," never appeared in a concert or tour in support of his records! Any truth to that rumor? (B. Harry Nelson 6/15/41 & D. 1/15/94 @ 52 according to my files, & made charts about 8 times, 1969-74. Just an interesting observation to pass along. Best to you & Tejas for 2009. BOB & Sonny Lee.

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (1706-1790) Creditors have better memories than debtors.

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January 21, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #611

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

FAMED TUNESMITH PASSES

Songwriter Clint Ballard Jr. dies at 77 on December 23, 2008 at his home in Denton, TX. Clint suffers a stroke in 2006. Ballard serves as a radio operator in the U.S. Army then turns his efforts to a career in music. He discovers and manages Pop duo The Kalin Twins and wins them a recording contract with Decca records which produces their big hit When that scores #5 on Billboard in 1958. Probably Clint's most well-known hits that he writes are Manchester group Wayne Fontana and the Mindbenders' The Game of Love which rushes to #1 on Billboard in 1965. He also writes Linda Ronstadt's You're No Good that goes to #1 on Billboard in 1975. This is one of my favorite tunes. It features a fine guitar solo by Andrew Gold. Dee Dee Warwick, Betty Everett and The Swinging Blue Jeans also record the tune. If we remember back a little further, more Clint Ballard Jr. songs pop up: Jimmy Jones' Good Timin' #3-1960 and Frankie Avalon's Gingerbread #9-1958. Clint Ballard Jr. who later enters the real estate industry leaves no immediate survivors.

CLEAR CHANNEL CUTS 7%

In July 2008 two private equity funds, Thomas H. Lee Partners and Bain Capital, take over Clear Channel Communications and go private. Recent breaking news indicates that CC plans a major round of cutbacks to begin on the same day the new U.S. President swears into office on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. The Wall Street Journal reports that CC plans to lay off roughly 7% of its U.S. staff which is almost 1,500 employees. The majority are in its sales department. The new owners want to trim the budget by almost $400 million. At press time we know of these radio folks who leave the CC buildings: Gabe Hobbs SVP/programming of News/Talk/Sports; R Dub! PD of Rhythmic AC KHHT FM (Hot 92 Jamz) Los Angeles, CA; Dave Chachi Denes PD of Hot AC KBIG FM (104.3 MYfm) L.A.; John Matthews PD of Classic Hits KLOU FM (Oldies 103.3 Clue) St. Louis, MO; Boomer PD of Top 40 WRVQ FM (Q94) Richmond, VA; Chaz Kelly PD/morning co-host of Top 40 WKCI FM (KC101) New Haven, CT; Louis Kaplan OM Ft. Myers-Punta Gorda, FL cluster; Brian Waters OM Columbus, GA cluster and Rick O'Dell midday DJ/former PD of Smooth Jazz WNUA FM (95.5) Chicago, IL. Others, too. Also that Smooth Jazz KKSF FM (103.7) San Francisco, CA flips formats.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is the last 8 Track tape that hits the market? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•TOM TRADUP VP of Salem Radio Network News/Talk programming at KSKY FM-AM Dallas, TX replaces Mike Gallagher on The KSKY Morning Show starting Monday, January 19, 2009. Mike begins a 3-hour SRN syndicated national show. •LAURIE CANTILLO is the new PD of Citadel Talk WABC-770 NYC as of February 2, 2009. Laurie is former PD of Oprah Winfrey's Harpo (Oprah backwards) Radio Oprah and Friends XM Satellite Radio channel in Chicago, IL. Also former PD of Clear Channel Talk KFYI-550 Phoenix, AX. •PHIL BOYCE exits WABC-770 NYC in Fall 2008 as President of Talk Radio Network Syndications.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1956 ÉTIENNE DAHO French Rock singer-songwriter-record producer born in Oran, Algeria on January 14th. •1963 FLATT & SCRUGGS' The Ballad Of Jed Clampett goes to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on January 19th and remains at the top for 3 weeks. •1978 RICKY WILSON lead singer with English band Kaiser Chiefs born Charles Richard Wilson on January 17th. •1985 REBA MCENTIRE's single How Blue rises to #1 on Billboard's Country chart on January 19th. •1991 BUCK RAM manager-songwriter of The Platters dies at 73 on January 1st. •2005 TOBY KEITH records Honkytonk U in Nashville, TN on January 19th.

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MARCOS RODRIGUEZ (Aspen, CO) howdy! here we are on the same website! http://74.125.95.104/search?q=cache:YFnHrikZ-csJ:www.kxol1360.com/airstaff.htm+kxol+employee+list&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=7&gl=us&client=firefox-a Marcos Rodriguez (www.aspenglenwood.com)

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JAY PENNINGTON (San Antonio-Boerne, TX) Hi Jim, As you probably recall, Nick St. John of KEXL San Antonio fame sadly passed away last summer. Over the last year and half I've been putting together a website dedicated to San Antonio's 70's station KEXL with sound bytes, images, and stories. www.penningtontechnicalarts.com/KEXL Nick had been emailing me during the first half of last year telling me more about the KEXL days which I then added to the site. The site keeps growing. What I wanted to tell you about today is that a couple months after Nick passed away I was given a bag of reel tapes that Nick had hung onto for years - some are 40 years old. Only recently I found a friend who had a reel-to-reel player I could borrow that didn't need a new belt or some kind of repair. It's been a very amazing journey through these reel tapes. I've been playing them into my PC - digitizing them for safe keeping and for adding to my KEXL site. I was hoping for a bag full of KEXL tapes but actually more interesting is that they are really kind of a resume of Nick's. Air Check tapes from the different radio stations he worked at going back as far as 1964. Midland, Waco, Houston, San Antonio...in San Antonio there is a tape for KEXL, a tape for KITY, a tape for KONO... Nick's presentation is a bit different at each station - fitting the personality of the station. For KONO he has a two reel set recording his whole session from August 20, 1968. There is a 5 minute news program in the middle of that Aug 20, 1968 session done by Paul Venema - Paul talking about Presidential Candidate Richard Nixon taking a break from campaigning today to visit the ailing Eisenhower...a clip of McGovern talking about ending Viet Nam.... very interesting and historic. My plan is to digitize all the reels then put all of Nick's reels onto CDs for his family members plus put the gem parts into my KEXL site.

NICK ST. JOHN AND KEXL FM

Real radio legends here in Texas are Nick St. John and KEXL FM in San Antonio, TX. In 2008, Nick and I reunite through JRRR and exchange email. Sadly, Nick passes away on or about Monday, June 23, 2008. Great news about the KEXL FM Web site that features Nick, his pictures and airchecks. Know Nick from our days at Elkins in Dallas in 1964 plus in the late 1960s and early 1970s when Nick is PM Drive DJ on KONO-860 in San Antonio, TX and I'm PD/MD/PM Drive DJ on KBUC FM-AM. One time in 1970 when Nick leaves KONO, he calls me about an opening on KBUC. He comes by for a visit but all I have to offer is Sunday/Monday midnight-6am. David A. Doerr from Biloxi, MS attends Nick's memorial in 2008. He tells me about his collection of KEXL FM tapes and how he makes contact with Jay Pennington and others through my Web column-newsletter that makes the KEXL Web site all possible. But somehow no mention of the connection to JRRR ever occurs. JRRR brings many radio folks together all over the world and very happy to do it. We mention all about Jay's fine KEXL Web site in 2008. We need to do what we can to keep real radio alive even if it's only through our Web sites. In my collection are my airchecks from WFAA-820 (1967-68) Dallas, TX and other radio stations but they are on reel-to-reel tapes. Have many cassettes tapes of my time on Top 40 KULF-790 (1978-80), Album Rock KILT FM (1980-81) and Country KILT FM (1991-96). The 1996 Consolidation law destroys radio as we once know it. Through us radio veterans, real radio is alive and well in JRRR.

JIM LAWRENCE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Greetings from Dallas. I'll be happy to get a copy (book) to you. Hope you enjoy it. All my Dallas-Fort Worth work was on the news side (In San Angelo it was as a jock or combination dj/news). At KRLD from 1973-74 between my first stint at WRR-AM (there were two) and KXOL. Many thanks. Jim Lawrence

ANDY WALDROP (Houston, TX) Jim, I believe the song that Charles George was referencing in the 1/19/09 JRRR was Charley Pride's "Roll On Mississippi." Andy

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) I will have to look for it. I always liked his song about going to San Antonio. I like it when a local makes good. Funny seeing KRLD-FM on 105.3 when it use to be on 92.5, but then those calls were also KAFM. I hated when multiple ownership was allowed of more than one AM/FM combination. Some styles of music have vanished almost completely. Like when KERA Channel 13 runs a Peter, Paul, and Mary concert during pledge drives then no more folk music. Besides KERA-FM now is almost all talk but with the same stuff as on commercial radio. But then I am just a listener...

TRIVIA ANSWER: There is some debate but most collectors agree the November 1988 release of Fleetwood Mac's Greatest Hits is the last commercial issue of an 8 Track tape by a major label.

STEVEN WRIGHT (December 6, 1955-p) Whenever I think of the past, it brings back so many memories.

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January 19, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #610

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

MR. ROARKE DIES

Movie and TV actor Ricardo Montalban whose most famous role is star of the TV hit series Fantasy Island dies at 88 on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at his home in Los Angeles, CA. Ricardo's role on the ABC TV hit series from 1978 to 1984 brings him fame and fortune. We also remember Montalban as the spokesman for the new 1975 Chrysler Cordoba when he brags about its Corinthian leather seats and interior. David Brokaw, longtime publicist and friend, reflects, The person you sensed he was from his work - someone elegant, gentlemanly, kind, dignified, friendly, accessible - that's exactly who he was when the camera was off. He felt there should be some mystique around a star. When someone knocked on his door for an interview, he would clear his throat, fix his tie and then bring them in. It was authentic, but it was a performance. Afterward he'd always make us a couple stiff drinks. He also portrays villains. Remember Montalban as the tyrant Khan in the 1982 movie Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan? Ricardo is a devoted Catholic and family man. He has four children with his wife of 63 years, Georgiana Young, who is actress Loretta Young's sister. Georgiana dies in late 2007.

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INAUGURATION DAY CHANGES

On Tuesday, January 20, 2009 Clear Channel Radio introduces a massive restructuring plan by its new owners Bain Capital and Thomas H. Lee Partners to cut out up to $400 million in costs. This involves layoffs throughout Clear Channel Radio, its outdoor advertising and international divisions plus cuts to programming budgets and consolidation of back-office operations. The new owners move toward a national programming model with less local staff at stations. The New York Post says that it's not a coincidence that the cutbacks happen on the same day that Barack Obama swears in as the United States President. CCR's new management team under Bain Capital and Thomas H. Lee Partners believes this: They can slip in the layoffs while the press is preoccupied with Inauguration Day festivities. Nothing about our plans have changed except for the speed and timing of them. There's no doubt we are in a horrible advertising environment, and we can't just sit there and take it.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What is legendary Rock and R&B singer Bo Diddley's real name? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•CLAUDE BERRI contemporary French cinema actor-writer-director-producer in more than 125 movies for more than 50 years dies of a stroke at 74 in a Paris hospital on Monday, January 12, 2009. French President Nicolas Sarkozy says Berri is a legendary figure of French cinema and the great ambassador of French film. •INDIE 103.1 Los Angeles, CA's new format is El Gato. Indie 103.1's Alternative format moves to the Internet on www.indie1031.com. •SHARON DASTUR PD of Clear Channel Radio Top 40 WHTZ FM (Z-100) NYC adds commute time as PD of sister station WKQI FM (Channel 955) Detroit, MI.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 SHEILA HUTCHINSON singer with female R&B trio Emotions born on January 17th. •1968 KEITH ANDERSON member of Big & Rich wins a Gold album with 2005's debut Three Chord Country And American Rock & Roll born on January 12th in Miami, OK. •1971 KID ROCK Rap-Metal Rock singer born Robert James Ritchie on January 17th. •1980 CRYSTAL GAYLE's album Miss The Mississippi is the 1st Gold Country release in the 1980s on January 10th. •1999 MOTOHIKO HINO Japanese drummer dies on May 13th. •2006 SUGARLAND without Kristen Hall appears on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno on January 12th.

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JO TRAVIS (Hot Springs, AR) 'Ed Freeman... A True Hero' You're an 18 or 19 year old kid. You're critically wounded, and dying in the jungle in the Ia Drang Valley, 11-14-1965. LZ Xray, Vietnam. Your infantry unit is outnumbered 8-1, and the enemy fire is so intense, from 100 or 200 yards away, that your own Infantry Commander has ordered the MediVac helicopters to stop coming in. You're lying there, listening to the enemy machine guns, and you know you're not getting out. Your family is 1/2 way around the world, 12,000 miles away, and you'll never see them again. As the world starts to fade in and out, you know this is the day. Then, over the machine gun noise, you faintly hear that sound of a helicopter, and you look up to see an un-armed Huey, but it doesn't seem real, because no Medi-Vac markings are on it. Ed Freeman is coming for you. He's not Medi-Vac, so it's not his job, but he's flying his Huey down into the machine gun fire, after the Medi-Vacs were ordered not to come. He's coming anyway. And he drops it in, and sits there in the machine gun fire, as they load 2 or 3 of you on board. Then he flies you up and out through the gunfire, to the Doctors and Nurses. And, he kept coming back... 13 more times...and took about 30 of you and your buddies out, who would never have gotten out. Medal of Honor Recipient Ed Freeman died last Wednesday at the age of 80, in Boise, ID ... May God rest his soul... (Oh yeah, Paul Newman died that day too.) I guess you knew that. He got a lot more press than Ed Freeman. This makes three times today that an e-mail has made me cry. Jo (www.JimWWTravis.com)

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GARY HELMS (Houston-Deer Park, TX) HI Jim, I'd love to be included in your web column-newsletters e-mail list. Thank you...if you have any information you would like me to pass along to my e-mail lists I will be happy too. I have close to 6000 people on my fan list and growing at a steady pace if you're interested in my help in any way. Also, if you would like a couple tickets to the tent for the show, I'll be happy to fix you up. It's only two acoustic sets but I am sure the food and company of the people will be very good. Also, if you would like you're welcome to use the microphone for anything you would like to say to your many fans me being one of them. Yes sir...I have heard you on the radio many times, just not sure if it was KIKK, KENR, or KILT, I am sure I have heard you on KENR before though. I sure would love to sit with you over lunch one day and get more educated on radio and the inner workings un-known to the common artist. If you ever want to go get some bar-b-que and don't mind the company, just give me a shout. Feel free to call anytime. Gary Helms

GARY HELMS plays the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on February 26 and 27, 2009. On those same two days last year (2008) 103.689 people attend Gary's show at the Bar-b-que cook-off. A rodeo cook-off team owns the large tent where Gary picks and sings. The proceeds benefit the armed forces community both here in America and overseas. (www.reverbnation.com/garyhelms)

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#608-31) January 14, 2009 [Wednesday] Just an up-date: Little Jimmy Dickens is showing improvements from brain surgery on Jan 13 in a Nashville hospital. The veteran of 60 years as a Grand Ole Opry star turned 88 on Dec. 19,2008. Keep this artist in your prayers. Col. Robert Hanger.

JIM LAWRENCE (Dallas, TX) Subject: Greetings from Dallas. Jim, Hope this finds you feeling well. Wanted to let you know that STATION BREAK, my short 1990s novel featuring a handful of aging, former rock jocks, is now available electronically for the Kindle reader from Amazon.com My hope has always been that the story's far-out plot and broadcast-related humor might draw a chuckle or two from my fellow "ol' radio guys." If you're interested in a paperback copy, just e-mail me with a snail-mail address or PO Box, and I'll be sure you get one. (p.s. - My broadcast b/g from many years ago included KWFR, KTEO AND KGKL San Angelo, TX, and KRLD, WRR-AM, and KXOL-AM in DFW.) Thanks for all your hard work with JRRR, and continued best wishes. Jim Lawrence

CHARLES GEORGE (Dallas, TX) Hi, It is marvelous that any of us survive as long as we do. I don't buy as many CDs now since I tend to try and create the tune by playing it on my guitar. I heard a song I like but not sure of the group/singer. It was on WSM 650, Saturday. It had the words Roll On Big River Roll On. I think I would like having that in my collection to play. I do enjoy seeing the titles displayed on my HD Radio, since when stations when play a long set I would usually miss the name of the artist/group playing a song. Though many new songs sound the same to me... Charles

DWIGHT COOK [Shotgun] (Houston, TX) Hello Jim, your newsletter is great! I wanted to pass along that I have found social media both beneficial and addictive. I have made a number of great contacts and know breaking news before it is announced on TV. The new social media seems a waste of time at first blush but it is the new way to stay connected and market. It’s all about relationships, as your network members transparently share something about themselves personally you build relationships. Studies indicate that many thirty and twenty somethings do not trust anyone till they have credibility through relationships. I help clients with social media and I would love to connect with my radio friends: (http://twitter.com/dwightcook) (www.dwightcook.com) Visit these web sites: (www.soundworks.com) (www.christwebs.com) (www.dataslap.com) Dwight "Shotgun" Cook

TRIVIA ANSWER: Legendary Rock and R&B singer Bo Diddley's birth name is Otha Ellas Bates McDaniel.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Times haven't changed much in Washington DC in over 100 years. Witness this quote from Teddy Roosevelt! "When the roll is called in the US Senate, the Senators aren't quite sure how to reply..."Present!" or " Not Guilty!"

P.J. O'ROURKE (November 14, 1947-p) If you think health care is expensive now, Wait until you see what it costs when it's free!

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January 16, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #609

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

CITADEL TRIMS STAFF

Citadel's first big name layoff in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2008 is on Monday, March 3, 2008 when Melanie Morgan, Conservative morning show cohost on talk radio powerhouse KSFO-560, vacates her 5-9 am spot on the dial. As part of Citidel’s across-the-board cost-cuts, the big chiefs in the teepee decide not to renew Melanie’s contract even though she is a fixture on KSFO for the past 14 years (1994-2008). As most of us well know, this far exceeds radio standards for longevity. FYI: Morgan is the wife of KGO OM Jack Swanson. Several sources point to lay-offs at Citidel Newstalk KGO-810, too. Among those we find on the exit ramp are long-time employees: Gregg Jarrett (news anchor); Greg Edmonds (East Bay reporter); Harry Hall (producer); David Rich (internet producer) and GM Mickey Luckoff's secretary of 41 years, Sue Ostrom. As Petula Clark says in her summer 1966 #11 hit tune it's A Sign of the Times.

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L.A. INDIE DUO FLIPS

Here's yet another sign of the times. In a morning meeting on Thursday, January 15, 2009 Entravision removes the format plus all DJs and programming staff from Alternative duo KDLD FM/KDLE FM Santa Monica/Newport Beach, CA (Indie 103.1) that serves the greater Los Angeles, CA market in favor of a loop rotation of a few tunes. A message says Indie can no longer compete with the corporate radio game. A new format expects to air this weekend but nothing tells us what it is. Rolling Stone once calls Indie the coolest commercial station in America. Indie moves its Alternative format online. For biting edge information on this situation check out Indie's Web site (www.indie1031.com). Max Tolkoff, former Indie PD, is readily available at skuldor@att.net.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What Saturday Night Live cast member plays Kap'n Karl on Pee-wee's Playhouse? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•STEVE JOBS - Breaking News from ABCNEWS.com on Wednesday evening, January 14, 2009: Apple CEO admits to more complex health issues takes medical leave. •KEVIN MARTIN FCC chairman says on Thursday, January 15, 2009 that he resigns from the FCC effective January 20th to become a senior fellow at the Aspen Institute in Washington. President-elect Barack Obama nominates his Harvard Law School classmate Julius Genachowski as his replacement. •CONSUMER ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATION reports that the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow (CES) in Las Vegas, NV has more than 110,000 in attendance.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1952 RICKY VAN SHELTON CMA 1989 Male Vocalist (Rockin' Years #1-1991) born on January 12th in Grit, VA. •1962 PAUL WEBB bass player with British Techno-Rock band Talk Talk born on January 16th. •1977 DOLLY PARTON's Here You Come Again is the first Gold album of her career on December 27th. •1986 CHLOE ROSE LATTANZI Australian actress and singer born on January 17th.•1991 GARTH BROOKS' Country single Unanswered Prayers races to #1 on Billboard on January 12th. •2006 ANTHONY GALLA-RINI concert accordionist dies on July 30th.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) Jim, Odessa was a hot bed of musicians in those days. Most of them recorded in New Mexico with Norman Petty. Waylon Jennings and Jerry Lee Lewis were playing all the hony tonks. I went to high school with Larry Gatlin. The "Gatlin Family Singers" did a lot of gospel in those days as well as some Pat Boone covers. I lost contract with Larry briefly --but ran into him in Houston in 1967 on the U of H Campus. I was studying philosophy and history. My degree plan required a foreign language and I chose French in anticipation --even then --of one day living in Europe. Hope this is some help. Sincerely, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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DON LOGAN (Shreveport-Benton, LA) Jim, If you could put this out to your readers. A very good writer in Boston is writing a book on George Carlin. Carlin worked here in Shreveport, so any of your old time jock readers who were in the area (1956-57) can pass their info or Carlin stories along to me and I will get it to him. Carlin also worked KXOL, so you guys that knew him there in Ft. Worth, if you have input, get it to me, quick. One question for everybody: A Shreveport radio man Carlin claimed got him his job in Boston before he went to Fort Worth was named Homer Odom, who worked for McLendon. I worked for McLendon in 59 in Shreveport and he was gone when I got here. Anyone with info on Homer, email don@dandydonlogan.com Visit my web-site: www.dandydonlogan.com NEW CD - 'Song About Dry Prong' to be released early 2009! - Read a complete chapter on Dandy Don in the new book, Shreveport In Black and White.

MIKE MARSHALL (Houston, TX) Jim, although I've retired, I'm still doing service calls for former customers. I have an appointment Wednesday 1-14 near, guess where? Memorial and Kirkwood at about 2. I'm not sure how long it will take, but I thought I could pop by your place for a visit after I've finished. Call me tomorrow if that will work for you. If not, we'll get together another time. I don't have time to find it now, but somewhere I have a newspaper ad from the Dallas Morning News showing you and me together at WFAA. I'll dig it out and make a copy for you. Cheers, Mike Marshall

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hello Jimmy Boy, Please feel free to pass my email address on to Mike Cannon and anyone else who you deem trustworthy. Mike was still in high school when he came to work for KENR. He is the only person I know of who started right out in a major market without ever having to go through the rigors of small town radio. It took me 19 years to get to Houston. I was very happy to see that he had landed on his feet after getting put on the same KENR exit ramp I traveled. I was already in my middle 50s and I never made it back to "big time radio". It is h*** trying to land a job at that age no matter how much talent you have. I later learned that one young PD at another Houston radio station confided that his first order of business was to get rid of DJs old enough to be his father. He was referring to me and he kept his word. He congratulated me on a Tuesday for the best A.M. drive book that the station had ever had then he called me in on Friday and gave me the ax. I sued the station for age discrimination and they settled out of court.

TRIVIA ANSWER: Saturday Night Live cast member Phil Hartman plays Kap'n Karl on Pee-wee's Playhouse.

JIMMY RABBITT El Conejo is going "Back To The Beach" with the Greatest Rock and Roll of All Time! Saturday, January 17, 2009 from 3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming at http://KOCIRadio.com He's so Cool! Be there or be square!

MIKE HARTMAN (Ft. Worth-Joshua, TX) Subject: Judge Roy Moore - something to think about. Jim...Thanks for sending that. Political correctness, moral relativism (Your truth isn't my truth), and the ACLU ultimately have one enemy...Christianity. How dare them believe that Jesus is the only way to Heaven. Remember, we don't want to offend anyone. Even the atheist. And if you notice on certain talk shows where political correctness flourishes, two scriptures are thrown at the "intolerant"..."Judge not, lest you be judged" and "Love one another". And...if the truth be known, moat of the time these scriptures are used out of context. Especially if someone, most notably a Christian, says he or she believes that same sex relationships are sinful. The same argument applies to abortion. Except, of course, that a group of lilly livered Supreme Court judges made that legal. Look at slavery. It was legal in parts of this nation for many many years. But, thank God, it was abolished. I pray the same thing can happen to abortion. Unless the mother's health is at risk. That's my personal opinion. Reason being, that happened to my wife and I...there truly was a life threatening situation facing my wife. Even with an excuse like that, it still hurts. That's why it's heartbreaking to me when women have abortions for reasons of convenience. The saying is so true..."The most dangerous place in America today is the womb". Abortion, by the way, is big business. If someone is against same sex relationships and abortion...under the guidelines of political correctness...they're usually tossed into the category of the extremist. You can't just disagree. It's either one extreme or the other. And those are just two examples. A born again believer, lead by the Holy Spririt can be delivered out of lifestyles and habits that are contrary to God's will. Does God guarantee it will be easy or painless? No. But, He does guarantee that He'll never forsake or leave us. Jim, as I type this, I believe the Lord Jesus Christ is all the Holy Scriptures (Genesis through Revelations) proclaim Him to be. May God, in Jesus' Holy Name, bless you and yours...and may He bless this nation of ours. Take care of yourself and let me know how your surgery came out. Mike

RAY WHITWORTH (D/FW-Arlington, TX) Subject: Judge Roy Moore - something to think about... No can do JIm. Judge Moore is not what his image pretends him to be. He has ruled in favor of political cash contributors, spent gov funds on private things (think Ted Stevens slightly) and he believes that Hitler was right about Jews. <American Spectator, Newsweek, Washington Times> Nope this guy is a self promoting fraud. Ray

BERTRAND RUSSELL (1872-1970) What is wanted is not the will to believe, but the will to find out, which is the exact opposite.

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January 14, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #608

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

GOOD WAY TO TELL IF ECONOMY IS BAD

Want to determine just how bad the economy is? The adult industry (porn) experiences a down-turn. The Adult Entertainment Expo, which is the annual get together that runs along side the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, has fewer exhibitors and less fans. An Adult Video News rep, which runs the show, says the exhibitor count drops about 18% from last year. Joy King, VP of special projects at Wicked, estimates that adult entertainment revenue is down more than 20% in 2008. This leads to lower profits and layoffs. Larry Flynt. Hustler mag's head, puts in a semi-satirical request for a federal bailout. Joy explains, Usually we’re recession proof. In my 24 years in the industry, this is the first time I’ve really seen us being affected. King notes, The amount of free porn online is likely hurting the biz as fans look to cut back on spending. In desperation some adult film companies use the show to do what is not normally allowed: sell DVDs. Their solution is to give away T-shirts, calendars and hats with adult DVDs on sale for between $20 and $40.

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SWIFT CRIME INVESTIGATION

CBS TV proclaims that Country super singer Taylor Swift appears on an upcoming episode of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Taylor portrays a teenager by the name of Haley Jones whose parents run a run-down Las Vegas Hotel. CBS says during the show's season her character experiences a series of changes with tragic consequences. To keep us Taylor Swift fans in suspense, CBS TV stores her debut episode's air date in their private folder.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What do cable TV channel CNBC's letters stand for? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•ERICA FARBER R&R President-Publisher exits after 16 1/2 years as R&R integrates into the Nielsen Business Media Entertainment Group. Howard Appelbaum, Billboard publisher/VP of Entertainment for Business Media adds R&R to his duties. Believe that's consolidation. •FRANCE’S STATE-OWNED TV drops prime time ads by 2011 which eliminates $700 million in ad revenue. •RUSSIAN BOX OFFICE receipts create record breaking year in 2008 with regional receipts at $830 million which is up nearly 47% from 2007's $565 million. •U.K. BOX OFFICE grosses for 2008 are up 5% from 2007 to £949 million ($1.44 billion).

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1955 FRED WHITE drummer with Earth Wind and Fire born on January 13th. •1967 JOHNNY CASH & JUNE CARTER record Jackson at Nashville's Columbia Recording Studios on January 11th. •1973 DAN HASELTINE singer with Contemporary Christian band Jars of Clay born on January 12th. •1982 THE OAK RIDGE BOYS' Bobbie Sue releases on MCA records on January 10th. •1990 JOHNNIE RAY Pop singer (Just Walking in the Rain #2-1956) dies of liver failure on February 25th. •2004 MARTINA MCBRIDE album Martina earns a Platinum on January 12th.

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ALAN SHAPIRO (Thousand Oaks-Westlake Village, CA) Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#607) Monday, January 12, 2009. Johnny Rose... e mail me. It's good to see your name on this board. I hope you're doing well. You can get me at shapiro11@yahoo.com. Jim, this is a great site...keep up the good work.

KEN SRALLA (Iraq-McAllen, TX) Hi Jim, My last name is spelled Sralla, started my career at KOPY AM/FM, Radio 1070 Clear Channel Alice, Texas covering Corpus Christi-Kingsville-Alice- and fifteen counties in South Texas. 1000w, full time, spanish block programming in the morning. Started as a part time announcer with a high school program at the age of 16 and ended up as part owner of the stations..Also, play by play high school sports, and Texas A&I University Network (A&M). Also, KERV, Kerrville, High School Sports and Outdoor Hunting and Fishing Show. -K

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DR. JEFF CUNNINGHAM (Austin-Kyle, TX) I have to tell you, I went to see Marley and Me as well, and Dunaway isn't the only one that teared up, even though it is hard to imagine Dunaway crying over anything but money (yuk yuk). The movie is a good one, though. In retrospect it was not about the death of a dog, but the life of a family and Marley was a member of the family. He still is. I will never get over losing my beloved Bassett Hound, Angela Bassett and I still tear up at the loss of my Beagle, Snoopy. But the love they gave me outweighs the loss I felt then and now. But, I think back and see all the friends and love that I have had in this world and none of it compares to the unconditional love of a child or a dog. I have had the good fortune to have both. Jeff Cunningham, DC (www.zoesplaceclinic.com) (www.myspace.com/drjeffcunningham)

JOHN VANVLECK (Austin, TX) I got your site from Google website, I live near Austin TX and I was an aquaintence with a DJ named Jay Thomas in 67-68 when he was a late night DJ on KFMK FM based at the Medical Arts Bldg in Houston and wondered if he was still around. You are welcome to keep my address for you records. Thanks for response.

MIKE CANNON (Houston, TX) The stories from George Lester seem to be missing something. Like an intro of some sort. I'd suggest a corn-pone drawn out voice saying something like "Hey, Mister Lester". Tell my old friend hello for me from that youngun he worked with at KENR in another life. And feel free to pass my email address along to him. You're in my prayers regarding your health issues. Mike Cannon, Director of Broadcast Operations, Houston Astros Baseball Club

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hi Jim! One day 1957, when I worked for KRGV RADI0/TV in Weslaco, Texas, I entered the building anticipating a rush of refrigerated air to bring relief from the scorching heat outside only to discover it was almost as hot inside. The air conditioner had quit working. The kindly station owner came around and informed us that it might take a while to get the air conditioner fixed because all the local repairmen were swamped.. He suggested that we dress comfortably in the meantime. He added that, under the circumstances, bathing suits were not out of the question. The next day that I came to work wearing Bermuda shorts and a T-shirt. Most of the other employees were attired in similar clothing, but one gorgeous young lady took the owner up on his offer. She paraded around all day in a scanty bikini. It was difficult for all us male employees to keep our minds on our work that day. To be perfectly honest, I was in no hurry for the air conditioner to be repaired. George Lester

DAVID PERKINS (D/FW, TX) Hey, Jimbo and Tejas (good girl!) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Sorry I'm so late. But first, hope your enraged Prostrate is fine. I know you and you're always on the cutting edge of something! Now, my wife and I went up to visit the grandkids in Pennsylvania and swung by my old, old, old radio stomping grounds in New York City. For a year I was the morning man on WTHE (The Sound Of Country Music) with studios and transmitter in Queens. It was too cold for this Cowtown boy and after a year of living in an ice box I came back South. I've forgotten names but I wonder who the PD was there. He was from the NYC area but had worked in Midland and thought Texas radio was the best training ground for jocks in the world. I'll tell at least one story. When I got there, I was rooming with an old high school buddy and called WABC and asked to speak with the PD. I just wanted to say "Howdy" but he thought I wanted to come by for an interview and give him my aircheck. Anyway, he gets another somebody on the phone and together they gently suggest (after laughing with me not at me) that with my Fort Worth accent and all to contact one of the two country stations in the area. I did by the way and this PD, whose name I can't remember made a noon to two pm show for me. Two months later I was doing the mornings. I loved NYC. The fans there were the best of anyplace! But baby, it's cold outside! Jimbo, you take care of yourself. There's only one of you and we'd be lost without you. David Perkins, The Ecumenical Church for the Followers of Christ, The Jesus Christ Said Ministries (www.JesusChristSaid.com)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Cable TV channel CNBC is short for Consumer News and Business Channel.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) As I reflect on 2008, I can say we had a great year: Blacks are happy; Obama was elected. Whites are happy; OJ is in jail. Democrats are happy; George Bush is leaving office. Republicans are happy; Democrats will finally quit saying George Bush stole the election. And all of us are so happy; The election is finally over! I think 2009 will be even better: Immediately after his inauguration, Obama will balance the budget, revive the economy, solve the real estate problem, solve the auto industry problem, solve our gas/alternative energy problem, stop the fires and mudslides in California, ban hurricanes and tornadoes, stop identity theft, reverse global warming, find Osama bin Laden, solve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, get rid of corruption in government and achieve world peace. Then on the 7th day, He will rest...according to the newscasters.

DAVID LETTERMAN (April 12, 1947-p) We can all sleep easy at night knowing that somewhere at any given time, the Foo Fighters are out there fighting Foo.

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January 12, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #607

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

PATRICK SWAYZE IN THE HOSPITAL

As we mention in the December 19, 2008 Issue #597 of JRRR doctors give popular Hollywood actor Patrick Swayze a diagnosis of stage 4 pancreatic cancer in January 2008. Patrick's chemotherapy does not rid his body of the cancer plus it spreads to his liver. His lovely wife of 33 years Lisa Niemi stands firmly beside her man. Swayze says he is going through hell and doesn't think he can survive if it isn't for Lisa. Patrick stars in many great films such as Red Dawn, Black Dog,The Ghost, Dirty Dancing. He has a new role in an A&E TV series called The Beast. In July 2008, Swayze begins to film his new drama series The Beast where he plays an FBI veteran who goes by his own set of rules. John Romano, Executive Producer, says on Friday, January 9, 2009 Swayze only misses one day of shooting. William Rotko, creator of The Beast , says The cast and crew often forgot that Swayze was even sick. Travis Fimmel, Swayze's rookie partner in The Beast , says The sickest thing about him on set is probably his jokes. Patrick battles pancreatic cancer throughout 2008. He is very is upset with the rag mags' death watch. But on Friday, January 9, 2009 the 56-year-old Patrick Swayze checks himself into a hospital. He misses his press conference in Los Angeles to promote his new cable TV series. A&E President and General Manager Robert DeBitetto says, Patrick has asked me that I tell you that he has checked himself into the hospital this morning for observation after coming down with pneumonia. Chemotherapy can take a toll on the immune system, and illnesses are a part of that. This comes just days after we watch and hear him tell ABC's Barbara Walters that he prays for a miracle but admits that he doesn't have much time to live, I'd say five years is pretty wishful thinking. Two years seems likely if you're going to believe the statistics. I want to last until they find a cure, which means I'd better get a fire under it. I keep my heart and soul and my spirit open to miracles. I pray. We pray that a miracle envelopes Patrick Swayze and completely cures him of any traces of cancer. Patrick's new TV series The Beast debuts on A&E on January 15, 2009. DeBitetto says [Patrick] thanks everybody for all the outpouring of support that he's received recently. We hope to see him back on his feet soon.

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CLASSIC COOL RENFROW

Longtime Houston, TX Pop Standards DJ-Big Band conductor Ronnie Renfrow is back in the radio saddle again this time on CBS Radio Talk KIKK-650 with Classic Cool Radio 650. Ronnie features the same basic Pop Standards format as before on the legandary KQUE FM (102.9) which is the sister station of Country KNUZ-1230. For decades David Morris is the original owner-GM of the two radio stations until he accepts an offer he cannot refuse. KQUE FM's Pop Standards format disappears in favor of a more Top 40 style. KNUZ's Country music vanishes. Its call letters switch into KQUE-1230 with the Pop Standards format but loyal fans rebel and go elsewhere for their music. Another sale. More changes. KQUE FM becomes KLTN FM with music from south of the border. The same goes for KQUE-1230. But Ronnie Renfrow brings the Pop Standards format back to Houston on KIKK-650 daily Monday-Friday from 4 pm until sign-off.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What 1970s Indianapolis, IN TV weatherman once forecasts hail the size of canned hams?

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•PAULA ZAHN former Houston, TX news anchor on CBS KHOU-TV CH11 & NBC KPRC-TV CH2 in the early 1980s and on CNN and FNC begins her new assignment in November 2008 as co-host of Sunday Arts on PBS WNET TV CH13 NYC. Paula adds another gig as she signs on in 2009 with Investigation Discover to develop a weekly newsmagazine. Salute! •MARK LEVEN Conservative Talk host signs multi-year deal with ABC Radio Networks and expands The Mark Levin Show to 3 hours to begin on February 2, 2009. Radio Ink tells us that Mark is close to his 3rd anniversary and has more than 175 affiliates in 9 of the top 10 markets.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1951 BRENDA GAYLE WEBB Loretta Lynn's youngest sister aka Crystal Gayle (Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue #1 Country/#2 Pop-1977) born on January 9th in Paintsville, KY. •1965 WAYNE COYNE singer-bassist with OKC Rock quartet Flaming Lips born on January 13th. •1972 JEANNE PRUETT records Classic single Satin Sheets on December 29th. •1981 HOWIE DAY Pop singer-songwriter born on January 15th in Bangor, MA. •1990 WILLIE NELSON's album Stardust certifies Quadruple-Platinum on January 9th. •2007 HANEKEN (Kentaro Haneda) Japanese pianist-animation movies dies on June 2nd of liver cancer.

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JOHNNY ROSE (Nashville, TN) I live in Nashville. SW side of town. Used to live in Houston. Mid eighties. Lived over in Champion, over by Fitzgeralds. Used to go to Gilleys too, Rockefellers. Corkys. Great Clubs. Any of those places still there? Johnny Rose, Orbison Music Productions

KEN SRALLA (Iraq & McAllen, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#606-1031) January 09, 2009 [Friday] thanks for the site for Jim Rose, got it. I'm now in Mcallen at the Mexican border. -k

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JOHN HALE (Austin-Cedar Park, TX) Jim, Pass on to George Lester if you will that "Darn, you talk pretty!" It reminds me of a line out of "Blazing Saddles"...If I'd have been able to express myself so well, I might have been major market my entire career. Merry Christmas to you and Tejas...and speaking as someone who has his own prostate issues (Don't all of us guys over about fifty years old?) you are in my prayers and I hope everything goes smoothly for you. Yours Truly, John Hale, Mobile Magic Music (33.Music) "We're at the best parties!"

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#606-32) January 09, 2009 [Friday] Get the hook and drag George Lester off the stage after that horrible joke. Is there no censorship to JRRR. Please you're killing us. Dr. Bruce KFTX Corpus Christi.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hi Jim (and Jerry Miller), In answer to how many stations I have worked for. I once sat down and counted them. The best I can remember is there were 26 changes and 22 different stations during my 38 year career. I worked for four stations twice. KTSA was one of them. Once a fellow, who was known for his longevity, asked me "George, why do you move around so much?" I told him that when they fire me I can't see much sense in hanging around anymore. George Lester

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Good evening, Jim & Tejas; Did you know his (Elvis) twin, Jesse Garon was stillborn & buried in a shoebox in an unmarked grave in Tupelo by his parents?? Thanks for your JRRR and your friendship since our July 27 meeting. BOB & Sonny Lee

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Hey, Jim...I loved your Robert Duvall quote about critics and thought I'd pass along my favorite 'critic' definition: A critic is someone who rides in after the battle and shoots the wounded." - Honoré de Balzac (1799–1850) French novelist and playwright. My best to you and your readers and wishes for a Super Fine 2009. Dan McCurdy - Charlie Brown/Dan Patrick, KLIF, KBOX -Dallas; WMEX-Boston; Inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004.

JOHN LACKNESS (San Antonio-Schertz, Tx) Hi Jim! Mark Carrillo forwarded me your page and have enjoyed reading it...even see some guys I used to work with at KCCW and KONO. John Lackness

CHUCK DUNAWAY (Houston, TX) Jim: Kendall and I went to see Marley and Me and both cried our eyes out. It was painfully sad toward the end. Chuck

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) You are still as much of a hoot as ever Jim. Jennifer and I both wish you and Tejas a fine 2009. Thank you very much, for all you do with your Jim Rose Remembers Radio Column Jim. We love it, and it keeps getting better. Talk with you soon. Your Friend, Blake Lindsay, Blazin' Blake Productions: Hearing is Believing! (www.blazinblake.com/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: In the 1970s as a TV weatherman on Indianapolis, IN TV station WLWI (now WTHR) CH13 David Letterman forecasts hail the size of canned hams.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) Happy New Year! "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt next on Saturday January 17th. 3PM-6PM PST - 6PM-9PM EST - 11PM-2AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com/ He's so Cool! Be there or be square!

JOE SOUTH (February 28, 1940-present) Don't it make me want to go home?

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January 09, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #606

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELVIS PRESLEY!

On Thursday, January 8, 2009 we celebrate Elvis Presley's 74th birthday. Can we even imagine The King of Rock'n'Roll in his seventies? During the kick off of the 70th Anniversary of Graceland, CNN's Larry King Live and Entertainment Tonight both cover the event live in Memphis, TN with Priscilla Presley plus a tour of Graceland, the cutting of Elvis' birthday cake and a proclamation of Elvis Presley Day. Can you dig it, baby? Priscilla also introduces us to the newest addition to Graceland - a 10 month old colt. We can see the coverage plus other neat Elvis Presley happenings online at http://Elvis.com

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MORNING SHOW LEAVES

Twentieth Television cancels The Morning Show with Mike and Juliet for the 2009-2010 season. Bob Cook, 20th's P/CEO. says Unfortunately, the current serious economic conditions made it challenging to continue producing the type of unique program that we wanted to deliver. The Morning Show with hosts Mike Jerrick and Juliet Huddy broadcasts live from the Fox studios in NYC, Monday through Friday. The new Morning Show with Mike and Juliet premieres here in Houston on January 22, 2009 at 9 am on Fox KRIV TV CH26 right after the FOX 26 Morning News. Original programs continue in production through June 2009. The show broadcasts daily until September 2009.

OHIO TV ANCHOR AND REPORTER VANISH

The Dayton, Ohio Business Journal reports on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 that a WDTN TV CH2 news anchor plus one reporter's contracts expire in December 2008 which do not renew for 2009. News Anchor/Reporter Mike Schell and Reporter Mandy Sheridan's contracts run out at the end of December 2008 and neither one returns in 2009. Lisa Barhorst, WDTN TV VP/GM, says they will not fill those two positions or Chief Photographer Bob Phillips' spot who recently retires. Barhorst admits those are economic decisions. What we’re doing is the same as any other business. We’re continuously looking at our structure for positive results in this tough economic climate. The NBC affiliate also says that it offers voluntary buyouts to other newsroom employees. Currently, WDTN TV has about 50 people in its newsroom staff. It's a sign of the times.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What recording artist has the most Grammy nominations? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WZEZ FM Pop Standards (EZ 100.5) and Gospel WGGM-820 (Amen 820) Richmond, VA lose two entire staffs plus VP/GM Paul Scott. •JIMMY W. HAYES moves on up from President/COO to CEO of Cox Media Group parent Cox Enterprises. He succeeds James Kennedy who remains Chairman. •MICHAEL MARTIN resigns his VP/Programming spot at the Clear Channel-Los Angeles, CA cluster plus PD of Alternative KYSR FM (98.7). •CHRIS BERRY leaves his President/GM spot at Citadel News/Talk WMAL-630 Washington, D.C. to be VP/GM of Sports KSPN-710 (ESPN) Los Angeles, CA.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 JOHN JARVIS session keyboard player with George Strait, Wynonna and Mary Chapin Carpenter born on January 2nd in Pasadena, CA. •1968 TOM DUMONT guitarist with Ska-Rock quintet No Doubt born on January 11th. •1978 CHRIS HARTMAN keyboard player with Emerson Drive born on January 2nd in Grand Prairie, Alberta, Canada. •1987 DANNY KAYE singer/actor/entertainer dies at 74 on March 3rd. •1996 TRACE ADKINS' (This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing debuts on CMT on December 25th. •2007 PAUL RAVEN British Rock bassist with Ministry/post-Punk band Killing Joke dies at 46 on October 20th.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) Jim, It (KTUN) was 1180 AM... and 1982-83. I started in TV very young...10 or 12. I was doing a ventriloquist act on the local CBS affiliate [KOSA-TV] in Odessa, TX. I made appearances on Funzapoppin (entirely locally produced) and, later, Capn' Mac and his Magic Train'. It was at about the same time Roy Orbison's 'Teen Kings' were doing a regular Sat afternoon show on the same station. I don't think Roy got paid either. A couple of years ago, I found a CD of recordings made of Roy and his 'Teen Kings' while doing their TV show. The audio quality was surprisingly good. Hope this is some help. Sincerely, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jim...I haven't seen notation of the passing of Jack Auldridge in any radio blogs (obit below)...he passed away December 18, 2008 at age 76. He owned Regency Broadcasting in San Angelo and was a part of the 'Charlie and Harrigan' team that replaced Ron Chapman and me on KLIF in 1965. I've known Jack for many years, and have dealt with his daughter, JoAnna Alexander, general manager of KDCD, and KMDX in San Angelo. Regency was recently sold to 4 R Broadcasting, a California company with additional radio holdings in Clovis, NM and Portales, NM. Dan McCurdy - Charlie Brown/Dan Patrick, KLIF, KBOX - Dallas; WMEX- Boston; Inducted into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2004. (http://obituaries.sanangelostandardtimes.com/obit.cfm?ID=10431)

GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook,CA) From what I hear Jim, Harry (Happy Hare Martin) had liver cancer, and went rather quickly. We're all shocked to say the least. A super talent stilled. gary a. (www.garyallyn.com) (http://garyallynsradiopinion.blogspot.com/)

WENDEL HULSE (D/FW-Grand Prairie, TX) Subject: JRRR (#602 - 2008 IN REVIEW) Jim, your explanation of the events of 2008 was a CLASSIC! You very accurately identified events and gave a reasonable explanation of each one using our favorite personalities of the past. I loved it and I will save it for reference in future years. And my most favorite comment was, "James Garner is the only real Maverick." Thanks for giving me something to smile about on this new year's day. Wendel Hulse

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Just a couple of notes in my files for this week: (1) Austin City Limits premiered on PBS 1/2/76 with 42 yr. old Willie Nelson as first guest; (2) Elvis birthday 1/8; Priscilla appears on Entertainment Tonight & Larry King Live on same evening TV shows. Noted your quote-for-day JRRR, 1/7 from Robert Duvall. FYI, the actor turned 78 on 1/5 & I believe he still resides on his farm in Loudon County, VA (about 5 miles from my only son in Leesburg, VA.) This is also near the former estate of the late Arthur Godfrey, which sported it's own runway for the radio-tv-pilot to commute to his NYC shows. (Godfrey 8/31/03-3/16/83 @ 79). Godfrey started his career in nearby Washington, D.C. BOB & Sonny Lee

EVELYN PATE-ALLEN (Kemp-Tool, TX) Subject: Thanks. Jim, several of the men that worked with Sam Pate at KBOX and KLIF called him day before yesterday to wish him Happy Birthday. Will you convey all of them on your web page of Joan and my appreciation. When I called him yesterday, he was very excited when telling me about.

JERRY MILLER [Mueller] (Houston, TX) Gosh, Jim, I've known George Lester for years, but...how many stations has he worked for!?? Seems he has more mileage than a Mayflower Van! Jerry

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) A man wanted to speak to his dearly departed aunt. Someone told him about a woman who could contact the dead. He made an appointment and soon he sat across a table in a dimly lit room and watched as she went through her procedure to reach the other side. After awhile she started to contort her face and make strange noises. Suddenly she smiled and spoke with a voice that was weird and unearthly. She called the man by his name and told him she was his now deceased aunt. She said that she never liked him and that he was only interested in her money. She laughed and laughed and said he would never get a penny of her wealth because she had given it all to charity. As she continued to laugh and tease him he jumped up and punched her right in the face. Then he was arrested. The charges were...STRIKING A HAPPY MEDIUM! Ha ha ha...

TRIVIA ANSWER: Quincy Jones has the most Grammy nominations with 77. Quincy is a composer, artist, arranger, conductor, instrumentalist, record company executive, magazine founder. He also produces records, films, and television shows. Jones produces and conducts the historic We Are The World recording which is the best-selling single of all time. Quincy produces Michael Jackson's solo albums Off The Wall, Bad and Thriller which is the best-selling record album of all time. Quincy Jones is one of the most successful and creative artist/executives in the entire world of entertainment. Salute!

CHARLES BAUDELAIRE (1821-1867) I have more memories than if I were a thousand years old.

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January 07, 2009 [Wednesday]

Issue #605

HAPPY 2009!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TEXAS RADIO LEGEND PASSES

Former Tichenor Media Systems President McHenry Tichenor Sr., who pioneers Spanish-language media, dies at 76 of natural causes on Saturday, January 3, 2009. McHenry's dad starts it all in the 1940s with a radio signal at 1530 kc on our dial in Harlingen, TX which is now KGBT. The Tichenor radio family views early opportunities and expands into Spanish-language radio which becomes Tichenor Media System. McHenry Sr. is the manager of KGBT and later runs the McAllen-Brownsville CBS-TV affiliate. McHenry Jr., also gets into the family radio business very early. He operates TMS until the merger with rival Heftel in 1997. Mac Jr. continues as the big bossman at Hispanic Broadcasting Corporation. He even sticks around for a while after HBC merges with Univision in 2003. Right up until the end, McHenry Tichenor Sr., toils hard for an NFL franchise for his native Rio Grande Valley. The Brownsville Herald has the rest of the story.

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RADIO SUFFERS FIRST CASUALITY FOR 2009

It's time for Don Meridith to sing Willie's Classic tune Turn Out the Lights for Sovereign City Communications syndicated radio format. Sovereign City runs out of gas money - not for their autos but for the entire operation. Sovereign's Green Bay, WI employees catch the winds of change via Mark Follett’s attorney's words on Monday, January 5, 2009. Mark launches Sovereign City Communications in 2007 to produce radio with positive values. Its syndication premieres in 2008 with Wendy Templeton's evening show Wendy in Your Oasis. Later come more dayparts with added staff. Recently Sovereign City's syndication blossoms around the clock 24/7. Sovereign City begins with about 40 employees which is sizable for a small start up company. But Mark Follett’s bankroll only lasts for a little while. Only a limited number of affiliates sign up for the positive values radio format. Certainly not enough to keep the boat afloat. Is this a sign of things to come in 2009? It’s just January 5th. Already we have radio 2009's first casualty.

TRIVIA QUESTION: What two major recording artists turn down the Classic hit tune Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•BILL ASHFORD Album Rock radio pioneer in Denver, Colorado in the 1970s (www.freeformrock.com) at KFML FM (98.6) & KMYR FM (95.7) plus as DJ on KRNW FM (91.3) Boulder, CO & recently OM/AM Drive on WOCA-1370 Ocala, FL dies at 66 on December 10, 2008. •REGENT Classic Rock KMAX FM (94.3) Wellington, CO & Oldies KARS FM (102.9) Ft. Collins, CO now simulcast with a new Classic Hits format. •WKPE FM (103.9) Sandab Cape Cod-South Yarmouth, MA ditches CHR for Cape Country 104 as the first Cape-based Country FM since the mid-1990s.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1953 HANK WILLIAMS SR. dies in the back seat of his Cadillac on January 1st en route to a show in Canton, OH. Doctors at Oak Hill General Hospital in Oak Hill, WV pronounce him dead. •1962 PATRICIA MORRISON bassist/singer with English rock band Sisters Of Mercy born on January 14th. •1976 AUSTIN CITY LIMITS premieres on PBS on January 2nd with 42-year-old Willie Nelson as its first guest. •1989 TRIINU KIVILAAN singer with three-piece European sensation Pop rock/Power pop girl band Vanilla Ninja that forms in Estonia in 2002 born on January 13th. •1998 TERRI CLARK hits #1 in Billboard for the first time on December 26th with You're Easy On The Eyes. •2000 LOUIS QUILICO Canadian baritone opera singer dies at Toronto Western Hospital on July 15th.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) I would be happy to link back to you and have taken the liberty of creating a Jim Rose Remembers Radio 'widget' which, I hope, might drive a few radio afficianados your way. If you like, I can even set you up as a 'contributor' to Class Acts if there is anything that you would like to 'cross post'. Just let me know and I will be happy to do it. 'Class Acts' is sort of my way of doing via the web some of the things the 'consultants' wouldn't let us do on radio. I have original videos, articles, and other embeded videos ---a mult-media experience. As the web gets faster, I hope to stream several 'radio' channels using 'Deltra Trax' or some other automation software. Thanks for your great email...I hope we can stay in touch. A ol' radio guy, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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GARY ALLYN (San Diego-Fallbrook,CA) We lost another great one Jim...and a Texas native too. "Happy Hare"-Harry Martin: We lost a truly unique talent, and a proto-type Morning Air Talent. I was privileged to be Hare’s P.D. at KCBQ in 1968,’69 & 1970. Audiences loved him for his zany enthusiasm. He loved what he did and it showed every day on the air…and off! Radio and all who knew or were touched by Harry will miss this outstanding talent. To paraphrase his oft uttered line: He’ll be "up with angels milking that heavenly public". God Bless you Hap. Gary Allyn (www.garyallyn.com) (http://garyallynsradiopinion.blogspot.com/)

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) The best GM I ever had was Al Saunders at WHLO in Akron, Ohio. He was a golfer and after my morning shift he would often take me to local courses to play. He loved my show and never complained about anything. However, the PD was on me constantly and the newsman I worked with was a ***** too. He would screw up constantly and then try to blame it on me. About that time Bob Magruder offered me morning drive at KBAT and I took it even though it was for a loss in pay. My wife and I wanted to get back to Texas so bad. Al Saunders begged me to stay and even called in the big brass from York Pennsylvania. The PD and newsman caught **** about the whole thing but I wouldn't budge and went back to Texas. Bob Magruder was fun to work for too and I would have to rate him right up there with Al Saunders. Pat Tallman was the PD and you may know, he was one of the all time great guys in the business. When the station was sold and they brought in new management I left the sinking ship to work for KBER and Harrell Banks and you know how that turned out later.

BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Jim, Since I already knew about the Farrrah Fawcett bit I misread your trivia question answer to mean that Gladys had changed the words from "Midnight Plane To Houston" to "Midnight Train To Georgia" when actually it was Cissy Houston that got the permission to do so. Whitney Houston's mom is the unsung hero for having the foresight to know a hit but Janus Records did not promote it. Therefore nobody really heard it until a CD compilation of her work was released. Cissy's version is very similar to Knight's but does not have the production value that the hit had. Such is the story of many first versions of songs that became hits during the Rock & Roll era. Bud

DAN MCCURDY (Sherman, TX) Jim...Strangely enough, I never had to ad lib spots from a newspaper; the stations I worked for had continuity (copy) writers...guess the sales managers didn't trust us to 'punt from the paper'. Ralph (Ron) Chapman and I used to ad lib lots of spots as Charlie and Harrigan on KLIF...Shakey's Pizza (Andy Stacio, owner), First National Bank (Jay Lawrence, Prez)...the Bronco Bowl...and numbers of others. The trick was never to go into an ad lib spot (or a funny bit) without having a punch line in mind to end the bit...that's the secret that many so-so/small-time DJs never figured out...they let their egos overload their mouths, plowed into the fact sheet or copy points and ended most schticks with a whimper and the local time/temp...then to an up-tempo record. Meanwhile, the listeners are saying, "Whatta doofus...I could do better than that." Gordon used to have a sign in the control room that read: "The 3 B's of Good Broadcasting - B-Funny, B-informative or B-Quiet."

TRIVIA ANSWER: Burt Bacharach who writes Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head first offers the song to Bob Dylan and Ray Stevens. But both turn it down. The next person Burt asks is B.J. Thomas and as the saying goes the rest is history. The tune zooms to #1 for 4 weeks, wins a Grammy and sells over a half million copies. B.J. Thomas has the magic touch. B.J. first opens his eyes in Hugo, OK but grows up in Houston, TX suburb Rosenberg. He sings on local TV and at concerts all around our area. So we claim him as our very own pride and joy. The tune's melody shines brightly as the theme song for the legendary 1969 movie Sundance and Butch Cassidy with stars Paul Newman and Robert Redford.

MARK CARRILLO (San Antonio, TX) Brother Jim, Two issues ago you start with the death of either DELANEY or BONNIE but you never say which one died. Some clarity please. Also, Only You Know and I Know is one of the best jams of all time. It rocks and has more soul than a bus full of Stax artists. By the way, Never Ending Song of Love was a hit a dozen years ago or so on the Tejano charts by Ram Herrera. It was sung in English, which is unusual for a Tejano song. I have forwarded your wonderful newsletter to John Lackness an old college bud/ex-jock/audio equipment seller. He’s excited to get it.

ROBERT DUVALL (January 5, 1931-p) Listening to critics is like letting Muhammad Ali decide which astronaut goes to the moon.

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January 05, 2009 [Monday]

Issue #604

HAPPY 2009!

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

TV NETWORKS PULL REPORTERS

NBC TV's Tom Brokaw puts down President George W. Bush's troop surge as a folly. He says the war is a lost cause. But President Bush's troop surge has great success in the war in Iraq. American troop deaths are at their lowest level since the Iraq war begins in March 2003. The Iraqi civilian death toll also drops sharply in 2008. With no more heavy death tolls to proclaim, all three non-cable American TV networks with evening news - ABC, CBS and NBC - decide to pull their full time reporters out of Iraq. Correspondent Brian Stelter says the lack of violence means the networks show less interest in the war in Iraq:. Representatives for the networks emphasized that they would continue to cover the war and said the staff adjustments reflected the evolution of the conflict in Iraq from a story primarily about violence to one about reconstruction and politics.

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RADIO TRANSMITTER STOLEN

In the Maldon District of Burnham, Essex, England thieves steal the transmitter of community radio station Saint FM (94.7) at around 8:30pm on Tuesday evening, December 30, 2008 which knocks the station off the air. Saint FM Station Organiser Sandra Amey Martin tells the Maldon and Burnham Standard newspaper that everyone is shocked and dismayed after hearing the news. We’re all extremely upset and disgusted someone would do this. We live in quite a rural area and offer a vital service to a lot of people who don’t all have internet access and have lost complete contact with us. At the moment we’re completely off air and we don’t know how long it will be for. Ms. Martin says We are, though, still broadcasting our full schedule online at www.saintfm.org.uk and we would love you to join us there! We'll be back as soon as possible on 94.7 fm. Ofcom awards Saint FM their community radio license in May 2006. Programming launches in December 2007.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who has a hit with the song Without You? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•MARK MAYS Clear Channel CEO sends upbeat message to staff on Thursday, January 1, 2009 that outlines the CC's strategy for the 2009 recession and encourages his staff to remain optimistic. •DENNIS MILLER Westwood One talk host moves his affiliation from Buckley Talk WOR-710 NYC to crosstown rival Salem Talk WNYM-970 (The Talk of NY) Hackensack, NJ (11 am-1 pm) beginning on Monday, January 5, 2009. •MINDY ABBOT is new midday DJ on Forever AC WSTV FM (Star 103-7) Frankfort, KY. •REUTERS reports that Sirius XM issues 108.1 million shares in exchange for notes due in 2009 to reduce its debt.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1954 JOHN JARVIS writer of Vince Gill's I Still Believe In You, Steve Wariner's Small Town Girl and Conway Twitty's Julia born on January 2nd in Pasadena, CA. •1963 SIMON COHEN drummer with London New Wave band Roman Holliday born on January 11th. •1975 JOHN DENVER's single Back Home Again hits Gold on January 3rd. •1999 LEE ANN WOMACK and record producer Frank Liddell have their daughter Anna Lise on January 3rd in Nashville, TN. •2002 TERESA GRAVES actress/singer Houston, TX native dies on October 10th when her home catches fire.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) Jim, I never worked Austin, though. After leaving KENR, I got into 'corporate consulting', teaching corporate execs how to be interviewed without looking like the a***s most of them were. The money was very good --but as I did that, I was building up a commercial photography clientele and shot catalogs for some major retailers and shopping malls from New York to Chicago to San Francisco. My last DJ gig was between 'catalog' assignments --a small station in North metro Houston, KTUN. It was the most fun I EVER had on radio. The owners had hired a a Los Angeles PD who told me to forget the format --just play what I liked! Wow!!! I never had so much fun! I was married for twenty years but my English wife died in 1989 and was a bachelor for many years. I met my Swiss wife online, returned to Europe, connected up and did Florence and the lovely villages around Geneva. We decided to marry. I moved here two years ago and Vera and I live just minutes from downtown Geneva. The climate is great, but a bit cold for about two months around Christmas. Summers are great. My American ex-pat friend, Matthew Stevenson, and I were doing a syndicated travel program for a while. We were on Portland, for about six months but couldn't manage to turn that into a springboard for wider syndication. After that, a Christian station in France picked us up but cancelled us when the owner (an American ex-pat) become convinced that we were practicing Satanists. So --please, add my email add to your subscription list. I was using Feedblitz for awhile until I had feed problems. I believe my 'feed' is OK on Class Acts and will probably add Feedblitz to the mix. Thanks for your great email...I hope we can stay in touch. A ol' radio guy, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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BUD BUSCHARDT (Dallas, TX) Subject: Happy New Year! Hope this year is a lot better for you (and almost everyone else) than 2008. Best wishes on your surgery and have a speedy recovery. FYI on recent trivia question: Cissy Houston (Whitney's mother) had the first version of "Midnight Train To Georgia" on Janus Records about a year before Gladys Knight. She was the first to change and use (with approval) the changed lyrics of "Midnight Train To Houston" rather than Gladys. Bud

THE WHOLE IDEA behind the trivia question about the Classic tune Midnight Train to Georgia is to tie the songwriter, Jim Weatherly, and song to Farrah Fawcett that most of us folks do not know about until it surfaces here in JRRR. Who remembers Sissy Houston's version of Midnight Train to Georgia? We never hear it on the radio. Sissy only has one single on Billboard - Be My Baby - but it's what we in radio call a stiff because its highest position is #92. Many other artists also record Midnight Train to Georgia. But, it takes Gladys Knight and the Pips to bring the song to Classic Evergreen status. Gladys Knight's version hits #1 on Billboard in fall 1973 and sells over a half million copies. It is one of my all time favorite tunes.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hi again Jim, Another saga from my radio memories. In 1957 I worked at KMLB in Monroe, Louisiana. We were in a shack in the middle of a cotton patch and I was all alone. A vicious thunder storm hit suddenly. The back door was always kept open to keep the transmitter cool. I heard a strange noise coming from that direction. When I opened the door I saw that the blowing rain was hitting the transmitter and miniature lightning bolts were dancing all around. I ran past the transmitter as fast as I could, jumped through the open door and slammed it shut behind me. By the time I got back to the front door I was soaked to the skin. As soon as the transmitter stopped sparking I took off my clothes and hung them there to dry. As I was sitting at the control board clad only in my underwear and shivering from the cold the manager walked through the door. He turned a deaf ear to my explanation of what had just happened. The next day there was a note on the bulletin board. RADIO PERSONNEL WILL REMAINED FULLY CLOTHED AT ALL TIMES. Not a word was said about how I had single handedly saved the transmitter and possibly the whole building from burning down.

BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) An old friend in radio (now RET) wants me to ask you if you recall a "morn-man" KULF, Houston about 1979 name of Bobby Noack. My friend says this man now uses name, Bob McClain as PD of WORD, Spartanburg, SC & sis sta WYRD, Greenville, SC. Know him?? I'll relay your message. best to you both for Christmas. BOB

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) I appreciate your helpful caring plug for my book very much. I love your column as much as ever. Please keep it up. Your Friend, Blake, Blazin' Blake Productions: Hearing is Believing! (www.blazinblake.com/)

TRIVIA ANSWER: Rock group Badfinger writes and originally records the great tune Without You but it does not even reach Billboard's Pop chart. Harry Nilsson's version of the ballad, Without You, becomes a #1 all time Classic hit right after Christmas 1971. In 1994, Mariah Carey revives the tune for a #3 spot on Billboard.

JIMMY RABBITT (Grand Junction, CO) "Back On The Beach" with Jimmy Rabbitt is Saturday January 10th. 3pm-6pm PST, 6pm-9pm EST, 11pm-2am GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com The next "Rock n' Blues Lab" with Jimmy Rabbitt Tuesday December 30th 2-5pm CDT on http://KAFMradio.org/

SAMUEL TAYLOR COLERIDGE (1772-1834) Alone, alone,—all, all alone; Alone on a wide, wide sea. The Ancient Mariner. Part IV.

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January 02, 2009 [Friday]

Issue #603

ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS

SEVENTIES ROCK ICON DIES

A singer-songwriter-producer who teams with the likes of Eric Clapton and George Harrison on 1970s Rock classics dies at 69 just before 5 am on Saturday, December 28, 2008 at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center in Los Angeles from complications of gall-bladder surgery. Delaney Bramlett and his wife Bonnie form Rock duo Delaney & Bonnie. They have a jam session smash with their Never Ending Song of Love which reaches #13 on Billboard's Pop chart in the summer of 1971. The idea is to make a record that sounds like a bunch of musicians who jam in their motel room while on tour. Many other artists cover the great tune. In fall 1971 Dickey Lee's version hits #8 on Billboard's Country chart. The Mississippi native Delaney has a music business career that spans 50 years. In December 1969, Bonnie Bramlett releases a single on Atlantic records, Groupie, that she co-writes with Leon Russell. In September 1971, Karen Carpenter takes the tune to #2 on the Billboard Pop charts but with a different name, Superstar. It sells over a half million copies for the Carpenters. Others who record the tune are Usher, Luther Vandross, Bette Midler. Recently, Sonic Youth's version shows up in the Grammy-nominated soundtrack of the movie Juno. Delaney co-writes Let it Rain with British guitarist Eric Clapton, who also records the song. More than 100 artists record the tune and that includes Ray Charles in an LP. In late 1993, Bonnie Bramlett's daughter, Bekka (The Zoo), replaces Stevie Nicks in Fleetwood Mac.

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2008 MUSIC SALES TOP 1.5 BILLION

According to Nielsen SoundScan 2008 sales of music scores 1,513 million units. This is the first time ever in the USA that music sales rise above 1.5 billion units but digital sales are the key. Overall album sales fall 8.5% but digital album sales top 32%. In 2008, more music fans buy digital albums than ever before with 65.8 million sales. In 2008, Vinyl record sales is the real surprise with an increase of 89% which is a total of 1.88 million. 2008 sees over 1 billion digital track sales. Rihanna is the top selling digital artist. Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis is the top selling digital song. Viva La Vida by Coldplay is tops in digital album sales. According to Nielsen SoundScan, Radiohead's In Rainbows is 2008's LP of The Year with sales of 25,800 units. Hold onto your hats because 2008's second biggest LP goes to the Beatles for Abbey Road. Radiohead is also the biggest selling vinyl artist of 2008 for 61,000 units. Number 2 is Metallica with 39,500 units. Number 3 biggest selling vinyl artist of 2008 is The Beatles for 20,400 units. With a boost by vinyl sales, Axl Rose's album Chinese Democracy makes the Top 10 with 13,600 LPs. In the USA, Taylor Swift sells more music than anyone else in 2008. According to Nielsen SoundScan, Taylor Swift sells a total of 4,003,000 albums during 2008. USA Rock albums sell 139,666,000 in 2008. Country is #5 with 47,657,000 sales.

TRIVIA QUESTION: Who is the inspiration for Gladys Knight & The Pips hit Midnight Train To Georgia? The answer appears below.

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

•WHAT A WAY TO GO Ketzel Levine NPR reporter for over 20 years begins series on dealing with the difficult economy back in September 2008 ends with a story about her own layoff. •CHRIS CARLIN morning sports anchor on WFAN-660 NYC leaves to continue as host of SNY shows like Beer Money adds pre- and post-game Mets shows on SportsNet NYC. Chris remains in radio but not on WFAN. because he’s the new voice of Rutgers sports. •WHBO-1470 Genesis Communications Sports Tampa-Dunedin. FL switches to Mega Memories with ABC Radio's Timeless Music format.

ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES

•1959 KATHY VALENTINE bass with female Rock group The Go-Go's born on January 7th. •1966 JACK GREENE's There Goes My Everything begins 7-weeks at #1 on Billboard's Country singles chart on December 24th. •1978 CHRIS BELL singer/songwriter/guitarist/co-founder of Power Pop band Big Star dies on December 27th. •1987 KENNY CHESNEY receives his first electric guitar for Christmas on December 25th. •1997 MICHAEL HUTCHENCE lead singer with Rock sextet INXS dies on November 22nd. •2006 SUGARLAND's single Want To reaches #1 on Billboard's Country chart on December 23rd.

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LEN HART (Geneva, Switzerland) Jim, Sounds like we just missed each other at KULF. I was doing news at KULF. At that time, the jocks included Scotty Brink, Chuck Buell (WLS alumnus) Steve Lundy (afternoons, as I recall) I left to become News Dir at KENR. Lundy moved over to KENR a bit later, if I am remembering correctly. I never heard Lundy say an unkind word. One of the great radio voices of all time. Looks like we kept missing each other LOL...Thanks for your great email...I hope we can stay in touch. A ol' radio guy, Len (http://classicacts.blogspot.com/)

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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger] (Houston-Jersey Village, TX) Just learned of death yesterday (in L.A.) of singer, songwriter, record producer, Delaney Bramlett @69 from complications of gall-bladder surgery. His southern-blues-rock group with then-wife Bonnie, scored a smash hit in mid-1971:"Never Ending Song of Love," (recorded by 100 artists) & his career spanned 5 decades. He recently released a new album, :"A New Kind of Blues." His daughter Bekka (B.4/19/68) is a solo rec.artist. Delaney co-wrote, "Let It Rain" w/ Eric Clapton & he produced records by Etta James & Elvin Bishop, etc. Know you'll have much more on this story...just a heads-up from BOB.

GEORGE LESTER (Palestine-Elkhart, TX) Hi Jim, One of my most bazaar experiences happened in 1957 shortly after I assumed my morning duties at KUZN in West Monroe, Louisiana. The program director had supplied me with a key for the front door because I would be the one opening up each morning. I took nothing for granted so I tried the key to make sure it worked. It did. I hopped out of bed the next morning and took my refreshing morning walk to work. I ran briskly up the stairs, placed my key in the lock and turned it. The door wouldn’t budge. I tried several times. No success at all. I sat down on the steps and contemplated what to do next. Then I remembered that the back window to the control room was never locked because we liked to open it for fresh air. I walked around to the back of the building and looked for a way to climb to the second floor. As luck would have it, there was a power pole with spike steps driven into it. I climbed up the pole, stepped onto the shelter covering the sidewalk, walked across it and then opened the control room window and crawled through. I fired up the radio station and got on the air in plenty of time. It seems the door had a second lock toward the bottom and my key didn’t work in it.

BARBARA ORBISON [Roy Orbison Enterprises] (Nashville, TN) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#602-36) December 31, 2008 [Wednesday] Happy 2009!! This comes with wishes for love, joy, serenity and abundance - hope to see you soon. Lots of love + hugs B (www.RoyOrbison.com)

DR. BRUCE NELSON (Corpus Christi, TX) Happy New Year Jim. Hope you get some of your problems behind you the NEW year! Dr. Bruce

JOE LADD (Houston, TX) Hey Jim. Sorry to hear about your prostrate problems. I know you’ll beat this in a heartbeat… after all this is nothing compared to the radio wars you been in ……Hang tuff and a Merry Christmas. Joe Ladd

WAYNE GRAHAM (Niles, MI) Subject: On the move again and growing in 2008! On the move in 2009! (www.waynegrahamministries.org)

CHUCK CASHMERE (San Diego, CA) Subject: Jim Rose Remembers Radio (#551-35) September 3, 2008 [Wednesday] Hi Jim, sorry to read about your surgery I hope the road to recovery is swift. I saw an email from Arch and Jan Yancy shortly after that item; needless to say I immediately had to call for the paramedics. I plan to return to Houston on a visit in 2009 and maybe I can arrange a time when some of the old KNUZ/KQ staff might be having a drink. U know I'd be good for a round even though I'm not much of a drinker. It would be great to have Yancy or any of the ole crew e mail me at chuckcashmere@yahoo.com.

BLAKE LINDSAY (D/FW-Addison, TX) Hi Jim! Jennifer and I returned from IN, a few minutes ago. Our plane was delayed for four hours, so we are sure happy to be back, and getting unpacked. Thank you for the plug... Talk with you soon, and I hope you had a great big Merry Christmas, as opposed to a Merry little one that people often wish me. Your Friend, Blake (www.blazinblake.com)

JIMMY RABBITT Happy New Year! from The Rabbitt Report "The Rabbitt Report's New Years Eve Special" Wednesday January 7th. 6PM - 9PM PST - 9PM - Midnight EST - 2AM - 5AM GMT on 101.5 KOCI FM Newport Beach, California streaming on http://KOCIRadio.com He's so Cool! Be there or be square!

TRIVIA ANSWER: Before she becomes one of Charlie’s Angels, actress Farrah Fawcett has a co-starring role in Midnight Plane to Houston. Famous songwriter Jim Weatherly uses Farrah as his inspiration for the title song. Gladys Knight & The Pips change the title of the song to Midnight Train to Georgia and they win a Grammy on March 2, 1974.

OSCAR WILDE (1854-1900) I was working on the proof of one of my poems all the morning, and took out a comma. In the afternoon I put it back again.

Jim Rose and Tejas

Houston, Texas - En Dieu nous croyons