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WIBA-FM Tower
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WIBA-FM, 45,000 watts, tower was built at Blue Mounds Park, and radiated power starting about June 10, 1948. WIBA was established in 1925 by The Capital Times and was affiliated with the National Broadcasting Company on July 18, 1931. Men are working near the top of the tower.
May 26, 1948
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer) |
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| Date Created | May 26, 1948 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 11 x 13 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962 |
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| Call Number | PH 6442.1687A |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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WIBA-FM Tower And Transmitting Station
July 19, 1948
The higher antenna of the WIBA tower and transmitting station increased the power of the station for the newly operational FM transmission at the Blue Mounds site. The temporary tower was 50 feet h...
WIBA-FM Tower And Transmitting Station
July 19, 1948
Norman Hahn, chief engineer for WIBA and WIBA-FM, is shown at one section of the 10,000 watt transmitter.
Window Display Featuring FM Radio Broadcasting
March 4, 1948
Window display featuring RCA Victor radios and station WIBA advertising the new FM broadcasting service.
Window Display Featuring FM Radio Broadcasting
March 4, 1948
Corner window display featuring Zenith Radios and station WIBA advertising the new FM broadcasting service.
Radio Station WIBA Building under Construction
December 20, 1947
Exterior view of the new building for radio station WIBA under construction. There are piles of snow and building supplies around an entrance.
Man at WIBA Microphone
August 18, 1948
Unidentified young man (Landsman?) seated at a table with a WIBA microphone.
