WIRE-AM 1430 Indianapolis Scrapbook

Collection

Identifier: MUSIC-020

Staff Only

Collection Overview

Scope and Contents

Scrapbook includes photographs from community events and "behind the scenes" at the station; radio personality bios; ratings and other administrative documents; promotional materials; newspaper articles; and sample programming lists.

Dates

Creation: 1981 - 1983

Extent

.5 Cubic Feet (one scrapbook)

Biographical / Historical

WIRE-AM 1430, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, was on the air from 1935-1990. The country music station achieved enormous ratings success in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. David Letterman purportedly worked at the station early in his career. The station was also known for its sports broadcasting and community service events.

Conditions Governing Use

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