Barton, Frank D., 1909-

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Frank D. Barton (1909- ) played trumpet for several dance and big bands in California before joining the National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) as a radio and television announcer from 1936-1974. He was announcer for the radio program "One Man's Family" from 1947-1959 and on television he performed for the "Bob Hope Specials" from 1958-1974, the "Dean Martin Show" from 1965-1974, the Emmy and Academy Awards and the Andy Williams Show.

From the description of Papers, 1932-1977. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 29573851

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Television announcing
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Birth 1909

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