Robert L. Coe papers

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Robert L. Coe papers

1902-1975 and undated (majority 1925-1968 and undated)

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Robert Coe was an executive in charge of affiliate relations for both the Dumont (1952-1955) and ABC (1955-1967) television networks. He first operated an amateur radio station in 1917, and helped start station KSD in St. Louis in 1921. The collection documents his career in broadcasting and in teaching. It includes biographical materials, radio licenses, correspondence, writings, teaching notes and awards. Inclusive dates are from Coe's birth in 1902 to his death in 1975, with some material donated to the Library in 1985 by his wife.

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University of Maryland (College Park, Md.). Libraries

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University of Maryland (College Park, Md.). Libraries

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Coe, Robert L., 1902-1975

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