Oral history interview with David P. Stone; 1982 August 28; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1982 Aug. 28.

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Oral history interview with David P. Stone; 1982 August 28; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1982 Aug. 28.

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Broadcaster David P. Stone recalls his experiences working in Nashville radio during the 1930s. Discussion includes his family history and early career; his start in broadcasting at WLAC Nashville; his move to WSM Nashville; hosting the Grand Ole Opry; experiences working with live radio; managing the WSM booking service; Uncle Dave Macon's popularity; Roy Acuff's popularity; experiences as a WSM host; and memories of early WSM personalities.

2 sound cassettes (1 hour, 10 minutes)

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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SNAC Resource ID: 7772248

Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center

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Stone, David P., 1901-1995.

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Radio and television broadcaster. Born October 27, 1901. Died August 31, 1995. Joined WSM Nashville as general staff and Grand Ole Opry announcer, early 1930s. Joined KSTP St. Paul, 1940. Founder, Sunset Valley Barn Dance radio and television shows. Host, Hymn Time, 1960s-1970s. Retired from broadcasting, 1977. From the description of Oral history interview with David P. Stone; 1982 August 28; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1982 Aug. 28. (Country Music Foundation, Library &am...

Rumble, John Woodruff

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Stone, David P., 1901-1995.

http://n2t.net/ark:/99166/w6ms3qp4 (person)

Radio and television broadcaster. Born October 27, 1901. Died August 31, 1995. Joined WSM Nashville as general staff and Grand Ole Opry announcer, early 1930s. Joined KSTP St. Paul, 1940. Founder, Sunset Valley Barn Dance radio and television shows. Host, Hymn Time, 1960s-1970s. Retired from broadcasting, 1977. From the description of Oral history interview with David P. Stone; 1982 August 28; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1982 Aug. 28. (Country Music Foundation, Library &am...