Russ Johnston papers, 1948-1950.

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Russ Johnston papers, 1948-1950.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/71526268

The collection contains several letters and memos written by Johnston explaining his estimation of the value of the use of motion picture film footage on television. Also a formal paper on the same topic, written in 1950, is included.

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Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Univerisity of Wyoming. American Heritage Center.

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Johnston, Russell

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Russ Johnston worked in early radio and in 1948 joined NBC. He was concerned about the use of film in early television programming and defended its inclusion. He presented his positions to NBC management, 1948-1949. There were technical problems in early television and it was uncertain how these deficiencies would be resolved. From the description of Russ Johnston papers, 1948-1950. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 71526268 ...

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