Record #:

11835

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Capitol Broadcasting Company, founded by A. J. Fletcher, began as a single AM radio station in 1938. The company has grown to include television (WRAL-TV), FM radio, a newspaper, several radio networks, sports publications, and the largest independent supplier of background music in the nation.

Source:

We the People of North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 37 Issue 11, Nov 1979, p36, 38, 40, 221, por

Subject(s):

Fletcher, A.J. (Alfred Johnston), 1887-1979; Capitol Broadcasting Co. (Raleigh)