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Classic TV Info - TV Transmission Methods

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Television Transmission Methods for Dummies. 8220;Is It Live or Is It Kinescope? May 15, 2005. It is a truth universally acknowledged, as Jane Austen might say, that all television was “live” during the glorious Golden Age of Television and that somewhere along about the end of the 1950s, that method of delivery died out. But just because a truth is universally acknowledged doesn’t mean it’s true. Some shows have used a combination of methods, so it’s often hard to say that The Jack Benny Program. This m...

Classic TV Info - Frank Sinatra on TV

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Frank Sinatra on TV. Some observers are obsessed with his sex life, some with his personal shortcomings, which were many. Others focus on his alleged mob connections. But more than anything, Frank Sinatra deserves to be remembered for his music. Below, you'll find links to episode guides for each of Frank Sinatra's series and specials. As usual, I've tried to stick to contemporary sources and avoid questionable or unreliable ones. Right). Another PBS special, called Vintage Sinatra.

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Where to Buy Classic TV Shows. Great prices, large selection, free shipping on many items. Our very own store for classic tv show DVDs, books, and CDs - in partnership with amazon.com. It's easy to order, shipping is prompt, and prices are generally reasonable. This site has grown from a place to watch short, silly cat videos to an important source for full movies and TV shows. It's a good place to check first for rare old shows - most of them free! While they tend to have more movies than TV shows, this...

Classic TV Info - Stump the Stars

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Hans Conried, Beverly Garland,. Sebastian Cabot, and Ross Martin. Created by producer/host Mike Stokey, this show can best be described as celebrities playing charades. Under the title Pantomime Quiz. It began life in 1947 as a local Los Angeles game show before becoming a yearly summer replacement on CBS in 1950. After two summers on ABC in 1958 and 1959, it went on hiatus until returning for an entire season in 1962-63 with the new name of Stump the Stars. Lasted only a single season on CBS, unable to ...

Classic TV Info - The Perry Mason Book

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Available as an ebook from Amazon. Perry Mason, fictional champion lawyer created by author Erle Stanley Gardner and embodied by actor Raymond Burr, is an American cultural icon. His exploits have been enjoyed by generations of fans through books, television, movies, radio, and other media. Drawing on original interviews, correspondence, and production records, this is the first in-depth history of the character, providing a unique behind-the-scenes account of every stage in his development. If you are a...