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WFLD Metromedia 32 - Election Night Specials - "The Honeymooners" (Promo, 1984)

Views: 1980

Here's a promo for part of WFLD Metromedia 32's Election Night Specials - with a politically themed episode of The Honeymooners.

Voiceover by Jim Barton.

This promo aired on local Chicago TV in the last week of October 1984.

WGN Channel 9 - "Energy Conservation" (Editorial, 1980)

Views: 1154

Here's an Editorial on WGN Channel 9, given by Corporate Vice President Alexander Field.

The topic is about energy conservation, in which he cites a recent report by the Highway Users Federation that asserts driving is down over the last eight months, and explains the various factors involved.

Voiceover by Len Johnson.

This aired on local Chicago TV on Tuesday, October 28th 1980.

WFLD Channel 32 - CNN Headline News (Part 2, 1982)

Views: 2270

Here's Part 2 of CNN Headline News on WFLD Channel 32, shown overnights, which replaced the vastly superior Nite-Owl.

Featuring CNN anchors Sasha Foo and Bud Elliott. Stories Include:

- Outgoing Prime Minister of Ireland predicts new governments' failure.

- New Japanese Prime Minister takes office.

- Secretary of State Shultz meets with South African leader.

- Soviets say Reagan's MX Missle plan violates arms-control ...

Tapes Of Wrath (Part 2, 1983)

Views: 2786

**Warning: May be slightly inappropriate for some environments. Contains material which some people may consider unsuitable for younger or more sensitive listeners. Viewer discretion is advised.**
It's not Chicago-related, but it is a pretty funny collection of bloopers and other behind-the-scenes footage from the news that you don't usually get to see. I'm assuming that this was produced by an insider. Includes footage from ABC, CBS, NBC, and others.
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Neil Hartigan - Democrat For Attorney General (Political Ad, 1982)

Views: 1395

Here's a political ad for Neil Hartigan - Democrat for Attorney General of Illinois - he's on your side.

Paid for by Hartigan for Attorney General.

This aired on local Chicago TV early Saturday, September 25th 1982.

WMAQ Channel 5 - Editorial - "Street Gangs Praised" (1984)

Views: 3699

Here's an editorial on WMAQ Channel 5 featuring Editorial Director Mary Laney. The topic was the praising of street gangs by the Reverend Jesse Jackson for their help in getting out the vote.

General Manager: Monte Newman.

This aired on local Chicago TV early Thursday, February 16th 1984 during the 2:00am to 2:30am half-hour.

WTTW Channel 11 - Doctor Who - "Terror of the Autons" (Opening, 1977)

Views: 4098

Here is a very rare find indeed. The opening to Episode One of the Doctor Who story "Terror of the Autons" on WTTW Channel 11 from 1977.

It has a promo for "Festival '77" at the beginning featuring announcer Marty Robinson.

This aired on local Chicago TV on Monday, March 7th 1977. (@ 11:45pm!)

WCIU Channel 26 - The Dennis Green Show (Part 1, 1982)

Views: 3061

Here is Part 1 of a (mostly complete) episode of The Dennis Green Show on WCIU Channel 26. Dennis Green was the coach of the Northwestern Wildcats - the college football team of Northwestern University. Co-hosted by Duane Dow - voice of the Wildcats.

Also includes commercials for Old Style beer and WAIT 82 AM throughout the broadcast.

Not sure of the exact date but I believe this is from the Fall of 1982 - can someone find out the exact date?

WCIU Channel 26 - The Dennis Green Show (Part 2, 1982)

Views: 1365

Here is Part 2 of a (mostly complete) episode of The Dennis Green Show on WCIU Channel 26. Dennis Green was the coach of the Northwestern Wildcats - the college football team of Northwestern University. Co-hosted by Duane Dow - voice of the Wildcats.

Also includes commercials for Old Style beer and WAIT 82 AM throughout the broadcast.

Not sure of the exact date but I believe this is from the Fall of 1982 - can someone find out the exact date?