1959 in Virginia, 31 December 1959
- Scope and content:
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Lon Backman and Harry Monroe, WRVA news broadcasters, recap the major news events in Virginia in 1959, including the crash of a Piedmont Air Liner near Charlottesville, the fire at the McIntyre Implement Company on East Franklin Street, Hurricane Gracie, the death of George C. Marshall, Massive Resistance and desegregation, the launching of the nuclear submarine Robert E. Lee, and Richmond merger, downtown redevelopment, and urban renewal. Also includes news of notable Virginians and crimes.
- Physical description:
- 1 compact disc. Duration: 31 min., 27 sec.
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Archives Reference ServicesEmail: archdesk@lva.virginia.govPhone: (804) 692-3888Web: www.lva.virginia.gov
- Parent restrictions:
- There are no restrictions.
- Parent terms of access:
- The original verbatim transcript of the dedication of the WRVA transmitter in Varina in 1939 can be viewed, but to read text, please use photocopies. Permission must be requested in writing from WRVA/Clear Channel Communications to reproduce any sound recordings.