WETS-FM Records, 1966-1986 | Archives of Appalachia
Title: WETS-FM Records, 1966-1986
Predomianant Dates: 1982-1984
ID: 500/AppMs 208
Created by: WETS-FM
Arrangement: The records are divided into sub-groups according to the serial program or the announcer/producer responsible for creating the records and for their transfer to the archives. To date there are three sub-groups: Sub-group 1: Tom Christy Records; Sub-group 2: Country Roots Radio Series records/Richard Gordon, producer; and Sub-group 3: Ed Price Records. The bulk of the records consist of Tom Christy's materials in Sub-group 1.
Extent: 4.0 Linear feet
Finding Aid/Inventory
Sub-Group 1: Tom Christy Related Records, 1966-1985
Sub-Group 2: "Country Roots" Radio Series, January 5, 1984 - March 1, 1984
Sub-Group 1: Tom Christy Related Records, 1966-1985
Sub-Group 2: "Country Roots" Radio Series, January 5, 1984 - March 1, 1984
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Show Subjects (links to similar collections) Show Forms of Material (links to similar genres)Scope and Contents: The WETS-FM records contain correspondence, performer agreements and worksheets, program guides, public service announcements, wire service bulletins, and program recordings and dub sheets. Also included are applications, with related materials, to the Tennessee Arts Commission for funding of special serial programs such as "Zeitgeist."
The records date from 1966 to 1986; however, the bulk of the records date from 1982 to 1984. A manual predates the station's beginning.
The paper records largely concern scheduling and programming policies, financial operation and various news and community activity items. The audiotapes cover a wide variety of subjects including contemporary legal issues, environmental issues, energy conservation, foreign relations, Appalachian culture and literature, and traditional and contemporary Appalachian music.
Index to collection available.
The records date from 1966 to 1986; however, the bulk of the records date from 1982 to 1984. A manual predates the station's beginning.
The paper records largely concern scheduling and programming policies, financial operation and various news and community activity items. The audiotapes cover a wide variety of subjects including contemporary legal issues, environmental issues, energy conservation, foreign relations, Appalachian culture and literature, and traditional and contemporary Appalachian music.
Index to collection available.