Sept. 20, 1954: Channel 9 hits the airwaves in St. Louis
Channel 9 was among six new TV stations in St. Louis on FCC’s drawing board in 1952.
Source: stltoday.com
Stay updated with breaking news from Joseph Darst. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Channel 9 was among six new TV stations in St. Louis on FCC’s drawing board in 1952.
In 1949, city officials desegregated a popular public swimming pool. The reactions of white citizens led to one of the largest race riots in the city’s history. The aftermath energized desegregation.
On Saturday, November 4, 1950, President Harry S. Truman arrived at Scott Air Force Base on the The Independence, a campaign stop for the mid-term election.