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References
- ↑ "First Broadcast by Ham Radio Operator". The Story of Information. 2013-03-18. Retrieved 2019-10-17.
- ↑ John F. Schneider (1996). "The History of KQW and KCBS San Jose/San Francisco". Bay Area Radio Museum.
- ↑ "I Say Right Monkey, It's..." British Classic Comedy. 2018-07-16. Retrieved 2019-10-17.
- ↑ "Loyd C. Sigmon". Legacy.com. 2004-06-07. Retrieved 2019-10-17.
- ↑ "BBC legend Frank Gillard dead". BBC News. 1998-10-21. Retrieved 2019-10-17.
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