[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 135 (Thursday, September 26, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1708]
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             IN HONOR OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WICH RADIO

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                           HON. SAM GEJDENSON

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 25, 1996

  Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 50th 
anniversary of WICH Radio 1310 in Norwich, CT. Known as WNOC at its 
inception, WICH operates out of 91 Main Street, and transmits from its 
facilities off of Lucas Park Road in the Second Congressional District. 
Today, WICH is the hub of a four-station radio system.
  While, as we might expect, personalities and formats have changes 
over the years, WICH has throughout its tenure on our airwaves 
maintained its commitment to community service. The radio station's 
history is replete with example of having contributed to the public 
good of eastern Connecticut.
  During times of emergencies natural disasters, and the like, WICH has 
provided special and exemplary service to its listeners and has most 
appropriately received several awards for its work.
  Since its beginning under the guidance of the late Ross Perkins of 
Essex, CT, through the extraordinary contributions of Dick Reed, WICH 
has made extraordinary contributions to the radio industry.
  Congratulations to WICH of Norwich on its 50 year anniversary and 
best wishes for another 50 years of future service and great 
programming.

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