National Independent Broadcasters
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Industry | Media |
| Founded | 1939 |
| Headquarters | United States |
The National Independent Broadcasters was an industry trade group representing the interests of for-profit, over-the-air, non-network-affiliated radio broadcasters in the United States.
It was originally created in 1939 as part of the larger National Association of Broadcasters.[1] In 1941, it split off from that organization to become fully independent.[1] It represented some 200 independent radio stations (out of 800 total in the nation) that were not affiliated with any network.[2] Its activity seems to have diminished after 1943.
The president of the National Independent Broadcasters was Harold A. Lafount.[1]
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References[]
- ^ a b c "N.I.B. Votes to Form Own Organization". Schenectady Gazette. Associated Press. September 24, 1941. p. 2.
- ^ "Independents Act to Break N.A.B. Tie" (PDF). The New York Times. September 24, 1941.
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