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Brass plaque № 49896

Photograph at the Brass plaque № 49896 plaque

Paris was first heard by wireless at Rhinefield on Sunday Dec 30th 1923. A few days previously America was heard shortly after midnight. Good wishes were broadcasted from Bournemouth Station for party and cinematograph entertainment on New Year's Day 1924. Big Ben heard for the first time February 19th 1924.

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