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Historic Reflection: 1955 – Kuehne’s Radio

By Newspaper StaffMay 28, 2024No Comments1 Min Read
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HISTORIC REFLECTION … Kuehne’s Radio in Bryan invited the public to a demonstration of a 21-inch color television, featuring Red Skelton and Ethel Merman on the “Shower of Stars” program. According to local historian Paul Van Gundy, in 1948 George Kuehne offered the first televisions for sale in Bryan, with a 12-inch black and white screen for $465. A 1974 Bryan Times article states that “Kuehne’s were also the first to introduce FM, stereo and color TV to the people of Bryan.” From circa 1942 to 1956, Kuehne’s was located at 148 South Lynn Street, later the site of K & R Cleaners and Pat Kelly’s Sound Shoppe. From about 1956 to 1973, Kue-hne’s was located at 122 South Lynn Street, the current location of Cove Interi-ors + Salon. The business moved to 120 North Main Street circa 1973. This 1968 vintage image from the Williams County Public Library Huffman Photographic Archives shows Kuehne’s 122 South Lynn Street location. The building that then housed Stroeh’s Recreation is now occupied by Kora Brew House and Wine Bar.


 

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