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An examination of early television censorship, centered around the papers of Stockton Helffrich, the first manager of the censorship department at NBC. It explores the ways in which Helffrich's personal history and social class influenced his perception of his role as NBC-TV censor and his tendency to ignore certain political and cultural taboos.

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"In this well-researched and entertaining book, Robert Pondillo has investigated the genesis of network television standards through the eyes and ears - and personal prejudices - of one of early television's seminal influences.... Every fan (and critic) of television will find this book of interest." - William Clotworthy, Director, Broadcast Standards, NBC-TV East Coast 1979-1990, On-set Standards Editor, Saturday Night Live"

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      Publisher: MP-SIL Southern Illinois Uni
      Publication Date: 4/30/2010 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780809329182, 978-0809329182
      ISBN10: 0809329182

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      Book Synopsis
      An examination of early television censorship, centered around the papers of Stockton Helffrich, the first manager of the censorship department at NBC. It explores the ways in which Helffrich's personal history and social class influenced his perception of his role as NBC-TV censor and his tendency to ignore certain political and cultural taboos.

      Trade Review
      "In this well-researched and entertaining book, Robert Pondillo has investigated the genesis of network television standards through the eyes and ears - and personal prejudices - of one of early television's seminal influences.... Every fan (and critic) of television will find this book of interest." - William Clotworthy, Director, Broadcast Standards, NBC-TV East Coast 1979-1990, On-set Standards Editor, Saturday Night Live"

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