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May 14

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WGY Dedicates Nation's Tallest Transmitter Tower

On May 14, 1938, WGY in Schenectady, New York, dedicated its new 625-foot transmitter tower, making it the tallest in the United States at the time. This engineering marvel significantly enhanced WGY's broadcast reach, improving signal clarity for listeners across the Great Northeast and solidifying its position as a leading radio station.

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