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WJET TV Marks 40 Years

40 years ago today, april 3rd, 1966, was the first full day on the air for WJET TV 24. Viewers were told to "look at the new one..." They got their first chance on the afternoon of April 2nd... with April 3rd being the station`s first full day on the air. Erie`s new ABC affiliate was founded by Myron Jones, who was already the successful owner of JET radio. Among those on hand for JET TV`s first day was Erie`s new mayor Lou Tullio.

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