Long before Ronald Reagan became the 40th President of the United States he began a broadcasting career in Davenport, IA. In June of 1932 Ronald "Dutch" Reagan began broadcasting sporting events at WOC radio. In honor of what would have been his 100th birthday the US Postal Service has issued a special stamp honoring Ronald Reagan. On Thursday, February 24, 2011, WOC will host a special event commemorating the new Reagan stamp and his time at the radio station.
The USPS has created a special cancellation stamp honoring President Reagan's start with WOC. A limited number of commemorative envelopes in a protective sleeve featuring the special cancellation will be offered to the public for $5 will all proceeds going to Gilda's Club.
The event will begin at 8:30am and be carried live on WOC's "Morning Report". There will be a special proclamation from the City of Davenport, an interview with Davenport Postmaster Anthony Harris and a proclamation from the City of Davenport.
The public is invited and a special birthday cake will be served.
For more information contact Dan Kennedy at 563-344-7143 or at dankennedy@clearchannel.com .
