Broadcast Pioneers member Dave Roberts, then using the name Dave Thomas on WKBW-TV. From 1962 until 1978 was the host of this morning program, Rocketship 7.
A newspaper ad about Rocketship 7
Dave hosted the Money Movie on WKBW-TV, Buffalo
Dave doing the weather in Buffalo
In November of 2000, the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia honored member Dave Roberts by selecting him our "Person of the Year." He has also been inducted into our "Hall of Fame."
From the official archives of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia
Video stills from tape donated by WPVI and Broadcast Pioneers member Dave Roberts.
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