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Though no scientist, Everson recognized genius when he heard his gangling new employe's television theory. He went to see two officers of San Francisco's Crocker First National Bank, Jesse B. McCargar and the late James J. Fagan. Crusty Banker Fagan remarked: "Well, that is a damn fool idea but someone ought to put money into it and someone that can afford to lose it." He and McCargar put up an initial $25,000. The year...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: COMMUNICATIONS: Banker Backed | 2/20/1939 | See Source »

Farnsworth -Nicholas. Philo Farnsworth will be a vice president and director of research of his company. Chairman of the board is Farnsworth's old backer, Banker McCargar. Backer Everson is treasurer, secretary and a director. To be president, Edward A. (for something he promised his wife not to tell) Nicholas resigned from...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: COMMUNICATIONS: Banker Backed | 2/20/1939 | See Source »

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