Seventy-five years ago this month, the June 1946 issue of Radio Retailing reminded dealers of the profits to be made selling public address systems to schools. It detailed the experience of a dealer in North Carolina. The school district had just experienced growth, and there was a need for new facilities. And in a progressive district, new buildings meant the latest in technology.

And the local radio dealer was ideally poised to serve as expert in all matters involving sound. This dealer was consulted at two school board meetings, and walked away with the contract for the installation.

“Get out your paper and pencil today and start figuring your profits for tomorrow’s PA sales to your local institutions. They’re waiting for you!”