Fact #139293
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Short story:
The NBC network rules that "orchestras broadcasting on NBC sustaining shows must schedule and play at least three compositions not controlled by ASCAP (American Society Of Composers, Authors And Publishers) during each broadcast period after October 1". This ruling is part of NBC's determination to break the publishing royalties stranglehold of ASCAP, by supporting the recently-formed rival organisation BMI (Broadcast Music Inc).