John Harlan Rook (1937-2016) was an influential American radio programmer and executive, particularly noted for his role at Chicago's WLS radio station in the 1960s. He transformed WLS into the top-rated station in the Chicago area, recognized among the best Top 40 stations in the U.S. After founding a radio consultancy, he aided rival WCFL-AM in outpacing WLS in ratings. Rook also owned radio stations, established the Hit Parade Hall of Fame, and shared insights in his last interview on Marcus Singletary's podcast shortly before his passing.
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Meaning of the name - John
God is gracious
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Place of Birth: Chillicothe
Place of Death: Coeur d'Alene
Occupation: businessperson
Employers: WLS, WCFL-AM
Awards Received: numerous national radio awards
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 9, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for October 9, 2024 |
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| Sun | 15 Libra 58 | 16 Libra 53 | 13 Capricorn 42 |
| Moon | 13 Sagittarius 57 | 3 Capricorn 52 | 16 Aquarius 3 |
| Mercury | 2 Libra 6 | 23 Libra 19 | 1 Capricorn 24 |
| Venus | 17 Virgo 43 | 20 Scorpio 11 | 6 Capricorn 24 |
| Mars | 6 Capricorn 18 | 19 Cancer 16 | 10 Pisces 33 |
| Jupiter | 18 Capricorn 24 | 21 Gemini 20 | 3 Aquarius 24 |
| Saturn | 0 Aries 43 | 13 Pisces 44 | 29 Pisces 28 |
| Uranus | 12 Taurus 42 | 26 Taurus 41 | 9 Taurus 48 |
| Neptune | 19 Virgo 42 | 28 Pisces 0 | 21 Virgo 6 |
| Pluto | 0 Leo 1 | 29 Capricorn 38 | 29 Cancer 19 |
| Rahu | 8 Sagittarius 37 | 5 Aries 54 | 4 Sagittarius 0 |
| Ketu | 8 Gemini 37 | 5 Libra 54 | 4 Gemini 0 |
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