A Funny Sunday

First a look at the events of the day

Then The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast March 9, 1947, 78 years ago.   Jack Benny visits Phil to negotiate next year's contract. 

Followed by the news from 78 years ago, then Jack Benny,  originally broadcast March 9, 1947, 78 years ago, Jack Tries to Replace the Quartet.   Mary reads a letter from Mama. The sponsor tells Jack to hire a quartet, or he'll be replaced by Al Pearce! Frank Nelson, the talent agent, tries to help. 

Then George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast March 9, 1943,  82 years ago, Playing Carnegie Hall part 2. The broadcast originates from New York City. Paul and everybody else, including guests Deems Taylor and Jose Iturbi, try to talk Gracie out of appearing at Carnegie Hall.

Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast March 9, 1945, 80 years ago, Andy Pays His Taxes - part 2. Andy's worried about going to jail since he owes $1200 to the Department of Internal Revenue. 

Finally, Superman, originally broadcast March 9, 1942, 83 years ago, A Mystery for Superman.  This case gets more puzzling. Clark Kent is obviously going crazy! Perry White congratulates Clark on his birthday...his second anniversary with The Daily Planet. 

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