Comedy on a Friday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast September 5, 1937, 88 years ago with guest Ida Lupino.  Edgar Bergen tells Charlie McCarthy about his new romance with Dorothy Lamour. Ida Lupino appears in, "Salute The Baroness." Charlie presents his own spy drama called, "Spies". W. C. Fields recalls his brother, who was shot and killed in Bolivia while W. C. ran a hotel. 

Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast September 5, 1940, 85 years ago, The Generous Gentleman.   Henry has seen a film called, "The Generous Gentleman," which has made a big impression on him.  Henry becomes a caddy.  Things don’t go quite right. 

Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast September 5, 1951, 74 years ago, Leroy Buys a Car.   The first show of the season. It's finally time to teach Leroy how to drive. 

Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast September 5, 1954, 71 years ago, Boast to Boast.   The McGees are back from a brief visit to Twin Rock Falls, but nobody wants to hear about it. 

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