Comedy on a Tuesday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast October 7, 1945, 80 years ago, Auditions.  The program's guests are Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy. Charlie quits Bergen, teams up with Fred, and both audition for a radio show.  The Allen's Alley Question: "How is the housing shortage affecting you?"

Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast October 7, 1945, 80 years ago, The Prince’s Gift.  Prince Ali McGaga sends the Nelsons a gift…one they can’t believe!  One hump or two?

Then, Hoosier Hot Shots, originally broadcast October 7, 1950, 75 years ago,  Higher Education.  "The Lowdown On Higher Education," a visit to The Little Red Schoolhouse in Rotten Apple, Tennessee. 

Followed by The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 7, 1947, 78 years ago, A Salute to the Old West.   Milton tries to get in to see Darryl Zanuck. 

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 7, 1947, 78 years ago, Introspection.  David has been whistling and fixing things: Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 

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