Crime and Creepiness on a Wednesday

First a look at the events of the day

Then Jeff Regan Investigator starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 11, 1948, 76 years ago, The Gambler and his Lady.  Georgia Bascombe may be hanging out with a known gambler named Louis Desmond (she's really married to the guy). When Georgia's mother is murdered, there's the smell of cubeb in the air. The little man with the big smell is murdered too. There are two more killings and lots of violence too. 

Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast December 11, 1948, 76 years ago, The Case of the Thornberry Brothers. Ralph Bell and Art Carney as two criminal brothers.  One is hung up on a girl and keeps trying to get back with her.  Could she be their downfall?

Then Macabre, originally broadcast December 11, 1961, 63 years ago, The Midnight Horsemen.  A painting of a black knight...with occult powers! 

Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 11, 1953, 71 years ago,  Fibber Gets The Call from the War Department.  At last, Fibber gets that call from the War Department in Washington, D.C. Fibber never returned his gas mask and helmet from World War I!

Then Jonathan Thomas and His Christmas On The Moon, originally broadcast December 11, 1938, 86 years ago, Crossing the Frozen River.  After getting the rubies needed to grow the rose to awaken Jonathan Thomas, Whiskery Bill and Sir Algy begin their return journey. 

Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 11, 1941, 83 years ago, Red and Yellow Delivery Truck. Lum has his heart set on a red and yellow delivery truck. Abner plans a surprise. 

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