2 + Hours of Comedy on a Sunday

First a look at this day in History.

Then Martin and Lewis, originally broadcast June 2, 1953, 71 years ago with guest Jeff Chandler.  The boys and Jeff do a sketch that’s a take off on Dragnet on an Indian reservation. 

Followed by the news from 71 years ago, then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 2, 1953, 71 years ago,  Laughing Boy. Irma's boss has purchased a race horse named, "Laughing Boy.".

Then The Jack Benny Show, originally broadcast June 2, 1940, 84 years ago, Code of the Hills. Now that Jack's option has been picked up, negotiations begin with members of his cast. The gang does a hillbilly drama called, "The Code Of The Hills." The feud between the Bennys and the Allens is dramatized. 

Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast June 2, 1952, 72 years ago, Good and Faithful Servant starring Jack Benny. After thirty years on the job, a meek department store accountant plans his own unique retirement pension. 

Finally Superman, originally broadcast June 2, 1941, 83 years ago, Mr Deutch and the Radium Mine.   The radio-controlled sea plane is heading toward an extinct volcano...with Jimmy Olsen and his dog aboard! Superman rescues Jimmy after the plane crashes. "Storm" is safe too!

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Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html