Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Comedy on a Sunday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary,  originally broadcast  June 21, 1942, 84 years ago, Father’s Day chair.   Sam Hearn appears as "Schlepperman," the furniture dealer. "The Chairs Of Gildersleeve," a present for Father's Day. 

Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 21, 1951, 75 years ago, Mother Drives a Car.  Margaret wants to learn how to drive.  So they teach her...

Then, My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson,  originally broadcast  June 21, 1948, 78 years ago, Planning a Vacation.  Irma and Jane plan to take a vacation at Moosehead Lodge. The last show of the season.   

Followed by The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast  June 21, 1947, 79 years ago,  Babs Almost Gets a Job in San Francisco.  Babs has a chance to get a summer job in San Francisco, but Riley is never going to let her take it. 

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 21, 1948, 78 years ago, A Flower Garden.   Claudia and Mama are driving in the country...55 minutes more than expected.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.

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Comedy on a Saturday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour with Don Ameche, originally broadcast  June 20, 1937, 89 years ago. Charlie McCarthy gets a lesson from a French tutor.  May Robson ("A grand old lady of the theatre") appears in scenes from, "The Old Lady Shows Her Medals." On Father's day, W. C. Fields remembers his father, a doctor who treated a man for yellow jaundice for years before learning he was a Chinaman.   

Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 20, 1948, 78 years ago.  The program originates from Cleveland. Marilyn Maxwell sings, "Hooray For Love." The program's guest is Cleveland Indians pitcher Bob Feller. Bob Hope joins Jack and Bob Feller for a comedy routine.

Then, X Minus One, originally broadcast June 20, 1957, 69 years ago, Inside Story.  A reporter dares to enter the secret enclave of those infected with Null-E Fever.  

Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 20, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire to be Arrested. Squire Skimp is very upset that he's been put out of business. 

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In the headlines:

• Primary Election results certified by Commissioners
• Vehicle fire on Wednesday Sheriff's Office Blotter Report
• Two Wildfires south of Caliente
• Bipartisan resolution introduced in the Senate to honor Kyle Busch
• Gas Prices lower
• No joke!  Comedian Carlos Mencia charged with Tax Fraud

Westerns and Crime on a Friday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast  June 19, 1954, 72 years ago, Going Bad.   Young Dave Robbins meets up with a "hard case." He's Luke Quiller and sure enough, murder follows upon murder!

Followed by Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast June 19, 1953, 73 years ago, Fort Disaster.  An old Army stockade, Fort Disaster, has been reopened to deal with The Dallas Kid.  Colonel Carpenter is shot and killed. 

Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast  June 19, 1960, 66 years ago, Too Solid Town.  Paladin travels to Lawrence, Kansas, for a reunion of his old cavalry outfit. One old soldier is seeking revenge by killing three men!

Followed by Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast  June 19, 1949, 77 years ago,  The Case of the Perfect Alibi.   A crook kills the prosecutor who sent his brother to the chair at the same time that he's talking to the Chief Of Police from one hundred and fifty miles away!

Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 19, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire to be arrested.   Dick Huddleston and Grandpappy Spears force Lum into action.  

BONUS:  In 1972, radio legend Ken Deutsch had the opportunity to interview Moe Howard, who was born on this date in 1897.  I got a copy of the interview years ago and finally have the opportunity to share this rare interview with Moe, who talks about his life in the Three Stooges.  Moe passed away in 1975.

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Drama on a Thursday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, Encore Theater, originally broadcast  June 18, 1946, 80 years ago, Yellowjack starring Ronald Coleman.   The story of how Dr. Reed discovered the cause of Yellow Fever. 

Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast June 18, 1946, 80 years ago, The Hooded Gang Protection Racket.   A masked society of extortioners has been formed, which Blackie tries to break up. 

Then, Calling All Cars, originally broadcast June 18, 1935, 91 years ago, The Chinese Puzzle.  A Chinese merchant has been found hatchet murdered in his San Diego store.  

Followed by I Was a Communist For the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast June 18, 1952, 74 years ago, Tight Wire. The FBI assigns Cvetic the job of bugging a Communist Party meeting hall.

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 18, 1948, 78 years ago, The Crossroads of the World.  David's brother Hartley comes for a country visit. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.  

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Crime on a Wednesday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb,  originally broadcast  June 17, 1949, 77 years ago, The Werewolf.  Third episode of the series and the first use of the long running familiar theme song.  The Werewolf has beaten up and robbed eighteen women. This big, ugly man always seems to be one step ahead of the cops. 

Followed by Call the Police, originally broadcast June 17, 1947, 79 years ago, The Case of the Violent Vegetable.  The owner of a fruit stand is murdered by a gangster...who likes apples.

Then, The New Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Van Heflin,  originally broadcast  June 17, 1947, 79 years ago, Red Wind.  First episode of the summer series filling in for Bob Hope. Forty-one matched pearls with a diamond propeller clasp...a good reason for murder! 

Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast  June 17, 1936, 90 years ago, Cat Wife. The story of John and Linda, and Linda’s transition from wild partying woman to cat!

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 17, 1948, 78 years ago, An Evening Alone. Mother's going to bed early.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star 

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Drama on a Tuesday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, Death Valley Days, originally broadcast  June 16, 1939, 87 years ago, Shoo-Fly.  A tough old lady runs her own claim in the Panamint mountains...with a harsh word and a shotgun.

Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast June 16, 1937, 89 years ago, The Meteor Man. The story of a creature from inside a meteorite and his sinister appetite.

Then, Did Justice Triumph, originally broadcast June 16, 1947, 79 years ago, The Man Who Died Twice.   A case of fraud against an insurance company fails when the body of the man who died twice is found..

Followed by Escape, originally broadcast June 16, 1950, 76 years ago, Serenade for a Cobra starring Paul Frees.  A thriller about a larcenous pilot flying The Hump in India, and his unwelcome cockpit companion, a deadly cobra!  

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 16, 1948, 78 years ago, Meeting the Boat. David and Claudia are at the pier, waiting for Julia to get off the boat. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.  

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Back to a Sunday 68 Years Ago

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey,  originally broadcast  June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, The Delectable Damsel Matter.  A beautiful woman has tons of money and a missing fortune in gems.

Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, The Well. A story about a cattleman vs. homesteader feud that is about to become violent. Things are complicated by a small girl at the bottom of a well.

Then, Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington,  originally broadcast  June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, June Bride.  A man from Luke’s past comes to town.  Someone that Luke promised to kill.  

Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast  June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, Strange, For a Killer starring Dan O’Herlihy.   A trapped killer holding an entire family hostage shows a strange sense of values. 

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 15, 1948, 78 years ago, Mama Remembers.  David is departing...for the station to go to work. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star 

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Comedy and Variety on a Sunday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, Victory Parade, originally broadcast  June 14, 1942, 84 years ago, Red Skelton Show.  A visit with  Junior, The Mean Widdle Kid. Deadeye proposes marriage out West. Clem Kadiddlehopper almost gets hooked by Daisy June. Lionel Barrymore concludes the program with a moving tribute to Lidice, wiped off the map by the Germans.  Thanks to Jerry Haendiges at otrsite.com for preserving this great program. 

Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 14, 1951, 75 years ago, Father's Day Picnic. The family plans a Father's Day picnic; physical preparations begin.

Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 14, 1950, 76 years ago, Vacation Plans on the House Boat.  Gildersleeve makes his vacation plans around the new Jolly Boys' houseboat. The last show of the season and Harold Peary’s swan song as Gildersleeve.

Followed by You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast June 14, 1950, 76 years ago, The Secret Word is Tree.  The first couple is the mother of a large family and an expectant father.  The Jackpot question is work $1000. (Nearly $14,000 today!)

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 14, 1948, 78 years ago, Little Miss Fix-It.  The aftermath of a fine weekend. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.  

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Comedy on a Saturday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, George Burns and Gracie Allen,  originally broadcast June 13, 1944, 82 years ago, The Kansas City War Bond Drive.  The last show of the season, a program for the Fifth War Loan. Will George sing tonight at the Kansas City War Bond Rally? The broadcast originates from the Kansas City Municipal Auditorium.

Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast June 13, 1939, 87 years ago, Advice Column.   Aunt Molly and Uncle Fibber and writing an "Advice To The World-Weary" column in the paper. 

Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour hosted by Don Ameche,  originally broadcast June 13, 1937, 89 years ago.  Charlie McCarthy is in trouble with the truant officer again. Joan Blondell appears in a skit by Colin Clements titled "Spring." Afterwards, Charlie does his version, titled "Summer."  W. C. Fields has built a better mousetrap. He's then introduced to young Rollo Pepitone. Fields suggests that he "sit down and play with some broken glass." Charlie chats with Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart and tells them that his new tune is called "A Little Of You On Toast" (the name of a new Rodgers and Hart tune). Richard Rodgers plays the piano as Don Ameche sings the tune for the first time on the air. 

Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 13, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire Spreads Rumors.  Squire Skimp tells the head of the Pine Ridge Ladies Uplift League that the western that Lum and Abner are planning to show is bad for the kiddies. 

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