Two hours of Crime and drama

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast December 2, 1938, 85 years ago, Blind Man’s Bluff. A robbery has taken place, but thieves fall out.

Followed by Crime Classics, originally broadcast December 2, 1953, 70 years ago, If a Body Need a Body, Just Call Burke and Hare. Two gents of old Scotland supply dead bodies on demand for the medical profession. Business is very good!

Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast December 2, 1950, 73 years ago, The Empty Matchbook. A Civil-war era map is stolen from a southern plentation by a known international criminal claiming to be writing a book on the battle of Fredericksburg.

Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast December 2, 1949, 74 years ago, All My Sons starring Edward G Robinson. A man's family turns against him when it's discovered he was responsible for shipping airplane parts that were faulty, and then let his partner take the blame.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 2, 1941, 82 years ago, Lum to open a bakery. As Lum gets the idea to start his own bakery, Grandpa has discovered the pleasures of the almanac in the store's library.

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Two hours of Crime and drama

First, a look at this date in history.

Then The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast December 1, 1950, 73 years ago, The Case of the Brave Rabbit. What is the connection between an illegal gambling den and a rabbit farm? What clue does a dead rabbit give Mr. Wolfe to a murder in the hutch?

Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 1, 1953, 70 years ago, The Big Odd. A furniture truck has been hijacked and the driver kidnapped.

Then Suspense, originally broadcast December 1, 1942, 81 years ago, The Bride Vanishes. A haunted balcony in an Italian villa encourages a madman to try a second murder.

Followed by Lights Out with Arch Oboler, originally broadcast December 1, 1942, 81 years ago, The Story of Mr Maggs. A bargain at an auction is a trunk full of horror.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 1, 1941, 82 years ago, The Story of Pinky Winky. Lum and Cedric are enjoying one of the books from the Jot 'Em Down Store's new library. Lum reads, "The story of Pinky Winky."

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Two hours of Comedies

First, a look at this date in history.

Then The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast November 30, 1952, 71 years ago, Henry’s Father is Sick. Henry's father is sick. That’s causing quite the hubub in the house.

Followed by The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast November 30, 1947, 76 years ago with guest Edward Everett Horton. Charlie's raising rabbits. Mortimer Snerd has a cold...or is that pepper he's carrying? Edgar takes Charlie to a psychiatrist...it's guest Edward Everett Horton!

Then Phil Harris and Alice Faye, originally broadcast November 30, 1947, 76 years ago, Phil’s Hobby. After Phil falls out of a tree, he's encouraged to take up crocheting. However, he winds up with an electric train set.

Followed by You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast November 30, 1949, 74 years ago, The Secret Word is Window. The first contestant is Henrietta Adair (a spinster). One of the contestants is the godson of the original "Trader Horn."

Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 30, 1948, 75 years ago, The Great Dane Debate.
Claudia had gone to New York without telling David. There's a Great Dane in the future.

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Two hours of Comedies

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 29, 1951, 72 years ago, Meteor. There’s a meteor in the Anderson’s back yard...or is there?

Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast November 29, 1945, 78 years ago, Gracie Goes Back to College. George and guest Jack Benny are both trying to get elected "most popular" at Beverly Hills Tech. Jack plays the violin while George sings! That will help?

Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast November 29, 1948, 75 years ago. Jane is throwing a costume party in honor of Irma's birthday. Al invites one of his unsavory friends, the fabulous "Joe."

Followed by The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast November 29, 1947, 76 years ago, Thanksgiving at the Gillis’. Riley and Gillis are bucking for a promotion at the plant, and they ask the boss over to try to make a good impression.

Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 29, 1948, 75 years ago, Listening to the Pringles. Why is David taking a later train?

Two hours of Comedies and Westerns.

First, a look at this date in history.

Then The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast November 28, 1948, 75 years ago, Intellectual Curiosity. Ozzie meets a pretty lady on the bus who thinks he has very broad shoulders.

Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 28, 1954, 69 years ago, Jack takes Dennis to a Psychiatrist. It's the Sportsmen's birthday. A master recording of the broadcast.

Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 28, 1953, 70 years ago, Kick Me. An Indian scout named Tobile vows to kill the two white men who played a cruel practical joke on him, and who have insulted his honor.

Followed by Frontier Town starring “Tex” (Jeff) Chandler, originally broadcast November 28, 1952, 71 years ago. Death and Texas. The tax collector of Medicine Hat blows the whistle on municipal corruption and gets a bullet for his trouble.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 28, 1941, 82 years ago, Ervin Located and Adopted. The lion has been found, playing with some children for the last three days, and Lum goes to fetch him.

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Two hours of Crime and Westerns.

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 76 years ago, After Turkey, The Bill. A young ex-con is framed for a gas station robbery on Thanksgiving.

Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast November 27, 1949, 74 years ago, Clever Mister Farley. A counterfeiter on a cross-country train meets a mysterious lady with a hot bracelet and two tough guys following her.

Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 27, 1954, 69 years ago, Cooter. Kitty mentions that she plans on staying at the Long Branch "for a while.' Ben Sisle uses a hired gun and then simple-minded Cooter Smith to be his bodyguard.

Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 63 years ago. From Here To Boston. The last show of the series. Paladin inherits a fortune and moves to Boston...after narrowly avoiding being poisoned.

Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 76 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner. Thanksgiving dinner...with champagne (and Coca Cola!).

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Two hours of Crime

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 26, 1950, 73 years ago, The Case of the Hideous Hijacker. The counterspies get involved with a drug hijacking ring that may have national security implications.

Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 26, 1961, 62 years ago, The Mad Bomber Matter. A madman seeks revenge with explosives.

Then Suspense, originally broadcast November 26, 1961, 62 years ago, Man Trap. Who blew up Artie Finch? Whatever Lola wants, Lola gets! Don Maclaughlin stars.

Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast November 26, 1946, 77 years ago, The Lenny Powell Murder. Lenny Powell hires a pilot to fly him to Branchville for $5000! The pilot's wife is unfaithful and Lenny has $25,000 in cash. After Lenny's murdered, the cash disappears.

Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 26, 1947, 76 years ago, Painted into a corner. Painted in...with Aunt Louisa's party out of the picture.

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Two hours of Comedy

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast November 25, 1943, 80 years ago, Abbott and Costello plan to kill Ingrid, Costello's pet turkey, for Thanksgiving. Guest Jane Wyman joins in a routine, "What is the wind?"

Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast November 25, 1945, 78 years ago, Big Football Game. Gildy takes Leila to the big football game.

Then The New Edgar Bergen Hour with Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 68 years ago. Guest Jack Benny is running a trailer court, Dr. Fred Webb Hodge, an Indian expert. Prof. Kirkwood tells how to print money. "Whither Literature."

Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 68 years ago. There's a new, handsome, custom-made slip cover on the big easy chair. Fibber's sitting in it, guarding his health.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 25, 1941, 82 years ago, Lum, Big-Game Hunter. The boys are going to organize a Safari to capture Ervin who is now being reported seen in neighboring towns.

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Two hours of drama

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Gangbusters, originally broadcast November 24, 1945, 78 years ago, The Case of Matthew Cazzara. Matthew Kozera, a meek-looking but very dangerous gunman, is terrorizing Pittsburgh.

Followed by Point Sublime, originally broadcast November 24, 1947, 76 years ago, Big Crowd for Thanksgiving. Evy plans on a Thanksgiving dinner two days early due to an eye operations and a sick baby. Cliff Arquette and Mel Blanc star.

Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast November 24, 1938, 85 years ago, The Case of the Rasping Voice. Christian Meyer is shot by a tough hombre with a rasping voice. His future bride is left for dead as well.

Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 24, 1949, 74 years ago, Mother-In-Law Murder. Mr. Reynard's mother has been murdered, his wife is suspected of being the killer.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 24, 1941, 82 years ago, Setting a Trap for Ervin. Ervin the lion has been on the loose for several days, and when the boys set out to capture him, a bear trap proves to be an added complication.

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Two hours of Thanksgiving Entertainment

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Good News of 1940, originally broadcast November 23, 1939, 84 years ago, Here Comes the Pilgrims! The first tune is, "Winter Wonderland." Connie Boswell sings, "Scatterbrain." Daddy (Hanley Stafford) has been called to jury duty, and tries to explain it to Baby Snooks (Fanny Brice). Guest Raymond Walburn ("The Deacon") tries his confidence game with turkeys. The band plays a fascinating arrangement of, "A Hundred To One." Walter Huston appears in, "Bright World," by Arch Oboler. "Here Comes The Pilgrims," a Thanksgiving comedy sketch "99 and 44/100 percent Puritan." The orchestra presents the world premier of "American Nocturne," by Dana Suisse. Edward Arnold host with Meredeth Wilson and his orchestra.

Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast November 23, 1952, 71 years ago, The Thanksgiving Turkey. It's Thanksgiving time and there's only one turkey left. Both the Aldrich and Brown families want it.

Then The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunch, originally broadcast November 23, 1960, 63 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner.

Followed by Thank you America, originally broadcast November 23, 1944, 79 years ago. A special program from KPO Radio in support of War Bond Day.

Finally The Answer Man, originally broadcast November 23, 1944, 79 years ago, The answer to questions about Thanksgiving customs and questions of a general nature. "Who ate the most at the first Thanksgiving dinner? The Indians!”

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