Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

2+ Hours of Drama on a FridayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Arch Obolers Plays, originally broadcast April 26, 1945, 79 years ago, The House I Live In starring Raymond Massey.  A man's son is in a Japanese prison camp, and the neighborhood doesn't seem the same. Followed by the Screen Guild Players, originally broadcast April 26, 1943, 81 years ago, Casablanca starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. The adaptation of the 1942 classic wartime adventure/romance in North Africa. "La Marseillaise" is sung by two hundred members of the "free French" in the audience. Then Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast April 26, 1949, 75 years ago, Death Stalks the Hunter.  Wealthy playboy George Martin has been killed while hunting, but it was no accident. Follower by Jeff Regan Investigator starring Paul Dubov substituting for Frank Graham, originally broadcast April 26, 1950, 74 years ago, It All Comes Back.   Miss "Smith" can't remember her name. Miss Smith also had a loaded .32 calibre Smith and Wesson in her purse.Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 26, 1948, 76 years ago, Noises in the Night. The show starts with a bang...nothing happens in the country. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then This is your FBI, originally broadcast April 25, 1952, 72 years ago, The Loner.  Don Conway, an expert on make-up, is paroled from prison and promptly robs a bank. He's a "loner" whose only interest is his system of beating the horses. Followed by the news from 72 years ago, then The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast April 25, 1952, 72 years ago, Harry Lime Joins the Circus. Hans Hessle is an escaped Nazi being sought by many of his victims for his atrocities during the war. Harry is working for a circus in central Europe and is hot on his trail.Then Murder at Midnight, originally broadcast April 25, 1947, 77 years ago, Nightmare.   A woman has a very vivid dream that her husband is going to kill her!Followed by Escape, originally broadcast April 25, 1948, 76 years ago, The Fourth Man starring Berry Kroger. Three "civilized" men and a "savage" are adrift on a raft with little water. The "savage," without thirst, watches the others fight over the remaining water. Finally Superman, Originally broadcast April 25,1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment.  Superman rescues Pug and Jimmy Olsen. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Wednesday means Westerns and DramaFirst a look at this day in History.Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 24, 1960, 64 years ago, Stage Snatch. Big Foot kidnaps Rowse, a killer being brought to trial by Marshal Dillon. Big Foot is determined to take his own justice...Indian style!Followed by the news of Sunday, April 24, 1960, then Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 24, 1960, 64 years ago, Irish Luck.  Paladin makes friends with an Irishman named O'Bannon on St. Patrick's Day. Shortly thereafter, O'Bannon finds himself on trial for a robbery and murder. Paladin testifies at the trial, and O'Bannon is acquitted.  Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 24, 1960, 64 years ago, One More Shot. The son of a newspaper photographer takes his dad’s photographic plates to the office...but he’s involved in an accident.  Or is it murder?Follower by Murder By Experts, originally broadcast April 24, 1950, 74 years ago, Conspiracy.   A man decides to murder an old girlfriend right in the middle of a flood, and use the water to cover the deed.Finally The Challenge of the Yukon, originally broadcast April 24, 1945, 77 years ago, Her Weight in Gold.  Andy's a wealthy prospector who proposes to Rita, a dance hall girl. Andy gives her her weight in gold, worth $30,000 (at $30 per ounce, she only weighed 62.5 pounds!), but she disappears overnight!Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Thirteenth Juror starring Vincent Price, Originally broadcast April 23, 1949, 75 years ago, What Happened to John Wilkes Booth? Announced as the first show of the series. The story of how Booth was captured, if indeed he ever was captured. Followed by the news from 75 years ago, then Pat Novak for Hire starring Jack Webb, Originally broadcast April 23, 1949, 75 years ago, Rita Malloy.   Going on an errand for a friend, Pat gets a beating, a package, and a corpse or two, or three. Then Bulldog Drummond starring Ned Wever,  Originally broadcast April 23, 1945, 79 years ago, The Dinner of Death.  Barnaby Mullins and Spike Saunders have been arrested for hijacking a truck. Tommy Pepper, an ace reporter, led to their capture. Pepper's bodyguard is named "Dodo;" he drools into the microphone. When Pepper and the District Attorney are poisoned, Tommy Pepper survives, but the D.A. is dead!Followed by Nick Carter starring Lon Clark, Originally broadcast April 23, 1946, 76 years ago,  The Case of the Little Old Ladies.   A senior citizen payroll robbery...solved with the help of the army!Finally Superman, Originally broadcast April 23, 1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment. Pug has disappeared...with the treasure map! He's been kidnapped, but Jimmy Olsen frees him. Both boys end up in the hold of a freighter, heading out to sea!  Though uncredited on the transcription (to keep the illusion up for the kids) Bud Collyer is Superman as he was through the entire run, while Jackie Kelk (Homer Brown of Aldrich Family fame) plays Jimmy Olson.  Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

A Comedy Filled MondayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 73 years ago, Sapphire in Chicago. While Sapphire is away, the Kingfish is determined to be pleasant to his mother-in-law. His efforts lead Mama and himself to a courtroom!Followed by the news of Sunday, April 22, 1951, then Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 73 years ago, The IRS visits Jack AGAIN!  Mary reads a letter from Mama. The men from the Internal Revue Service visit Jack once again. The entire cast visits the circus. Jack wrestles a gorilla. Then Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 73 years ago, The School gets a TV set. A television set has been placed inside Madison High School. The Coulter Collection Agency soon claims the new television, right before Mr. Stone comes to inspect it. Follower by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 22, 1947, 77 years ago, The Carnival.  Fibber and Molly visit the Wistful Vista carnival. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 22, 1948, 76 years ago, In the Gloaming. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, Originally broadcast April 21, 1953, 71 years ago with guest Vic Damone.  Dean, Jerry, and Vic go into the Foreign Legion. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, Originally broadcast April 21, 1954, 70 years ago, Marie Olson. Gildersleeve is paying attention to the exotic Marie Olsen, more attention than Leroy would like. Then Bob Hope, Originally broadcast April 21, 1955, 69 years ago with Jim Backus.  Bob tries to convince the "new" president of NBC to hire him back next season. Last show of the season. Followed by A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, Originally broadcast April 21, 1948, 76 years ago, Newspaper Misquote. Dennis is interviewed for the Weaverville newspaper and finds himself making some very anti-feminine comments. Finally Superman, Originally broadcast April 21,1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment.  The start of a new adventure. There are several plans for intrigue involving a treasure map. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Headlining shows from April 20, 1958First a look at this day in History.Then Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 66 years ago, Aces and Eights.  A story about Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok. Why "Aces and Eights" are known as "The Dead Man's Hand."Followed by The news of April 20, 1958, then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 66 years ago, The Henry Fell Story.  Henry Fell, a dude from back East has come to Luke's ranch to paint portraits of the Apaches.Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 66 years ago, The Partners.   Two itinerant gamblers stage a "William Tell" act, with deliberate bad aim!Follower by Suspense, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 66 years ago, Alibi Me starring Stan Freberg.  A two-bit hoodlum murders his competitor and finds himself in need of an air-tight alibi...in a hurry! Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 20, 1948, 76 years ago, News of the Neighbors.   Claudia's mom likes the country; the annex is almost finished. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast April 19, 1953, 71 years ago, The Case of the Murderous Good Samaritans.   A pair of tow-truck drivers turn out to be murderers instead of just thieves. Followed by Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast April 14, 1949, 75 years ago, The Case of the Iron Fist.  Anton Broder, the editor of a small foreign language weekly in Big Town, is beaten and his paper wrecked by the evil forces from his home country.Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 19, 1951, 73 years ago, The Big Speech.  A young kid has pistol-whipped a doctor and stolen a large quantity of narcotics. Sergeant Friday's mother listens to a speech against the teen-age use of narcotics from her son Joseph. Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast April 19, 1958, 66 years ago, The Wayward Trout Matter. A dead fish always floats, or does it?Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 19, 1948, 76 years ago, Peaceful in the country.  David, the commuter. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Two + hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast April 18, 1949, 75 years ago, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre starring Humphrey Bogart.  An adaptation of the 1948 film with Bogart reprising his starring role. A story of gold and greed in the mountains of Mexico.  Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast April 18, 1952, 72 years ago, The Painted Smile.  Harry attends a performance of a Sicilian circus as the guest of one of the clowns. The clown has a very beautiful wife!Then Crime Files Of Flamond, originally broadcast April 18, 1944, 80 years ago, The Case of the Squealing Duck. A popular nightclub comedian suspects someone of trying to ruin his act. This case is more serious than it seems.Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 18, 1941, 83 years ago, Last of the Clipper Ships.  Superman to the rescue, as the "Clara M" heads for the bottom!.  Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of Westerns and WarFirst a look at this day in History.Then Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast April 17, 1953, 71 years ago, The Case of Oil Trouble.  Chief Blue Fox has signed over the oil drilling rights on the tribe's land to K.C. Lenard, an unscrupulous promoter from Kansas City. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 17, 1954, 70 years ago, What the Whiskey Drummer Heard. Wilbur Hawkins tells Marshal Dillon about a plot against his life. When Dillon pretends to be dead, two different people brag about killing him!  Then Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 17, 1960, 64 years ago, Prunella’s Fella.   Mr. Denton hires Paladin to find a hidden valley loaded with silver ore, but Paladin finds a shotgun bride instead.Followed by the news from April 17, 1960, then Suspense, originally broadcast April 17, 1960, 64 years ago, Tonight at 5:55 starring Luis Van Rooten.  The U.S. military leaders are locked in a room, awaiting the Russian missiles to fall.  The program is followed by a five minute Commentary by Richard C. Hottelet. Finally The Strange Dr Weird, originally broadcast April 17, 1945, 79 years ago, Dead Man’s Paradise.  Two killers are trapped in the quicksand bogs outside New Orleans.  Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Two + hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then Boston Blackie staring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast April 16, 1946, 78 years ago, The Baseball Player Murder. Murder takes place at the baseball game. Clem McCarthy is heard as the announcer broadcasting the game. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast April 16, 1935, 89 years ago, The Midnight Phantom.   A burglar has been discovered on Hollywood Boulevard. Then Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast April 16, 1951, 73 years ago, The Noose Hangs High. The Binks brothers are two recluses who start seeing the shadow of a noose! It's all a matter of emeralds! Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast April 16, 1952, 72 years ago, The Little Red Schoolhouse.  Plans are made to subvert a small American college.  Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 16, 1941, 83 years ago, Last of the Clipper Ships.   Teak Barnaby plans to blow up the "Clara M" and steal the treasure map from the ship's safe.Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 15, 1941, 83 years ago, Fibber Needs Glasses.   Fibber visits an eye doctor, gets drops put in his eyes, and begins a search for Wallace Wimple.Followed by the news of April 15, 1941, then Bob Hope, originally broadcast April 15, 1941, 83 years ago with guest Hedda Hopper.  Bob's opening monologue is about Spring cleaning. Brenda and Cobina are models for "Hope's Dress and Hat Shoppe." Bob gets romantic advice from guest Hedda Hopper.   Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 15, 1951, 73 years ago, The IRS visits Jack.  After archery in the back yard, the men from the Internal Revenue Service visit Jack for a second time! Guests Ronald Colman and Benita Hume tell the men from the I.R.S. how Jack managed to take them to the Mocambo nightclub and spend only $3.90! Followed by My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast April 15, 1949, 75 years ago, Horseback Riding.  Jealous of George going riding with a female client, Liz decides to take up horseback riding.  Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 15, 1948, 76 years ago, Their Last Night in New York.  An evening at the theatre.  Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Two + hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Screen Director’s Playhouse, originally broadcast April 14, 1950, 74 years ago, It Happens Every Spring starring Ray Milland.  A baseball comedy about a college professor who becomes a star pitcher for St. Louis, thanks to his magic "hair tonic."Followed by the news of April 14, 1950, then The Halls of Ivy starring Ronald and Benita Coleman, originally broadcast April 14, 1950, 74 years ago, Mrs. Fosters Lost Dog.  The Halls are late for an important dinner because of a little lost dog. Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 14, 1948, 76 years ago.  The show opens with an address by President Truman on the opening of the Security Loan drive.  Jimmy and Victor Moore travel across the country to investigate the housing problem. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast April 14, 1949, 75 years ago, Henry the Shortstop. Henry starts the day with a bowl of Grape Nuts, then announces that he's going to be the shortstop on the school baseball team. Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 14, 1941, 83 years ago, Last of the Clipper Ships.   "Superman" rescues Clark Kent! He then takes over the ship and throws Barnaby in irons. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

+ Hours of Westerns and CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast April 13, 1958, 66 years ago, Wagon Train.   A wagon train led by the evil Burnwell has killed Carl Justice and stolen $10,000 in gold. Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 13, 1958. 66 years ago, Kendall for the Defense. Kendall becomes a backwoods barrister to defend an ex-Indian scout accused of murder.  Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 13, 1954, 70 years ago, The Big Note.  A young woman reports that her friend Katherine Pilgrim, is addicted to heroin.Followed by Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast April 13, 1954, 70 years ago, Charles Avon, Druggist.  Charles Avon hires Peter Chambers to help him find the killer of Alan Lewis. Lewis was blackmailing Charles Avon, who happens to be a pharmacist and a dealer in illegal drugs as well!Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 13, 1948, 76 years ago, An Important Banquet. Mr. Carrington comes to dinner.   Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCivil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Two + hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 12, 1954, 70 years ago, Parole to Panic starring Broderick Crawford.  An ex-con trying to go straight is tracked down and shot by members of his old gang. Followed by the news of April 12, 1954, then Night Watch starring Donn Reed,  originally broadcast April 12, 1954,  70 years ago, Indecent Exposure.  The first report in the police car is about a case of indecent exposure. The cops travel to another city to arrest the suspect. The show makes for fascinating listening to the man's wife at the police station and an interview with the suspect in his jail cell.Then Escape, originally broadcast April 12, 1953, 71 years ago, Classified Secret starring Parley Baer.  Spies on a cross-country bus...and counterspies along for the ride.  Followed by Sky King starring Earl Nightengale, originally broadcast April 12, 1951, 73 years ago, The Lady Sheriff.   Lady Alice has stolen $60,000 in diamonds and escaped on her golden palomino. The trail leads Sky to a plane crash, a gun fight, and plenty of action inside of a diamond mine!Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 12, 1948, 76 years ago, The Moving Men. The moving men cometh.Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then Mr. District Attorney starring Jay Jostyn, originally broadcast April 11, 1951, 73 years ago, The Case of the Money Machine.  A former worker in a mental hospital breaks in and steals one of the inmates who happens to be a mathematical genius. An act in the carnival is set up for the madman. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast April 11, 1952, 72 years ago, Man of Mystery. Gregory Arkadin summons Harry from Vienna to Antibes. He's a wealthy man who has had amnesia for 20 years. He hires Harry to find out who he really is. It's worth $10,000 to Harry if he succeeds. Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast April 11, 1950, 74 years ago,  Operation Tomorrow.   A professor sends his assistant 100 years into the future in a newly built time machine. Arriving in the year 2050, the assistant finds that the world has been at war for ninety-five years!Followed by a quick look at the news of April 11, 1950, then Beyond Tomorrow, originally broadcast April 11, 1950, 74 years ago,  Incident at Switchpath. A story about two strange machines found buried deep in a cave. Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 11, 1941, 83 years ago, Last of the Clipper Ships.  The discovery of a treasure map. Teak Barnaby wants that map...or else!   Though unbilled, Bud Collyer played Superman, and Jackie Kelk (Homer in Henry Aldrich) played Jimmy Olson. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two + hours of CrimeFirst a look at this day in History.Then Crime Club, originally broadcast April 10, 1947, 77 years ago, The Gray Mist Murders.  A pleasure cruise to Hawaii on a private yacht becomes the scene of several murders. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast April 10, 1948, 76 years ago, The Case of the High School Hotshots.   Two teen-agers graduate from robbing gas stations with a hot-rod getaway car to murder. A piece of purple sewing thread in the vital clue to their capture.  Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 10, 1960, 64 years ago, Two Horse Parlay.  A man needs $4000 to pay his gambling debts, and the only way to get it is from his blind old aunt, who thinks he's a concert pianist.  Followed by Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast April 10, 1950, 74 years ago, Pirate Loot.  Steve Mitchell travels to Trinidad to find himself a diver on the "Sea Witch," searching for a modern sunken treasure. Finally The Strange Dr Weird, originally broadcast April 10, 1945, 79 years ago, When Killers Meet.  Two mad-dog killers on the lam meet their match.Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of DramaFirst a look at this day in History.Then Mr. President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast April 9, 1950, 74 years ago, Good Friday.  A president feels fit and glad to be alive, but has a strange premonition about death. Guess who?Followed by Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast April 9, 1951, 73 years ago, Uncle Harry’s Bones. Where is Uncle Harry? When his bones are found, the search is only beginning. It's a five-year-old murder, and everyone in town is a suspect!Then Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast April 9, 1946, 78 years ago, Lady With A Plan starring Elspeth Eric. The wife of the warden uses one of the inmates to kill her husband. She then double-crosses the convict who is machine-gunned in a graphic scene. Followed by a quick look at the news of April 9, 1946, then Nick Carter, Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast April 9, 1946, 78 years ago, the case of the Disappearing Corpse.   Not only does the murdered man vanish, but so does Nick Carter! Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 9, 1941, 83 years ago, Last of the Clipper Ships.   The secret of "The Whistler" is revealed, and a very important piece of oiled silk is examined. Though unbilled, Budd Collyer played Superman, and Jackie Kelk (Homer in Henry Aldrich) played Jimmy Olson. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two + hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 8, 1947, 77 years ago, Molly’s Twisted Ankle.   Fibber is sure Molly has twisted her ankle and is determined to help her with the Spring cleaning.Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast April 8, 1945, 79 years ago, Leroy’s Pet Pig.  Gildersleeve is forced to get rid of Leroy's pet pig. Then The Sad Sack Show starring Herb Vigran, originally broadcast April 8, 1946, 78 years ago, Sad Sack Comes Home.  The Sack, just discharged from the Army, buys a new suit and goes to see his girl.  Followed by My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast April 8, 1949, 75 years ago, The Gum Machine.  Liz is determined to stand up for her rights, which leads to a confrontation with a gum machine. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 8, 1948, 76 years ago, Browsing the Catalog.  David and Claudia browse the mail order catalog for farm equipment and kitchen gear.  And clothes. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day. 

2 + Hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 7, 1953, 71 years ago with guest Mitzi Gaynor.  The boys and Mitzi do a sketch about a Hollywood couple where one is a washed up star while the other is still in demand. Followed by Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast April 7, 1949, 75 years ago, Sam Shovel and the Short Order Crook.  Costello remembers his first girlfriend. Abbott invites Costello to his birthday party. Sam Shovel solves, "The Case Of The Thief Who Stole The Hamburgers From The Lunchroom," or, "He was a short-order crook."Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 7, 1942, 82 years ago, Scrap Drive.    Fibber and Molly decide to clean out the hall closet.Followed by A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast April 7, 1948, 76 years ago, Saving WEAZ.   Dennis tries to keep the Weaverville radio station on the air, and winds up doing a show all by himself, "Make Believe Bedlam." Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 7, 1941, 83 years ago, Last of the Clipper Ships.  Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen avoid a mutiny and close in on, "The Whistler."Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream