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Fred Allen’s closest friend, Jack Benny takes offense at his introduction by Don Wilson. Just what was it that Fred said about Jack on his latest show? Mary is onboard to joke about Jack’s thriftiness, and about football Mel Blanc plays a magazine reporter who keeps a few running gags alive. Phil Harris shows off his classy vocabulary, as he compares his band to other famous bands
The Sportsmen help Phil Harris do a sponsor message using Phils signature song, That’s What I Like About the South. Even Jack and Don jump in on the act. Dennis still isn’t here, and Jack can’t imagine why he’s late. As the cast ponders the situation, Dennis pops in to tell about his mother, and the new suit she bought. Dennis sings, Don’t You Love Me Anymore?
In flashback Jack tells about his trouble in putting the ax to his live turkey. He and Rochester have grown close to their new house guest. Is there a better way to do away with the turkey? Leaving the deed up to Rochester, Jack has a nightmare about his turkey. In a courtroom with a turkey jury, Jack faces a murder charge. Mel Blanc, Bea Benederet, and Frank Nelson help to put Jack on the spot. Will Jack have any friends who will stick up for him? The Sportsmen pitch in with a spoof of, the Lady from 29 Palms.
