Lum and Abner – Ben Prepares to Leave Town. 470320

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Making preparations to leave town, Ben Withers talks with Abner. Is there something Lum can think of that will keep the man in town? Is there a new vocation tthey can get set up for doc, in place of being vetinarian?

Squire enters with US Quincey with a vital problem the community faces. With the Voice on the prowl, the police force needs to be expanded. Donations are being collected to hire a night watchman.

Besides being underfunded, who can they get to take the position of night watchman? Has Ben Withers already gone?