Lum and Abner – Lum Hypnotizes Abner. 470527

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.

Working out the details for his new radio show format, Lum is teased by Abner about hypnotism. Abner is a little confused about being held in a trance, and is skeptical at Lum’s powers of suggestion

Can Lum hypnotize Ulysses S Quincey to sing like Bing Crosby? Or use his power of suggestion to suggest that Lizabeth look like a Hollywood movie star?

Does Lum’s skills require a weaker mind than his to hypnotize someone? Showing off his amazing powers, Lum tries to put Abner to sleep. Is that such a feat? How about making Abner bark like a dog, washing the windows, and doing chores around the store?