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Horlick’s: Carlton Bricker shares the story of a friend who struggled with weight loss until he and his wife tried the Horlicks reducing plan—a safe, healthy way to drop unwanted pounds.
Down in Pine Ridge, Squire Skimp had been trying to get Abner to sell the Jot ‘Em Down Store in hopes that the proceeds would be reinvested into silver mine stock. Today, Dick Huddleston and Lum discuss the latest turn of events: Abner has indeed sold the store, but he stubbornly refuses to buy any mine stock or participate in the town’s high-society craze. Squire is furious with Abner for holding onto his cash—and equally upset with Lum for failing to convince him.
Abner arrives in high spirits, thrilled with the deal he struck. The three friends discuss the terms of the sale, the threats Abner received along the way, and Snake Hogan’s involvement. Though Lum is disappointed by Abner’s refusal to join high society, he can’t help but feel proud of Abner for outsmarting Squire.
However, the celebration is short-lived. Squire and Snake arrive demanding a private word with Abner. Initial suspicion quickly turns to horror as Lum and Dick watch in panic as Abner is abruptly abducted and forced into a waiting car!
Horlick’s Testimonial: A listener shares how he and his friends relied on Horlicks during a grueling canoe trip in the great outdoors—an ideal way to sustain energy when regular meals aren’t available. Keep a flask of Horlicks with you wherever you go!
Archival Note: There may be a minor gap or mislabeling in dates between this episode and preceding broadcasts by early Old Time Radio archivers. Nevertheless, exciting adventures lie ahead as Lum and Abner navigate major shifts in their lives, the Jot ‘Em Down Store, and Pine Ridge!
