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The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 62, Chapter 5, 15th Anniversary. 470427

Posted by By Keith May 9, 2026Posted inDrama, One Mans Family
Beginning their 16th year in radio, the show celebrates its 15th anniversary by remembering times gone by. Title: 16th Year on Radio. Topics of discussion include: Rise and fall of…
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Old-Fashioned Compass Rose

World Adventurers Club – Land Of Death. ep7, 1932

Posted by By Keith May 9, 2026Posted inAdventure, World Adventurers Club
A newsreel man talks about a Hungarian city where the men are mysteriously dying off at the hands of a she devils. Disguised as a peasant woman from a nearby…
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Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Dragnet – The Big Rip. ep349, 560424

Posted by By Keith May 8, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Dragnet
Working the burglary detail, Joe and Frank visit the crime lab. Frank shares a word on some domestic troubles, playing cards with his wife and friends. Reviewing the data from…
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A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Lum Falls In Love With Zenora. 350404

Posted by By Keith May 8, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Horlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You'll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…
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"Let George Do It" radio show logo featuring a man in a fedora holding a smoking gun, with the show title displayed in bold red letters above him and a red microphone below him against a blue background.

Let George Do It – The Impatient Red Head. ep104, 480906

Posted by By Keith May 7, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Let George Do It
George Valentine takes a case from a red head who wants to find out why her Spanish lover refuses to get more serious about her. As things develop, listeners are…
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A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Campaign Gets Hot. ep125, 440507

Posted by By Keith May 7, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
Relaxing in his office, Gildy puts up his feet and read love letters from his fiancée, Eve Goodwin. In voiceover, we hear the sweet nothings from Eve. His day dreams…
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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

Molle Mystery Theater – Follow That Cab. 460419

Posted by By Keith May 6, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Molle Mystery Theater
Two cabbies with too much time on their hands, and a love for mystery novels find themselves in the middle of solving a real one. Julius and Moe imagine themselves…
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A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Dick Smashes Lum And Abners Glasses. 350403

Posted by By Keith May 6, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Horlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed…
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"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Planning A Trip To Europe(Complement Contest). 550717

Posted by By Keith May 5, 2026Posted inComedy, Our Miss Brooks
Connie talks with Mrs. Davis about her Summer plans of going to Europe, and the real likelihood that Connie actually has of going. Miss Brooks tells about the deal she…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Shrieking Prisoner Murder Case Part 2. 540623

Posted by By Keith May 5, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Mr Keen
The second installment of the ongoing crime mystery. Mr. Keen has learned that aunt Amy is the shrieking prisoner, and that aunt Martha is responsible for keeping her locked away,…
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