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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 GildersleeveNo Comments
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 TheaterNo Comments
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 AbnerNo Comments
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 BrooksNo Comments
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 KeenNo Comments
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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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 Borrows 200 From Union Bank. 35040

Posted by By Keith May 4, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments
Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let's see what's happening in Pine Ridge. After…
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Image of a cowboy on horseback herding cattle in a field, with a Herding Dog.

The Roy Rogers Show – The Russian Kid.

Posted by By Keith May 4, 2026Posted inRoy Rogers, WesternNo Comments
Pat Friday listens, as Vern Smith narrates this story of frontier Robin Hoods. One of them was a big Russian, and this is how his life was turned around. In…
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five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) The Mills Brothers. 480206

Posted by By Keith May 3, 2026Posted inMusic, Spike JonesNo Comments
The Spotlight Revue, featuring the Mills Brothers and the usual cast. Playlist: Spike leads off with; I'm Just Wild About Harry. Spike introduces the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. They…
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Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny Love Scene with Ann Sheridan. Ep445, 420503

Posted by By Keith May 3, 2026Posted inComedy, Jack BennyNo Comments
Don Wilson rolls back the clock so we can join Jack Benny and the cast on the set of Jack’s new movie. Jack interrupts Rochester as he sings and cleans…
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A judge is holding a law book in one hand and wagging his finger in the other.

Perry Mason – Courtroom Crowd. ep1342, 481102

Posted by By Keith May 2, 2026Posted inDrama, Perry Mason
A curious crowd watches as the movie production crew goes into full swing in filming. It's just a sting operation set up by Perry Mason, and Paul Drake. Will that…
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