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Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Jack Over Sleeps Through The Broadcast. ep283, 380206

By Keith February 6, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack is missing so Don phones home to have Rochester see what is going on. Rochester wakes Jack up from his dream, and he hurries to get dressed. Mary phones…

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

So, You Want to Stay Married – For Richer for Poorer. ep2, 1947

By Keith February 6, 2022Drama, Upper Room

Laura Montgomery had married Fred Evans, and now she reflects on her life of 20 years earlier. She remembers both the happy and sad times that have tied the bonds…

So, You Want to Stay Married – Those Whom God Hath Joined Together. ep1, 1947

By Keith February 5, 2022Drama, Upper Room

This Upper Room series is undated from 1947, and seems to be one that presented a variety of lessons for the Christian life. If today's installments of "So You Want…

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.

Lum and Abner – Doc Withers Arrives. 461104

By Keith February 4, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The preparations are coming to a head, and we find Cedric is obsessed with his new shoes, and whether they'll be squeaky enough. Lum is ready for the anticipated arrival…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Missing Persons Bureau. 440204 (Retro Plus)

By Keith February 4, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Another double feature of Amos and Andy. First show: 2395th Day Of Broadcasting For NBC. 08-19-1936. On the tenth anniversary of NBC, producers salute the eight years (2395 days) of…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Death Takes a Working Day. ep35, 500203

By Keith February 3, 2022Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

After the death of Mr Martin, Johnny Dollar takes a job to investigate at the luxury estate. Suspecting a murder, and to prevent the insurance company from making an unnecessary…

Red Skelton (Raleigh Cigarette Program) Superstitious People. ep18, 420203

By Keith February 3, 2022Comedy, Red Skelton

Truman Bradley talks with Red about the hats that women are wearing this Spring. Ozzie talks about a horse thief relative, then Harriet enters to keep the fashion discussion alive,…

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Adelines Hat Shop. ep313, 490202

By Keith February 2, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

After dinner, Gildersleeve relaxes his overstuffed body in his overstuffed chair, as the kids try to make him comfortable. Marjorie mentions Adelines past as a hat shop owner, and that…

Lum and Abner – Lum Plans Big Welcome. 461031

By Keith February 2, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap is relieved to learn from Abner that Lum really didn't want to build that big office building for Doc Withers. Cedric is back, but not for shoe shopping today.…

Dragnet – The Big Bird. ep285, 550201

By Keith February 1, 2022Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

The story of your police force in action. There has been a series of robberies in the big city. It's up to Joe Friday and Frank Smith to stop them.…