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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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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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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 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 – Circus Moves To Belleville. 350401

Posted by By Keith May 1, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Horlicks: This week thousands of people will be buying malted milk products. Insist on only the finest. Accept no less than Horlicks, in either natural, or chocolate flavor. Now, what's…
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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 – The Great Tchaikovsky Love Story. ep249, 470430

Posted by By Keith April 30, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
after Leroy’s piano lesson, judge Hooker is on hand to offer to walk Miss Piper home. When Gildersleeve sends him away, Miss Piper notices that each time he walks her…
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Lum and Abner, going over the script.

Lum and Abner – Storm Blows Circus Tent Down. 350329

Posted by By Keith April 29, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Horlicks: What do we all have in common? the desire to save money and be economical. Horlicks lets you save as it nourishes and protects. In Pine Ridge Grandpap is…
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Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen- George’s Cat Collection. 490217

Posted by By Keith April 28, 2026Posted inBurns and Allen, Comedy
George and Gracie discuss James Mason, and his reputation of being brutal towards women. She warns George to be on his best behavior when James and his wife come for…
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Lum and Abner, going over the script.

Lum and Abner – Eye Glasses Trouble. 350328

Posted by By Keith April 27, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Horlicks: The original malted milk is a carefully processed food to nourish and sustain. Protect yourself by using the original. Refuse imitations. In Pine Ridge, the circus has been moved…
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Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny- Jack (Ace) Hawkin’s Revenge (End Clipped). ep444, 420326

Posted by By Keith April 26, 2026Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
from the new NBC building in San Francisco, Don introduces Jack in the new studio amid sound check interruptions. They talk about the elegance of the staff in uniform. They…
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