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Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny From Camp Collins, California. ep449, 420531

Posted by By Keith May 31, 2026Posted inComedy, Jack BennyNo Comments
we open with Jack Benny lecturing Rochester about the need to conserve gasoline and maintain vehicles well for the war effort. Jack is introduced for the last Jell-O episode, and…
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Old-Fashioned Compass Rose

I Love a Mystery – Million Dollar Curse. ep1, 491212

Posted by By Keith May 30, 2026Posted inAdventure, I Love a MysteryNo Comments
We kick off a new series with the launch of this Carlton Morse adventure series. I Love a Mystery was one of several shows that featured Jack, Doc, and Reggie.…
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Depiction of Jesus Christ in a purple robe, reaching out with one hand.

Greatest Story Ever Told – The Resurrection. ep11, 470406

Posted by By Keith May 30, 2026Posted inDrama, Greatest StoryNo Comments
Outside the gates of the palace of Pontius Pilate, the mob has left, and a single man stands to make a request. Joseph of Arimathea makes claims to show Pilate…
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Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Lum Needs An Engagement Ring. 350429

Posted by By Keith May 29, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments
Horlicks: Try a hot cup of Horlicks in the place of coffee or tea. Easy to digest, helps to keep you cheerful all day, and agrees with the weakest stomach.…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Nero Wolfe – The Lost Heir. ep25, 510420

Posted by By Keith May 29, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Nero WolfeNo Comments
Nero ponders whether he should take the case that may prevent a murder. And he will... After the pressing matter of a game of solitaire is resolved, Nero gives the…
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Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Hiding Place. ep83, 500509

Posted by By Keith May 28, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Philip MarloweNo Comments
The opening scene brings bad news for Martha Bryant. Philip goes into flashback mode to tell how the sweet, gray-haired lady came to ask his help with her son. Chip…
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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 – Gildy Tries to Give up Smoking. ep253, 470528

Posted by By Keith May 28, 2026Posted inComedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments
Gildersleeve works on his end dove the month reports in the water Commissioner’s office. His attention is disrupted by the unwanted advances of an insurance salesman. He manages to apply…
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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.

Richard Diamond – The Betty Moran Case. ep6, 490529

Posted by By Keith May 27, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Richard Diamond
A blackmailer from the mob comes around to collect from Betty Moran. The strong-willed woman refuses him, kills the mobster, then shoots herself. The news story gets the attention of…
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Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Evelina And Frank To Be Married. 350426

Posted by By Keith May 27, 2026Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Horlicks: Here's a tip for golfers. Take some malted milk tablets for satisfying hunger on the golf course. Natural, or chocolate flavor. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum's girlfriend Evelina is…
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Badges. night sticks, police officers.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Apple of Eve Caper. ep156, 490619

Posted by By Keith May 26, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Sam Spade
In the office, Effie is acting awfully nervous. Does she have a surprise to spring on Sam? Moving from the unpleasant surprise of his missing calendar... and he even met…
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