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Elmer Davis & The News (CBS) Congress Convenes Tomorrow. 400102

Posted by By Keith December 8, 2022Posted inDocumentary and Interview
Congress is to convene, and a presidential wish is extended for peace in Europe. There could be disputes between congress and the president on how to accomplish foreign affairs though.…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Edward R Murrow CBS Grim Christmas In London. 401224

Posted by By Keith December 5, 2022Posted inDocumentary and Interview
Christmas bells aren't ringing in the face of anticipated German attacks. There is no Merry Christmas for Londoners who hunker down and are on their last nerve.
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A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Lone Ranger WXYZ Peace Comes to the Frontier. 401223

Posted by By Keith December 4, 2022Posted inLone Ranger, Western
Note: Maybe not a Christmas tale in the traditional sense. But one of how peace was restored to a community out west, as only the Lone Ranger could manage. There's…
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A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Jack Benny (NBCR) – Christmas Shopping. 401222

Posted by By Keith December 2, 2022Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
With only 2 more shopping days till Christmas, Don introduces that fugitive from Gimbles basement. Responding with jokes about the vicious little old ladies out bargain hunting, Jack greets Mary.…
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A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Joey’s Christmas Story. 401222

Posted by By Keith December 1, 2022Posted inShadow, Suspense and Horror1 Comment
Lamonte Cranston and Margot Lane help Joey and his poor family every year. Joey aspires to be a detective, and observes Lamonte in action on a case. When things don't…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Robin Duff (BBC) Sees London Burning. 401220

Posted by By Keith November 30, 2022Posted inDocumentary and Interview
The sounds of bombs exploding set the tone for the news report. As men fight the spreading fires, people get away quickly by taking cover in undergroune shelters. And the…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Lux Radio Theater (CBS) Remember the Night (Fred MacMurray, Barbara Stanwyck) 400325

Posted by By Keith November 27, 2022Posted inDrama, Lux
A court room is an unlikely setting for a love story, especially when its between the prosecutor and the woman on trial. Diamonds are stolen, and word goes out on…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Prince Olaf Of Norway (NRK) To Norwegians Living Abroad. 400101

Posted by By Keith November 26, 2022Posted inDocumentary and Interview
King Olaf greets his countrymen who are serving and living abroad. He encourages citizens to unite to strengthen the country. He then switches to Norwwegian, presumably to convey the same…
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A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Mutual Broadcast Service In Review – 1939 In Review. 400101

Posted by By Keith November 25, 2022Posted inDocumentary and Interview
By its own admission, the year was one characterised by war. Actual news sound bites share stories of crime and punishment, bravery and survival, and the election of a new…
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Mr. Keen – The Case Of The Woman Who Wasn’t Needed. 400605

Posted by By Keith July 26, 2022Posted inDetective and Mystery, Mr Keen
Mr. Keen, Tracer Of Lost Persons. June 5, 1940. "The Case Of The Woman Who Wasn't Needed". Sponsored by: Kolynos Toothpaste. The last episode of the story. Mrs. Frank's strange…
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