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Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Buddy Clark. ep14, 480102

Posted by By Keith April 19, 2026Posted inMusic, Spike JonesNo Comments
Introduced by Mike Wallace, Spike opens with, Yes, We Have No Bananas. Spike introduces radio's Woman of the Year, and park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. Spike jokes with her about…
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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.

Boston Blackie – Kingston and the 15 Story Disappearing Office Building. ep191, 480908

Posted by By Keith April 15, 2026Posted inBoston Blackie, Detective and MysteryNo Comments
Blackie gets a phone call from an old friend about a 15-story office building he just bought. Then overnight, it just disappeared, and all that remains is a vacant lot.…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Casey, Crime Photographer – Queen Of The Amazons. ep219, 480108

Posted by By Keith April 10, 2026Posted inCasey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery
Casey isn't thrilled at all when Ann tells him about their next assignment. It involves a cold car ride to the country to interview a woman who nabbed two crooks…
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antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Mel Torme. 480409

Posted by By Keith April 5, 2026Posted inMusic, Spike Jones
Playlist: Spike Jones opens with; Yes, Sir That's My Baby. Spike comments about Detroit, where the show is broadcast from this week, and the auto industry. Dorothy talks with Spike…
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Bob Bailey #2

Let George Do It – The Hearse Was Painted Pink. ep100, 480920

Posted by By Keith March 31, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Let George Do It2 Comments
If you're ever up a blind alley, give George a call and give yourself a second chance. This time around George is called on to make love to a beautiful…
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Various baking and cooking equipment including measuring cups, mixing bowls, and utensils.

Mary Lee Taylor Show – Redecorating. 481210

Posted by By Keith March 28, 2026Posted inDocumentary and Interview, Mary Lee Taylor
Before the visit with the Carters, Mary Lee gives a preview of the recipe to come later in the show. Making the best of the humble little apartment, Sally does…
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A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- Costello Pays Income Tax. 480310

Posted by By Keith March 27, 2026Posted inAbbott and Costello, Comedy
audio quality could be better. Abbott remarks on a few family photo that Costello brought. He warns Lou that income tax time is right around the corner. They discuss the…
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A judge is holding a law book in one hand and wagging his finger in the other.

Perry Mason – Trial Of Mary McKean Begins. 481101

Posted by By Keith March 21, 2026Posted inDrama, Perry Mason
Perry has found himself once again, bordering on the wrong side of the law, and is hiding out from the police. Meanwhile in the courtroom, his assistant battles it out…
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A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- Going to Alaska to Find Gold. 480303

Posted by By Keith March 20, 2026Posted inAbbott and Costello, Comedy
audio quality could be better. Costello arrives with the cold. Meanwhile, Abbott gets onto him about always going out with the girls. When challenged though, Costello demonstrates he knows about…
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My Friend Irma cast in 1948. My Friend Irma, best new program: Marie Wilson as Irma with Cathy Lewis and, Cy Howard.

My Friend Irma – Rhinelander Charity Ball(Masquerade Ball). 481011

Posted by By Keith February 26, 2026Posted inComedy, My Friend Irma
Irma and Jane talk about the charity masquerade party in the society section of the paper. A fancy event thrown by Jane's boyfriend's family. Though Irma would like to go,…
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