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Whitehall 1212 – Case Of Donald Simms. 520120

Posted by By Keith May 21, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Whitehall1212No Comments
The phone call comes in, and Scotland Yard inspectors are mobilized to investigate a case of murder. Donald Simms was to marry the victim, Miss Holmby. The high-class butler seems…
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"Mother's Best Flour." The full title reads "Just When I Needed You. ep26, 510212" beneath the large text "Mother's Best Flour." The setting is a recording studio with vintage equipment, including a microphone on a table and a reel-to-reel tape recorder. Two men, dressed in old-fashioned western attire, are playing guitars and singing into separate microphones. The overall style has a nostalgic, vintage feel.

Mothers Best Flour – Just When I Needed You. ep26, 510212

Posted by By Keith May 17, 2026Posted inMothers Best, Music
Wake up in the morning with some classic country music played by Hank Williams and his studio musicians. Playlist: Hank Williams sings, Just When I Needed You. John and Jack,…
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A digital artwork that features a stylized Christmas tree made of various shades of blue and white circles, triangles, and lines. The tree is set against a navy blue background, and its branches and ornaments are intricately designed with snowflakes, stars, and abstract shapes. The text "Celebrate the Season with Peace" is written in white cursive letters at the bottom, and a small white dove is perched on one of the branches.

Whitehall1212 – Case Of The Late Mrs Harvey. 520217

Posted by By Keith April 22, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Whitehall1212
Scotland Yard inspectors discuss the matter of murder, and a missing housewife. Calling on professor Harvey, the soft-spoken man is asked questions about his wife, and her singing talent, or…
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A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Television Comes to Summerfield. ep440, 520326

Posted by By Keith March 26, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
in all new transmitter in the hills near Summerfield has the citizens buzzing about television reception. Gildersleeve enters Peavy’s drugstore, and the two talk about having no time to watch…
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"Cowboys and Gunslinger Photographs" - A black and white photograph featuring a collection of antique firearms and cowboy memorabilia. The items are arranged on a wooden table, and include revolvers, pistols, rifles, bullets, and other cowboy accessories. The image evokes the rugged and lawless nature of the American West during the late 19th century, when duels and shootouts were common. The artifacts serve as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives and culture of cowboys and gunslingers from this era.

The Cisco Kid – Necktie Party For Pancho. 520731

Posted by By Keith March 23, 2026Posted inCisco Kid, Western
According to J David Golden: The Cisco Kid. Program #4. Mutual-Don Lee net origination, Ziv syndication. "The Town of Broken Cinch". Commercials added locally. Cisco and Pancho are jailed and…
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A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy’s Garden. ep439, 520319

Posted by By Keith March 19, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
the sights and sounds of spring or all-around. Gildersleeve’s and Leroy sit on the porch commenting about their neighbor Mr. Bullard who is doing his gardening. Gildy is suddenly motivated…
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A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Train Trip to Omaha. ep438, 520312

Posted by By Keith March 12, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
it’s Friday afternoon in Summerfield, and we find Leroy being puzzled about something. As he walks down the sidewalk he races home to see if Bertie is making doughnuts. He…
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A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Bullard Is House Guest – Need Two Thousand Dollar Loan. ep437, 520305

Posted by By Keith March 5, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve
Gildersleeve is in a talkative mood, but unfortunately the only neighbor available is run some Bullard. What kind of flowers is the neighbor planting? Signs of spring is in the…
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A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Leroy’s Week of Freedom. ep436, 520227

Posted by By Keith February 27, 2026Posted inComedy, Great Gildersleeve2 Comments
Bertie complains to Gildersleeve’s about having to endlessly wax the floor while she cleans up after Leroy. Marjorie complains about the messy condition of Leroy’s room. Will it be as…
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A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Civic Coordinator. ep435, 520220

Posted by By Keith February 20, 2026Posted inAdventure, Comedy, Great Gildersleeve
it’s near the end of business at the water department, and the great Gildersleeve is trying to tune in the news on his radio. Leroy is on hand, and his…
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