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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Thousand Year Reich. ep7, 1942

Posted by By Keith June 30, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
It was never a secret about Hitler's Thousand Year Reich. To make it happen, this show's producer presents how the German school system used a revisionist history approach to feed…
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Vintage advertisement from The Saturday Evening Post titled "1,001 Ways Soap Helps to Win the War!" by Procter & Gamble. It includes images of military parachutes, a soldier, and workers in factories, showcasing soap's utility in the war effort—cleaning uniforms, preserving materials, and more. The text emphasizes soap's role in both military and home settings. The bottom features the Procter & Gamble logo and the slogan promoting the importance of soap in peace and war.

G.I. Jive (AFRS) Stan Kenton – Eager Beaver. ep704, 1944

Posted by By Keith June 29, 2025Posted inGI Jive, Music
Requests are handled by every Gi's favorite DJ, GI Jill. She dedicates the songs, and plays them for service men serving overseas. Stan Kinton plays, Eager Beaver. Bing Crosby sings,…
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Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – The USO. 420521

Posted by By Keith June 25, 2025Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Lum goes over manuscripts for his new publishing company with Abner. He's looking for submissions from young, hopeful writers, but all he's gotten so far is slush and mush from…
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Vintage advertisement from The Saturday Evening Post titled "1,001 Ways Soap Helps to Win the War!" by Procter & Gamble. It includes images of military parachutes, a soldier, and workers in factories, showcasing soap's utility in the war effort—cleaning uniforms, preserving materials, and more. The text emphasizes soap's role in both military and home settings. The bottom features the Procter & Gamble logo and the slogan promoting the importance of soap in peace and war.

G. I. Jive (AFRS) Benny Goodman – Bugle Call Rag. ep703, 1944

Posted by By Keith June 22, 2025Posted inGI Jive, Music
Hosted by GI Jill. Benny Goodman plays, Bugle Call Rag. Long Ago and Far Away. Johnny Mercer sings, GI Jive. Harry James plays, Backbeat Boogie. Note: YANK, The Army Weekly:…
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Vintage advertisement from The Saturday Evening Post titled "1,001 Ways Soap Helps to Win the War!" by Procter & Gamble. It includes images of military parachutes, a soldier, and workers in factories, showcasing soap's utility in the war effort—cleaning uniforms, preserving materials, and more. The text emphasizes soap's role in both military and home settings. The bottom features the Procter & Gamble logo and the slogan promoting the importance of soap in peace and war.

G. I. Jive – Andy Kirk – Riding Along. ep618, 1944

Posted by By Keith June 15, 2025Posted inGI Jive, Music
That sweetheart from back home has the tunes you want to hear. You request them, and GI Jill plays them. Andy Kirk plays, Riding Along. Artie Shaw plays, Stardust. Harry…
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Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – A War Bond. 420511

Posted by By Keith June 11, 2025Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
After the short-lived idea about an old folks home didn't work out, Lum and Abner continue to discuss ways to invest their $10K in the community. Grandpap offers an idea…
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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

G. I. Jive (AFRS) Bing Crosby – Roleo Rolling Along. ep617, 1944

Posted by By Keith June 8, 2025Posted inGI Jive, Music
GI Jill is back and wants to go on a date with the soldiers serving overseas. She has her own juke box, and is ready to serve up some of…
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G.I. Jive (AFRS) Count Basie – Blue Lou. ep602, 1943

Posted by By Keith May 25, 2025Posted inGI Jive, Music
G.I. Jill plays the tunes at the request of soldiers serving overseas, and dedicates the songs right back at them. Playlist: Count Basey plays, Blue Lou. Bob Crosby plays I'll…
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CBS Evening News – War News Updates. 450513

Posted by By Keith May 23, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
What happened this day in news? What were the hot topics of concern? Robert Krout reports on the National Day of Prayer. Island attacks, fighting on Okinawa, New Guinea, and…
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Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

G.I. Jive – Benny Goodman, Honeysuckle Rose. ep601, 1943

Posted by By Keith May 4, 2025Posted inGI Jive, Music
GI Jill dedicates the show to the Navy. Benny Goodman plays, Honeysuckle Rose. A news item about new radios for St Alvins Hospital. Skinny Ennis plays, Bugle Call Rag. Bing…
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