Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast August 5, 1947, 78 years ago, A Salute To The Great Outdoors. Milton rents a mountain cabin for the family to get away for some peace and quiet. Followed by The Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast August 5, 1946, 79 years ago, Christmas in Connecticut starring Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman. An adaptation of the 1945 motion picture that starred Barbara Stanwyck and Dennis Morgan. A food writer who has lied about being the perfect housewife must try to cover her deception when her boss and a returning war hero invite themselves to her home for a traditional family Christmas. Then, George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast August 5, 1940, 85 years ago, George’s Movie. George is getting ready to present his movie idea to producer Joseph Pasternak. Followed by A Date With Judy starring Ann Gilles, originally broadcast August 5, 1940, 85 years ago, Father’s Birthday. Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast August 5, 1942, 83 years ago, Stranger to Call About Baby. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Drama on a Monday First, a look at the events of the day Then, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast August 4, 1951, 74 years ago, The Long Way Home. Marlowe is investigating the disappearance of Amy Harper. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast August 4, 1957, 68 years ago, The Flesh Peddler starring DeForest Kelley. A story about a strange ventriloquist and his even stranger secret. Then, Romance, originally broadcast August 4, 1952, 73 years ago, Return to Tomorrow starring Harry Bartell. Two travelers pick up a woman who has passed out in their car. Once they get to their destination, she awakens with no memory of anything. Is it amnesia? Followed by The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast August 4, 1954, 71 years ago, The Gentleman Friend. $86,000 in cash was stolen in a daylight bank robbery on August 12, 1951. But how did the robber get the information on the inner workings of the bank? Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast August 4, 1942, 83 years ago, To Take Baby King’s Place. Lum has been practicing sitting on the throne. He's going to be "Assistant King!" Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Crime and drama on a Sunday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast August 3, 1956, 69 years ago, The Subways are for Sleeping. . An adaptation of the fascinating Harpers magazine short story about a homeless man (but not a bum!) in New York. The original article can be read here: https://harpers.org/archive/1956/03/subways-are-for-sleeping/ Followed by Somebody Knows, originally broadcast August 3, 1950, 75 years ago, the Paula Kohler Eubanks Murder. On June 26, 1947, Ms. Eubanks' body was found at the Kansas City (Missouri) city dump, strangled to death. CBS offers $5000 for information leading to the conviction of her killer. Then, The Line-Up starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast August 3, 1950, 75 years ago, Hit and Run Driver. Two young girls have been killed by a hit-and-run driver. What did they have in common? Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast August 3, 1941, 84 years ago, The Tell-Tale Heart starring Boris Karloff. The deaf man who could hear everything meets the blind man who can see it all. They take up residence in an old abandoned mill. Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast August 3, 1942, 83 years ago, Thinks Baby is a Lost King. A mysterious reply to Abner's letter leads Lum to conclude that the baby is a king! Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Crime on a Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade, Detective starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast August 1, 1948, 77 years ago, The Dry Martini Caper. A wealthy businessman is shot in broad daylight. Spade tracks down the killer. Followed by Under Arrest starring Joe DeSantis, originally broadcast August 1, 1948, 77 years ago, The Spook of Sherwood Mansion. Captain Jim Scott investigates the haunted house of Janet Sherwood. A murdered man turns out to be an international spy. There's an "atom secret" at stake, and it's very valuable. Then, Nick Carter, Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast August 1, 1948, 77 years ago, The Case of the Midway Murders. An escaped convict, a roller coaster corpse, and an enraged ape. Followed by Broadway Is My Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast August 1, 1954, 71 years ago, The Floyd Decker Murder Case. Floyd Decker, a former gangster, has been murdered. The body hasn't yet been found. Finally. The Second Mrs Burton, originally broadcast August 1, 1949, 76 years ago, Campaign for Mayor. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Drama on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day Then, Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast August 2, 1943, 82 years ago, Murder in the Crypt. Where is the royal treasure of King Snafu? Only the jackal god knows, and he kills to keep it! Followed by Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast August 2, 1950, 75 years ago, Vienna Mystery. Steve Mitchell is sent to the U.S. consulate in Vienna to recover documents that have been stolen. Then, Confession, originally broadcast August 2, 1953, 72 years ago, Ester Phillips. A married woman begins seeing a man…who appears to be a criminal. Followed by Mr District Attorney starring Jay Jostyn, originally broadcast August 2, 1944, 81 years ago, The Case of the Curious Undertaker. A dishonest lawyer plans to murder two eccentric old ladies. Finally, Dear Adolf, originally broadcast August 2, 1942, 83 years ago, A Letter From a Foreign-Born American. Joseph Schildkraut reads his letter as a foreign-born American. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Comedy and Variety on a Thursday First, a look at the events of the day Then, Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 31, 1949, 76 years ago, Will Connie Resign? Rumor has it that Miss Brooks is leaving Madison High and moving to Connecticut! The story has an interesting tie-in with the winner of a Colgate sweepstakes. Followed by Granby’s Green Acres starring Gale Gordon and Bea Benaderet, originally broadcast July 31, 1950, 75 years ago, Granby Lays an Egg. The farm needs chickens, so Granby buys two hundred of them, all roosters!. Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour with host Edward Arnold, originally broadcast July 31, 1938, 87 years ago, with guest Faye Bainter. Charlie McCarthy is trying to sell tickets to his benefit performance of "Carmen." Edward Arnold and Faye Bainter appear in "Doddsworth," by Sinclair Lewis, adapted by Sidney Howard. Charlie does his version of the play, calling it "Doddsworthless." He uses the same cast, but plays the lead himself. The Stroud Twins discuss the theory of electricity. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 31, 1935, 90 years ago, Sells Jot ‘em Down Store. Squire Skimp and Snake Hogan are very unhappy that Abner has refused to invest his $2000 in the silver mine. In fact, they force Abner into a car and drive away with him! Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Drama from 75 years ago today on a Wednesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Jeff Regan Investigator starring Frank Graham and Frank Nelson, originally broadcast July 30, 1950, 75 years ago, A Fire For Romano. The Romano grocery store is burned down and Mrs. Romano killed by hoarding bigots. Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast July 30, 1950, 75 years ago, With My Own Eyes. A woman sees another woman murdered. The murderer turns out to be the police commissioner. The murdered woman then turns up alive! Then, Mr. President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast July 30, 1950, 75 years ago, The President Builds His Dream House. Mr. President does major renovation to the executive mansion…but it’s not an easy task! Followed by Top Secret starring Ilona Massey, originally broadcast July 30, 1950, 75 years ago, The Story of the Unknown Mission. Spy vs. spy in Italy, and a strange double-failure to murder. Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 30, 1942, 83 years ago, Fundamentals of Babysitting. Lum has hired a registered nurse to take care of the baby. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Westerns and Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 29, 1956, 69 years ago, The Lost Rifle. A young boy is found at the scene of a murder. It seems obvious that Ben Tipper, who hated the dead man, is the killer. Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 29, 1956, 69 years ago, Nature Boy. The Quiring family has come to the fort. The strangest trio ever to arrive on the western plains. Then Tales of the Texas Rangers starring Joel McCrea, originally broadcast July 29, 1950, 75 years ago, The Trigger Man. The story is based on the events of June 5, 1948. A dead man found in a burned-out house, a broken spur, and a fat man with small feet! Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast July 29, 1940, 85 years ago, Kiddie Party. George and Gracie are going to a "kiddie party" at the Cocoanut Grove. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 29, 1942, 83 years ago, Letter by Carrier Pigeon. Cedric has gone into the carrier pigeon business, so Abner sends a letter about the coat of arms to the man who placed the ad in the newspaper. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Drama on a Monday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Escape, originally broadcast July 28, 1949, 76 years ago, Second Class Passenger starring Parley Baer. An adventure yarn about an ordinary tourist on a cruise ship who finds a beautiful woman, murder and flight in the back alleys of Mozambique. Followed by Did Justice Triumph, originally broadcast July 28, 1947, 78 years ago, The Case of the Marriage Bureau Murders. A woman is found with her head bashed in by a hammer. A marriage bureau provides the clue to the murderer and bigamist. Then, Lights Out, originally broadcast July 28, 1945, 80 years ago, The Rocket Ship. A crew member aboard a returning spacecraft reports that the Moon’s surface is riddled with craters eerily resembling those left by atomic bomb tests in the New Mexico desert Followed by Romance, originally broadcast July 28, 1952, 73 years ago, The Paradise Package starring William Conrad and Georgia Ellis. Johnny is in a Tahiti Jail. He gets bailed out, but someone needs a favor... Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 28, 1942, 83 years ago, Editor of the Mena Star Helps. . Ed Beckley at the county seat's newspaper is asked about the mysterious coat of arms. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Crime on a Sunday First a look at the events of the day Then, The Line Up starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast July 27, 1950, 75 years ago, The Paradise Murder Case. A drunk named Jeffrey Carver is suspected of assault and kidnapping. Followed by Somebody Knows, originally broadcast July 27, 1950, 75 years ago, The Unsolved Murder Of Frank J. Christenson. On December 12, 1949, an honest politician was "mowed down" in Cicero, Illinois. He was fighting the return of gambling. Was this a mob killing? It's worth $10,000 to CBS (and Christenson's widow) to find out if "the syndicate" was involved. Then, Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast July 27, 1954, 71 years ago. Byron Thorndike hires Peter Chambers to guard the $50,000 prize money of the "Miss Universe" contest. When Thorndike is stabbed to death, one of the three beauty contest finalists must have killed him. Followed by Crime Classics, originally broadcast July 27, 1953, 72 years ago, The Final Day Of General Ketchum and How He Died. How did the General die? Damned if we know! Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Coat-of-arms in Newspaper. Does the baby belong to a Lodge? Grandpappy Spears has seen the coat of arms in the newspaper. What does it mean? Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Drama and Westerns on a Saturday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner as Paladin, originally broadcast July 26, 1959, 66 years ago, The Wager. Paladin accompanies a couple to Silver City to protect them from attempts on their lives. But it seems Paladin's been paid to kill for sport! Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 26, 1959, 66 years ago, Old Beller. The sad story of the best lead steer in Kansas, and the plan of Ab Slate to cownap him. Then, Escape, originally broadcast July 26, 1953, 72 years ago, The Notebook. A story about claim jumpers and a pack of wolves in the old West. Followed by Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast July 26, 1953, 72 years ago, The Case of the Living Dead Man. A bank embezzler decides to fake his own death but makes a careless mistake. Finally. Dear Adolf, originally broadcast July 26, 1942, Letter from an American Soldier starring William Holden. Private William Holden, as an American soldier, reads his letter to Hitler. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Drama on a Friday First a look at the events of the day Then, Dr. Christian starring Gene Hersholdt, originally broadcast July 25, 1945, 80 years ago, The Liar. Lucy comes back to River’s End, and Mrs. Parker is concerned that Lucy’s become a habitual liar. 8:30 Followed by Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast July 25, 1945, 80 years ago, The Case of the Dog of Dynamite. The former commander of all Gestapo agents in Spain plans to enter a U.S. government laboratory working on very valuable "bugs." 10pm ABC Then Satan’s Waitin’, originally broadcast July 25, 1950, 75 years ago, Paintings of Death. Satan himself tells the story about a cheating wife and her wealthy husband. He wants a divorce and offers her the house and a lot of money, if her lover will marry her within six months. Followed by Murder By Experts, originally broadcast July 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The Big Money. An ex-con meets two schemers trying to hijack a 7 million dollar estate. Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 25, 1960, 65 years ago, Sneaking Out the Back Door. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Drama on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Crime Club, originally broadcast July 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Serenade Macabre. A circus triangle story. A murdered lion tamer causes the trouble. Followed by Academy Award Theater, originally broadcast July 24, 1946, 79 years ago, Foreign Correspondent starring Joseph Cotton. An American reporter in love with an English girl tracks down a Nazi spy ring from Holland. Then, A Life in Your Hands, originally broadcast July 24, 1952, 73 years ago, Eddie Phillips, Escaped Killer. Randall Marsden, an aspiring politician, is found shot. Eddie Phillips has broken out of prison before he was scheduled to be executed. Followed by Night Watch, originally broadcast July 24, 1954, 71 years ago, A Harassment Complaint. The first call is about a woman who is making her third complaint about a neighborhood boy. A burglar and his friend have been arrested behind a gas station. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 24, 1959, 66 years ago, The Missing Passport. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Crime and Espionage on a Wednesday First a look at the events of the day Then, Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast July 23, 1949, 76 years ago, Nigerian Safari. Steve's off to Nigeria to obtain rights to a new manganese discovery. Followed by The Man Called X starring Herbert Marshall, originally broadcast July 23, 1946, 79 years ago, Stolen Lavaliers In France. A strange lady kisses Ken Thurston in the lobby of a New York theatre, which leads to Paris and the stolen Rotterdam collection of jewels. Then I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 23, 1952, 73 years ago, Canadian Crossfire. Cvetic is in Canada foiling the Party's plans to sabotage a joint U.S.-Canadian missile project. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast July 23, 1936, 89 years ago, Corpse in the Shack. In Maricopa County (Arizona), Ben Knight is wanted for murder, driving a 1925 Studebaker and accompanied by two young girls and a woman. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 23 1942, 83 years ago, Baby’s Coat of Arms. The baby’s coat‑of‑arms turns out to hold surprising significance. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Westerns on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 22, 1956, 69 years ago, Spotted Tails Return. Spotted Tail has suddenly moved off the reservation with his whole tribe. Captain Quince and sixty troopers ride out after him to find out why. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 22, 1956, 69 years ago, Lynching Man. Hank Blennis is found lynched, and Charlie Drain is determined to punish the killers. Then, The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast July 22, 1954, 71 years ago, The River of No Return. Roy and his companions navigate treacherous rapids and face off against outlaws threatening a nearby frontier town and rescue a stranded damsel in distress. Followed by Tales of the Texas Rangers, starring Joel McCrea, originally broadcast on July 22, 1950, 75 years ago, on Apache Peak. The story is based on the events of October 4, 1949. A hitchhiker murders a New Yorker and steals his car and clothes. Finally. Rosemary, originally broadcast July 22, 1946, 79 years ago. Rosemary and Brad have arrived at New York City's Penn Station. Bill is trying to find Audrey Roberts and his young daughter. Meanwhile, Bill continues to suffer from amnesia. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Crime and Science Fiction on a Monday First a look at the events of the day Then, Wanted, originally broadcast July 21, 1950, 75 years ago, The Man Everybody Liked. The story of Philip Feranda, who on May 14, 1949 was murdered in Cleveland. Shortly after this broadcast, Feranda's killer was recognized and captured. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast July 21, 1937, 88 years ago, The Alibi. A dangerous hold-up man is wanted. He has held up a streetcar motorman. Then, The Big Story, originally broadcast July 21, 1948, 77 years ago, The Lottery Racket. The big story of Keeler McCartney of the Atlanta Constitution, who attempts to clean up a lottery racket and nearly gets killed for his efforts. Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast July 21, 1957, 68 years ago, The Green Hills of Earth. The beautiful Robert Heinlein science fiction story about Reisling, the blind poet of the spaceways. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 21, 1942, 83 years ago, The Baby Will Draw the Name. The baby is to pick his own name in a drawing. Lum tries to fix the odds in favor of "Little Lum." Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Drama on a Sunday from 67 years ago First, a look at this day in History. Then, Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, 67 years ago, Jesse James Robs Kendall. Five holdup men outside Laramie, Wyoming Territory, and Kendall's attempt to have them arrested. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, 67 years ago, Marshall Proudfoot. Chester's father is in Dodge to visit his father...the Marshal! Then, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, 67 years ago, The Mojave Red Sequel Matter. Suspicion falls on Red, the fishing guide. Followed by Somebody Knows, originally broadcast July 20, 1950, 75 years ago, The Unsolved Murder of Joseph P Bohanak. On April 10, 1950, the attendant at a Philadelphia gas station is murdered during a robbery. Or, perhaps the killer had a reason to shoot Bohanak several times. CBS offers a $5000 reward to anyone helping to solve the crime. Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 20, 1942, 83 years ago, Who Will Keep the Baby? Lizabeth plans to raise "Little Charlie." Lum plans to raise "Little Lum" in the feed room! Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Crime and Science Fiction on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 19, 1955, 70 years ago, The Big Bobo. A police sergeant is accused of taking $3500 from a woman to get her husband out of jail. Followed by Confession, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 72 years ago, Anna Carlson. Anna describes her life as a married mother of two with a husband on the road, struggling with restlessness and dissatisfaction despite a seemingly stable home. Then Challenge of the Yukon, originally broadcast July 19, 1951, 74 years ago, Tom Barry’s Return. Tom Barry is in a big hurry to get to Dawson. Sergeant Preston is in pursuit of him, to arrest him for murder! Followed by Dimension X, originally broadcast July 19, 1951, 74 years ago, Dwellers in Silence. Twenty years after mankind abandons the Earth, a spaceship from Mars lands. Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 19, 1960, 65 years ago, Bureaucratic Confusion. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Drama on a Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Presenting Charles Boyer, originally broadcast July 18, 1950, 75 years ago, The Mink Coat. Mishel (Boyer) is given a mink coat in the lobby of a theatre. The beautiful lady disappears...and the coat is alas, stolen. Followed by The Adventures of Sam Spade starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast July 18, 1948, 77 years ago, The Missing Newshawk Caper. Spade is hired to find a reporter named Ray McCully. Spade finds him all right, stabbed to death! Then, Theater of Romance, originally broadcast July 18, 1944, 81 years ago, Stage Door. Starving actresses trying to break into show business meet with success and tragedy. Followed by Dr Christian starring Gene Hersholdt, originally broadcast July 18, 1945, 80 years ago, Joyous Heart. A young woman tells Dr. Christian her husband has come home from the war. But he had already been killed! Finally. The Challenge of the Yukon, originally broadcast July 18, 1946, 79 years ago, Preston Breaks a Rule. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Westerns and Comedy on a Thursday First a look at the events of the day Then, Have Gun, Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 17, 1960, 65 years ago, Little Guns. Paladin travels to Preston, Arizona, when his old friend James Ellis hires him to prevent a range war. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 17, 1960, 65 years ago, Busted Up Guns. The Indian agent on the Sioux reservation has gone off the deep end, is drunk and determined to keep guns away from the Indians. Then Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 17, 1955, 70 years ago, Planning a Trip to Europe. Miss Brooks is trying to promote a summer vacation trip to Europe...but so are Mr. Boynton and Mr. Conklin. Followed by Granby’s Green Acres starring Gale Gordon and Bea Benederet, originally broadcast July 17, 1950, 75 years ago, Granby Discovers Electricity. Granby decides an electric milker is needed for his farm. Finally, Hilltop House, originally broadcast July 17, 1953, 72 years ago, The Wrong Letter. Dr. Browning gives Julie the wrong letter about Reid. Bad news? Thanks to Adele for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day