Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast May 26, 1946, 80 years ago, King for a Day. Fred and guest Jack Benny are heard on Fred's new quiz show, "King For A Day." Followed by The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast May 26, 1948, 78 years ago. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take another of their musical political trips around the country. Then, The Abbott and Costello Show, originally broadcast May 26, 1948, 78 years ago, Costello joins the Foreign Legion. Another traffic ticket follows a routine about Costello's Aunt May. Costello has been invited to join, "The Legion." The boys pay a visit to, "Honest Hassan, Used Camel Dealer." Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast May 26, 1954, 72 years ago, Visit from Aunt Hattie. . Leroy's lack of discipline prompts a crackdown by Gildersleeve and a visit from Aunt Hattie! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 26, 1948, 78 years ago, Late for the Train. Trying to get a taxi in New York City. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast May 25, 1943, 83 years ago, Sorry, Wrong Number starring Agnes Moorehead. The first broadcast of this thriller classic. Possibly the best remembered program of the series. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone! Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast May 25, 1943, 83 years ago, The Little Old Lady. Aunt Harriet, living alone in a dark wood, has some very strange feline companions! Then, Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast May 25, 1954, 72 years ago, The Corpse Who Was Wrong. Murderers really have a hard time. They never feel that the man's work is properly appreciated; they get higher pay. All a murderer gets is higher voltage. Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast May 25, 1952, 74 years ago, The Charming Hostess. A woman is shocked to learn that she's going to be blackmailed by a woman who went to jail in her place. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 25, 1948, 78 years ago, A Mysterious Trip. A walk in New York City. Will actress Claudia stage a comeback? Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 First, a look at this day in History. Then, Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast May 24, 1951, 75 years ago, Back Street starring Charles Boyer and Mercedes McCambridge. Adapted from the 1941 motion picture starring Charles Boyer. The film is set in the early 1900s. It tells the story of a pretty and independent young woman who has many suitors, none of whom she takes seriously. One day, she meets an extremely charming and handsome banker, and they fall immediately into a strong attraction, which for her is real love. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast May 24, 1945, 81 years ago, My Own Murderer starring Herbert Marshall. A British solicitor is forced to shelter a murderer. His complex scheme to rid himself of the killer appears successful. Then, Nightwatch with reporter Donn Reed, originally broadcast May 24, 1954, 72 years ago. The first call is about two abandoned kids while their "parents" drink in a bar. A man is standing in traffic, trying to commit suicide. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 24, 1948, 78 years ago, A Letter at Breakfast. Claudia's not around and Claudia's cheerful. Claudia's secret letter. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Comedy on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour with Don Ameche, originally broadcast May 23, 1937, 89 years ago. Charlie McCarthy has a 102-degree fever. Dorothy Lamour sings, "Let's Call The Whole Thing Off." Mary Boland appears in a scene from "Cradle Snatchers." W. C. Fields recalls his youth in a stranger's cellar. He refers to Charlie as "A piece of grade B lumber" and threatens to "Saw his arm off." Followed by The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast May 23, 1948, 78 years ago, Bing’s Life Story. Fred, Bing Crosby, and an unidentified third voice do a fine version of "Bye, Bye, Blues." Fred does the opening monologue with Kenny Delmar. Then, The Harold Peary Show, originally broadcast May 23, 1951, 75 years ago, Marvin is invited to a party. Harold and Florabelle are going canoeing on the lake. A little girl invites Marvin to a party. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast May 23, 1935, 91 years ago, The Story of King Midas. The sales of the hogs have brought $2300 to Lum and Abner, which leads to the telling of the story of King Midas. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 and a finale on Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 22, 1954, 72 years ago, Monopoly. A "businessman" from St. Louis named Ivy is planning to take over the freight business in Dodge, with a gunfighter to help him do it! Followed by Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 22, 1953, 73 years ago, The Chase. Cimarron Whitey is dying in a jail cell...drawing a treasure map. The map's only for Blanche McCarthy, but Whitey's cellmate breaks out of jail, with the map. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 22, 1960, 66 years ago, Lucky Penny. The Lucky Penny mine has suddenly started to produce gold again...and Paladin smells a rat. Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 22, 1955, 71 years ago, The Sound Effects Man. Jack is having trouble with Twombley, the sound effects man. Eugene Twombley was really the name of one of the sound effects men on the program, but Mel Blanc plays the part. In fact, Twombley would marry Bea Benaderet in 1958 and would remain married until her passing in 1968. He would die four days after her funeral. The last show of the season, the series and the last regularly scheduled weekly Jack Benny radio show, except for repeats. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast May 22, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire Returns from Chicago. The statue will arrive tomorrow, just in time for the unveiling. Squire Skimp returns from Chicago with the money from the sale of the hogs. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Crime on a Thursday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast May 21, 1946, 80 years ago, Detour to Terror starring Mason Adams. A man and his twin sister are lured from a country road where they meet a strange blind man and his brother. Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 21, 1946, 80 years ago, The Blaine Brothers Pawn Shop Murder. Blackie tries to find the killer of Paul Blaine, the half-owner of a pawnshop. The main suspect, however, has a perfect alibi! Then, I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 21, 1952, 74 years ago, Pit Viper. Cvetic tries to prevent the Party from creating unrest among American miners. Followed by The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally broadcast May 21, 1945, 81 years ago, The Paradol Chamber. Professor Moriarty traps Holmes and Watson in a teleportation chamber...and Mrs. Watson to the rescue! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 21, 1948, 78 years ago, Hors D'oeuvres Under the Apple Tree. Gertrude's one weakness. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 on a Wednesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast May 20, 1953, 73 years ago, Leroy’s Theme. Leroy is writing a theme about the activities during a twenty-four-hour period of his favorite uncle. Followed by Fibber Mcgee and Molly, originally broadcast May 20, 1947, 79 years ago, Fibber Is Interviewed. Fibber brags about his valuable possessions during an interview, the purpose of which is not what he expects! Then, the Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast May 20, 1951, 75 years ago, the Big Ball Game. Mr. Andrews wants to listen to the ball game. But everything goes wrong. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast May 20, 1948, 78 years ago, Gracie’s Mother Visits. Gracie's mother is staying with the Burns'. She doesn't think much of George's career in show business. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 20, 1948, 78 years ago, A Letter of Recommendation. Gertrude, pro and con. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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

Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 19, 1941, 85 years ago, Model Wife starring Dick Powell and Joan Blondell. Powell and Blondell reprise their role in the 1941 motion picture. A working couple have a rough time while saving to have a baby. Verna Felton, as the tough boss, doesn't make things any easier. Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast May 19, 1950, 76 years ago, Miss Grant Takes Richmond starring Lucille Ball. A "dumb" redhead becomes the secretary for a pair of small-time bookies. Lucille Ball reprises her role from the 1949 motion picture. Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast May 19, 1948, 78 years ago. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore tour the country, surveying the condition of small businesses. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 19, 1948, 78 years ago, The Lack of a Jack. Another flat tire, against all odds. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 and Drama on a Monday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 68 years ago, Advice to the Lovelorn. A man returns from the east to find his girl married to the man who shot up his best friend. Followed by Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 68 years ago, Drive to Fort Huachuca. Watson and his baddies from the Triple X are determined to keep Luke's herd from reaching the army post at Fort Huachuca. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 68 years ago, Zero Hour starring Evelyn Rudie as Mink. The story of the game of "invasion" and a visit from "Drill" once again. Followed by The Man Called X starring Herbert Marshall, originally broadcast May 18, 1951, 75 years ago, Zombies in Haiti. Ken Thurston travels to Haiti to battle a wave of terror murders caused by zombies. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 18, 1948, 78 years ago, Fresh Off The Farm. Chicken dinner on the hoof. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Monitor Radio First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Monitor Radio, originally broadcast May 17, 1958, 68 years ago. Two hours of the NBC Radio weekend news magazine that ran all weekend long. More details at http://monitorbeacon.net/ The First Hour is from 3 to 4pm Eastern time and is hosted by Walter Kiernan and Peter Roberts. Alex Dreier from Chicago comments on the South American recession and anti-Americanism. Miss Monitor gives a time check. Johnny Erp interviews a referee at the Indianapolis 500 about the use of signal flags. Fibber McGee tries to impress Teeny with his old army uniform. Ed Arnow interviews golfer Harvey Ward, Jr. The second hour is from 11pm to Midnight hosted by Monty Hall. Jim Simpson in Washington, D.C. interviews Cookie Lavangetto, the manager of the Washington Senators baseball team., Vickie Cummings is interviewed from Ann Arbor. Jane Morgan receives an award from the Advertising Club of Washington as, "Entertainer of the Year" and is interviewed by Patty Cavander. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 17, 1948, 78 years ago, Gertrude Arrives. Gertrude takes over. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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

Variety on a Saturday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 16, 1949, 77 years ago, April Showers starring Jack Carson and Dorothy Lamour. A story of the "good old days" of Vaudeville, based on the 1948 movie which starred Jack Carson and Ann Sothern, inspired by the early vaudeville career of Buster Keaton Followed by Opportunity USA, originally broadcast May 16, 1949, 77 years ago. A variety program promoting the "Opportunity Drive" for the sales of Savings Bonds. The lineup includes Lum and Abner, Bob Hope, Irene Dunne, Lionel Barrymore, Jo Stafford, Al Jolson, Roy Rogers, The Riders Of The Purple Sage, and more. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 16, 1955, 71 years ago, McGee Finds an Old Recipe for Chili. McGee's chili con carne. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 15, 1960, 66 years ago, Lena Countryman. Lena Countryman, a schoolteacher, is going to be killed by Dutch Talbot because she caused the death of his son by trying to teach him to swim. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 15, 1954, 72 years ago, the Indian Horse. Obnoxious Lieutenant Flagg wins a horse race against Sy Pilcher, old Howling Dog is another matter, however. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 15, 1939, 87 years ago, Tovarich starring William Powell and Miriam Hopkins. A comedy about two starving Russian emigres who become servants in the home of a wealthy Parisian, and much more. Claudette Colbert and Charles Boyer starred in the 1937 motion picture. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 15, 1955, 71 years ago, The McGees Take in a Movie. Molly's purse has been knocked over the balcony at the Bijou movie house. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Big Town starring Edward G. Robinson, dated May 14, 1942, 84 years ago, Occupied Paris. Steve Wilson and Lorelei are in Nazi-occupied Paris, fighting the Germans. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast May 14, 1935, 91 years ago, Murder in the Vineyard. A rancher has been found murdered near Fresno. Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast May 14, 1949, 77 years ago, the Battles of Belvedere Caper. Sam Spade is hired by an eccentric, wealthy woman living in a mansion in Belvedere, an affluent area in the San Francisco Bay Area. The client is embroiled in a bizarre "war" with her neighbors, involving property disputes and escalating antics that move from petty grievances to actual danger. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 14, 1952, 74 years ago, The Red Red Herring. Cvetic frames a loyal party member to protect himself. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 14, 1948, 78 years ago, The Prodigal Pup. The story of Bluff and Mr. Tucker. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Comedy on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast May 13, 1949, 77 years ago, Anniversary. George buys a nightgown for Liz’s anniversary present. Mr Attebury buys his wife a mink coat. But the gifts get mixed up. Followed by the Old Gold Comedy Theater hosted by Harold Lloyd, originally broadcast May 13, 1945, 81 years ago, She Loves Me Not starring Ria Montez and Tom Drake. A campus comedy about the Princeton students with the Philadelphia nightclub singer hidden in their closet. Bing Crosby and Miriam Hopkins starred in the original 1934 motion picture. Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 13, 1941, 84 years ago, Record Salmon Dinner. Otis Cadwallader, Molly's old boyfriend, is sending the McGees a salmon by air...or is he? Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast May 13, 1951, 75 years ago, Ramona Looking for Andy. The Kingfish is avoiding all those people to whom he owes money. Wealthy Ramona Thompson is looking for Andy, an old flame from twenty years ago. The Kingfish sees a way of brokering a deal. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 13, 1948, 78 years ago, An Evening Stroll. A visit to Mama...and her butler. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Private Life of Rochester Van Jones starring Eddie Anderson, dated May 12, 1950, 76 years ago, The Audition Episode. In these unaired recordings, Rochester goes to call on his girl Suzy. He gets a part-time job at a finance company. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 12, 1946, 80 years ago, Leila’s Boy Friend. Gildersleeve conquers a rival for the hand of fair Leila. Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast May 12, 1948, 78 years ago. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take a cross-country trip, taking a poll on whether a candidate should be married. Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 12, 1957, 69 years ago, The Long Way Home. A look at a future we hope will never be. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 12, 1948, 78 years ago, Breakfast In Bed. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Lights Out, originally broadcast May 11, 1943, 83 years ago, Murder in the Script Department. Two typists are haunted at a radio network. Don't ever complain about Mr. Oboler's scripts! Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 11, 1954, 72 years ago, The Big Look. Mrs. Kieran has been found badly beaten. The evidence points to Mr. Kieran, but then a second woman is found beaten up. Then, Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast May 11, 1954, 72 years ago, Old Man Krause's New Stand. A newsstand operator named Mr. Krauss has been beaten up twice. Did The Dancer do it? Then, a ninety-year-old woman is shot to death! Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 11, 1956, 70 years ago, The Enormous Radio. A newly purchased radio picks up voices from neighboring apartments instead of regular broadcasts. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 11, 1948, 78 years ago, An Appointment in New York. A visit to Dr. Roland. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 on a Sunday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 10, 1950, 76 years ago, The Wedding Day. Marjorie's wedding day...at last! Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast May 10, 1951, 75 years ago, Junk Around The House. Father is upset about the family buying “junk”, so Jim buys a lot of putty. Little does he know... Then, The Jello Show starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 10, 1942, 84 years ago, Jack Thinks He’s Going To Be Fired! Jack goes to see the president of General Foods, and is told that this is to be his last season on the air for Jello. Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 10, 1948, 78 years ago, Bon Voyage. Richard is leaving on a trip to England. Jane and all her friends go down to the Queen Mary to see him off. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 10, 1948, 78 years ago, Parking the Car. W.C. Fields is alive and well and working in a parking lot. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

ariety on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 9, 1938, 88 years ago, My Man Godfrey starring William Powell and Carole Lombard. The classic screwball comedy of the Depression. Powell and Lombard are reprising their roles from the 1936 Oscar-nominated picture. Followed by Biography in Sound, originally broadcast May 29, 1956, 70 years ago, Portrait of Fred Allen. The life story of the famous radio humorist. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 9, 1955, 71 years ago, Molly Gets Jury duty. Molly's been called to jury duty...and Fibber is accused of tampering with a juror. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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 Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast May 8, 1945, 81 years ago, I've Got a Locket in my Pocket. On this V-E Day episode, screen bad guy Porter Hall joins Roy’s cast to tell the story of Pecos Bill. Followed by Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 8, 1953, 73 years ago, Trouble Rides the Rails. Sherwood is building a railroad and has labor troubles...lots of them. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 8, 1960, 66 years ago, The Wrong Man. A knife-wielding dude has arrived in Dodge and is promptly arrested by Marshal Dillon on suspicion of murder. Could he really be Jim Wydell, the estranged son of old man Wydell? Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 8, 1960, 66 years ago, Pat Murphy. Paladin sets out to take a doctor away from a bounty hunter to save a sick baby! Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 8, 1955, 71 years ago, McGee Writes to his Congressman. Fibber's against the "comic book ban" and writes a letter to Congress. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Crime on a Thursday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 7, 1952, 74 years ago, Little Red Schoolhouse. Plans are made to subvert a small American college. Followed by the New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally broadcast May 7, 1945, 81 years ago, The Purloined Ruby. A missing gem, a murder and a clue from Edgar Allen Poe. Then, Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 7, 1946, 80 years ago, The Winthrope Jewel Robberies. A diamond a day is disappearing from a jewelry company and Blackie is asked to help stop the thefts. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast May 7, 1935, 91 years ago, The Wilting Chrysanthemum. The wife and baby girl of a Japanese man in Los Angeles have disappeared. The wife has run off with her lover. A dead baby is found buried under tin cans, with two bullet holes! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 7, 1948, 78 years ago, Dry Files. David's partner Roger, is going to go fishing with David. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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