Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

One of the most famous radio shows. The Mercury Theater of the Air, originally broadcast October 30, 1938, 87 years ago. A modernized adaptation of HG Wells War of the Worlds. The show was styled as a series of live news bulletins describing a Martian invasion of Earth. Though announced as fiction, the realistic format caused panic among some listeners who believed the invasion was real. The broadcast became one of the most famous moments in radio history and a defining example of the medium’s power. Next, a rare recording of author HG Wells discussing the broadcast with Orson Welles from October 28, 1940, on KTSA Radio in San Antonio, Texas. The meeting occurred while both men were in the city for separate lecture engagements—Wells was addressing the United States Brewers Association, and Welles was preparing for a town hall forum. We close out the show with an episode of Theater Five, originally broadcast October 30, 1964, 61 years ago, The Second Chance. A middle-aged man discovers the secret of growing backwards...getting younger every year!

Halloween Parties on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast October 30, 1948, 77 years ago, Halloween Party. Archie throws a Halloween party and finds it's not as much fun to be the host as it is to be the guest. Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast October 30, 1938, 87 years ago, Jack Gives a Halloween Party. Jack is throwing a Halloween party for the gang. Rochester's brother September helps out. Phil brings the beautiful Barbara Whitney to the party. Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour with host Don Ameche, originally broadcast October 30, 1938, 87 years ago with guest Madeline Carroll. Edgar Bergen tells a ghost story on Halloween. Madeleine Carroll appears opposite Don Ameche in a romantic drama called, "There's Always Juliet." Judy Canova recounts her first visit to a football game. (This program is noted for being broadcast at the same time as "The War Of The Worlds" was heard on "The Mercury Theatre" on CBS.) Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 30, 1947, 78 years ago, David’s Shirt. Trying to iron a shirt, Claudia burns it and blows a fuse. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Richard G 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 Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast October 29, 1940, 85 years ago, Trip to Notre Dame-Army Football Game. All the gang from Wistful Vista pile into the McGees' car for a trip to the Notre Dame-West Point football game. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast October 29, 1947, 78 years ago, Halloween Party. A Halloween party at Mrs. Dalrymple's, with many more guests than Gildersleeve would like! Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast October 29, 1947, 78 years ago with guest Lucille Ball. Guest Lucille Ball plays opposite Jimmy in a drama. Followed by The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast October 29, 1950, 75 years ago, A Sick Phil Harris. Is Phil being a hypochondriac or is he really sick? Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 29, 1947, 78 years ago, The Trip. Stranded in Connecticut after Claudia forgets to fill the gas tank. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Laurel 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, Fred Allen, originally broadcast October 28, 1945, 80 years ago, Charlie McCarthy versus Fred Allen. Charlie takes Fred to court and sues him for slander. Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast October 28, 1945, 80 years ago, Jack Gets Held Up. Everyone thinks that Jack has won $646,000 at the Gold Cup horse race. A robber forces Jack into the vault and takes $10,000 from him. Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast October 28, 1949, 76 years ago. Liz didn’t get an invitation to the Atterbury’s party. That’s because it’s a surprise party - for them! Followed by The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 28, 1947, 78 years ago, Salute to the Navy. Milton sails to Cuba...8th Class! Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 28, 1947, 78 years ago, The Drivers Test. Claudia takes her driving test. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Richard G 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, Mr. Keen Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast October 27, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Ruthless Murderers. A man just out of prison after five years had sworn to kill Mr. Keen. But Keen is saved by one of his secret inventions. Followed by Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 27, 1950, 75 years ago, The Case of the Insidious Impersonation. Ramon Sierra, a Philippine statesman, is arriving aboard the liner Trigania. Secret defense plans are to be made for the defense of the islands. Then, Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast October 27, 1953, 72 years ago, Pintsized Payroll Bandit. Rocky's job as a night-man in a hamburger joint leads to a nine-year-old runaway with $50,000 in cash! Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast October 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Mungahra. A man just back from Australia with a huge diamond has a murder on his conscience. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 27, 1947, 78 years ago, The New Car. Claudia meets Caroline, David's secretary. David buys a new car. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Laurel 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

Special podcast saluting the late June Lockhart, who passed away on October 23 at the age of 100. First, an episode of Suspense, originally broadcast March 24, 1957, 68 years ago, Shooting Star. An aging movie star enacts a strange revenge on the mogul who refuses to renew her contract. Hans Conried, Joe DeSantis, Ellen Morgan, Shep Menken and Dick Crenna. Next, Cavalcade of America, originally broadcast February 14, 1944, 81 years ago, GI Valentine. Frances Langford sings Please Don't Cry, and recalls her U.S.O. tour to Alaska, England, and North Africa with Bob Hope (who doesn’t appear on the show). Followed by another episode of Cavalcade of America, originally broadcast December 8, 1947, 78 years ago, Diamonds in the Sky. A dramatized incident in the life of Maria Mitchell, the famous woman astronomer/scientist from Vassar. The episode not only features June Lockhart, but also her acting parents Gene and Kathleen. Finally the Sears Radio Theater, originally broadcast June 14, 1979, 46 years ago, A Piece of Flesh. June Lockhart stars as a secretary searching for a producer to bring back his classic films to television. It turns out he’s fallen on hard times. Thanks to our friends at Sperdvac for their support and assistance. Find them at http://sperdvac.com Thanks to everyone 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, Jack Benny, originally broadcast October 26, 1952, 73 years ago, A Gossip Article about Jack. Louella Parsons, the famed Hollywood gossip columnist, visits Jack for an interview and dinner. Jack is uneasy because Parsons has already written a gossip piece about him; he hopes to steer conversation away from that. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast October 26, 1952, 73 years ago, Parents Day. It's Parent's Day at school. Confusion runs rampant...and then there's the spelling bee! Then, Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast October 26, 1950, 75 years ago, A Spooky Cemetery. A Halloween story. The Anderson family runs out of gas on a dark night...in front of a cemetery. Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast October 26, 1947, 78 years ago, The Handy Man. The Nelson family finds themselves in a home-repair dilemma. Ozzie volunteers (or is volunteered) to be the “handyman,” attempting various fixes and repairs around the house. Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 26, 1942, 83 years ago, Abner’s Rocket to Mars. Abner gets the idea to build a rocket ship and fly to Mars! Thanks to Richard G 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 on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast October 25, 1953, 72 years ago, Red Lawson’s Revenge. Red Lawson has announced that he's going to kill Britt's friend Dan to get revenge for the death of his brother, four years previously. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 25, 1959, 66 years ago, Old Gunfighter. Old Charlie likes to brag about his old buddy Rio Joe. After being humiliated by a local tough guy, Old Charlie puts on his old pistols once again! Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast October 25, 1959, 66 years ago, When In Rome. Paladin shoots and kills "The Professor," a holdup man and accused murderer. He is also forced to wound an innocent bystander, which causes the man's wife to make an unusual request. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast October 25, 1959, 66 years ago, Easy Victim starring Elspeth Eric and Paul McGrath. A man $10,000 in debt to gamblers, decides to take the easy way out...and marry for money. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 25, 1944, 81 years ago, Lost Train Tickets. Abner and Squire are trying to get back home but it seems Abner lost the tickets. Thanks to Laurel 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 Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Sherlock Holmes starring John Stanley, originally broadcast October 24, 1948, 77 years ago, The Fabulous Windmill. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson investigate a strange case involving an old Dutch windmill and a series of baffling deaths. Followed by The Adventures of Sam Spade Detective starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast October 24, 1948, 77 years ago, The Insomnia Caper. All Sam wants to do is get a good night's sleep, but the red-head next door just won't leave him alone! Then, Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast October 24, 1951, 74 years ago, Microfilm in the Fishtank. Arson in a tailor shop leads Barrie Craig to the clues needed to break a vicious protection racket. Followed by Dr. Christian starring Gene Hersholdt originally broadcast October 24, 1945, 80 years ago, Playboy. A nurse's aide has run into handicapped Mrs. Elizabeth Elliott with her car. Pat Blair, a handsome 4-F is asked to make Mrs. Elliott laugh. Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Family Finances. A discussion of the family's finances. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Richard G 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 Thursday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast October 23, 1945, 80 years ago, Cousin Ernest Comes for a Visit. Fibber plans a dinner at the Elks Club for his visiting Cousin Ernest. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast October 23, 1946, 79 years ago, Gildy Asks for a Raise. Things are tough financially...so bad in fact that Gildersleeve is going to ask for a raise...and Leroy's selling newspapers. Then, Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast October 23, 1949, 76 years ago, Kingfish's Car is stolen. The Kingfish's beat-up old car has been stolen and used during a robbery. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast October 23, 1941, 84 years ago, Henry forgets to mail a letter. Henry has forgotten to mail a letter, which leads to total confusion at the woman's club. Who will deliver the lecture? Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 23, 1947, 78 years ago, The Beginning of Our Home. A visit to an antique/junk shop. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Laurel 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 Wednesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Weird Circle, originally broadcast October 22, 1944, 81 years ago, The Burial of Roger Malvin. A man promises to bury his dying friend, but fails to keep his promise. Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast October 22, 1946, 79 years ago, Inspector Faraday Shot! Inspector Faraday ignores the threats of the Thayer mob and is machine-gunned on the street. Then, Escape, originally broadcast October 22, 1950, 75 years ago, The Time Machine starring John Dehner. The H. G. Wells classic story about two adventurers in the year 100,080 in the land of the Morlocks and the Eloi. Followed by The Challenge of the Yukon starring Paul Sutton, originally broadcast October 22, 1948, 77 years ago, The Poisoner of Chiliwaw. An old prospector is cashing out his gold, counting on his dog and his gun to keep it safe. Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 22, 1947, 78 years ago, The Leaky Faucet. The case of the leaking faucet. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 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

Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast October 21, 1949, 76 years ago, Superstition. Superstitious Liz tackles "Supercricket." Followed by The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 21, 1947, 78 years ago, A Salute to Good Health. Milton visits the doctor, but is cured of the hiccups by his neighbor. Then, The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast October 21, 1948, 77 years ago, Baby Sitting or Movies? Henry tries to make a date with Kathleen, but instead he’s been committed to be a babysitter. Followed by The Charlie McCarthy Show with Edgar Bergen, originally broadcast October 21, 1945, 80 years ago, with guest Fred Allen. Charlie has started an oyster farm; he's feeding them string so the pearls will come out already strung! "Weekend At Joe's Flophouse," a drama with guest Fred Allen. (Warning: This episode has some continuity issues and jumps around a bit…sorry.) Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 21, 1947, 78 years ago, Return of the Wedding Presents. David and Claudia are going out for dinner, and Mama is invited. The moving man returns...with the wedding presents. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 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

The shows of Sunday, October 20, 1957 First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast October 20, 1957, 68 years ago, The Final Show. The last show of the series. A reprise of the best skits from the previous fourteen shows. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast October 20, 1957, 68 years ago, Sorry, Wrong Number starring Agnes Moorehead. The start of the program's 16th year on the air. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone! The final NEW production of the best-known Suspense episode. Read more about the best-known episode of Suspense here. https://suspenseproject.blogspot.com/2023/02/1943-05-25-sorry-wrong-number.html Then, Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast October 20, 1957, 68 years ago, The Mary Grace Matter. Johnny's girlfriend is murdered and Johnny is the #1 suspect! Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 20, 1957, 68 years ago, Professor Lute Bone. The Professor is selling Wormseed Tonic that cures just about everything, possibly because it contains opium! Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 20, 1947, 78 years ago, The Salmon Mousse. Claudia makes a salmon mousse. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 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 Sunday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast October 19, 1956, 69 years ago, The Legend Of Annie Christmas starring Amanda Randolph and narrated by William Conrad. A legendary giant Negress who started as a slave but who became a heroine to her people. Followed by The Shadow starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast October 19, 1941, 84 years ago, The Hoodoo Ship. The crew of a ship filled with slaves murders the Africans aboard "The Raven" in 1850. In "modern" times, "The Raven" seems to be jinxed. When two murders take place on board "The Raven," keep your eye on the bo's'on with the wooden leg! Then, Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast October 19, 1947, 78 years ago, The Case of the Perfect Alibi. . A man pays Nick $10,000 to spend the night with him and to act as an alibi...yet still he commits murder! Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast October 19, 1952, 73 years ago, The Big Pill. Two Marines are poisoned in a cheap hotel by the slightly mad "Stubby." Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 19, 1942, 83 years ago, Buying the Observatory Property. All of a sudden, Squire Skimp has three buyers for the old Beauford place! 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 Saturday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast October 18, 1959, 66 years ago, Anything I Want. Paladin is hired to find a gold shipment that has mysteriously disappeared from the Whitehead mine. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 18, 1959, 66 years ago, The Mortgage. Caleb Andrews forecloses on the Blake family, with the law all on his side! The system cue has been deleted. Then, The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast October 18, 1953, 72 years ago, Rink Larkin. Eleven-year-old Rink Larkin learns that the sheriff has killed his father and is determined to get his revenge on the lawman. Followed by Mark Trail starring Matt Crowley, originally broadcast October 18, 1950, 75 years ago, The Wings of the Vampire. Are vampires killing off cattle in Texas? Mark gets called in to investigate. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast October 18, 1960, 65 years ago, Betsy’s Forbidden Party. 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

Comedy on a Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast October 17, 1948, 77 years ago, House Without a Lot. The Kingfish sells Andy a fine house for only $500, but as usual, there's a catch. Followed by Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 17, 1948, 77 years ago, Lum fakes a Broken Leg. Lum has "broken" his leg to avoid Miss Abernathy, which leads to Squire Skimp's Hindu Healer and an insurance doctor who doesn't get the joke. Then, The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast October 17, 1939, 86 years ago, Barbara and Constance. A poignant story about Henry and two girls, Barbara and Constance. Which one will it be? Followed by the Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast October 17, 1944, 81 years ago, George Thinks He Dented The Car Fender. George says "no" to a new hat for Gracie, which leads naturally to a bent fender on the car! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 17, 1947, 78 years ago, Dinner Plans. Claudia makes plans for dinner. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 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 and Comedy on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Mark Trail starring Matt Crowley, originally broadcast October 16, 1950, 75 years ago, Strange Invitation to Death. A herd of deer has been ravaging the local crops. But a gunshot has hit a local farmer. Is it an accident, a stray shot, or something else? Is it an inside job? Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast October 16, 1945, 80 years ago, Till Death Do us Part. A honeymooning couple witnesses a murder and starts on a night of horror as the killer chases them. Ann Shepard and Larry Haines star. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 16, 1955, 70 years ago, Trouble in Kansas. Jim Hoyt and his boss, Jack Raven, are Texans driving a herd to Dodge. En route, they're attacked by Jayhawkers, so Raven plans to kill him a few Kansans! Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast October 16, 1960, 65 years ago, Stardust. Paladin's old friend, Billy Boggs, needs protection from the romantically inclined Mrs. Arbuthnot from White Water Falls. He also needs protection from her gun-toting husband! Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 16, 1947, 78 years ago, Salmon on Sale. There's steak for dinner tonight.. salmon steak! 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 Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast October 15, 1944, 81 years ago, The Slingshot Murders. The lookout of a bank robbery shoots Nick. A young friend spots where the shot came from. Followed by the Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast October 15, 1949, 76 years ago, The Strangle Hold. A wrestler has filed suit against a reporter for slander. Not for his bad acting, but for murder! But the referee didn’t do it! Then, The Shadow starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast October 15, 1939, 86 years ago, Village of Doom. While on a picnic with Margot Lane, Lamont Cranston is unable to open a jar of olives! He says, "It's the toughest case I've ever had." The citizens of "Old Mill" are being killed by a strange disease. The cause? It's an "old hag" using her pet jackdaw as a flying killer! Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast October 15, 1945, 80 years ago, House on Sycamore Road. $50,000 is found in an old clock, but there's that man with the scar! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 15, 1947, 78 years ago, Life with Major. After nearly wrecking the apartment, the dog's former owner asks for him back. 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

A Funny Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast October 14, 1950, 75 years ago, Liz Cooks Dinner for 12. Twelve people are coming to dinner…and Katie the maid is on vacation! Liz and Iris to the rescue? Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast October 14, 1951, 74 years ago, Jack takes his song to the publisher. Jack takes the song that he's written to a music publisher. Sheldon Leonard appears as the race track tout. Then, The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast October 14, 1945, 80 years ago with guest The Incomparable Hildegarde. Charlie and guest Hildegarde go shopping for a present for Bergen. Followed by Milton Berle, originally broadcast October 14, 1947, 78 years ago, A Salute to the New York Theater. Milton tries to buy tickets to a show. Finally. Claudia, originally broadcast October 14, 1947, 78 years ago, Dog Days. Claudia buys a huge monster of a dog. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 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 Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Mr Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennet Kilpack, originally broadcast October 13, 1949, 76 years ago, The Silver Dagger Murder Case. A young woman, about to break off with a young playwright, is knifed. Followed by Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 13, 1949, 76 years ago,The Case of the High Class Hijacker. In Tennessee, a trailer-truck is relieved of its cargo by "Fatso" and his buddy. Then, Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast October 13, 1953, 72 years ago, Fog Over Murder. What's in a name, a poet once said, and he was so right. You can list every guy; a stiff or dope that it doesn't make any difference. The stiff down below doesn't care what the tombstone reads. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast October 13, 1950, 75 years ago, Roulette. A story about a train speeding through the night and a lady in trouble on board. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 13, 1947, 78 years ago, The First Quarrel. Claudia ruins breakfast and David's socks. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. 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