Classic Radio for December 4, 2023 - A Murder, an Orphan, and a Drug Store

Two hours of ComedyFirst, a look at this date in history. Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 4, 1938, 85 years ago, Murder at the Movies. The program originates from New York City. The cast does, "Murder At The Movies." Jack mentions Fred Allen and the feud continues. Followed by the Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast December 4, 1946, 77 years ago, Sponsor an Orphan. The Jolly Boys adopt an eight-month-old baby girl. Then The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast December 4, 1948, 75 years ago, Job at the Drugstore. . Archie gets a job in Fudd's Drugstore to earn some Christmas money. He manages to set the science of Pharmacy back to the days of the alchemists.Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast December 4, 1947, 76 years ago, Gracie wants Bing Crosby to Retire. Will George convince guest Bing Crosby to retire so he can take over his career?.Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 4, 1941, 82 years ago, Cedric brings Lum a stove to use. While Grandpa is still spouting facts from the almanac, Cedric delivers Lum's stove to start the bakery. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream