Classic Radio for May 26, 2024 - King for a Day, Irma goes to England, and Andy the Fugitive

2+ Hours of ComedyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Fred Allen, originally broadcast May 26, 1946, 78 years ago, King for a Day with Jack Benny. Fred and guest Jack Benny are heard on Fred's new quiz show, "King For A Day." Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 26, 1953, 71 years ago, Free Trip to Europe.    Irma has won an all-expense-paid trip to England. Then Jimmy Durante, originally broadcast May 26, 1948, 76 years ago.   Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take another of their musical political trips around the country. Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast May 26, 1944, 80 years ago, Andy the Fugitive.   Andy has fallen for Mabel Green, a girl with a tough sailor for a boyfriend. When the sailor comes looking for Andy, The Kingfish tries to get him thrown in jail for safekeeping.Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 26, 1941, 83 years ago,  Mr. Deutch and the Radium Mine.  "Dr. Deutch" sets a trap for Clark Kent, and a second trap for Lois Lane and Perry White. There's a bomb hidden in a typewriter!Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf 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.