Classic Radio for December 23, 2023 All Is Bright, Red Ryder, Texas Rangers

Two hours of Christmas shows

First a look at this day in History.

Then The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast December 23, 1956, 67 years ago, All Is Bright. The story of how "Silent Night" came to be written and became world famous.

Followed by The Adventures of Red Ryder, originally broadcast December 23, 1948, 75 years ago, Christmas Story. Little Beaver is demanding cash for Christmas. Does it have anything to do with a couple of his classmates who are orphans?

Then Sealtest Variety Theater, originally broadcast December 23, 1948, 75 years ago, Christmas Show. Guest Victor Moore and Dorothy Lamour appear in a Christmas skit. Guest Pat O'Brien appears in a comedy skit, as a football coach.

Followed by Tales of the Texas Rangers Starring Joel McCrea, originally broadcast December 23, 1951, 72 years ago, Christmas Payoff. Dr. Hartley is murdered in his office on Christmas eve. The killer had a bandaged hand.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 23, 1941, 82 years ago, Mousy Beats Up Snake Hogan! Mousie and Gussie are eloping after Mousie knocked Lum cold and broke Snake's jaw.

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