Classic Radio for November 25, 2023 -Abbott and Costello, Gildersleeve, Edgar Bergen, Fibber and Molly, and Ervin the Lion

Two hours of Comedy

First, a look at this date in history.

Then Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast November 25, 1943, 80 years ago, Abbott and Costello plan to kill Ingrid, Costello's pet turkey, for Thanksgiving. Guest Jane Wyman joins in a routine, "What is the wind?"

Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast November 25, 1945, 78 years ago, Big Football Game. Gildy takes Leila to the big football game.

Then The New Edgar Bergen Hour with Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 68 years ago. Guest Jack Benny is running a trailer court, Dr. Fred Webb Hodge, an Indian expert. Prof. Kirkwood tells how to print money. "Whither Literature."

Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 68 years ago. There's a new, handsome, custom-made slip cover on the big easy chair. Fibber's sitting in it, guarding his health.

Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 25, 1941, 82 years ago, Lum, Big-Game Hunter. The boys are going to organize a Safari to capture Ervin who is now being reported seen in neighboring towns.

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