Classic Radio for September 5, 2024 - Edgar, Charlie, WC, and Ida, and the Generous Gentleman

2+ Hours of Variety and Comedy

First a look at this day in History.

Then The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast September 5, 1937, 87 years ago with guest Ida Lupino.  Nelson Eddy starts the program with, "I'm Falling In Love With Someone." Edgar tells Charlie about his new romance with Dorothy Lamour. Ida Lupino appears in, "Salute The Baroness." Charlie presents his own spy drama called, "Spies" (which is very funny). W. C. Fields recalls his brother, who was shot and killed in Bolivia while W. C. ran a hotel. A door closes during his routine, distracting him.

Followed by the Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast September 5, 1940, 84 years ago, The Generous Gentleman. Henry has seen a film called, "The Generous Gentleman," which has made a big impression on him.

Then The Penny Singleton Show, originally broadcast September 5, 1950, 74 years ago, Peppermint King. DeeGee is concerned about her Mom and men. How about a week up at the Lake Padawog?

Finally Superman, originally broadcast September 5, 1941, 83 years ago, Metropolis Football  Team Poisoned.  As Clark and Jimmy Olson try ti figure out who could benefit from the football team losing, Jimmy comes face to face with a gorilla!

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Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html