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Tonight, the DuPont Company brings you Rainfakers, starring Burgess Meredith on the cavalcade of America. Rainfakers is a story about the weather. And in our play tonight, a rainmaker is going to tangle with a scientist from the weather bureau. Now, if you don't know about the tricks that rainmakers use, you will find out in a moment. And ladies and gentlemen, the forecast for tonight is fireworks. But first, here's Gaine Whitman. You may be lucky enough to be moving into a…

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In Rain Fakers, we meet Walt Swanson, a meteorologist portrayed by Burgess Meredith, who is deeply invested in his work at the weather bureau. The story begins with Walt's daily routine, where he meticulously records weather patterns and forecasts. However, the atmosphere is tense as a severe drought threatens the local farming community, putting immense pressure on both the farmers and the banks that support them.

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Cavalcade of America, Episode 504

Rain Fakers

Monday, December 30, 1946 · 30:15

Cavalcade of America, Episode 504

Rain Fakers

Monday, December 30, 1946 · 30:15

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In Rain Fakers, a rainmaker challenges a scientist from the weather bureau, leading to a clash of expertise over the control of weather. The stakes rise as farmers face the threat of drought and financial ruin.

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