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The Cavalcade of America, sponsored by the DuPont Company, makers of better things for better living through chemistry. In tonight's DuPont play, we present two outstanding Hollywood stars, Claude Rains and Agnes Moorhead. Miss Moorhead will appear as Elizabeth DePyster and Mr. Rains, well, here to open our DuPont play is Claude Rains. I am really Charles Wilson Peel, a painter, scientist, inventor, and according to certain ill-informed contemporaries, more than a little ecc…

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In Mr Peale and the Dinosaur, we are introduced to Charles Wilson Peel, a multifaceted character played by Claude Rains, who is a painter, scientist, and inventor. Set in the aftermath of the Revolutionary War, Peel is determined to propose to Elizabeth DePyster, a spinster from Philadelphia, portrayed by Agnes Moorhead. However, their second meeting quickly reveals that Elizabeth harbors doubts about Peel's character, stemming from rumors about his eccentricity and unpredictable nature.

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Cavalcade of America, Episode 646

Mr Peale and the Dinosaur

Tuesday, March 7, 1950 · 30:06

Cavalcade of America, Episode 646

Mr Peale and the Dinosaur

Tuesday, March 7, 1950 · 30:06

Summary

In Mr Peale and the Dinosaur, Charles Wilson Peel, a painter and inventor, proposes to Elizabeth DePyster, but her doubts about his character and professions lead to a humorous exchange. The stakes rise as Peel must convince her of his worthiness while navigating her probing questions.

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