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Your Coca-Cola Bottler presents Claudia. Music Claudia, based on the original stories by Rose Franken. Brought to you, transcribed Monday through Friday by your friendly neighbor who bottles Coca-Cola. Relax, and while you're listening, refresh yourself. Have a Coke. Music And now, Claudia. Music Miss McBride, I want to put through a long distance call. Sure thing, Mr. Norton. I love scaring them long distance operators. Where to? I want Mr. Victor Carrington at Adams 7600 C…

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Synopsis

In Lottie Takes Over, Claudia embarks on her first day as a secretary, filled with a mix of excitement and anxiety. The episode opens with her attempting to connect a long-distance call to Victor Carrington in Chicago, a task that quickly becomes a source of frustration due to busy circuits. Meanwhile, her husband David is on the brink of a significant career opportunity, as Carrington has expressed interest in commissioning him for a freight terminal project. The stakes are high, and Claudia's new role becomes intertwined with David's professional aspirations.

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J

Joe King

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K

Kathryn Bard

P

Paul Crabtree

R

Rose Franken

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Ep 105 · Friday, February 20, 1948 · 14:36

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Ep 106 · Monday, February 23, 1948 · 14:35

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Claudia, Episode 75

Lottie Takes Over

Friday, January 9, 1948 · 14:50

Claudia, Episode 75

Lottie Takes Over

Friday, January 9, 1948 · 14:50

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Claudia navigates her new role as a secretary while dealing with unexpected challenges and a significant job opportunity for her husband, David. Tensions rise as she balances personal and professional responsibilities.

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