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Drama Desk

Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

24 episodes

1950

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Lux Radio Theatre

Mama Loves Papa

A simple chap becomes Parks Commissioner, and then his trouble begins! A story featuring Fibber McGee and Molly.

Ep 258 · Monday, April 8, 1940 · 62:13

The Lone Ranger

The Boastful Bandit

The Lone Ranger and Tonto confront the boastful outlaw Pedro Jiménez, who has been robbing towns with his gang and bragging about his exploits. The stakes rise as they attempt to stop Jiménez and restore order to the region.

Ep 2620 · Wednesday, November 2, 1949 · 29:25

Suspense

Backseat Driver

A couple's night out takes a terrifying turn when a killer hijacks their car. As they navigate the dark streets, their lives hang in the balance.

Ep 326 · Thursday, February 3, 1949 · 30:03

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

The Eight O'Clock Killer(Repeat of 50-11-22)

A madman threatens to kill at 8 o'clock, and Richard Diamond races against time to prevent the murder. The stakes rise as a victim is found dead at the exact hour.

Ep 143 · Sunday, June 7, 1953 · 29:26

Dragnet

The Big Paper

Detectives Friday and Smith investigate a forgery case involving stolen checks from a grocery store, only to discover that the forger is supposedly dead. As they dig deeper, they must unravel the mystery of how the checks are being passed.

Ep 165 · Thursday, August 21, 1952 · 29:38

An Evening With Groucho

Oh, How That Woman Could Cook

Groucho Marx humorously reflects on a woman's remarkable cooking skills despite her unappealing appearance and lack of musical talent. His comedic storytelling highlights the contrast between her looks and her culinary prowess.

Ep 13 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 2:26

More from Fibber McGee and Molly

Same series — shared cast and standout nights

Fibber McGee and Molly

The Snapshot Contest

Fibber takes out his "Anthrax" camera to take the prize winning news photo in the Gazette contest. The closet is heard.

Ep 631 · Tuesday, October 17, 1950 · 23:05

Fibber McGee and Molly

Stuck in Grating

Fibber gets his arm stuck in a sidewalk grating while trying to retrieve a half dollar.

Ep 599 · Tuesday, November 15, 1949 · 28:33

Fibber McGee and Molly

Trip to Aunt Sarah's

A train journey to visit rich old Aunt Sarah.

Ep 605 · Tuesday, December 27, 1949 · 30:29

Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber the Census Taker

Fibber the census taker!

Ep 619 · Tuesday, April 4, 1950 · 29:33

Fibber McGee and Molly

Trimming the Shade Tree

Fibber is determined to prune his shade tree, despite the objections of a woodpecker.

Ep 617 · Tuesday, March 21, 1950 · 30:03

Fibber McGee and Molly

Elks' Club Dance

Fibber is in charge of the dance at the Elk's Club.

Ep 622 · Tuesday, April 25, 1950 · 29:19

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FMM 1941-04-15 (283) Fibber Needs Glasses.mp3

Fibber McGee and Molly, Episode 634

Fibber Needs Glasses

Tuesday, November 7, 1950 · 55:04

Fibber McGee and Molly, Episode 634

Fibber Needs Glasses

Tuesday, November 7, 1950 · 55:04

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Fibber visits the oculist to get a new pair of glasses. The program is abbreviated due to election returns.

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Fifties Fade

When TV took the living room (1950 and after).

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Our Miss Brooks

Stretch Has A Problem (repeat of #30)

The story of Stretch Snodgrass' secret love and Miss Brooks' bath. The script was previously used on "Our Miss Brooks" on February 27, 1949 (see cat. #46328) and on February 14, 1

Ep 357 · Sunday, February 24, 1957 · 28:05

Victor Borge Collection

Sweetheart

Victor Borge entertains the audience with humor and music while reflecting on his time in America and the joy of performing.

Ep 5831 · Wednesday, December 23, 1953 · 10:07

Fibber McGee and Molly

Presents from Wimple

A ghastly present from Wallace Wimple prompts an exchange mission to the Bon Ton. "Teeny" and The King's Men sing "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer." Unedited tape or rehearsal.

Ep 712 · Tuesday, December 16, 1952 · 28:50

Fibber McGee and Molly

The Missing Umbrella

Where did Fibber leave his umbrella?

Ep 708 · Tuesday, November 18, 1952 · 28:16

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