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John Wald

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Bill Thompson

Jim Jordan

Marian Jordan

M

Mary Jane Croft

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Drama Desk

Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

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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

Our Miss Brooks

Head Of The English Department (repeat of #25)

The position of head of the English Department is up for grabs, and Miss Brooks would very much like to grab it. The script was previously used on "Our Miss Brooks" on January 23,

Ep 351 · Sunday, January 13, 1957 · 29:11

The Mel Blanc Show

Trial Separation

Mel and Betty decide to try a separation, prompting Mel to seek out other women. As he navigates his new dating life, he realizes the challenges of being without Betty.

Ep 38 · Tuesday, May 20, 1947 · 25:22

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar

The Ideal Vacation Matter [AFRTS]

An escaped convict sends Johnny on a mission to protect someone who doesn't know that his life's in danger. He's on vacation...an ideal vacation! The public service announcements

Ep 553 · Sunday, September 22, 1957 · 20:13

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Cake for Bullets Brown

Fibber delivers a cake for Molly, and a famous hitch-hiker! The closet is heard.

Ep 730 · Tuesday, April 21, 1953 · 28:59

Fibber McGee and Molly

Daredevil Dave Subs for Fibber

Today's the day of te great balloon flight.

Ep 1070 · Monday, January 10, 1955 · 14:32

Fibber McGee and Molly

Charity Fund Ideas

Fibber comes up with a few ideas for the Wistful Vista Ladies Club charity fundraiser.

Ep 1259 · Monday, October 3, 1955 · 14:13

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McGee Returns Home

Molly is at the Bon Ton Tea Room, waiting for the return of the mighty duck hunters.

Ep 1291 · Wednesday, November 16, 1955 · 14:27

Fibber McGee and Molly

A Hungry Mob for Dinner

Jim and Marian Jordan do the Prudential commercial. An invitation to dinner presents a problem for the McGees.

Ep 1000 · Sunday, October 3, 1954 · 14:17

Fibber McGee and Molly

War Surplus Store Auction

There's an army suprlus auction and Fibber wins...ten gallons of house paint.

Ep 1066 · Tuesday, January 4, 1955 · 14:31

Fibber McGee and Molly

The Happy Hunter Returns

Fibber returns from his duck hunting trip to Lake Wapahokey.

Ep 773 · Wednesday, November 18, 1953 · 13:57

Fibber McGee and Molly

Relocating Aunt Sarah's Tea Set

When Aunt Sarah announces a visit, Fibber and Molly try to dig up the dea set that she gave them as a gift.

Ep 1081 · Tuesday, January 25, 1955 · 14:26

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FMM 1953-10-07 (743) Buying A Parakeet.mp3

Fibber McGee and Molly, Episode 743

Buying a Parakeet

Wednesday, October 7, 1953 · 15:07

Fibber McGee and Molly, Episode 743

Buying a Parakeet

Wednesday, October 7, 1953 · 15:07

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Fibber and Molly buy a parakeet.

Fifties Fade

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

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Broadway Is My Beat

The Joey Herbie and Beebe Murder Case

Detective Danny Clover investigates the suspicious death of Nancy Lee, who dies just days after a car accident. The case reveals a web of deceit involving her beneficiaries, including Joey Pell and Herb Morrie.

Ep 179 · Saturday, August 22, 1953 · 29:46

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

The Bald Head Case

Richard Diamond investigates the murder of John Wiley, a blackmailer found dead in a hair salon. Diamond must uncover who wanted Wiley dead and why.

Ep 65 · Wednesday, September 20, 1950 · 29:32

Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber's Girlfriend (Not Rerun)

Molly suspects that Fibber has a girlfriend.

Ep 1357 · Friday, February 17, 1956 · 2:33

Fibber McGee and Molly

Profits to Charity

Fibber has purchased a house and actually makes money. Fibber's profits are to be donated to charity.

Ep 1312 · Thursday, December 15, 1955 · 14:34

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