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Your neighborhood Chevron gas station invites you to let George do it, brought to you by the makers of climate-tailored Chevron Supreme gasoline and RPM compounded motor oil. Let George do it. That's the slogan George Valentine hung in his office when he got out of the army with an idea and not much money to back it up. When a client shows up with a problem, George is happy. When no client appears, George is still happy. The Worry Department is handled by his secretary Clair…

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Synopsis

In The Brookdale Orphanage, George Valentine finds himself in an unexpected situation when cowboy star Jimmy Jones walks into his office seeking help. Jimmy, beloved for his roles in cowboy films, is set to perform at a charity event for the Brookdale orphanage, a place that holds significant meaning for him as he was raised there. However, he carries a heavy secret: a traumatic incident involving his horse, Thunderbolt, has left him terrified of riding. This fear threatens not only his career but also the joy of the children who look forward to his appearance.

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Bud Hiestand

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Anne Whitfield

Bob Bailey

Eddie Firestone

Frances Robinson

Harry Bartell

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Let_George_Do_It_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

LGDI 46-10-25 (006) The Brookdale Orphanage.mp3

Let George Do It, Episode 6

The Brookdale Orphanage

Friday, October 25, 1946 · 29:47

Let George Do It, Episode 6

The Brookdale Orphanage

Friday, October 25, 1946 · 29:47

Summary

Cowboy star Jimmy Jones seeks George Valentine's help when he reveals his fear of horses, jeopardizing his appearance at a charity event for the Brookdale orphanage.

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