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Personal notice, danger's my stock and trade. Except today. If you've got a job that's too tough for you to handle, then it's too tough for me. Merry Christmas, George Valentine. And don't bother me with details. Standard Oil Company of California, on behalf of independent Chevron gas stations and standard stations throughout the West, invite you to Let George Do It! Santa Claus in Glass, a transcribed adventure of George Valentine. Stabbed, I said, S-T-A-B-B-E-D, stabbed. T…

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Synopsis

In the Let George Do It episode titled Santa Claus in Glass, George Valentine is set to enjoy a peaceful Christmas with his partner, Brooksie. As they prepare a festive meal, the atmosphere is light and filled with nostalgia, with George reminiscing about his childhood Christmases. However, the tranquility is abruptly interrupted by a knock at the door, and an unexpected visitor—a new elevator man named Bertie—enters their lives. He brings with him a package intended for a neighbor, Mr. Eric Suchek, which piques George's curiosity.

Host

B

Bud Hiestand

Cast›

Bob Bailey

B

Bob Bruce

I

Irene Tedrow

L

Lawrence Dobkin

Robert Griffin

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Credits

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  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

LGDI 50-12-25 (224) Santa Claus in Glass.mp3

Let George Do It, Episode 224

Santa Claus in Glass

Monday, December 25, 1950 · 30:50

Let George Do It, Episode 224

Santa Claus in Glass

Monday, December 25, 1950 · 30:50

Summary

George Valentine navigates a Christmas filled with unexpected danger when a mysterious package and a suspicious elevator man disrupt his holiday plans. The stakes rise as he uncovers a deeper story behind the seemingly festive facade.

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