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Host

M

Melville Ruick

Cast›

A

Ann Tobin

D

Dewey Robinson

E

Edwin Max

J

Jeff Corey

L

Lee Millar

R

Rolfe Sedan

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Prewar Nights

Before the war changed the dial (through 1941).

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Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly's Purse

Molly's purse has been knocked over the balcony at the Bijou movie house.

Ep 1159 · Sunday, May 15, 1955 · 14:22

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

The Al Brenners Case

Richard Diamond teams up with the dubious Tiny Gillespie to track down Al Brenners, a notorious criminal who has skipped town just before a grand jury appearance. The stakes rise as they aim to claim a $5,000 reward for his capture.

Ep 119 · Friday, January 25, 1952 · 29:30

Suspense

The Fall River Tragedy

Lizzie Borden recounts her version of the infamous murders of her father and stepmother, revealing the societal judgment she faces. The stakes rise as she navigates her trial and the accusations against her.

Ep 456 · Monday, January 14, 1952 · 30:43

Broadway Is My Beat

The Lily Nelson Murder Case

Detective Danny Clover investigates the mysterious death of famous actress Lily Nelson, who is found with slashed wrists in her brownstone. As he delves into her life, he uncovers a web of love, obsession, and heartbreak.

Ep 81 · Saturday, October 6, 1951 · 29:41

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar

The Harold Trandem Matter

A wealthy man is murdered right in front of Johnny after a threat on his life. The program was possibly recorded April 13, 1950.

Ep 48 · Tuesday, May 9, 1950 · 30:00

Let George Do It

Portrait by Priscilla

George Valentine investigates a stolen portrait and a murder that unfolds in an art studio, leading him to a dangerous meeting with suspicious characters.

Ep 187 · Monday, April 10, 1950 · 29:20

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The Wizard of Oz

The adventures of Dorothy in the land of Oz.

Ep 726 · Monday, December 25, 1950 · 59:39

Lux Radio Theatre

Whistle Stop

Murder and passion in a small town near Chicago.

Ep 523 · Monday, April 15, 1946 · 52:46

Lux Radio Theatre

Graustark

An American reporter romances a European princess.

Ep 119 · Monday, February 8, 1937 · 59:43

Lux Radio Theatre

Love Affair

A witty and civilized romance, danced around the Empire State building and a traffic accident. The story was done again on the Lux Radio Theatre on July 6, 1942 (see cat. #42811).

Ep 257 · Monday, April 1, 1940 · 59:50

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Espionage, sabotage and action in occupied France during the war.

Ep 546 · Monday, November 18, 1946 · 58:28

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Barnacle Bill

A drama about a gruff old fishing captain and his romance with an old friend, a young daughter, and a three-masted schooner. The broadcast was originally scheduled to feature Noah

Ep 521 · Monday, April 1, 1946 · 63:39

Lux Radio Theatre

Stand-In

A madhouse comedy about a mathematically-minded accountant who travels west to Hollywood to straighten out a bankrupt studio.

Ep 302 · Monday, April 7, 1941 · 59:52

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Lux_Radio_Theater_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 296

The Whole Town's Talking

Monday, February 24, 1941 · 59:50

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 296

The Whole Town's Talking

Monday, February 24, 1941 · 59:50

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Two drummer boys, Jaquin and Piggy Liu, show extraordinary courage as they face the horrors of battle while serving with a British regiment in Afghanistan. Their loyalty and bravery become a testament to the spirit of the regiment amidst the chaos of war.

Ep 37 · Sunday, April 18, 1948 · 29:30

Rogue's Gallery

Phyllis Adrian Is Missing

Richard Rogue investigates the disappearance of Phyllis Adrian, the wife of a prominent lawyer, who has vanished under mysterious circumstances. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit involving her husband and a notorious gangster.

Ep 71 · Sunday, June 29, 1947 · 29:58

Lux Radio Theatre

The Lemon Drop Kid

The story of Damon Runyon's race track tout, spiced with Bob's ad libs. Bob tries to crack up John Milton Kennedy during a commercial but Kennedy muscles through, despite the audi

Ep 768 · Monday, December 10, 1951 · 47:26

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Once More My Darling

Ep 728 · Monday, January 8, 1951 · 55:29

That night in history

Headlines

  • 1941 — Plutonium is first produced and isolated by Dr. Glenn T. Seaborg.
  • 1941 — The outlawed Communist Party of the Netherlands organises a general strike in German-occupied Amsterdam to protest against Nazi persecution of Dutch Jews.

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  1. Lux Radio TheatreThe Whole Town's TalkingCurrently listeningEpisode 296
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