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Host

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William Keighley

Cast›

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Clarke Gordon

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Herb Butterfield

Howard McNear

Margaret O'Brien

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Wallace Beery

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Miss Sarah Howell arrives in Dodge City searching for her fiancé, Guy Porter, who seems to have vanished. As U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon investigates, he uncovers troubling truths about Porter's past.

Ep 359 · Sunday, February 22, 1959 · 24:34

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Ep 520 · Sunday, January 20, 1957 · 29:33

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In 'The Security Agent,' two friends in Poland plot a daring escape from their oppressive lives by hijacking a plane. The stakes rise as they confront their fears and the reality of their dangerous plan.

Ep 665 · Wednesday, September 5, 1956 · 29:19

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Merry Go Round Case

Richard Diamond investigates the shooting of his old friend, Officer Ben Johnson, by a criminal named Smiley Brill. As he searches for leads, the stakes rise when he realizes the danger involved in tracking down the shooter.

Ep 116 · Friday, January 4, 1952 · 29:40

Dragnet

22 Rifle for Christmas

A young boy named Stanley Johnstone goes missing just days before Christmas, and foul play is suspected. Detectives must uncover the truth behind his disappearance and the blood stains found in his backyard.

Ep 30 · Thursday, December 22, 1949 · 29:22

Fibber McGee and Molly

Buying Shampoo at Kremer's

Fibber and Molly take the streetcar to Kremer's drugstore to buy shampoo.

Ep 745 · Friday, October 9, 1953 · 14:39

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Margie

The story was subsequently used on the program on October 22, 1951 (see cat. #89139). A delightful portrait of a teenager during the roaring twenties.

Ep 580 · Monday, September 8, 1947 · 59:47

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Nobody Lives Forever

A con-man returns from the war, but falls for the perfect victim. Ronald Reagan recalls his radio days as a sportscaster and recreates a play-by-play.

Ep 590 · Monday, November 17, 1947 · 59:05

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The Big Clock

Ep 633 · Monday, November 22, 1948 · 59:16

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Portrait of Jenny

A well-written love story about a struggling artist, and the young girl from the past that becomes his inspiration and love.

Ep 674 · Monday, October 31, 1949 · 59:34

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Holiday Affair

Ep 725 · Monday, December 18, 1950 · 59:56

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Daisy Kenyon

A melodrama of love, marriage, and divorce.

Ep 610 · Monday, April 5, 1948 · 60:08

Lux Radio Theatre

Mildred Pierce

The script was subsequently used on "The Lux Radio Theatre" on June 14, 1954 (see cat. #10257) and on "The Lux Video Theatre" on September 20, 1956.

Ep 661 · Monday, June 6, 1949 · 59:36

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Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 605

Bad Bascombe

Monday, March 1, 1948 · 56:40

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 605

Bad Bascombe

Monday, March 1, 1948 · 56:40

William Johnstone

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Ep 36 · Thursday, June 25, 1953 · 30:02

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On Christmas Eve, The Big Show brings together a star-studded cast to entertain the troops and their families with festive humor and music. Tallulah Bankhead leads the celebration, aiming to create a memorable Christmas experience for a young girl named Margaret.

Ep 8 · Sunday, December 24, 1950 · 87:43

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Spellbound

A fine adaptation of the classic film. A woman psychiatrist who is in love with her schizophrenic patient tries to solve the murder he's been accused of. The radio version featur

Ep 606 · Monday, March 8, 1948 · 59:58

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Trouble Along the Way

Bankrupt St. Andrews college hires a shady football coach and his young daughter to start a team and raise money for the school. AFRTS program name: "Hollywood Radio Theatre." Th

Ep 868 · Monday, February 15, 1954 · 53:37

That night in history

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  1. Cavalcade of AmericaThe Black DusterEpisode 557
  2. ClaudiaPainting PantsEpisode 111
  3. Lux Radio TheatreBad BascombeCurrently listeningEpisode 605
  4. Quiet, PleaseSketch for a ScreenplayEpisode 39
  5. The Lone RangerLetter from AlbuquerqueEpisode 2358