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Betty Harford

Betty Lou Gerson

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Gloria Gordon

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Herb Butterfield

Herbert Marshall

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William Johnstone

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Drama Desk

Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.

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Suspense

Murder by Jury

Edward Mason is on trial for the murder of his wife, having confessed during a night of disturbing dreams. As the courtroom drama unfolds, new evidence complicates the case and raises questions about justice.

Ep 540 · Monday, February 22, 1954 · 30:10

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

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar

Bodyguard to Anne Connelly

Johnny's in Milwaukee to protect a rich woman from an escaped madman. The script is similar to the program of August 31, 1950 (see cat. #62655).

Ep 27 · Saturday, December 3, 1949 · 29:29

Our Miss Brooks

French Sadie Hawkins Day

Miss Brooks is known to have a $100 bill? Mr. Le Blanche recalls a French custom, similar to Sadie Hawkins, that involves the swanky restaurant, "Le Martinique."

Ep 313 · Sunday, October 30, 1955 · 19:19

Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly Shops for a Hat

Fibber buys Molly a Parisian hat for Valentine's Day.

Ep 1095 · Monday, February 14, 1955 · 14:16

Bright Star

George's Old Girlfriend, Betty Lou, Comes for a Visit

Betty Lou visits George, believing he is the editor of the newspaper, which leads to humorous complications when her husband Beauregard unexpectedly arrives. A local gangster adds to the chaos as George tries to maintain the ruse.

Ep 51 · Thursday, October 8, 1953 · 27:32

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Lux Radio Theatre

Bad Bascombe

A tough hombre is softened up by a little girl on a westbound wagon train.

Ep 605 · Monday, March 1, 1948 · 56:40

Lux Radio Theatre

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

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

Lux Radio Theatre

The Man Who Came to Dinner

Ep 695 · Monday, March 27, 1950 · 59:51

Lux Radio Theatre

Holiday Affair

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

Lux Radio Theatre

Daisy Kenyon

A melodrama of love, marriage, and divorce.

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

Lux Radio Theatre

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

← PreviousPhysician in Spite of HimselfNext →Romance to a Degree

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  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).

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Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 838

The Birds

Monday, July 20, 1953 · 59:03

Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 838

The Birds

Monday, July 20, 1953 · 59:03

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A classic tale of terror, every bit as good as the Hitchcock movie. AFRS program name: "Hollywood Radio Theatre."

Fifties Fade

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

24 episodes

Hour-Long Nights

When you want a full-length appointment.

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Latest Air Dates

The newest broadcast dates in the archive.

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Broadway Is My Beat

The Harry Brian Murder Case

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of boxer Harry Brian, who is found beaten and dying after a controversial fight. As he delves into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal surrounding Brian's life and death.

Ep 173 · Saturday, July 11, 1953 · 29:30

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

The Garribaldi Case

Richard Diamond takes on a case to find Tony Garibaldi, a key witness who can save an innocent man from execution. With time running out, Diamond must navigate the dangerous underworld to uncover the truth.

Ep 120 · Friday, February 1, 1952 · 29:30

Lux Radio Theatre

The Wizard of Oz

The adventures of Dorothy in the land of Oz.

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

Lux Radio Theatre

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

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