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From Hollywood, the Mel Blank Show brought to you each week by the Colgate Palmolive Peat Company, makers of Colgate Tooth Powder for a breath of sweet and teeth that sparkle. Colgate Tooth Powder for a breath of sweet and teeth that sparkle brings you Mel Blank in his own fix-it shop with Mary Jane Croft, Earl Ross, Joe Kearns, Hans Connery, Victor Miller at his orchestra, and Mel himself playing that delightful character Zuckey. Here he is, the star of our show, Mel Blank.…

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Synopsis

In the lively setting of The Mel Blanc Show, Mel Blanc operates his fix-it shop, where he is known for his comedic charm and knack for entertaining customers. One morning, he receives a postcard announcing the appearance of pop singer Betty Rhodes at the municipal auditorium. This sparks an idea in Mel's mind to invite Betty to his shop to meet her young fans, particularly Tommy, the president of the Betty Rhodes fan club. Mel's enthusiasm is palpable as he envisions the excitement this could bring to his business.

Host

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Bud Hiestand

Cast›

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Betty Jane Rhodes

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Earle Ross

Hans Conried

Joseph Kearns

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Mary Jane Croft

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Mel Blanc

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The Mel Blanc Show, Episode 8

Songwriter

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Mel Blanc navigates the bustling atmosphere of his fix-it shop while trying to impress a group of young fans with a surprise visit from pop singer Betty Rhodes.

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