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From Hollywood, Kogabe Toothpoudre presents the Mel Blag show with Mary Jane Croft, Joe Kern, Jerry Hausner, Hans Conrad, Earl Ross, the sportsman, Victor Miller and his orchestra, and starring the creator of The Voice of Bugs Bunny. What's up, Dad? Yes, Kogabe Toothpoudre for a breath of sweet and teeth of sparkle brings you the Mel Blag show with Mel playing his new character, Zookie. Hello everybody, everybody, everybody, everybody, everybody, everybody, everybody. Hi. An…

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Synopsis

In The Mel Blanc Show episode titled Thanksgiving Party, Mel Blank prepares to host a Thanksgiving gathering in his fix-it shop, hoping to win over Mr. Colby, the father of his girlfriend, Betty. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Mel decides to forgo the traditional turkey in favor of a 15-pound salami, which he has creatively stuffed with chestnut dressing. This unconventional choice is meant to symbolize the spirit of Thanksgiving, but Mel is well aware that Mr. Colby has other expectations.

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B

Bud Hiestand

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E

Earle Ross

Hans Conried

Jerry Hausner

Joseph Kearns

M

Mary Jane Croft

M

Mel Blanc

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The_Mel_Blanc_Show_46-11-26_ep13_Thanksgiving_Party.mp3

The Mel Blanc Show, Episode 13

Thanksgiving Party

Tuesday, November 26, 1946 · 24:44

The Mel Blanc Show, Episode 13

Thanksgiving Party

Tuesday, November 26, 1946 · 24:44

Summary

Mel Blank hosts a Thanksgiving party in his fix-it shop, but his meager offerings leave Mr. Colby disappointed. As tensions rise over the lack of turkey, Mel tries to keep the spirit of the holiday alive.

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