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In just a moment, X minus one. But first, there's a certain water commissioner whose interest in the ladies sometimes overshadows his interest in civic affairs. His name is a familiar one, Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, and he'll pursue his adventures tomorrow night when NBC Radio presents another comic episode of The Great Gildersleeve. So when you hear the familiar voice and hearty laugh of the water commissioner from Summerfield tomorrow, why, stay tuned and enjoy another…

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Synopsis

In the gripping episode C-Chute from X Minus One, the merchant spaceship Starfire is en route to Earth when it comes under attack from a Chloran battle cruiser during the Second Interstellar War. Six passengers, including John Stewart, Colonel Anthony Wyndham, and the timid bookkeeper Randolph Mullin, find themselves trapped in the after cabin as the crew engages in a desperate battle for survival. The atmosphere is thick with tension and fear as they listen to the sounds of conflict outside.

Host

B

Bill McCord

Cast›

Bob Hastings

D

Dan Ocko

J

John Gibson

L

Lyle Sudrow

Mercer McLeod

S

Stan Early

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XMinusOne56-02-08037C-chute.mp3

X Minus One, Episode 37

C-Chute

Wednesday, February 8, 1956 · 28:46

X Minus One, Episode 37

C-Chute

Wednesday, February 8, 1956 · 28:46

Summary

A group of passengers aboard the spaceship Starfire faces a dire situation when they are attacked by a Chloran battle cruiser during the Second Interstellar War. As the crew fights for survival, the passengers must confront their fears and the reality of their predicament.

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