Classic Radio 03-07-26 - Jacks NYC Date, Al gets 500, amd Col Stoopnagle's Tax machine

Classic Radio 03-07-26 - Jacks NYC Date, Al gets 500, amd Col Stoopnagle's Tax machine

Author: Wyatt Cox March 7, 2026 Duration: 2:30:31
Comedy on a Saturday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny,  originally broadcast March 7, 1954, 72 years ago, Jack's big date at the Acme Plaza Hotel.   Jack is back in New York and is staying at the Acme Plaza. Jack and guest Gisele MacKenzie start off for dinner. 

Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast March 7, 1949, 77 years ago, $500.   Al wins $500 on a horse; enough money to marry Irma. Irma hesitates when her friend Amber suggests that Irma test Al's love. 

Then, Duffy’s Tavern starring Ed Gardner,  originally broadcast March 7, 1944, 82 years ago, Colone1 Stoopnagle. Archie is working on his income tax return, when in walks Colonel Stoopnagle. He has just invented "The Reducinagle," which reduces one's income tax by eighty-percent!

Followed by The Alan Young Show, originally broadcast March 7, 1947, 79 years ago, Masquerade Charity Ball.  There's going to be a new car awarded at a charity masquerade, and Alan could sure use a new car!

Finally,  Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast March 7, 1955, 71 years ago,  McGee, the People Watcher.    At the corner of 14th and Oak, watching human nature go by. 

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