Classic Radio 06-06-26 - Jack Goes to Dallas, Peabody's Sister takes over the Radio Station, and the Wedding Shower

Classic Radio 06-06-26 - Jack Goes to Dallas, Peabody's Sister takes over the Radio Station, and the Wedding Shower

Author: Wyatt Cox June 6, 2026 Duration: 2:30:46
Comedy on a Saturday 

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast  June 6, 1954, 72 years ago, Jack Goes To Dallas.  The last show of the season. Jack is off to Dallas and the gang goes down to the airport to see him off.

Followed by The Harold Peary Show, originally broadcast June 6, 1951, 75 years ago, Peabody’s Sister Takes Over the Radio Station.  Stanley Peabody is leaving the radio station. His sister takes over, even though Harold thinks he should get the job. 

Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 6, 1943, 83 years ago, The Wedding Shower.   A surprise shower for Leila. Leroy gets fired from Peavey's drug store...for punching a customer!

Followed by Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast June 6, 1946, 80 years ago, Bud and Lou Need Some Dough. Lou loses his place in the script during the opening routine. Lou "needs some dough" to pay the rent. The boys are locked in their room until they can find $60, possibly by "kneading some dough."

Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 6, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire to Start Rival Theater.   Squire Skimp has threatened to open his own movie theatre since Lum and Abner won't take him in as a partner.

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