Classic Radio 04-08-26 - The Pet Pig, Finding a Roomer, and the Gum Machine

Comedy on a Wednesday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, the Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast April 8, 1945, 81 years ago, Leroy’s Pet Pig.  Gildersleeve is forced to get rid of Leroy's pet pig. 

Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy,  originally broadcast April 8, 1947, 79 years ago, Finding a Roomer.  The Stevens' rent their spare room to a boarder and get more than they bargained for.  

Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast April 8, 1949, 77 years ago, Gum Machine.   Liz is determined to stand up for her rights, which leads to a confrontation with a gum machine.

Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 8, 1951, 75 years ago, The IRS Visits Jack Benny.  The Internal Revenue Service visits Jack … because they can't believe he's spent so little money! 

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 8, 1948, 78 years ago, Browsing the Catalog.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.

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