Classic Radio for May 12, 2024 - Irma and the Picnic, Sponsored operations, and Montague a Father?

2+ Hours of Comedy on this Sunday

First a look at this day in History.

Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 12, 1953, 71 years ago, The Picnic.  Jane, Irma and the gang go for a picnic, and Irma’s driving! They may rest in peace, but not because of the driving!  

Followed by the news from 71 years ago, then Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, originally broadcast May 12, 1953,  71 years ago, with guest Joanne Dru. Dean, Jerry, and their special guest, screen actress Joanna Dru, portray medics and nurse and show what might happen if operations were sponsored on television. 

Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 12, 1946, 78 years ago, Leila’s Boy Friend. Gildersleeve conquers a rival for the hand of fair Leila. 

Followed by The Magnificent Montague starring Monty Wooley, originally broadcast May 12, 1951, 73 years ago, Baby in the House.  A baby comes to visit. 

Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 12, 1941, 83 years ago, The Grayson Submarine. 

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