Classic Radio 07-16-25 - Mr President, Attorney for the Defense, and Rich Man Poor Man

Drama on a Wednesday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, Mr. President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast July 16, 1950, 75 years ago, Fairly Out, Fairly In.  A high‑stakes diplomatic moment involving a U.S. President during a post-war conference.  Which war?  And which President?

Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast July 16, 1950, 75 years ago, Attorney For the Defense.   A lawyer murders one of his clients and then is called to defend the dead man's daughter, who is accused of the crime. 

Then, I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 16, 1952, 73 years ago, Rich Man Poor Man.  The Party plans the downfall of a wealthy magazine publisher and the takeover of his publications. 

Followed by Encore Theater, originally broadcast July 16, 1946, 79 years ago, Now Voyager starring Maureen O’Sullivan. A woman, deeply troubled by her life with a domineering mother, finds romance and growth while on an ocean voyage. Maureen O'Sullivan replaced Loretta Young on short notice. 

Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 16, 1942, 83 years ago,Elizabeth and Pearl Return.  Lum, Abner, Cedric and Mousey tackle the ghost in Abner's house and find....Lizabeth and Pearl!

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