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Deadline Murder

Broadcast Date:   May 19, 1948
Series:   The Big Story
Speaker(s):   Bob Sloane (host)


The Big Story is the dramatized account of how a newspaper reporter solved a crime, exposed a corrupt political administration, smashed a racket, or performed some other notable public service. This episode highlights the true story of reporter Rolf K. Mills.
Length:   29:29
Program Producer:   NBC

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Gateway to a Land of Freedom (Immigration)

Broadcast Date:   May 19, 1946
Series:   The National Hour
Speaker(s):   Robert St. John (host)


NBC ran "The National Hour" on Sunday afternoons at 4pm from November 1945 to September 1946. Each program dealt with a different subject or issue facing America as the nation moved forward after the end of World War II.
Length:   29:50
Program Producer:   NBC Radio Network

A Biography of Adolf Hitler

Broadcast Date:   May 20, 1940
Series:   Robert Arden News Commentary
Speaker(s):   Robert Arden


Robert Arden, who had written a biography of Adolf Hitler, speaks about his life and his psychology.
Length:   14:59
Program Producer:   KFWB Radio, Los Angeles

Alf Landon Predicted to be the GOP Presidential Candidate

Broadcast Date:   May 21, 1936
Series:   The March of Time

WABC, New York City aircheck. Sponsored by: Wrigley's Spearmint Gum. Alf Landon is predicted to get the Republican party nomination. The "regular" Salvation Army bands will now contain a saxophone. Ex-President Hoover donates land in Shenandoah Park to the United States government for the weekend use of future presidents. Britain still regards Haile Selaisse as sovereign of Ethiopia. Dr. Townsend continues testimony in Washington, D.C. about his "Townsend Plan." But he then walks out and is cited for contempt of Congress.
Length:   14:57
Program Producer:   CBS

The Importance of Citizen Participation in Government

Broadcast Date:   May 23, 1963
Speaker(s):   Edward R. Murrow


Edward R. Murrow speaks to a luncheon meeting of the League of Women Voters in New York City. At the time, Murrow was director of the United States Information Agency. The introduction was apparently cut short in the original recording.
Length:   37:44
Program Producer:   WRVR Radio, New York City

That Was the Year - 1903

Broadcast Date:   May 24, 1937
Speaker(s):   Host: Gerald Mohr, Announcer: Lindsey MacHarrie


"That Was the Year" is a fascinating radio show that dramatizes the major historical events between the years 1896 and 1934. The show was produced from the viewpoint of the show's creators in 1937, adding unique interest to modern listeners. Every episode ends with a performance of a popular song from that year. Just over 1-minute of choral music at the beginning has been removed. It was there for stations to add local commercials.
Length:   13:31
Program Producer:   Transcription Company of America, recorded at KHJ in LA

Senator Huey P. Long Speaks to the VFW

Broadcast Date:   May 25, 1935
Speaker(s):   Senator Huey P, Long


Huey Pierce Long Jr. (1893-1935), nicknamed "the Kingfish", was an American politician who served as the 40th governor of Louisiana from 1928 to 1932 and as a United States Senator from 1932 until his assassination in 1935. He was a left-wing populist member of the Democratic Party and rose to national prominence during the Great Depression for his vocal criticism of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his New Deal, which Long deemed insufficiently radical. As the political leader of Louisiana, he commanded wide networks of supporters and often took forceful action. A controversial figure, Long is celebrated as a populist champion of the poor or, conversely, denounced as a demagogue. (Description from Wikipedia)
Length:   14:09
Program Producer:   NBC Radio Network