Classic Radio 03-12-26 - Yellow Ribbon, The Trial, and Casa Grande Valley

Westerns on a Thursday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast March 12, 1951, 75 years ago, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon starring John Wayne. Wayne stars in the adaptation of the 1949 John Ford Western. Captain Nathan Brittles, on the eve of retirement, takes out a last patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack. Encumbered by women who must be evacuated, Brittles finds his mission imperiled.

Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast March 12, 1955, 71 years ago, The Trial. Judge Stokes has arrived in Dodge to dispense a most unusual brand of justice. A killing and $10,000 from a robbery are at stake.

Then, The Adventures of Red Ryder starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast March 12, 1942, 84 years ago, The Casa Grande Valley. Red and Little Beaver head for the Casa Grande Valley. Ace Hanlon plans to hire "Pedro the Kid" to do away with Red Ryder once and for all. Ace barely escapes from "Bear Valley.".

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 12, 1948, 78 years ago, Income Tax. Explaining income tax to Claudia. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.

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