Classic Radio 09-27-25 - Helping Hand, Coward, and Like Father

Westerns on a Saturday

First, a look at the events of the day.

Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast September 27, 1954, 71 years ago, The Helping Hand.  Steve Elser is just about to be lynched for cattle rustling, but is saved by Marshal Dillon. Matt gives young Elser a chance, but this might be a mistake. 

Followed by The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast September 27, 1953, 72 years ago, The Coward.   Everyone knows that Will Fedder is a coward because he won't wear a gun. However, a man can be pushed just so far!

Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast September 27, 1959, 66 years ago, Like Father. Klell Thomas has been accused of murder in Yreka. Paladin is hired to find the truth. 

Followed by Challenge of the Yukon starring Paul Sutton, originally broadcast September 27, 1951, 74 years ago, Uncle Ben.   A young woman heads to the Yukon and her Uncle Ben after the death of her father. While en route, a murderer kills Uncle Ben and takes his place. Will the woman find out about the substitution?  

Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast September 27, 1954, 71 years ago, Party Whine.   Fibber has a bit of trouble trying to make a phone call. 

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