# Classic Radio 08-01-26 - WC and Charlie, Father's Birthday, and The Story of Mayerling

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Published: 2026-08-01T07:00:02+00:00
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Variety on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour hosted by Don Ameche , originally broadcast August 1, 1937, 89 years ago, with guest star Bruna Castagna. Charlie McCarthy is taking a correspondence course on how to became a detective. Contralto Bruna Castagna sings an aria from "Mignon." It's Charlie McCarthy's birthday today, time for an argument with W. C. Fields. W. C. describes his adventures while hunting moose. Don Ameche and Dorothy Lamour appear in scenes from "You Can't Have Everything." Followed by A Date With Judy starring Louise Erickson , originally broadcast August 1, 1944, 82 years ago, Father’s Birthday. It's Mr. Foster's birthday; Judy wants him to have a "perfect day." Then, Romance , originally broadcast August 1, 1950, 76 years ago, The Story of Mayerling. The story of Prince Rudolph of Austria and his love for Maria Vetsera. Peggy Webber and Lawrence Dobkin star. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast August 1, 1935, 91 years ago, Abner Hasn’t Been Seen. Lum sings a very acceptable rendition of "Asleep in the Deep." Abner still has not been seen in town. Dick Huddleston calls the sheriff. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

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