LABOR DAY COLLECTION

LABOR DAY COLLECTION

1 CD - 53 mp3 - Total Playtime: 27 Hours

Labor Day, a celebration of the contributions and achievements of workers, has been observed in the United States since 1894. Over the years, this significant holiday has evolved, and one intriguing aspect of its history lies in the connection with old-time vintage radio shows. During the golden era of radio, from the 1920s to the 1950s, people gathered around their radios to tune in to popular shows that captured the essence of Labor Day festivities and the spirit of the working class. These shows reflected the communication style of that era, emphasizing storytelling, live performances, and a sense of community.

Labor Day Radio Specials: Labor Day was an important date on the radio calendar, with various shows airing special episodes dedicated to honoring the workforce. These broadcasts often featured heartfelt stories of workers' struggles and triumphs and live performances by musicians, comedians, and actors.

Community Messages and Tributes: Vintage radio shows were known for their interactive nature. Leading up to Labor Day, they would broadcast community messages and tributes to acknowledge the efforts of individuals and organizations that supported workers' rights.

Musical Celebrations: Music played a significant role in old-time radio shows, and Labor Day broadcasts were no exception. The shows featured performances by talented musicians, choirs, and bands, creating a festive atmosphere.

Labor Day festivities during the golden era of radio were a delightful combination of heartwarming stories, live performances, and community engagement. These vintage radio shows captured the essence of the holiday, paying tribute to the working class and fostering a sense of unity among listeners. Though the communication style of that era may have faded away, the spirit of Labor Day continues to thrive, reminding us of the value of hard work and the significance of coming together as a community to celebrate our shared achievements.

Episodes List:

America's Town Hall Meeting of the Air 35-06-13 Will The Demands Of Organized Labor Promote Recovery
Arch Oboler 45-04-26 The House I Live In
Author Meets The Critics 48-11-14 Our New National Labor Policy
Biography in Sound 56-06-26 Fiorello Laguardia
Burns and Allen 43-02-02 Good Help Is Hard to Find
Captains Of Industry - The Story of Mark Hanna
Catholic Hour 43-02-07 Christian Social Order Capital No Open
CBS Today in Europe 39-10-26 City of Flint Released
Danny Kaye 46-02-15 Guest Carmen Miranda
Dear Adolf 42-07-05 Letter From An American Laborer
Easy Aces 41-05-13 A Game Of Bumper Cars
Edgar Bergen 48-12-19 Guest Mario Lanza
Eternal Light 58-06-29 David Dubinsky, Man of Labor
Father Coughlin 39-07-16 An Appeal To The Laboring Man
Father Coughlin 39-08-13 To The Laboring Men
FDR 41-09-01 Labor Day Radio Address
FDR 43-05-02 On the Coal Crisis
Great Gildersleeve 45-09-02 Labor Day at Grass Lake
Green Hornet 40-03-11 Salesman in Short Pants (aka-Child Labor Racket)
Green Hornet 41-06-28 Walkout for Profit (Mr X 1 of 4)
H.V. Kaltenborn 39-10-17 Auto workers on strike (from Detroit, Mich)
Hear It Now 51-02-09 (09) A big train Wreck
Hear It Now 51-03-09 A Biography of a Labor Union
Hello Americans 42-11-22 Andes
I Was a Communist for the FBI 52-06-11 American Kremlin
I Was a Communist for the FBI 52-12-24 The Flames Burned Red
Information Please 41-11-28 Drew Person- Robert Allen
Jean Shepherd 64-09-05 Live Village Limelight - Labor Day Weekend - Shermie The Wormie
Jean Shepherd 65-09-06 Labor Day Show Uncle Carl
Jean Shepherd 65-09-21 Trend of Disbelief
Jean Shepherd 66-09-05 Labor Day Parade
Jean Shepherd 75-09-01 Labor Day Picnic
Jergen's Journal 45-07-15
Just a Dream 470518 Richard-Widmark
Lone Ranger 46-08-23 Stubborn Man aka Asa Qimby
March of Time 45-03-29 The Kitchen of Tomorrow
Martin & Lewis Show 49-11-28 Violating Child Labor Laws
Meet the Press 61-12-17 George Meany
Mr District Attorney 42-08-19 Case Of The Hijacked Worker
Mr President 47-06-26 Theodore Roosevelt
Quiz Kids 50-09-03 Labor Day Picnic Near Gambusia Affinus
Railroad Hour 50-08-21 Review of 1935
Recollections at 30 56-08-29 Labor Day
Richard Diamond 49-06-26 The Tom Waxman Bombing Case
Robert Arden News Commentary 41-09-01 Labor Day
Silver Theater 38-10-23 Up from the Darkness Part 1
Silver Theater 38-10-30 Up from the Darkness Part 2
Stan Freberg Show 57-09-29 Rocket Sled
The People Act 51-02-03 A Cloth of Many Colors
The People Act 51-03-03 Our Partner - The Public
This Is My Best 44-12-19 The Plot To Overthrow Christmas
Walter Winchell 45-07-15 Criticizing Labor Unions
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar 53-07-14 The Shayne Bombing Matter

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