Tag Archives: Radio Programs

Phillips H. Lord – The Man Behind the Mic and the Schooner

Posted on April 2, 2012 by ahcadmin

Phillips Haynes Lord (1902-1975) was a radio star from the 1920s through the 1950s. He was only in his twenties when he achieved nationwide fame for his radio programs, the most famous among them being “Gangbusters” and several having to … Continue reading →

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Behind the Laughter: Unraveling the Genius of Jack Benny Through His Archived Papers

Posted on April 27, 2011 by ahcadmin

Another Depression era collection has been processed thanks to the NHPRC grant! 130 cubic feet of Jack Benny papers have been re-processed, and the finding aid is now available online. An inexpensive escape from the challenges of daily life was … Continue reading →

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