Country Music Time [USN] 52xxxx 025 1st Song - 'San Antonio Rose' (Sons of the Pioneers)

Summary

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Podcast Episode Summary: Harold's Old Time Radio – Country Music Time [USN] (September 24, 2025)

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode of Harold's Old Time Radio features a circa-1950s episode of "Country Music Time," presented by the United States Navy. The focus is on showcasing traditional American country and western music performed by the legendary Sons of the Pioneers. Woven alongside the musical performances are recruitment messages targeted at young women, encouraging them to join the Navy WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service). The tone is warm, patriotic, and nostalgic, inviting listeners to enjoy both the music and the sense of national pride.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Introduction & Patriotic Framing

• [01:10-01:53] The episode opens with Del Sharbert introducing "Country Music Time" as a program both to entertain and encourage community spirit, proudly presenting the Sons of the Pioneers.
  • "The United States Navy. Your Navy invites you to come aboard and enjoy another in the series of programs presenting those Down Home song and dance favorites because it's country music time." – Host (C) [01:10]
• The program is "presented, transcribed for your listening pleasure by the United States Navy," immediately establishing both a patriotic and wholesome family-friendly atmosphere.

2. The Music of Sons of the Pioneers

"San Antonio Rose"

• [02:34-04:14] The Sons of the Pioneers perform the classic Western ballad "San Antonio Rose." The rendition is harmonious, with lead vocals and rich backing.
  • "Deep within my heart lies a melody, a song of old San Antone..." – Lead Vocal (B) [02:34]
  • Emphasizes nostalgia and longing for the American Southwest.

"The Everlasting Hills of Oklahoma"

• [05:20-07:51] Lead singer Dale Warren is introduced with this number, celebrating the beauty and heritage of Oklahoma.
  • "They hold a million treasures to define..." – Chorus (D) [05:28]
  • The song lauds the state's pioneers and rolling hills, touching on pride in American history.

"I Believe"

• [08:49-10:58] Following a short discussion on the morale and faith of the American people (see below), the group sings this inspirational hymn.
  • "I believe that somewhere in the darkest night, a candle glows..." – Lead Vocal (D) [08:52]
  • "Every time I hear a newborn baby cry... then I know why I believe." – Chorus (B) [09:59]
  • The song conveys messages of hope, faith, and enduring optimism.

"Chant of the Plains"

• [12:07-13:41] The episode closes with this evocative song, re-creating the ambiance of the open prairie using vivid musical imagery.
  • "Listen to the prairie weaver song from a whale, listen to him blended with the nightingale..." – Lead Vocal (B) [12:07]
  • Captures the loneliness and beauty of the American plains.

"Tumbling Tumbleweeds" (Reprise)

• [14:42-14:54] The familiar refrain returns as a farewell gesture.
  • "See them tumbling down, pledging their love to the ground..." – Sons of the Pioneers (B) [14:42]

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3. The Navy and WAVES Recruitment Messages

Career Opportunities for Women

• [04:20-05:11; 11:04-11:56; 14:54-end]
  • Several moments in the program promote the WAVES initiative, presenting the Navy as a path to adventure, service, and skill development for young women.
    • "More and more young women will be wearing navy blue, the sparkly styled navy blue uniform of the waves... You earn while you learn." – Announcer (C) [04:20]
    • "For instance, if you have a college education, you can be a WAVE officer in the United States Navy... and above all, you'll be doing a vital job in the defense of America." – Announcer (C) [11:04]
    • "Again reminding you young women between the ages of 18 and 25 that the Navy has a planned career planned just for you." – Announcer (C) [14:54]
  • The calls to action are friendly and matter-of-fact, inviting young women to bring their parents to the recruiting station.

Reflections on America’s Morale and Faith

• [07:51-08:49] Del Sharbert and Lloyd Perryman briefly discuss the “seriousness” and faith of the American people.
  • "For the most part, they're pretty serious about the business of trying to get along. But what we notice most is the fact that the churches all over the place for playing the full houses all the time." – Lloyd Perryman (E) [08:10]
  • "When you see people seeking places of worship, you know that they're finding a renewed faith in the teaching of their religions." – Lloyd Perryman (E) [08:23]
  • This segment reinforces themes of optimism, unity, and spiritual renewal during uncertain times.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• "See them tumbling down, pledging their love to the ground..." – Sons of the Pioneers (B) [01:41; 14:42]
• "My rose of San Antone..." – Closing harmony of “San Antonio Rose” (B) [04:14]
• "It's the everlasting hills of Oklahoma." – (D) [05:20]
• "I believe above the storm the smallest prayer will still be heard." – (D) [09:59]
• "Everything here in God's garden shares my long..." – (D) [12:45]
• "On behalf of the Sons of the Pioneers, I want to thank you for listening and I'd like to say too that we get a real thrill playing and singing for our great United States Navy." – Lloyd Perryman (E) [14:32]

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Musical Timestamps

| Song | Performer | Start | End | |------------------------------|------------------------|-------|-------| | Drifting Along (intro) | Sons of the Pioneers | 01:41 | 02:19 | | San Antonio Rose | Sons of the Pioneers | 02:34 | 04:14 | | The Everlasting Hills of OK | Sons of the Pioneers | 05:20 | 07:51 | | I Believe | Sons of the Pioneers | 08:49 | 10:58 | | Chant of the Plains | Sons of the Pioneers | 12:07 | 13:41 | | Tumbling Tumbleweeds (outro) | Sons of the Pioneers | 14:42 | 14:54 |

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Flow & Atmosphere

The program flows naturally, with each song introduced by a host or a group member, alternating with brief, upbeat dialogues and friendly naval recruitment pitches. The episode conjures an image of a nation united by music, faith, and service—inviting young listeners, especially women, to play their own part. The tone remains warm, respectful, and wholesome throughout, reminiscent of a close-knit radio-listening family from mid-century America.

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Transcript

[A]

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[C]

The United States Navy. Your Navy invites you to come aboard and enjoy another in the series of programs presenting those Down Home song and dance favorites because it's country music time. Starring the Sons of the Pioneers.

[B]

See them tumbling down Fledging their love to the ground.

[C]

Yes, friends and neighbors, it's country music time. Presented, transcribed for your listening pleasure by the United States Navy. This is Del Sharbert inviting you to relax and listen to the songs of that fine singing group. Stars of this session of country Music time. The Sons of the Pioneers Drifting along.

[D]

With the tumbling tumble ring.

[E]

Hello, everybody. My name's Lloyd Perryman. Speaking for all the Sons of the Pioneers. We'd like to start right out with a song that I'm sure you'll all recognize.

[B]

Deep within my heart lies a melody.

[D]

A song of old salmon tone where in dreams I live with a memory beneath the stars all along it was.

[B]

There I found Beside the Alamo enchantment Strange as a blue up above a moonlit past that only she would know.

[D]

Still hears my broken song of love Moon in all your splendor Know only my heart Call back my rose Rows.

[B]

Of sand and tone Lips so sweet and tender like petals falling apart Speak once again of my love My old.

[D]

Broken song Empty words I know still live in my heart all alone all that moonlit Passed by the Alamo and Goldsmith Rows of sand and tone Moon in all your splendor Know only my heart Call back the rose Rose of salmon tone Lips so sweet and tender like petals falling apart Speak once again of my love My own broken song Empty words I know still is in my heart all alone for that moon let pass by the Alamo and rose my rose of sand and tone My.

[B]

Rose of San Antone.

[C]

Here'S something of interest to every woman. More and more young women will be wearing navy blue, the sparkly styled navy blue uniform of the waves. And no matter what the season, you'll always be in style as a wave. Yes, a whole new life will open up for you. You'll see new places, meet interesting people, make new friends. You'll be doing an important job in one of many skills the Navy teaches its waves. Maybe you'll be a yeoman, photographer, journalist or control tower operator. And you earn while you learn. So you see, you just can't lose. Joining the waves is no gamble. It's a sure thing, your road to success. So see your nearest Navy recruiter for information on your life as a wave. And bring your parents along. They'll want to know, too. Be smart. Be a wave.

[E]

Our lead singer, Dale Warren, likes this one about his home state. It's the everlasting hills of Oklahoma.

[D]

The everlasting hills of Oklahoma.

[C]

They hold.

[B]

A million treasures to defile.

[D]

Golden grain on hills of green Way to valleys.

[B]

Cool and clean Too bad some folks.

[D]

Have never seen the everlasting hills of.

[B]

Old Oklahoma.

[D]

The everlasting tales of Oklahoma Are told in clouded statues in the sky Pioneers who long have gone Their wagon wheels still rumble on when thunder peels and falls upon the everlasting hills of Oklahoma.

[B]

The everlasting fame of Oklahoma Will live in names of men she claims her own.

[D]

Some were right and some were wrong in history's pages, prose.

[B]

And song O hail them now for.

[D]

They all belong to the everlasting hills of Oklahoma.

[C]

We'Re very lucky to have you aboard right now, Lloyd. I hear you've been out of town playing all over the country and just got back.

[E]

That's right, Del. That's another very interesting part of our life and our work. We get to meet and know the wonderful people of these great United States.

[C]

Well, how do you find the general morale of the people, Lloyd? What's the general talk?

[E]

For the most part, they're pretty serious about the business of trying to get along. But what we notice most is the fact that the churches all over the place for playing the full houses all the time.

[C]

That's a mighty good sign, isn't it?

[E]

Yes, we think it is. When you see people seeking places of worship, you know that they're finding a Renewed faith in the teaching of their religions. And you know, Del, I think this is a good spot for us to sing one of the newest inspirational songs. That we think is destined to become a favorite for all time. It's simply. I Believe.

[C]

I believe.

[D]

Every drop of rain that falls a flower grow I believe that somewhere in the darkest night A candle glow I believe for everyone who goes astray Someone will come to go somewhere I believe I.

[B]

Believe.

[D]

I believe above the storm the smallest prayer will still be heard I believe that someone in the grave somewhere Hears every word. Every time I hear a newborn baby cry or touch a leave or female cry, Then I know why.

[B]

I believe.

[C]

You know. Since the early days of the settlers. Women have stood by their men folk and helped them build and defend their country. Today's young women have an equal or better opportunity. To help keep America strong and free. For instance, if you have a college education. You can be a WAVE officer in the United States Navy. And lead an interesting as well as rewarding life. You'll have opportunity to specialize in one of many fields. Communications aerology, intelligence, law, public relations. In the Navy, you'll have a chance to travel here and abroad. And above all, you'll be doing a vital job in the defense of America. Find out how you can become a WAVE officer. And pursue an attractive, profitable profession in the Navy. Visit your nearest Navy recruiting station and get all the details.

[E]

I'd like to have you pay particular attention to the lyrics of this next song. The chant of the Plains.

[B]

Listen to the Prairie Weaver Song From a whale. Listen to. Invented with a nightingale Swinging up above where the dark clouds sail and fl. Listen to the rhythm of the padded feet Stealing through the desert Hear his wild heartbeat Searching for his love and the heart repeats his cry.

[D]

I need.

[B]

You all through the prairie I wonder Night falls and I long for you.

[D]

Everything here in God's garden Shares my.

[C]

Long.

[B]

Listen to the prairie weaver song From a whale Listen to him blended with the nightingale Winging up the balls where the dark clouds sail and fly.

[D]

I need you.

[B]

Listen to the rhythm of the padded feet Stealing through the desert Hear his wild heartbeat Searching for his love and my heart repeats his.

[D]

Cry I need you.

[B]

Far in the distance Hear that note it's born of a call in a savage throat who waits a mate's reply Listen to the moaning of the wind on his way Everything he touches See it bend and sway Sing the pledge of love and send him on his way that's why.

[D]

I need you I need you.

[C]

Well, friends and neighbors, it's time for us to be saying goodbye for now. We hope you enjoyed listening to this program of Country Music Time brought to you by the United States Navy. This is Del Chairbet inviting you to join us real soon when we present another program of Country Music Time featuring such well known guest stars as Tex Williams, Tennessee Ernie, Jimmy Wakely, Tex Ritter and Spade Cooley. Now here is Lloyd Perryman with a parting word.

[E]

On behalf of the Sons of the Pioneers. I want to thank you for listening and I'd like to say too that we get a real thrill playing and singing for our great United States Navy.

[B]

See them tumbling down pledging their love to the ground.

[C]

Country Music Time was directed by Theodore Bliss and is presented transcribed by the United States Navy Recruiting Service. Again reminding you young women between the ages of 18 and 25 that the Navy has up planned career planned just for you. Why not visit your Navy recruiter today and find out how you can be a specialist and a Navy wave.