Down Our Way xx-xx-xx ep17 Stopping A Farm Auction

Summary

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Down Our Way, Episode 17: Stopping a Farm Auction

Harold’s Old Time Radio
Airdate: December 9, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of "Down Our Way," presented by Harold’s Old Time Radio, tells a story of compassion and community spirit set in a small rural town. The focus is on the town’s effort to prevent the Ingalls family from losing their farm to an auction due to illness and financial hardship. Through music, quick thinking, and neighborly action, the town comes together to save a family home, illustrating the warmth, generosity, and problem-solving characteristic of Golden Age radio dramas.

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Key Discussion Points & Story Breakdown

1. The Ingalls Family's Crisis (00:45 – 03:29)

• Marian, the schoolteacher, seeks advice from Eli Jenkins after noticing her student, Becky Ingalls, crying about an impending auction at her family’s farm.
• Eli and Marian discuss the broader issue: Saul Ingalls has been too sick to work. The family faces losing their entire farm to pay bills.
• Notable quote:
  • "Oh, but gosh, they gotta live. What’ll they do without no home? And old Sol Ingalls, he don't know nothing but farming." – Eli Jenkins (02:18)

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2. Bringing the Community Together (03:29 – 05:20)

• Eli decides to gather the singing group for their regular practice but with a secret plan to help the Ingalls.
• The group’s camaraderie is light-hearted, marked by local humor about gossip, ailments, and music.
  • "You're in a mighty nasty mood tonight, Ben Potts. Must be your rheumatism acting up again." – Eli Jenkins (04:27)
• The group prepares and performs their first song, set to buoy both their spirits and, soon, their neighbors’.

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3. Disrupting the Auction—With a Song (07:57 – 19:06)

• Eli reveals his plan: Instead of letting the auction proceed, the group will perform music right at the auction site to distract and gather the community.
• They drive to the auction, bringing their organ and enthusiasm.
• Notable moments and banter:
  • "If we can't buy anything, why go to an auction?" – Doubting neighbor (10:13)
  • "Patience, you heard about what happened to cats that got curiosity. And you ain't got nine lives to work on, so you just better relax..." – Eli Jenkins (10:24)
• The group sings "Camptown Races" and other community favorites, gradually drawing attention away from the auctioneer.

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4. Becky’s Song and the Emotional Turning Point (20:02 – 22:39)

• Eli invites little Becky Ingalls to sing for the crowd:
  • "Why, it's Becky Ingle." – Marian (20:02)
  • Becky sings a heartwarming song learned in Sunday school. The community is moved by her innocence and the family's plight.
• Eli gently asks Becky about her feelings:
  • "Do you want to [leave the farm]?" Eli Jenkins (22:05)
  • "I never want to leave the farm." – Becky (22:09)

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5. The Solution: A Spontaneous Collection (23:00 – 24:55)

• Eli proposes an impromptu fundraiser: Instead of bidding, the townspeople put money or pledges in a hat.
  • "As for me, I don't think I need a hundred dollars as bad as Saul does. So I'm puttin’ it in my hat." – Eli Jenkins (23:20)
  • Others quickly follow, and the hat gets passed through the crowd.
• The auction is quietly halted, with the community demonstrating their support in dollars rather than bids.

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6. Reflections & Closing Harmony (25:02 – 27:20)

• Community sings "When Love Shines In" together, capturing the spirit of collective generosity.
• The townsfolk reflect:
  • "It didn’t mean much money to any of us, and yet it means a whole new life to them." – Marian (27:07)
  • "Don’t thank me. Just thank the good Lord we had it to give." – Eli Jenkins (27:25)
• Closing message: The narrator underscores the recurring themes of community, leadership, and kindness prevalent "down our way."

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Eli Jenkins on Small Town Neighbors:
  "Down our way everybody knows everybody else. We're all neighbors." (01:40)
• Eli Inspiring Community Action:
  "So it’s us up to us to keep that from happening." (09:11)
• The Power of a Simple Act:
  "A few hundred dollars can mean all the difference in the world to Saul Ingalls right now." (24:00)
• Final Reflection:
  "It will mean the difference between waking up with hope in the morning instead of despair." (27:07)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• Main story setup & tension: 00:45 – 03:29
• Gathering the group & first song: 03:29 – 07:57
• At the auction site, musical distraction begins: 12:08 – 16:46
• Becky’s solo performance: 20:02 – 21:47
• Eli’s collection plan unveiled: 23:00 – 24:55
• Community sings together & reflections: 25:02 – end

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Tone & Style

Warm, homespun, often light-hearted yet deeply sincere with an emphasis on old-fashioned neighborliness, laced with gentle humor and folksy wisdom. Music and singing are integral, both to the community depicted and to the storytelling format.

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Summary

Episode 17 of "Down Our Way" captures the heart of classic radio storytelling: faced with losing their home, the Ingalls family’s crisis draws their tight-knit community into action. Through Eli Jenkins' leadership, a singing group, and creative thinking, the town not only halts a devastating auction but rallies hope for everyone. This memorable episode is a testament to community, care, and the enduring spirit of mutual support.

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Transcript

[A]

What do you think makes the perfect snack?

[B]

Hmm, it's gotta be when I'm really craving it and it's convenient.

[A]

Could you be more specific?

[B]

When it's cravinient.

[A]

Okay.

[B]

Like a freshly baked cookie made with.

[C]

Real butter, available right down the street.

[B]

At a.m. p.m. Or a savory breakfast sandwich I can grab in just a second at a.m. p.m.

[A]

I'm seeing a pattern here.

[B]

Well, yeah, we're talking about what I.

[A]

Crave, which is anything from AM PM.

[B]

What more could you want? Stop by AM PM where the snacks and drinks are perfectly craveable and convenient. That's cravenience. AM PM Too much good stuff.

[D]

There's music in the air when the morning's night and day did Splashes sea on the bright and laughing sky down.

[C]

Our way with some old fashioned singing and a bit of friendly visiting with some folks that are just like your neighbors. Eli Jenkins is leader of the singing group. Besides being town grocer and sheriff, he's also the fellow folks come to and they need a bit of advice. Even the new school teacher, Marion Castle has learned that already. She has a problem she can't figure out an answer to. So the first person she thinks of is old Eli. Yes, sir. I'm mighty pleased that you'd think to come to me, Marian. But I don't rightly know as if I can help you none.

[A]

Well, I'm not asking this for myself, Mr. Jenkins. I just learned this afternoon of some folks who need help. So I hope that if you'd work with me, we might be able to do something for them.

[C]

Well, it won't hurt none to try. What's the difficulty?

[A]

Well, this afternoon after I dismissed class, I noticed little Becky Ingalls was huddled in the corner crying.

[C]

That sweet little thing. What was the matter?

[A]

Oh, do you know her?

[C]

Marion, you come from a big city. You'll soon learn that down our way everybody knows everybody else. We're all neighbors.

[A]

I think that's wonderful. Well, I talked with Becky and got her to stop crying long enough to tell me what was the matter. She says there's going to be an awful at her father's farm this evening.

[C]

Well, sure, I know that. We have them all the time around here when folks got some old farm equipment they want to get rid of so's they can buy some new.

[A]

But the Ingalls won't be buying any new farm equipment. In fact, they won't even have a farm.

[C]

Huh? Oh, gee willikers, that's going too.

[A]

Yes, Becky says her daddy has been Sick for so long that now there's nothing to do but sell it all.

[C]

Oh, but gosh, they gotta live. What'll they do without no home? And old Sol Ingalls, he don't know nothing but farming. What can he turn to when he's well again if he ain't got no farm left?

[A]

I've been thinking those same things. After Becky finally left and started home, I sat in my classroom for almost an hour thinking there must be something to do. But I couldn't come up with the answer.

[C]

Well, there's only one thing for sure, and that is that we can't let this here oxen go through. Why, it'd break old Sol's heart to let go that farm. He's got to stay in good spirits so he can get well fast.

[A]

But how else can they pay all the bills and keep going? Becky is such a child. She doesn't have much understanding of it all. But I realized from what she said that they must have money immediately. What can we do?

[C]

I don't know, little girl, I don't know. But just let me think for a spell and I'll do my living best to figure out something. I tell you what. Tonight's when the group gathers for singing practice. So you just leave it to me and I'll try to hit on something where we can all pitch in and help. I'll see you at seven o'.

[D]

Clock.

[C]

Now, Marian. And meanwhile, don't you worry none. I. I got a hunch we'll be able to lick this year problem.

I guess life would get pretty dull if there weren't any problems. But sometimes it sort of seems like it wouldn't hurt none to have fewer of them. Especially when you hear something like this about the Ingles being about to lose their farm. Eli's been given a lot of thought to it the last two hours. And maybe by now he's hit on a scheme to try to help them. Come on in, folks. Come right on in.

[D]

Hi, Eli.

[C]

Evening, Eli. Hello, Jenny.

[A]

Hello, Ben. Hello, Cliff. And Marion.

[C]

Well, I'm mighty glad all of you are arriving right on time. Cause there's something important we gotta get done before this evening's over.

[D]

There is.

[A]

Well, tell us, Eli, what is it?

[C]

Are you afraid that there's something going on that you don't know about? Patience. When you spend as much time gossiping as patience does, I don't rightly see how anything can be missed.

[A]

You're one to talk, Ben Potts. You may run a feed store, but if I had my Guess there's more dirt goes over that counter than chicken feed.

[C]

Now, now, folks, this ain't no way to be carrying on here.

[A]

It sure ain't, with all that Eli has to tell you.

[C]

Well, if you say hush, Jenny, we will. I just stopped paying attention to old Eli here. You're in a mighty nasty mood tonight, Ben Potts. Must be your rheumatism acting up again. Oh, that ain't all. Have I got symptoms? Yeah. Why, just t' other evening.

[A]

Now, why did you have to go and remind Ben about his ailments, Eli?

[C]

All right, I'll keep quiet.

[A]

Maybe I should have brought my ruler so I could rap for attention like I do in the classroom.

[C]

Well, now, the first thing we're going to do right now is to get one of our songs practiced out. But why are we such a hurry? Why ain't we got the whole evening ahead of us?

[A]

And what was that you was going to tell us?

[C]

Well, I. Now I'll tell you after we practice this song. Come on, Jenny. Get over at the organ.

[A]

My stars. I haven't even had time to take off my hat. Is this the song, p. Yeah, that's the one.

[C]

Now turn to page 55, everybody. What I do with my book?

[A]

Oh, you may read off mine.

[C]

Oh, that's a better idea. Anyway, let's. Let's stay together now, folks.

[D]

Lo, gently, sweet often.

My green br.

Gently I sing the a song in my bry.

By the murmuring stream.

Not Mercury.

Thus October.

Wild whistling blackbirds in yon morning noon.

O.

Green crested lapwing I screaming for bear I charge you distant ghost.

My slumbering.

There.

Thy crystal stream afton how lovely it lights and winds my lock up where my Mary resides A wanton thy waters there's no rippy gleam as gatherings reborn.

Gently sweet afton among thy green brace Lo, gently sweet river the theme of my name.

Asleep while I murmuring stream lord Gently, sweet apart.

[C]

Well, guess that sounded pretty good. What did you think, Cliff? We rely on you cause you've had all that fancy training. Mr. Jenkins, if I were you, I would never worry about this group not sounding good to the people. They've got enough spirit to more than make up for any little shortcoming. It's mighty nice of you to put it that way. Except for you and Marion here, of course. We sure ain't no great shakes as singers.

[A]

Thanks, Mr. Jenkins. I hope I warrant that. Now, don't you think you'd better tell the folks about what we're going to do this evening?

[C]

Oh, you're in this, Ms. Marion?

[A]

Well, I started it all. And I'm anxious to know what Mr. Jenkins is planning.

[C]

Well, now, it's just this, folks. Marian stopped by to see me on her way home from school and we had a little talk.

[A]

Ain't you jealous, Jenny? Eli, talking with such a good looking young lady. I stopped getting jealous of you, Eli. Started getting bald. Only a wife ever loves a bald headed man.

[C]

Interruptions, interruptions. If I could ever get two words out. Go ahead, Eli. Well, Marion learned from Becky Ingalls that her Pa's having an auction at his farm this evening. Sure, we all know, dad. Yeah, but it ain't what you think, Ben. This auction is going to sell everything, including the farm.

[A]

Oh, you don't mean.

[D]

Why.

[C]

Why, that's true. You bet it is. So? So it's us up to us to keep that from happening.

[A]

Well, of course we all want to, Eli, but how can we? The auction is going to begin in less than an hour.

[C]

Sure, but what could we do between now and then? No. Are you with me, folks? Do you all. Would you all really like to do something about it? You bet, you boot. Well, all right then. Now, there ain't time for more deliberation. But if you'll just do as I say, I think I got a plan that just might work.

[A]

Oh, I do hope so. Little Becky looked so pitiful this afternoon. And she said she didn't know where they were going to live or anything.

[C]

Now, let's get into action, folks. The first thing we do is to go on out to the farm. We should be able to just about get there by the time the auction begins. What can we do out there? Yeah, we ain't prepared to try to buy up old Sol Ingle stuff. No, you said you trusted me. Now, folks, just don't start asking questions and wasting time because we ain't got it to waste.

[A]

We're all with you, Mr. Jenkins. Sure we are, Eli. Come on, let's all get our hats and coats. Well, I still don't see no sense to what he is. If we can't buy anything, why go to an auction?

[C]

Cliff, will you drive my seat in and take all the gang and I'll drive my truck out there.

[D]

Now, why on earth do you want.

[A]

To take your truck out there?

[C]

Come on now and let's get started. Patience, you heard about what happened to cats that got curiosity. And you ain't got nine lives to work on, so you just better relax and ride along with things.

[A]

But I was meant to follow along all the time. And I'm a born leader. A horoscope says so. And you can't never go wrong with astrology calculations.

[C]

Well, things sure gone wrong with you somewhere along the line. Patience, you ain't hooked the man yet. Line hooked? Ain't that funny?

[A]

That's awful harsh.

[C]

Here's the keys, Clip. You get up there and. And I'll be right behind you in the trap truck. Did you get it tied onto your truck all right? Sure, sure, it's all fine.

[A]

Get what tried on your trunk. Say, what is that I see on your truck? It's so dark I can't quite make it out.

[C]

Remember about those nine lives you ain't got, Patience. Pile in, everybody. Here, Marian, you sit up here with me.

[A]

Go ahead, Marian. We'll keep an eye on him from the vaccine. All right, Mrs. Jenkins.

[C]

Hey, is that nice? You make her think I get fresh with a girl. Well, when I was your age.

[A]

Careful, Ben. There's ladies present.

[C]

Well, there was ladies present when I was his age, too. Oh, I'm mighty sharp this evening, don't you think? We're practically his hysterical.

[D]

Is Eli still a following us?

[A]

Yes, he's right behind. Let's get along, Cliff. Time short.

[C]

Okay, Mrs. Jenkins.

[A]

Pretty long ways out there. Well, we'll make it. The trick driver.

My bad was quick. Yes, we made it in less than 30 minutes. And Eli stopped right with us, even in that truck of his.

[C]

Say, look at all the people that have gathered for the auction.

[A]

Look at Eli. He's back in the truck right up to the edge of the crowd. Yes, and what in the world do I see about the organ on the truck?

[D]

Yes.

[A]

Well, how did Mr. Jenkins get the organ loaded on there?

[C]

I helped him while you folks were getting ready to leave. So you is in on me. Come on over here, gang.

[A]

It looks like they're already well underway with the auction.

[C]

You're going to have the opportunity to.

[A]

Bid on this fine tractor in.

[C]

Look at old saw. Good equipment being sold, folks.

[A]

It is a downright shame.

[C]

Hurry up now. I want all of you to climb up here in the bed of the truck. Now, we ain't got time for explanations. Jenny, you get over here at the organ. Is there enough light so you can see this music?

[A]

Oh, I know that one behind the. Well, if this ain't the silliest thing. With an auction going on 100ft away. Here, you want to stand and see your heads off.

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[C]

That's exactly what we want to do. All right, Jenny. The Camptown ladies sing this song.

The Camp Town racetrack five miles long on the doo dah dah I come down there with my hat caved in.

[D]

Doo da doo dah I go back.

[C]

Home with a pocket full of tin on the doo dah din Run and.

[D]

Run all night Run and run all day. I'll bet my money in a bar field day Somebody bet onto me the long tail Billy and the big black.

[C]

Horse do not do that.

[A]

They blind, they track and they both.

[D]

Cut across oh do not they blind. Horse tricking in a big mud hole do die do dah.

[A]

You can't touch bottom with a ten.

[D]

Foot pole oh do dah dah Wind around all night wander on all day I'll bet my money on the bobtail neck Somebody bet on the bed.

Come.

[C]

On in the track doodah doodah the bobtail fling her over his back oh dooda day and fly along like a real root car Dooda dood running the race with a shooting star oh.

[D]

Dead I'll Bet my money on a pop till night Somebody bet on the bay Wanna rub all roll Wanda Rubble? I bet my money on a bob till next Somebody bet on the bay.

[C]

I think it's working. Come on, let's sing some more. Marion, you sing something.

[D]

If a body meet Papa Di Coming through the rye if a body kiss a body Need a body cry Every lassie has her laddie none they save a vine.

All the laddies they smile at me when coming through the rock Here. If a buddy kiss a buddy Need a body cry if a body meets our body Coming through the ride.

Every lassie has her lady.

All the lads they smile at me.

When coming through the rocks.

Hi there, Eli.

[C]

It's great having you singing.

[A]

We're enjoying it a whole lot. Hello there, Jenny, could you blotch with.

[C]

Another number.

In just a minute? Hear that, folks? They like our singing?

[A]

Sure they like it. But you can sing plenty of other times. This don't seem very fair to come out and break up the auction.

[C]

Just what I'm aiming to do.

[D]

What?

[A]

Old sow Ingalls needs the money so.

[C]

Bad, he needs his farm worse. Or will when he gets well. I think I'm beginning to see your point, Mr. Jenkins. How about more of that singing gang? It goes right well on a chilly evening. Yeah. Something to warm us up. Coming right up now. Cliff, have you practiced that little Irish tune lately? Oh, you mean where the River Shannon flows?

[D]

That's it.

[C]

I think I can manage.

[A]

Was that in the key of afcliff?

[C]

That's right.

There's a pretty spot in Ireland I'll.

[D]

Always claim for my.

Where the fairies and the blarney Will never, never die.

It'S the land of the shillelagh Me heart goes back there a daily to the girl I left.

[C]

Behind me when we kissed and said.

[D]

Goodbye.

Where a dear old Shannon's blow Where the three leaves Shamrock rose.

[A]

Where.

[D]

My heart is I am going.

To My little Irish rose.

[C]

And the moment that I meet her With a hug.

[D]

And a kiss I'll greet her for there's not a coin sweeter.

Where the river shone on.

The floor.

Oh, that was fine.

[C]

That was well at this auction. Aren't you, Mary? Folks, I'm mighty glad you like our little singing group. I noticed that there ain't many of you left over at the auctioneers block. And you know what? I think you'll have more fun over here with us.

[A]

I sure hope you know what you're doing, Eli.

[C]

So do I, Ma. But nothing could be worse than Saul losing His farm.

[A]

I think Eli has gone plum crazy, ain't you?

[C]

Sure, but what? You're right. Would you like some more music, folks? Oh, sure, give us some more.

Just quiet down for a bit. I got a real surprise for you. Is she waiting, Cliff? Yes. I slipped out while you were talking and asked her to come over here. Yeah, here she is now. Can you lift her up here? You bet.

[A]

Why, it's Becky Ingle.

[C]

That's right. I think she's going to be mighty helpful to us. Come on up here, Becky. There you are.

[A]

Hello, Mr. Jenkins. Hello, Becky. Hello, Mrs. Jenkins. Hello, Ms. Castle. How are you, Becky? Feeling better now? Yes. Daddy says we're going to forget the farm now, so I'm trying hard.

[C]

Becky, you know what I thought? I thought maybe you might sing the folks little song. Like you did that morning at Sunday school. Remember?

[A]

Sure, I remember. But do you think they'd like it?

[C]

Oh, I know that they would. I'll just show you. Folks, this is little Betty Ingalls. She's quite a little singer herself, you know. So I thought maybe it'd like to hear her. How about it?

All right. All right. Here she is now. Go ahead, honey. Jenny will play for you.

[A]

Well, if you're sure it's all right.

[C]

You bet.

[D]

In the temple, in the temple stood a happy boy one day.

And the teachers wondered greatly at the words they heard him say.

It was Jesus, it was Jesus standing in the temple there.

And the light of heaven was shining on his face so pure and fair.

[C]

Wasn't that great, folks? Ain't she cute? Take a bow. Now, honey, now I want to talk you with you for just a minute here while all the folks can hear you see?

[A]

All right, Mr. James.

[C]

Now first I want you to tell me something. Are you happy about the thought of leaving the farm?

[A]

Well, Daddy says we gotta.

[C]

But do you want to, uh.

[A]

I never want to leave the farm.

[C]

And do you think your mama wants to leave?

[D]

Oh, no.

[A]

She just cries all the time.

[C]

Is your daddy better these days, Becky?

[A]

Yes. He can sit up now. The doctor says in a little while he'll be just like my daddy again.

[C]

But by then he won't have no farm. That is, if the auction goes on. He won't.

[A]

I. I think I'd better get on back to the house now. I want to see Mama.

[C]

There you go. Right on, honey. And I wish you'd tell your ma that we're all her friends. Would you do that?

[A]

Yes, Mr. Jenkins.

[C]

Here, I'll help you down. Careful now. Good night, Becky.

[A]

Night, Everybody.

[C]

Folks. You all heard that, didn't you?

[D]

Yeah, we sure did, Eli.

[C]

Well, then there's nothing I could add to it. You all know what a good man Saul Ingalls is and how he worked this farm for years.

[A]

Such a shame.

[C]

Becky ought to grow up right on this here farm where she was born. But now you folks have come out here to buy the farm and all its equipment. That's what an auction's for, Eli, when people want to sell. No, no, there's where you're wrong. Cause Saul Engle don't want to sell. He's forced to. All on account of money.

[A]

Everybody needs money.

[C]

Yeah, but some need it worse than others. And as for me, I don't think I need a hundred dollars as bad as Saul does. So I'm putting it in my hat. No. Is he? What you been a planning all along, Eli? Here, give me that hat. Here's the cash I took in at the gas station today. It's all I have on me.

[A]

Well, I don't have much, but I'll write a pledge on this slip of paper. This was a wonderful idea, Pa. Why didn't you tell me what all this was about? I don't have a 20 in my purse.

[C]

Well, that'll help. Patience. What do you think of that? Look what they're doing.

[A]

Get your bill pulled out, Henry. Don't you stand there.

[C]

You know, I'm not asking a thing of any of you folks. I'll just remind you that a few hundred dollars can mean all the difference in the world to Saul Ingalls right now.

[A]

So.

[C]

So I am just going to hand this hat to you, Pete, and you give it to the feller next to you. And if any of you have too big a bulge in your pockets, you're free to empty it into this here hat. Eli, I'm proud of you. Don't know why I didn't think of this. Well, you all come out here prepared to buy something at the auction, so I know none of you are exactly broke. Sly dog, Eli. Don't you worry. Won't let you down. Jim Hooper, can you hear me way back there at the edge of the crowd?

[D]

Yeah, I can hear you, Eli.

[C]

Well, you be about the last man to get the hat, so would you please take it up to Saul's house? You better will, Eli. Just tell him that nobody wanted any of his equipment and that we think he's going to need it one of these days soon.

[D]

Okay.

[A]

Eli. Eli. I don't know how to say it, but what this will Mean to the ingles.

[D]

I think I'm gonna cry.

[C]

You know what I think the folks would like right now? Now, one of our beautiful old hymns. What do you say, folks?

[A]

Oh, that'd be grand.

[D]

Jesus comes with power to gladden when love shines In Every life that woke and sadden when love shines in Love with each heart to pray Love will drive the gloom away Turn our darkness into new when love shines in when love shines in when love shines in all the heart is earth are singing when love shines in when love shines in when love shines in Joy and peace to others bringing when love shines in.

[C]

All right, Marion, you take solo.

[D]

Darkest sorrow will grow brighter when love shines in and the heaviest burden will lighter when love shines in Tis the glory that we brought light to show us where to go O the heart shall blessing know when love shines in when love shines in when love shines in.

All the heart is ever singing when love shines in when love shines in when love shines in Joy and peace to others bringing when love shines in.

[A]

This has been a pretty wonderful night, Eli.

[C]

Yep. And think how different it could have ended for Sol.

[A]

English it will mean the difference between waking up with hope in the morning instead of despair. It didn't mean much money to any of us, and yet it means a whole new life to them.

[C]

Yes, Mr. Jenkins, it was wonderful of you to think of it.

[A]

Thank you, Eli, for being such a dear person. Thank you for giving and for wanting to help.

[C]

No, folks, don't. Don't thank me. Just thank the good Lord we had it to give.

[D]

Than music.

In the air.

There's music in there.

[C]

When the infant.

[D]

Morn is nigh and paint its blush is seen on the bright and laughing.

[C]

Sky.

Friends and neighbors are the same everywhere they always are right there to help and stand by you when you need it worse. But it always takes one man like Eli Jenkins to lead things. So won't you come back and visit Eli and all the rest of them again next time they spend another pleasant evening down our way? This program is written by Shirley Thomas and produced By Walter White, Jr. This is a Commodore production.

[B]

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