Life of Riley 45-10-27 084 The Football Game

Summary

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Podcast Summary: Harold's Old Time Radio

Episode: Life of Riley 45-10-27 084 The Football Game

Original Air Date: October 27, 1945
Host: Harold's Old Time Radio
Summary by: [Your Name Here]

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Overview

This classic episode of The Life of Riley centers on the comedic turmoil of Chester A. Riley as he tries to help his 13-year-old son, Junior, navigate the emotional ups and downs of teenage life, love, and football. Riley, ever the enthusiastic but bumbling patriarch, relates a heartfelt (and hilarious) story from his own youth—about a high-stakes football game complicated by romance and a mischievous rival. The story weaves in themes of family, competition, misunderstanding, and young love, all set against the backdrop of small-town American life in the mid-20th century.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Junior's Dilemma: Football and First Love

• Junior, Riley's adolescent son, is preoccupied and not eating—his mother Peg suspects it's about a girl.
• Junior's crush, Marilyn, will attend a victory dance with the winner of the upcoming football game. If Junior's team loses, she’ll go with another boy.
• Riley decides to cheer up Junior by sharing a story from his own youth. (01:19–01:48)

Riley: "Knew there was a woman at the bottom of this. Women, the root of all evil. And Junior's too young to go around pulling up roots." (01:48, Riley)

2. Riley's Flashback: Young Love and Football

• Riley tells Junior about his own adolescence in Brooklyn, recalling his romance with Peg and rivalry with Clinton Badger.
• Riley’s mother teases him for his lovesickness and for getting distracted from football.
• The playful banter between Riley and his mom highlights generational attitudes toward dating and athletics. (03:44–04:40)

Riley's Mom: “In your father’s day, they had only one rule. Never kick a man who's down unless you're sure he can't get up.” (04:40, Riley’s Mom)

3. Jealousy, Rivalry, and a High-Stakes Wager

• Peg agrees to go on a boat ride with Clinton only if his team wins, while Riley is under pressure to win for her affection. (07:03–08:11)
• Clinton decides to sabotage Riley with a phony threatening phone call, pretending to be a gambler named “No Dice Noonan” who orders Riley to throw the game under threat of harm. (09:02–10:09)

Clinton (as No Dice Noonan): “You’re gonna lose for me. Or else you’ll be taking a dive off the dock in a cement bathing suit.” (10:01, Clinton)

4. The Pressure Mounts: Mistrust and Miscommunications

• Riley, believing the threat, is torn: if he wins, he fears for his safety; if he loses, he loses his girl.
• An anonymous note (also from Clinton) warns Peg’s father not to bet on Riley, claiming he’ll throw the game.
• Misunderstandings pile up, further painting Riley as untrustworthy in the eyes of Peg’s father. (16:00–16:15)

5. The Big Game: Chaos and Comedy

• Riley fumbles, his confidence shattered by fear and confusion—leading the opposing team to score a touchdown.
• After being benched, he begs the coach to return to the game and is eventually sent back in.
• In a comical climax, Riley runs the wrong way and accidentally scores a touchdown for the other team, losing both the game and, seemingly, his girl’s respect. (19:20–20:22)

Coach: “You ran the wrong way. You just won the game for the other team!”
Riley: “What a revolting development this is.” (20:14–20:22)

6. Resolution: The Truth Comes Out

• Riley, despondent, learns from Shrimpy (the water boy) about the anonymous note and realizes he was set up.
• He confronts Clinton, who brags about the practical joke in front of Peg. Peg defends Riley, declaring him honest if not too bright, and finally realizes Clinton's duplicity. (22:42–23:03)

Peg: “Chester isn’t crooked. He’s just stupid.” (23:02, Peg)

• Riley, gaining Peg’s support, finally stands up to Clinton, knocking him into an ash can—a triumphant and comedic ending to the rivalry. (23:20–23:45)

Riley: “When I get through with you, you’ll be able to hang your hat on the back of your neck—that’s where your nose is gonna be!” (23:33, Riley)

• Peg kisses Riley, signifying their bond, and Riley is elated, confident their future together is secured. (24:10–24:24)

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Memorable Quotes & Moments

• "Maybe someday I'll grow on him. You'll see. Someday I'll be a big success." (06:39, Riley, hoping to win over Peg's father)
• "Peggy, when you look at me like that, I could do anything." (08:11, Riley, on Peg's motivational effect)
• "It ain't nice to worry a woman until after you're married to her." (13:12, Riley's advice to Junior)
• "Marriage is just like football. First you engage—that's a long huddle. Then there's the wedding ceremony—that's the kickoff...when your mother-in-law moves in, that's interference." (26:43, Riley, comparing football to marriage)

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Important Timestamps

• [01:19] – Junior’s troubles are discussed
• [03:44] – Riley begins his flashback
• [07:08] – Clinton’s challenge and Peg’s wager
• [09:02] – Clinton’s prank as “No Dice Noonan”
• [16:00] – The anonymous note sows distrust
• [17:26] – Start of the big game
• [20:14] – Riley scores for the wrong team
• [22:42] – The practical joke is revealed
• [23:31] – Riley confronts and defeats Clinton
• [24:17] – Peg kisses Riley: love triumphs

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Tone & Language

The episode features Riley’s characteristic blend of slapstick, wordplay, and warmth. Humor is gentle and family-friendly, focusing on misunderstandings and the earnest, bumbling way Riley tries to do right by his family. Peg’s faith in Riley and Shrimpy’s innocent support add a wholesome tone, while Riley’s frequent malapropisms and dramatic angst bring the laughs.

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Conclusion

The Life of Riley “The Football Game” serves up a perfect slice of 1940s American comedy—romantic mishaps, youthful sportsmanship, clever mischief, and good old-fashioned family affection. With memorable gags, endearing characters, and the moral that honesty (and maybe a little luck) wins out in the end, this episode remains a charming exemplar of Golden Age radio.

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Transcript

[A]

Hello. Oh, hello, Frank. Did you hear the good news? Boy, I'm the happiest man in the world. Yes, it arrived five minutes ago. Cutest little thing you ever saw. Seven pounds, four ounces. No, it's not a boy. It's not a girl either. It's a radio. Now I can hear. The Life of Riley. Teal t e e l teal the amazing liquid dentifrice. That's it. T e e l. Teal the Amazing Liquid Dinafrice brings you the Life of Riley with William Bendix as Riley. Remember, friends, for beautiful smiles. It's t e e l teal and just for laughs, it's r I l e y riley and the life of riley. Life as the head of a family may be a bowl of cherries, but Chester A. Riley usually gets the pits. His current problem concerns his 13 year old son, Junior. Right now, Mrs. Riley is telling the head of the house the details.

[B]

And tonight he didn't eat a bite of dinner.

[C]

Yeah, I noticed that, dumpling.

[B]

And for the past few days he's been very moody. So today I decided that I'd try to find out what he's got on his mind.

[C]

That's the trouble with that boy, always thinking. He certainly don't get it from me.

[B]

Oh, it's his girlfriend, Marilyn he's worried about. You see, Marilyn likes another boy who's playing football against Junior on Saturday. And the winning school's gonna have a victory dance. Well, if Junior's team loses, Marilyn's going with the other boy.

[C]

I knew there was a woman at the bottom of this. Women, the root of all evil. And Junior's too young to go around pulling up roots. I gotta have a talk with that boy.

[B]

Now, don't you let on I told you.

[C]

Oh, no, no, I won't. I'm just gonna tell him about the time that a girl put me on a spot like that. But I taught her a lesson she'll never forget.

[B]

Oh, yes. What did you do?

[C]

I. Marri. Hiya, Junior. How's John J. Buskowitz? Junior High school star quarterback?

[B]

Oh, hello, Pop.

[C]

Do you mind if I sit on the curb next to you?

[B]

No.

[C]

Oh, there's nothing like sitting on a curbstone when you want to think. Kind of brings your brains down to earth. Got a big game Saturday.

[B]

Yeah?

[C]

Well, you're not nervous about it?

[B]

Oh. Oh, no, not me.

[A]

Good.

[C]

I. I knew a fella once. Great football player, too. One time he got very nervous before a game. Did.

[B]

Did I know him?

[C]

Not at the time.

[B]

Well, what made him Nervous?

[C]

What makes any man nervous? Girls of the female type. Oh, it's quite a story, Junior. Once upon a time there was a prince of a fellow whose name, by an odd coincident, was Riley. And he lived with his mother in a far off land where the people were different than other people. This land was called Brooklyn. One day during the football season, this fellow.

[B]

Chester.

[C]

Yeah, Mom?

[B]

What are you doing with my iron?

[C]

I'm heating it up. I'm gonna press my pants.

[B]

What for? You ain't graduating high school for three years yet. Maybe four the way you're going.

[C]

Yeah, I know, but I, I, I got kind of a appointment tonight.

[B]

Oh, that girl of yours again?

[C]

Oh, cut it out, Mom. I ain't exactly kinda good.

[B]

Ah, don't tell me, you big oxy. You have a date with the same girl seven nights a week?

[C]

Only once a week, Mom. The other six nights I just walked past her house. Her name's Peg and she's beautiful.

[B]

Ah, stop thinking about girls and get your mind on something sensible, like football. Go work out on the punching bag. You need a good left hook in the scrimmage.

[C]

They got a new rule now, Mom. No more slugging.

[B]

They're ruining the game with the new rules. In your father's day, they had only one rule. Never kick a man who's down unless you're sure he can't get up.

[C]

What did you say, Mom?

[B]

Oh, forget it, you love sick goof. Go wash that face of yours. I'll press your pants. Oh, you're awful quiet tonight, Chester. You thinking about somebody?

[C]

Yeah, Peg, somebody.

[B]

Anybody I know?

[C]

Yeah, your father. Gee, I. I wish your father liked me.

[B]

Oh, don't let's talk about Papa. It's a beautiful night, isn't it?

[C]

Yeah, and these are certainly wonderful steps.

[B]

Oh, they're just like all the rest of the block.

[C]

They ain't. The others ain't got you on them.

[B]

Jess, dear, what a pretty speed.

[C]

I'm full of them. Only if they all get tangled up in my tonsils.

[B]

Well, maybe instead of sitting way over on that side of the steps, if you came and sat next to me, it would help you to talk.

[C]

I better not. Peggy, you don't know me. When I get started, if I come over there, the next thing I'll be trying to put my arm around.

[B]

Well, I could let you know if I didn't like it.

[C]

Oh, Peggy. What?

[A]

You said.

[B]

There's somebody at the window.

[A]

Margaret.

[B]

Yes, Papa?

[A]

Are you alone out there?

[B]

Well, practically.

[A]

Remember what I told you about that rally. Boy, I don't want that ward around here.

[B]

Dear. I'm sorry, Chester Hart.

[C]

That's okay. It ain't your fault he called me a wart. Maybe someday I'll grow on him. You'll see. Someday I'll be a big success.

[B]

Oh, sure you will.

[C]

And someday. Peggy, I, I.

[B]

Yes, Chester? Someday you'll what?

[C]

Well, I. Well, I. Oh, look, here comes that smart out of Clinton Badger.

[B]

Oh, and his brand new automo.

[C]

Show off driving a Model T.

[A]

Hiya, Peggy.

[B]

Good evening, Clinton.

[C]

Good night, Clinton.

[A]

Pipe down, Riley. I'm talking to the lady.

[C]

Oh, yeah? Get back in that tin, Lizzy, you tin lizard.

[A]

Yeah, one more crack like that, Riley, and I'll tweak the end of your nose.

[C]

Afraid to come near me, huh?

[B]

Oh, stop, or I'll never speak to either of you again. Clinton, please go.

[A]

Okay, dream girl. But don't forget, kiddo, you and me got a date for that boat ride Sunday.

[C]

Peg, you're not going on a boat ride with him.

[B]

Well, it depends on who wins the game Saturday. Clinton made me bet him that if his team won, I'd go with him.

[C]

Peg, it ain't nice for girls to make Betsy.

[B]

Oh, but, Chester, your team's gonna win, isn't it? You told me it was. You will win for. For me.

[C]

Peggy, when you look at me like that, I could do anything.

[B]

You're awful sweet, Chester. Now, close your eyes.

[C]

Why? I ain't sleepy.

[B]

Callie, you silly. There. For good luck.

[C]

Ted, you kissed me.

[B]

Oh, boy. Oh, boy.

[C]

Barbara.

[B]

Yes, Papa?

[A]

Come in the house at once. Get rid of that big baboon.

[C]

Baboon? I'd better go. He knows it's me.

[A]

What'd you say, Clinton?

[C]

How about a game of pool?

[A]

Nah, Chuck, I got to make a fool. I just got a hot idea to make sure we win Saturday's game.

[B]

Yeah?

[A]

How, Clint? Well, I'm going to make a monkey out of a Satan monkey named Riley. I'm going to phone this Riley, see, and make believe I'm no Dice Noonan. A big gambler. Come on. I'll fix this Riley's wagon once and for all.

[C]

Kiss me again. Kiss me again. Kiss me again and again. Kiss me again. Oh, hello.

[A]

I want to talk to a kid named Riley. Top floor.

[C]

Oh, this is Riley. I was just coming in. Who's this?

[A]

This is no Dice Noonan. You hide a me, ain't you?

[C]

Yes, sir, Mr. Noonan. When did you get out? I mean, welcome home, Mr. Noonan.

[A]

Listen, kid, we got a lot of dough bet on that game. You're Playing Saturday, see?

[C]

Don't worry, Mr. Nooser. I'll. I'll win for you.

[A]

Wrong, chump. You're gonna lose for me.

[C]

Lose?

[A]

You heard me. The mob is betting on you to lose. And you better lose, see? Or else.

[C]

Or? Or else?

[A]

Or else you'll be taking a dive off the dock in a cement bathing suit. How'd you like that, Riley?

[C]

Oh, I wouldn't. Even without cement, my mother don't let me dive off docks.

[A]

Well, and don't forget, lose or else.

[C]

Well, I.

[A]

Wait a minute.

[C]

Wait. Hello? Hello? Gee, what a choice I gotta make. If I lose, my girl will look up at me and say, chester, don't speak to me. And if I win, she'll look down at me and say, chester, speak to me.

[A]

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[B]

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[A]

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[C]

So you see, Junior, this fellow Riley didn't dare win, and he didn't dare lose. If he lost, his girl would go on a boat ride with Clinton. And if he won, she'd go to a funeral with Riley.

[B]

But, Pop, why didn't he tell his girl what he was up against?

[C]

Junior, it ain't nice to worry a woman until after you're married to her. In fact, this Riley wouldn't even tell his mother. Though his mother kind of suspected something was eating him. Because he wasn't.

[B]

Why, Chester.

[C]

Yeah, Mom?

[B]

Don't you like what I cooked for your supper?

[C]

Oh, sure, Mom. Sure. Boy, what wonderful spare ribs.

[B]

That's your fingers you're chewing.

[C]

Oh. Oh, yeah. I'd better wipe off the ketchup.

[B]

What's the matter with you?

[C]

I don't know, Mom. Lately I'm a nervous wretch.

[B]

Well, settle down or you won't play a good game tomorrow.

[C]

Mom, that reminds me. I'm giving up football.

[B]

What? Give up football? Over my dead body.

[C]

No, over mine. I mean. I mean, it's too rough, Mom.

[B]

Chester Riley, I'm not raising any sissy. You're playing full back on that team tomorrow, and I'm going to be right there when you kick off.

[C]

Don't stop. Say, ah. Park the. The telephone. Maybe it's no dice, Noonan. Maybe he's changed his mind. Hello, Mr. Noonan?

[B]

Why, no, Chester, it's Peg.

[C]

Oh, Peg. I mean, oh, Peg.

[B]

Hello, Chester. Guess what? Papa's going to the game with me tomorrow. So you gotta be sure to win.

[C]

Well, listen, Peg, Suppose, just suppose, mind you, that we lost the game.

[B]

Why, Chester Riley, you can't lose.

[C]

Oh, yes, we can.

[B]

Oh, you mustn't. Papa'd never stop laughing at you. And I'd have to go on the boat ride with that Clinton Badger. And are you sure you'll win?

[C]

Sure we'll win. We'll win if it kills. Kills me.

[B]

Oh, that'll be wonderful. Look, Papa, there's Chester's team over there.

[A]

What runts. And look at the hulking brute they have for a coach.

[B]

That's not the coach. That's Chester. He's a little bigger than some of his class. He was late for school one year.

[C]

Hey, are you Peg Winslow?

[B]

Yes.

[C]

Here's a note for you.

[A]

Just a minute. Let me see that. Who's that from? I don't know, mister. A guy said give it to her.

[B]

Why, Papa, it's for Me?

[C]

Quiet.

[A]

I'll see if I want you to read it. What's this? Dear Ms. Winslow, don't let your father bet on Riley's team. Riley is going to throw the game. The crook signed a friend. You hear that, Margaret?

[B]

Oh, it's a lie.

[A]

I always knew that Riley couldn't be trusted.

[B]

Well, I trust him. And he'll win. You'll see. Oh, look, there goes Chester's team into a cuddle.

[C]

Not cuddle, huddle.

[A]

I tell you, that Riley doesn't look like my idea of a football. Now listen, fellas, before the game begins, I. Riley.

[C]

Yeah, Coach?

[A]

What are you so nervous about, Riley?

[C]

I, I, I, I ain't nervous.

[A]

Then take that football out of your mouth. Now, listen, boys, we'll go over that new play once more. Here it is. Johnson snaps the ball to Marco, the halfback. Marco fakes a pass to Stevens but throws it to Janowski, who hands it to you. And you kick from the end zone. Got it, Riley?

[C]

Yeah, yeah. Johnson snaps, Marco's back in half and throws him to Janoski. And then I kick Janoski in the end zone.

[A]

No, no, no. Listen once more. Riley Johnson snaps the ball back to Marco, who fakes the pass.

[B]

What's holding things up, Papa?

[A]

Ah.

[C]

Ah.

[A]

They're going to kick off. Now we'll see who's right about Riley.

[B]

Look, Chester's gonna catch the ball. He's got it. Oh, he dropped it. Oh, Chester.

[A]

I told you so. Fumbled on purpose. Look, Clinton's picked up the ball. There goes Clinton.

[B]

Oh. Oh. Chester fell down and Clinton stepped on him.

[A]

Attaboy, Clinton. Look at him. He's over. Clinton made a touchdown.

[B]

Don't you care? Riley, I still think you're the best player our school ever had.

[C]

Thanks, Shrimpy. And you're the best water boy we ever had, Shrimpy. What's the score now?

[B]

14. 14. End of the first half. Our team made two touchdowns after the coach took you out.

[C]

Yeah, and their team made two before he took me out. My girl will never look at me again.

[B]

Why, sure she will. Say that Clinton Badger's over talking to her now.

[C]

Just sneak visiting my girl in front of all these people.

[B]

Well, show him up. Riley. Go out and make a couple of touchdowns too, like he did.

[C]

You're right, kid. I'll show him. Hey. Yeah. Hey, Coach.

[A]

Well, what do you want?

[C]

Please, Coach, put me back in the game.

[A]

Sit down on that bench.

[C]

No, no, don't keep me on the bench. Send me in.

[A]

I'd rather send in the bench.

[C]

Please, Coach. You Gotta give me a chance. I'll win that game for us, I swear.

[A]

Well, all right. Go on in, Riley. But this time, use your brain.

[C]

Yes, sir. I've been resting it up all season just for this.

[A]

Only 10 seconds to play and the score's still tied. What a game.

[B]

Come on, chester. Please. Please. Signals.

[C]

46, 23, 18.

[B]

Hey. Oh, my. Papa. Chester's running.

[A]

Stop him. Stop him.

[B]

No. Run, Chester, run.

[A]

What's that idiot doing zigzagging through both teams? He's all mixed up.

[B]

Oh, he is not. He's running in circles of foolin. Look, he's got away. He's all alone with the ball.

[A]

Stop him.

[C]

Stop him.

[B]

Oh, he can't. Oh, look at him run. Oh, goody, he's over. Chester made a touchdown.

[C]

Oh, boy, oh, boy. I done it. I done it.

[A]

Riley, do you realize what you've done?

[C]

Why, sure, Coach. I won the game. Listen to him cheering me.

[A]

That's the other side cheering. You ran the wrong way. You just won the game for the other team.

[C]

What a revolting development this is. What a game.

[B]

I got all your clothes in a bundle, Riley.

[C]

Thanks, Shrimpy. Well, I. I guess I better go home.

[B]

Well, gee, Riley, you'd better say goodnight to the team first.

[C]

Oh, yeah, they. They think I was pretty rude. Well, well. Good night, Coach. Good night, Joe. See you later, Janowski. Good night, Elmer. Good night, Fell.

[B]

Riley, it's dark. You oughta go home.

[C]

Lemme alone, Shrimpy. I ain't never going home.

[B]

Oh, listen, Riley, I found a note. Your girl dropped it. You want it?

[C]

It ain't polite to read other people's notes. Let me see it.

[B]

Here.

[C]

Dear Ms. Winslow, don't let your father bet on Riley's team. He's gonna throw the game. Throw it. Throw it. I did not throw. Come on, Shrimpy, I gotta see Peg. I gotta tell her I didn't.

[B]

Wait, Wally, look. Your girl, man. Clinton sitting on our front steps.

[C]

Yeah, yeah, look at him. He's sitting on what I usually sit on. Listen, Adam laughing.

[A]

Well, Peggy, you heard what your old man said. Made a best man win, and he did. Oh, I'd like to see Riley's face right now.

[C]

If he don't stop hanging around my girl, he'll see my face on the end of his fist.

[A]

Listen, Peg, this will kill you. You know why Riley played such a dopey game? He was nervous. See, last week he got a phone call from a gambler who told him if he won, they'd dump him in the East River.

[B]

How does he know now, listen to me, Clinton. Badger, if you're saying Chester deliberately threw that game, just save your breath. Chester isn't crooked. He's just stupid.

[C]

She's defending me. She's defending me.

[B]

Don't you get it, honey?

[A]

It wasn't a gambler called Riley at all.

[B]

It was a joke. See, the gambler was me. You?

[A]

Him.

[C]

Derek. Let go of me, Shrimpy. I heard enough.

[B]

Oh, Chester.

[C]

So it was you, huh, Badger?

[A]

Keep away from me, Riley.

[B]

There's ladies present. Oh, is that so? Listen, Chester, if you don't punch him, I'll. I'll punch you.

[C]

Thanks, Peg. Put up your dukes, Badger.

[A]

No, no.

[B]

Cut it out, Riley.

[C]

When I get through with you, you'll be able to hang your hat on the back of your neck. That's where your nose is gonna be. Thanks.

[B]

Wait.

[C]

Where'd he go?

[B]

Oh, Chester, you knocked him into an ash can. Are you gonna leave him like that?

[C]

Of course not. I'm gonna put the lid up.

[B]

Oh, gee, Riley, you were great.

[C]

Thanks, Shrimpy.

[B]

Well, Shrimpy, you know what they say. Two's company, three's a crowd.

[C]

Oh, yeah, yeah. I'll go, Peg.

[B]

Chester, you dope, come here. There.

[C]

You kissed me, Peg. That's twice you kissed me. I guess now we'll have to get married.

[B]

Well, someday. If you're sure you want me, Chester.

[C]

Oh. Oh, sure, I'm sure. I'm going right home and tell my mother. Oh, boy, I feel like I'm floating in the air. Good night, Peggy. Good night, Shrimpy. Oh, I almost forgot. Good night, Clinton.

[A]

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[B]

Well, Pop, that story you told me sure helped. I Made three touchdowns and Maryland.

[C]

Marilyn. What?

[B]

Well, Marilyn kissed me.

[C]

Marilyn kissed you? Tough luck, Junior. That's the beginning of the end.

[B]

Oh, Riley, I don't think we ought to let Junior play football. It's such a dangerous game.

[C]

Well, it's good training for a boy. Prepares him for marriage.

[B]

Marriage?

[C]

Well, sure. Marriage is just like football. First you engage. That's a long huddle. Then there's the wedding ceremony. That's the kickoff. You bring home your first pay envelope and you get tackled. Then when your mother in law moves in, that's interference. But don't get me wrong, dumplin. I love the game. Folks, this is William Bendix reminding you that our nation in peace has much to gain from the acquired skills of servicemen and women. Almost every single service acquired skill is in some way related to civilian occupations. For example, an aerial gunner can qualify for civilian jobs of locksmith, meter repairman, testing machine operator, instrument repairman and many others. So veterans and employers investigate the possibilities offered by service acquired skills. Good night.

[A]

Makers of Teal, the amazing Liquid Dentifrist invites you to be their guest next week to hear the Life of Riley with William Bendix as Riley. William Bendix appears by arrangement with Hal Roach. The Life of Riley is produced by Irving Brecher and is directed by Don Bernard. Music by Lou Kozlov. Tonight's class included Paula Winslow, Scotty Beckett, Jerry Hausner, Ken Christie, Tommy Cook and Jane Morgan. So until next week at the same time, this is Ken Carpenter saying good night for Teal. And remember, for laughs, it's R I L E Y. Riley. For lovely smiles, it's T E E L. Teal. Teal, the amazing liquid Dentifrice protects teeth beautifully. Good night. Here's a gal with a message and only 30 seconds to get it across. Okay, let's go.

[B]

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[A]

Only 10 seconds left.

[B]

Well, that's all I need. Friends. The thing to remember is with Ivory Flakes Care, you'll get up to twice the wear.

[A]

Hey, you still got two seconds.

[B]

Then I'll say it again. With Ivory Flakes Care, you'll get up to twice the wear.

[A]

This is the National Broadcasting Company.