Ozzie and Harriet 45-09-02 (040) The Dripping Faucet

Summary

Podcast Summary: "Ozzie and Harriet 45-09-02 (040) The Dripping Faucet"

Podcast Information:

• Title: Harold's Old Time Radio
• Host/Author: Harolds Old Time Radio
• Episode: Ozzie and Harriet 45-09-02 (040) The Dripping Faucet
• Release Date: June 29, 2025

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Introduction to the Nelson Household

The episode opens with the iconic Nelson couple, Ozzie and Harriet, setting the stage at their residence on 1847 Rogers Road. The serene nighttime ambiance is portrayed through sounds like crickets and distant city noises, establishing a quiet household ready for rest.

Notable Quote:

• Harriet Nelson (00:37): "It's two o' clock in the morning and all we can hear are the customary sounds of night."

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The Dripping Dilemma

As the night progresses, Harriet notices a dripping faucet that threatens to disrupt their sleep. She implores Ozzie to address the issue, but his reluctance sparks a humorous exchange about chivalry and domestic responsibilities.

Notable Quotes:

• Harriet Nelson (01:39): "He sure falls asleep fast. Well, I may as well go to sleep myself."
• Ozzie Nelson (02:22): "I don't hear a thing."

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A Failed Fix and the Emergence of Flood

Ozzie's attempt to fix the faucet leads to unintended consequences—a small flood engulfs their home. The escalating situation brings tension and comedy as the household grapples with the unexpected mess.

Notable Quotes:

• Harriet Nelson (07:36): "Something must have happened with that faucet."
• Ozzie Nelson (08:09): "Well, even the greatest of scientists... often overlook matters of less magnitude."

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Introducing the Lady Plumber

In the wake of the flood, the Nelsons seek professional help. A competent and charming lady plumber arrives, challenging traditional gender roles and adding a fresh dynamic to the storyline. Her interactions with Ozzie and Harriet provide both humor and progressive undertones.

Notable Quotes:

• Ozzie Nelson (22:50): "I'm sorry I was so confused, but... most plumbers are men and you're quite the opposite."
• Lady Plumber (26:18): "I'm the kind of plumber that doesn't believe in taking chances."

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Humorous Mishaps and Resolution

Despite the lady plumber's expertise, the situation remains chaotic. Ozzie's antics and the plumber's professionalism lead to a series of comedic events, highlighting the challenges of household repairs and interpersonal relationships.

Notable Quotes:

• Ozzie Nelson (26:57): "Oh, what a day this has been. Sure is good to get in bed."
• Harriet Nelson (27:17): "Seems an awful lot to go through just to stop a dripping faucet."

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Product Promotion: 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate

Interwoven within the narrative is a promotional segment for 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate. Harriet eloquently extols the virtues of the silverware, emphasizing its craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal, seamlessly blending the storyline with marketing.

Notable Quotes:

• Harriet Nelson (15:21): "America's finest silver plate is 1847 Rogers Brothers."
• Mr. Smith (28:32): "I've been hearing so much about 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver plate."

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Musical Interlude: The King Sisters

The episode features a charming performance by the King Sisters, providing a melodious break from the comedic chaos. Their song, rich in harmonies, adds an authentic Golden Age radio feel to the episode.

Notable Quotes:

• King Sisters (16:40): [Sung lyrics] "If you ain't wrong you're right if it ain't dark it's light..."

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Conclusion and Final Reflections

As the day concludes, the Nelsons reflect on the night's events with a mix of relief and amusement. The episode wraps up with a return to the tranquil household, hinting at lessons learned and the enduring bond between Ozzie and Harriet.

Notable Quotes:

• Harriet Nelson (27:25): "What A routine. The new wash bowl and the new tub that you had to get to match the wash bowl."
• Ozzie Nelson (27:56): "I hear a dripping noise too. We had a whole new sink put in and I still hear that dripping noise."

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Closing Remarks and Broadcast Information

The episode concludes with a traditional radio sign-off, highlighting the collaborative efforts of various contributors and reinforcing the show's connection to its audience through broad broadcasting networks.

Notable Quotes:

• Ozzie Nelson (30:14): "International Silver Company of 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate. Invite you to listen again next Sunday..."
• Harriet Nelson (31:14): "It."

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Key Themes and Insights

1. Domestic Harmony and Conflict:

   • The interplay between Ozzie and Harriet showcases the balance of humor and tension in marital relationships, especially when faced with everyday challenges.

2. Gender Roles and Progression:

   • The introduction of a capable female plumber challenges traditional stereotypes, reflecting societal shifts and promoting gender equality.

3. Humor in Problem-Solving:

   • The comedic mishaps surrounding the faucet and subsequent flood highlight the lighter side of dealing with household issues.

4. Seamless Integration of Advertising:

   • The promotion of 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate is skillfully woven into the narrative, maintaining engagement without disrupting the storyline.

5. Community and Support:

   • Interactions with characters like Tyrone and Gloria emphasize the importance of community assistance and support networks.

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Conclusion

"Ozzie and Harriet 45-09-02 (040) The Dripping Faucet" offers a delightful blend of humor, family dynamics, and subtle product promotion, all set against the nostalgic backdrop of the Golden Age of Radio. Through its engaging characters and relatable scenarios, the episode not only entertains but also reflects broader societal themes, making it a memorable addition to Harold's Old Time Radio collection.

Transcript

[Ozzie Nelson]

America's finest silver plate is 1847 Rogers Brothers.

[Harriet Nelson]

From Hollywood International Silver Company, creators of.

[Ozzie Nelson]

1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate presents the adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. Starring young America's favorite couple, Ozzie Nelson and Harriet Hill.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, let's look in and see what The Nelsons of 1847 Rogers Road are doing. It's quite late at night. So late I can't even see what time it is. Oh, thank you. It's two o' clock in the morning and all we can hear are the customary sounds of night. The grandfather's clock in the hall. A couple of crickets chirping on the lawn. The distant screams of the pedestrians on Sunset Boulevard. We tiptoe up the carpeted stairs and peek into the bedroom. Aren't we devils? The stillness there is interrupted only by the gentle ticking of the clock. Wait a minute. I think I hear Harriet's voice.

And I think I really should get that hat because I haven't had a thing to wear with my navy blue outfit. Except that old hat I bought last year. Besides, that really doesn't go with my navy blue anyhow.

Ozzie replies.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh.

[Harriet Nelson]

He sure falls asleep fast. Well, I may as well go to sleep myself. Oh, goodness. The faucet in the bathroom's dripping. I'll never fall asleep now. Ozzie. Ozzie, dear, wake up.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Good night, dear.

[Harriet Nelson]

Ozzy, there's a drip in the bathroom. I say there's a drip in the bathroom.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Doesn't he know this is a private home?

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, please, dear. It's a faucet in the bathroom. Would you get up and shut it off? It'll keep us awake all night.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I don't hear a thing. Good night, dear.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, honey, I'm sure the faucet is dripping. Aren't you gonna get up and turn it off?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Let's wait until the next time you hear burglars and then I can get up for both of them at the same time.

[Harriet Nelson]

Ozzie and May flood the bathroom. We could both be drowned in our sleep.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Okay, okay. Go to the closet. On the top shelf there's a box. Get it.

[Harriet Nelson]

What's in it?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Water wings.

[Harriet Nelson]

Very funny. Very funny. You mean you're not going to turn off the faucet?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, darling, it isn't bothering me. Why should I bother it? Live and let live, I always say.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, you dog.

[Ozzie Nelson]

And let sleeping dogs lie.

[Harriet Nelson]

You mean to say you can sleep with that going on?

[Ozzie Nelson]

I told you, I don't hear any dripping.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, for goodness sakes. Listen.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I don't hear a Thing.

[Gloria]

There.

[Harriet Nelson]

Did you hear that?

[Ozzie Nelson]

I don't hear a thing. It must be your imagination. I didn't hear that one either.

[Harriet Nelson]

Ozzie Nelson. You know you hear it just as well as I do.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Okay, the faucet is dripp little. So what? I'm tired.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, so you won't do a little thing like shutting off the faucet for me? The day of chivalry is certainly dead. In those days, a man had never let his wife do any menial work.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Listen, if these were the days of chivalry, I'd probably be a knight. Wouldn't I not have to go out and fight dragons and things? Wouldn't I?

[Harriet Nelson]

I suppose so.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, if I'm out fighting dragons, wouldn't you have to get up and shut off the faucet, do you?

[Harriet Nelson]

That's not one bit funny. I'm not kidding. This is going a little too far. You don't love me anymore.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, darling, where's your sense of humor? Of course I love you, and you know it. I love you more than anything in the whole wide world. I think you're the most wonderful wife a man ever had. Now go and shut off the water.

[Harriet Nelson]

I will not. Floor is cold and you know it.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, it's cold on my little piggy wiggies too, you know. I tell you what I'll do. I'll show you that chivalry isn't dead. I'll be a gentleman about it. I'll play you gin rummy. Loser goes gin rummy.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, we haven't got any cards.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I'll get the cards. Where's the light? Oh, there. The cards here in the dresser. Harriet.

[Harriet Nelson]

I think they're in the hall table.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, they're not here, Harriet.

[Harriet Nelson]

Try the medicine cabinet in the bathroom.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Funny place for cards in the bathroom.

[Harriet Nelson]

And while you're there, turn off the faucet.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, okay.

[Tyrone]

There.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Harriet, I can't find the cards here.

[Harriet Nelson]

Never mind the cards.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Never mind. But how are we gonna decide who? I've been tricked, and by my own wife too.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, anyway, dear, the faucet is shut off.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I might as well admit it was beginning to bother me too. Boy, I'm sleepy. Oh, this bed feels good.

[Harriet Nelson]

Thank you very much, dear.

[Ozzie Nelson]

No, nothing at all.

[Harriet Nelson]

I'm sorry I tricked you, Ozzy.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, that's all right.

[Harriet Nelson]

Now we can sleep.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, good, Ozzy.

[Harriet Nelson]

Good night, dear.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Good night. Oh, for the love of Mike.

[Harriet Nelson]

Obstinate little gadget, isn't it?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Wait a minute. I got an idea.

[Harriet Nelson]

Where are you going? What are you gonna do?

[Tyrone]

I'll be right back. There.

[Ozzie Nelson]

That did it.

[Harriet Nelson]

What'd you do, honey?

[Ozzie Nelson]

I must admit that I fixed that leak with a simple little device that the average husband wouldn't have thought of.

[Harriet Nelson]

What'd you do, leave a finger there?

[Ozzie Nelson]

No, no, it's a very simple psychological matter. Since I couldn't stop the drip, I merely turned the water on a little harder. And since a steady stream of water makes little or no noise. Presto. I have eliminated the disturbing elements.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, Ozzy, you're wonderful.

[Ozzie Nelson]

And if you should hear the gentle flowing of the water, just imagine you're out camping by a mountain stream and you'll fall right off to sleep.

[Harriet Nelson]

Darling, sometimes I think you're an absolute genius.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, maybe you're right at that. Good night, dear. Oh, gosh, it's morning already.

[Harriet Nelson]

Ah, I just woke up too. It's a lovely day.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, might as well hop out of bed and get dressed. Holy smokes. This is the worst early morning fog in history. Harriet, the room is flooded.

[Harriet Nelson]

Flooded?

[Tyrone]

Yes.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Hurry, get dressed.

[Tyrone]

Quick.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Grab your shoes as they float by.

[Harriet Nelson]

Something must have happened with that faucet. You better get to the bathroom and see what's wrong.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, I just happened to think of something. Harriet, remember last night when I figured out a way to stop that drip by letting the water run a little faster?

[Gloria]

Yes.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, even the greatest of scientists on the eve of world shaking discoveries often overlook matters of less magnitude in their zeal and absorption.

[Harriet Nelson]

You mean you left the stopper in the sink?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Right.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, Mr. Scientist, you'll just have to get busy and clean up this mess before you get any breakfast today.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Okay. It's my own fault and I'm perfectly willing to take the consequences. But how am I going to get rid of all this water? Shall I get an 1847 Rogers brother's silver plated spoon and ladle it up?

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, you could, dear, but a simpler way would be a pail and two mops.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, I don't know much about this. What do I do with the mops?

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, just make believe it's New Year's Eve.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Make believe it's New Year's Eve.

[Harriet Nelson]

Just ring out the old and ring in the new.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, wow. What a job that was.

[Harriet Nelson]

Morning, Pop.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Hello, David.

[Harriet Nelson]

Ready for breakfast now, dear? Yep, all through upstairs. Didn't take you so long after all.

[Ozzie Nelson]

No, just three and a half hours. I am now an expert on mopping up operations.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, here's your breakfast.

[Ozzie Nelson]

There. I'll just have the toast and the eggs.

[Harriet Nelson]

Don't you want the orange Juice, please.

[Ozzie Nelson]

No liquids.

[Harriet Nelson]

Will you excuse me, dear? I want to call a plumber to come over and fix a faucet.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, you're not serious, are you?

[Harriet Nelson]

Of course I am.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, you don't think I'd be so idiotic as to have a plumber come all the way over here just to fix a leaky faucet.

[Harriet Nelson]

Why not? Last week you called in an electrician just to change an electric light bulb.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Go ahead, make fun of me.

[Harriet Nelson]

What do you think I'm doing now? No, honestly, honey, you're a very, very, very clever fellow and I love you dearly, but there's no sense in having the house wash away.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Now, Harriet, stop talking nonsense. House wash away? We have a little flood around here and everybody gets frightened to death.

[Harriet Nelson]

Nobody was frightened.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, no? Then who hung those water wings in the bathroom?

[Harriet Nelson]

Those aren't water wings.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh.

[Harriet Nelson]

Gloria's probably waiting to clear away these dishes. Oh, Gloria. Gloria.

[Gloria]

Did you call me, Mrs. Nelson?

[Harriet Nelson]

Yes, I did. Gloria, we're finished breakfast. Hey, by the way, your room is exactly under ours. Did the water leak through?

[Gloria]

Well, the water leaked through, but nothing got wet. You see, I sleep with my mouth open.

[Ozzie Nelson]

You mean you swallowed the water?

[Gloria]

Well, I don't know. But come to think of it, this morning when I ate a piece of toast, I could hear it splash. Tell me, Mrs. Nelson, how did the flood start?

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, Mr. Nelson thought it'd be nice to let the water run and dream we were out camping beside a mountain stream.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, sure, it was all my fault.

[Gloria]

I went camping once, way up on a mountaintop.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, my, that sounds romantic.

[Gloria]

Oh, it was romantic. One night I was sitting under the stars and someone sat down beside me and he put his arm around me and we sat there, not saying a word, just looking at the stars. And then the moon came up just in time.

[Ozzie Nelson]

What do you mean?

[Gloria]

Five minutes more and I'd have been engaged to a grizzly bear.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, it must have been frightening when the moon came up and you were sitting there with a grizzly bear.

[Gloria]

It must have been. He ran like everything. Well, I hope the flood in the house didn't do too much damage.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, I don't think so. Nothing really serious.

[Gloria]

You should have seen that water dripping down the stairs this morning.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, I'm sorry you didn't wake us, Gloria. Try to remember. Always call us anytime you see anything unusual in the house.

[Gloria]

Well, that's not so unusual.

[Harriet Nelson]

My goodness, if water dripping down the stairs isn't unusual, what is?

[Gloria]

Water dripping up the stairs.

[Harriet Nelson]

I see what you Mean. Well, Gloria, be prepared for anything around here this morning, because Mr. Nelson insists he's going to fix the leak himself.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Mrs. Nelson's just jealous because she's not mechanically inclined. Are you mechanically inclined, Gloria?

[Gloria]

Oh, yes. I could go for a nice mechanic anytime.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, I wouldn't be surprised if we had to call on your boyfriend Elmer before Mr. Nelson's through.

[Gloria]

Oh, but Elmer's no good at fixing things.

[Harriet Nelson]

Why didn't you tell me the other day that Elmer was a handyman?

[Gloria]

I just meant that he only lives two blocks away. He's a handyman. Well, I better clean away these dishes now.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I better go upstairs and fix that leak.

[Harriet Nelson]

Can I go with you, Pop?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Now, you see that, Harriet? You're afraid I'm going to flood the house. But thank goodness. At least my son has confidence. Come on along, David.

[Harriet Nelson]

I'll be right with you, dad, as soon as I get my sailboat.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Yeah, it's really leaking, all right.

[Harriet Nelson]

Yeah, but are you sure you can fix it?

[Ozzie Nelson]

There's nothing to it, David. You just watch. There isn't anything your old man doesn't know about plumbing. I know this sink like a book. You can assist Daddy in the operation if you like.

[Harriet Nelson]

Gee, thanks, dad.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Now we go to work. Wrench. Wrench. Pliers.

[Harriet Nelson]

Pliers.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Screwdriver.

[Harriet Nelson]

Screwdriver.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Hammer.

[Gloria]

Hammer.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Iodine. I think maybe I better go with this a little different way. Aha.

[Lady Plumber]

Here we are.

[Ozzie Nelson]

This will take care of the old leak. Now watch, David. I just put the monkey wrench on this pipe and I twist it to the right. Turning to the right always shuts things off, David.

[Harriet Nelson]

Are you sure, dad?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Positive. That's how all pipes are made. Twisting to the right shuts them off. I hit the monkey wrench with a hammer. Now to turn it real hard, Pop.

[Harriet Nelson]

What if that loosens the whole thing up?

[Ozzie Nelson]

It won't, son.

[Harriet Nelson]

Are you sure, Pop?

[Ozzie Nelson]

I'm as sure of that as I am that tomorrow will be a beautiful day. That's California for you.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, as the Walrus might have said to the carpenter. Now it's my turn to speak to those of you who have been saving for the day when you could go to your silverware dealers, ask for 1847 Rogers Brothers silver plate and get it. That day will be here very soon, too. If you could see the town of Meriden, Connecticut, where The home of 1847 Rogers Brothers is, you'd be sure of that. For in Meriden today, the harsh, urgent clamor of war machinery has given place to the quiet hum of silversmithing. The skilled hands that broke all records turning out fighting weapons are again engaged in the task. They love the creation of America's finest silver plate. Soon the silver plate itself will be at your silverware dealers, as lovely in design, as incomparable in craftsmanship as always. We feel sure you'll want to wait that short while that before you buy any new silverware for your home. You'll want to see the famous silver plate of the 1847 Rogers brothers.

[Ozzie Nelson]

It's time for those lovely singing stars.

[Harriet Nelson]

The famous King sisters.

[King Sisters]

If you ain't wrong you're right if it ain't dark it's light if you ain't sure you might gotta be this or that if it ain't foolin it's blank if you don't spin you bang if it ain't me it's Frank Gotta be this or there but can it be if it ain't me I know it's not your mother can't you see it's got to be one way or another? Tell me what I must know if you don't like I'll go if it ain't yes it's more got to be this or that Is it big or small? Is it spring or fall? Is it fresh or fan? Is it fresh or kangaroo? Gotta know before I go Gotta be this or that Is it old or new? Is it me or you? Is it much or few? You're a sweeter to be so unfair Got to be this or that who can it be? If it ain't me it's surely not your mother can you believe it's got to be one way or another Tell me what I must know if you don't like I'll go if it ain't yes it's no gotta be this or that it's day or night it's black or white it is loose or tight Gotta be this or that Dog or cat Corny or spill still cat clean off baby Got to be this all.

[Lady Plumber]

Day.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Now back to Ozzy and Harriet. Well, things are sure in a mess.

[Harriet Nelson]

At the Nelson household at 1847 Rogers Road. Ozzy's attempt to fix something has led to complete disaster. Instead of fixing the leak in the pipe, Ozzy has succeeded in breaking it and causing a small sized flood. As our scene opens, our hero is entering a nearby plumbing shop.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Say, could you come up to our house right away? We got a busted pipe that needs fixing.

[Tyrone]

Well, I'll tell the boss about it.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, what about you? Aren't you a Plumber? Me?

[Tyrone]

No, I ain't no plumber. I'm just a plumber's helper. I ain't allowed to fix nothing. I'm only allowed to watch it being fixed.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, look, this is rather urgent.

[Tyrone]

Okay, okay. Just relax, mister. Give me your name and address. I'll put it on the list and as soon as the boss can look at it, you'll be taken of care. Care of? That's the best I can do.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, the name is Nelson and The address is 1847 Rogers Road. Try and rush it with you because it's an emergency.

[Tyrone]

Okay, okay.

[Ozzie Nelson]

You got that address, haven't you? 1847 Rogers Road.

[Tyrone]

Okay, okay. Everything is an emergency. The guy's got a little leak, so it's an emergency. Some people don't seem to realize there's a. Hey, wait a minute. The war's over. Hey, boss. Boss, here's another address for you to stop at. You better hurry. It's an emergency.

[Lady Plumber]

Nelson. 1847 Rogers Road. Thanks. I'll go right over. Yes, Mr. Nelson?

[Ozzie Nelson]

That's right.

[Lady Plumber]

Well, may I come in? You're next on my list.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I'm next on your list?

[Lady Plumber]

Yes. Didn't you send for a plumber?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, yes, but I, I, I, I, I.

[Lady Plumber]

Is, Is something the matter?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Well, I. I just wasn't expecting a lady plummet. Plummet? Tell me, have you plumbed long?

[Lady Plumber]

A few years. And I like it. When I started, I never thought I'd feel this way about plumbing.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I never thought I'd feel this way about a plumber.

[Lady Plumber]

Oh, I understand you have a broken pipe in the bathroom.

[Ozzie Nelson]

We have? Yes. Yes, of course.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, of course.

[Lady Plumber]

Didn't you call?

[Tyrone]

Pardon me, Bush. I got all the tools here.

[Lady Plumber]

Oh, thank you. Just lay them down there, Tyrone. And Tyrone, would you please find the water shut off?

[Tyrone]

Okay, boys.

[Lady Plumber]

And keep in touch with me.

[Tyrone]

Okay, boys.

[Ozzie Nelson]

I'm sorry I was so confused, but, well, it's just that most plumbers are men and you're. Well, you're quite the opposite.

[Lady Plumber]

Well, I'm sorry that I've upset you so.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, that's all right, really.

[Lady Plumber]

After all, in these times, sometimes women drive buses. They work on railroads. They use riveting machines. They do just about everything.

[Ozzie Nelson]

That's right. Who knows? Someday a few of them might even learn to cook.

[Lady Plumber]

Well, now, I. I think I'd really better get to work on that leaky pipe.

[Tyrone]

Tyrone calling the boss.

[Ozzie Nelson]

What's that?

[Lady Plumber]

Oh, that's our portable communication system. Sort of a walkie talkie. Saves us a lot of time. Boss to Tyrone. Come in, Tyrone.

[Tyrone]

I think I found that water shut off, boss. There's a knob here that looked like the opening to a coal chute. But then I remembered that in California they say they do have coal shoots here. Not there.

[Lady Plumber]

Keep trying. Tyrone.

[Harriet Nelson]

Is somebody here? Ozzy?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, yes, dear. It's the plumber.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, good. I'd like to watch it. Oh, are you the plumber?

[Lady Plumber]

That's right. I'm the plumber.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, you must tell me who does your hair. It's adorable.

[Lady Plumber]

Thank you. I'm glad you like it. I had my hair done at the Pierre Salon.

[Ozzie Nelson]

That type is.

[Lady Plumber]

Pierre specializes in lady plumbers. In fact, he calls this the lady plumber hairdo.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, well, it's really, really beautiful. That big pompadour in the center and the braids on each side. It's so romantic.

[Lady Plumber]

Yes, it represents a water boiler surrounded by stove pipes.

[Tyrone]

Tyrone calling the boss. Come in.

[Lady Plumber]

Yes, Tyrone, I think I found out.

[Tyrone]

Where the water shut off is. I'm down in the basement. And in here they got a sort of a den, you see. And in the corner of the den they got a small bar and there's some. Some corny pier.

[Harriet Nelson]

Look, I don't. I don't mean to be personal, but that perfume you're wearing, is that a Pierre creation too?

[Ozzie Nelson]

See, it's quite a leak.

[Lady Plumber]

And they've got a. Pierre didn't feel that those important perfumes fit my profession. You know, Temptation, Surrender. Follow me.

[Harriet Nelson]

And he made that special perfume for Lady Plummer.

[Lady Plumber]

That's right.

[Harriet Nelson]

What is it called?

[Lady Plumber]

Come here before I slug you.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, my, this Pierre sounds original.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Pardon me. That leak in the pipe, it's only covered by rags and.

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, my goodness, we forgot about the leak. Oh, dear.

[Lady Plumber]

Say, I wonder what happened to my helper. Tyrone calling Tyrone. Tyrone. Tyrone Appen. Where are you?

[Tyrone]

Tyrone, would you please inform our hostess that we are running out of ice cubes?

[Lady Plumber]

Oh, dear. Something tells me I'll have to fix this without Tyrone.

[Ozzie Nelson]

How you coming along?

[Lady Plumber]

Oh, fine, thanks. You know, Mr. Nelson, I'm the kind of plumber that doesn't believe in taking chances. Some plumbers might try fixing this by putting in another washer. Some plumbers might try fixing this by putting in another piece of pipe.

[Ozzie Nelson]

What are you doing?

[Lady Plumber]

Installing a new sink.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, what a day this has been. Sure is good to get in bed.

[Harriet Nelson]

You betcha. I never thought when I heard that faucet dripping last night that it would lead to such complete reconversion.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Oh, neither did I.

[Harriet Nelson]

What A routine. The new wash bowl and the new tub that you had to get to match the wash bowl.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Yeah, I know.

[Harriet Nelson]

Seems an awful lot to go through just to stop a dripping faucet. Oh, well, let's get some sleep, shall we?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Okay. Good night, dear.

[Harriet Nelson]

Good night.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Harriet?

[Harriet Nelson]

Yes, dear?

[Ozzie Nelson]

Do you hear anything?

[Harriet Nelson]

Not a thing.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Neither do I. Good night.

Ozzie and Harriet of 1847 Rogers Road.

[Harriet Nelson]

Will be back in just a moment. Meantime.

[Mr. Smith]

Oh, miss. Mr. Smith. Did you ever hear of that man Tantalus?

[Harriet Nelson]

Oh, you mean the character in Greek mythology. The fellow that had all that delicious food put before him, only it was always just out of his reach.

[Mr. Smith]

That's the man. And that's the way I feel too. I've been hearing so much about 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver plate. How unusual its designs are. How beautiful and rich looking it's got. So I dream about owning 1847 silver plate. And then I wake up and realize there isn't any to be had. It's very tantalizing, Mr. Smith.

[Harriet Nelson]

Well, it won't be tantalizing much longer. At least not in the same way. Pretty soon you will be able to buy this lovely silver plate. Then the tantalizing part will be which pattern to choose.

[Mr. Smith]

Well, the First Love pattern looks very beautiful in the pictures I've seen in the magazines.

[Harriet Nelson]

The pattern itself is even more beautiful. Notice when you see it, how richly raised the ornament is, how deeply etched. That kind of craftsmanship was formerly found only in solid silver. It took 1847 Rogers brothers to carry it out in silver plate.

[Mr. Smith]

I know. I've heard they've done some wonderful things with silver plate.

[Harriet Nelson]

Be patient a little longer and you can see what they've done firsthand. 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver plate will be at your silverware dealer soon. Wait until then. It's well worth waiting for, believe me.

Ozzy. Ozzy.

[Ozzie Nelson]

Yeah? I hear a dripping noise too. How do you like that? We had a whole new sink put in and I still hear that dripping noise. But Ozzie, I might have known better than to trust a woman plumber. She puts in a whole new sink and there goes that dripping noise again. Please, Harriet, don't try to protect her just cause you happen to be a woman too. I know a drip when I hear one. I'm plenty sore. Can you imagine?

[Harriet Nelson]

Ozzy, will you please look down at the end of the bed? Your hot water bottle's leaking.

[Ozzie Nelson]

International Silver Company of 1847 Rogers Brothers Silver Plate. Invite you to listen again next Sunday to the adventures of Ozzy and Harriet, with songs by the King Sisters and music by Ozzie Nelson's orchestra. And don't forget, America's finest silver plate is 1847 Rogers Brothers. This program originates in the Hollywood studios of the Columbia Broadcasting System and is also broadcast over the TransCanada network of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Corporation. This adventure of Ozzy and Harriet will be transmitted to our men and women overseas by shortwave and through the worldwide facilities of the Armed Forces Radio Service. Appearing in support of Ozzy and Harriet were B. Benedarit, John Brown, Joel Davis and Viola Vaughn. Original music was composed by Billy May. Vern Smith speaking. This is cbs, the Columbia broadcast.

[Harriet Nelson]

It.