Royal Gelatin Hour - 39-02-16 - Guest-Maurice Evans

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Podcast Summary: Royal Gelatin Hour - 39-02-16 - Guest-Maurice Evans

Release Date: March 23, 2025

Host: Rudy Valli
Guest: Maurice Evans as Sir John Falstaff
Other Featured Guests: Richard Haydn, Bill Robinson, Jim Moran
Publisher: Harold's Old Time Radio

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1. Introduction and Host Overview

The episode kicks off with the charismatic host, Rudy Valli, introducing a stellar lineup of guests that promises an evening of theatrical brilliance and entertaining diversions. Rudy sets the stage by lauding Maurice Evans as the "greatest Shakespearean actor of our time," alongside other distinguished guests Richard Haydn, Bill Robinson, and the eccentric Jim Moran.

“Were we given to superlatives as we sometimes are, we would classify tonight's lineup of interesting people as the greatest Shakespearean actor of our time.”
— Rudy Valli [00:58]

2. Maurice Evans as Falstaff in "Henry IV"

The highlight of the evening is Maurice Evans portraying Sir John Falstaff in a scene from William Shakespeare’s "Henry IV." Rudy introduces Evans' illustrious career, noting his unforgettable portrayal of King Richard II in 1937 and his recent uncut version of Hamlet. Tonight, Evans dons a mountainous costume to bring Falstaff to life in a tavern scene that delves into themes of loyalty and betrayal.

“Mr. Evans unforgettable portrayal of King Richard II in 1937, his recently completed uncut version of Hamlet and his present triumph in the role of the roistering Jack…”
— Rudy Valli [05:36]

Performance Highlights: Tavern Scene from "Henry IV"

In the scene, Prince Hal and his companion Poins await Falstaff's return after a failed highway holdup. The dynamic between the youthful princes and the jovial, albeit questionable, Falstaff is portrayed with wit and depth. Evans masterfully captures Falstaff’s boisterous and blustery nature, engaging the audience with memorable lines and interactions.

Notable Quotes:

• Falstaff: “Drink round brave boys and never give or drink round brave boys.”
  — Falstaff [07:09]

• Prince Hal: “When I am King of England, I shall command all the good lads in Eastcheap.”
  — Prince Hal [07:25]

• Falstaff: “A plague of all cowards, I say, and a vengeance to marry and our men.”
  — Falstaff [09:35]

These exchanges highlight the tension between the prince's aspirations and Falstaff's carefree indulgence, setting the tone for deeper character explorations.

3. Jim Moran: The Professional Screwball

Jim Moran brings a unique flavor to the episode with his self-proclaimed title as a "professional screwball." His segment is a blend of comedic anecdotes and unconventional philosophies, offering listeners a glimpse into his unpredictable and humorous worldview.

“I just unscrew the inscrutable. But honestly, Rudy, I kind of resent being called a screwball.”
— Jim Moran [41:34]

Memorable Moments:

• Selling Iceboxes to Eskimos: Jim recounts his whimsical venture of selling iceboxes to Eskimos, demonstrating his flair for the absurd and entrepreneurial spirit.

  “I sold those two fleas for $750. I also brought back 220 pounds of ice which I hacked from a glacier up there. And I've sold $575 worth of that ice. And I've still got 150 pounds left. And I'm still broke.”
  — Jim Moran [44:16]

• Whaletorium Pitch: His plan to sell a whale to the New York World’s Fair, intending to capitalize on advertising space on its back, showcases his inventive (albeit impractical) business ideas.

  “I plan to sell advertising space on that whale's back.”
  — Jim Moran [45:19]

Jim’s segments are peppered with humor and satire, providing light-hearted relief and engaging the audience with his offbeat narratives.

4. Richard Haydn: Master of Fish Mimicry

Richard Haydn captivates the audience with his lecture on the fascinating subject of fish mimicry. His expertise in this unique field is both educational and entertaining, offering insights into the lesser-known behaviors of aquatic life.

“Tonight, variety being the spice of life, I want to bring to your notice one of the most stark phenomena of the aquatic world.”
— Richard Haydn [26:07]

Key Highlights:

• Whistling Flounders: Haydn discusses the whistling flounder, explaining how these fish produce sounds through their anatomy, especially during mating seasons.

  “The flounder, fluke, or whiff, as it is sometimes called, is known to you all. But has it ever occurred to you that flounders can whistle?”
  — Richard Haydn [26:07]

• Personal Anecdote: He shares the story of capturing a whistle-capable flounder named Fleurette, adding a personal touch to his scientific discourse.

  “I found myself, quite by chance, on the end of a jetty just outside Flushing. It was here that Fleurette was captured.”
  — Richard Haydn [30:00]

Haydn's engaging lecture not only educates but also entertains, blending scientific facts with storytelling.

5. Bill Robinson: The Tap Dance Legend

Bill Robinson, famously known as Bojangles of Harlem, brings his legendary tap dancing skills to the Royal Gelatin Hour. Rudy praises Robinson as the "Dean of the tap dancers," emphasizing his multifaceted talents that span dancing, singing, comedy, and acting.

“Bill's talents combine the elements of success more completely than those of most entertainers around here today.”
— Rudy Valli [50:31]

Performance Highlights:

• New Swing Mikado: Robinson discusses his upcoming role as the emperor in "Hot Mikado," a swing rendition of the classic Gilbert and Sullivan opera. His anticipation and enthusiasm promise a fresh and exciting take on a beloved production.

  “I think it'll be the greatest thing that you ever witnessed.”

— Bill Robinson [56:37]

• Tap Dance Demonstration: Robinson performs a brief tap routine, showcasing his impeccable rhythm and flair, much to Rudy's amusement.

  “The flowers that bloom in the spring... that's my trumpet.”

— Bill Robinson [57:18]

Robinson's segment is a vibrant celebration of tap dance, demonstrating why he remains a revered figure in the performing arts.

6. Commercial Insights and Product Promotions

Throughout the episode, strategic inserta dresses and product promotions are woven seamlessly into the narrative, maintaining listener engagement without detracting from the main content. Notable promotions include:

• Wayfair Style Tips: Integrated between segments, providing listeners with home styling advice.

  “When it comes to making a statement, treat bold patterns like neutrals.”

— Wayfair Announcer [07:09]

• Fleischmann's High Vitamin Yeast: Highlighted as a health supplement to enhance vitamin absorption, fitting naturally between performances.

  “Eat one cake a half hour before breakfast or lunch, the other cake a half hour before supper.”

— Rudy Valli [47:50]

These promotions are artfully placed to ensure they complement rather than interrupt the flow of the episode.

7. Conclusion and Upcoming Attractions

As the episode draws to a close, Rudy Valli teases upcoming guests and performances, ensuring listeners remain excited for future episodes. Highlights include:

• Jimmy Schnozzola Durante: An esteemed comedian set to perform on Broadway's "Stars In My Eyes."
• Judith Anderson: A favorite actress slated for dramatic roles in upcoming productions.

“This is Rudy Valli saying good head on. The program was you're flying too high. Written by Ted Cola and Ruby Bloom.”
— Rudy Valli [61:28]

The episode concludes with a nod to the collaborative efforts that make the world of entertainment vibrant and diverse.

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Notable Quotes Compilation

1. Rudy Valli:
   “Were we given to superlatives as we sometimes are, we would classify tonight's lineup of interesting people as the greatest Shakespearean actor of our time.”
   [00:58]

2. Jim Moran:
   “I just unscrew the inscrutable. But honestly, Rudy, I kind of resent being called a screwball.”
   [41:34]

3. Richard Haydn:
   “The flounder, fluke, or whiff, as it is sometimes called, is known to you all. But has it ever occurred to you that flounders can whistle?”
   [26:07]

4. Bill Robinson:
   “I think it'll be the greatest thing that you ever witnessed.”
   [56:37]

These quotes encapsulate the essence and diversity of the episode, highlighting the blend of classical theater, comedic insight, and performing arts excellence.

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Final Thoughts

"Royal Gelatin Hour - 39-02-16" stands as a testament to the Golden Age of Radio's enduring charm, seamlessly blending theatrical performances, expert lectures, and entertaining interviews. Host Rudy Valli's adept moderation ensures a cohesive and engaging experience, making it a must-listen for enthusiasts of classic radio programming.

Transcript

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[Rudy Valli]

The Rudy Bradley Hour from Radio City, New York, with Morris Evans, Bill Robinson, Richard Haydn, Jim Moran.

Hi ho, everybody. This is Rudy Valli and company. Were we given to superlatives as as we sometimes are, we would classify tonight's lineup of interesting people as the greatest Shakespearean actor of our time. Morris Evans, an old friend currently appearing as Falstaff in his own production of Henry iv, who will do a scene for us from that distinguished work. In addition to Mr. Evans and in the interests of variety, we bring you too the greatest of tap dancers. Bill Robinson, Mr. Bo Jankels of Harlem, the man who taught Shirley Temple to dance. Take some time off from rehearsing the new swing version of Gilbert and Sullivan's Mikado to pay us a visit. The next superlative on our list is the greatest of all fish mimics.

Richard Haydn.

As far as we know, not only the greatest fish mimic, but the only one, Mr. Haydn, who adds much to the enjoyment of Noel Coward's current set to music, was with us two weeks ago. He returns tonight with another of his fishy lectures. Fourth superlative Jim Moran. A man with one of the most unusual stories we've ever heard of. Mr. Moran. Moore later. Once over lightly Graham.

Morris Evans, Bill Robinson, Richard Haydn. Jim Moran.

All members in good standing of the Rudy Valley Hour.

Act One. Presented by the makers of Royal Desserts.

[Jim Moran]

My friends, I've enjoyed your company. We've had a pleasant chat Discussing this and that and most regretfully I say please pardon me it's way past my dreaming time Good night I've got to go I'm late for my date On Moonlight Avenue it's way past my dreaming time so long and cheery O I've got some important dreaming to do why should I stay Stay wide awake When I get such a heavenly break from the moment that I doze off until my alarm clock goes off the evening has been so gay I hate to rush away I'd stay But it's way past my dreaming time all having so much fun Too bad you have to run it's just 2 o'clock the party just begun so stay just another hour don't turn the party so your dreams will all disappear with a song Please let me see say just one thing though it's none of my business I know you don't know what you are missing when deep in your dreams you're kissing well, maybe you're right out loud. Hey boy, get my coat and hat.

[Prince Hal]

Go.

[Jim Moran]

Cause it's way past our dream is lost.

[Rudy Valli]

Presenting now, Morris Evans as Sir John Falstaff in a scene from his production of Henry IV, currently attracting large and enthusiastic audiences to the St. James Theater. Mr. Evans unforgettable portrayal of King Richard II in 1937, his recently completed uncut version of Hamlet and his present triumph in the role of the roistering Jack have one thing in common. They are endowed with the realization that Shakespeare was human and wrote with a racy quill for the pleasure of human beings. Tonight, buried under the mountainous costume that he wears on the stage, Mr. Evans brings us a tavern scene from the first act of Henry IV. With Edmund O'Brien as Prince of Wales, Emmett Rogers as Poins and Henry Jones as Francis the bartender. Maurice Evans as Falstaff. In Henry iv. Prince Hal and his drinking companion Poins await the arrival of Falstaff. Earlier that same evening they had promised to assist Falstaff in a holdup on the highway. But instead of helping Bibulous Jack, they let him accomplish the robbery alone. Whereupon these two young rakes disguised themselves and robbed the fat knight of his hard earned booty. Back in the tavern they are waiting to hear the prince of liars explain his part in the proceedings.

[Falstaff]

Drink round brave boys and never give or drink round brave boys.

[Rudy Valli]

As I have said before.

[Falstaff]

O Barney, he has sent to us a fresh reply and swear that he will come and wrinkle England dry, dry, dry, dry, boys, dry. He swears you come and drink old England dry.

[Prince Hal]

Come out of that fat room and lend me thy hand to laugh a little. It has been Hal, with three or four lagerheads amongst three or four score hogsheads. They take it already upon their salvation that though I be but Prince of Wales, yet I am king of courtesy. And tell me flatly I am no proud Jack like Falstaff. And when I am King of England, I shall command all the good lads in Eastcheap.

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[Prince Hal]

Prithee, Ned. Do thou stand in some by room whilst I question my puny tapster Francis. One that never spake any other English in his life than Anon, anon, sir. And do thou never leave off calling him that his tale to me may be nothing but Anon, anon, Francis, thou art perfect. Step aside there, behind that arras, and I'll show thee a precedent.

[Falstaff]

Francis. Anon, anon, sir.

[Prince Hal]

Come hither, Francis.

[Falstaff]

Ho, ho. My lord, the prince.

[Prince Hal]

How old art thou, Francis?

[Falstaff]

Let me see. About Michaelmas next. I shall be your Francis, and not an answer Francis. And on anon, sir.

[Prince Hal]

Francis, away your robe. Dost thou not hear them call?

[Rudy Valli]

Come hither, Poins. Whatever.

[Prince Hal]

This fellow should have fewer words than a parrot. And yet the son of a woman.

[Falstaff]

Oh, my lord. My lord. Old Jack, Falstaff and Bardolph are at the door. Shall I let them in?

[Prince Hal]

Call in Falstaff. Call in lean Jack. Call in barebone. How now, my sweet creature of Bambast. Where hast thou been?

[Falstaff]

A plague of all cowards, I say, and a vengeance to marry and our men. Give me a cub of sack, boy. Not an answer. Give me a cub of sack, rose. Yes, sir? Is there no virtue exempt the plague of all cowards, you rogue? There's lime in this sack. No, sir. There's nothing but roguery to be found in villainous men. Go thy ways, old Jack, die when thou wilt. If manhood, good manhood, be not forgot upon the face of the earth, then I'm a shot and herring. There lives not three good men unhanged in England, and one of them is fat and grows old. God help the while. A bad world, I say. I would I were a weaver. I could sing psalms or anything. A plague of all cowards.

[Prince Hal]

How now, Wolfsack? What mutter you?

[Falstaff]

I am not a coward. Answer me that. And Poins there soon.

[Prince Hal]

Ye fat paunch.

[Rudy Valli]

And ye call me coward.

[Prince Hal]

By the Lord, I'll stab thee a goldie coward.

[Falstaff]

I'll see thee damned hell A coldy coward. But I'd give a thousand pound, I could run as fast as thou canst. You're straight enough in the shoulder. You care not who sees your back. Call you that backing of your friends? A plague upon such backing. Give me them that'll face me. Give me a cumbersack. I'm a rogue if I've drunk today. A plague of old cowards still, say I.

[Prince Hal]

What's the matter?

[Falstaff]

What's the matter? There be four of us here have ta'en a thousand pound this day Morning.

[Prince Hal]

Where is it, Jack? Where is it?

[Falstaff]

Where is it? Taken from us it is. A hundred upon poor four of us.

[Prince Hal]

What, a hundred man.

[Falstaff]

I'm a rogue if I'm a knotted half sword. With a dozen of them two hours together I've scaped my miracle. I'm eight times thrust through the doublet, four through the hose, me buckler cut through and through, me sword hacked like a hand saw ak signum. I never dealt better since I was a man. All would not do. A plague of all cowards.

[Prince Hal]

What fought you with them all?

[Falstaff]

All? I know not what you call all, but if I fought not with 50 of them, I'm a bunch of radish. If there were not 2 or 3 and 50 upon poor old Jack. I'm no two legged creature.

[Prince Hal]

Pray God you have not murdered some of them.

[Falstaff]

That's past praying for. I peppered two of them. Two I'm sure are paid. Two rogues in Bucknham shoots. I tell thee what, if I tell thee a lie, spit in me face, call me horse. Thou knowest me, old ward, here I lay and thus I bore my point. Four rogues in Buckram let drive at me.

[Prince Hal]

What four thou saidst but two even now?

[Falstaff]

Four? Hell, I told thee four.

[Rudy Valli]

Ay, he said four.

[Falstaff]

These four came all affront and mainly thrusted me. I made me no more ado but to go. There's seven points in me target thus.

[Prince Hal]

Seven? Why, there were but four even now.

[Falstaff]

In buckram.

[Prince Hal]

Ay, four in buckram suit.

[Falstaff]

Seven. Be these hilts, or I'm a villain else.

[Prince Hal]

Prithee, let him alone, Ned, we shall have more anon.

[Falstaff]

Yes, sir. Hear me, Hal.

[Prince Hal]

Ay, and mark thee too, Jack.

[Falstaff]

Do so, do so, for it is worth the listening to these nine in buckram that I told thee of. So two more already, their points being broken down till their hole began to give me ground. But I followed me close, came in foot and hand, and with a thought, seven of the eleven I paid.

[Prince Hal]

O monstrous. Eleven buckram. Men grown out of tomb.

[Falstaff]

And as the devil would have it, three misbegotten knaves in Kendal Green came at me back and leaped live at me. For it was so dark hell, thou couldst not see thy hand.

[Prince Hal]

These lies are like their father that begets them gross as a mountain. Why, thou clay brained guts, thou naughty.

[Falstaff]

Pated fool, what are the men of the men? Is not the truth the truth?

[Prince Hal]

How couldst thou know these men in Kendal Green when it was so dark thou couldst not see thy hand? Come, tell us your reason. What sayest thou to this?

[Rudy Valli]

Come, your reason, Jack, your reason.

[Falstaff]

What, upon compulsion? Soon, sir, neither at the strappado and all the racks in the world, I wouldn't tell you on compulsion. What give you a reason? On compulsive. If reasons were as plentiful as blackberries, I'd give no man a reason upon compulsion.

[Prince Hal]

Ay, I'll be no longer guilty of this sin. This sanguine coward, this bed presser, this horseback breaker. This huge hill of flesh blood.

[Falstaff]

You starveling. You dry, neat tongue. You elf skin. You stock fish, all for breath do I know what he's like. There, your tailor's yard, your sheath, your bow case, your file standing tuck.

[Prince Hal]

Well, breathe a while and then to it again. We too saw you four set on four and bound them and were masters of their wealth. Mark now how a plain tale shall put you down. Then did we two set on you four, and with a word outfaced you from your prize. And have it yea, and can show it to you here in the house.

[Falstaff]

God bless my soul.

[Prince Hal]

And Falstaff, you carried your guts away as nimbly as with as quick dexterity. And roared for mercy and still run and roared as ever I heard. Bull cuff. What trick, what device canst thou now find out to hide thee from this open and apparent shame?

[Rudy Valli]

Come, let's hear Jack.

What trick hast thou now?

[Falstaff]

By the Lord, lads, I knew ye as well as he that made ye. But hear you, my masters, hear you. Was it for me to kill the heir apparent? Should I turn upon the true prince? Why, thou knowest I'm as valiant as Hercules. But beware instinct. The lion will not touch the true prince. Instinct is a great matter. I was now a coward on instinct. But by the Lord, lads, I'm glad you have the money. Gallants, lads. Boys. Hearts of gold. All the titles of good fellowship come to you. What, shall we be merry? Shall we have a play?

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[Prince Hal]

And the argument will be thy running away.

[Falstaff]

No more of that hell, and thou lovest me. But tell me, Hal, art thou not terribly feared? Thou being heir apparent, thou'lt be horribly chid to morrow when thou comest to thy father. If thou lov'st me, practise an answer.

[Prince Hal]

Well, do thou act as my father, and examine me on the particulars of my life.

[Falstaff]

Shall I contempt this chair shall be my state, this dagger my scepter, and this cushion my crown. Give me a cup of sack, to make me eyes look red, that it may be thought that I have wept. Well, here is my lay, and here is my speech. Now, Harry, I do not only marvel where thou spend'st thy time, but also how thou art accompanied. That thou art my son, I have partly thy mother's word, and partly my own opinion. If then thou be so, here lies the point. Why, being Sondermere, art thou so pointed at? O Harry, now do I not speak to thee in drink, but in tears? Not in pleasure, but in passion, not in words only, but in woes also. Company villainous company hath been the spoil of thee. And yet there is a virtuous man, who I've noted in thy company, but I know not his name.

[Prince Hal]

What manner of man in it, like your majesty?

[Falstaff]

A good portly man, I faith, and a corpulent, of a cheerful look, a pleasing eye, and a most Noble carriage. And I remember there his name is Falstaff. If that man should be lewdly given, he deceiveth me. For Harry, I see virtue in that Falstaff, him keepeth the rest Spanish. And now tell me, thou naughty varlet, tell me where hast thou been this month?

[Prince Hal]

Dost thou speak like a king? Here do thou stand for me, and I'll play my father.

[Falstaff]

What depose me? If thou dost it half so gravely, art so majestically both in word and matter, hang me up for the heels, for the rabbit sucker, or a poacher's hair.

[Prince Hal]

Well, here I am set.

[Falstaff]

And here stand I judge my masters.

[Prince Hal]

Now, Harry, whence come you?

[Falstaff]

Nay, noble dog, from Eastcheat.

[Prince Hal]

The complaints I hear of thee are grievous.

[Falstaff]

Let me, lord, they are false.

[Prince Hal]

Thou art violently carried away from grace. There is a devil haunts thee in the likeness of an old fat man. A ton of man is thy companion. Why dost thou converse with that trunk of humors, that bolting hutch of beastliness, that swollen parcel of dropsies, that father ruffian, that vanity in years? Wherein is he good, but to taste sack and drink it? Wherein cunning, but in craft? Wherein crafty, but in villainy? Wherein villainous, but in all things? Wherein worthy, but in nothing?

[Falstaff]

I would your grace would take me with you. Who means your grace?

[Prince Hal]

That villainous abominable misleader of youth, Falstaff.

[Falstaff]

That old white bearded Satan Middle the man.

[Prince Hal]

I know, I know thou dost.

[Falstaff]

But to say I know more harm in him than I know in myself. Were to say more than I know, that he is old, the more to pity his white hairs you witness it. If sack and sugar be a fault, God help the wicked. If to be old and merry be a sin, then many an old host I know is damned. If to be fat, to be hated, then Pharaoh's lean, kinder to be loved. No, my good lord, banish bar, thou banish Poins. But for sweet Jack Falstaff, true Jack Falstaff, valiant Jack Falstaff, and therefore more valiant, being as he is old Jack Falstaff, banish not him thy Harry's company. Banish not him thy Harry's company.

[Rudy Valli]

Open in the name of the law.

[Falstaff]

Banish plump Jack, and banish all the world.

[Prince Hal]

I do, I will.

[Falstaff]

Oh, my lord, my lord. The sheriff and all the watch are at the door. They've come to search the place. They followed certain robbers to this house. Shall I let him in? No.

[Prince Hal]

Go, Falstaff. Hide thee behind the arras. The rest walk up above. Now my master for a true face.

[Falstaff]

And a good conscience, both of which I have had. But their date is out, and therefore I'll hide me.

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[Jim Moran]

I'm a singing in the saddle Sing it all the way for the roundup is over I'm singing in the saddle to the stars above I'm heading for heaven and love to the rhythm of the hoops I'm a humming get along, get along old path There's a prairie gal who knows I'm a coming Waiting beside the old corral I'm a singing in the saddle Guide me from above I'm heading for heaven and lo.

[Rudy Valli]

Two weeks ago, you met Richard Haydn, currently appearing with Beatrice Lilly and Noel Cowards. Set to music. Mr. Haydn as Edwin Carpenter, fish mimic extraordinary, allowed us to look deep into the hearts and minds of some of the better known denizens of the deep. A favor, incidentally, that he grants to the audience at the cowl. The Coward Review each night. This evening, he returns to us for a second lecture. Enter. Now that friend of the fish, Richard Haydn.

[Richard Haydn]

Good evening, one and all. In the past, I have had the great pleasure of introducing myself to you through my powers of fish mimicry. Tonight, variety being the spice of life, I want to bring to your notice one of the most stark phenomena of the aquatic world. In my last chat, I told you about my piscatorial pet, Eric, the conger eel. Tonight I want to tell you about another of the jewels, if not the jewel of my fish collection, Fleurette, the whistling flounder. The flounder, fluke, or whiff, as it is sometimes called, is known to you all. But has it ever occurred to you that flounders can whistle? I'll be bound the answer is no. And so I will give you a faint inkling as to the supernatural powers of whistling flounders. This feat is achieved by means of a single row of obtuse teeth and a slightly cleft palate. In the autumn, the whistle of the flounder is like this, a sad note. You will note in a minor key, well in keeping with the season of autumnal tints and redolent with an atmosphere of decay. With the coming of spring, the whistle gains strength and is something like this. It is highly delightful to note in passing that during the mating season, the flounder or fluke is one of the noisiest fish you could wish to hear. Once spring is over, whistling languishes to a marked degree, and when addressed by its mate, the flounder or fluke is rarely heard to whistle more than two bells. The same thing occurs in the case of hike, haddock and smelt, except, of course, that they cannot whistle. The method by which I came by Fleurette, my own particular whistle in flounder makes excellent hearing, and I will reconstruct the scene for you by means of the spoken word. Some years ago, one damp Tuesday in January, I found myself, quite by chance, on the end of a jetty just outside Flushing. It was here that Fleurette was captured. Captured by my companion, who chanced to be none other than my little daughter Wilsie. Wilsie, I can hear you saying, what a quaint name for a daughter. And believe me, quaint is right. This interest in corruption. And by corruption I, of course refer to the name of Wilsey, and not to my daughter came about in the following delightful manner. My wife, being a woman, was very. Was very anxious that our offspring should be called either Winnie or Elsie, whilst I was all for it being called Nora. But my wife's insistence resulted in it being at noon by a happy combination of the names Winnie and Elsie to Whit Wilsey and not Nora. It was really a lucky quirk of fate that this decision was come to, as later we discovered that Nora was the name of the milkman's horse. As a girl willsie is a quaint child. Being 14 and a half years of age and having outgrown her strength, she is inclined to be leggy and is best described as plain without being attractive. But to return. But to return. To get back to that. To that knowing little Denison of the deep who is now affectionately known as Fleurette. I have Fleurette here with me this evening, but as she is insanely jealous of me as well as being slightly m o o d y, I had to pick and choose my words when in her company, as she is as knowing as an ape, if not more so. Floret has flabbergasted more flounder or whiff experts than I care to mention. This is due to the fact that in her training I have relied solely on the bel canto method, the proof of the pudding being in the eating. I will now let Fleurette to whistle the Blue Bells of Scotland.

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[Richard Haydn]

To use for you, which, incidentally, she does exceedingly. We double L. You will perhaps have some smattering as to her versatility when I tell you that among her whistling repertoire Fleur its numbers o The Brahms Concerto 2, Fox Drops, a solo for woodwind and Pot of a Fugue. But now for the bluebells of Scotland. Come now, Fleurette. Whistle for the dinky mike. Come now, Fleurette. Come on now. You know you can if you try. Oh, there, I said she was moody.

[Rudy Valli]

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Stations having given their right names, we proceed with Bill Robinson and Jim Moran in.

The Rudy Valley hour. Act Act 2, presented by the makers of Fleischmann's High Vitamin Yeast.

[Jim Moran]

Someone lovelier than you, Then I am blind, A man without a mind. If there is someone lovelier than you. But no, I am not blind. My eyes have traveled everywhere in hope that I might find a creature half so fair. If there is someone lovelier than you. By all that's beautiful, Such beauty can be it.

[Rudy Valli]

A medley of songs from Revenge with music.

[Jim Moran]

You and the night and the music. Fill me with flaming desire. Setting my being completely on fire. You and the night and the music Thrill me. But will we be one? After the night and the music are done? Until the pale light of dawning and daylight Our hearts will be throbbing guitar Morning may come without warning and take away the star. If we must live for the moment, love till that moment is through. After the night and the music. VICT.

[Rudy Valli]

It takes all kinds of people and all kinds of jobs to make a world like this. It takes trapeze performers and bakers, butchers and bartenders, bankers and barbers. Unique in his selection of a career is a certain Jim Moran. In his time, Jim has been a harvest hand, a musician, an aviator, a longshoreman and a newspaper man. A young man of considerable personality and a lot of ideas. Mr. Moran felt that such callings were a bit too prosaic for his active imagination. Today, Jim Moran is a professional screwball, bizarre and unpredictable. One day he may be hunting sharks from a blimp in the Caribbean, and the next, harpooning whales in the Arctic. We found him to be a highly interesting person. We think you will, too. Here is Jim Moran, professional screwball. Jim, how does one go about being a professional screwball?

[Jim Moran]

That's easy, Rudy. I just unscrew the inscrutable.

[Rudy Valli]

You what?

[Jim Moran]

I just unscrew the inscrutable. But honestly, Rudy, I kind of resent being called a screwball. My theory is that there's too much dignity, too much pomp in the world today and not enough laughs. So I'm just dedicating my life to sticking a pin in the bombastic, punching holes in stuffed shirts and picking up a few chuckles while I do it.

[Rudy Valli]

Be careful. You don't get sued for doing it. Sounds like a very worthwhile calling. How did you happen to get into it?

[Jim Moran]

Well, Rudy, I've always Had an active scientific mind. And I've been interested in psychiatric experiments of one kind or another. Then too, I've always had a lot of sand in my shoes. I've always wanted to know what goes on on the other side of the fence.

[Rudy Valli]

Yes, the far off pastures always have greener fields.

[Jim Moran]

Exactly. The urge to wander hit me when I was just 11 years old and I've been roaming ever since. That's how I happen to be interested in unscrewing the inscrutable.

[Rudy Valli]

And just what does this unscrewing the inscrutable really mean?

[Jim Moran]

Well, if you analyze it closely, it doesn't mean a thing. But it's a kind of a nice phrase, don't you think? I just use it as an explanation for doing things like selling iceboxes to Eskimos.

[Rudy Valli]

I see. I suppose you have sold an icebox to an Eskimo.

[Jim Moran]

If you think you're kidding, you're as crazy as I am. Rudy, I have sold an icebox to an Eskimo. A bunch of us were sitting around one day eating maraschino parfaits and banana splits and stuff. Some boys in Washington and talk kind of veered around to salesmanship. Somebody mentioned the fact that a fellow we all knew could possibly sell ice boxes to Eskimos. And I told him I thought I could too.

[Rudy Valli]

What made you think that you could do it?

[Jim Moran]

Left handed clocks.

[Rudy Valli]

Left handed clocks made you think that you could sell a nice box to an Eskimo?

[Jim Moran]

Sure, it's simple.

[Rudy Valli]

It certainly is.

[Jim Moran]

You see, once I sold left handed clocks to barbers to hang on the rear walls so that the customers could look in the mirror and tell what time it was. And while I was at that, I used to sell advertising space on the barbershops. Ceilings too.

[Rudy Valli]

All this in preparation for selling an icebox to an Eskimo?

[Jim Moran]

Well, it was pretty good training.

[Rudy Valli]

Rudy, did you ever sell your icebox?

[Jim Moran]

Sure. I traveled all over the Yukon territory in Alaska and finally landed my man at a clavic on the arctic Ocean and closed the deal with him.

[Rudy Valli]

Just as simple as that?

[Jim Moran]

Yes, just as simple as that. I traveled 5,000 miles to make that sale. But I made it. There's only one thing though.

[Rudy Valli]

What was that?

[Jim Moran]

Well, after the Eskimo bought the icebox, he got awful sore because he couldn't get the valley program on it.

[Rudy Valli]

That must have been quite an expensive sale.

[Jim Moran]

No, it wasn't. I made quite a lot of money on that trip. Spent it though. You see, when I was up there, I picked up a Pair of snow blind fleas. And then I went down to Hollywood and sold them to Paramount Pictures.

[Rudy Valli]

What did Paramount want with snow blind fleas?

[Jim Moran]

They were happy to get them. You see, they were making a picture that had to have some fleas in it. But all of their fleas were getting clee guys, so mine fitted in swell.

[Rudy Valli]

Well, anyway, it's a good story.

[Jim Moran]

It's a true story, Rudy. I sold those two fleas for $750. I also brought back 220 pounds of ice which I hacked from a glacier up there. And I've sold $575 worth of that ice. And I've still got 150 pounds left. And I'm still broke.

[Rudy Valli]

Haven't you anything else to sell at the present time?

[Jim Moran]

Yes, I have.

[Rudy Valli]

What?

[Jim Moran]

A whale.

[Rudy Valli]

You've got a whale for sale?

[Jim Moran]

Yes, I have. I'm trying to interest the New York World's Fair people in opening a whaletorium to exhibit the whale in.

[Rudy Valli]

I see. Carrying a whale to Whalin.

[J]

Mm.

[Jim Moran]

There's a lot of money in it, Rudy. I plan to sell advertising space on that whale's back.

[Rudy Valli]

Well, now to get rid of the whale for a moment.

[Jim Moran]

I wish I could, but I can't sell that whale. I haven't sold any glacier ice either in a long while. And you won't believe this, but this is a fact. I've been living on raw carrots and rice for the past two weeks. It's really tough here in New York.

[Rudy Valli]

Well, they're bound to break for anybody with your imagination. Tell me, Jim, have you got any more of these fantastic schemes up your sleeve?

[Jim Moran]

Yes, I have, Rudy.

[Rudy Valli]

Well, tell us about them.

[Jim Moran]

Well, I would like to tell you about them before I do them. And then I don't know whether the other people would be interested in hearing about them anyway.

[Rudy Valli]

Well, we're interested. And I hope if you do any more stunts, you'll come back. Tell us about them.

[Jim Moran]

It's a deal, Rudy. Then maybe I'll get some butter to put on those carrots.

[Rudy Valli]

I hope so. Jim.

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Why, yes, I have. Well, aren't they?

No. And for this reason, many people, because of slow digestion, cannot make full use of the vitamins they eat.

[Jim Moran]

Then a person like that could eat.

[Rudy Valli]

Quite a few vitamins and not feel any great improvement.

Yes, it's very possible. And of course, lots of other people do not eat enough vitamins to start with. Studies show that many families do not get enough vitamins from their regular meals.

And what happens when they don't?

They're apt to have harder colds and they're inclined to have poor digestion and get tired out and nervous before they should. So please remember this There is now an improved way to get vitamins, a way that helps us make fuller use of them. And it's an easy, economical way, too. It's simply to eat two cakes of Fleischmann's new High Vitamin Yeast before two of your meals every day.

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[Rudy Valli]

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And does it give us a lot of vitamins too?

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Well, what's the best way to eat it?

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This is.

[Jim Moran]

Ra.

[Rudy Valli]

If we were given the task of defining the essential elements that make for success in this slightly mad industry known as show business, it would take us some time before we could come up with the answers. But if we were asked to give an example of just what we were driving at, the answer would be easy. That answer would be Bill Robinson. Bill's talents combine the elements of success more completely than those of most entertainers around here today. Dean of the tap dancers, singer of songs, comedian and personality Bo Jangles is soon to embark on a new venture on Broadway when he takes over the role of the emperor in Michael Todd's forthcoming Hot Mikado, a swing version of the Gilbert and Sullivan favorite. In addition, he is soon to appear in the famous Cotton Club's new review. We give you now, Mr. Bojangles of Harlem, Bill Robinson. Well, Bill, what's the good word?

[J]

Same as always been, Mr. Valet. Never shake dice with a stranger or with strange dice.

[Rudy Valli]

Is that all? What's. What's new up in Harlem?

[J]

Oh, I should say not. You know, the other night I had the chance to witness a good poker game between one of our Harlem slickers and a little Southern boy from Alabama. They played poker for about an hour, and finally the Harlem boy look over, says, I'll open the pot for three and a half. Southern boy says, I'll stay. They each drew one card. Harlem boy says, I'll bet two and a half. Southern boy says, I'll call that two and a half and raise you two dollars more. Harlem boy says, I'll see that two dollars and raise you fifteen. Southern boy says, I'll call to fifteen and raise you five. Harlem boy say, I'll tap you. Southern boy said, what do you mean by tapping? He says, brother, I bet you all the money you got in front of you. So the Southern boy has about $73 in front of him. He picks it up, plays with it and count it. Finally he threw it in the pot and looked at the Harlem slicker. He says, brother, I call you. Harlem slicker, says, four aces. Southern boy reaching, got his raisin. Say, what is your next highest con? I was walking down Lenox Avenue, Mr. Root, and I stopped in front of the Savoy, and I saw a funny thing. A colored boy walked out, and he was putting on the Ritz for me. And there stood his girl. And he was trying to give an argument about where she should go. And she's one of them that wouldn't stand for it. So she reached over and grabbed him by the shoulder. She said, sweet papa, let me get you told. She says, you don't leave me alone. You don't even phone. You just as carefree as the bird in the sky. Now, what goes up must come down. Daddy, you've been flying too high now it's all over town you chased them around and I don't want to sit home and cry Remember what goes up must come down Sweet papa, you have been flying too high now you ought to get your walking papers But I think it's too late Sweet mama knows you real well now when you through cutting capers you break down my gate just to ring my front doorbell now go have your flame don't you miss a thing Sweet mama will see you down to earth by and by Remember what goes up Sweet papa must come down Mama will see you on the late turn My bunions is going up now here's what we call a Crescento. Play it, Mr. Rudy. Now, what goes up absolutely must come down Lindbergh came down.

[Rudy Valli]

Bill, are you going to do any dancing in that new swing Mikado?

[J]

Oh, I might cut a couple of rugs or two.

[Rudy Valli]

What.

What will the show be like?

[J]

Well, I'm telling you the truth, Mr. Valet. I think it'll be the greatest thing that you ever witnessed. You know, I just got in town a day ago, and I only had one rehearsal, and I don't know very much about it, but do you happen to know that song they called when the Flowers Bloom in the Spring? Well, if I had to do that song to show open tomorrow, I would have to do it my way. Something like this is not gorgeous. Oh, magnificent. My, the flowers that bloom in the spring.

[Rudy Valli]

Ha ha.

[J]

The flowers that bloom in the spring the flowers that bloom in the spring he he the flowers that bloom in the spring oh, the flowers that bloom in the spring he he the flowers that bloom in the spring that's my trumpet. Oh, Rudy, when I learned this thing, I ruined them. Harlem.

[Richard Haydn]

Here.

[J]

Now here's the way I like to move. I bet Gilbert and Sullivan couldn't do this.

[Rudy Valli]

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[Jim Moran]

It'S way past my dreaming time. Good night I've got to go I'm late for my dream I'll moonlight after you it's way past my dreaming time so long and cheery all I've got some important dreaming to do why should I stay wide awake When I get such a heavenly break from the moment that I don't know until my alarm clock goes up?

[Rudy Valli]

Next week for comedy, the eminent Jimmy Schnozzola Durante, who is gaining fresh laurels for himself in the new Broadway musical hit Stars In My Eyes for drama, Judith Anderson, one of our own favorite actresses. To assist them. A goodly company of interesting people, the Valli Company opened today at Low State Theater for a week's engagement. This is Rudy Valli saying good head on. The program was you're flying too high. Written by Ted Cola and Ruby Bloom. The New Cotton Club Review this is the National Broadcasting Company.

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