The Hallmark Charlotte Greenwood Show-Thanksgiving Without Turkey1945-11-18

Summary

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Episode Overview

In this nostalgic episode of "Harold's Old Time Radio," listeners are treated to the November 18, 1945 broadcast of The Hallmark Charlotte Greenwood Show titled "Thanksgiving Without Turkey." This heartwarming and comedic radio play captures the Barton family's Thanksgiving preparations during the post-war era, focusing on themes of generosity, gratitude, and family togetherness—despite the scarcity of traditional treats like turkey. The episode weaves humor, life lessons, and wholesome values, offering a glimpse into the challenges and joys of a typical American family during the 1940s.

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Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Thanksgiving Preparations and Shortages (03:00–07:24)

• Aunt Charlotte organizes her family’s Thanksgiving, only to discover turkeys are unavailable due to shortages—a common reality in post-war America.
• The family debates whether to have two turkeys, one, or settle for chicken, highlighting both the logistics and humor of holiday meal planning.
• Quote (Charlotte Greenwood, 04:28):
  “That’s exactly the point. Being generous with what you haven’t got doesn’t count. A fellow who’s really regular gives you what he has got… But you know, Jack, there might be a certain wisdom in not sharing when there isn't enough to share.”
• Generosity vs. Scarcity:
  The children debate generosity, culminating when Robert gives away one of their precious chickens to a boy who’s never tasted chicken—illustrating honest, if impractical, goodwill.

2. Life Lessons on Generosity (07:24–09:02)

• Mr. Reynolds, the family’s attorney, questions Charlotte’s approach to generosity, especially in tough economic times.
• Charlotte insists:
  “We can't afford not to be generous. Generosity is the soundest investment in the world.”
  — (08:57)
• Their conversation balances cynicism and optimism, providing a touching debate on whether and when to extend kindness.

3. Setbacks and Humor (15:47–18:41)

• Charlotte scrambles through town searching for any kind of poultry for Thanksgiving, with comedic interludes as she negotiates for a turkey, chicken, or even a duck.
  “A duck? You know, it’s like a chicken, only with snow shoes.” — Charlotte Greenwood, 15:58
• Ultimately, the family is reduced to using bologna for their Thanksgiving dinner, which Charlotte and the cook, Sylvester, try to make the best of with humor and optimism.

4. The Value of Family and Community (19:06–22:30)

• Mr. Reynolds, initially grumpy and declining their invitation, returns to express regret and decides to join the Barton family for dinner.
• Quote (Charlotte Greenwood, 20:09):
  “You don’t start out collecting friends at any time. You start out by being one.”
• Comedic interactions ensue as unexpected guests appear for dinner, and the household becomes lively with friends and family.

5. Resolution and Act of Kindness Rewarded (25:51–27:32)

• The woman who received Robert’s donated chicken returns—a twist revealing that her family actually owns a turkey farm, and in gratitude, she brings two cooked turkeys for the Barton family.
• The family’s earlier act of generosity is rewarded beyond their hopes, ensuring a Thanksgiving feast for everyone.
• Notable Quote: "Well, after all, with the family, there are ten of us here. And what’s one chicken divided by ten?" — Mrs. Bradshaw, 26:09

6. The Meaning of Thanksgiving (28:39–End)

• Charlotte’s closing monologue delivers the heartfelt message of the episode, suggesting that Thanksgiving is about sharing and gratitude, and that these values should last year-round.
• Quote (Charlotte Greenwood, 28:39): “What Thanksgiving also means, I realize more each year, is that we share the best we have with those we hold most dear...”

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Memorable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

• “Our story today has to do with a Thanksgiving dinner that turned into a turkey.”
  — Charlotte Greenwood, 00:53

• “We can’t even get one [turkey]. They haven’t anything but chickens.”
  — Charlotte Greenwood, 04:31

• “We can’t afford not to be generous. Generosity is the soundest investment in the world.”
  — Charlotte Greenwood, 08:57

• “You don’t start out collecting friends at any time. You start out by being one.”
  — Charlotte Greenwood, 20:09

• “All it could get was bologna. [...] Well, Sylvester can fix it up. It’ll be delicious.”
  — Charlotte Greenwood, 16:49

• “I'm not sure whether this is the right place or not, but have you a nephew named Robert? Yes, well, you fed my little boy Richard chicken yesterday...”
  — Mrs. Bradshaw, 25:51

• “What Thanksgiving also means, I realize more each year, is that we share the best we have with those we hold most dear.”
  — Charlotte Greenwood, 28:39

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Important Segments & Timestamps

| Time | Segment | Details | |-----------|------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 00:53 | Opening Humor | Charlotte introduces the comedic twist of the episode's premise | | 04:00–07:24 | Family Debates: Generosity & Sharing | The children learn a lesson on real versus performative generosity | | 08:04–09:02 | Charlotte & Reynolds Argue about Generosity | Optimism vs. cynicism in hard times; “Generosity is the soundest investment” | | 15:47–17:38 | Poultry Search and the Bologna Solution | Humorous pursuit of any main dish for Thanksgiving | | 19:06–20:27 | Mr. Reynolds Returns | Reconciliation and the importance of being a friend | | 25:51–27:32 | Act of Kindness Rewarded: The Turkeys Arrive | Return of Robert’s chicken, the Bradshaws’ gift, and a Thanksgiving rescue | | 28:39–29:39 | Closing Monologue | Charlotte delivers the episode’s message on the enduring spirit of Thanksgiving |

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Episode Takeaways

• Generosity pays, sometimes in unexpected ways.
• Thanksgiving is more than a meal; it’s about community, empathy, and thankfulness.
• Even when traditions falter, the holiday spirit can be reclaimed through acts of kindness and togetherness.
• Humor and warmth are central to overcoming adversity, especially in family gatherings.

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Tone & Language

The original episode skillfully balances gentle humor, earnest life lessons, and moments of drama, all delivered in the warm, folksy voices of its characters. Charlotte Greenwood’s wit and kindness shine throughout, encouraging laughter and reflection as listeners walk away feeling uplifted—a testament to the enduring charm of Golden Age radio.

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Transcript

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[Charlotte Greenwood]

And here she is, that lovable lady of Scott screen and radio, Charlotte Greenwood. Hello, friends, and thank you, Wendell. I know that you are all familiar with the story of the turkey that turned into a Thanksgiving dinner. But our story today has to do with a Thanksgiving dinner that turned into a turkey.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Can you have memories of many Thanksgivings?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Yes, especially one I was playing in vaudeville. The theater was giving away a turkey. When I came out on the stage, somebody in the audience said, my. It's a big one, isn't it? My experience, Mrs. Greenwood. Yes. And it isn't Mrs. Greenwood. It's Ms. Greenwood. I'm sorry. You're sorry?

[Narrator/Announcer]

Charlotte Greenwood has as her special guest today the distinguished act, one of the stars of Metro Golden Mayor's weekend at the Waldorf, Mr. Edward Arnold. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, Charlotte Greenwood is brought to you this Sunday and every Sunday at this time by the makers of Hallmark greeting cards to remind you that whenever you want to remember someone, you'll find a Hallmark card that says just what you want to say the way you want to say it. So when you choose a card, look on the back for the three. Three identifying words. A Hallmark card. Yet don't forget, a Hallmark card will best express your perfect taste, your thoughtfulness. And now at the Lakeview in the Barton home, where Charlotte is bringing up the Barton shop children, teenage Barbara and Jack and young Robert. It's the day before Thanksgiving, 2 o' clock in the afternoon, and in the hallway, Aunt Charlotte is calling.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Children, I'm leaving to do my shopping now. Bye, darling. Oh, Aunt Charlotte, wait a second. Aunt Charlotte, will you do something for me while you're downtown? Yes, sir. Get me a pair of driving gloves, will you? A guy's hands get pretty cold in an open car. The other night coming home from the dance, I had to drive with one hand, and that's dangerous. Yes, it is. I know a young man who ran into A church? That way. Goodbye, Aunt John. Bye. Oh, that's all right. Yes, Barbara Garnier, could you drop into the barn? I'm sure. And return this golf sweater for me? Oh, you dizzy square. Aunt Johnny has got to get some stuff for Thanksgiving dinner. Why did you buy that golf sweater if you didn't want it? I did want it. Just when I got it home, I decided I didn't look good in it. Once I bought a golf sweater. How'd you look in it? Like a long approach to a short putt. Oh, Aunt, why do you always say those things? Well, you got a million dollar. Ah, now that's what I call inflation. Now, where's my shopping list? With such a crowd for dinner, can't we have two turkeys? Right besides the family, they'll be good to Green and Mr. Reynolds and. And Jeff Crawford. Jeff Crawford? Who's Jeff Crawford? A very special friend of mine from Mound City College. A student? No, he plays football. Plays football, huh? Never heard him. Well, for your information, he's one of the greatest players Mound City ever had. One of the most exciting things in football pitfall is to watch one of those long runs for a touchdown. Certainly thrilling to watch, but it must be nerve wracking for the play. Why? Well, do you ever think what it would be like to have 11 men run after you? Do I am. Oh, maybe that's your property. Hello. Oh, yes, he's right here. S class is still choice at the town and country market. Why don't you just ask him if you can get two turkeys? Hello, Phil, do you suppose that we could have two turkeys instead of one? Yes, I know turkeys are short. That's why I thought we'd have two short ones instead of one long one. Oh, but still, I put in my order a week ago. All right, I'll come in. We can't get two. We can't even get one. They haven't anything but chickens. Chicken onsen, Jimmy. I'll have to hurry even if I'm going to get a chicken. Oh, who wants to latch onto an old chicken anyway? Now, let's not discount our chicken before it's latched. Oh, but Aunt Charles. Now, children, I've got to get started.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Are you still here?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Yes, Robert, but I'm leaving right now, dear. Hey, hey, it's my rain jacket you've got on. You take it off. Oh, I'm not hurting you. You take it off. All right. I'm confused. Be at all. Hurry up. Oh, now, Jack. But he isn't supposed to Wear my rain jacket. Well, he's only wearing it for your own good. My own good? To keep your new tie from getting all wet. Oh, my new tie. This is my new tie you've got off. Now, you take that tie off too. Now, Robert, your brother is right. Now, you shouldn't have taken his things. Why don't you wear your own raincoat? I couldn't find it. Anyhow, I had a jacket like this, I'd have Jack ripped. I'd give him anything I have. I'd give my automobile if I had one, my gold watch with diamonds on it. For even $10, would you give Jack your bicycle? You're not fair. You know I've got a bicycle. That's exactly the point. Being generous with what you haven't got doesn't count. A fellow who's really regular gives you what he has got. Yes, and you being regular Jack, of course you'll give Robert the time. Sure. Oh, that's when you have another tie exactly like it. Yeah, but you know, Jack, there might be a certain wisdom in not sharing when there isn't enough to share. But the person who won't divide up when there's more than enough, who has two when he only needs one. Not only being a little bit stingy, but a little bit shortsighted. He isn't helping the other fella and he isn't helping himself. You see that? Yes, sure, but. Okay, Robert, you can have the tie. Can I? Thanks, Jeff. And I'm sorry I got sore. I guess I kind of messed up your girl. I'll go straighten it out. Thanks. I'll help you, Barbara. I'll stop and pay for the chickens. And when they're delivered, will you put them in the refrigerator? No, I don't. Now, I have got to go. I shouldn't have said that.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Good afternoon, Miss Greenwood.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, come in, Mr. Reynolds. Hello, Mr. Reynolds.

[Narrator/Announcer]

How do you do? Oh, you going out, Miss Greenwood?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, I was just about to do my thing. Thanksgiving shopping.

[Narrator/Announcer]

I hope you have enough points.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

I have, but they stick out in the wrong places.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Can I drive you to the market?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

No, thanks. It's only a hop, skip and a jump.

[Narrator/Announcer]

I'm skipping a jump.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

This scene with.

[Narrator/Announcer]

You're exaggerating.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

It's too mild. I am exaggerating with my legs. There's only a hop and a ship.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Thanksgiving isn't tomorrow, is it? Or is it?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

You mean you don't know when Thanksgiving is? You haven't been looking forward to it.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, I have too many important things to think of. To bother making a big talk of a Thanksgiving.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, it's important to give thanks for our blessings.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Here's a pretty sentiment, Ms. Greenway, but have you ever looked around the world as it is today and counted your blessings?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, yes, I have. So many I stop counting and give more time for thanks.

[Narrator/Announcer]

That's very fine, but you have to take a little time out to look over these papers. As long as you're going out, I'll leave them with you. We can discuss them some other time. They're the figures on the school lunchbox service.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, that's making real progress, isn't it?

[Narrator/Announcer]

Oh, definite progress towards bankruptcy. Ms. Greenwood, why do you put so much food in the lunchbox?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, can't we be a little generous?

[Narrator/Announcer]

Generosity, Ms. Greenwood, is in admirable trait for those who can afford it. Who can throw money around. The BART in the state can't throw money around. You can't afford to be generous.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, Mr. Reynolds, we can't afford not to be generous. Generosity is the soundest investment in the world.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Ms. Greenwood, your head is way up in the clouds. You're like everybody else.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

No, I'm different.

[Narrator/Announcer]

What do you mean?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

My feet are on the ground at the same time. I guess I'm just.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Just a grumpy old cynic.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

You are not, Mr. Reynolds. A cynic is an idealist who's afraid somebody will find it out.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, make it so, Ms. Reid. I'll see you the first week.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, aren't you coming to Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow?

[Narrator/Announcer]

No, I'm sorry, I can't make your dinner.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, we'll make it. All you have to do is eat it.

[Narrator/Announcer]

I mean, I. I can't be here. I have an engagement.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, there's something I can't make. Come on. Come on. I'm sorry.

[Narrator/Announcer]

I'm catching a train for Mount city tomorrow.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, Mr. Reynolds, Sylvester's an expert at oyster dressing.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Oh, he is?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

She wasn't an oyster bed in there. It was the only bed in that state that George Washington didn't sleep in. Oh, hi. Hi. What's your name? Bobby. My name's Dick. My real name's Richard. My name's Robert. Your mother and father in law. I haven't got a mother's father, but I've got an aunt and a brother and sister. They're all away. Yeah. Yeah. I haven't got a father or aunt or a brother and sister, but I got a mother. They live in the country? Yeah, yeah, we live right here. There's five of us. When we're all at home at. Tomorrow we're having chicken for dinner. Yeah, yeah. We never have chickens. Never? Never. Geez, I'd invite you for dinner when we were having some other company. Oh, you got any reason to be raised up, I get a dime for where you can leave for. All these are raked. But it helped you rake somebody else's. Yeah, yeah. Okay. Come on. Okay. Those cabbages. You must be positively exhausted standing all afternoon on you. I wasn't the only one standing on them. Oh, I closed the door. Robin, wait. Well, wait. Jack's outside bringing some things in from the car. Honest, the crowds are getting worse and worse. I don't see how a person can ever get into a sort of stuff. The best way is to be born there. Oh, thanks, Jack. Barbara. I met J. And she didn't think she could come to dinner tomorrow because she just remembered she promised to have Thanksgiving dinner with Janet Gregory. Where's Mr. Reynolds? Backing out and all. Gertrude. Well, that's okay by me. We can handle two chickens. There's only one chicken. Oh, don't you? Well, Asa. Sure, I put them in the refrigerator myself. Yeah, but I gave one away to a poor boy who never had chickens ever. Oh, you did what, Robert? Things went away. You said when anybody has two things they should divide up. Oh, good grief. Who did you give us to? So boy named it Dick. Who? Dick. Who? Didn't he have any other name? Of course. Well, what is his other name? Richard. His last name?

[Narrator/Announcer]

Robert.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

What is it? Where does he live? I don't know his last name. He lives in the country. Did he tell you what country? Everything about this Thanksgiving's gonna turn out all wrong. Yeah. Robert spoiled it all. Now Robert did what he thought was right. And when you do what you think is right, nothing is going to turn out very right. But I wanted a good party. Those will think we're important. We'll have nobody. I wanted two turkeys. And we'll have chickens. One chicken. I will just think about one chicken. She won't have a chance to think about it. Well, why not? Cuz Robert gave it away. But what about the other one? I bought the other one for Mrs. Pig's next door.

[Narrator/Announcer]

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[Charlotte Greenwood]

Hello? Hello. Oh, thank goodness you're open. Have you a turkey? The name is Greenwood. Ms. Greenwood. Ms. Charlotte Greenwood. Look, I don't want to be introduced to the turkey. I just want to buy it. Oh, you have me. I know that Captain Terry would have won. Well, have you a nice chicken? I see. Hello. Wait. Have you a duck? A duck? A duck. You know, it's like a chicken, only with snow shoes. Well, thank you anyway. Here comes the best. You've got it. You've done. Oh, that's going to be fun. Oh, at last. Oh, good old Sylvester. I had a hunky come through over there. Ms. Ringworld. What you get, Re?

[Narrator/Announcer]

What you get?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Passion par. Oh, I told you, Aunt Charlotte. Re. What made you go to the cash and Parry? I don't know, just. Oh, you got intuition just like a woman. And so if. Yes, Sylvester, that's a feeling which tells a woman she's right a even when she's wrong. Oh, now, did you get the oysters for the dressing? No. Ain't necessary, huh? Well, what about the cranberries for the cranberry sauce? Necessary. Dressing and cranberry sauce aren't necessary for the turkey. Why, they shuffle. No. What? It is a turkey. All it could get was bologna. Almost couldn't get that. Why not? She couldn't sell it. Bologna on Thanksgiving. Oh, Aunt Sharp. Now Sylvester can fix it up. It'll be delicious. Yeah, yeah. Got a special recipe there. See now? Yes, it is. Might take a couple hours, though. You prepare the bologna?

[Narrator/Announcer]

No, no.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Find the recipe, Sylvester. Oh, you're a little confusing at times. More so at other times. Well, I guess maybe I better get started. Well, at least I'm glad it's only this guy Crawford who's coming for dinner. It's lucky we're not having any other company. Oh, Crawford. He's one of the biggest men on the team. Camper. What'll he say when we serve him baloney? So round, so firm. So after 11 o', clock, we better go upstairs and change clothes. And short. If J gets here before I change. Well, I think I forgot to mention that you're Ms. Greenwood. Will you bring it to the attention? Better discreetly. I'll hold up my ring finger and say, this is the only vacancy in town. I don't think it's fair. Married ladies wear rings to show their marriage. I think ladies like Aunt Charlotte should wear something too. They do, Robert. An expectant expression.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Hurry up.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

He can't find the French.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Good morning, Ms. Ingrid.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, it's Mr. R.A. come in.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Thank you.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

I.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, I just stopped in to Taylor. I mean, look here for Steven. You must find me an old bear.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Okay, if you find me a young turkey.

[Narrator/Announcer]

No, no, I mean, I've acted like an old bear. I've growled and snarled and lost the temper.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Only when you're hungry.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Yes, I. And how silly it must look, a man putting his stomach ahead of everything.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

It might look a lot sillier if it were any place else.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Seriously, talking to you the way I talked yesterday and at Thanksgiving. I don't know why I've gotten a so.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Huh?

[Narrator/Announcer]

I didn't used to be. I remember my first Thanksgiving.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, I remember my first Thanksgiving too. All the neighbors dropped over for dinner. They were wonderful neighbors. Captain John Smith. Pocahontas.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, but anyway, there's nothing like a family dinner at Thanksgiving time. I remember when I was a young fellow at home with My family. Thanksgiving had a special significance. And now when the man's all alone. You don't start out collecting friends after your party.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

No, you don't start out collecting friends at any time. You start out by being one.

[Narrator/Announcer]

At any rate, Ms. Bean, but I came here to apologize for losing my temper yesterday. I was downright rude, and I didn't even thank you for inviting me to dinner.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, that's all right. I'm sorry that you're leaving for Mound City today and can't accept.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Oh, only I'm not leaving for Mound City today. And I do expect where there's lotions clear appreciation of your kindness.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, you're staying for dinner.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Ms. Greenwood, would a man in his sober senses get on a train for Mound City when he could be here with his delightful family? Would a man give up the chance to enjoy a big fat turkey with cracking brown skin crammed full of stuff and dripping with juice? If he would, I'd be very much surprised.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

I think you will be. The fact is, Mr. Reynolds, we. Oh, pardon me. Well, Geon. Good morning. Oh, good morning, Mr. Wood. I don't think it just seems to be here for you to invite me to dinner. I mean, it really is. I mean, it is really. I mean. Jud, Ruth, you were going to have dinner with Janet Bradley. Oh, I am. That's why I brought her along. Yes, you actually did. Well, come in, girls. Good morning, Janice. Good morning, Ms. Ringwood, meet Mr. Reynolds, the attorney for the Barton estate. Mr. Reynolds, this is Janet Gregory. Oh, how do you do, Counselor? Oh.

[Narrator/Announcer]

How are you, Miss Janet?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Simply super, miss. Oh, and this is J. Hello, Mr. Reno.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Hello.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Miss Janet.

[Narrator/Announcer]

I wonder if.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Are you Mr. Bel? I just assure lawyers.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Yes. Now, as I was saying, Ms. Jennifer.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Don'T hesitate to ask. Mr. Counselor, I saw you in court the other day, and only it was really pinky goosey the way you said all those wonderful things for the jury. I mean, they were positively dumbfounded. I mean, I'm sure if they knew what you were saying, they would have brought in a greatest of nuts of gropies. Not only that, Mr. Reynolds, but the way that. Young lady.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Will you rest your case?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Run upstairs and help Barbara. She's dressing. I never need any help. Scenery. It's written all over his face. What he do if he were alone with me on a desert island?

[Narrator/Announcer]

What would I do?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Stand on my shoulders and look for a ship. Well, of all empty. Now, don't lose your sense.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Oh, I forgot. The bad truth is I'm getting. Don't feel Better after I sampled that turkey.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, the truth is. Mr. Rand. Close the door. Hi. I'm Jeff Crawford.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Hey, I'll bet my last dollar your barber's Aunt Charlotte.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Well, son, you've been saved from financial ruin. That's right. I'm Ms. Greenwood, Barbara's aunt.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Sure, anybody could tell. Man would only want one look at you.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

That's all he can take anyway. Mr. Reynolds, this is Mr. Crawford. Jeff, as the captain of the Mound City football team. Yeah, thanks. Mr. Ellis.

[Narrator/Announcer]

How do you do?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Hey, wait a minute.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Just. Man, just wait a moment. Don't you know your own strength?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Good. Did you hear what's going on with Thompson?

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, I really don't follow. Football team here, I tell you.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Okay, now you got the pig skin. Pig skin. Let the pig skin fall to hold the pig together. No, no, Mr. Reynolds, you're in the play. Okay.

[Narrator/Announcer]

I was chucking at the ball.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

A Ripley. Get way out there. I mean, the trail's going to carry the ball. Just a moment, young man. Use it back. Stretch it back. Shoes back. Sounds like old home week. The ball is snap. Come on. Come on. I see no reason why I should.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Come on.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

You can just kind of. All right. Well, you don't have to knock him down for that. Anybody can make a mistake. Okay. Okay.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Yellow. This is out of nonsense.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

I guess you're two weeks before dinner. Dinner?

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, that's. That's what I've been waiting for.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Say there on the springboard, and there's a.

[Narrator/Announcer]

There's a big, juicy roast crushy coming.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Up on the springboard. About the bologna. I was six and six for dinner.

[Narrator/Announcer]

And oyster dressy and cranberry sauce and. What did you say?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Baloney.

[Narrator/Announcer]

We having baloney for dinner?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

No, no, I served it. What happened? I don't know. Well, we hadn't anything to take its place. What are we going to serve? I don't know. Oh, of all this. How could anyone be so stupid? I don't. But it ain't easy. Hello, everybody. Sorry I'm late. I haven't. Oh, everybody. Boy, am I shocked. Is it already. Oh, my God. Sylvester. Oh, now, that can't be anybody else. It just can't be. Well, come on. We might as well all go. How do you do? I'm Mrs. Green. Yes. I'm not sure whether this is the right place or not, but have you a nephew named Robert? Yes, I am. Yes, ma'. Am. Well, you feed my little boy Richard a kitchen yesterday.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Oh, Ms. Greenwood. So that's what happened. Well, I've heard of People being generous to a force. But in this family, it amounts to a felony.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Oh, I know. Richard took it. Oh, that's all right, Mrs. Grenston. You just keep the chicken for you might have.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Well, after all, with the family, there are 10 of us here. And what's one ticket divided by 10?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

I know that one, don't I, smarty Sam. Oh, but you don't understand. My. My son must have given Robert the wrong impression. It isn't that we're hungry. You see, I have a large farm just south of here. And we raise nothing but churches. Of course. The Gresham Churches Farm. And when Richard told me you were having company on the Thanksgiving and serving chicken, well, I thought perhaps it's because you couldn't get the turkeys. I understand you can't get them for love. The money. Well, I only tried. Money. You'll accept them. In return for your generosity, I brought you a couple of. A couple of turkeys? You mean you. They're all cooked brown to a turn and ready to serve. I have them out the car. All that. That's awfully nice of you.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Nice?

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Yes, very nice. Children, run and help Mrs. Bradshaw.

[Narrator/Announcer]

It looks. Ms. Greenwood. Well, what I said about generosity not paying half that. I mean, I'm going to have to eat my words.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Eat words when there's turkey.

[Narrator/Announcer]

What a lifesaver it was that that woman had her own turkey farm. And that's what I'm going to have. My job. A turkey farm.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

My father used to raise turkeys.

[Narrator/Announcer]

He did.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

Out of the whole bunch, I was the only one that turned out to be a hen.

[Narrator/Announcer]

Meanwhile, I want to remind you again, the next time you buy a card for any occasion, look on the back for the identifying word. A Hallmark card. H A L, L, M A R K. A Hallmark card. Like sterling on silver. Those three words are your assurance of finest quality. They tell your friends you cared enough to send the very best. Yes, a Hallmark card will best express your perfect taste, your thoughtfulness and our Charlotte Greenwood friends.

[Charlotte Greenwood]

I know we all have often thought Thanksgiving is more than food. It's time set by to give to God our prayers of gratitude. But what Thanksgiving also means, I realize more each year is that we share the best we have with those we hold most dear. For to our feet we ask old friends and recent ones well. And as we dine, we hear the news that each one has to tell. We hear each one's accomplishment, his hope or his success. And in the spirit of the day, we share his happiness. Now, wouldn't it be sensible if we could keep that mood and share those joys throughout the year, not just as one day's food? There is a way to share with friends, no matter how remote, and you can do it any day. Just send a card or note. And now, until next Sunday, at the very same time that the Charlotte was saying. Foreign.

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