WLS Barn Dance 45-04-08 (0) First Song - Alabama Jubilee

Summary

Harold's Old Time Radio – Episode: WLS Barn Dance 45-04-08 (0) First Song - Alabama Jubilee
Release Date: March 29, 2025

Harold's Old Time Radio transports listeners back to the Golden Age of Radio, offering nostalgic radio shows that captured families gathered around their sets to enjoy beloved programs. In this episode, "WLS Barn Dance 45-04-08 (0) First Song - Alabama Jubilee," listeners are treated to a lively barn dance featuring classic country tunes, heartfelt dedications, and charming on-air banter from the cast.

---

1. Welcome and Introduction

The episode kicks off at 01:01 with host Byron Parker warmly greeting the audience:

Byron Parker ([01:31]): "Howdy neighbors. How's everybody Everywhere? It is 12:00 on Saturday and you know this gang's back on the air."

Byron introduces the cast, setting the stage for an evening filled with music and community spirit. The ensemble includes Uncle Deb Dyer and his group, Snuffy with his banjo, little Jeanette and her pop Shorty, Carolina balladeer Ira Demery, and the charming barn dance Sweetheart, Ms. Evelyn. The show is proudly sponsored by the Columbia Coca Cola Bottling Company, emphasizing the timeless connection between Coca Cola and family gatherings.

2. Musical Performances

A. Alabama Jubilee

At 02:47, Uncle Deb Dyer opens the musical segment with a spirited rendition of "Alabama Jubilee," captivating listeners with lively instrumentation and spirited vocals.

B. Bluebonnet Lane

Following dedications, at 07:50, Uncle Deb Dyer performs "Bluebonnet Lane," a nostalgic ballad that evokes memories of sweet love and serene landscapes:

Uncle Deb Dyer ([07:50]): "In my lonely heart there linger a dream that haunts me again..."

C. Navajo Trail

At 12:28, Ira Demery introduces the Queens of Harmony, who deliver a soulful arrangement of "Navajo Trail," adding a rich harmonic layer to the show’s musical tapestry.

D. Houston Way

By 16:51, Ms. Evelyn takes center stage with "Houston Way," a tender song that highlights her melodic voice and emotional delivery:

Ms. Evelyn ([17:09]): "I call the day there's someone mighty sweet Someone I long to breathe down this way..."

E. Home in San Antonio

At 20:49, Uncle Deb Dyer returns with "Home in San Antonio," a heartfelt tune reflecting on the joys of home and community:

Uncle Deb Dyer ([21:19]): "Haven't got to worry, haven't got a care haven't got a thing to call my own..."

F. Rendezvous

Young talent Mickey Cottie steps up at 22:51 to perform "Rendezvous," adding youthful energy to the evening’s lineup:

Uncle Deb Dyer ([23:10]): "I've got a wrong de. I've got a wrong..."

G. It Won't Be Long (Hymn)

At 25:55, the trio closes with a moving hymn, "It Won't Be Long," offering a moment of reflection and community solidarity:

Ms. Evelyn ([25:55]): "It won't be long it won't be long it won't be long..."

H. Big Ball in Brooklyn

Closing the musical journey, Uncle Deb Dyer delivers "Big Ball in Brooklyn" at 28:14, a lively finale that leaves listeners tapping their toes:

Uncle Deb Dyer ([28:14]): "Big falling Brooklyn town... Dancing town."

3. Dedications and Messages

Throughout the episode, Byron Parker shares heartfelt dedications from listeners, honoring birthdays, service members, and loved ones. Notable dedications include:

• Private D.J. Jones
• Johnny Criscolola of the Columbia Army Air Base celebrating his birthday
• Corporal Grover Douglas and others serving overseas

These personal messages enhance the sense of community and connectedness that Harold's Old Time Radio strives to cultivate.

4. On-Air Banter and Conversations

The episode features engaging interactions among the cast, particularly between Byron Parker and Uncle Deb Dyer. At 10:11, Byron expresses concern over Uncle Deb’s energetic antics:

Byron Parker ([10:11]): "I'm worried about you, Uncle Deb."

Uncle Deb shares humorous anecdotes about his mother-in-law and the chaos she brings, adding levity and charm to the show. Their playful exchanges illustrate the familial bonds and light-heartedness that define the barn dance atmosphere.

5. Community Announcements and Final Remarks

As the show nears its end, Byron Parker makes community announcements, encouraging listeners to engage in activities like maintaining their victory gardens and enjoying ice-cold Coca Cola with family meals. The emphasis on Coca Cola ties back to the sponsorship, reinforcing the brand's role in fostering community moments.

By 29:33, Byron bids farewell with heartfelt gratitude to the performers and listeners:

Byron Parker ([29:46]): "Thanks to all these youngins for doing these songs and numbers so well today and we'll see you next week."

He invites listeners to join future broadcasts and community gatherings, ensuring that the spirit of the barn dance continues beyond the airwaves.

---

Conclusion

This episode of Harold's Old Time Radio encapsulates the essence of old-time radio barn dances, blending joyful music, sincere dedications, and endearing conversations. Through its rich musical performances and authentic interactions, the show offers a delightful escape into a bygone era where community and family came together around the radio. Whether reminiscing about the past or enjoying the live performances, listeners are treated to an engaging and heartwarming experience reminiscent of the golden age of radio.

Transcript

[Podcast Host]

This podcast is sponsored by IQ Bar.

[Will]

I've got good news and bad news. Here's the bad news. Most protein bars are packed with sugar and unpronounceable ingredients. The good news? There's a better option. I'm Will and I created IQ Bar Plant Protein Bars to empower doers like you with clean, delicious, low sugar, brain and body fuel. IQ bars are packed with 12 grams of protein, brain nutrients like magnesium and Lion's Mane and Zero Weird Stuff. And right now you can get 20% off all IQ Bar products plus free shipping. Try our delicious IQ Bar Sampler Pack with seven plant protein bars, four hydration mixes and four enhanced coffee sticks. Clean ingredients, amazing taste and you'll love how you feel. Refuel smarter, hydrate harder, Caffeinate larger with IQ Bar.

[Podcast Host]

Go to eatiqbar.com and enter code BAR20. To get 20% off all IQ Bar products plus free shipping. Again, go to eatiqbar.com and Enter code BAR20.

[Byron Parker]

The Wis. Blind Dance is on the air.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

3912 Club if you like a bond show, let's give a round of 10 fine days happy we get a play. Play no comp.

[Byron Parker]

Howdy neighbors. How's everybody Everywhere? It is 12:00 on Saturday and you know this gang's back on the air. You can't help but know it. All of them on hand too, and just raring to go with a lot of the old time favorites that you're waiting for. There's all the hillbillies, Uncle Deb Dyer and his group's right here in the studio with us. Snuffy, stand back now and don't mess things up here with your banjer. There's little Jeanette and her pop, Shorty. Our Carolina balladeer Ira Demery and her barn dance Sweetheart, Ms. Evelyn. All on the air again for the Columbia Coca Cola Bottling Company. The folks that see to it that you have as many Coca Colas at your house as you can possibly get these days. We're going to have a lot of fun. Join right in here with us and as the youngins go along singing these numbers that you know, just feel free to be one of us. Yes sir. To start things off, boys, let's really raise Rufus here with that old Alabama jubile.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Old Marsh and Brown running around like a clown. Soulmate Jemima pass 83 shouting I'm full of step, watch a step, watch a step. One legged Joe nesting rat on his toe Threw away his crushing the holler let her go. Well it hell hella games all Here.

[Byron Parker]

How fine going, folks? That's hill music, believe me. Played the right way. Well, Mom, I know you're busy with dinner about now. Great idea for cowboys to be home on the range. But it's not much fun for you, is it? Especially in hot weather. Here's a suggestion that will help you and delight the family. One or two days a week, serve the family an icebox lunch or a supper of appropriate cold cuts and salad with frosty bottles of Coca Cola on the side. Meal like that can be prepared in the cool of the morning. Just leave it right there in the refrigerator until you're ready for it. And don't forget to put the Coca Cola in the icebox at the same time. That way you get that delicious touch which makes any meal a real treat. Ask for and serve ice cold bottles of Coca Cola. Our Carolina balladeer now answering a lot of requests with this song today at mail call.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Had me upon today dear, your last.

[Byron Parker]

Letter came.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

I just stood there smiling till they called my name As I read it over the skies turned to gray and kicked it in my eyes Love had me a call today I can't understand love what's happened to you? The day that I feel love you said to be true but now it's.

[Ms. Evelyn]

All over.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

What more can I say? My poor heart was broken that meal called living I slept in the F and chill I'm telling you darling it's.

[Byron Parker]

Worse than all hell.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

I thought you would wait up while I was away but my cats are tumble Let me call today I hope you'll be happy with somebody new but always remember.

[Byron Parker]

My.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Heartbeat for you Good luck and God bless you wherever you ago.

[Byron Parker]

The world.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

For me ended at mail call to.

[Byron Parker]

That was mighty nice singing Ira Dimry. And thank you just a lot. We want to make a few dedications here on a broadcast today. Number for private D.J. jones. Johnny Criscolola of the Columbia Army Air Base is having a birthday. Mrs. B.M. mills wants a number for her mother and father, Mr. And Mrs. E.C. craven and Winston Bishop and James Naylor to have a tune. Bernice Lovell wants a number for her brother in service, Yvonne Seitler. Corporal Grover Douglas. Mrs. Earl Morris wants the number for her son in service and a number for Private First Class and Mrs. John Kasaya. Now that's just a few of the requests that we had for this broadcast today. Neighbors. Wish we had time to get around to all of them. Keep listening though. We'll be reading your name and making your dedications and doing those songs that you like? Here's one I think you'll enjoy. It's just Curly and the kid from the Ozark stepping to the microphone with Bluebonnet Lane.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

In my lonely heart there linger a dream that haunts me again. I'm a girl with eyes like a flower that grew down in Blue Bonnet Lane. I can see a pale moon rising above a blue gifted plane. And I walk with my blue eyed darling in my memory once again. Oh, those sweet happy hours in my heart they will always remain like the sweet fragments of the flower that grew down in Blue Bonnet Lane. In my lonely heart there lingers a dream that haunts me again. I look there with eyes like the flower that grew down in Blotted Lane. I can see a the pale moon rising above a blue misty plain. And I walk with my blue eyed darling in my memory once again. Oh, those sweet happy hour in my heart they will always remain like the sweet fragments of the flower that grew down Blue Bonnet Lane.

[Byron Parker]

You're bound to like that kind of singing. Much obliged to you, fellas. We got a boy here in the studio today that's just been a hopping around here like a one legged crow. Having more fun than anybody. Tell you what, he's just a fellow that don't care about much anything. And I'm talking about Uncle Deb Dyer. Come over here, young feller. I wanted to talk to you. Just a minute. I'm worried about you, uncle Deb.

[Ira Demery]

You worried about me? Don't worry about me. I'll take care of myself.

[Byron Parker]

Well, you was getting along pretty good yesterday, I'll have to grant you that. I just noticed you running across the street there yesterday as hard as you could tear. Cars are dodging you and I just was feared for your life there for a little while. But you got across the street. Remember I hollered at you there. Where in the world was you going?

[Ira Demery]

I know my room. I was in a hurry. I was in a big hurry too.

[Byron Parker]

You must have been. Yes, sir.

[Ira Demery]

I'm telling you. You know my mother in law. My mother in law ate 83 green apples.

[Byron Parker]

83 green apples.

[Ira Demery]

83 green apples.

[Byron Parker]

No wonder you was in a hurry, boy. You was going for a doctor, huh?

[Ira Demery]

Uh, I was going after more green apples. You know. I shouldn't talk about my mother in law that way.

[Byron Parker]

Well, that's the truth. You ought to be ashamed.

[Ira Demery]

She's a good old soul, you know she came to this country in a covered wagon.

[Byron Parker]

Came in a covered wagon?

[Ira Demery]

Yeah. If you'd see her face, you'd Know why too.

[Byron Parker]

You're heading for trouble now.

[Ira Demery]

Well, I don't know. She gives me lots of trouble. She lives with.

[Byron Parker]

Well, I know that must be troublesome with Sam.

[Ira Demery]

I know. There's only one thing. She just makes me nervous sometimes.

[Byron Parker]

Makes you nervous?

[Ira Demery]

Yeah, she's got gallstones, Byron.

[Byron Parker]

Now wait a minute, Uncle Deb. How could your mother in law having gallstones make you nervous?

[Ira Demery]

Well, I tell you, Byron, every time she rocks in a rocking chair. Sounded like a crap game going on.

[Byron Parker]

Uncle Deb, I don't know what I'm going to do with you. Say, I was just noticing a new face around your house over there. Who is that pretty girl staying with?

[Ira Demery]

Oh, that's my sister Melissa's girl. That's her daughter?

[Byron Parker]

Well, that's who that is, yes.

[Ira Demery]

I'm telling you, that's the craziest woman you ever seen in your life.

[Byron Parker]

What makes you say that, Uncle Dave?

[Ira Demery]

I'm telling you, she knows the least about more things than anyone you ever heard of. But that's the truth. I was going down to the barn the other day. She said to me, she says, where are you going? I said I'm going down to the barn. She says, can I come too? And I said, honey, you'll never come too. She might have came down and where I was at though, she got down there and I was milking an old cow and she said, what is that? I said, well, that's a cow. So she looked over in another pen over there. She looked over another pen, she said what is that little callous? And I said, no, that's little bullets, Uncle Deb.

[Byron Parker]

Now be ashamed of yourself. Say, Uncle Deb, I noticed you brought all the barn dance gang up here. Barnyard gang, I should say. I used to call them about the barn dance gang. I got a little mixed up there. I noticed they're all here and I just feel sure that these kids have got something special up their sleeves in the way of a song. Suppose you tell us what it's all about.

[Ira Demery]

Well, you know, by. I'd like to introduce to all the neighbors down here the Queens of Harmony. Their new outfit we got with us here now and they're featuring the voice of Dolores Adele and his special arrangement here of the Navajo Trail.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Every day along about 11 months my life beginning to fail My rise in slumbering scale and I love the novels of feel when it's not I think it's a falling and coyote coming In a way I dream but it's polar inspired along and trouble I love too long Listen to the music the wind's gonna take drag and star when over yonder hill the moon is shining it always finds me wishing on a star but what do you know it's morning already there's the dawn of silver and pale it's time to find a shadow and I love the wine Listen to the music when the wind is coming I say first and night when over yonder hill the moon is shining it always finds me waking on a star from what do you know is one and a There's the dawn as a shimmer and sailing rising.

[Podcast Host]

This podcast is sponsored by IQ Bar.

[Will]

I've got good news and bad news. Here's the bad news. Most protein bars are packed with sugar and unpronounceable ingredients. The good news? There's a better option. I'm Will and I created IQ Bar Plant protein bars to empower doers like you with clean, delicious, low sugar, brain and body fuel. IQ bars are packed with 12 grams of protein, brain nutrients like magnesium and Lion's Mane and Zero Weird Stuff. And right now you can get 20% off all IQ Bar products plus free shipping. Try our delicious IQ Bar Sampler Pack with seven plant protein bars, four hydration mixes and four enhanced coffee sticks. Clean ingredients, amazing taste and you'll love how you feel. Refuel smarter, hydrate harder, Caffeinate larger with.

[Podcast Host]

IQ Bar go to eatiqbar.com and enter code BAR20. To get 20% off all IQ Bar products plus free shipping. Again, go to eatiqbar.comand enter code BAR20.

[Stiles Mackenzie]

We interrupt this program to bring you an important Wayfair message. Wayfair's got style tips for every home. This is Stiles Mackenzie helping you make those rooms sing. Today's Style Tip when it comes to making a statement, treat bold patterns like neutrals go wild like an untamed animal print area rug under a rustic farmhouse table From Wayfair Fierce. This has been your Wayfair style tip to keep those interiors superior.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Wayfair Every style, every home.

[Byron Parker]

Say I've done too much talking. Now we got to have her barn dance. Sweetheart. For a special song, Ms. Evelyn, suppose you step right up here, front and center and let's go down Houston way.

[Ms. Evelyn]

I call the day there's someone mighty sweet Someone I long to breathe down this way my gun from far apart the one who has my heart down in way with eyes and blue and blue eye hair as pretty as a yellow texture oh someday I lo my love to love and I'll make my home way I Won't be gay until that happy night I make that someone mind down Houston way I'm here to say I'll never smile again until we meet again and now get some way she's got lecture and counted every text is over she's mighty good to look at from her head to her nose I know some day that wet.

[Byron Parker]

You know, Americans around the world never seem to lose their homegrown talent for making friends. For evidence of that, here's what one young army lieutenant writes from overseas who played ping pong, had Coca Cola, and then sang songs with the chaplain and the ast group around little portable organ. Well, with men in uniform, as with us at home, nothing breaks the ice among strangers quicker than a few songs, a game or two and a friendly round of Coke. Whether it's at the family fireside or in far off lands, Coca Cola is a symbol of friendly understanding and good comradeship. As for bottle Cokes, frosty and delicious, Coca Cola is the real.

[Ms. Evelyn]

It's. It's.

[Byron Parker]

Oh, goodness, the lies short of Williams just knocking the strings off that mandolin and everybody else trying to stay hidden behind him. Curly, you've been helping everybody out with the music and not doing much singing. Suppose you come up here with a song today, Another one of those western tunes. Home in San Antonio.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Haven't got to worry, haven't got a care haven't got a thing to call my own. Though I'm out of money, I'm a million I still have my pumping pen and told would I greet my neighbor with a how you all, I'm wealthy as the king of honesty. You can have your mansion, I'll cut it. I'll just take my home and fan.

[Ms. Evelyn]

And toll.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Travel over the country on my merry way. Been in crowds and fell for hours alone. But when I feel like bragging, I just dance. I'm a native. Someday she's going to be my very own. Then we'll get a high chair in a year or so for our little home in Pan.

[Byron Parker]

Well, now, there's another young fella here in the studio that should be featured on up here on this program today. And I'm going to ask Uncle Deb Dyer if he won't let me have him right now. Is it all right, Uncle Deb? Yeah, go ahead.

[Ira Demery]

It's okay with me.

[Byron Parker]

Well, I tell you, this boy's got one of the nicest voices that I've heard in a long while when it comes to doing sweet numbers. Mickey Cottie. And he's going to do one of Uncle Deb's own numbers. It's a fine tune to my way of thinking. A rendezvous with a ro.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

I've got a wrong de. I've got a wrong. She's a lo. From my heart and my star shines.

[Ms. Evelyn]

So bright we will soon together with.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

The moon fell on my.

[Ms. Evelyn]

And then I'll hold the clothes in my arms and it's pred.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

That we never find so I can hardly wait Rendezvous I've got a wrong.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Label with.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

I've got a wrong.

[Byron Parker]

Shine.

[Ms. Evelyn]

So bright we still want to heaven for me for a long.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

And then I'll hold the gold and whisper, dear that we never fall.

[Byron Parker]

So.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

I can before clock strikes eight When I.

[Byron Parker]

Like that song. And certainly, Mickey Cutty, we say, thanks a lot for singing it for us today. You know, I think one sweet number always should follow another. And especially a hymn. I want to do a hymn today for all those many friends out birthdays and anniversaries. Those with loved ones here at home and away from home. The ones that you're praying for overseas. It's our trio singing. It Won't be long.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

It won't be.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Long it won't be long.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

It won't.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Be long.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Someday I forever be Forever be.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Long.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

I want my friend I want my string to all go with you all go with me and sing with me and sing with me it won't be long it won't be long it won't be long it won't be long Till I tell joy Till I shall ever and.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Praise the Lord oh, my God.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

It won't be long it won't be.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Long.

[Byron Parker]

Beautiful hymns, friends. You just can't beat them the way these boys sing them. And I'm certain that all of our barn dance neighbors enjoyed that one today. Well, my, that clock's just sneaking up on us as fast as it can. We got to have one more go around here, though, Pappy, before we leave. Suppose you come up here to the fiddle. And all you boys gather around. Now. Let's have a big ball in Brooklyn.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Big falling Brooklyn town Big falling brook Floundering, dancing town over come the railroad Sleeping on the ground they call the crackers and peppers they fall in Broad Landing Dancing town they fall in broad be Dancing town.

[Byron Parker]

Oh, goodness alive. That sounded swell. You know, neighbors, long about sundown. Be sure to remember to sprinkle your victory garden. And your flower bed, if you have one. You know, the good earth appreciates refreshment now and then. And incidentally, when you're finished, why not stop yourself for the welcome pause that refreshes with ice cold Coca Cola. You'll find Coke a great treat, all frosty and delicious right off the ice. So don't forget to ask for Coca Cola in bottles. Look for that bright red cooler just around the corner from anywhere and make your FS the F that refreshes with ice cold bottles of Coca Cola. It's the real thing.

[Uncle Deb Dyer]

Remember neighbor. Remember neighbor. Remember neighbor. Make me call me back.

[Ms. Evelyn]

Again.

[Byron Parker]

You know I hate like everything to leave today. We had a lot more things to do, but we'll just have to come back next Saturday you to be right there at your radio neighbors at 12 o'clock because at noontime on Saturday it's always a session with the Barn Dance Crew. Thanks to you by the Columbia Coca Cola Bottling Company. And I'd like to invite you to come down and be with us in the studio. You're mighty welcome. Got a lot of room down here and we'd just be tickled to have you as a part of our get together. Make it next week if you can. Now want to remind all you folks around Turbyville, South Carolina we're heading your way tonight with all the Barn Dance Crew. It's a great big get together over there and we're looking for all of you. Well that just does it. Just want to say thanks to all these youngins for doing these songs and numbers so well today and we'll see you next week. Speaking for them all, this is Byron Parker, your old hired hand saying go to church tomorrow all of you that can have a pleasant weekend and goodbye, good health and God bless you everyone. Wis Columbia, South Carolina A transcription.

[Indeed Representative]

You just realized your business needed to hire someone yesterday. How can you find amazing candidates fast? Easy. Just use Indeed. Stop struggling to get your job posts seen on other job sites with Indeed sponsored Jobs. Your post jumps to the top of the page for your relevant candidates so you can reach the people you want faster. According to Indeed data, sponsored jobs posted directly on indeed have 45% more applications than non sponsored or jobs. Don't wait any longer. Speed up your hiring right now with Indeed and listeners of this show will get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility@ Indeed.com Arts. Just go to Indeed.com Arts right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Hiring Indeed is all you need.