…world’s first commercial radio station, KDKA, began broadcasting in Pittsburgh in 1920.
Charlie McCarthy and Edgar Bergen made their radio debut on NBC's The Chase and Sanborn Hour (sponsored by a noted coffee brand) in 1937, supported by singer Nelson Eddy (a role later filled by Dale Evans, amongst others). After a famous feud with W. C. Fields in the 1930s (during which Charlie often vowed to the comedian that he'd "mow him down"), the dummy became a true icon.
810320 - The Million Dollar Scam
OMF470427 [142]
YTJD 540202 202 The Paul Gorrell Matter [AFRTS]
Calling All Cars 1934-02-14 (012)The Times Bombing Case
VS440926 - Box Of Old Letters [099]