["Medals or Money - Esther Williams," "Body and Soul," "The Blues of the Record Man"]
Saturday, October 29, 1949
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This episode is from the WNYC archives. It may contain language which is no longer politically or socially appropriate.
Variety show includes performances by children of the P.A.L. and short skits by the Police Athletic League Players.
Story of swimming star Esther William's career.
Song: "The Blues of the Record Man" about the life of the disc jockey.
Audio courtesy of the NYC Municipal Archives WNYC Collection
WNYC archives id: 69615
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Pals of the P.A.L.
About Pals of the P.A.L.
Variety show with a special focus on youth, performed by members of the Police Athletic League.
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