Jerry and His Donkey | All Star Western Theatre (01-10-48)
Summary
This episode features the January 10, 1948 broadcast of "All Star Western Theatre," titled "Jerry and His Donkey." The story follows Jerry Colonna, a cowboy fired from the W.W. Ranch after his beloved donkey, Honky, causes a romantic misunderstanding with wealthy visitor Frieda Prentice. As Jerry attempts to marry Frieda, Honky’s stubbornness leads to a chaotic wedding day where the donkey ultimately ruins the ceremony. The episode includes musical performances by the Riders of the Purple Sage and original period commercials for Weber’s Bread.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship: Just Food For Dogs
Show Introduction and Episode Details
Opening Song: Out on the Texas Plains
Host Introduction and Guest Welcome
Song: No One to Cry To
Sponsorship: Weber's Bread
Song: I Could Not Believe It Was True
Story Introduction: Jerry and His Donkey
Cowboys Discuss Jerry and the Donkey
Jerry Explains His Dismissal
Jerry and Frieda's Romance
Monty Montana's Advice
The Decision to Take Honky
Wedding Day Chaos with Honky
Song: My Poky Little Donkey
Post-Song Banter and Sponsorship
Sponsorship: Weber's Bread
Song: Riding the Old Honor Trail
Closing Remarks and Credits
Outro and Final Sponsorship
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