Special saluting performers and songwriters who have entertained generations of Americans, These veteran entertainers perform the songs and sketches that made them famous. 

Produced By Grey Lockwood.          




Dupe of 7219.                                                                                  

Ed Beach moderates this radio broadcast series on WRVA, New York City.  

This broadcast features highlights of varied complete cuts of the Count Basie Orchestra with Basie on piano focusing on the 1930's and 1940's.   Ed Beach discusses each individual in the band and their instruments played for each recording.       

May 26, 1971-July 28, 1971. 
A 10-part PBS series of concerts featuring outstanding jazz artists. 

Tenor Saxophonist Gene Ammons blows the soul sound. Accompanying him: trumpeter King Kolax, guitarist George Freeman, pianist Wallace Burton, bassist Chester Williamson and drummer Bob Guthrie. Selections include "Madame Queen," "Didn't We?" and "Jungle Strut."           

Celebrities perform and appeal for funds to fight Muscular Dystrophy on Jerry Lewis' 10th Labor Day Telethon. 

Scheduled for 20 hours with segment cutaways by local Indiana NBC affiliate station Channel 14, originally recorded but deleted from this master tape. 

The broadcasts opens introducing the show coming from The Americana Hotel in New York and from Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. The show opens with Jerry Lewis welcoming all for this important fund raising marathon TV broadcast. Guests include Mike Douglas who converses with Jerry and sings, "This Could Be the Start of Something Big." 

Johnny Carson appears and works with Jerry showing his prowess as a magician which he states he began at the age of 12. Johnny Cash does a long stint singing a melody of his hits as well as the entire Carter Family including June Carter. 

Other stars perform including Yvonne De Carlo who sings a song from her Broadway starring role in "Follies." Jack Palance (on film) provides a moving soliloquy reflecting the affliction of MD, called "I Hate People Especially Children."

Cast of Godspell perform. David Hartman joins Jerry. Joey Heatherton performs "When There's a Shine on Your Shoes."

Also on the telethon is stand-up comedian Jerry Villa, and The 5th Dimension perform. Maria Callas appears and praises Jerry. Henry M. Watts Jr. National President of MDA speaks highly of the great work that Jerry Lewis has done for Muscular Dystrophy. 

Bonnie Franklin sings "Applause."
Van Johnson chats with Jerry. Connie Francis sings two songs including "Walk a Mile in My Shoes."
  
A film is shown taken in Paris praising Jerry Lewis. Buddy Rich and his orchestra perform. Jerry calls Dr. Michael DeBakey his "brother" with great respect. They talk. Sarah Vaughn sings "Tonight."

Jerry signs off with his theme song "You'll Never Walk Alone."

NOTE: Not complete.
                                                     

Johnny Carson hosts a musical variety special saluting performers who have entertained several generations of Americans. Bette Davis is featured in her first singing appearance on television. Other guests include Eddie Foy Jr., Jack Oakie, Beatrice Kay, and Ethel Waters.    

Duplicate of #6127.          

Active in the anti-war movement, actress Jane Fonda traveled to the North Vietnamese capital of Hanoi in July, 1972, visiting sites bombed by the United States. She also met with prisoners of war and visited a military installation during her two-week stay.       

Jerry Lewis's fund-raising campaign for Muscular Dystrophy from the Sahara Hotel in Las Vegas which represents his first National MDA broadcast away from New York.  
  
The broadcast begins at 9 PM Eastern time on September 2nd, 1973 and concludes on September 3rd, 1973 at 6:30 PM Eastern time. This was the first time the telethon was telecast from Las Vegas.   

This year's Muscular Dystrophy Association of America telethon raised a record $12,395,983 in pledged money during its 21 1/2 hours of telecasting. There are numerous half hour cutaway breaks from the National broadcast...giving Jerry Lewis a break in the action, and these cutaways are hosted by a litany of hosts all over the country depending on the station broadcasting this marathon broadcast. In New York hosting at different intervals were Buddy Hackett, William B. Williams, Julius LaRosa and Soupy Sales and Mel Torme. In Nashville, Roy Clark hosted, etc. etc. This broadcast was recorded off the air in Schenectady New York, via station affiliate WRGB. 
The hosts of locally cutaway segments on this audio air check are that of Ed, and Steve. There segments equate to approximatively 120 minutes of this 300 minute TV Audio Air Check broadcast excerpt. 200 minutes (approximately 3 and half hours reflect the National segments).    

This broadcast recording begins at approximately 11:30 EST on Monday, September 3, 1973. John Gavin sings, "We've Got It." The New Seekers, British pop group perform, "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing." Peter Marshall is praised by Jerry for his game show Hollywood Squares. There is a film promo for MSD. Carol Lawrence sings "A Bright Sunshiny Day, and "Sand Dance." Her husband Robert Goulet and Carol talk with Jerry. Paul Anka who flew in specifically to sing on the show a rendition of "I Did it My Way," changing the lyrics related to Jerry Lewis's MDA telethon contributions sings this version. Phyllis Diller does a stand-up routine. 
Andy Williams introduces each of the Lennon Sisters, Janet, Kathy, Peggy, and Dee Dee. Williams sings, "Close to You."
We get a local feed with Mel Torme who sings a duet with Jerry and then interviews Gina Lollobrigida who discusses her photography book "Italia Mia" containing three years of her work...a collection of 191 still pictures of Italians your and elders, families, sights and scenery. 
Enzo Stuart sings "Maria." Red Buttons performs and sings "Brother Can You Spare a Dime," and his signature song, "HO HO."    
Jerry wraps up the broadcast stating that when he began work for MDA he had but one secretary in 1950 and now his fund raising event is the second biggest in America. Jerry signs off singing, "You'll Never Walk Alone."                                                                                                         

Jerry Lewis's fund-raising campaign for Muscular Dystrophy from the Sahara Hotel in Las Vegas which represents his first National MDA broadcast away from New York.  
  
The National television broadcast begins at 9 PM Eastern time on September 2nd, 1973 and concludes on September 3rd, 1973 at 6:30 PM Eastern time. This was the first time the Jerry Lewis Labor Day National Telethon was telecast from Las Vegas.   

This year's Muscular Dystrophy Association of America telethon raised a record $12,395,983 in pledged money during its 21 1/2 hours of telecasting. There are numerous half hour cutaway breaks from the National broadcast...giving Jerry Lewis a break in the action, and these cutaways are hosted by a litany of hosts all over the country depending on the station broadcasting this marathon broadcast. 

NOTE: THIS TAPE HAS NONE OF THE LOCAL CUTAWAY MATERIAL...ONLY THE NATIONAL BROADCAST EXCERPTS WITH THE STARS LISTED HERE, WHO WERE RECORDED. MANY PERSONALITIES APPEARING ON THE 
COMPLETE BROADCAST WERE NOT AUDIO TAPED AND THEREFORE NOT PRESENT IN THIS PRESENTATION.  

 In New York hosting at different intervals were Buddy Hackett, William B. Williams, Julius LaRosa and Soupy Sales and Mel Torme. In Nashville, Roy Clark hosted, etc. etc. This broadcast was recorded off the air in Schenectady New York, via station affiliate WRGB. 
The hosts of locally cutaway segments on this audio air check are that of Ed, and Steve. Their segments equate to approximatively 120 minutes of this 300 minute TV Audio Air Check broadcast excerpt. 

SEE ATA#8375. 
 
200 minutes (approximately 3 and half hours reflect the National segments).    

This broadcast recording begins at approximately 11:30 EST on Monday, September 3, 1973. John Gavin sings, "We've Got It." The New Seekers, British pop group perform, "I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing." Peter Marshall is praised by Jerry for his game show Hollywood Squares. There is a film promo for MSD. Carol Lawrence sings "A Bright Sunshiny Day, and "Sand Dance." Her husband Robert Goulet and Carol talk with Jerry. Paul Anka who flew in specifically to sing on the show a rendition of "I Did it My Way," changing the lyrics related to Jerry Lewis's MDA telethon contributions sings this version. Phyllis Diller does a stand-up routine. 
Andy Williams introduces each of the Lennon Sisters, Janet, Kathy, Peggy, and Dee Dee. Williams sings, "Close to You."
We get a local feed with Mel Torme who sings a duet with Jerry and then interviews Gina Lollobrigida who discusses her photography book "Italia Mia" containing three years of her work...a collection of 191 still pictures of Italians your and elders, families, sights and scenery. 
Enzo Stuart sings "Maria." Red Buttons performs and sings "Brother Can You Spare a Dime," and his signature song, "HO HO."    
Jerry wraps up the broadcast stating that when he began work for MDA he had but one secretary in 1950 and now his fund raising event is the second biggest in America. Jerry signs off singing, "You'll Never Walk Alone."                                                                                                                                                

Jackie Gleason's first TV special in three years. A honeymooner's skit on Women's Lib. Jackie brings back his Joe The Bartender and Poor Soul routines. Cameo appearance by Burt Parks.                        

An interview with New York State Senator Jacob Javits.           

A comedy /variety special honoring Jack Benny's second exodus from television. Jack does a comic monologue which includes a cameo appearance by Johnny Carson, Jack Webb and Harry Morgan question Jack about a crime, and a skit with Jack and George Burns as Roman Statues. Other guests are Don Rickles, Dinah Shore, and Redd Foxx. 
                     Music Highlights
"Heartbeat It's A Lovebeat" and "Abracadabra"-De Franco Family
"You Gotta See Momma Every Night"-Dinah Shore
"It Had To Be You"-Dinah Shore 

                                                              

A comedy /variety special honoring Jack Benny's second exodus from television. Jack does a comic monologue which includes a cameo appearance by Johnny Carson, Jack Webb and Harry Morgan question Jack about a crime, and a skit with Jack and George Burns as Roman Statues. Other guests are Don Rickles, Dinah Shore, and Redd Foxx. 
                     Music Highlights
"Heartbeat It's A Lovebeat" and "Abracadabra"-De Franco Family
"You Gotta See Momma Every Night"-Dinah Shore
"It Had To Be You"-Dinah Shore 

Duplicate of 17592.

                                                                           

Nixon defense attorney James St. Clair holds news conference opposing Nixon's impeachment.       

The musical talent of Jack Jones and those of his father, Allan Jones & friends are featured in various California settings.

Duplicate of # 5295.              

A one-woman concert with folk singer/guitarist Joan Baez.             

Jerry Lewis' annual campaign to raise funds to fight muscular dystrophy. Five and a half hour excerpt of a 21 & half hour Tenth consecutive year campaign. Anchorman Ed McMahon joins Jerry in Las Vegas while Julius LaRosa is the MC in New York.

NOTE:
The coverage of this five and half hour excerpt was recorded 12:15 to 3:15pm and conclusion from 4:00 to 6:30pm.
Scheduled entertainment includes production numbers from Broadway musicals, "The Wiz" and "The Magic Show," and Las Vegas acts, including Dick Clark's "Good Ol' Rock 'n' Roll." Also slated to appear Carol Burnett, Johnny Cash and June Carter, Mike Douglas, Peggy Lee, Jack Lemmon, Liberace. 

SOME OF THE ABOVE PERFORMANCES AND PERFORMERS MAY BE INCLUDED IN THIS 5 & 1/2 HOUR EXCERPT...SOME MAY NOT. 

Host Jonathan Winters is joined by his guests to celebrate 200 years of American comedy.

Jonathan Winters portrays historical and legendary characters in a humorous look at America's Heritage. Highlights include a visit to a Colonial Barn Sale where Benjamin Franklin is trying to unload all of his old inventions; an interview by guest David Doyle with Paul Revere's blacksmith; a spoof of a silent movie melodrama; and a performance of "Lazy River" by Scatman Crothers. 

This SPECIAL BROADCAST pre-emts LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE.           

Jonathan Winters presents 200 years of American humor.         

Jack Jones in concert with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.              

Musical television special starring John Denver and Frank Sinatra, with Count Basie, Harry James, Tommy Dorsey and Nelson Riddle.

Tribute to the big band era.    

  Frank Sinatra headlines this John Denver television special broadcast preceding  the 48th Academy Awards on ABC. 

A salute to the musical styles that spanned the 1930's and mid 1940's. 

HIGHLIGHTS:

"Love is Everywhere"..........................................John Denver
"I've Got You Under My Skin"...........................Frank Sinatra

A medley of of songs sung by John Denver and Frank Sinatra backed by Harry James and his  Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey and his Orchestra, Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra, Count Basie and his Orchestra. 

"One O'clock Jump," "All or Nothing at All," "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You," "I'll Never Smile Again," "Let's Get Away From It All," "Witchcraft," "Learnin' the Blues," and  "It Was a Good Year" 

Duplicate Of # 7222                                   

Musical television special starring John Denver and Frank Sinatra, with Count Basie, Harry James, Tommy Dorsey and Nelson Riddle.

Tribute to the big band era.    

  Frank Sinatra headlines this John Denver television special broadcast preceding  the 48th Academy Awards on ABC. 

A salute to the musical styles that spanned the 1930's and mid 1940's. 

HIGHLIGHTS:

"Love is Everywhere"..........................................John Denver
"I've Got You Under My Skin"...........................Frank Sinatra

A medley of of songs sung by John Denver and Frank Sinatra backed by Harry James and his  Orchestra, Tommy Dorsey and his Orchestra, Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra, Count Basie and his Orchestra. 

"One O'clock Jump," "All or Nothing at All," "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You," "I'll Never Smile Again," "Let's Get Away From It All," "Witchcraft," "Learnin' the Blues," and  "It Was a Good Year" 
                             

Marine and land iguanas are followed from the depths of surrounding seas to the rim of the most active volcano. 
Narrated by Rod Serling. Originally telecast in 1971.            

Democratic presidential candidate Jimmy Carter in a political campaign speech.       

Johnny Cash, his family & friends re-live the great entertainer's all-time favorite Christmases.

A Christmas special with the Davidson and Lennon families.  

Animated Walt Disney classic about Mowgli, a young orphan boy who is found in a basket in India and raised by a wolf.           

An hour of music and song starring Julie Andrews and her guest Peter Sellers.

Repeat Broadcast from April 18th, 1975.         

Johnny Cash, his family & friends re-live the great entertainer's all-time favorite Christmases.

Johnny Cash, his family & friends re-live the great entertainer's all-time favorite Christmases. 

Duplicate Of # 6747.            

NBC presented six specials, aired at different times, the first broadcast February 7, 1978. Other broadcasts aired include August 8 & 16, 1978. Not widely referenced or remembered.

Familiar faces join forces with newcomers in this comedy hour, still being edited at press time. In sketches, Milton Berle, Red Buttons, Martha Raye and Lloyd Nolan depict life aboard a cruise ship; and Connie Stevens interviews George Washington's brother (Will Geer) and Abraham Lincoln's brother (Robert Guillaume). Also: skits, monologues and blackouts with stand-up comics Skip Stephenson and Tom Dreesen, Rose Marie, Marcia Wallace.   

Duplicate of 6708.                                   

NBC presented six specials, aired at different times, the first broadcast February 7, 1978. Other broadcasts aired include August 8 & 16, 1978. Not widely referenced or remembered.

Familiar faces join forces with newcomers in this comedy hour, still being edited at press time. In sketches, Milton Berle, Red Buttons, Martha Raye and Lloyd Nolan depict life aboard a cruise ship; and Connie Stevens interviews George Washington's brother (Will Geer) and Abraham Lincoln's brother (Robert Guillaume). Also: skits, monologues and blackouts with stand-up comics Skip Stephenson and Tom Dreesen, Rose Marie, Marcia Wallace.