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Bert Lahr / Art Carney / Delta Rhythm Boys / Mimi Benzell

Bert Lahr tribute - Lahr appears in three sketches: (1) Baseball sketch with Art Carney. Baseball coach Lahr is interviewed by Carney. (2) ""Schneider's Miracle"" - Lahr as a garbage man picking up litter in Central Park. (3) ""The Wood Chooper"" - Woodchopper Bert sings to his ax. Other guests: --Barry Fitzgerald (comedian) --Pat Harrington, Jay Villa and Rob Chambers - salute the upcomming Presidental election by singing ""I Like Ike."" --Barry Fitzgerald recites an excerpt from Abe Lincoln's second inaugural speech. --The Delta Ryhthm Boys (R&B group) - sing ""Dem Bones"" --Nancy Crompton (ballerina) appears on stage with Ed. --Harry Mimmo (comedian, tap dancer) - dances and does a comedy routine. --Mimi Benzell (opera singer) - unknown song --Show closes with ballet dancers on performing on stage (while closing credits roll).

English
  • Originally Aired November 9, 1952
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network CBS
  • Created November 9, 2006 by
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