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September 20, 1943: War Bonds and Wordplay with Clare Boothe Luce
Information Please
28 minutes
4 months ago
September 20, 1943: War Bonds and Wordplay with Clare Boothe Luce
In this September 20, 1943, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman leads the panel from the stage of Baltimore’s Lyric Theatre during a special war bond drive. The experts—John Kieran, Oscar Levant, and Franklin P. Adams—are joined by special guest Clare Boothe Luce, the renowned playwright and congresswoman from Connecticut. <br />This lively episode features quick-fire trivia on Baltimore’s most famous sons, memorable family feuds in literature and fact, legendary airplane flights, and a creative game linking names to rivers, lakes, and ponds. The panel tackles literary characters, musical cues, and even modern art, with Luce’s wit and charm adding a fresh dynamic. As part of the nationwide effort, the show celebrates the massive sale of war bonds and includes a stirring message about their importance to the country’s future. <br />With its perfect blend of brain-teasing fun, cultural insight, and patriotic spirit, this episode stands out as a vibrant moment in wartime radio history. Tune in for sparkling banter and sharp minds on Information Please!