https://retro-otr.com/channel/comedy/lum-and-abner/ Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:02:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Keith Heltsley no episodic podcast https://retro-otr.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/rotr-logo.jpg https://retro-otr.com/channel/comedy/lum-and-abner/ TV-G Daily Be a contributor using Patreon.com Be a contributor using Patreon.com e86cb635-bd65-5a6e-97b6-1c6484abbf7d 43527961 comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radioTake regular trips to Pine Ridge to see what Lum and Abner areup to in the Jot 'Em Down Store. Country comedy from a time gone by. Take regular trips to Pine Ridge to see what Lum and Abner areup to in the Jot 'Em Down Store. Country comedy from a time gone by. keith@retro-otr.comKeith Heltsley https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-using-feed-to-pay-admission-to-circus-350314/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-using-feed-to-pay-admission-to-circus-350314/#respond Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:09:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4203 https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-using-feed-to-pay-admission-to-circus-350314/feed/ 0 full 14:13 4203 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Do your youngsters a good turn by letting them drink Horlicks for nourishment, strong bones, and teeth. And Kids like the delicious flavor. Carlton Bricker announces that the flashlight…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Do your youngsters a good turn by letting them drink Horlicks for nourishment, strong bones, and teeth. And Kids like the delicious flavor. Carlton Bricker announces that the flashlight…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-back-in-partnership-350313/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-back-in-partnership-350313/#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:02:10 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4200 https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-back-in-partnership-350313/feed/ 0 full 14:09 4200 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlick’s: Take part in the upcoming First Aid Awareness Weekend, and remember to buy the highest quality products from your druggist, namely Horlicks. Hey, do they still have First Aid…Keith HeltsleyHorlick’s: Take part in the upcoming First Aid Awareness Weekend, and remember to buy the highest quality products from your druggist, namely Horlicks. Hey, do they still have First Aid…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-abner-forecloses-on-circus-350312/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-abner-forecloses-on-circus-350312/#respond Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:01:45 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4175 https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-abner-forecloses-on-circus-350312/feed/ 0 full 14:14 4175 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: The original malted milk. Take it as part of the Horlick weight control plan. Satisfying, but without the extra calories. Carlton Bricker reminds listeners who requested flashlights to patiently…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: The original malted milk. Take it as part of the Horlick weight control plan. Satisfying, but without the extra calories. Carlton Bricker reminds listeners who requested flashlights to patiently…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-almost-all-of-abners-merchandise-is-gone-350311/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-almost-all-of-abners-merchandise-is-gone-350311/#respond Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:06:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4155 https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-almost-all-of-abners-merchandise-is-gone-350311/feed/ 0 full 13:22 4155 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Invented by William Horlick, over 50 years ago (1880’s) to serve a need for sick people who are convalescing from illness. In Pine Ridge, Abner is running out of…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Invented by William Horlick, over 50 years ago (1880’s) to serve a need for sick people who are convalescing from illness. In Pine Ridge, Abner is running out of…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350308-broken-down-circus-comes-to-pine-ridge/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350308-broken-down-circus-comes-to-pine-ridge/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:04:50 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4095 https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350308-broken-down-circus-comes-to-pine-ridge/feed/ 0 full 14:42 4095 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Recommended by doctors to help develop strong bodies and teeth for children. Carlton Bricker reminds listeners that the flashlight factories are still working hard to send out all the…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Recommended by doctors to help develop strong bodies and teeth for children. Carlton Bricker reminds listeners that the flashlight factories are still working hard to send out all the…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350306-abner-operates-store-in-swap-basis/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350306-abner-operates-store-in-swap-basis/#respond Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:05:21 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4071 https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350306-abner-operates-store-in-swap-basis/feed/ 0 full 13:58 4071 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: As active as kids are, they need an occasional energy boost, and Horlicks tablets are just the thing to keep them going. Now let’s see what’s happening down in…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: As active as kids are, they need an occasional energy boost, and Horlicks tablets are just the thing to keep them going. Now let’s see what’s happening down in…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350305-lum-and-abner-divide-up-the-store/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:05:41 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4053 full 14:17 4053 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Good news for overweight listeners. Now you can diet on a safe plan with Horlicks. Just a glass of malted milk at noon should do the trick. Carlton Bricker…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Good news for overweight listeners. Now you can diet on a safe plan with Horlicks. Just a glass of malted milk at noon should do the trick. Carlton Bricker…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350304-abner-wants-to-start-trading-merchandise/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:04:34 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4025 full 13:44 4025 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Some products are just far better than others. For 50 years, Horlicks has led the market of malted milk products. Now, what’s happening in Pine Ridge? With Abner stepping…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Some products are just far better than others. For 50 years, Horlicks has led the market of malted milk products. Now, what’s happening in Pine Ridge? With Abner stepping…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350301-squire-pays-abner-for-rights-to-soap/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:08:59 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3991 full 13:51 3991 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Planning a party? Wondering what to serve? Try a Horlick beverage, or a Horlick sandwich. Just kidding about the sandwich. Now let’s have a look at what’s happening in…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Planning a party? Wondering what to serve? Try a Horlick beverage, or a Horlick sandwich. Just kidding about the sandwich. Now let’s have a look at what’s happening in…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350228-abner-buys-ten-cases-of-soap/ Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:05:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3980 full 13:47 3980 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Brickert reads a testimonial letter of how Horlicks helped a sick baby grow strong, and recover his health. Abner has been taking advantage of his new found authority…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Carlton Brickert reads a testimonial letter of how Horlicks helped a sick baby grow strong, and recover his health. Abner has been taking advantage of his new found authority…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350227-lum-and-cedric-dont-like-abner-as-boss/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:04:21 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3962 full 14:12 3962 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Accept no substitutes. Any others are a false economy, made from inferior products. Carlton Bricker announces that though the flashlight offer is over, those who are still awaiting theirs…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Accept no substitutes. Any others are a false economy, made from inferior products. Carlton Bricker announces that though the flashlight offer is over, those who are still awaiting theirs…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350226-jotem-down-store-reopens/ Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:04:35 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3943 full 13:33 3943 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Your druggist has your highest health concern at heart. That’s why Horlicks is found, and recommended by drugstores everywhere. Lum had been elected by a small margin. Realizing he…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Your druggist has your highest health concern at heart. That’s why Horlicks is found, and recommended by drugstores everywhere. Lum had been elected by a small margin. Realizing he…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350222-abner-asks-listeners-to-vote-for-lum/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:06:24 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3868 full 13:38 3868 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert advises listeners the flashlight offer ends soon. Now, let’s see what’s happening down in Pine Ridge. Abner takes criticism over his efforts to get his money back, after…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert advises listeners the flashlight offer ends soon. Now, let’s see what’s happening down in Pine Ridge. Abner takes criticism over his efforts to get his money back, after…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350221-squire-donates-abners-insurance-money/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:03:33 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3848 full 13:45 3848 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Use it for sick kids. Easy even for babies to digest, and helps them recover from sickness. Ready for another visit to Pine Ridge? Let’s go! Abner is afraid…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Use it for sick kids. Easy even for babies to digest, and helps them recover from sickness. Ready for another visit to Pine Ridge? Let’s go! Abner is afraid…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-350220-newspaper-reports-on-abners-donation/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:08:28 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3833 full 13:46 3833 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Not getting enough sleep? Just before going to bed, treat yourself to a hot glass of Horlicks. The flashlight promo is coming to an end. Squire is organizing all…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Not getting enough sleep? Just before going to bed, treat yourself to a hot glass of Horlicks. The flashlight promo is coming to an end. Squire is organizing all…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350218-restocking-of-the-jotem-down-store-begins/ Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:04:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3812 full 13:38 3812 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: For weight control, easy to digest, keeps your alert, helps children grow. Carlton Brickert reminds listeners that the flashlight factory is swamped, so wait patiently. The flashlight promotion has…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: For weight control, easy to digest, keeps your alert, helps children grow. Carlton Brickert reminds listeners that the flashlight factory is swamped, so wait patiently. The flashlight promotion has…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350215-abner-hires-cedric-to-carry-a-campaign-poster/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:02:46 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3558 full 13:48 3558 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert reports that the flashlight factory is swamped, but all who write in for one will get one. At the close of the last visit to Pine Ridge, Lum…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert reports that the flashlight factory is swamped, but all who write in for one will get one. At the close of the last visit to Pine Ridge, Lum…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350214-lum-has-lead-in-election-for-store-president/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:02:59 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3543 full 14:05 3543 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noThe race for president of the Jot ‘Em Down Store is hot and heavy. The votes have swung from favoring Abner, to favoring Lum. Abner is out of luck on…Keith HeltsleyThe race for president of the Jot ‘Em Down Store is hot and heavy. The votes have swung from favoring Abner, to favoring Lum. Abner is out of luck on…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350213-dick-huddleston-gets-lum-out-of-jail/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:02:20 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3537 full 13:51 3537 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert suggests to all the boys and girls to hurry and send in for your flashlight, and how to do it. When we last saw our friends, Lum had…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert suggests to all the boys and girls to hurry and send in for your flashlight, and how to do it. When we last saw our friends, Lum had…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350212-lum-is-arrested-and-thrown-in-jail/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:05:50 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3534 full 14:32 3534 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Use it for weight control. It keeps your alert. It’s a wonderful drink for youngsters as well. Carlton Brickert says that there have been so many requests for flashlights…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Use it for weight control. It keeps your alert. It’s a wonderful drink for youngsters as well. Carlton Brickert says that there have been so many requests for flashlights…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350211-lum-is-nervous/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:04:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3528 full 13:42 3528 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert advises to hurry and get a promotional flashlight, and how to get one. It’s a way for loyal fans to support the show, the sponsor, and get a…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert advises to hurry and get a promotional flashlight, and how to get one. It’s a way for loyal fans to support the show, the sponsor, and get a…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350208-insurance-company-pays-abner-200/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350208-insurance-company-pays-abner-200/#comments Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:08:10 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3511 https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350208-insurance-company-pays-abner-200/feed/ 1 full 14:25 3511 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert again plugs the flashlight giveaway. It’s a handy, tiny light, that resembles a fountain pen. Lum and Abner, especially Abner is concerned over the false claim that was…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert again plugs the flashlight giveaway. It’s a handy, tiny light, that resembles a fountain pen. Lum and Abner, especially Abner is concerned over the false claim that was…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350207-lum-tells-listeners-that-abners-arms-arent-broke/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350207-lum-tells-listeners-that-abners-arms-arent-broke/#comments Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:08:16 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3508 https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350207-lum-tells-listeners-that-abners-arms-arent-broke/feed/ 1 full 13:50 3508 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert reminds listeners of 1935 to send in for their promotional flashlight. Down in the empty store, Lum and Abner talk about the trouble they are in over Abner’s…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert reminds listeners of 1935 to send in for their promotional flashlight. Down in the empty store, Lum and Abner talk about the trouble they are in over Abner’s…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350206-election-for-president-of-the-jotem-down-store/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:10:07 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3505 full 13:55 3505 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert continues to plug the flashlight giveaway. Abner continues to pretend his arms are both broken, while Lum tries to sort through the Matrimonial Bureau mail. I think Abner…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert continues to plug the flashlight giveaway. Abner continues to pretend his arms are both broken, while Lum tries to sort through the Matrimonial Bureau mail. I think Abner…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350205-more-mail-for-matrimonial-bureau/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:00:14 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3502 full 13:56 3502 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCarlton Brickert reminds the listeners of 1935 about the flashlight promotional. Abner thinks they have too many flashlights for the promo. Cedric brings in more mail, since he started working…Keith HeltsleyCarlton Brickert reminds the listeners of 1935 about the flashlight promotional. Abner thinks they have too many flashlights for the promo. Cedric brings in more mail, since he started working…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-abner-350201-financing-the-reopening-of-the-jotem-down-store/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:03:54 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3311 full 14:35 3311 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks. Demand it by name. Don’t accept substitutes. There is none equal to this quality, nourishing food stuff. Lum has announced he will be starting a fund-raising project to raise…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks. Demand it by name. Don’t accept substitutes. There is none equal to this quality, nourishing food stuff. Lum has announced he will be starting a fund-raising project to raise…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/02/lum-and-aner-350204-william-horlick-agrees-to-distribute-the-flashlight/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:03:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3497 full 14:54 3497 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noNarrator, Carlton Bricker puts in his own plug for Horlicks Malted milk. His own daughter loves it. A big surprise awaits in the closing announcements. Lum and Abner have written…Keith HeltsleyNarrator, Carlton Bricker puts in his own plug for Horlicks Malted milk. His own daughter loves it. A big surprise awaits in the closing announcements. Lum and Abner have written…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350131-abner-is-in-bed-with-two-broken-arms/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:06:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3301 full 14:35 3301 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks. Be on guard against cold and sickness with this highly digestive food. Abner has been going through domestic troubles at home. The plan to gain sympathy by faking being…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks. Be on guard against cold and sickness with this highly digestive food. Abner has been going through domestic troubles at home. The plan to gain sympathy by faking being…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350130-lizabeth-thinks-abner-is-having-an-affair-with-hortense/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:06:02 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3291 full 14:18 3291 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlick’s. Feeling run down in the middle of the morning, or afternoon? Carry a few Horlicks tablets with you for a quick pick up. Little did Lum and Abner realize…Keith HeltsleyHorlick’s. Feeling run down in the middle of the morning, or afternoon? Carry a few Horlicks tablets with you for a quick pick up. Little did Lum and Abner realize…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350125-abner-goes-to-the-railroad-depot-to-meet-hortense/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350125-abner-goes-to-the-railroad-depot-to-meet-hortense/#comments Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:06:32 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3224 https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350125-abner-goes-to-the-railroad-depot-to-meet-hortense/feed/ 2 full 14:04 3224 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, the original malted milk. Recommended by coaches for athletic training. Abner tries to get Lum to meet Hortense Kelley, and send her on her way. Lum also wants Abner…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, the original malted milk. Recommended by coaches for athletic training. Abner tries to get Lum to meet Hortense Kelley, and send her on her way. Lum also wants Abner…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350124-abner-receives-telegram-from-hortense/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:06:03 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3203 full 14:07 3203 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, use as part of a safe reducing plan. Nourishing, sustaining, and without all the calories. After Lum has sent all the ladies of the matrimonial bureau Abner’s photo, one…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, use as part of a safe reducing plan. Nourishing, sustaining, and without all the calories. After Lum has sent all the ladies of the matrimonial bureau Abner’s photo, one…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350123-matrimonial-bureau-will-move-into-the-store/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:06:20 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3008 full 14:05 3008 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks malted milk is made from only the highest quality products. Full of vitamins and minerals to build strong muscles and bones. The guys have discovered how much work it…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks malted milk is made from only the highest quality products. Full of vitamins and minerals to build strong muscles and bones. The guys have discovered how much work it…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350122-reading-matrimonial-bureau-mail/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350122-reading-matrimonial-bureau-mail/#comments Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:06:35 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2996 https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350122-reading-matrimonial-bureau-mail/feed/ 1 full 14:10 2996 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, the original malted milk. When you’re just too tired to fix a snack, a lump of Horlicks served hot in a cup makes a good bedtime treat for the…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, the original malted milk. When you’re just too tired to fix a snack, a lump of Horlicks served hot in a cup makes a good bedtime treat for the…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350121-matrimonial-bureau-swamped-with-mail/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350121-matrimonial-bureau-swamped-with-mail/#comments Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:06:14 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2975 https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350121-matrimonial-bureau-swamped-with-mail/feed/ 1 full 14:51 2975 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, ideal for invalids and convalescents. Just the kind of food a sick person needs. The announcement has gone out over the party line. Match making and advice to the…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, ideal for invalids and convalescents. Just the kind of food a sick person needs. The announcement has gone out over the party line. Match making and advice to the…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350118-operating-the-pine-ridge-matrimonial-bureau/ Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:06:05 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2946 full 14:54 2946 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, for a light meal that’s easy to digest. No more indigestion from a heavy lunch, and such an aid to weight control. With the end of the oil boom…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, for a light meal that’s easy to digest. No more indigestion from a heavy lunch, and such an aid to weight control. With the end of the oil boom…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350109-pine-ridge-oil-boom-over/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:06:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2824 full 14:56 2824 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, when you are most susceptible to disease and sickness, just drink a cup of hot Horlicks to feel your best. The word is out; the oil well was really…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, when you are most susceptible to disease and sickness, just drink a cup of hot Horlicks to feel your best. The word is out; the oil well was really…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350108-squire-receives-a-visit/ Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:06:46 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2813 full 14:29 2813 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks, a rich, cool, refreshing flavor that you won’t get tired of. It builds strong bones, and is even good for kids. After learning they sold out to Squire Skimp,…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks, a rich, cool, refreshing flavor that you won’t get tired of. It builds strong bones, and is even good for kids. After learning they sold out to Squire Skimp,…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350107-squire-skimp-president-of-sw-oil/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:06:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2767 full 14:55 2767 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noSponsored by Horlicks: nourishing, easy to digest, a fine weight control lunch for overweight people. The Southwest Oil company is no more. Lum and Abner are surprised to learn they…Keith HeltsleySponsored by Horlicks: nourishing, easy to digest, a fine weight control lunch for overweight people. The Southwest Oil company is no more. Lum and Abner are surprised to learn they…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-350104-lum-and-abner-sell-oil-well/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:05:36 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2764 full 14:02 2764 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noSponsored by Horlicks, when you’re feeling sick, it makes you well, children love it. Recently Mr. Carter came to town to buy the oil well the gents drilled. An agreement…Keith HeltsleySponsored by Horlicks, when you’re feeling sick, it makes you well, children love it. Recently Mr. Carter came to town to buy the oil well the gents drilled. An agreement…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/01/lum-and-abner-finding-the-location-421006/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:26:42 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31119 full 14:45 31119 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noLum has been cold towards Professor Sloane, but since the new observatory is to be named for him, Lum’s attitude has changed. In the store, Abner helps Lum pack for…Keith HeltsleyLum has been cold towards Professor Sloane, but since the new observatory is to be named for him, Lum’s attitude has changed. In the store, Abner helps Lum pack for…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-the-edwards-observatory-421005/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:22:18 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31089 full 11:58 31089 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noLove letter woes have corrected themselves, but Lum is still cooking up ideas on making the widow Abernathy fall in love with Prof Sloane. With Grandpap’s help, Abner writes a…Keith HeltsleyLove letter woes have corrected themselves, but Lum is still cooking up ideas on making the widow Abernathy fall in love with Prof Sloane. With Grandpap’s help, Abner writes a…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-a-love-letter-420930/ Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:25:41 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31081 full 11:58 31081 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noOut to get rid of the new school teacher, Prof Sloane, Lum thinks the schoolmaster would flee if the widow Abernathy was after him with romantic intentions. Today he and…Keith HeltsleyOut to get rid of the new school teacher, Prof Sloane, Lum thinks the schoolmaster would flee if the widow Abernathy was after him with romantic intentions. Today he and…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-professor-slones-way-420928/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:23:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31077 full 11:58 31077 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noGrandpap reads tidbits from the almanac to Abner. Somehow, Grandpap thinks Abner knows the fat men who won a bicycle race. Lum reports that though it’s the first day of…Keith HeltsleyGrandpap reads tidbits from the almanac to Abner. Somehow, Grandpap thinks Abner knows the fat men who won a bicycle race. Lum reports that though it’s the first day of…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-a-date-with-professor-slone-420923/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 08:24:09 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31071 full 12:00 31071 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noIn the Jot Em Down store, Lum tells Abner why he is wore to a frazzle. He spent several hours with the new school teacher last night. What he thought…Keith HeltsleyIn the Jot Em Down store, Lum tells Abner why he is wore to a frazzle. He spent several hours with the new school teacher last night. What he thought…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-is-professor-slone-a-man-420922/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:21:52 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31069 full 12:00 31069 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noAfter failing to meet the new teacher at the train station, Lum wants to make an impression, especially since he’s head of the school board. Will the young lady fall…Keith HeltsleyAfter failing to meet the new teacher at the train station, Lum wants to make an impression, especially since he’s head of the school board. Will the young lady fall…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-the-penny-weighing-machine-420921/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:20:13 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31055 full 12:00 31055 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noA teacher has been hired, Professor Marion Sloane, but school board president Lum Edwards isn’t thrilled about the board going behind his back to hire the new teacher. To welcome…Keith HeltsleyA teacher has been hired, Professor Marion Sloane, but school board president Lum Edwards isn’t thrilled about the board going behind his back to hire the new teacher. To welcome…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/12/lum-and-abner-professor-slone-420917/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:22:28 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31044 full 12:00 31044 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noThe school board is looking to hire Mousey Gray as the new school teacher. Today, Lum tells Abner how the meeting went, and that the board is looking to get…Keith HeltsleyThe school board is looking to hire Mousey Gray as the new school teacher. Today, Lum tells Abner how the meeting went, and that the board is looking to get…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/11/lum-and-abner-mousey-gray-wants-to-be-a-teacher-420916/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:27:17 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31042 full 11:58 31042 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noSince Lum is president of the school board, he volunteers to teach the scholars. At least until a regular teacher can be hired in. He tells Abner all about his…Keith HeltsleySince Lum is president of the school board, he volunteers to teach the scholars. At least until a regular teacher can be hired in. He tells Abner all about his…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/11/lum-and-abner-election-for-school-board-president-420914/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:21:37 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31036 full 11:58 31036 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noGrandpap shares trivia from the almanac with Abner. The Hooker telescope on Mt Wilson, CA has the biggest mirror. Who needs a mirror that big? Abner speculates, The gents get…Keith HeltsleyGrandpap shares trivia from the almanac with Abner. The Hooker telescope on Mt Wilson, CA has the biggest mirror. Who needs a mirror that big? Abner speculates, The gents get…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2025/11/lum-and-abner-the-conditions-in-nazi-germany-420910/ Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:27:29 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=31018 full 12:00 31018 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noCedric enters the store to complain to Abner about his new boss, Mousey Gray. As Abner returns with his own complaints about Lum’s management style, a stranger has entered the…Keith HeltsleyCedric enters the store to complain to Abner about his new boss, Mousey Gray. As Abner returns with his own complaints about Lum’s management style, a stranger has entered the…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio