https://retro-otr.com/channel/comedy/lum-and-abner/ Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:55:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 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/2026/05/lum-and-abner-sell-the-circus-350422/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-sell-the-circus-350422/#respond Fri, 22 May 2026 10:04:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=5003 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-sell-the-circus-350422/feed/ 0 Keith full 14:50 5003 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Enjoy a breakfast treat. Just sprinkle powdered Horlicks on buttered toast, or in cereal. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. Previously, the circus was sold to Squire…Horlicks: Enjoy a breakfast treat. Just sprinkle powdered Horlicks on buttered toast, or in cereal. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. Previously, the circus was sold to Squire…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/#respond Wed, 20 May 2026 10:02:07 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4824 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/feed/ 0 Keith full 14:48 4824 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: It’s the cold and flu season, ward off sickness by using Horlicks. The circus is still showing in Mt Ida, and money is still coming up missing. Lum and…Horlicks: It’s the cold and flu season, ward off sickness by using Horlicks. The circus is still showing in Mt Ida, and money is still coming up missing. Lum and…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/#respond Mon, 18 May 2026 10:04:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4813 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/feed/ 0 Keith full 15:06 4813 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Are Lum and Abner’s overweight friends using Horlicks? According to letters written in they are. Get sustaining nourishment without the excess calories. For the past couple days money has…Horlicks: Are Lum and Abner’s overweight friends using Horlicks? According to letters written in they are. Get sustaining nourishment without the excess calories. For the past couple days money has…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/#respond Fri, 15 May 2026 10:04:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4786 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/feed/ 0 Keith full 13:37 4786 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: There are many who can’t drink milk or coffee. Try getting your good nourishment with Horlicks malted milk drink for breakfast. The circus business has been improving, but yesterday,…Horlicks: There are many who can’t drink milk or coffee. Try getting your good nourishment with Horlicks malted milk drink for breakfast. The circus business has been improving, but yesterday,…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 10:02:44 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4723 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/feed/ 0 Keith full 13:51 4723 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a testimonial letter to tell how a baby girl was able to gain weight and get well after being on Horlicks. Lum is impressed with Zenora,…Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a testimonial letter to tell how a baby girl was able to gain weight and get well after being on Horlicks. Lum is impressed with Zenora,…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-falls-in-love-with-zenora-350404/ Fri, 08 May 2026 10:02:16 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4694 Keith full 13:49 4694 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You’ll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…Horlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You’ll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-dick-smashes-lum-and-abners-glasses-350403/ Wed, 06 May 2026 10:02:04 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4688 Keith full 13:25 4688 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed…Horlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-borrows-200-from-union-bank-350402/ Mon, 04 May 2026 10:04:51 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4672 Keith full 13:24 4672 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. After…Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. After…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-circus-moves-to-belleville-350401/ Fri, 01 May 2026 10:01:24 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4544 Keith full 13:51 4544 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: This week thousands of people will be buying malted milk products. Insist on only the finest. Accept no less than Horlicks, in either natural, or chocolate flavor. Now, what’s…Horlicks: This week thousands of people will be buying malted milk products. Insist on only the finest. Accept no less than Horlicks, in either natural, or chocolate flavor. Now, what’s…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-storm-blows-circus-tent-down-350329/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:03:34 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4476 Keith full 14:07 4476 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: What do we all have in common? the desire to save money and be economical. Horlicks lets you save as it nourishes and protects. In Pine Ridge Grandpap is…Horlicks: What do we all have in common? the desire to save money and be economical. Horlicks lets you save as it nourishes and protects. In Pine Ridge Grandpap is…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-eye-glasses-trouble-350328/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:04:47 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4467 Keith full 13:37 4467 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: The original malted milk is a carefully processed food to nourish and sustain. Protect yourself by using the original. Refuse imitations. In Pine Ridge, the circus has been moved…Horlicks: The original malted milk is a carefully processed food to nourish and sustain. Protect yourself by using the original. Refuse imitations. In Pine Ridge, the circus has been moved…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-gets-glasses-350327/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:02:44 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4461 Keith full 14:09 4461 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Dentists recommend Horlicks for children because of the added calcium to their diet. Kids love the taste, and it’s good for them. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and Abner…Horlicks: Dentists recommend Horlicks for children because of the added calcium to their diet. Kids love the taste, and it’s good for them. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and Abner…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-abner-buys-a-cheap-pair-of-glasses-350326/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:02:03 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4436 Keith full 14:06 4436 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Planning an evening party? Serve a cup of hot Horlicks malted milk. It makes a welcome change for your guests. When we left Lum and Abner yesterday, they were…Horlicks: Planning an evening party? Serve a cup of hot Horlicks malted milk. It makes a welcome change for your guests. When we left Lum and Abner yesterday, they were…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-and-abner-lose-money-in-circus-350325/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:05:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4414 Keith full 14:21 4414 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Having trouble sleeping? Try Horlicks, just make a hot cup of malted milk before bed time. You won’t regret it. In the Jot -em Down store, Grandpap talks to…Horlicks: Having trouble sleeping? Try Horlicks, just make a hot cup of malted milk before bed time. You won’t regret it. In the Jot -em Down store, Grandpap talks to…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-grand-opening-of-circus-tomorrow-350322/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:06:04 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4353 Keith full 13:59 4353 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: It pays to stay alert on the job. Just use a couple Horlick’s malted milk tablets for lunch. In Pine Ridge there was some excitement yesterday as Abner demonstrated…Horlicks: It pays to stay alert on the job. Just use a couple Horlick’s malted milk tablets for lunch. In Pine Ridge there was some excitement yesterday as Abner demonstrated…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-thinks-all-circus-jobs-are-dangerous-350321/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:05:41 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4334 Keith full 15:44 4334 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlick: Changeable weather is a leading cause of colds. Fight colds and illness with Horlicks malted milk. Squire is still busy trying to get the circus ready for its big…Horlick: Changeable weather is a leading cause of colds. Fight colds and illness with Horlicks malted milk. Squire is still busy trying to get the circus ready for its big…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-gives-up-trapeze-act-350320/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:03:56 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4328 Keith full 14:00 4328 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter to sing the praises of how Horlicks helped a man get a better night’s sleep. Let’s get ready to see what’s happening down in…Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter to sing the praises of how Horlicks helped a man get a better night’s sleep. Let’s get ready to see what’s happening down in…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-circus-will-open-saturday-350319/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:01:07 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4300 Keith full 14:00 4300 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: There’s nothing like Horlicks for weight control. Hey, I wonder. If they could have an arm-wrestling match, who would win: Horlicks, or Slim Fast? In Pine Ridge, Squire has…Horlicks: There’s nothing like Horlicks for weight control. Hey, I wonder. If they could have an arm-wrestling match, who would win: Horlicks, or Slim Fast? In Pine Ridge, Squire has…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-squire-assembles-freak-side-show-350318/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:04:35 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4264 Keith full 14:37 4264 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker shares a testimonial moment during a drugstore visit. The circus is about to have its grand opening. Lum and Abner are glad about the improvements that Squire…Horlicks: Carlton Bricker shares a testimonial moment during a drugstore visit. The circus is about to have its grand opening. Lum and Abner are glad about the improvements that Squire…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-and-abner-hire-squire-skimp-350315/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:01:37 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4215 Keith full 14:02 4215 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks with milk. Horlicks with sandwiches. Easy to prepare, just mix and serve. It doesn’t even need any added flavoring. What’s happening in Pine Ridge? Let’s go find out. The…Horlicks with milk. Horlicks with sandwiches. Easy to prepare, just mix and serve. It doesn’t even need any added flavoring. What’s happening in Pine Ridge? Let’s go find out. The…comedy,family,friendly,clean,entertainment,rustic,humor,classic,radio https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-using-feed-to-pay-admission-to-circus-350314/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:09:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4203 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:02:10 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4200 Keith 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…Horlick’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/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:01:45 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4175 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:06:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4155 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:04:50 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4095 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:05:21 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4071 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…The 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Horlicks: 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Carlton 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 Keith 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…Horlicks. 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 Keith 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…Narrator, 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 Keith 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…Horlicks. 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 Keith 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…Horlick’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 Keith 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…Horlicks, 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