On This Day, September 17: Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall
Also featured: Barry Sullivan, Rudy Vallee.
September 17 Update & Historical Discoveries
This report durably records the historical discoveries, technical anomalies, verified cast roles, commercial integrity audits, and contemporary newspaper logs for old-time radio broadcasts transmitted on September 17.
1. Broadcasts
| Title | Network, Airdate & Showtime | Sponsor & Commercial Ads | Credited Cast & Performers | Director, Writers & Crew | Genres | Story Synopsis & Discovered Historical Insights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "A Black Tie Affair" | Syndicated Transcriptions (Ziv) 1951-09-17 Weekly Syndicated |
Frederic W. Ziv Company Regional Beer & Appliance Sponsors |
Humphrey Bogart (Slate Shannon) Lauren Bacall (Sailor Duval) J. Carrol Naish |
Morton Fine & David Friedkin (Writers) David Rose (Music Director) |
["Adventure", "Drama", "Mystery"] |
Synopsis: Slate Shannon and Sailor Duval attend an elite Havana gathering where a stolen safe and a desperate refugee plunge them into a murder conspiracy. Background: High-voltage chemistry between Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall recorded at Ziv's Hollywood transcription studios, set against tropical Havana intrigue. |
| "The Ghost That Giggled" | NBC Radio Network 1951-09-17 8:00 PM EST |
Bromo-Seltzer Emerson Drug Company |
Barry Sullivan (Simon Templar) Lawrence Dobkin Tony Barrett |
Leslie Charteris (Creator) Helen Mack (Director) |
["Mystery", "Detective", "Crime"] |
Synopsis: Simon Templar investigates strange phantom laughter echoing through a wealthy recluse's mansion, uncovering a deadly scheme to secure an inheritance. Background: Barry Sullivan guest-stars as Leslie Charteris's suave sleuth Simon Templar under the sharp direction of former child actress turned pioneering female director Helen Mack. |
| "Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart" | NBC Red Network 1935-09-17 8:00 PM EST |
Standard Brands Royal Gelatin & Fleischmann's Yeast |
Rudy Vallee (Host / Vocalist) The Connecticut Yankees |
Rudy Vallee (Producer) | ["Music", "Variety"] |
Synopsis: Rudy Vallee and the Connecticut Yankees perform James Hanley's romantic ballad Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart during their live broadcast from New York. Background: Prime Depression-era network variety showcase demonstrating Vallee's impeccable star-making musical curations and conversational radio persona. |
| "'Deed I Do" | CBS Radio Network 1957-09-17 Morning 20-min |
Ford Motor Company & Sustaining | Bing Crosby (Host) Rosemary Clooney (Host) Buddy Cole (Organ & Piano) |
Bill Morrow (Writer / Producer) | ["Music", "Variety", "Talk"] |
Synopsis: Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney trade affectionate banter between swinging duets of 'Deed I Do and intimate piano accompaniment by Buddy Cole. Background: Casual mid-century morning drive-time charm highlighting Crosby and Clooney's effortless harmony during CBS Radio's late golden age. |