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- Aristo Theater of the Air, Part 2, October 21, 1945
- Mark Austad (later known as Mark Evans) hosts the second part of Aristo Theater of the Air, with selections from June Havoc (There Must Be Someone for Me); Wilbur Evans (Girls), a war bonds advertisement, and Corinna Mura (Carlotta_/
- Central City Opera House; Norman Thomas
- Side 1 contains a performance from the opening night of the tenth summer play festival of the Central City Opera House Association in Central City, Colorado on July 5, 1941. An Associated Press article from that date explains "For three weeks a cast recruited from New York's Metropolitan Opera Company, under the leadership of Robert Edmond Jones and Frank St. Leger, will present 'The Barber of Seville' and 'Orpheus and Eurydice' at the squat stone theater." This recording contains performances from Orpheus and Eurydice. Side 2 contains a speech by Norman Thomas of the Socialist Party of America.
- Clifton Utley, September 12, 1941; Elmer Davis and the News
- Track 1 contains Clifton Utley reading the news, sponsored by Skelly Oil, a day after President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's speech on freedom of the seas. Utley is followed by local programing from Oklahoma City station WKY, with reference to a WKY listening post for German shortwave radio. Track 2 contains a weekly summary of news from CBS, followed by Elmer Davis and the News, which was broadcast locally in Oklahoma City on KOMA. This recording appears to have been copied from a tape, and artifacts of tape recording, such as speed irregularities, are present.
- [Clipping: Article by Alice Hughes about Don Gillis]
- Newspaper clipping
- [Clipping: Don Gillis in Vision magazine]
- Magazine clipping consisting of title from cover, and an article from that issue describing Gillis' approach to music composition.
- [Clipping: "Don Gillis Is Going to Be A Well-Whistled Composer"]
- Newspaper clipping
- Compositions for Piano: Legerdemain
- Composition for solo piano
- Compositions for Piano: Reverie
- Composition for solo piano
- Count Basie with Willis Conover, others
- Photograph of Count Basie, an unidentified person, Jimmy Rushing, and Willis Conover
- Divertimento for Piano
- Composition for solo piano.
- Duke Ellington at the piano, April 21, 1946, 2:05-2:35 a.m.
- Recording of Duke Ellington playing solo piano, following a late-night interview with Willis Conover at radio station WWDC.
- Duke Ellington Cavalcade, Parts 1 and 3
- In Part 1, Willis Conover's Saturday Night Dance Party program begins with Artie Shaw's "Just Kiddin' Around." Conover then discusses the rarity of some of the records he will play during this program, which is dedicated to the music of Duke Ellington, with selections "Animal Crackers," (sound drops briefly) "Bugle Call Rag," Freeze and Melt," and "Black and Tan Fantasy." In Part 3, Conover and Emerson Parker, an Ellington expert, record collector, and broadcaster at station WQQW, introduce selections including "Black Beauty" and "I've Got the World on a String."
- Duke Ellington Cavalcade, Parts 2 and 4
- In Part 2, Conover introduces Emerson Parker, an Ellington expert, record collector, and broadcaster at station WQQW, who introduces "Take It Easy," "Mood Indigo," "Sweet Mama," and "Hot and Bothered." In Part 4, Conover and Parker introduce "I've Got to Be a Rug Cutter," "Ebony Rhapsody," "Stompy Jones," and "In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree" (the end of the introduction and the tune are in part 5). Gil Lilly is credited as working in the control room.
- Duke Ellington Cavalcade, Parts 5 and 7
- In Part 5, Emerson Parker's introduction of "In the Shade of the Old Apple Tree" concludes, followed by the tune, along with "Solitude," "Clarinet Lament," "Ring Dem Bells," and "Hodge Podge" (introduction only, tune is in part 6). In Part 7, after station identification, Conover notes that Jerry Rhea will be joining the discussion soon, and reminisces about broadcasting during a stay at Walter Reed Army Medical Center while in military service; Conover also asks listeners to send comments on the program. Parker and Conover introduce "Tootin' Through the Roof," "Pitter Panther Patter," "Warm Valley," and "Do Nothing 'Til You Hear from Me."
- Duke Ellington Cavalcade, Parts 6 and 8
- In Part 6, "Hodge Podge" is followed by Willis Conover and Emerson Parker introducing, "Braggin' in Brass," "Boy Meets Horn," "Mobile Bay, and "Night Song." In Part 8, "Do Nothing 'Til You Hear from Me" is followed by Cottontail, and Conover and Parker discussing "Take the A-Train," and "Just A-Sittin' and A-Rockin'." Conover talks about seeing Ellington live for the first time just a few months before, at Turner's Arena.
- Duke Ellington Cavalcade, Parts 9 and 11
- In Part 9, Conover introduces Duke Ellington himself, along with Billy Strayhorn, to Emerson Parker, and interviews Ellington about his personnel, travel plans, and early recordings. In Part 11, the interview continues after selections from Ellington's Black, Brown & Beige Suite.
- Duke Ellington Cavalcade, Parts 10 and 12
- In Part 10, the interview with Duke Ellington continues, up to the introduction of the Black, Brown & Beige Suite. In Part 12, the interview continues further, including discussion of Mercer Ellington. Conover speaks more about his stay at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, along with fellow broadcaster Mark Austad (later known as Mark Evans). Jerry Rhea also speaks. Conover credits Frank Turner as the photographer for the evening (images are also in this collection), and notes that those in attendance included Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Jerry Rhea with his wife and sister, Oscar Pettiford, and Emerson Parker. The recording closes with "Ring Dem Bells."
- Duke Ellington, Fickle Fling, January 31, 1948
- Recording of the Duke Ellington band dated January 31, 1948. This date is not listed in the Ellingtonia or Tom Lord discographies.
- Duke Ellington, Medley of Hits, April 30, 1947
- Recording of a Duke Ellington medley of hits dated April 30, 1947, which is not listed in the Ellingtonia or Tom Lord discographies. The EllingtonWeb site places the band at the Paramount Theatre in New York at this time.
- Elmer Davis and the News, July 19, 1941
- This program features Davis' commentary on the news and world events, particularly the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union, as well as the situation in the Philippines and Japan, and Nazi interests in South America. In Oklahoma City, this program was broadcast locally on KOMA.
- Elmer Davis and the News, July 1941
- Recording of two episodes of Elmer Davis and the News. Side 1 is dated July 5, 1941; side 2 is undated. This program features Davis' commentary on the news and world events, particularly the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union at this time. This recording appears to have been copied from a tape, and artifacts of tape recording, such as initial speed irregularities, are present. In Oklahoma City, this program was broadcast locally on KOMA, which station identification at the end of Side 2 confirms.
- EnBee Jamboree, August 22, 1947
- Willis Conover hosts a program advertising the holdings of EnBee Records, at 1016 7th St NW in Washington, D.C. The theme song is Stan Kenton's "Machito,"and other selections include Francis Craig, "Near You"; The Beale Street Boys, "Lights Out"; the signoff theme from Sunday spirituals show, “God Be With You”; and the King Cole Trio, "I Miss You So."
- EnBee Jamboree, June 14, 1947; labor dispute arbitration
- On side 1, Willis Conover hosts a program advertising the holdings of EnBee Record Sales, at 1016 7th St NW in Washington, D.C. The theme song is Stan Kenton's "Machito,"and other selections include Roy Milton's "Camille's Boogie"; Duke Ellington, "Minnehaha Part 2"; Reverend Utah Smith, "God's Mighty Hand;" and Herb Jeffries, "When I Write My Song." Side 2 contains a labor arbitration hearing between the Bakery and Confectionary Union Local 350 AFL, an employer (Mr. C), and a former employee (Mr. A). Arbitrators include Dr. Jane Emmel Gorman of Hunter College, and John A. Zellers, former president of the New York Board of Trade.
- Excerpt of speech by Harry S Truman, March 17, 1948: “Special message to the Congress on the threat to the freedom of Europe”
- Recording of President Harry S. Truman's speech, “Special message to the Congress on the threat to the freedom of Europe,” followed by announcer Mark Austad (later known as Mark Evans) interviewing Senator Glen H. Taylor of Idaho and Rep. Dewey Short of Missouri.
- Father, In Thy Mysterious Presence: Anthem for Mixed Chorus
- SATB anthem with Accomp. ad lib.
- [First Kenton Orchestra concert at Carnegie Hall]
- Photograph of Stan Kenton fans at the band's first Carnegie Hall concert, which began at 12 midnight. The concert sold out within hours.
- First Piano Quartet; public affairs; music
- Track 1 contains a radio program by the First Piano Quartet (later known as the Original Piano Quartet), hosted by Robert Denton. At this time, the quartet consisted of Adam Garner, Vladimir Padwa, Henry Holt, and George Robert. The theme is Brahms' Paganini Variations, followed by Schubert's Moment Musicaux No. 3 in F Minor, Moszkowski's Bolero from Spanische Tänze, Op. 12, Liszt's Liebestraum No. 3, and Johann Strauss' Perpetual Motion. Tracks 2 and 3 are short fragments of public affairs programming and music.
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt at the Statler Hotel, September 23, 1944; Thomas E. Dewey
- Side 1 contains a presidential campaign speech by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt at the Statler Hotel in Washington, D.C. Roosevelt is introduced by Daniel J. Tobin of the Teamsters Union. Side 2 contains a presidential campaign speech by Republican nominee Thomas E. Dewey
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt "Navy Day" speech, part 1; Fulton Lewis, Jr.
- Side 1 contains the first part of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "Navy Day" speech on October 27, 1941. Side 2 begins with the song "Cielito Lindo," followed by Fulton Lewis Jr. reporting from Wichita, Kansas via station KFBI, sponsored by Oklahoma City Federal Savings and Loan.
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt "Navy Day" speech, part 2
- Recording of Part 2 of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "Navy Day" speech on October 27, 1941.
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt; Thomas E. Dewey
- Side 1 contains a presidential campaign speech by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt at Fenway Park in Boston. Side 2 contains a presidential campaign speech by Republican nominee Thomas E. Dewey at Madison Square Gardens in New York City. Dewey is introduced by announcer Ford Bond, and his speech was carried on the Mutual network.
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt; Thomas E. Dewey
- Side 1 contains the continuation of a presidential campaign speech by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt at the Statler Hotel in Washington, D.C. Side 2 contains a presidential campaign speech by Republican nominee Thomas E. Dewey.
- [Group photograph with Stan Kenton and Gene Norman]
- Group photo showing Stan Kenton seated at a table next to jazz impressario Gene Norman (2nd from left); several unidentified men and women are also seated on either side of the table.
- Gwynne Raymond, First Rotary Club Assembly Speech; Shoes, Ships and Sealing Wax, KOCY
- Side 1 contains a rehearsal for a speech by the apparent compiler of this collection, Gwynne Raymond, who was president of the Oklahoma City Rotary Club. Side 2 contains a KOCY broadcast of "Shoes, Ships, and Sealing Wax" on March 1, 1942, in which Raymond's daughter, Dorothy, makes her first appearance on radio. The full set of performers are named as Carolyn Douglas, Darlene Wharton, Dorothy Raymond, Carol Montgomery, Betty Marie Jelsma, Nancy Notzger, and Dolores Willard, students of the Mary Gray Thompson School of Speech.
- H.V. Kaltenborn Edits the News, September 28, 1941
- Recording of the September 28, 1941 episode of H.V. Kaltenborn edits the news. In Oklahoma City, this program was broadcast locally on WKY.
- Hazel and Harold, April 21, 1946
- Recording of a radio comedy, Hazel and Harold, featuring Willis Conover as Harold and Nathalie Sherman as Hazel. The program is reminiscent of the early Ethel and Albert programs he did with Peg Lynch at WTBO in Cumberland, Maryland, before the Second World War.
- Hazel and Harold, April 28, 1946
- Recording of a radio comedy, Hazel and Harold, featuring Willis Conover as Harold and Nathalie Sherman as Hazel. The program is reminiscent of the early Ethel and Albert programs he did with Peg Lynch at WTBO in Cumberland, Maryland, before the Second World War.
- Hazel and Harold, February 10, 1946
- Recording of a radio comedy, Hazel and Harold, featuring Willis Conover as Harold and Nathalie Sherman as Hazel. The program is reminiscent of the early Ethel and Albert programs he did with Peg Lynch at WTBO in Cumberland, Maryland, before the Second World War.
- Hazel and Harold, January 6, 1946
- Recording of a radio comedy, Hazel and Harold, featuring Willis Conover as Harold and Nathalie Sherman as Hazel. The program is reminiscent of the early Ethel and Albert programs he did with Peg Lynch at WTBO in Cumberland, Maryland, before the Second World War.
- Hazel and Harold, March 3, 1946
- Recording of a radio comedy, Hazel and Harold, featuring Willis Conover as Harold and Nathalie Sherman as Hazel. The program is reminiscent of the early Ethel and Albert programs he did with Peg Lynch at WTBO in Cumberland, Maryland, before the Second World War.
- Hilda Rogers, "I Can't Give You Anything But Love"; Herb Jeffries, "The Swamp Girl," "Solitude," and "Angel Eyes"
- Four rare "soundies" from the early 1940s: 0:00 "I Can't Give You Anything But Love," featuring Hilda Rogers (Official Films); 2:45 Herb Jeffries in "The Swamp Girl" (Studio Telescriptions 11409); 6:39 Herb Jeffries in "Solitude" (Snader Telescriptions 11410, 1941); 9:58 Herb Jeffries in "Angel Eyes" (Snader Telescriptions 11407, 1941).
- Joseph C. Harsch, The Meaning of the News; Fulton Lewis, Jr.; Charles Lewis
- Side 1 contains Joseph C. Harsch's program, The Meaning of the News, a CBS program, followed by Fulton Lewis, Jr., who broadcast on the Mutual Network. Side 2 contains another program by Fulton Lewis, Jr., and another where Charles Lewis substitutes for Fulton, Lewis, Jr.
- Julio Gerelin; Rotary Club skit in verse
- Side 1 contains a speech at a Rotary Club function in Oklahoma City by Julio Gerelin of Baranquilla, Colombia. Side 2 contains a skit written in verse about the Rotary Club.
- Kaltenborn Edits the News, August 12 and 13, 1941
- This disc contains two episodes of H.V. Kaltenborn Edits the News, as broadcast on NBC's "Red" network. Kaltenborn speaks about the situation at the time regarding the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union (particularly Russia and Ukraine), as well as developments in Japan and East Asia. In Oklahoma City, this program was broadcast locally from WKY. The end of side 2 notes that WKY broadcast from the Skirvin Tower Hotel. This disc also contains commentary from the apparent compiler of the recordings, Gwynne Raymond.
- [Kenton at record store with fans]
- Photograph of Stan Kenton at a record store surrounded by a large group of fans. Behind him, there are shelves full of records and displayed photographs.
- [Kenton at the barber shop]
- Photograph of Stan Kenton at the barber shop, in a chair. Other people are also in the shop.
- [Kenton at train station]
- Photograph of Stan Kenton and two other men walking through a pair of glass doors at the train station.
- [Kenton band at Balboa Bay, CA]
- Photograph of the Kenton band cruising in a boat at Balboa Bay, CA. According to Fernando Ortiz de Urbina in 2019, personnel are identified as follows: Back row: Ed Badgley, Art Pepper, Laurindo Almeida, Pete Rugolo; fifth row: Harry Betts, unidentified, Chico Alvarez, unidentified; fourth row: Ray Wetzel, Parke Groate (tentatively), unidentified, Jack Constanzo; third row: Harry Forbes, Conte Candoli, Bart Varsalona, Buddy Childers, Eddie Safranski; second row: Warner Weidler , George Weidler, Bob Gioga, Shelly Manne; front row: Bob Cooper, June Christy, George Morte, Stan Kenton.
- [Kenton band at Hollywood Palladium]
- Photograph of the Stan Kenton band performing at the Palladium in Hollywood. Kenton is seated at a piano, looking over his shoulder; the band members are standing in a semi-circle around the piano, holding various instruments.
- [Kenton band at Metropolitan Theater in Providence, RI]
- Kenton band at the Metropolitan Theatre in Providence, RI.