Tennessee Jed
Tennessee Jed is an American children's Western adventure radio program that was broadcast on ABC from May 14, 195, throguh November 7, 1947.[1]
Premise
Tennessee Jed moved from the Civil War in the Old South to make a fresh start on the American frontier. Jed's marksmanship with his squirrel gun was highlighted in the opening of each episode. A voice said, "There he goes, Tennessee! Get Him!"[1] Then the sound effect of a gunshot was followed by, "Got him! Deeeeeeeeeaaaaaaad center!"[1] Jed also carried a pair of sixguns as he rode his horse, Smoky. Jed eventually began to capture outlaws on direct assignments from President Grant [1]
Cast
Johnny Thomas initially portrayed Jed, with Don MacLaughlin later taking over the role. Humphrey Davis played Sheriff Jackson, and Raymond Edward Johnson had the role of a gambler named Masters. Court Benson was the announcer and narrator.[1]
Production
Paul DeFur was the producer, and Bill Hamilton was the director. Elton Britt sang the theme. Tennessee Jed was sponsored by Ward Baking Company for Tip Top Bread.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e f Dunning, John (May 7, 1998). On the Air: The Encyclopedia of Old-Time Radio. Oxford University Press, USA. p. 656. ISBN 978-0-19-507678-3. Retrieved February 17, 2024.
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