Public Defender (TV 1954) - 2 episodes complete as aired

[@jubalcalif9100]

THANK YOU very much for uploading these two episodes. Had never heard of this mid-50s CBS series til I saw it listed on your channel. Though definitely low budget, I enjoyed it. Always liked the star, Reed Hadley (who had a very active career also narrating documentaries). One wonders if public defenders have investigators of their own just like most district attorney offices do. In these episodes, he had to do his own investigating. In a large city, the public defender's offices are probably overwhelmed. The DA's have the advantage of having the resources of the police available. Public defenders REALLY earn their pay, that's for sure!

[@derekseven1647]

Thanks for posting these videos. I love the Complete episodes with commercials next week previews.

[@jubalcalif9100]

Indubitably ! Not only bodacious "blasts from the past", but I too love the vintage commercials. And a real kick to see previews of next week's episode too !

[@mariaibarra5883]

The actress that played the stepmother looked like the same person ..i found it ; she was in everybody loves Raymond. Zia Sarina

[@aquillafleetwood8180]

My Dad was making $1 60 per hour out in the Oilfields near Kermit. Texas in 1954!

[@paulcaron400]

I guess that was a lot of money at the time how times have changed and not for the best

[@DavidRice111]

Ha! In 1969, I made $1.60 an hour- min. wage, driving test fleet in Texas!

[@melaniexoxo]

Wow they really push the smokes here ... That spot in the opening was wild.

[@jubalcalif9100]

Tobacco companies were some of the biggest sponsors of TV programs til their ads were outlawed in 1971.

[@jamesobrien8560]

A oldie but definitely a goodie

[@DavidRice111]

Try this: "AN oldie"....

[@jubalcalif9100]

I heartily concur! I had never heard of this series (which ran for two seasons on CBS) til seeing it on Stuart Fanning's great channel. Liked these two episodes very much!

[@fromthesidelines]

The series was seen on Thursdays at 10pm(et). Later, during the second season, Philip Morris shifted to co-sponsor status, with Revlon cosmetics sustaining the alternate weeks.

[@fromthesidelines]

This was a "sequel" to "RACKET SQUAD"- produced by the same people, for the same sponsor. Unfortunately, Philip Morris sales were sliding at the time (not even their sponsorship of "I LOVE LUCY" on Monday nights could stem the slump)- and because of that, the series ended after the 1954-'55 season.

[@juangalt3496]

Marlboro "saved" Phillip Morris, when it was re-positioned as a man's cigarette in 1954.

[@jubalcalif9100]

Thanks for the background info ! I love bits of tantalizing trivia !

[@fromthesidelines]

You're welcome!

[@fromthesidelines]

Actually, the "new" Marlboro was introduced in mid-1955. This was one of the first magazine ads promoting it: blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXv_OlSisr5TTNPrhgbJyNh1_hEbriJC0Fjwt4k5uo0S8I4Hocgd5kvuIU45QpEWeN8nFKiQCYrZrJP5KsQOlwds0KzOuwhJwMOw5z_MAKIu9mXCpXpQQXSbHd04inZoLWZWmKQ_39yxQ/s1600/FirstVersions_Marlboro-advertising_1955.png

[@LeroyBright]

In the "Hot Rodders" episode, (second one) the guilty party who confessed to the vehicular murder would also shortly after, become host of a game show which was involved in the controversial scandal ($64,000 Question). The name: Hal March.

[@jubalcalif9100]

Indeed! I also remember him guest starring on the highly popular "I Love Lucy" series!

[@jimbennett3788]

Note the hot rod episode stated the umpire driver was found guilty of a manslaughter charge - a misdemeanor resulting in five years probation. I am not familiar enough with the law in that or any other jurisdiction nor whether or not the severity of the crime in 1954 - a misdemeanor - is still the same in 2023. Certainly food for though and perhaps further research.

[@fromthesidelines]

Incidentally, the theme was Philip Morris' "signature" on radio and TV for over 20 years- Ferde Grofe's "On the Trail" {from "Grand Canyon Suite"- this was because Grofe's orchestra had headlined PM's 1933 radio show, and "On the Trail" continued to introduce all of their programs}. In syndication, a different theme was used.

[@juangalt3496]

You can hear a snipet of this tune in the movie A Christmas Story when Ralphie is daydreaming about his BB gun.

[@emo4126]

Hey , take a look at this bub . Those Phillip Morris Kings are top quality and the fastest opening pack in the world ! gonna go out right now and buy me a pack and smoke em .

[@jubalcalif9100]

That "snap open" pack did look rather nifty. This brand was still around in the 70s when I smoked. Thank goodness I quit the habit in 1984.

[@MrNYCman530]

Fred Rutherford from Leave It To Beaver at 7:05.

[@fromthesidelines]

Richard Deacon started out appearing in dramatic roles. Eventually, he shifted to comedy parts- not only on "LEAVE IT TO BEAVER", he also appeared regularly on Betty White's "DATE WITH THE ANGELS" (1957-'58), and frequently on "THE JACK BENNY PROGRAM" before he became a part of "THE DICK VAN DYKE SHOW".

[@jubalcalif9100]

Yes! Veteran character actor Richard Deacon, who was best known for his TV comedic roles. He later was known for being a gourmet chef & in the 70s published a couple of cookbooks.

[@alphaomega8373]

A girl could quit school at 15 if married.... Those monsters of our past.

[@jubalcalif9100]

In my mom's day (the early 50s), students could drop out of school after completing the 8th grade.

[@MrNYCman530]

Special Lunch 65 cents? Damn!

[@DavidRice111]

While I was in Jr.Hi, in 1963- a hamburger, fries & a shake was 35cents at the stand down the street! (same price as our school lunch)

[@alphaomega8373]

@@DavidRice111 Then everyone wanted to live like the Kennedys.

[@fromthesidelines]

28:54- "A Telecine Reproduction" was a fancy way of stating the program was *"A Film Presentation".*

[@kylehofmeister2109]

must smoke phillip morris

[@jubalcalif9100]

Interesting that they were pitched by a bellhop. Quite a gimmick.

[@aquillafleetwood8180]

By-Polar....not good....