The Aldrich Family members was a popular teenage situation comedy that was heard on radio and seen in films, television and comic books. The creation of playwright Clifford Goldsmith, teen Henry Aldrich was an endearingly bumbling kid growing awkwardly into adolescence. Shows revolved around Henry’s misadventures with women, his family members and his close friends. Portrayed on radio by 20-something Ezra Stone, The Aldrich Family launched as a summer season replacement plan for Jack Benny in NBC’s Weekend night time about The Aldrich Family members, Collection 1 lineup, July 2nd, 1939, sponsored by Jell-O. Stone kept the lead function until 1942, when he came into the Military for WWII. Many actors required over until Rock returned to his personal part, including Bobby Ellis who became the final Henry Aldrich in 1952. Home Jameson and Katharine Raht portrayed Henry’s parents, Sam and Alice. Mary Shipp performed Henry’s usual sweetheart, Kathleen Anderson. Jackie Kelk performed the role of Henry’s best friend, Homer Brown, for most from the run. In 1949, the program produced the leap to television while continuing to atmosphere on radio with a different ensemble. 10/10/39 “Henry’s Engagement”

5/28/40 “Cross Country Race”

1/29/42 “Henry’s Secret Admirer”

2/11/43 “Valentine’s Day Party”

2/25/43 “Henry’s Love Note Goes to His Teacher”

10/7/48 “Henry Rents Out Mary’s Space”

10/14/48 “The Great Weiner Roast”

10/28/48 “Detention or Basketball Game?”

11/11/48 “The Broken Toy”

12/16/48 “Homer’s Party”

2/17/49 “The Antique Chair”

5/5/49 “Engaged to Agnes”