President's Day - Monday 19th February 2007

Presidents' Day - Monday 19th February 2007

February 12 and 22 were observed as separate holidays to honor the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln (Feb. 12) and George Washington (Feb. 22) until 1971, when President Richard Nixon proclaimed one single federal holiday, the Presidents' Day, to be observed on the third Monday of February, honoring all past presidents of the United States of America.

To help you celebrate Joy and I have put together a selection of shows appropriate for the day. Some are of historical interest and some are classic good fun. When you've listened to Chester Riley's, Gracie Allen's, Fibber McGee's and Jimmy Durante's political campaigning be sure to cast your vote for President in our mini poll opposite!

1. Burns And Allen - Sweeping In To Office

2. Cavalcade Of America - George Washington Farmer

3. Cavalcade Of America - Abraham Lincoln

4. Cavalcade Of America - Mr. Lincoln Goes To A Play

5. Dr. Christian - Washington Had His Delaware

6. Fibber McGee And Molly - The Political Campaign

7. Jack Benny Program - George Washington Slept Here

8. Jack Benny Program - Gracie Allen For President

9. Jimmy Durante Show - Jimmy Runs For Vice president

10. Life Of Riley - Riley Campaigns

11. Life With Luigi - Washington Radio Contest

12. Mr. President - All

13. Mysterious Traveler - The Man Who Tried To Save Lincoln

14. Speeches - Roosevelt's Day Of Infamy Speech

15. Suspense - The Man Who Went Back To Save Lincoln

16. Treasury Star Parade - Program 1 Pledge Of Allegiance To The Flag

17. Words At War - George Wahington Carver

18. You Are There - Assassination Of Lincoln

Happy listening my friends,