Death At The Wheel (Aired February 8, 1949)
The show was a big promoter of the free press and the first amendment with its opening sequence: "Freedom of the press is a flaming sword! Use it justly...hold it high...guard it well!" The second series began immediately in the 1943 season when the production moved from Hollywood to New York. Robinson left (Trevor left two years earlier as her career starting taking off) and McGill reorganized the series placing Edward Pawley in the role of Wilson opposite Fran Carlon as Lorelei. Pawley's Wilson was more mellifluous compared to the rather nasty Robinson. The series' success continued on radio until 1952 leaving only the television version (which began in 1950). (Thanks to Robert G. Corder, author of a new biography of Edward Pawley.)
THIS EPISODE:
February 8, 1949. NBC network. "Death At The Wheel". Sponsored by: Lifebuoy Soap ("tour the world" premium), Rinso. Bill Smith was a reckless driver. After he almost has a traffic accident, he's forced to go on "a journey of a modern Scrooge" with Steve Wilson. The story is effective, but a bit heavy-handed. The president of the National Safety Council speaks from Chicago after the drama. Edward Pawley, Fran Carlon, Jerry McGill (writer, producer), Casey Allen (narrator). 25:15. Episode Notes From The Radio Gold Index.
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