Pals of the P.A.L.

From the cover of Spring 3100 magazine in the 1930s.

A community-centric variety show with a special focus on youth, performed by members of the Police Athletic League and children from the city.

Pals of the P.A.L. are "dedicated to the promotion of a friendly relationship between the youth of New York City and the police department."  That desire for good will characterizes the wholesome content of these shows.  Featuring innocuous skits and popular tunes, this variety show (1949-1955) features the voice talents of police officers, members of P.A.L., and local children.  They announce and perform a range of radio plays, community information, music, and upcoming P.A.L. activities.

Stories

Police Athletic League Program - Water

Very odd program of water themed songs sung by an in-studio chorus young people (led by Miss Kirby) laced together with brief (solo and group) responses about water, rain and all thi...
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["Hungarian March," "Lover Come Back to Me," Poster Contest]

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[Latin American Music, Math Class, Funds Drive]

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["Medals or Money - Esther Williams," "Body and Soul," "The Blues of the Record Man"]

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["Busy Fingers," Accordian, The Lost Battalion, "Somewhere Over the Rainbow"]

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[Peanut Vendor, "I'll be hanged if they're gonna hang me"].

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[Accordion Solo, Boxing League, Three Debutantes]

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[Christopher Columbus, Violin Solo, Peanut Vendor]

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["Christmas Lullaby," "Strange Love," PAL Benefit Show]

Another riveting episode of Pals of the P.A.L.
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["We've Got Fish for Supper," "Please Don't Squeeze-a the Banana," "Wanting You"]

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[Lover Come Back To Me, P.A.L. Boat Rides, Hattie from Haiti]

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[Police Athletic League PSA ; war news].

Children sing"Home on the Range" followed by the closing credits of Pals of the P.A.L. Encourages children to submit their talent for an appearance on the show.
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[Instrumental medley, White Christmas, Silent Night]

The P.A. L. players at their Christmas best.
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[Christmas Special: "Rudolph," "Santa Claus is Coming to Town"]

Some classics placed in the hands of children and young adults.
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