TV Shows released in 1947

Bristol-Myers Tele-Varieties

A series of programs in various formats, including variety and talk show.

The Army Hour

Small Fry Club

This genteel children's show aimed at pre-schoolers encouraged good behavior among its viewers. Skits were performed by a group of in-studio characters (actors in animal costumes).

Musical Merry-Go-Round

Under the title Disc Magic, Kilty played records and sometimes introduced live musical acts. In October, 1947, under the title Musical Merry-Go-Round, the series became all ... See full summary »

In the Kelvinator Kitchen

A cooking instruction series featuring a kitchen stocked with Kelvinator appliances.

Eye Witness

A documentary series showing every conceivable angle on the workings of television--receiving sets, studios, mobile units, the (literally) everyday problems of broadcasting, even the ... See full summary »

Charade Quiz

Viewers sent in charade suggestions for the repertory actors to act out. If the suggestion stumped the panelists, the viewer won $15.

Author Meets the Critics

A panel show in which two critics debated a recently-published book; one critic would assail it, the other would praise it. Later in the program, the author would be given the chance to ... See full summary »

The Borden Show

Birthday Party