A Salute to the Law

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  • “A Salute to the Law” was a fascinating radio series that aired from the 1920s until 1942. Here are some intriguing details about it:
    • Host: Nick Harris, a Los Angeles private eye, who initially shared detective exploits through live lectures and serialized newspaper accounts before stepping in front of the microphone in 1923 over KFI.
    • Title: While commonly listed as “Nick Harris, Detective” on various old-time radio sites, the true title was “A Salute to the Law” by the 1930s.
    • Format: A quarter-hour drama that sometimes continued from week to week.
    • Cast: The series used a small cast of performers, which changed periodically.
    • Music: The musical accompaniment was plain organ, a favored instrument for low-budget productions.
    • Producer: Carolyn Caro was identified as the producer during the 1930s.
    • End: Nick Harris passed away from a heart attack on New Year’s Day in 1943, abruptly ending the show.

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  • A Salute to the Law 1940-04-07 (xxx) The Female Ogre

    A Salute to the Law 1940-04-07 (xxx) The Female Ogre
    Mar 25 2023
    A Salute to the Law was a crime and police drama radio series that aired on CBS from 1939 to 1940. The show was created by Richard Carlton and starred Nick Harris as a police detective who fought crime and brought criminals to justice.
    The show's theme song was "The Law and the Lawless," which was composed by David Rose. The show's opening narration was:
    "A Salute to the Law! To the men and women of the law, who uphold the law and protect the innocent. To the police, who fight crime and bring criminals to justice. To the lawyers, who defend the innocent and punish the guilty. To the judges, who interpret the law and dispense justice. To the juries, who weigh the evidence and render verdicts. To the people of America, who support the law and respect the rights of all citizens."
    The show's episodes were typically 30 minutes long and featured a variety of crime stories, including murder, robbery, and assault. The show also featured stories about the law and how it is applied in everyday life.
    A Salute to the Law was a popular radio show that was praised for its realism and its positive portrayal of the law. The show was canceled in 1940, but it remains a classic example of a crime drama radio show.

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    14 mins
  • A Salute to the Law 1940-03-17 (xxx) The Law in Action

    A Salute to the Law 1940-03-17 (xxx) The Law in Action
    Mar 25 2023
    A Salute to the Law was a crime and police drama radio series that aired on CBS from 1939 to 1940. The show was created by Richard Carlton and starred Nick Harris as a police detective who fought crime and brought criminals to justice.
    The show's theme song was "The Law and the Lawless," which was composed by David Rose. The show's opening narration was:
    "A Salute to the Law! To the men and women of the law, who uphold the law and protect the innocent. To the police, who fight crime and bring criminals to justice. To the lawyers, who defend the innocent and punish the guilty. To the judges, who interpret the law and dispense justice. To the juries, who weigh the evidence and render verdicts. To the people of America, who support the law and respect the rights of all citizens."
    The show's episodes were typically 30 minutes long and featured a variety of crime stories, including murder, robbery, and assault. The show also featured stories about the law and how it is applied in everyday life.
    A Salute to the Law was a popular radio show that was praised for its realism and its positive portrayal of the law. The show was canceled in 1940, but it remains a classic example of a crime drama radio show.

    Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio

    Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/

    Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
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    15 mins
  • A Salute to the Law 1939-07-04 (xxx) On the Stroke of Eight

    A Salute to the Law 1939-07-04 (xxx) On the Stroke of Eight
    Mar 25 2023
    A Salute to the Law was a crime and police drama radio series that aired on CBS from 1939 to 1940. The show was created by Richard Carlton and starred Nick Harris as a police detective who fought crime and brought criminals to justice.
    The show's theme song was "The Law and the Lawless," which was composed by David Rose. The show's opening narration was:
    "A Salute to the Law! To the men and women of the law, who uphold the law and protect the innocent. To the police, who fight crime and bring criminals to justice. To the lawyers, who defend the innocent and punish the guilty. To the judges, who interpret the law and dispense justice. To the juries, who weigh the evidence and render verdicts. To the people of America, who support the law and respect the rights of all citizens."
    The show's episodes were typically 30 minutes long and featured a variety of crime stories, including murder, robbery, and assault. The show also featured stories about the law and how it is applied in everyday life.
    A Salute to the Law was a popular radio show that was praised for its realism and its positive portrayal of the law. The show was canceled in 1940, but it remains a classic example of a crime drama radio show.

    Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio

    Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/

    Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
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    15 mins

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