Thanks for the information
Martin Pal.
Al Pearce (the name on the CBS billboard) was a well known radio performer, best known for his
"Al Pearce and His Gang" in the 1930s and 40s.
CBS
"Al Pearce became one of the most successful entertainers on radio with his famous knock on the housewife's front door and his remark, "Nobody at home, I hope, I hope, I hope."
He began his career with the Don Lee Radio Network in 1926. His program originated with KFRC in San Francisco and later was carried by networks to Fresno and Los Angeles.
The daytime show, "The Happy Go Lucky Hour" — also known as "Al Pearce and His Gang" — had one of the first studio audiences.
In 1946, with the advent of television, Pearce took his show to Channel 2."
—Los Angeles Times June 3, 1961
Here's the gang in an undated photograph.....Mr. Pearce is standing at far left. (not sure why the guy in the center is wearing a diaper)
http://www.oldtimeradiodownloads.com/variety/al-pearce
anyone recognize this guy?
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