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February 10: Happy birthday, Jimmy Durante!

On this day in 1893, Jimmy Durante was born. Jimmy is known for his New York accent, and jazz influenced songs, He started his radio career on "The Great Shnozzola" on the Chase and Sanborn Hour .

February 7: Night Beat made its radio debut

On this day in 1950, Night Beat made its radio debut. Frank Lovejoy starred as a journalist named Randy Stone and works for the Chicago Tribune.

February 6, 1950 Night Beat made its radio debut

On this day in 1950, Night Beat made its radio debut.

February 4, 1939: Sgt. Preston premiered on Detroit's WXYZ.

On this day in 1939,  Challenge of the Yukon (aka Sgt. Preston of the Yukon) made its radio debut!

January 31, 1892 Eddie Cantor was born

On this day in 1892, Eddie Cantor was born.

January 30, 1930 Conrad Binyon was born

On this day in 1930, Conrad Binyon was born.

January 27, 1905 Howard McNear was born

On this day in 1905, Howard McNear was born.