The Great Gildersleeve
Engaged to Leila and Adeline
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Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve is a blustery, self-important bachelor who serves as the water commissioner in the small town of Summerfield. His home life is shared with his niece Marjorie, nephew Leroy, and housekeeper Birdie, whose practical good sense often counters his grand plans. This episode is titled “Engaged to Leila and Adeline.”
The series is a domestic situation comedy built around Gildersleeve’s attempts to manage family, romance, and civic responsibilities. Episodes bring his confident schemes into contact with the everyday concerns of the people around him, including his family and neighbors. The humor comes from his imposing manner, his romantic ambitions, and the gap between how he sees himself and how others see him.
Warm and character-driven, The Great Gildersleeve blends household comedy with small-town life. Gildersleeve’s booming presence gives the show its center, while the supporting characters provide affectionate teasing and a steady supply of complications. It is an inviting listen for fans of classic radio comedy and lively family-centered storytelling.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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