Herbert Rudley

Character actor known for his versatile career in film, television, stage, and radio over several decades.

Herbert Rudley was an American character actor known for his versatile career in film, television, stage, and radio over several decades. He was born on March 22, 1910, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Rudley’s early interest in the arts led him to study at Temple University before continuing his dramatic education at the Eva Le Gallienne Civic Repertory Theatre in New York City.

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Frank Cady

The man best known as Sam Drucker!

Frank Cady was a beloved American character actor, best remembered for his portrayal of the affable storekeeper Sam Drucker on the television sitcoms Petticoat Junction, Green Acres, and The Beverly Hillbillies. Born Frank Randolph Cady on September 8, 1915, in Susanville, California, he spent much of his early life in the small-town atmosphere that later informed his on-screen persona. His parents, Leon and Clara Cady, operated a general store in Susanville,

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Halloween Songs (Part One)

Waiting for an invitation to arrive, Goin’ to a party where no one’s still alive

There are lots of songs that relate to the Halloween holiday. In these posts I’ll write about some of my favorites. This will include low hanging fruit as well as some you may have not heard. No matter the situation I hope some of these songs will get you into the Halloween spirit (get it?). Do I even have a ghost of a chance listing some you like…..ok I’ll stop.

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Instrumentals – The Ghost and Mr. Chicken Main Theme

Music from the blood stained organ in the Simmons’ place

The Ghost and Mr. Chicken is a 1966 hilariously scary comedy starring Don Knotts. The music is by Vic Mizzy. The song below is a remake that Donnie found, while we were at Circle Sky, by an unknown artist. It is very groovy, my favorite version.

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