Uncle Don facts for kids
Uncle Don was a popular children's radio show. It aired on WOR radio from 1928 to 1947. The host was Uncle Don Carney, whose real name was Howard Rice (1897–1954). He used to be a vaudeville performer, which means he performed on stage in various acts. The show was broadcast daily, usually five or six days a week, and each episode lasted about half an hour.
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About the Uncle Don Radio Show
The Uncle Don show was a big hit with kids for many years. It was known for its fun stories and songs. Uncle Don Carney was a friendly and engaging host. He made listeners feel like they were part of his adventures. The show helped many children enjoy radio during its early days.
Who Was Uncle Don Carney?
Uncle Don Carney was born Howard Rice. He was a talented performer before he became a radio star. Vaudeville was a type of entertainment with many different acts, like singers, dancers, and comedians. This experience helped him create a lively and entertaining radio show for children. He was born in 1897 and passed away in 1954.
Books About Uncle Don
Uncle Don's popularity led to books being made about his adventures.
Uncle Don's Strange Adventures
One famous book was Uncle Don's Strange Adventures. It was published in 1936 as a Big Little Book. These books were small but thick, often with simple stories and lots of pictures. This particular book retold one of Uncle Don Carney's exciting stories about a "mystery cruiser." It allowed kids to read about his adventures even when they weren't listening to the radio.
