Jubilee USA (Ozark Jubilee) December 5, 1959 Segment 1

Special thanks to Wayne Glenn for donating this recording to the Duane G. Meyer Library so that it could be digitized. The Ozark Jubilee was a live, nationally broadcast country-western variety show originating from the Jewell Theater -- “the heart of the Ozarks” -- in downtown Springfield from 1955 through 1960. Many country music stars began or advanced their careers by appearing on the Jubilee including Porter Wagoner, Patsy Cline, Brenda Lee, Johnny Cash, and the Philharmonics. For more information see Episode Listing 00:00 Intro 01:19 Comedy routine with Red Foley and Lew Childre 02:09 Massey-Ferguson commercial with Joe Slattery 03:20 “Take Me Along“ Betty Ann Grove 05:32 Comedy routine with Uncle Cyp Brasfield 11:00 Massey-Ferguson commercial 12:22 Instrumental trio performance 15:30 “In a Mansion Stands My Love“ Jim Reeves 17:35 “Dear Hearts and Gentle People“ Jim Reeves and Betty Ann Grove 19:39 “When Payday Rolls Around“ Tall Timber Boys 21:35 Massey-Ferguson commercial with Joe Slattery 22:45 “Old Rockin’ Chair“ Red Foley