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Elmer Sells Toothbrushes

A funny take on how radio shows work. Elmer Blurt, who is known as 'the low pressure salesman,' attempts to pitch toothbrushes to listeners.

Albert Pearce was an American comedian, singer and banjo player who was a popular personality on several radio networks from 1928 to 1947.

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“Elmer Sells Toothbrushes.” Al Pearce and His Gang. Radio broadcast, January 24, 1940.

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