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Heartbeat Theatre
54 episodes · 1958–1967 · Syndicated · Drama
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Half-hour dramas about people in trouble, syndicated free to stations by the Salvation Army, with C. P. MacGregor producing. RadioGOLDINdex's records run from 1956 into the 1980s; the shows here are from 1958 to 1967.
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Episodes
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19587 episodes
- The Remarkable Incident At Whitney Hills
For three years a woman has been missing from her house, then she is discovered passing as a socialite in a different town, or perhaps not. The Salvation Army unravels the mystery. Its date is only approximate. - The Trial Of Joe The Turk
A trial involving an unusual man draws in a young couple who both serve as Salvation Army officers. - Friends and Brothers
No matter where people live or how they appear, this tale shows that all are friends and brothers. - The Awakening Of Uncle Charlie
A gambler learns that guts, nerve and brains are not enough to get by in life. Ken Christy stars. - The Best Policy
A story in which an honest person would not have to look far, in the spirit of the old philosopher's search. - Success
Determined to honor a promise made six years ago, a young man vows revenge. - The Sighting
A young couple see something nearly unbelievable, and it brings trouble into their lives. Donald Buka stars.
195916 episodes
- Children Of The Light
This program is about how people who stand as individuals find satisfaction in their lives. - The Old Winthrop Place
A historical roadside marker is the subject of this story about a place that almost lost its landmark status. - Memory Of Tomorrow
A husband and wife from Hungary show bravery, resolve and belief as they try to flee Communist rule. - The Sour Drum Song
A revolving display drum, typical of the Salvation Army and revealing of the group, is the subject of this fantasy. - The Last Witness
Violence happens quickly, yet the effects reach far. Sometimes belief is the only thing remaining. - The Lucky Break
A cartoonist is discouraged about his artwork, but learns that a lucky break sometimes has to be made by the person who needs it. - Say To The Mountain
A little boy gets to celebrate a birthday through the power of faith. - The Ghost Of Danton Hill
A woman fears she has stepped over the narrow border between being sane and being insane. - The Black Keys and The White
Two sides of racial tensions in East Africa are shown. Ben Wright stars. - The Con Man
The old saying about suckers being born constantly can sometimes work in reverse. - Family Album
An immigrant who has become an American keeps track of her family's doings in an old album. - The Lie
A lie always catches up with the liar, usually when it is least expected. - Once A Thief
The saying that a thief is always a thief turns out not to be true. - A Good Angel
Charity turns out to be worth much more than giving money, as a young girl and her father learn. - The Kettle
This story explains the large black kettles the Salvation Army sets out on street corners at Christmastime. Monty Margetts stars. - Yuan Tan
This program looks at the many different ways people celebrate the New Year.
19606 episodes
- Abstract
A painter journeys three thousand miles to reach a thrift store run by the Salvation Army. - Count Of Nine
A fighter puts his name to a contract that matters a great deal. - Portrait Of A Prophet" Part 1
Samuel Logan Brengle preached God's word as a Salvation Army minister, and his life is told here. - Portrait Of A Prophet" Part 2
Brengle's work is the topic as this account reaches its end. - The Tea Party
An unusual child struggles to cope but gets help from a Salvation Army officer. Lynn Allen stars. - The Emergency
A nuclear submarine faces an emergency, and the sea's pull is felt.
19616 episodes
- The Story Of The Picture
A news photographer with a drinking problem makes another attempt to quit, aided by his camera and the Salvation Army. - The Watchful
A woman who produces films learns a lot from her uncle, who came from England and belongs to the Salvation Army. - A Case In Point
Four different people examine a successful executive in an unusual approach that has unusual results. Parley Baer stars. - In His Footsteps
With help from the Salvation Army, a man discovers why he has been rejecting what Christmas means. - The Third Saturday In Advent
A German woman employed at a Salvation Army thrift shop and a young girl who longs for a doll are the focus of this warm Christmas tale. - Hand On My Shoulder
A film producer who is hard-working and exacting finds out painfully that he is truly to blame for his wife's drinking.
19623 episodes
- D-Day For Dirriitri
A violinist abruptly can't play as she once did, and Nan, the "Iron Major" in the Salvation Army, attempts to help her. - Executive Decision
The Marines call a businessman back to duty just as he resolves to join the Salvation Army as an officer. The Salvation Army helps him sort out his values. - Pennies From Heaven
During a blaze that burns down his house, a businessman meets a man who gives without thought of himself.
19637 episodes
19641 episode
- Giving
A Salvation Army major is offered two million dollars, a price that tempts many to give up their principles.
19655 episodes
- Day Of Disaster
Loaded with explosive fertilizer, a French freighter sits in a sweltering Texas port and is heading toward catastrophe. - Welcome Home Miss Munson
- Sally's Locket
- The Silent World of Timmy Barton
- With Hand To Man
Grief weighs heavily on a young father, and a Salvation Army officer makes an effort to assist him.