KXEL@80–1952

The Year Was 1952–new television programs premiering included “Today,” “I’ve Got A Secret,” “Death Valley Days” (at times hosted by former Iowan Ronald Reagan), and “Superman” with Iowa native George Reeves in the title role…in the news, England’s King George VI died, vice-presidential nominee Richard Nixon delivered a televised speech now known as the “Checkers” speech, and the popular children’s toy “Mr. Potato Head” first came to stores…on the big screen, moviegoers enjoyed “Singin’ In The Rain” and “High Noon”…and popular songs included “Jambalaya” by Jo Stafford, the Mills Brothers with “Glow Worm” and “I Went To Your Wedding” by Patti Page.