Big Town - radio show OTR
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"Big Town" is a popular radio drama series that aired from 1937 to 1952, embodying the spirit and excitement of newspaper journalism during that era. The series was known for its high-paced stories, dramatic narratives, and its focus on the inner workings of a major city's newspaper, the "Illustrated Press."The show was created by Jerry McGill, a former crime reporter for the New York World and the New York Mirror, whose real-life experiences lent authenticity and depth to the stories. The central character of "Big Town" was Steve Wilson, the hard-hitting, dedicated editor of the Illustrated Press, who, together with his ace reporter, Lorelei Kilbourne, battled corruption, crime, and injustice in the fictional metropolis of Big Town. Wilson's character was characterized by his relentless pursuit of truth and his commitment to journalistic integrity, often leading him into dangerous confrontations with the city's underworld.<br /><br />Edward G. Robinson, a major Hollywood star known fo