As a 74 year old farm woman , I'm not sure Tom knew what he was talking about with the butter question. You separate the cream from the milk . You let it rise too the top , remove the cream and churn it . I believe that is what #1 said .
If my childhood memories are correct, in 1959 Oklahoma was the last State to repeal prohibition and went "wet". However, as in most States the county option was in place - each county within the State decided whether to be a wet or dry county. No longer living in Oklahoma. The county I now live in just went "wet" 2 years ago.
I went to college in Stephens County, Ga for most of the 60s. It was a dry county. But.... we knew where the stills were and we're forbidden to hike in those areas. It is very wet county now.🎈🎈
Three items about this show that were somewhat unusual. 1. After game two, Tom raised his hand to ask a question and Bud said sorry, no time for questions.Then Tom went ahead and asked it anyway ( about the real one's maiden name). 2. In game three, all 3 gentlemen kept their right hand in their pants pocket throughout the segment. I can't imagine why, unless possibly one of them had some sort of deformity and the other two were told to do so as a matter of respect and not embarrass the gentleman. And 3. The closing music for the show was quite different from the usual TTTT theme music. I liked the change, it was a bouncy tune.
Most states in the U.S. are "wet" in terms of alcohol. Some states are "wet", but give counties the option to declare themselves "dry". Kansas, Mississippi and Tennessee are the opposite: "dry" but give counties the option to declare themselves "wet". Currently 24 counties in Tennessee are "dry". The other 71 are "wet". Whatever it was in 1959, chances are that both Polly and the revenue agent were correct, depending upon which county is being considered.
The former Miss Universe was easy to pick out even from the point she spoke her name, because she had much more poise while standing there than the other two women did,
@I've seen the Twinkie and the damage done These days it certainly would be considered as such. But back in those times, as I noted above, it was not intended to be sexist, disrespectful, or a put down. I'm not excusing the common practice of those years, just trying to explain why it was not, and should not, be considered deplorable in 1959 society.
@@fma176 IT SHOULD have been a clean sweep for #2! NOT ONLY was the pageant aired on tv, her face HAD TO be plastered EVERYWHERE! STRANGELY enough, no one CORRECTLY identified Miss Universe 1956 when she was a contestant on TTTT
They all for the most part, have very nice jobs. Very few are unemployed or a house wife. In which there is absolutely nothing wrong with. I had an exciting job once. At least it was to me. I worked at PolyGram Records (now Universal) & met Jon Bon Jovi. That was exciting to me. Plus, just the job itself was great.
The pageant was five years before. I doubt anyone would have recalled what she looked like after five years. I can't recall who Miss Universe was five years ago in 2017.
The "Bloody Mary" question was priceless and made it obvious who the real one was as the other two revealed their ignorance of basic English history.
The former Miss Universe had very pleasant features. Bud always was a professional who brought the show home always on time.
Bergen has never voted with any bit of confidence in her decision. Odd.
I thought the real Miss Universe contestant looked the part. She was very beautiful.
Tom Poston was a charming, handsome man! And Suzanna Pleshette was a lucky partner to him!
As a 74 year old farm woman , I'm not sure Tom knew what he was talking about with the butter question. You separate the cream from the milk . You let it rise too the top , remove the cream and churn it . I believe that is what #1 said .
If my childhood memories are correct, in 1959 Oklahoma was the last State to repeal prohibition and went "wet". However, as in most States the county option was in place - each county within the State decided whether to be a wet or dry county. No longer living in Oklahoma. The county I now live in just went "wet" 2 years ago.
I went to college in Stephens County, Ga for most of the 60s. It was a dry county. But.... we knew where the stills were and we're forbidden to hike in those areas. It is very wet county now.🎈🎈
Rockport Massachusetts just went “wet” a few years ago.
Polly was a great storyteller and very funny.
FULL NAME: Miriam Stevenson Upton Breckinridge
Celebrity Guests:
1. Polly Bergen
2. Don Ameche
3. Kitty Carlisle
4. Tom Poston
Host:
Bud Collyer
I knew immediately that #3 couldn't have been a former Miss Universe. She didn't have the looks for it.
Nor the personality. Too quiet and shy.
Three items about this show that were somewhat unusual. 1. After game two, Tom raised his hand to ask a question and Bud said sorry, no time for questions.Then Tom went ahead and asked it anyway ( about the real one's maiden name). 2. In game three, all 3 gentlemen kept their right hand in their pants pocket throughout the segment. I can't imagine why, unless possibly one of them had some sort of deformity and the other two were told to do so as a matter of respect and not embarrass the gentleman. And 3. The closing music for the show was quite different from the usual TTTT theme music. I liked the change, it was a bouncy tune.
I wondered why in game 3, they all had their hand in their pocket too
I learnt more about Moonshine than I ever knew lol. Polly's story was funny! Her father is a fab singer and he and she did a great album together.
this and whats my line is the greatest show ever shown :-D
Allan Thygesen Don’t forget I’ve Got a Secret with GaryMoore.
They can figure out Miss Universe 1954, but got stumped by Miss Universe 1956?! 🤣🤣🤣
Most states in the U.S. are "wet" in terms of alcohol. Some states are "wet", but give counties the option to declare themselves "dry". Kansas, Mississippi and Tennessee are the opposite: "dry" but give counties the option to declare themselves "wet". Currently 24 counties in Tennessee are "dry". The other 71 are "wet". Whatever it was in 1959, chances are that both Polly and the revenue agent were correct, depending upon which county is being considered.
That was sure a close shave for Mr. Lauderdale. Had his identity not been revealed, he would have gone to jail!!!
Cut moonshine? Heavens no.....66 gallons.....oh boy!!
The former Miss Universe was easy to pick out even from the point she spoke her name, because she had much more poise while standing there than the other two women did,
The real Tower of London brigadier should certainly know who Bloody Mary was. If none of them did they shouldn't be there.
Mrs. Donald...as though she doesn't have a given name.😬 "My name is Miriam Upton" would have acknowledged the person she is.
I think it was to make it harder to guess as the first name may have been an indicator as to her country of origin.
In those years, it was common practice to address a woman in that fashion. It was not meant as a slight or a putdown, it's just the way it was done.
@@fma176 I doubt that, see my comment above.
@I've seen the Twinkie and the damage done These days it certainly would be considered as such. But back in those times, as I noted above, it was not intended to be sexist, disrespectful, or a put down. I'm not excusing the common practice of those years, just trying to explain why it was not, and should not, be considered deplorable in 1959 society.
@@fma176 IT SHOULD have been a clean sweep for #2! NOT ONLY was the pageant aired on tv, her face HAD TO be plastered EVERYWHERE! STRANGELY enough, no one CORRECTLY identified Miss Universe 1956 when she was a contestant on TTTT
The Brigadier had only one hand?
You gotta hand it to him!!
Man #1 in Game #1
Lady #2 in Game #2
Man #1 in Game #3
So lucky I wasn't drinking during the who cleans the crown jewels question.
What?
They all for the most part, have very nice jobs. Very few are unemployed or a house wife. In which there is absolutely nothing wrong with. I had an exciting job once. At least it was to me. I worked at PolyGram Records (now Universal) & met Jon Bon Jovi. That was exciting to me. Plus, just the job itself was great.
They SHOULD HAVE ALL disqualified themselves during the 2nd game! It aired on tv, plus her face HAD to be plastered EVERYWHERE
The pageant was five years before. I doubt anyone would have recalled what she looked like after five years. I can't recall who Miss Universe was five years ago in 2017.
@@ChrisHansonCanadaIn this day and age, you can go look it up
Poor Bern Bennett has a really bad cold.