78 rpm: Ernest Chappell "A Christmas Carol" 78 RPM 4-disk set Victor (36414) 1941 Rare

This is Ernest Chappell's recording of "A Christmas Carol" 4-disk set on on 78 RPM disks on Victor Records (36414 - 36417) released in 1941. It actually stars a young Dick Van Patten, who went on to become a popular and long-term television star.

Ernest E. Chappell (1903 - July 4, 1983) was an American radio announcer and actor, best remembered for his featured role in the late 1940s radio program Quiet, Please. The show ran from 1947 to 1949, and Quiet, Please was Chappell's major acting credit. His signature line was: "And so, until next week at this same time, I am quietly yours, Ernest Chappell."

On February 10, 1925, Chappell was the announcer, as well as the director of the first radio station in Syracuse, New York, WFBL (which stood for First Broadcast License). On Monday, November 9, 1925, Chappell began writing for the Syracuse Herald. His column, "Riding the Waves With Chap," included promotion for the broadcasting industry and the local station.

Excellent condition, A few pops here and there from age. The cardboard album has some scratches on the back (see photo) and the edging has begun to split (see photo)