(FYI: A candy striper was traditionally a young, female hospital volunteer; a concept that originated in the 1940s. The unique job title represented the candy cane look of the red and white-striped pinafores worn by the volunteers. East Orange General Hospital in New Jersey claims to have started the first candy striper program in 1944.

During the 1950s and 60s, the popularity of candy stripers was widespread. In general, the goal of a candy striper was to make a patient’s stay in the hospital more pleasant. Initially, a candy striper simply delivered mail or patient meals, but as nurses became overburdened, the volunteers took on additional duties. Now, a candy striper might help feed, or read to, a patient; assist as a patient is discharged; or deliver messages. Other duties include transporting book or video carts to patient rooms.)

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Gisele MacKenzie sings Lullaby and Good Night — lullabies from around the world.   A Playhour record.

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Like many my age, I spent my first TV hours with Captain Kangaroo and Mr. Greenjeans.   Here’s a nice one of many lps and 45’s featuring Bob Keeshan, the Capt.

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This is the picture you want on the cover of your album!? Because you really love your inflatable kitten? Hold it like you really care for it. Dedicate the record to it.  

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