About this episode
Originally Aired: December 23, 1938 Lum #102, "L&A Christmas Story," On a snowy Christmas night in Pine Ridge, Lum, Abner, and Grandpappy Spears trudge through deep snow following the East Star toward the old Gaddis barn. Doc Miller has been called to help a young couple from Pleasant Valley who, after spending their last nickel on taxes and finding no room at the hotel, have taken shelter in the abandoned barn where the woman is about to give birth. When Grandpappy tells Lum and Abner about the situation, they immediately gather blankets, an oil heater, and a box of groceries to bring to the couple in need. As the three men make their way through the cold night, they reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of helping others. Lum remarks that doing for somebody else is what makes it feel like Christmas, while they praise Doc Miller's selfless dedication to helping people regardless of whether he'll be paid. When they finally arrive at the barn and knock gently on the door, Doc Miller greets them, and they discover just how desperately their supplies are needed.
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