 Henry Ford was closely involved in the program, from choosing the theme ("The Children's Prayer" from "Hansel and Gretel") to hiring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.On CBS, the series began October 7, 1934, on Sunday evenings at 9pm, continuing until March 1, 1942.It returned Sundays at 8pm on ABC September 30, 1945, airing until June 23, 1946.