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Phineas T. Bluster is a marionette character from NBC's "The Howdy Doody Show" (1947–1960), where he served as the blustering, self-important mayor of Doodyville. He functioned as the show's primary antagonist, frequently scheming against Howdy Doody and the program's other residents. He was one of several recurring puppet characters on one of the first television programs to feature a large cast of marionettes.
The character remains a recognizable figure from early American television.
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What was Phineas T. Bluster's role on The Howdy Doody Show?
Phineas T. Bluster was the blustering mayor of Doodyville and the show's main comic antagonist. He frequently schemed against Howdy Doody and the other residents of the town.
When did The Howdy Doody Show feature Phineas T. Bluster?
The Howdy Doody Show aired on NBC from 1947 to 1960, with Buffalo Bob Smith hosting the program. Bluster was one of the show's prominent marionette characters during that original run.
Who were Phineas T. Bluster's brothers?
His named brothers included Don José Bluster and Hector Hamhock Bluster. The three characters expanded the Bluster family in the fictional town of Doodyville.
What visual gag made Phineas T. Bluster recognizable?
Bluster's eyebrows shot straight upward whenever he was surprised, adding to his exaggerated, self-important appearance. He was also presented as Doodyville's mayor, which gave his schemes a comic political angle.
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