club and i understand she lived here. you you mind if we walk around the grounds."if that show rings a bell, then you probably know who they were talking about;ruth lyons, known as the first lady of television lived here in the sometimes broadcast from here." the 50 50 club was a juggernaut pioneer of local tv talk shows, attracting the likes of bob hope, arthur godfrey, david letterman and phil donahue. the famous hostess of that show, who would hide her microphone in a bouquet of flowers, paved the way for female talent like oprah winfrey and ellen degeneres."it just made me realize that there's a woman out there that doesn't get much attention or recognition for being one of the first americanbroadcasters really, for having that personal sit down style that we've seen." the home still has reminders of her; this professional sized pool table and cues engraved with the names 'ruth' and her husband 'herman.'"and this is wear the giant mural is..."an imperial robe, adorned with dragons from asia. but now, the home is on the block for sale, bringing a touch of melancholy to its most recent occupants. "fantastic memories."scott wegener, nine on your side, mt. airy. sus