Re: Real world Pulp characters
Clyde Beatie (probably misspelled) Frank Buck's "rival".
Edward R. Murrow, Reporter. Could be met at any point as he tries to build up the his CBS news team. His real claim to fame came during WW II. But could be met prior to that.
Jack Benny, Fred Allen, or any radio show host. The characters could make a guest apperance on a popular comedy or quiz show in New York or Hollywood.
David O. Selznick, Alfred Hitchcock, Cecil B. DeMills, or any other Hollywood producer, director or star. Guarding the filming of a new movie on location (haunted mansion, mystical ruins) while mingling with famous celebrities.