<P> Elvia Allman ( September 19 , 1904 -- March 6 , 1992 ) was a character actress and voice over performer in Hollywood films and television programs for over 50 years . She is best remembered for her semi-regular roles on The Beverly Hillbillies and Petticoat Junction and for being the voice of Walt Disney 's Clarabelle Cow . Her mark in TV history is also ensured by her memorable performance as the stern , no - nonsense boss in the classic I Love Lucy candy factory episode `` Job Switching . '' </P>
<P> Elvia Allman ( September 19 , 1904 -- March 6 , 1992 ) was a character actress and voice over performer in Hollywood films and television programs for over 50 years . She is best remembered for her semi-regular roles on The Beverly Hillbillies and Petticoat Junction and for being the voice of Walt Disney 's Clarabelle Cow . Her mark in TV history is also ensured by her memorable performance as the stern , no - nonsense boss in the classic I Love Lucy candy factory episode `` Job Switching . '' </P>
who played elverna bradshaw on the beverly hillbillies
who played elverna bradshaw on the beverly hillbillies
Elvia Allman
Elvia Allman