[Radioroslyn]

Hi Fib and Welcome to the Phourm!
Well for starters you won't find a Sam's for your set as they didn't start till 1946. Your set predates that by six years. So what you are looking is the information from Philco. Chuck can hook you up with what was printed on your set at that time.
In regards to your transformer, maybe not . What to do is remove the #84 tube. Then use an AC volt meter to measure the voltage from the chassis to each one of the connections on the 84 socket with the set on. Three of them will show nothing but if the transformer is good the other two will show about 200vac. It's not uncommon for the transformer to leak a little wax but if it shorts you are looking at a few tablespoons worth and it will smell burnt. The other test is to remove the 84 tube and turn the set on for 5mins or so transformer should not be hot to the touch.
Your set has some optional features like an RF amp and push-pull audio output. Should play a bit better than the average bear.
Hope this helps
Terry
ps somehow I think I know you.