Casey, Crime Photographer
The Handkerchief
NBC (1946)
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In this episode, Tony Marvin handles the story introduction, marking a standard for the rest of the A-H run. The plot revolves around Joe Poletti, a tavern owner, who is robbed and killed, leaving behind a significant amount of cash. The investigation leads to various suspects, including Snyder, who confesses but has a perfect alibi, and a policeman named McCue, who is also under suspicion.
As the story unfolds, Casey and Logan trail Snyder, only to find him dead on a country road. The only link to Snyder is Gus, a bartender, who is tricked into confessing the murders. This episode highlights the challenges of crime-solving in a time before modern technology, making it a fascinating listen for fans of classic radio.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.