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Anthony Trent, a former master criminal never caught in the US, now faces the threat of his secret being revealed after a life-altering event during World War I. Buried alive in the trenches alongside an English soldier, he had no choice but to reveal his secret identity, believing they were on the brink of death. Miraculously rescued, the two were separated. Now recovered, Trent is consumed with finding the English soldier to express gratitude for saving his life and to discover if his secret is safe. His quest is fraught with thrilling adventures, espionage, blackmail, and unexpected love. ...

Jack Portheous, helplessly smitten by the enchanting Mrs. de la Mothe, finds himself stealing a substantial sum from his employer, planning to elope with her to South America. However, the eve before they are set to leave, Jack discovers his wife dead, leading him to call off all plans and turning himself into a guilt-ridden wreck. Mrs. de la Mothe, not one to be crossed, promptly betrays him to his employer, resulting in Jacks imprisonment for many years. Upon completing his sentence and spending time overseas, Jack comes back to England, consumed by a burning desire for revenge. - Summary by...

Calling all Cars ran from 1933-1939. It's considered to be the inspiration for the old-time radio great, Dragnet. Calling All Cars chronicles the L.A. Police Department cases. Although this is an earlier version of the same type of show Dragnet was, there are some differences. Calling All Cars was introduced at a time when Americans became much more mobile because of the automobile. Criminals could get into a waiting car, and if they got lucky enough, get lost in traffic! Dragnet came out much later, but they both gave a thorough and detailed account of the crime and the criminals behind the ...

Jacob Brackish, the toughest, meanest teacher ever to set foot in Gloucester High School is dying at home. His advertisement for a housekeeper to look after him during his final years is answered by a mousy 40-year-old named Kathleen, a woman Jacob has forgotten he flunked years before. Judith Ivey and Jason Robards recreate the roles they originated on Broadway in this humorous and moving play.

"Calling All Cars" was a pioneering old-time radio police drama in the United States, known for being one of the earliest of its genre. It aired from November 29, 1933, to September 8, 1939.Here's a breakdown of key aspects of the series:Format and Plot: The show dramatized actual cases handled by the Los Angeles Police Department. A typical episode would begin by outlining the facts of a crime, introduce individuals involved, follow with a dramatization culminating in an arrest, and conclude with the outcome of a trial. The overarching theme was "crime does not pay," emphasizing that a life ...

Squad Cars. One of the most popular radio programmes ever broadcast in South Africa. Week by week a dramatized story of the South African Police at work would unfold. The series originally went out for broadcast on Sunday evenings. After 6 months the programme moved to it's familiar Friday night 7.30pm slot on Springbok Radio.

Squad Cars. One of the most popular radio programmes ever broadcast in South Africa. Week by week a dramatized story of the South African Police at work would unfold. The series originally went out for broadcast on Sunday evenings. After 6 months the programme moved to it's familiar Friday night 7.30pm slot on Springbok Radio.

Calling All Cars is an old-time radio police drama in the United States. It was broadcast on the CBS West Coast network[1] and on the Mutual-Don Lee Network[2] November 29, 1933 - September 8, 1939 and carried by transcription on stations in other areas. The program was notable for being one of the first police dramas on radio.Format[edit]Calling All Cars dramatized cases that had been handled by the Los Angeles Police Department. A typical episode began by relating the facts of a particular crime, then introducing individuals who were associated with the case. A dramatization followed, ...

Calling all Cars ran from 1933-1939. It's considered to be the inspiration for the old-time radio great, Dragnet. Calling All Cars chronicles the L.A. Police Department cases. Although this is an earlier version of the same type of show Dragnet was, there are some differences. Calling All Cars was introduced at a time when Americans became much more mobile because of the automobile. Criminals could get into a waiting car, and if they got lucky enough, get lost in traffic! Dragnet came out much later, but they both gave a thorough and detailed account of the crime and the criminals behind the ...

Caedmon is proud to release this archival full-cast recording of Tennessee Williams's A Streetcar Named Desire on cd for the first time! Blanche DuBois arrives at her sister Stella's New Orleans apartment seeking refuge from a troubled past—but her ethereal spirit irks Stella's husband, the...

A Horror audio drama that takes place almost entirely over car radio. Something is wrong in Dairy Mill, Pennsylvania. Find out by listening to WJDXR - THE ROCK

Spokelore chronicles the misadventures of two far flung best friends, Annie and Nikki, who find themselves embroiled in spectral discord and cryptid confusion as they strive to reunite. Though spooky shenanigans will inevitably unfold, remember: this is a cautionary tale.