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2 hours and 50 minutes of old time radio fun!Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy 1940-11-18 e1551 The Luminous Dragon Eye RingSong:William Tell Overture Artist:The Jimmy Bowen Orchestra Album:Sunday Morning With The Comics(1966)Father Knows Best December 20,1948 Betty's Engagement (Audition Show)Presenting Charles Boyer July 11,1950 Thief Beautiful Woman Life Of CrimeFirst Nighter March 10,1949 No Greater Need21st Precinct January 05,1955 $700 BribeMurder At Midnight February 10,1947 The Black Curtain
Captain Canelli passes on the word to the shift as the change is made, and marched out. Among the things to watch for is a juvenile delinquent who is on…
Captain Canelli passes on the word to the shift as the change is made, and marched out. Among the things to watch for is a juvenile delinquent who is on…
21st Precinct 53-09-08 (010) The Certified 600
21st Precinct 53-08-04 (005) Case of the Sailor's Family
21st Precinct 53-08-04 (005) Case of the Sailor's Family
The weather was cold as Captain Canelli has a patrol car take him to the scene of a domestic dispute. He’s in time to find, and tail his suspects in…
The weather was cold as Captain Canelli has a patrol car take him to the scene of a domestic dispute. He's in time to find, and tail his suspects in…
Captain Canelli tells how he was on hand at the midnight change of shift, and catch a glimpse of the mundane events at the precinct station. Reports to be filed,…
Captain Canelli tells how he was on hand at the midnight change of shift, and catch a glimpse of the mundane events at the precinct station. Reports to be filed,…
Case Closed begins this week's hour with The Mark, from 21st Precinct. That episode aired October 27, 1954. (29:45) Our last story is The Senile Slugging Case, the September 21, 1951, episode of The Line-Up. https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/CaseClosed947.mp3 Download CaseClosed947 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Case Closed Your donation of any amount keeps Case Closed coming every week. Visit Donate.RelicRadio.com if you'd [...]
A police drama program, similar to Dragnet, but providing a behind the scenes look at the lives of uniformed police officers. Today a patrol car makes it’s rounds on a…
A police drama program, similar to Dragnet, but providing a behind the scenes look at the lives of uniformed police officers. Today a patrol car makes it's rounds on a…
21st Precinct 53-07-21 (003) The Bartender
21st Precinct 53-07-14 (002) Case of the Young Incorrigible
A call comes in that an escaped mental patient is loose on the streets. A woman reports to the desk sergeant about her juvenile delinquent son. She is trying to…
A call comes in that an escaped mental patient is loose on the streets. A woman reports to the desk sergeant about her juvenile delinquent son. She is trying to…
21st Precinct 53-07-07 (001) The Nolen Brothers
A call comes into the police station, and the cops respond to the shooting at the bar, complete with medical assistance. It’s late with few cars on the street, and…
A call comes into the police station, and the cops respond to the shooting at the bar, complete with medical assistance. It's late with few cars on the street, and…
21st Precinct 19xx.xx.xx Body Found In Sewer
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21st Precinct 53-12-25 (025) The Plant
21st Precinct 53-12-25 (025) The Plant
21st Precinct 53-11-24 (021) Case of the Ditch
Just going off duty, Captain Canelli stops by a barber shop for a haircut, and to get out of the snow. It had been a quiet, uneventful night for him,…
Just going off duty, Captain Canelli stops by a barber shop for a haircut, and to get out of the snow. It had been a quiet, uneventful night for him,…
The report of a shooting gets the police into motion at the 21st Precinct. Captain Frank Canelli is in charge, and on hand to tells us the flow of events.…
The report of a shooting gets the police into motion at the 21st Precinct. Captain Frank Canelli is in charge, and on hand to tells us the flow of events.…
When the phone rings in the precinct office, the cops send out a response. Captain Frank Canelli provides the voiceover narration to describe the behind-the-scenes action. There are plenty of…
When the phone rings in the precinct office, the cops send out a response. Captain Frank Canelli provides the voiceover narration to describe the behind-the-scenes action. There are plenty of…
21st Precinct 53-09-22 (012) The Homecoming
The phone rings to report a robbery in progress. Captain Canelli tells in voiceover the details that send the police into action. Ride along in the patrol car as it…
21st Precinct - The Story 1954 Everett Sloane, James Gregory, and Les Damon. portrayed Frank Kennelly-The Captain of the 21st precinct. yet - Kenelly was also called Captain Cronin during Gregory's time. Other stars included Harold Stone as Sergeant Waters, Santos Ortega as Lieutenant Gorman, and Ken Lynch.
The phone rings to report a robbery in progress. Captain Canelli tells in voiceover the details that send the police into action. Ride along in the patrol car as it…
21st Precinct 53-10-06 (014) The Bird
On this week's "Tuesday Night Detectives" on Vintage Classic Radio, we delve into the gripping world of old-time radio drama with two captivating episodes. First up is "Let George Do It" with the episode "One Against a City," originally broadcast on February 7th, 1949. This episode follows the intrepid private investigator George Valentine as he takes on a daunting challenge, fighting against the pervasive corruption of an entire city to uncover the truth behind a nefarious conspiracy. The episode features the talents of Bob Bailey as George Valentine, Virginia Gregg as his secretary Claire Brooks, and Wally Maher as Lieutenant Riley, all delivering stellar performances that bring this thrilling tale to life. Next, we present "21st Precinct" in the episode titled "The Baker," which originally aired on February 3rd, 1954. This episode immerses listeners in the gritty realism of a New York City police precinct, focusing on the dedicated officers who navigate the complexities of law enforcement. The story revolves around a baker who becomes entangled in a web of crime, and it is up to Captain Frank Kennelly and his team to solve the case. The cast includes Everett Sloane as Captain Frank Kennelly, Ken Lynch as Lieutenant Matt King, and Harold Stone as Sergeant Waters, all delivering compelling performances that capture the intensity and urgency of police work. Join us for an evening of suspense and intrigue as we journey through these classic radio dramas, showcasing the timeless appeal of vintage detective stories.
21st Precinct 54-01-01 (026) Case of the Stairs
It was a dark and foggy night, and traffic accidents ruled the night in the 21st Precinct. As the shift of uniformed patrolmen march out to take to the streets,…
It was a dark and foggy night, and traffic accidents ruled the night in the 21st Precinct. As the shift of uniformed patrolmen march out to take to the streets,…
We're riding the subway and walking the Great White Way with four radio gumshoes in New York. First, there's a dead body in Richard Diamond's office in "The Fred Sears Murder Case" (originally aired on NBC on June 5, 1949). A man is killed in Times Square by a man with only a month to live in "The Earl Lawson Murder Case" from Broadway is My Beat (originally aired on CBS on June 9, 1951). John Lund heads to the Big Apple in "The Independent Diamond Traders Matter" from Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar (originally aired on CBS on November 24, 1953), and Captain Kennelly and his men keep the city safe in 21st Precinct (originally aired on CBS on January 13, 1954).
Case Closed begins with The Six Hundred, from 21st Precinct this week. That episode originally aired April 25, 1956. (26:47) We close out this episode with The Adventures Of Michael Shayne and his story from September 18, 1948, Pursuit Of Death. https://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/archive.org/download/rr12024/CaseClosed887.mp3 Download CaseClosed887 | Subscribe | Support Case Closed
In this week's episode of “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we dive into two thrilling stories from the golden age of radio dramas. We begin with “Boston Blackie” and the intriguing case known as “The Mansfield Bank Case,” also referred to as "Fifty Hunter Street," which originally aired on June 30th, 1944. In this suspenseful episode, our cunning hero, Boston Blackie, portrayed by the talented Richard Kollmar, finds himself entangled in a complex bank robbery at Mansfield Bank. The plot thickens as Blackie uses his wit and charm to outsmart the culprits, ensuring justice prevails. The episode features Maurice Tarplin as Inspector Faraday, Jan Miner as Mary Wesley, and Lesley Woods, contributing to the dynamic narrative with their exceptional performances. Following the adventures of Boston Blackie, we switch gears to the gritty streets of New York with “21st Precinct” in the episode titled “The Bird,” which aired on October 6th, 1953. This episode plunges listeners into the day-to-day challenges faced by the officers of the 21st Precinct, with Everett Sloane leading the cast as Captain Frank Kennelly. The story centers around a peculiar case involving a lost canary, which leads to a series of unexpected and dangerous events, showcasing the diverse nature of police work. The cast, including Ken Lynch, Harold Stone, and James Gregory, delivers powerful performances that capture the essence of life inside the precinct, emphasizing the bravery and dedication of New York's finest. Join us on Vintage Classic Radio as we celebrate these masterpieces of mystery and drama, offering a glimpse into the past with stories that remain timeless in their ability to entertain and intrigue.
A short episode that ends early. As desk sergeant Burns and Captain Canelli discuss matters of police station administration, a robber has been picked up. If Leroy’s story is to…
A short episode that ends early. As desk sergeant Burns and Captain Canelli discuss matters of police station administration, a robber has been picked up. If Leroy's story is to…
In this week's episode of “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we dive into the riveting world of vintage detective dramas. The show opens with "The Adventures of Sam Spade," featuring the episode “Stopped Watch Caper,” originally aired on April 10th, 1949. This episode plunges listeners into a complex plot where Sam Spade, voiced by Howard Duff, embarks on an investigation after a seemingly innocuous stopped watch is discovered at a murder scene. As Spade delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled web of familial strife, financial troubles, and deceitful alliances, all revolving around the enigmatic timepiece. The suspense thickens when Spade realizes the watch is a key piece in a much larger, more dangerous puzzle involving high stakes and hidden identities. Alongside Spade, Lurene Tuttle stars as his sharp-witted secretary Effie Perrine, with Joseph Kearns, Janet Waldo, and William Conrad adding depth to the story with their compelling performances. The episode then transitions to “21st Precinct” and the episode “The Mark,” first broadcasted on October 27th, 1954. Here, listeners are taken to the gritty streets of New York City with Captain Frank Kennelly, portrayed by Everett Sloane. Kennelly, along with his team of officers played by Ken Lynch, Harold Stone, and Jack Kruschen, tackles the case of a slick con artist whose scams leave a string of troubled victims. The episode is a testament to the authenticity of police work and the moral dilemmas officers face daily. This installment of “Tuesday Night Detectives” is a tribute to the golden age of radio, with "The Adventures of Sam Spade" and "21st Precinct" epitomizing the intrigue and drama of the era. The brilliant voice acting and intricate storytelling in these episodes capture the essence of classic radio detective dramas, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a world of mystery and suspense.
The 21st Precinct - The Brother Announcer-Art Hannah Writer-Stanley Ness Stars-Everett Sloane, Ken Lynch, Bryna Raebun, Harold Stone, John McQuade, Bill Quinn & Martin Newman It was a dark and foggy night. New York was plagued with automobile accidents. 2 pidestrians were struck by cars. Around midnight a report came in that a police officer was shot.
In the hectic call center of the 21st Precinct, Captain Canelli is confronted with a man who has found a baby. What should Mr Wygan do with the child? The…
n this undated episode, In the precinct office, Captain Canelli sends the new shift of police patrolmen on their way to protect and to serve. A distraught mother enters to…