The Falcon: The Case of the Gangster's Girl 03/04/1951

Summary

Choice Classic Radio Detectives | The Falcon: The Case of the Gangster's Girl

Release Date: March 20, 2025

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Introduction to the Episode

"The Case of the Gangster's Girl" is a gripping installment of The Falcon series, brought to life by Choice Classic Radio. Set against the backdrop of 1950s New York, this episode delves into the dark underbelly of organized crime, love, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice by the titular detective, Michael Waring, famously known as The Falcon.

Main Characters

• Michael Waring (The Falcon): A suave and intelligent private detective determined to uncover the truth.
• Sue Sanders: A distressed woman entangled in a dangerous relationship with a gangster.
• Murray Ross: A menacing gangster struggling to maintain his grip on his criminal operations.
• Al Burkett: A powerful crime boss exerting control over the West End's illicit activities.
• Hilliard: A spy working for Murray Ross, whose betrayal leads to dire consequences.

Plot Overview

The episode opens on a tense evening in New York City, where Sue Sanders seeks the help of The Falcon to escape her abusive boyfriend, Murray Ross. Murray's desperation to keep Sue by his side leads to escalating threats and violence, compelling Sue to hire The Falcon to ensure her safety and freedom.

Initial Confrontations

At [00:42], Michael Waring introduces himself to Sue, highlighting the gravity of her situation:

Sue Sanders (05:48): "I want to hire you."

The Falcon (05:55): "Do you want a detective? Or don't you want to say over the phone?"

Their conversation reveals the complexity of Murray's character and his deep involvement with Al Burkett, the crime lord who controls the West End.

The Encounter with Murray Ross

In a heated exchange at Sue's apartment around [02:44], Murray confronts Sue about her intentions to leave him:

Murray Ross (02:56): "I'm disappointed in you, Putter."

Sue Sanders (04:04): "You said Easy money. Well, I didn't like it from the start, but you insisted. What's the harm when you start beating up people?"

This confrontation sets the stage for the central conflict, showcasing Murray's volatile nature and his dominance over Sue.

Sue Seeks The Falcon's Help

At [05:43], Sue reaches out to The Falcon, detailing her dire predicament:

Sue Sanders (05:58): "I want him locked up. But the electric chair, that's something else."

Determined to help, The Falcon devises a plan to outmaneuver Murray and uncover the truth behind recent suspicious activities, including the murder of Hilliard.

Unraveling the Mystery

As the plot thickens, The Falcon investigates the betrayal within Murray's ranks. By [14:38], he contacts Sue to inform her about the murder of Hilliard, the spy who double-crossed Murray:

The Falcon (19:31): "Hilliard's been murdered."

This revelation intensifies the stakes, pushing The Falcon to trace the connections between Burkett, Murray, and the mysterious circumstances surrounding Hilliard's death.

Climactic Confrontation

In the pivotal moments around [26:00], The Falcon confronts both Murray and Burkett, leading to a dramatic showdown:

The Falcon (27:02): "I've been trying to find some way of proving what everybody knows about you fellas."

Murray Ross (26:27): "Hilliard talks to you and right away he gets himself murdered. What's the matter? Did he turn you down?"

Using cunning and strategic questioning, The Falcon exposes the web of deceit, ultimately ensuring that justice prevails and Sue is free from her tormentor.

Notable Quotes

• Sue Sanders [05:48]: "I want to hire you."
• The Falcon [05:55]: "Do you want a detective? Or don't you want to say over the phone?"
• Murray Ross [02:56]: "I'm disappointed in you, Putter."
• Sue Sanders [04:04]: "You said Easy money. Well, I didn't like it from the start, but you insisted. What's the harm when you start beating up people?"
• The Falcon [19:31]: "Hilliard's been murdered."
• Murray Ross [26:27]: "Hilliard talks to you and right away he gets himself murdered. What's the matter? Did he turn you down?"
• The Falcon [27:02]: "I've been trying to find some way of proving what everybody knows about you fellas."

Themes and Insights

The episode masterfully explores themes of betrayal, loyalty, and the quest for truth. The dynamic between Sue and Murray highlights the destructive nature of abusive relationships, while The Falcon's relentless pursuit underscores the importance of integrity and justice.

Choice Classic Radio excels in creating an immersive atmosphere, with sharp dialogues and well-developed characters that keep listeners engaged. The interplay between The Falcon and the antagonists reveals the intricate power struggles within the criminal underworld, offering insightful commentary on trust and deception.

Conclusion

"The Case of the Gangster's Girl" stands out as a quintessential Old Time Radio detective story, blending suspense, drama, and moral complexity. The Falcon not only rescues Sue from her perilous situation but also dismantles the corrupt operations of Murray Ross and Al Burkett, restoring order and justice.

For fans of classic detective narratives and those new to the genre, this episode offers a captivating journey through mystery and resolution, all brought to life by the exceptional storytelling of Choice Classic Radio.

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Transcript

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[Murray Ross]

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[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hello? Yes, this is the Falcon speaking. Oh, Thelma, I'm glad you called, but tonight is out. Angel. A girl is trying to break off with her boyfriend, but he loves her too much to let her go. And it's up to me to see he doesn't love her to death.

[Ed Herlihy]

This is Ed Herlihy, friends inviting you on behalf of the Kraft Foods company to listen to the adventures of the Falcon starring Les Demon. You met the Falcon first in his best selling novels. Then you saw him in his thrilling motion picture series. Now join him on the air when the Falcon solves the case of the gangster's girl. Before we join the Falcon in his latest adventure, I'd like to tell you folks about Kraft's golden cheese food. Velveeta. Velveeta is such good eating. Just taste that grand, rich yet mild cheddar cheese flavor. And Velveeta is so good for you. It's rich in important food values. From milk itself for swell tasting snacks for good hearty sandwiches for thrifty, easy, hot dishes. It's smart to keep stocked with Velveeta. Get it tomorrow in the handy quarter pound package or in the economical two pound loaf. The cheese food of top quality Velveeta is made only by Kraft. And now, the case of the Gangster's Girl. It's late Sunday night in New York and Mort Potter, a local gambler, is returning home after hitting a few of the night spots when a large sedan pulls alongside on a deserted street. Potter pulls over to let the second car by, but instead of passing it starts crowding him, forcing him toward the curb.

[Murray Ross]

Hey, hey, what's the idea? Why don't you look where you. Oh, Murray. Hello, Butter. Come on, Hilliard.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yeah.

[Murray Ross]

I'm disappointed in you, Putter. Hilliard tells me you turned down our proposition. Yeah, it's just. Well, I, I, I thought you didn't think so good. Come on, get out. Hey, what's the idea? Get out. Or do I have to help you. All right, Hilliard, hold him. Yeah, man. Look, look, fellas, if you just let me.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Oh, yeah.

[Murray Ross]

Oh.

[Sue Sanders]

Murray, don't you believe in knocking?

[Murray Ross]

You want privacy, keep your door locked.

[Sue Sanders]

I thought it was.

[Murray Ross]

You should be more careful, Sue. Well, where do you think you're going?

[Sue Sanders]

Little trip.

[Murray Ross]

Looks more like a big trip. You've cleaned the closet.

[Sue Sanders]

If I want to go away from me?

[Murray Ross]

You wouldn't do that, baby.

[Sue Sanders]

Dal, I saw the paper. That man has three broken ribs.

[Business Representative]

What man?

[Sue Sanders]

You know what man. Everybody knows you did it, baby doll.

[Murray Ross]

Don't take everything so serious.

[Sue Sanders]

Three broken ribs are serious.

[Murray Ross]

Are they your ribs?

[Sue Sanders]

You said Easy money. Well, I didn't like it from the start, but you insisted. What's the harm when you start beating up people? That's harm. Next it'll be killing. Or maybe that's happened already, too.

[Murray Ross]

Look, I don't want to talk about it. You're staying here, understand?

[Sue Sanders]

No, Murray.

[Murray Ross]

I said you're staying here. Now start unpacking.

[Sue Sanders]

No.

[Murray Ross]

Start unpacking.

[Ed Herlihy]

Hurry up.

[Murray Ross]

Wanting to go away? You don't know how lucky you are, baby doll. I'm gonna be big in this town. Real big.

[Sue Sanders]

I liked you when you weren't gonna be big.

[Murray Ross]

Now, don't talk dumb and quit your ballin' Doing a town tonight. I don't want your eyes all red.

[Sue Sanders]

Why can't you leave me alone?

[Murray Ross]

Sometimes I ask myself that. I just can't, that's all. You know, you ought to be flattered. As soon as Hilliard told me he'd been over to the airline ticket office, I'd come right over.

[Sue Sanders]

Oh, Hilliard. How did he know?

[Murray Ross]

He keeps his eyes open.

[Sue Sanders]

Have you got him spying on me?

[Murray Ross]

He just likes to look after my interests, that's all.

[Sue Sanders]

He just likes to make trouble, that's all.

[Murray Ross]

Oh, he's okay.

[Sue Sanders]

Like a rattlesnake, he's okay. And one of these days, he'll make trouble for you, too.

[Murray Ross]

Don't make trouble me last.

[Sue Sanders]

You'll see. Things aren't bad enough. You have to have worms around.

[Murray Ross]

All right, you don't like them, I'll can them. Anything for you, baby, except getting out.

[Sue Sanders]

Of the whole dirty business. Except that or letting me out.

[Murray Ross]

You don't want out, baby doll. Not if it means leaving me. Now, come on, honey. Get those bags unpacked.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hello?

[Sue Sanders]

Is that Michael Waring, the Falcon?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yes, this is the Falcon speaking.

[Sue Sanders]

I want to hire you.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, considering the price of groceries, I want to be hired.

[Ed Herlihy]

Who are you?

[Sue Sanders]

Oh, Sue Sanders.

[Ed Herlihy]

And why?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Do you want a detective? Or don't you want to say over the phone?

[Sue Sanders]

It has to be over the phone. I don't dare come to see you. I might be followed. I'm calling from a phone booth. And I'll mail you the money for your fee.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

All right. What do I do to earn it?

[Sue Sanders]

I want to get rid of my boyfriend.

[Ed Herlihy]

Rid of him?

[Sue Sanders]

Yeah. I'm hoping you can have him put in jail.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Oh, for a minute, you had me worried.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, you may still have something to worry about. He plays rough.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

What's his name?

[Sue Sanders]

Murray Ross.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Oh, I see what you mean. I've just been reading about him.

[Sue Sanders]

Yeah, it's in the papers. The police questioned him, but they couldn't prove anything. But I know he beat up that man because he wouldn't join Murray's outfit. They want to corner all the numbers men in town.

[Ed Herlihy]

Who's they?

[Sue Sanders]

Murray and Al Burkett.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Uh. Oh.

[Ed Herlihy]

Is Burkett in this deal?

[Sue Sanders]

He is the deal. Murray just runs the West End for him.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Mm. And just where do you fit?

[Sue Sanders]

I don't fit anymore. That's just the trouble. I've been going with Murray, but I want out.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

And he has other plans for you, huh?

[Sue Sanders]

That's right. My only hope is for him to be picked up, but so far, nobody's been able to prove anything that would stick.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

What makes you think I will?

[Sue Sanders]

I have to do something, and I've heard a lot about you, and I gotta get away. I simply got to.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Even if it means sending your boyfriend to jail?

[Sue Sanders]

He hasn't left me any choice.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hmm. Well, I'll do what I can for you, but how do I get in touch with him?

[Sue Sanders]

I'll have to get in touch with you. I'll call you from time to time.

[Ed Herlihy]

Right.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Can you tell me anything that might help?

[Sue Sanders]

Well, nothing more than I already have. And the police already know all of that. The problem's getting proof. If I learn anything, I'll let you know. Now, I gotta go. He's expecting me for dinner.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, have fun.

[Sue Sanders]

Are you kidding?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

No, I'm dead serious.

[Sue Sanders]

It's just the way I'll be if Murray finds out about this call. Goodbye, Mr. Waring.

[Murray Ross]

Come on, baby doll, let's have a smile.

[Sue Sanders]

I'm trying, Murray.

[Murray Ross]

You shouldn't have to try. What's the matter?

[Sue Sanders]

You know what's the matter.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Ah.

[Murray Ross]

Look, baby doll, I know it's a little rough getting organized, but everybody's just about lined up. Now, no more knuckle deals.

[Business Representative]

Now.

[Murray Ross]

It's a business, just like Any business? I'll have an office 9 to 5. You'll see.

[Sue Sanders]

First it's getting people in line, and then it's keeping them in line.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, I'll stay in line.

[Sue Sanders]

Not because they want to. You enjoy throwing your weight around, Murray. You know you do. You like people to be afraid of you. Makes you feel important. You have to pretend to be a big shot because you know you're just Burkett's errand boy. Look out. You'll knock over the champagne.

[Murray Ross]

Just Burkett's errand boy, huh? Listen, baby doll, I'm gonna tell you something. I run the West End, see? All the collections are turned over to.

[Sue Sanders]

Me, and you pass them on to Burkett with a little cut for yourself.

[Murray Ross]

Little cut? Listen, Burkett don't know all the angles. I got two sets of books. If Burkett knew what to take in this part of town really comes to it with curless hair, I'm taking him but plenty. And when he finds out, who's gonna tell him?

[Sue Sanders]

Maybe he won't have to be told. He's good at arithmetic.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, but he can't figure what he can't see, baby doll. Ah, come on. Stop worrying, will ya? Everything's gonna be all right.

[Sue Sanders]

Yeah, I guess it is. Just depends. Upon what?

[Business Representative]

Yes?

[Murray Ross]

What is it?

[Business Representative]

Murray Ross is here to see you, Mr. Burkett. Oh, good. I've been waiting. Send him in. Yeah, okay.

[Murray Ross]

Go on it. Right. Hello, Phuket. I understand you wanted to see me.

[Business Representative]

Yes. I like to check up from time to time. You know how it is. Sit down. Cigarette?

[Murray Ross]

No, thanks.

[Business Representative]

How sue, baby?

[Murray Ross]

Oh, she's all right.

[Business Representative]

That's good.

[Murray Ross]

Anything special you wanted to see me about?

[Business Representative]

As a matter of fact, yes, there is.

[Murray Ross]

Shoot.

[Business Representative]

Don't give me ideas, huh? You take me for a fool, Murray?

[Murray Ross]

I don't know what you mean.

[Business Representative]

I think you do. But just so there won't be any question, I'll lay it on the line. Cards on the table. To put it bluntly, Murray, you've been holding out on me, shortchanging me. What?

[Murray Ross]

Who told you?

[Business Representative]

Never mind. I have sources of information.

[Murray Ross]

Well, your sources are talking through their hat.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Perhaps.

[Business Representative]

Won't take long to check.

[Murray Ross]

Want to see the books?

[Business Representative]

Which set are you?

[Murray Ross]

You got the wrong idea.

[Business Representative]

I think not. But as I said, I'll check.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

But not books.

[Business Representative]

There are other methods, more reliable.

[Ed Herlihy]

Okay.

[Murray Ross]

You'll find out.

[Business Representative]

I'm sure I will, my boy. And while I'm working on it, you'll stay here where I can keep an eye on you.

[Murray Ross]

Here?

[Business Representative]

Yes. House guest. The boys will see you're comfortable. What's the matter?

[Murray Ross]

Oh, nothing.

[Business Representative]

You're too warm. I see you're perspiring. Shall I open a window?

[Murray Ross]

I'm getting out of here. What?

[Ed Herlihy]

Going somewhere, mister?

[Murray Ross]

Well, I.

[Business Representative]

Close the door. Yeah.

[Sue Sanders]

All right.

[Business Representative]

Now come back here and sit down, boy. Got to finish our conversation.

[Murray Ross]

What are you gonna do?

[Business Representative]

Ah, yes. What am I going to do? Let's discuss that, shall we?

[Ed Herlihy]

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[Murray Ross]

Hello, baby Doe. Surprised to see me?

[Sue Sanders]

No. Should I be?

[Murray Ross]

Look out. I'm coming in.

[Sue Sanders]

All right. Why are you locking the door?

[Murray Ross]

I've just come from Burkett. Oh, he knows about the finaglin.

[Sue Sanders]

How'd he find out?

[Murray Ross]

How did he find out? That's rich.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, he let you go?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yeah.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, he let me go. Says I could still be useful. But now he's gonna keep his eye on me. Won't that be real cozy? Somebody's gonna pay for this baby dog.

[Sue Sanders]

You don't think that I.

[Murray Ross]

Somebody tipped Burkett. He didn't have proof. But he knew about the deal.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, if he didn't have the proof.

[Murray Ross]

He could always get proof once he was wise. So I had to come across. Come here, baby. Don, what do you want? I just want you to come here. Why did you tip Burkett? Not much. You didn't I tell you? And right away Burkett knows all about it.

[Sue Sanders]

You can't believe me.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah.

[Sue Sanders]

Oh, darling.

[Murray Ross]

Murray, don't you little double cross.

[Sue Sanders]

Tell him. I swear it.

[Murray Ross]

Van Houte.

[Sue Sanders]

How about Hilliard?

[Murray Ross]

Hilliard? Why should he?

[Sue Sanders]

I told you he was dangerous. He spied on me for you. Well, he'll spy on you for be getting good with the big boys. That's his motto. That must be it. Ilya would sell out his own brother if would help him get ahead.

[Murray Ross]

Well, we'll see, baby dove. We'll see.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hello?

[Sue Sanders]

Hello, Mr. Waring, this is Sue Sanders. Have you found out anything for me?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I'm working on it. I've got a phony deal cooked up. If I can get Murray to go for it, I may be able to hook him.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, I hope you can work fast. He thinks I've double crossed him.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Does he know about me?

[Sue Sanders]

No, it's something else.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

All right, I'll put on the heat, but I think I better try the act out on Hilliard first.

[Sue Sanders]

Hilliard?

[Business Representative]

Yeah.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I have an idea. He's more gullible than Murray. If I can sell him, Murray's a cinch.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, anything you think best. Only hurry.

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[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You can at least double your take if you work with my crowd.

[Business Representative]

How do you know what my take is?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

It's all down there in black and white.

[Business Representative]

I'm not admitting those figures are right. In fact, I'm not admitting I have anything to do with the numbers.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

All right, look, I don't blame you for being cagey, but think it over, Hilliard. If you want to do business, you know where to reach me.

[Murray Ross]

Okay?

[Business Representative]

Wary.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

But I'd like an answer by tomorrow. We want to get moving. Yeah, and if I were you, I wouldn't mention this to anyone.

[Business Representative]

You think I'm crazy?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Always a possibility. Well, now I've got. I got here at the window. Driver, did you see anybody come out of that alley just now?

[Murray Ross]

Huh?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

He just got in.

[Murray Ross]

A red sedan drove off.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You see where he went?

[Murray Ross]

Turn right, the corner.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

All right, let's see if we can catch him.

[Murray Ross]

Okay. Hey, what's it all about?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Did you hear those shots?

[Ed Herlihy]

Shots?

[Murray Ross]

I thought it was back.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Backfire never killed anybody.

[Murray Ross]

Oh, somebody's dead.

[Ed Herlihy]

Yeah, very.

[Murray Ross]

Hey, I don't think I like this.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I'm not exactly turning cartwheels myself. You said red sedan. Is that it up ahead?

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, could be.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

All right, step on it.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah. Caesar's coming. He's starting to speed.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

We'll catch him.

[Murray Ross]

Well, I'll try, but I'm just as happy if I don't.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You just turn left.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, I see. Hang on.

[Business Representative]

Here we go.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yeah, there he is.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, just got through the light. It's changing.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, lean on your horn and go through on the red.

[Murray Ross]

Now, look, if I get a ticket.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I'll stand the fine.

[Murray Ross]

Okay. Do you stand the hospital bills, too?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yes, and the funeral expenses. Just keep going.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah, you say the nicest thing.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

He's taking another turn.

[Murray Ross]

Yeah. Hey, he'll never make it at that speed. I told you he's gonna cr. Well, end of the line, mister.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Certainly looks like it for him. Hello, Murray.

[Murray Ross]

Do I know you?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Name is Mike Waring.

[Murray Ross]

Oh, the falcon.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You see, you do know me.

[Murray Ross]

Of you. What do you want?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I got a proposition you might be interested in.

[Murray Ross]

No, thanks.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

How do you know till you hear it?

[Murray Ross]

I said I've heard of you. I didn't like what I heard.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, neither did Hilliard, but he was willing to look over my wares.

[Murray Ross]

Oh, you talked to Hilliard?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Uh huh.

[Murray Ross]

What'd he say?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Said he'd consider it.

[Murray Ross]

I'm not surprised. Now I know I'm not interested.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You don't care for Hilliard.

[Murray Ross]

I don't care for rats.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

How much don't you care for them? Ah, well, just wondering if you'd try to exterminate them.

[Murray Ross]

What's that supposed to mean?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Somebody exterminated Hilliard. And since you called him a rat.

[Murray Ross]

Extermin. You mean he's dead?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

That's right.

[Murray Ross]

So that's her angle.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Whose angle, Ma?

[Murray Ross]

Nothing. Anyhow, it's not gonna work. I can prove where I've been all afternoon.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

As for this job was done by professional trigger. You could have hired him.

[Murray Ross]

Are they picked up who done it?

[Ed Herlihy]

Picked up the pieces?

[Murray Ross]

Well, it wasn't working for me. But I got an idea. I'll be seeing you. Where?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Just a minute, Murray.

[Murray Ross]

I got things to do. Out of my way. Yeah, well first I said out of my way.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Okay, if that's the way you want it. Maybe this keep you around a while.

[Sue Sanders]

Oh, Mr. Waring, you shouldn't have come here. I said I'd call you.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I didn't want to wait, but if Murray comes. He won't.

[Sue Sanders]

How do you know?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

The police are keeping him busy.

[Sue Sanders]

Oh, you've had him arrested?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Asked temporarily. And they're holding him for questioning.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, they questioned him before. They can't prove anything. That's why I hired you.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, they never questioned him about this before.

[Sue Sanders]

About what?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hilliard's murdered.

[Sue Sanders]

What? Has Hilliard been murdered?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Uh huh. And when I told Murray about it, I got the idea he was coming for you. That's the reason I tried to put him on ice for a while.

[Sue Sanders]

Would you think they'll be able to hold him long?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I'm afraid not. Unless you can give us a little something to go on.

[Sue Sanders]

Like what?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Like a motive. For example. Now do you know any reason why Murray would want to kill Heliad?

[Sue Sanders]

Look, it's gonna be bad enough for me if Murray gets out of this. I'll only make it worse by saying anything. Make him that much angrier.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Maybe he won't get out of it if you tell enough.

[Sue Sanders]

But this is murder. Yeah, I want him locked up. But the electric chair, that's something else.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

It's your heart of his angel. And if he's a murderer.

[Sue Sanders]

I don't know what to say.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Say whatever you know.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, I don't know much.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Look, did Murray have a motive for killing Hilliard?

[Sue Sanders]

Well, yeah, I guess he did.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

All right, what was it?

[Sue Sanders]

I told you Murray thought I double crossed him.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yes, but you didn't say what about.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, he'd been holding back some of Burkett's money. Burkett found out about it. Murray thought I told him. I said it must have been Hilliard.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, that could do it. Anything else?

[Sue Sanders]

You know, I don't think so.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I'll call that much into the police. Then I'll go see Burkett. Now that the heat's on. I've got to find out what's cooking and make sure it's not your goose.

[Business Representative]

Mr. Burkett? Yes? Mike Waring is here. He wants to see you well? Yeah. Good. Tell him to come in. Yeah, all right.

[Murray Ross]

Way.

[Ed Herlihy]

Thanks, sweetheart. Hello, Burketts.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I've been wanting to meet you.

[Business Representative]

So I understand you've been snooping around. What's it about?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Snooping?

[Business Representative]

Asking questions. You hadn't dropped in today. I was just about to look you up.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I saved you the trouble.

[Business Representative]

All right, now, let's have it. I like to know where I stand. Why the interest in me?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I'll tell you. I'm interested in the numbers game. Can be very profitable.

[Business Representative]

Yes, that's what I hear.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

That's what you know. You're in it up to your ears.

[Business Representative]

All right, if you like. I won't deny it, but it'll take some proving. The DA has been working on it for months.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I don't have to prove it except to my own satisfaction. I'm not trying to convince a court.

[Business Representative]

Who are you trying to convince?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I told you myself. Just wanted to make sure you were the boy to hit with my proposition.

[Business Representative]

Proposition?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

There's a new outfit coming into this game. They sent me on ahead to line things up. We're big, lots of backing. Now, we could run you out, but we prefer to do business with you. To your advantage and ours.

[Business Representative]

Whose outfit is it?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

We'll get around to that when you join.

[Ed Herlihy]

But now you deal with me.

[Business Representative]

Look, friend, if I was up to my ears in a racket, as you say, why would I want to deal with a character like the Falcon who's so chummy with the law?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Sure, I've been chummy with the law. That's why the organization wanted me. Thing like that can come in handy. Now, look, I don't blame you for being cautious, but I've got the whole thing worked out on paper. Dollars and cents.

[Ed Herlihy]

Can't hurt to look at it.

[Business Representative]

Oh, can't hurt. Be glad to look it over. Let's have it.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I don't have it with me. I left it at Hilliards Elliot's.

[Business Representative]

What were you doing there?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I didn't think it was any use hitting you until I found out how your boys took to this idea. So I talked to Hilliard and Murray Ross.

[Business Representative]

What did they say?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Why not ask them?

[Business Representative]

Don't think I won't. I supposed to come here tonight? If they've been holding hands with you.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Or you admit they work for you.

[Business Representative]

That'S no secret wearing. I have an investment business.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Still don't trust me, do you, Burkett?

[Business Representative]

Why should I?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You shouldn't.

[Business Representative]

But I'm always willing to look over any Proposition? I'll send one of the boys over to Hilliards to pick up your papers as do that.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I'm sure you'll find them interesting.

[Business Representative]

What I want to know is just how interesting did Hilliard and Murray find them?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, I'm afraid you'll never find out from Hilliard.

[Business Representative]

Why?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Haven't you heard?

[Business Representative]

Heard what?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hilliard's been murdered.

[Business Representative]

What?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

As I thought you knew.

[Business Representative]

Hilliard talks to you and right away he gets himself murdered. What's the matter? Did he turn you down?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Said he'd think it over.

[Business Representative]

And who were you working for? Wearing.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I told you, that's not for publication.

[Business Representative]

Yet I'm asking.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Sorry.

[Business Representative]

You know, sometimes silence can be very unhealthy.

[Ed Herlihy]

Why?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You're just a businessman. Investments. You wouldn't try any rough stuff.

[Business Representative]

That's right.

[Murray Ross]

Wearing.

[Business Representative]

I wouldn't. But you can always have an accident, can't you?

[Ed Herlihy]

This is Ed Herlihy again. Friends. Well, Mike won't tell Mr. Burkett what he wants to know. But I do want to tell you something I'm sure you mothers especially will want to know. It's how to get the finest cheese food you can buy for your family. It's simple, really. Just be sure you buy Velveeta, Kraft's delicious pasteurized processed cheese food. Velveeta tastes good and it's so good for you, too. For Velveeta is rich in important food values from milk, and it's as digestible as milk itself. So it's perfect anytime for snacks, sandwiches and grand hot dishes. Try it. Won't you, mother make Velveeta your handy helper? Just be sure you get genuine Velveeta, the pasteurized processed cheese food of top quality made by Kraft. Now back to the Adventures of the Falcon. It's 20 minutes since Mike Waring left Al Burkett. Now he's back at Sue's with a plan to wrap up the case.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Look, angel, I want you to call Burkett. Ask him to come over here.

[Sue Sanders]

Why?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I want to get him away from his gorillas. He was expecting Murray and Hilliard tonight. Now he knows Hilliard can't make it, but he's still waiting for Murray. He knows you're Murray's girl, so maybe he'll come. If he thinks you have an important message from Murray, he'd probably want me.

[Sue Sanders]

To go to his place.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, you can be expecting a phone call from Murray and don't want to leave till you get it.

[Sue Sanders]

All right, I'll try. But what happens when he gets here?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, the only way to clinch anything against these boys is to get one of them on record against the other. I think I know how to do it now. And it ought to work.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, it better. After all, Mr. Wearing, I hired you to get me out of danger, not into it. Come in, Mr. Burkett.

[Business Representative]

Righto. Sue. Where's. Oh, Wearing.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hello, Burkett.

[Business Representative]

Well, she didn't tell me you'd be here.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I thought Murray might be here.

[Business Representative]

What did you want with him?

[Murray Ross]

He.

[Business Representative]

You said you'd already talked over your proposition with him.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

No, it wasn't about that. I want to talk to him about the murder.

[Business Representative]

So what did he think he could tell you?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, as a matter of fact, it. Murray, what do you know? Right on cue. Come on in, Maureen.

[Murray Ross]

What is this? What are you doing here?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Waiting for you. I didn't think the police would hold you, but maybe they will next time round.

[Ed Herlihy]

Police?

[Business Representative]

So that's your game, Waring. The proposition was just a bluff? I thought as much as Burkett.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

I've been trying to find some way of proving what everybody knows about you fellas. It's not easy, but maybe it won't be necessary if I can pin the murder on you instead.

[Murray Ross]

On who?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Who do you think, Murray?

[Murray Ross]

You tell me.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Burkett found out you had double crossed him. Haven't you wondered why he didn't do something about it? The only reason you're not on the slab with Hilliard is that you make such a nice patsy.

[Murray Ross]

How's that?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Hilliard blabbed on you. Gives you good motive. So it's safe for Burkett to have Hilliard rubbed out with you around to take the wrap.

[Business Representative]

What rubbish.

[Murray Ross]

I don't know.

[Ed Herlihy]

Burkett.

[Murray Ross]

I've been wondering how come you turned me loose.

[Business Representative]

I told you I. I needed you.

[Murray Ross]

Maybe. And maybe Waring's making sense. Now you're gonna tell me.

[Business Representative]

I told you I.

[Murray Ross]

No, come on, Burkett, talk.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Stop it, you idiot.

[Business Representative]

Can't you see what Waring's trying to do?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You're gonna talk Fury Will Murray at headquarters. That's where you're going as soon as you fellas get through dancing. And just in case you have any doubts about it, this gun ought to remove them. So let me know when you're ready, will you? Well, angel, before they got through, they certainly spilled plenty on each other. They won't have much to worry about from Murray anymore. He has a long stretch ahead for Actyria. And Burkett is going up for murder.

[Sue Sanders]

But why did Burkett. If Hilliard killed. Hilliard was helping him he told me about Murray's cheating.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Yes. It's just it. You see, Hilliard was a stool pigeon. He squealed on you to Murray, squealed on Murray to Burkett. So Burkett reasoned he might just as likely squeal on him to the law.

[Sue Sanders]

I see.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Burkett's motto was never trust a stoolie. Makes sense.

[Sue Sanders]

But how did you know that he was behind the murder?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Well, he pretended he didn't know Hilliard had been killed. When I told him I'd left some papers he might be interested in at Hilliard's, he said he'd send one of the boys over to pick them up. But since he was supposed to be expecting Hilliard, why didn't he simply call him to bring the papers along?

[Sue Sanders]

Of course, he must have known Hilliard wouldn't be coming.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

That's right. Because he knew he was dead.

[Sue Sanders]

Well, I'm glad it's over. And I'm certainly glad you got me free of Murray. And believe me, I'm gonna be careful who I start going out with from now on.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

That's a very good idea.

[Sue Sanders]

Of course, a private detective ought to be safe enough.

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

Don't look at me.

[Sue Sanders]

What's the matter?

[Michael Waring (The Falcon)]

You had your last boyfriend sent to jail. I'm going to be careful, too. Good night, angel.

[Ed Herlihy]

Friends, America's defense program has placed on the Red Cross one of the greatest responsibilities it has ever had to assume. Now, in addition to day to day aid to the sick and injured, the Red Cross must extend its services to the men of our growing armed forces in camps and hospitals at home and overseas. Now, too, the Red Cross must recruit, train and equip millions of home defense volunteers in first aid and home nursing. And the Red Cross system of blood banks must be expanded to meet greater civilian and military needs. That's why we Red Cross needs your help. By giving as generously as you can to the Red Cross, you are helping to mobilize for the defense of your family, your community, your country. The Case of the Unsilent Butler. The Case of the Unsilent Butler. That's the title of next week's Adventure of the Falcon, when Mike Waring learns that the way some people get a bang out of life is by using a gun. So be sure to listen at this same time next week to another exciting Adventure of the Falcon, brought to you by the Kraft Foods Company. The Adventures of the Falcon are based on the famous character created by Drexel Drake, produced by Bernard L. Shubert, written today by Jerome Epstein and directed by Richard Lewis. Music was by Arlo Les Damon was starred as the Falcon, with Jan Minor as Sue. Be sure to hear the Great Gilder sleeve next Wednesday evening over most of these stations. In next Wednesday's broadcast, Gildy comes face to face with an hilarious problem and solves it in a way that will keep you laughing for days. Remember the show, the time and the place. The Great Gilda sleeve next Wednesday evening over most of these stations. Check your local newspaper for time of broadcast. This is Ed Hurley. He's speaking for the Kraft Foods Company. This is NBC, the national Broadcasting Company.