The Shadow: The Temple Bells of Neban 10/24/1937

Summary

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Podcast Summary: The Shadow: The Temple Bells of Niban

Podcast: Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
Episode: The Shadow: The Temple Bells of Niban (originally aired 10/24/1937)
Release Date: October 30, 2025
Host: Choice Classic Radio

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Overview

This classic radio drama episode features The Shadow—Lamont Cranston’s alter ego—embroiled in the sinister world of narcotics trafficking, ancient mysticism, and hypnosis. “The Temple Bells of Niban” pits The Shadow against Saadi Belada, an enigmatic Indian dancer with connections to a dangerous drug ring plaguing the city’s youth. The episode weaves together action, psychological manipulation, and Eastern mystique, culminating in a supernatural showdown involving the legendary temple bells.

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Key Discussion Points and Plot Developments

1. Narcotics Crisis Hits Home (02:11 - 07:15)

• Lamont Cranston and his companion, Margot Lane, discuss the rising narcotics epidemic affecting schoolchildren and society women. Margot worries about community safety and wishes “The Shadow” could intervene.
  • Margot: “Oh, it needs the Shadow to get at the bottom of it.” (02:32)
• They spot Jerry Gleason, a troubled young man, at Club Caliph, and wonder about his connection to the case.

2. Saadi Belada's Entrance – Hypnotic Performance (04:06 - 06:41)

• Saadi Belada is introduced as a mesmerizing Indian dancer, performing a snake dance with a live cobra. Her power and mystique unsettle Lamont and Margot.
• Saadi gives Margot a bracelet and makes oblique threats, hinting at her knowledge of ancient magic.
  • Saadi: “It is good sometimes to know a small prayer. … In case you should meet someone who could destroy you.” (05:48)

3. Suspicion and Shadow Intervention (06:53 - 10:50)

• Lamont and Margot deduce Saadi’s involvement in drug trafficking, particularly with Jerry Gleason.
• In Saadi’s dressing room, listeners learn the operation is set to flee the country with Jerry in tow. The Shadow reveals himself to Saadi and Alexis, challenging their plans.
  • Shadow: “I warn you, Saddibelada, leave the Gleason boy alone—The boy to whom you give the evil drug.” (09:50)
  • Saadi counters with her command of the Temple Bells, an ancient power capable of dispelling the Shadow’s invisibility.

4. Power of the Temple Bells (15:01 - 16:19)

• Lamont explains to Margot that the Temple Bells of Niban—if wielded by a true adept—could reveal The Shadow’s physical form, neutralizing his powers.
  • Lamont: “There should be someone who could command the Temple Bells of Niban. The Shadow would cease to be a shadow.” (15:46)
  • Lamont: “At the last stroke of the bell, I would be only what I am—Lamont Cranston.” (16:00)

5. Calling the Police and Clues at the Scene (11:27 - 13:12, 17:32 - 18:34)

• Jerry’s father, Andrew Gleason, demands police intervention for his son. The Shadow anonymously contacts Commissioner Weston, pushing the police to act.
• Lamont finds a note in Saadi’s dressing room linking the gang to the freighter Albore Castle.
• A dead snake is left as a warning for Lamont:
  • Lamont: “So she’s not bluffing. She does know who I am.” (18:08)

6. Jerry’s Hypnotic Abduction (19:14 - 20:17)

• Hypnotized remotely by Saadi, Jerry escapes his home and is lured to the docks via telepathic suggestion.
  • Saadi (in Jerry’s mind): “Come to me at the dock where we met before. Your medicine is waiting.” (19:33)

7. Showdown on the ‘Albore Castle’ (21:32 - 25:50)

• The villains prepare to set sail, Jerry stowed below. The Shadow infiltrates, unseen, sparking a tense confrontation.
  • Saadi claims she will use the Temple Bells to expose the Shadow.
  • Saadi: “When the last bell sounds while this sacred cobra dances, you will see the Shadow only as a man.” (23:33)
• In a twist, the cobra in Saadi’s basket is switched; as she attempts to control it, disaster strikes.
  • Shadow: “Dead cobras are better playthings than live ones.” (24:15)
  • The cobra strikes Saadi, resulting in chaos.

8. Justice and Closure (25:56 - 26:22)

• Police storm the ship and arrest the criminals.
  • Commissioner: “Dope smugglers, kidnappers, and from the looks, murderers. This time the police were too smart for you.” (26:11)
  • The Shadow credits the police, and departs, mysteries intact.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Drug Trafficking’s Reach:

  • Margot: “They found school children using it. Society women. Why, it’s already caused a half dozen suicides.” (02:25)

• Saadi’s Ominous Flirtation:

  • Saadi: “It is good sometimes to know a small prayer… In case you should meet someone who could destroy you.” (05:48)

• The Shadow’s Warning:

  • Shadow: “I warn you, Saddibelada, leave the Gleason boy alone…” (09:50)

• On Supernatural Danger:

  • Lamont: “At the last stroke of the bell, I would be only what I am—Lamont Cranston. My magic … expelled by this greater power.” (16:00)

• The Cobra Turns the Tables:

  • Shadow: “Dead cobras are better playthings than live ones.” (24:15)

• Final Justice:

  • Commissioner: “Dope smugglers, kidnappers, and from the looks, murderers. This time the police were too smart for you.” (26:11)

• The Shadow’s Closing Maxim:

  • Shadow: “The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay. The Shadow knows.” (28:51)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• Ephemeral Club Caliph scenes (02:11 – 06:41)
• Dressing Room confrontation (07:50 – 10:50)
• Shadow’s explanation of the bells (15:01 – 16:19)
• Clues and threats discovered (17:32 – 18:34)
• Jerry’s abduction (19:14 – 20:17)
• Final shipboard confrontation (21:32 – 25:50)
• Police arrival and villain downfall (25:56 – 26:22)
• Shadow’s closing message (28:51)

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Tone and Style

The episode is conducted with the clipped, suspenseful delivery typical of 1930s radio, mixing gritty urban dialogue with cryptic, supernatural diction—especially when referencing the mystical "Temple Bells of Niban." Lamont/Shadow is grave and enigmatic, while Saadi is commanding and sinister.

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For Listeners New and Old

This episode of The Shadow delivers a compact blend of detective noir and supernatural thriller—a cautionary tale about the perils of drug abuse, layered with ancient magic and clever twists. It is a perfect encapsulation of Golden Age radio’s atmosphere, dialogue, and pulpy intrigue.

Transcript

[A]

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[B]

The Shadow Nose.

[A]

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[C]

The Bell, Shadow. The bell. Sabnita. They will reveal you.

[B]

Your third mistake, Sadi. And your last.

[C]

No, it is your mistake and you your last. This is the end of your career as the Shadow.

[B]

Here, Margo. We'll make this a large evening. Couple of hours at the Club Caliph.

[D]

Does that intrigue you?

[E]

Lovely. But not too late. I have an appointment at 10 in the morning at the Women's Club. They're trying to get some action on this terrible narcotic situation.

[B]

Yes, I read about that stuff being.

[E]

Peddled all over town. They found school children using it. Society women. Why, it's already caused a half dozen suicides.

[B]

Yes, I know. It's terrible stuff.

[E]

Oh, it needs the Shadow to get at the bottom of it.

[B]

Yes, I know, dear. But for tonight, I. I do enjoy just being myself. Lamont Cranston. Dilettante. Be the Shadow. Only in real emergencies. You know, they tell me there's a lovely Indian dancer at this new Club Caliph.

[E]

Indian dancer?

[B]

Mm. You know, there's the place just there. Club Caliph, driver.

[E]

Yes, Lamont? You are going to do something about it? You've started already?

[B]

Perhaps. Well, here we are. Where I drive up. Hey. What? Thank you, sir.

[E]

Oh, that looked like young Jerry Gleason. Just going in.

[B]

Yes. How's that young man's father? I'd spank him and keep him home occasionally.

[E]

Spoiled son of a wealthy sire.

[B]

Here, let me have your coat. I'll check it with mine.

[E]

Good evening, Jerry.

[D]

Oh, hello, Ms. Lane.

[E]

The father and sister. Well, I haven't seen them lately.

[D]

Yes, yes, I'm sorry, but I can't wait right now. I've got to see someone and it's important.

[E]

I'm sorry, but. Jerry.

[D]

Hello.

[B]

What ails young Z?

[E]

I Don't know. He seems awfully upset about something. He doesn't look well either. Pale and shaky.

[B]

You're right, he doesn't. Nothing curious about that boy. Well, let's go in.

[A]

May I show you to a table, sir?

[B]

Take this table by the dance door. Thank you.

[E]

Oh, there's someone getting up to speak. We seem to just in time for the main attraction.

[B]

Apparently.

[A]

Ladies and gentlemen, we take pleasure in presenting that fascinating and beautiful dancer of the Far East, Sadi Bel Ada. For our first number tonight, she will give you the dance of the cobra. Zadi Bel ada.

[B]

Look.

[E]

Isn't she lovely?

[B]

Yes. Real thing too. Real Hindu. Hmm. It's odd, you know.

[E]

Goodness, look. She's taking a snake out of that wicker basket.

[B]

A live cobra.

[E]

Oh, heaven.

[B]

You know, the cobra is connected with the old Indian mysticism, the most ancient of magic. See how she quiets? The snake makes its way to the motion of a hen. It's a form of mesmerism. He's never improved on that. With all our modern psychology, I hope.

[E]

Its fans have been removed.

[B]

Well, they undoubtedly have. Oh, this is the one they call sadi bellada. Jerry Gleason, with that strange look in his eyes. An epidemic of narcotics. Molding Sadi billada.

[E]

Oh, how graceful she is. She keeps looking over here.

[B]

Lamont. Yes? Is coming this way.

[C]

Well, souvenir for the beautiful lady. Sad.

[E]

Oh. Oh. A bracelet. Thank you. Ah.

[C]

You know the tongue of Mother India. Sad.

[B]

Only enough to make a small prayer. Only enough for that Saadi belhada.

[C]

It is good sometimes to know a small prayer.

[B]

Just in case of an emergency.

[C]

Yes, you are very wise, Saad. In case you should meet someone who could destroy you. Sad.

[B]

I see.

[E]

Just what did she mean by that?

[B]

I don't know exactly. Funny so thing. She seems to know something about me. I'm trying to recall where I've seen that face.

[E]

What an exotic. Sister.

[B]

Look.

[E]

She's stopping at the table by the door. Why, it's young Jerry Gleason. She handed him something.

[B]

Good Lord.

[E]

He's going out with her. What's the matter?

[B]

It just struck me, Margot. That boy's face, the color of his skin.

[E]

You mean drugs?

[B]

Yes. Puppy of India.

[A]

Oh.

[E]

But not Jerry Gleason. Oh, that'd be too awful. And our old friend Claire Gleason, his aunt, who's tried so hard to steer him straight since his mother died. It would just about kill him.

[B]

Come, Margot.

[E]

We must do something.

[B]

We're going to. I did come here tonight with a vague idea that this Indian dancer might have some connection with the thing. With her veiled threats and Jerry's interest in her, I'm pretty sure.

[E]

Now what is he going to do?

[B]

I think the Shadow will pay a call on Sadi Velada in her dressing room. I think the Shadow can strike back. Daddy. Can anyone overhear us here in your dressing room?

[C]

Oh, no. What do you want, Alexis?

[B]

A message from the captain.

[C]

What then?

[B]

Tomorrow is the day. The police are getting closer. We sail tomorrow night at 8.

[C]

I am not afraid of the police. But there is somebody else I am not sure about.

[B]

You took care of Jerry Gleason?

[C]

I gave him his medicine and sent him home.

[B]

But you bring him tomorrow night.

[C]

Do not fear, Alexis. Jerry will be with me when we sail. I have a way to let him know.

[B]

Good.

[C]

The air blows from that window.

[E]

Close it, Alexis.

[B]

Too bad we have to terminate the grand success of Saddibelada and the Club Caliph. Yes, but as the Americans say, business is business.

[E]

Yes, and we still have a small.

[C]

Business with a rich papa, Jerry Glee.

[B]

No doubt the richest part of our business. Sweet Sadie. The rich man will pay well who laughs? Where are you? Speak. I am here in the Shadow, but I'm afraid you can't see me.

[E]

Speak and say who you are.

[B]

Have you never heard of the Shadow?

[C]

Oh, the Shadow. So it is you. Have I not somewhere in the past, seen your face and known your name? I think so. Did you enjoy yourself tonight?

[B]

I warn you, Saddibelada, leave the Gleason boy alone. The boy to whom you give the evil drug.

[C]

I have no fear of you, Shadow side. I hold a greater power. I hold the power of the temple bells of Niban.

[B]

You command the temple bells of Naban, do you? Yes. Either you lie or you desecrate a great gift.

[C]

Put your strength against mine, Whiteyfandi, and you will see how I desecrate that gift. I can cast your little spells aside and make them nothing. I can kill you.

[B]

Kill me? The Shadow. Saadi.

[E]

Yes?

[C]

If you dare to come to me.

[D]

Again.

[C]

Will you come?

[B]

Who could refuse such an invitation? Especially when made by so charming a lady as yourself? Yes, I will come. And be sure you don't mistake my voice when I do. Come, Sadi Bellada.

[A]

Well, what is it, sergeant?

[B]

Excuse me, Commissioner.

[A]

Old man Gleason is outside and insists he's got a seal. Gleason? You mean Andrew Gleason? Sure, the big Wall street banker friend of the mayor. Shall I let him come in all.

[B]

This lame deficiency where it doesn't do any good. I want to see you, Commissioner.

[A]

All right, Mr. Gleason.

[B]

What the devil is this town coming to?

[A]

Well, if you'll tell me what you're.

[B]

Getting at, my boys. What I'm getting at? He's lying home there with the worst case of delirium tremens I ever saw. Spent the night sopping up liquor in these rotten honky tonks.

[A]

Mr. Gleason, if you think the police department's going around playing wet nurse to all the spoiled kids in this town. Is this what you came to see me about, Mr. Gleason?

[B]

It certainly is.

[A]

Well, I happen to have more important things on my mind right now.

[B]

And you better get this on your mind, because if you don't, I'll see to it that there's somebody here who does. And I can do it.

[A]

Good day for you.

[B]

Well, seems like this was a busy.

[A]

Day, sir, what with drunken college boys and millionaires. This is another of those. Commissioner west is speaking.

[B]

By you. Don't lose your patience, Commissioner. The Shadow has information that may help you. Young Jerry Gleason is becoming a drug addict.

[A]

What?

[B]

Yes, a victim of this flood of drugs being peddled on our streets. It might cost you your job. Are you interested, Commissioner?

[A]

Ladies and gentlemen, while we're waiting for the Shadow to return, I want to relay a bit of information I'm sure homeowners here in the New England states will find particularly interesting when buying your winter supply of fuel. Bear this. In anthracite, coal is unequal for home use. It is not a flashy fuel that burns furiously for a little while, then dies down completely. On the contrary, folks, Anthracite burns slowly, steadily, evenly, all day long, and so enables you to maintain an even, healthful room temperature. That's why anthracite is called the solid fuel for solid cumber. And friends, remember this. Furnaces, cook stoves and space heaters in this section of the country were especially designed to burn anthracite. So insist on anthracite, but get the best. Order blue coal. It's America's finest. Blue coal is mined by the Glen Alden Company, the world's largest producers of Pennsylvania anthracite. To guarantee you the greatest heating satisfaction at the lowest cost. Blue coal is laboratory tested for purity and uniformity of science. So you see, friends, there's no need to take chances on unknown fuels. Order blue coal. Today you will find the name of your nearest blue coal dealer listed in the where to buy it section of your classified telephone directory under the name Blue. Blue coat.

[B]

You hear, Margot?

[E]

Yes. As though they came out of nowhere.

[B]

With temple bells of Niban. Listen. Three soft notes will strike and then the spell will be broken.

[E]

They're gone. Dal, the monster. Here we sit in your apartment listening.

[C]

To weird temple bells.

[E]

Where did they come from? How did you do it?

[B]

Not too difficult, Margo dear. Those who've learned its secret. Its secret? Based on the phenomenon of telepathy combined with the old science of the yoga. The same magic which gives voice to a shadow.

[E]

It's a very awe inspiring demonstration.

[B]

There should be someone who could command the temple bells of Nabon. The shadow would cease to be a shadow.

[E]

You mean. You mean they could see?

[B]

Yes. At the last stroke of the bell, I would be only what I am. Lamont Cranston. My magic, invisibility, so to speak. Expelled by this greater power.

[E]

And. And you think there is someone with this power?

[B]

I'm not sure. Years ago in India, a yogi priest, keeper of the temple of the Cobras at Delhi, taught me the ancient mysteries. He taught me the mesmeric trick that the underworld calls invisible. There was a small girl, his niece, who used to sit and listen, staring up at us with her round dark eyes. She was very clever. Clever? I've often wondered what became of her.

[E]

The cobras. You don't know? The Indian Dante at the club camp.

[B]

I'm not sure, Margot. I'm not sure.

[E]

But this worries me, Lamont. Aren't you going into dangers too big for you?

[B]

Don't worry about me, Margot. Worry about the boy and all other poor miserable wretches and the toils of this awful drug traffic. Is young beastman safe?

[E]

Yes. His father made him go to bed. They thought he had been drinking too much.

[B]

Well, guess it's time I got busy.

[E]

Have you found out anything else?

[B]

One or two things. In Sade Delada's dressing room I found a note signed by Captain Marlin of the freighter Albore Castle. I think there's some connection there. I'm going to find out first though. I'm going to the zoo.

[E]

The zoo?

[B]

Yes. Yes. I want to borrow a decorative little reptile from my friend the curator. Usually very obliging. Open that door.

[C]

Look.

[E]

Hanging from the door now.

[B]

Snake.

[E]

Don't touch it.

[B]

It's all right. It's a dead one. The note with it. So she's not bluffing. She does know who I am.

[E]

Oh, Lamar, I'm frightened for you. What does it feel?

[B]

Says dead cobras are better places than live ones. Was I mistaken?

[E]

Then it's not about. Oh, the Margo.

[B]

It's A challenge.

[E]

But the bell. The bells of Niban. Oh, I'm afraid the shadow this time will get beyond his.

[B]

We shall see, Margot. We shall see who is stronger. Abby. And the build of Laban or the shadow. I'll show them.

[D]

They think they can keep me a prisoner in my own house.

[B]

Putting me to bed as if I was some half grown kid. What? What's that?

[C]

Jerry? You hear me?

[B]

Is it you, Sadie? Yes.

[E]

My voice in your thoughts. Listen, Jerry. Come to me at the dock where we met before. Your medicine is waiting.

[B]

Yes, yes.

[E]

Go aboard the ship I told you about.

[C]

The Elboras Castle.

[E]

You and I here?

[B]

Yes.

[C]

I am waiting on Sherry.

[E]

They locked me in. Go through the window, Jerry.

[C]

Come now.

[B]

Yes, Daddy. The window. Margo Lane. Stand by for orders. Jerry Gleeson has escaped from his house. But I have followed him to the waterfront and I know where he's going. Get word to Commissioner Weston. Time is short. I accept Saadi's challenge. Send harbor police to the freighter Albore Castle, which lies in the harbor just off Bayridge Shore. Ready to sail. Hurry, Margot. It's depressing here in this cabin. Ceded.

[E]

Elizabeth.

[C]

Why do you tremble so, Elit?

[B]

I wish we were far at sea on our way to Rio. Be patience.

[C]

The rata note was delivered to Papagu.

[B]

Yes. What was it?

[E]

There is nothing.

[B]

Ah, it's you, Captain.

[A]

Yes.

[B]

We are leaving, Captain.

[A]

Yes, we're getting underway now.

[B]

We've got the boy stowed safely below below decks.

[C]

And the rest of the medicine?

[B]

We got rid of that. What was left of it. A nice cleanup for all hands. Not counting this Gleason job. That'll nest us another hundred thousand or nothing. Well, we're fixed whichever way the dice roll.

[C]

And after that, we live like kings without a care. Yeah.

[B]

Not even the conscience to bother you.

[D]

What?

[B]

Savvy?

[D]

He has come. I was afraid.

[B]

Who said that? I did, Captain.

[D]

So you're the one with your trick. Ghost talking magic, eh? I'll make a shadow out of you soon enough.

[B]

Not that way, Captain, no.

[D]

Here. Lock that door.

[A]

It is locked, Captain Marlin.

[B]

But.

[A]

But the porthole.

[D]

No one can get through those.

[B]

Not even a shadow.

[D]

Save your laugh, whoever you are. We've got you. You're in this cabin somewhere. And this ship is outward bound.

[E]

Laugh that off.

[B]

I think you may have made three mistakes, Captain. One too many. Yes, yes, Captain.

[C]

But I do not make mistakes, dad.

[B]

That remains to be seen.

[C]

Then you will see. Hand me the wicker basket, Alex.

[B]

What are you going to do? Yes, Daddy.

[C]

I call the temple Bells of Niban, Captain. The Shadow has the power to blind your eyes. A trick he learned in India from a yogi who was my uncle. But I have a better trick. When the last bell sounds while this sacred cobra dances, you will see the Shadow only as a man.

[D]

Be ready to shoot, Captain.

[B]

I'm ready.

[C]

And now, my cobra, to dance with the bells of Niba.

[B]

I wouldn't open that basket if I were you, Sadi Bellada.

[C]

You watch, my pretty cobra saga. He may find you even before the Captain's bullet. You will die just as quickly.

[B]

Dead cobras are better playthings than live ones.

[C]

Ishmaelahi Rahman, I Rahim, make your small prayer salve. And now, my pretty one, begin to dance.

[B]

Be careful, sunny bell. The cobra moves towards you.

[C]

My own pretty cobra.

[B]

He knows me.

[C]

You hear the bell's shadow? The Temporal Bell of N. I hear them. When the last bell strikes, we shall see our prisoner.

[B]

And I am waiting for that minute.

[E]

But suddenly, the cobra. Look out.

[D]

He's going to strike.

[B]

Alexis. Justin, quick, bump the basket over. Alexis. Kill the Shadow. Warned you, Sadi Bellada. You take credit for this too, do you? No. Sadi should have known. It was not her cobra in the wicker basket. It was mine. He is dead. What's that? Who is it?

[A]

Captain Mallon.

[E]

The police have bartered.

[A]

No, please, Captain Mallet, you do not shoot.

[E]

Stand again. I'll take him.

[A]

Put the bracelets on both of them, Sergeant.

[D]

Right.

[A]

Dope smugglers, kidnappers, and from the looks, murderers. This time the police were too smart for you.

[B]

Oh, decidedly.

[D]

Huh?

[B]

Who's that? Thanks for coming, Commissioner. You were very helpful.

[A]

And now, before today's adventure with the Shadow comes to a close, John Barclay, Blue Coal's own heating expert, is here tonight to give us another of his practical talks on automatic heating. Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Barclay.

[D]

Good evening, friends. Last week we discussed the importance of uniformly heated homes in avoiding cold. I told you how home temperatures could be kept uniform and automatically controlled with a blue cold heat regulator. I explained that the cost was only $18.95 plus a small installation jar. Now for a word about the convenience of this blue coal heat regulator. With one of these automatic regulators in your home, it is no longer necessary for you to adjust dampers by hand. The regulator eliminates need for frequent attention to the furnace.

[A]

What do you have to do, Mr. Barclay?

[D]

You simply can to your furnace once in the morning and once at night. Just think of that, friends. You can enjoy the comfort and convenience of an evenly heated home. And yet you can come and go all day long without a thought or worry about the fire. Is it any wonder I'm so enthusiastic about the Blue Coal heat regulator? And two although it cost only $18.95, it does about everything that the elaborate and much more expensive equipment does that many of your friends have. So folks, why not get your Blue Coal dealer tomorrow and ask him more about this Blue Coal heat regulator. At the same time, if you have any heating problems, discuss them with your Blue Coal dealer too. He is the best informed heating expert in your community. With the assistance of his John Barkley, train serviceman, he will be able to save you money and help make your home more comfortable this winter than ever before.

[B]

I thank you.

[A]

The story you have just heard is copyrighted by the Shadow Magazine. The characters in this story are entirely fictitious. Any similarity to persons living or dead is purely coincidental.

[B]

The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not. Okay, The Shadow knows.

[E]

Extra. Extra. Hear all about it next week, same time, same station. The Shadow's latest adventure. Extra. Extra. Hear all about it next week, same time, same station. The Shadows of the.

[A]

Your announcer, Arthur Whiteside.