BONUS - Superman Summer: The Atom Man (Part 1)

Summary

Down These Mean Streets (Old Time Radio Detectives) Episode Summary: BONUS - Superman Summer: The Atom Man (Part 1) Release Date: July 2, 2025

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Introduction to the Superman Summer Series

In this special bonus episode of Down These Mean Streets, hosted by Mean Streets Podcasts, the focus shifts to the iconic city of Metropolis and the legendary hero, Superman. To celebrate the upcoming release of a new Superman movie and the relaunch of the franchise, the podcast launches "Superman Summer," a series dedicated to reliving classic adventures from the Golden Age of Radio.

Host Overview:

• The host provides a brief history of the Superman radio show, highlighting its significance as the first media depiction of Superman outside the comics.
• Key characters introduced include Perry White, Jimmy Olsen, and Inspector Henderson.
• The concept of kryptonite, Superman's Achilles heel, is explained as a plot device originally created to allow the voice actor Clayton Bud Collyer a break.

The Kryptonite Threat Emerges

[00:00] Superman / Clark Kent:

"This looks like a job for Superman."

The episode dives into the pressing threat of kryptonite, a fragment from Superman's home planet, Krypton. The destruction of Krypton led to the creation of this radioactive material, which, when exposed to Earth's atmosphere, diminishes Superman's strength.

[05:03] Clark Kent's Distress:

• Clark Kent appears visibly shaken in Perry White's office, prompting Lois Lane and Perry to express concern.
• Lois Lane notes Clark's unusual pallor and erratic behavior, suspecting he is hiding something significant.

Notable Quote:

• Lois Lane [05:44]:

  "You keep quiet. Go ahead, Chief."

Clark Kent's Revelation

Amidst the tension, Clark Kent begins to open up about the mysterious kryptonite and its implications.

[07:14] Clark Kent:

"The piece of kryptonite must be destroyed. But how can I get near enough?"

Realizing the danger kryptonite poses not only to him but also its potential misuse by his enemies, Clark contemplates revealing his dual identity to seek help.

The Introduction of the Scarlet Widow

[40:02] Superman / Clark Kent:

"And now, now back to the Adventures of Superman. Today, the man of Steel tells a story. A wondrous story of the planet Krypton..."

The narrative shifts to Krypton's last days, setting the stage for Superman's origins. This backstory introduces the Scarlet Widow, a reimagined villain inspired by characters from older Superman media.

[40:49] Sniggers:

"Interesting story, ain't it, with her?"

[41:21] Scarlet Widow:

"Yes, I’m the Scarlet Widow, who plans to use kryptonite to weaken Superman."

The Confrontation and Capture

As Clark Kent attempts to secure the kryptonite, the Scarlet Widow's henchman, Sniggers, successfully infiltrates the Metropolis Museum and retrieves the kryptonite. Despite Superman's efforts, he becomes helpless when exposed to the kryptonite's effects.

Notable Quotes:

• Superman / Clark Kent [71:00]:

  "You did. I see you."

• Sniggers [71:58]:

  "Fellas and girls, Superman has never been in such peril."

Cliffhanger: Superman in Jeopardy

The episode culminates in a tense moment where Superman, weakened by kryptonite, is captured by Sniggers and the Scarlet Widow. They plan to use the kryptonite to eliminate Superman permanently, threatening his life's mission and the safety of Metropolis.

Final Quote Before Conclusion:

• Superman / Clark Kent [110:31]:

  "And I will take my share of the kryptonite."

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Conclusion and Cliffhanger

The first part of the Atom Man saga leaves listeners on the edge of their seats, setting up a dramatic showdown between Superman and his most formidable foes. The Scarlet Widow's cunning plan to exploit Superman's vulnerability promises intense conflict in the upcoming episodes.

[115:32] Dan McCullough:

"It's a mighty thrilling timepiece, believe me."

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Notable Moments and Quotes

• Clark Kent's Concern [07:00]:

  "Someone got into the museum and took Halloran with him. He's in the basement now at the vault."

• Lois Lane's Insight [09:08]:

  "It was a piece of kryptonite. Dr. John Whistler, head of the Department of Meteorology at the Metropolis Museum died..."

• Superman's Desperation [12:09]:

  "I’ve got to do something about it. What can I do?"

• Scarlet Widow's Proposition [95:30]:

  "I propose to cut the kryptonite into four equal pieces and sell them to each of you gentlemen for $1 million each. But for $1 million, each of you may become the master of Superman."

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Final Thoughts

This detailed first part of the Atom Man saga masterfully intertwines classic storytelling with the high-stakes drama of Superman's battle against new and old foes. The introduction of the Scarlet Widow adds a fresh yet nostalgic twist, promising an engaging continuation of the Superman legacy in Down These Mean Streets.

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Transcript

[Superman / Clark Kent]

This looks like a job for Superman.

[Podcast Host]

Hello and welcome to a bonus episode of down these mean streets, where today the mean streets are in the city of Metropolis. In just over a week, Superman returns to the big screen in a brand new big budget movie. And another attempt to successfully relaunch the Superman franchise. And to celebrate, I'm bringing back a bonus feature from years past with Superman Summer. Each week in July, I'll post a bonus episode featuring chapters of one of the biggest serialized adventures of the Superman radio series. It's the man of Steel's battle against the kryptonite powered Nazi agent known as the Atom Man. But first, a quick refresher on the Superman radio show, which was the first depiction of Superman in media outside of comics. Superman made his radio debut on February 12, 1940, about a year and a half after the character's first appearance in Action comics issue one. The radio series introduced characters that were soon incorporated into the comics, including blustery Daily Planet editor Perry White, copy boy Jimmy Olsen, and Metropolis police inspector Henderson. The first time Superman teamed up with Batman and Robin came on radio and radio gave us Superman's Achilles heel of kryptonite. Radioactive fragments of Superman's home planet, which when exposed to Earth's atmosphere, robbed the man of Steel of all of his strength. By the way, the writers came up with kryptonite because it was a way to both incapacitate the otherwise invulnerable Superman and to allow his portrait portrayer Clayton Bud Collyer to take a vacation. With Superman unconscious and suffering the effects of kryptonite exposure, Collier could get some time off. Today we'll kick off our Superman summer with the opening chapters of the Atom man saga. It's a story that begins with a retelling of Superman's origin and the last days of the doomed planet Krypton. It leads to the revelation that kryptonite can destroy Superman. And when that news is made public, thanks to Lois Lane, Superman's enemies make their plans to acquire the green glowing rock and put it to use in these shows. Along with our usual gang of Superman, Lois, Jimmy and Perry White, we'll hear villains like the Scarlet Widow, the most dangerous woman in the world who plans to steal the kryptonite. The character was reworked as the Spider lady and was the villainess of the 1948 Superman movie serial. The Scarlet Widow has a cockney safecracker sidekick named Snickers. You may recognize his voice. He's played by Alfred Shirley, who starred as Dr. Watson opposite John Stanley on The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. A show we've heard quite a few times on this podcast. We'll also hear a reunion of foes who had previously battled the man of Steel on radio. The Laugher, the Vulture, not to be confused with Spider Man's nemesis of the same name, Papa Rausch. And Derteuffel, the Nazi scientist with the dream of making an Atom Man. Speaking of the Superman movie serials, the second of the two was called Atom man versus Superman. But in that story, the Atom man was an alter ego used by another Superman villain, Lex Luthor. This story played out on the air from late September until early December 1945, and it remains one of the best loved storylines of the series. I hope you'll join me each week for another installment. And I hope you enjoy these opening chapters. Episodes that originally aired on the mutual network between September 24 and October 5, 1945.

[Dan McCullough]

Kellogg's Pep, the Super Delicious cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. Look. Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today we begin a brand new adventure for the man of Steel. An adventure that is to test all his great and unusual powers to the utmost. A strange and dramatic scene is taking place in the private office of Editor Perry White at the Daily Planet. Bark Kent, his face ashen gray and his hands clutching the arms of his chair, is staring at the late afternoon edition of the paper on White's desk. The editor, alarmed, has risen and is about to go to Kent's assistance when the door opens and Lois Lane enters.

[Lois Lane]

Clark, I want to ask you if you'd. Good heavens. What's the matter?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Get some water. Lois. No, no, no.

[Dan McCullough]

I'm all right.

[Lois Lane]

What happened?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Don't stand there asking questions. Get some water.

[Sniggers]

I hear you.

[Lois Lane]

You don't have to scream at me.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Please, Chief. I'm okay now. Can't you be quiet?

[Dan McCullough]

Don't try to talk yet.

[Lois Lane]

What happened, chief?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I don't know.

[Dan McCullough]

We were sitting here talking when.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'm all right now. There's nothing the matter with me.

[Lois Lane]

There certainly is something the matter with you. You're as pale as a ghost.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I don't want anyone in here.

[Lois Lane]

It's Beanie with the water.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Here you are, Ms. Wynn.

[Lois Lane]

Here, Clark, drink this.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'm really all right now. Well, drink it anyway. Water never hurt anyone.

[Lois Lane]

Here. Go ahead.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Don't get up. I'll take the glass I'm all right. Leave it on the desk. Okay, now. Now, can't you just sit back and relax?

[Sniggers]

Now, do as I say.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

All right, all right. Sorry I caused all this trouble.

[Lois Lane]

Someone please tell me what happened.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It was nothing, Lois. Really?

[Lois Lane]

Must have been something, because when I walked in here, your face was the color of the chief's hair.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What's with the color of my hair?

[Lois Lane]

Nothing the matter with it. But it's gray.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

When you're as old as I am, yours will be gray too.

[Lois Lane]

I don't doubt that for a moment. Now, what happened? You started to tell me, Chief.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It was nothing, Lois, believe me.

[Lois Lane]

You keep quiet. Go ahead, Chief.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, thanks.

[Lois Lane]

Good grief. Isn't it possible to carry on a normal conversation around here without sarcasm or screaming or jumping down people's throats? I'm asking a simple question. What happened in here that made Clark look like a ghost?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

If you'd only stop talking long enough for another person to get a word in edgewise, maybe you'd find out. There's nothing to find out. You keep out of this.

[Lois Lane]

I'm waiting, mister.

[Sniggers]

You too?

[Lois Lane]

Me too, what?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You too. Oh, never mind. Never mind. I better tell you what happened before you drive me crazy.

[Dan McCullough]

Now, we were sitting here talking.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I don't remember what about. That's unimportant. When someone came up from the press room with a copy of the early afternoon edition of the paper. Who? What's the difference who?

[Sniggers]

A guy from the press room.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

A guy named Joe.

[Lois Lane]

All right, all right. Golly.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

He put the paper on my desk here. Here it is. We went right on top. I got a phone call, and while I was on the wire, Kent leaned over and glanced at the front page of the paper. Next thing I knew, he looked like he was going to die right in that chair. Now, wait a minute. That's a slight exaggeration, Chief.

[Lois Lane]

He certainly looked that way when I came in.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, maybe I'm tired. Maybe I need a vacation. Right now, I got some work to do in my office. You come back here and sit down.

[Lois Lane]

Let him go, Chief.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

See you all later. Darn fool. Lois, I'm worried about him. Maybe he does need.

[Lois Lane]

Let's see what's on the front page of the paper that might have shocked him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I can't imagine any news story having that effect on him.

[Lois Lane]

MacArthur warns Japs against Sabotage. President Asks for Tax reductions. Coal strike pending. Noted meteorologist.

[Sniggers]

Eyes five.

[Lois Lane]

Rescued from fire. That's all except for the weather report.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Maybe it wasn't anything in the paper.

[Lois Lane]

Clark has been Acting strange lately, chief, as though he were hiding something.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What's he got to hide?

[Lois Lane]

It might be anything. You know as well as I do, chief, that Clark isn't really a normal person. There's something peculiar about him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What do you mean, peculiar?

[Lois Lane]

Well, it's. It's hard to put into words, but ever since I've known Clark, I've had the feeling that. That he's leading a double life. That he's keeping something undercover.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You and your double life. Ever since that trial, you've had double life on the brain. He's as honest as the day's law.

[Lois Lane]

He's honest enough. Good heavens.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Now what?

[Lois Lane]

I think I know what shocked him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Something on the front page of the paper.

[Lois Lane]

Yes, this item right here. Noted meteorologist Diesel. Dr. John Whistler, head of the Department of Meteorology at the Metropolis Museum died at the city hospital this morning following a brief illness.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I know, but why should that upset him so?

[Lois Lane]

Listen, you remember about a year ago a strange meteor fell in a field outside the city, faintly. Yes, well, Clark covered that story. The meteor was turned over to this Dr. Whistler and Clark interviewed him at the museum. I remember now that there was something peculiar about the meteor. The details are a little hazy now, but.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, let's call Ken in and ask him about it.

[Lois Lane]

Now, wait a minute. Let me think. Let's see. Kryptonite. That's what it was.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What are you talking about?

[Lois Lane]

The meteor. Dr. Whistler called it kryptonite. It was a piece of the planet Krypton.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Stop giving me double talk. What's all this got to do with Kent keeling over?

[Lois Lane]

I don't know, but there must be some connection.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, I'll get him in here.

[Lois Lane]

Yes, Mr. White.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, Ms. Bacharach. Tell Clark Hen I want to see him.

[Lois Lane]

He's gone for the day, Mr. White.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Where'd he go?

[Lois Lane]

I think he said he was going home.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, all right. Now, what do you make of that? First he says he's got work to do, and then he goes home.

[Lois Lane]

If you want the truth, I'm worried. I think I'll stop off at his apartment and have a talk with him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah, I'll go along with you. Good.

[Lois Lane]

Should we leave now?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, we might as well.

[Lois Lane]

I'll get my hat and coat and I'll meet you at the elevator.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Chief. Concerned and puzzled about Clark Kent's condition Lois and Perry White decide to visit him at his apartment. What will they learn? Will return in a moment to find out.

[Dan McCullough]

But first, say, here's more of that Exciting news. It's about the swell offer Kellogg's Pep has for you. Kellogg's Pep has a smart looking streamlined, real sundial wristwatch for you. One that you can wear on your wrist wherever you are to tell you the hour of the day by the sun. And in a minute, I'm going to tell you how you can get it. It's the modern 1945 version of an instrument that's been part of man's life since the days of ancient Egypt. It's about the size of the usual wristwatch and it's made from gleaming aluminum with a strap that holds it flat on your wrist. To use it, you lift the pointer and aim it due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial showing the hour of the day. Boy, what fun you can have playing cops and robbers and meeting when the shadow falls at three. Now, here's how you get this grand Kellogg's Pep offer. Ask mom to get a good supply of Kellogg's Pet at the store. Then send two box tops marked top from the pet packages along with 10 cents in cash, name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the adventures of Superman. Alone in his apartment, Clark Kent, obviously troubled, is pacing back and forth across the living room floor. At intervals, he stops short and stands with shoulders hunched, lost for a moment in deep thought. And through it all, another voice, the voice of his conscience, perhaps, keeps talking to him. You've got to do something about it. You've got to. What can I do? That piece of kryptonite. You remember what effect it had on you? Yes. Yes, of course I remember. Robbed me of all my strength. It. It made me weak. That's right. And what good is Superman without strength? That kryptonite must be destroyed. But how can I get near enough.

[Dan McCullough]

To it to destroy it?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I told you, it. It robs me of all my strengths. You've got to get someone to help you. Where is it? It's in Dr. Whistler's private vault of the museum. He sealed it up at my request. But now he's dead. They open that vault and they won't know the power of that piece of kryptonite. They won't know that it makes Superman a weakling. Why do you speak of Superman as though he was someone else? It's you we're talking about. You are Superman. It will make you a weakling. Must you remind me of it? Why do you think I almost keeled over in Barry White's office. I knew the danger the moment I saw that item in the paper. That Dr. Whistler had died. Maybe they won't open the vault. Has that ever occurred to you? Yes, but it's not likely. I'm in constant danger unless that piece of kryptonite is destroyed. Why? I have enemies all over the world. Clever enemies. What if it fell into their hands? There's only one answer. You'll have to tell someone. You'll have to get someone to help you. But how can I reveal my identity? That's a secret I've guarded for years. What's that? Someone's at the door. Good Lord. Lois and Barry White. This is your chance. Tell them the story. Get them to help you. Oh, no, no, I can't. You've got to. Go ahead.

[Sniggers]

Just a moment.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'm coming. Oh, well, hello. What brings you two here?

[Lois Lane]

We just thought we'd stop by to see how you were. May we come in?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, sure. Of course. Oh, I'm fine now. Feel like a million dollars. Now, look, Kent, let's not beat around the bush. There's something wrong with you. You're not yourself. What do you mean? Chief has the idea you're hiding something. Hiding something?

[Lois Lane]

Clark, do you know anything about a piece of kryptonite?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What? Hey, Kent, what's the matter? Oh, nothing.

[Lois Lane]

You see, I was right, chief. There is a connection.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What are you talking about, Lois? We want the truth, Kent. Straight from the shoulder. You're in trouble, and we know it. We're ready to help you if you'll tell us what's wrong. But believe me.

[Lois Lane]

Be sensible. When you read about Dr. Whistler's death in the chief's office, you almost fainted.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, you're just.

[Lois Lane]

Same thing happened just a moment ago when I mentioned the piece of kryptonite. There must be some connection.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

All right, there is some connection. Now, sit down, Kent, and tell us all about it. Remember that we're your friends. We'll move heaven and earth to help.

[Dan McCullough]

You if we can.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, it's a long story, and part of it's going to amaze you. But I suppose I'll have to tell it.

[Lois Lane]

Go ahead, Clark.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Anxiously, Lois Lane and Perry White lean forward in their chairs as Clark Kent draws a deep breath and begins his story. What is he going to tell them? Is he finally, after years of guarding the secret going to reveal his double identity? Reveal that Clark Kent and Superman are one and the same person? This is a tense moment. A moment for which many of us have been waiting. So be sure to tune in tomorrow, same time, same station for the Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single boundary. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellows and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman. Brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station by the makers of that super delicious cereal, Kellogg's Pep. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC Publications. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The super delicious cereal presents the adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today, the man of Steel tells a story. A wondrous story of the planet Krypton and how he, Superman, came to Earth. But before he begins, let's hear from our good friend Dan McCullough.

[Dan McCullough]

It's Tuesday again, Pep Gang, and here I am with swell news for you about a grand offer Kellogg's Pep has for you. Kellogg's Pep has had made especially for you a wonderful new real sundial wristwatch. And in a minute, I'm going to tell you how you can get yours. It's a beautifully designed instrument, about as big around as the usual wristwatch. It's made of real aluminum, gleaming and bright, with a strap that keeps it flat on your wrist.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

To use it, you just lift the.

[Dan McCullough]

Shadow hand, or pointer and aim it due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial showing the hour of the day. It's a grand thing to have, gang. And it's something you can use whether you and your pals are playing games or if you're out in the country camping. You know, gang, sundials have been in use since the early days of mankind. And this new, modern Kellogg's Pet sundial wristwatch will give you plenty of fun. Now, here's how you can get yours. Just send two box stops marked top from packages of that super delicious whole wheat flake cereal, Kellogg's pet. Along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman. Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Let me repeat that for you. Just send two box tops marked top from boxes of super delicious Kellogg's Pep. Along with your name and address printed clearly and 10 cents in cash. To Superman. Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. It's your chance to get a real sundial wristwatch.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the Adventures of Superman. Almost a year ago, as some of you will remember a flaming meteor fell out of the sky and landed in an open field in a suburb of Metropolis. Brought to the Metropolis Museum by Dr. John Whistler, a famous meteorologist. It was discovered to be a piece of kryptonite a fragment of the shattered planet Krypton. Sent to interview Dr. Whistler at the museum Clark Kent in reality, Superman discovered to his horror that if he approached within a distance of 10ft of the strange green glowing meteor he lost all his strength. Panic stricken, he influenced Whistler to seal the meteor in a private vault. But now the meteorologist is dead and Kent is fearful lest the vault be opened and the dangerous piece of kryptonite fall into strange hands as we continue. Now, Lois Lane and editor Perry White are at Kent's apartment where Kent is about to tell them why he seems so worried. Listen, this is a strange story you're about to hear. I just hope I can trust you to let it go no further. Now, don't be a fool, Kent. What is it? Well, it concerns Superman.

[Lois Lane]

Superman?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yes. As you may or may not know Superman was the only survivor of the planet Krypton when it exploded in space many years ago. He came to Earth as an infant and grew up to discover that he had strange and unusual powers. I mean, he had impenetrable skin and tremendous strength and the ability to withstand fire and flame. He also had the power to leap great distances and to sustain himself in midair. Perhaps I better go back and tell you the whole story, huh? What story? The story of how Superman came to Earth, chief. What?

[Lois Lane]

Well, how do you know that, Clark?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, I'll explain later, Lois. First, I want to take you on a far journey millions of miles from the Earth where not so many years ago the planet Krypton burned like a wondrous star in the heavens. Here, civilization was far advanced. It had brought forth a race of supermen. Men and women like ourselves but advanced to the absolute peak of human perfection. As we near Krypton, we see high walls and gleaming turrets. We approach the magnificent Temple of Wisdom with its dome of pure crystal shimmering like a diamond in the sun. There, in a great marble hall, Jor El, Krypton's leading man of science is about to address a special meeting of the planet's governing council. Council members, I have completed my solar calculations and much as I dread uttering these Fateful words. I have come to the conclusion that Krypton is doomed. Gentlemen, gentlemen, gentlemen, hear him out. Let me try and explain, gentlemen. The sun is gradually drawing Krypton closer to it. Within a month, possibly only a week, the gravitational pull will be so tremendous that Krypton will not be able to weather the strength. And then? Then our planet will explode like a giant bubble, destroying every living thing on it.

[Sniggers]

Gentlemen, gentlemen.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Assuming for the moment, Jor El, that what you say is true how are we to avoid this catastrophe facing us? How can we stop it? It cannot be stopped, Roseanne. It's a force of nature that even we, who are supermen are powerless to prevent.

[Dan McCullough]

But there is one way to escape.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Escape? What do you mean? As you know, I've been working these many months on a model of a spaceship which, in its final form is designed to carry the entire population of Krypton to another planet. If you will assign to me a thousand skilled workshops I will endeavor to construct the spaceship before the end comes. It is all well and good. Your eldest speak of spaceships, but where would we go? To the planet Earth? My studies tell me this planet has an atmosphere almost identical with our own. Jor El, you've been working too hard. You need a rest. Believe me, we have the utmost respect for your knowledge and integrity. But this is too much. Planets as large as Krypton do not explode. Wait. Wait. Do you hear that, gentleman? I hear only a distant thunder. It is not under Roseanne.

[Dan McCullough]

That's an internal eruption.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Gas exploding in giant pockets. You're listening to the forewarning of doom. Quakes like that are sounding the death knell of Krypton. It will happen, gentlemen, and happen soon. And when the last great eruption comes. When it comes, Jor El, we will all be ready for it. If Krypton is to perish, we will perish with it. But I assure you, Jerrell, your beard will be long enough to trip over before that time arrives. Very well. Laugh if you wish, Roseanne. Laugh, all of you. But a time will come, and that time is perhaps very close at hand when you'll wish you had heeded the words of Jor El. Order, gentlemen. Order. Members of the governing council, you have heard Jor El speak. Is it your wish that we devote time and energy to build a spaceship in order, as Jorrel is a guest the entire population of Krypton be transported to the planet known as the Earth. All in favor, say I. The council has spoken. J. Yes. And signed the death warrant of every living thing on Krypton, there remains only one thing for me to do. Prepare for the salvation of my wife, Lara, my infant son and myself. As for the rest of you, may God have mercy on your soul. With a mocking laughter of the council members ringing in his ears, Jor El hurried to the terrace of his hilltop home and feverishly set to work on the steel model of his spaceship. Time was short, as he alone knew. A matter of days, possibly only hours. Driving home the last rivet, he stepped back to examine the bullet shaped spaceship, only to discover his young wife standing behind him. Oh, Lara, I. I didn't hear you come out.

[Scarlet Widow]

You were too intent on your work. What did the council say, Jor El?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

They laughed at me. Lara mocked me for a fool.

[Scarlet Widow]

Even Roseanne.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, he above all. But no matter. The model is finished now. And tomorrow at dawn, I'll send it on its way, watching its flight through the high powered telescope on the observatory roof. And once I have proven to myself that it works, I will begin building a spaceship large enough to carry all three of us to the planet Earth.

[Scarlet Widow]

Jor El, I feel faint. It seems to have grown oppressively hot. Is that because we're being drawn closer to the sun?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yes. There's a strange glow on the western sky. I don't like it. Where is Kellogg?

[Scarlet Widow]

At least I had quite a time with him. He's restless all day. Hey, Joelle. What was that?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

An internal quake.

[Dan McCullough]

A bad one.

[Scarlet Widow]

Joel, the house is shaking.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Easy, Lara, easy.

[Scarlet Widow]

What's happening?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It may pass over. You better go in.

[Scarlet Widow]

No, no. My sight is of you. Joel. Look, the sky is darkening.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Now this is the end is breaking apart. We'll return in a moment to find out what happened on the planet Krypton. But first, here again is your announcer.

[Dan McCullough]

Well, here I am back again, Pep gang, to tell you all about the wonderful offer Kellogg's Pep has for you. In case you missed this big news before. Yes, Siri gang, Kellogg's Pep has really outdone itself this time. It's offering you the smartest looking all aluminum sundial wristwatch you ever saw with a real strap. Now, where we are in the sun, this terrific time teller will give you the hour of the day. In a minute I'm going to tell you how you can get this one. But let me tell you all about it. First, this sundial wristwatch lies flat on your wrist until you're ready to use it. Then you just lift the shadow hand or pointer and aim it due north. And presto. You have the time of day just by Seeing where the pointer's shadow falls on the dial. Why, could anything be easier? And this handsome sundial wristwatch is about the size of the usual wristwatch. You know, Pep gang, there's quite a history to sundials in years gone by. That's why it'll be such a thrill to actually own one of these new streamlined sundial wristwatches yourself. You can have grand fun with it, with a gang playing all sorts of detective games or out on scout patrol. Now, here's how you get one. Just send two box tops marked top from two packages of that super delicious whole wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's pep along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. I'll repeat that. Send two box stops marked top from packages of Kellogg's pep along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Be the first around your part of town to own this real sundial wristwatch.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, now back to the adventures of Superman in his guise of Clark Kent. Superman is telling Lois Lane and Perry White of the last minutes on the doomed planet Krypton how his father, Jor El, had just completed an experimental model of a spaceship when a strange blood red glow appeared in the sky and a series of thunderous crashes and deep rumbles, increasing in intensity shook the ground under the feet of Jor El and Lara, his young wife. Lara, this is the end. Krypton is breaking apart.

[Scarlet Widow]

What can we do, Jerrel?

[Dan McCullough]

Oh, nothing.

[Sniggers]

I was afraid.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Fool, for waiting this long.

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, it wasn't your fault, Jor El.

[Lois Lane]

The counter.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I should have built a spaceship months ago. And now we have only a model. But wait. It can carry one of us to safety. You.

[Sniggers]

Lara, no. If only one of us can be.

[Scarlet Widow]

Saved, it should be our son. You wait here. I'll get Lara.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Lara, no. Perhaps he's right. It should be the boy.

[Sniggers]

Oh.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Now, if I can only get this atomic generator working, build up enough pressure. I hope there's time.

[Scarlet Widow]

There, Jor El.

[Sniggers]

There.

[Scarlet Widow]

Here he is. Still fast asleep.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Here, I'll open the door.

[Sniggers]

I'll put him inside.

[Scarlet Widow]

Gently, Jor El. Are you sure?

[Sniggers]

Hurry.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hurry, Lara.

[Scarlet Widow]

He's in.

[Sniggers]

Jerell.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Here. Good. Now stand back, Lara. Crash is building up.

[Scarlet Widow]

How long will it take?

[Dan McCullough]

Oh, I don't know. Look.

[Scarlet Widow]

The temple of Wisdom is on fire. All the towers are crumbling.

[Dan McCullough]

Come close to me, Lara.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The end is not far off. The mountains are breaking up.

[Sniggers]

You're out the pressures.

[Scarlet Widow]

What's happening?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Building up flow.

[Dan McCullough]

Perhaps you're too late.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

If it doesn't happen soon. Leo.

[Sniggers]

It's gone. Our sun. Our son is on his way to Earth.

[Scarlet Widow]

Hello? Hello?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Screaming through space, the tiny steel rocket headed toward Earth leaving the glowing fragments of the exploding planet Krypton behind. It could have been Clark. Go on, Kent. That baby in the rocket. It was Superman, wasn't it? Yes, chief. That is, he grew up to be the person we know as Superman. And now I'm going to tell you and Lois what happened to him. Why I need your help so desperately. You see, Jor El had set the directional finders on the tiny rocket ship bearing his infant son toward this planet Earth. A strange expression on his face. Clark Kent begins to tell Perry White and Lois Lane what happened to his himself. What is the rest of the fabulous saga of Superman? And is Kent, now in such grave danger actually going to reveal at last that he is Superman? Don't miss tomorrow's exciting episode, fellows and girls. Tune in, same time, same station and listen to the adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap clothes buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellas and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station by the makers of that super delicious cereal, Kellogg's Pep. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC publications. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kellogg's Pep, the super delicious cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today, at the conclusion of Clark Kent's amazing story of the planet Krypton Lois Lane and Perry White are eager to question him. We'll join them in a moment. But right now, let's hear from our good friend, Dan McCullough.

[Dan McCullough]

Well, Pep Gang, another Wednesday rolls around and boy, have I got big Kellogg's Pep news for you today. It's about that exciting new sundial wrist watch that Kellogg's pet has had made especially for you to enjoy. No kidding. It's really a honey. It's about the size of the usual wristwatch with a regular strap for your wrist. It's made of real aluminum, shiny and bright and you can tell the time by the sun. Now, in case you didn't know it, Pet gang telling time by the sun is nearly as old as the hills. And sundials have been used for thousands of years. That's why you'll get such a kick out of having your own modern style sundial wristwatch. This beautiful instrument lies flat on your wrist until you're ready to use it. Then it's so easy to use, you just lift the shadow hand or pointer and aim it due north. See where the sun casts the pointer shadow on the dial. Wherever the shadow lands, that's the hour of the day. What swell sport you can have playing games with a gang or when you're on hikes or out in a boat or anywhere in the sun you may be. Now, here's how you can get this right Real sundial WristWatch. Just send two box tops marked top from packages of that Super Delicious Whole Wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's pep along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed the Superman box, 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. I'll repeat that. Send two box stops marked top from packages of super delicious Kellogg's pet along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Don't let the other kids get theirs first. Send in tonight for your sundial wristwatch.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the adventures of Superman. When Dr. Whistler, head meteorologist of the Metropolis Museum, died Superman was alarmed because apart from himself, only Whistler had known the importance of a meteor a fragment of the former planet Krypton which had fallen to Earth about a year ago and was now locked in the museum's vault. Deciding to take editor Perry White and Lois Lane into his confidence Superman, in his guise of Clark Kent told them of the last days of the planet Krypton where a race of supermen once lived. Knowing the planet was doomed, Jor El, a brilliant young scientist had just completed a tiny model of a rocket ship when Krypton began to disintegrate. Placing his infant son in the rocket Jor El directed it toward Earth and sent it away just as Krypton exploded into a million fragments. As we continue now in Clark Kent's apartment, Perry White asks eagerly, the baby in the rocket. It was Superman, wasn't it, Kent? That's right, chief. The rocket landed in a farmer's field not very far from here. The farmer and his wife rescued the baby and reared him as their own son. They gave him their name and they what?

[Lois Lane]

Name? Clark.

[Sniggers]

Clark?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, why, he. He came to be known as Superman. Of course, Lois, naturally.

[Lois Lane]

Clark, how do you know all this?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Why, you might say I'm in Superman's confidence, Lois. It's a great story for our Sunday magazine section. Oh, by the way, what happened to the farmer and his wife? Kent? They both died a few years ago. That's too bad. Well, go ahead, Kent. Well, as we know, Superman has been of invaluable help to us. Time and again. He saved us from. From injury and, well, even death. You can say that again. Well, therefore, anything that may place him in danger is our concern.

[Lois Lane]

Place Superman in danger?

[Scarlet Widow]

Are you kidding?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Unfortunately, I'm not los. Well, now, that piece of kryptonite you mentioned is Superman's deadliest enemy.

[Scarlet Widow]

What did you say?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I said, that piece of kryptonite is Superman's deadliest enemy. If he comes within 10ft of it, he loses all his strength and powers.

[Lois Lane]

Who told you that fantastic story?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Kent?

[Dan McCullough]

Are you out of your mind?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

All right. I don't blame either one of you for doubting me. But unfortunately, My only witness, Dr. Whistler, is dead. He alone could tell you that due to some unexplained chemical or physical action the piece of kryptonite when placed in the Earth's atmosphere robbed Superman of his strength.

[Lois Lane]

You mean the Dr. Whistler tested it on Superman?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yes. That's why he sealed the meteor in his private vault at the museum. Well, now, we were at war then and Superman was much too valuable to run the risk of placing him in danger. Oh, now you know why I turned pale when I read about Whistler's sudden death. I could just see that vault being opened by those who had no knowledge of the meteor's power. And I could see it falling into the hands of Superman's enemies. That's what shocked me. And it still does. You shouldn't wonder.

[Lois Lane]

Clark, you're not making this up, are you?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hardly, Lois. As a matter of fact, the only reason is I'm telling you the story is because I need your help to destroy that piece of kryptonite forever. If it's not destroyed, Superman may be destroyed. Well, there's only one answer to that. We'll get the museum and authorities to give the meteor up take it out into the middle of the ocean and dump it. If that could be done, chief, we'll have repaid our debt to Superman. Why not? I've got some influence in this city. Matter of fact, I'm on the board of directors of the museum. I'll call the chairman first thing in the morning. That'd be wonderful. Careful, chief. What's the matter, Lois? Still don't believe what I've told you?

[Lois Lane]

Oh, yes, I believe it, all right. I was just thinking about some work I have to do at the office. Clark, I'd better run along. You could use some sleep anyway.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, no, I'm fine now, chief. Completely relieved.

[Lois Lane]

Well, I'd better be going anyway. You coming, chief?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah, might as well. All right, I'll open the door for you. Laws is right, Kent. You could use a good night's sleep. Yes, I guess so. I be getting right into bed. Thanks a lot for coming over. Forget it. Well, good night. Good night, chief. Hi, Lois.

[Lois Lane]

Good night, Clark.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Vastly relieved and almost a little proud of himself for having been able to tell Lois and Perry White the story without revealing that he is Superman. Clark Kent turns out the living room lights steps into the bedroom and is shortly asleep. Hours go by and a clock in a church steeple not far distant striking midnight when he is awakened by a raucous voice in the street below. What's that? Superman in danger. Great Scott. What's he talking about? Up with this window. Here's Boy. Hey, boy, what paper are you selling? Good Lord.

[Sniggers]

What?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

No, not. Never mind.

[Sniggers]

Thank you.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Daily Planet. So that's why Lois said she had to get back to the office. She wanted to catch the last edition with a story. Oh, the fool. A stupid little fool. Doesn't she realize what she's done? Now, wait a minute. Maybe I'm wrong. Maybe she didn't print the facts. I hope that's it. I'll call her at home. What's her number? Oh, yes, yes, I know. And this is terrible, Simply terrible.

[Scarlet Widow]

Hello?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hello, Lois?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Clark Kent.

[Lois Lane]

Oh, I thought you were going to bed.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, I did, but I was awakened by a newsboy shouting an extra. Lois, you didn't print the story I told you, did you?

[Scarlet Widow]

Of course I did.

[Lois Lane]

It's sensational. The presses are still running.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

But I told you you not to let the story go any further. Especially the fact that the kryptonite is in the museum vault.

[Lois Lane]

I know, but I talked it over with Mr. White and we decided it was too good to miss. Particularly since he's going to get that meteor out of the museum the first thing in the morning and no harm can possibly be done.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Don't you realize?

[Lois Lane]

Go back to sleep and forget about it.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You shouldn't have done it, Lois. It was a mistake. A terrible mistake.

[Lois Lane]

I don't think so. It's selling a lot of newspapers, and that's what counts.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

That's not what.

[Lois Lane]

Nothing's going to happen, so don't worry.

[Dan McCullough]

What?

[Lois Lane]

Good night, Clark.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Good night, Lois. Returning the telephone receiver to its hook, Clark Kent stares off into space for long moments, hoping against hope that Lois is right, that nothing will happen. But something does. We'll return in a moment to find out what it is. And to meet for the first time the most dangerous woman in the world. But first, we have something else important to tell you.

[Dan McCullough]

Well, still listening, Pep Gang? Why, that's just fine. Because here's more news about that wonderful real sundial wristwatch that Kellogg's Pep is offering you and how you can get one. What a honey. This sundial wristwatch is in bright aluminum with a smart strap that keeps it flat on your wrist. Now, it's about as big around as the usual wristwatch. And when you're all set to use it, you merely lift the shadow hand or pointer and aim it due north. Being careful to keep the instrument level. The sun cast the shadow of the pointer on the dial showing the hour of the day. It's a barrel of fun, gang. As well as something really worth having. When you're out in the sun, away from any clock, say, on a scout patrol or in the country. I'm sure that you know that sundials have been used for telling time since ancient days when men still believed in witches and ghosts. And this one is a modern, streamlined version. Here's how you can get one. Just send in two box tops marked top from packages of that super delicious whole wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's pep, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. I'll repeat that for you. Send in two box stops marked top from packages of that super delicious whole wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's pep, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address printed clearly to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Don't delay. Send for your sundial wristwatch tonight so that you'll get it that much sooner.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the Adventures of Superman. Our scene is the sumptuous living room of a penthouse suite in one of the most exclusive apartment buildings in Metropolis. A thin, gaunt woman dressed in scarlet is seated on a dark velvet couch. On on either side of her, their bulging green eyes reflecting the light from a floor lamp, is a coal black Persian cat. The woman is known only as the Scarlet Widow. And at the moment she is reading Lois Lane's story in the late edition of the Daily Planet. And her long bony fingers are caressing the paper as though the story had pleased her. The ghost of a smile plays about her bluish lips and spots of color highlight her sunken parchment like cheeks. Suddenly she looks up and the short weasel faced man standing in front of her smiles.

[Sniggers]

Interesting story, ain't it? With her?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, Snickers, very interesting.

[Sniggers]

Lor blimey, wouldn't we have a run go of it if we only had this Superman bloke under our thumbs, eh?

[Scarlet Widow]

No reason why we can't, provided this story is true.

[Sniggers]

Oh, it's true all right. There ain't nothing printed in the American papers. What I true?

[Scarlet Widow]

Your faith in things American sometimes turns my stomach. Snickers, don't be a fool. Americans are trickier than any other people.

[Sniggers]

I wouldn't say that, Widow.

[Scarlet Widow]

Well, I would. And I know them better than you do. I was born here, I've lived with them and now I've come back to turn them over to the enemy. Funny, isn't it? You an Englishman and I, an American working for what is left of the enemy. A handful of Japs and Germans still in hiding, waiting, planning.

[Sniggers]

I ain't working for nothing but money and plenty of it. Or just as soon cut the king's protozero itoes for a prize.

[Scarlet Widow]

Beautiful sentiments, Snickers, simply beautiful. But we're not catfishing any throats. That's far too crude. The Scarlet Widow works with her mind, not her muscle.

[Sniggers]

Ain't that the truth.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now listen to me. You were perfectly right a moment ago when you said we'd have a rum go of it if we could get this Superman person under our thumb. Well, that's our goal, Snickers. And the first step is to lay our hands on the meteor mentioned in this story.

[Sniggers]

How do we go about it?

[Scarlet Widow]

You're the best safecracker and lock picker on the continent, bar none, aren't you?

[Sniggers]

According to Scotland Yard, I am.

[Scarlet Widow]

Then a simple little museum vault should offer you no obstacle. It's now ten minutes after midnight. By dawn that meteor should be in opposition. Think you can do it?

[Sniggers]

If I can't with a there ain't nobody what can.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Stroking her two sleek pets, the Scarlet Widow smiles understandingly. For a moment, her gray green eyes resemble those of her cats. Then she nods.

[Scarlet Widow]

I believe you're right, Snickers. If you can't, nobody can. I'm going to let you try it tonight.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And so Clark Kent's fear that an enemy of Superman would Come into possession of the one thing on Earth capable of rendering the man of Steel harmless. Is about to be realized. What will happen? Will the Scarlet Widow get the piece of kryptonite? If she does, then what? Don't miss a word of tomorrow's tense, exciting episode. Superman is fighting for his very life. So join with him as he battles against the most dangerous woman in the world. The Scarlet Widow. Tune in tomorrow, same time, same station, and follow the adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap all buildings at a single bound. Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellas and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman. Brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station by the makers of that super delicious cereal, Kellogg's Pep. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kill the super delicious cereal.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Present the adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound.

[Sniggers]

Look.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today, as we know, the man of Steel is in imminent danger. For the Scarlet Widow is making plans to secure the one great threat to his strength. The fragment of the planet Krypton. We'll join him as Clark Kent in a moment. But right now, Your pal Dan McCullough is hearing some mighty exciting news from his cousin, Doris.

[Scarlet Widow]

Look, Dan, look. I just got my sundial wristwatch. Isn't that a beauty?

[Dan McCullough]

It sure is, Doris. Why, say, that's a real aluminum dial.

[Scarlet Widow]

Of course. Shiny as anything. And look how the strap holds it nice and flat on my wrist.

[Dan McCullough]

Say, that's swell. Has your brother seen it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Not yet. He just came.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Peewee.

[Sniggers]

Peewee.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What you want?

[Scarlet Widow]

Come here a minute. I want to show you something. Can't you see I'm busy?

[Dan McCullough]

Hey, you better come. You'll be missing out on something, Pee Wee.

[Scarlet Widow]

Well, all right. Hi, Dan.

[Sniggers]

What gives?

[Dan McCullough]

Gives plenty, pal. See what your sister has here?

[Scarlet Widow]

Look, Peewee, it's a real modern sundial wristwatch. Take time by the sun.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Let me see.

[Sniggers]

Hey, that's swell.

[Scarlet Widow]

How does it work?

[Dan McCullough]

Well, Pee Wee, first you lift this pointer here and you aim it due north.

[Scarlet Widow]

Then the sun's rays make the shadow form the dial. And wherever the shadow falls, that's the hour of day.

[Dan McCullough]

Right? That's all there is to it.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Say, Doris, you know the last comic book I got out of my allowance?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Trade you three comic books for the sundial wrist watch?

[Scarlet Widow]

Nope. Please. No, sir.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

A sis. I need that sundial watch.

[Scarlet Widow]

I can use it on hikes and.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

When I'm on scouting patrol. And I'm in the boat.

[Scarlet Widow]

And I can use it Mr. Peewee for cop meeting. And I go on hikes too.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Aw, gee.

[Dan McCullough]

Dies.

[Lois Lane]

Come on.

[Dan McCullough]

Now, look, Peewee, why don't you send for your own sundial wristwatch? That's what the rest of the gang's doing. It's so smart looking and so useful. Everybody wants one. Easy to get too. You just ask mom to get you a good supply of that super delicious Whole Wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's Pet. Then tear off two box tops. Be sure you get the ones plainly marked top and send them in, along with your name and full address clearly printed and 10 cents in cash to Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. You got that address? It's Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. And, gang, do it right away. The sooner you send in, the sooner you'll get your modern streamlined sundial wristwatch from Pep Pep. Made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the adventures of Superman. For the first time in all his existence, Superman knows the meaning of fear. When a fragment of the planet Krypton, birthplace of the man of Steel, came to Earth as a flaming meteor, Superman, in his guise of Clark Kent, learned to his horror that the green glowing piece of kryptonite in the Earth's atmosphere robbed him of his supernatural strength and powers and made him a weakling. Unable to venture close enough to the kryptonite to destroy it he influenced a meteorologist at the Metropolis Museum to place it in a sealed vault. But now that man is dead. And Kent fears that the only weapon on Earth capable of destroying him may fall into the hands of his enemies. And strangely enough, he is right. For even now, a woman known as the Scarlet Widow is making plans to gain possession of the deadly weapon. It is shortly after midnight and we find Superman in his guise of King Kent at the home of Inspector Henderson, chief of the Metropolis Police Department. Listen, I'm sorry to have had to drag you out of bed, inspector, but the matter is urgent. Well, whatever it is, I'm sure it.

[Dan McCullough]

Could have waited until morning, Kent.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'm afraid it can't. Here, read this. Read what? The story under the headline Superman in Danger. Hey, what is this, a gag? No, it isn't. The story ran in yesterday's late edition of the Planet. Lois Lane wrote it. See? A great and powerful Superman is in great Danger of meeting his master. We've learned today that a fragment of kryptonite capable of robbing Superman of all strength and power is reposing in a sealed vault at the Metropolis. Hey, what sort of nonsense is this, Kent? It's on the level, inspector. There isn't time to go into detail. Lois had no business running the story. And what I'm afraid of now is that someone may try to to get possession of that piece of kryptonite. And I want you to have it guarded. Oh, go on back home, Ken, and take a cold shower. For you, a world of good. This is serious, inspector. More serious than you realize. And every moment we waste is precious. Now, all I ask is that you authorize sending 50 men to guard the museum until morning. Now, is that asking too much when I tell you a great deal is at stake? You know, I really think you're serious. Of course I'm serious. It's a matter of life and death, Superman. Life and death. All right, Kent, you win. I'll call headquarters and okay it. Good. I got the number for you. Don't bother. I've got a direct line on this phone. Connect me with Sergeant Mulroney. I want you to understand, Kent, that I'm doing this on your word. If by any chance this is a gag or a practical joke I'll see that you spend the rest of your life in the city jail on bread and water and don't even. As Inspector Henderson puts through the call that will throw a police guard around. Around the Metropolis Museum the fear in Clark Kent's mind is taking shape and form as a small sedan moves quietly through the dark streets of the city on route to the museum. At the wheel is a nondescript character in a checked cap. But in the rear seat, well hidden save at intervals when the yellow light of a street lamp flashes through the windows are a strange couple. One of them is a woman, tall and thin and gaunt, garbed in scarlet. The other is a little sniveling cockney. The woman is known throughout the world as the Scarlet Widow. The little Cockney's name is Sniggers. For long moments, they are both silent. Then the woman speaks.

[Scarlet Widow]

You told the driver exactly how to approach the museum, I hope, Snickers.

[Sniggers]

I even drew him a map. I did?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Good.

[Scarlet Widow]

Then it should be smooth sailing. We'll circle the museum once to make sure the coast is clear. Then we'll drop you and wait for you on the southeast corner of 10th Street.

[Sniggers]

Right, Al.

[Scarlet Widow]

It shouldn't take you very long.

[Sniggers]

The Crack in the vault ain't going to take no time at all. It's finding it what's going to take the time.

[Scarlet Widow]

Vaults are usually in the basement of a building. And remember, don't let the piece of kryptonite frighten you when you get the vault open, according to that story in the paper it glows with an eerie greenish light.

[Sniggers]

Oh, you can rest easy with her, it's as good as in your hands. Right now it is the museums on.

[Scarlet Widow]

The next block look sharp. Snickers, look.

[Sniggers]

Lonnie, hold up. Benny.

[Scarlet Widow]

What's the matter? Snickers?

[Sniggers]

Look, they got the museum surrounded. Police.

[Scarlet Widow]

Hundreds of them.

[Sniggers]

No, there ain't that many, but there's enough. I ain't getting in there tonight and that's a fact.

[Scarlet Widow]

I'm not so sure. Sure, you get out and get as close to the museum as possible without being seen. Tell the driver to shut the motor off.

[Sniggers]

Shut it off, Billy. Now what's on your mind with it?

[Scarlet Widow]

You've got to get into that museum tonight, Snickers. Police or no police, it's quite evident the thing we want won't be there tomorrow.

[Sniggers]

Psalms are enough. But how do we do it?

[Scarlet Widow]

There's only one way. We'll lure some of those policemen away from the building. You'll have to slip through at the right moment.

[Sniggers]

How to be lure them? And how do I get out once I'm in?

[Scarlet Widow]

Getting out will be a problem for you to solve. You're slippery enough to manage it. We'll lure them away from the building by setting this car on fire. Lord blimey, we've got to work fast. You get going. The driver and I will take care of the the car. The moment those policemen see it go up in flames, some of them will run over. That's when you get into the building.

[Sniggers]

It ain't going to be easy with us.

[Scarlet Widow]

Nothing important is easy. Remember that. I'll be waiting at the apartment for you. Get going.

[Sniggers]

Right.

[Scarlet Widow]

Goodbye and good luck.

[Sniggers]

I'll be seeing you, I hopes.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Slipping into the darkness, little Cockney moves silently along a tree border street creeping closer and closer to the huge granite museum building where standing on the steps of the main entrance is Clark Kent conversing with police Sergeant Mulrooney. Chances are nothing will happen, Sergeant. But we just want to make certain sure. That's like me old lady Bridget's always after saying a pound of prevention, she.

[Dan McCullough]

Says, is worth a noun secure. Or is it the other way around?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Either way it'll do. I imagine it'll Be safe enough to send the men back to headquarters at dawn. I'm really sorry we had to bring them out, but it just couldn't be helped.

[Sniggers]

What are we after?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Garden, Mr. Ken. It's nothing of any real value, Sergeant, except that.

[Dan McCullough]

What's that on the next block?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Looks like a fire. It ain't nothing else but an automobile.

[Sniggers]

Adams, Clancy, o' Brien, get over there and see what's doing.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Okay? Yes, sir.

[Sniggers]

Gentlemen, get you a firebox and ring an alarm on the double.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Say, Sergeant, maybe I can help. Go ahead if you wish.

[Dan McCullough]

I'll stay here and keep an eye on things.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'll be right back. Unsuspecting, Clark Kent hurries in the direction of the burning car. His only thought that his help may be needed in rescuing whomever may be trapped in the fire. But no sooner is he out of sight than a shadowy figure slips into the place vacated by the absent policeman and hugging the museum wall, moves along silently on cat like feet until he reaches the delivery entrance to the building. There, a single officer is on guard, stealing up behind him. The cockney sniggers, presses the sharp point of a knife into the small of the policeman's back.

[Sniggers]

Don't you move your. A dead un. The knife's just long enough to reach your heart. And I knows how to get it there. Now keep your hands down at your sides and back slowly toward the door. I'm not a peep now. All right, hold up. I've got to get this here door open. I keep your lips buttoned. This key ought to do it. Ain't no lock. It don't open. Silk, Copper. Don't try nothing. Let's see now. There, does it? It's all right. She's open. Step inside, copper. We're taking a little tour of the museum, you and me. For education purposes. You might stay.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

With a steel blade pressed against his back, the helpless policeman can only follow instructions. Stepping into the delivery corridor, he hears the door close behind him. The scarlet widow has struck and one strand of the deadly web she is weaving for Superman has been spun. Will sniggers find the piece of kryptonite. We'll return in a moment with more tense excitement. But first, here again is our good friend.

[Dan McCullough]

Yes, Pep Gang. More exciting news about that new Kellogg's Pep sundial wristwatch with a regular strap for your wrist. And news about how you can get one too. You see, this swell instrument is just the thing you've been waiting for for some real sport. You let nature and the sun help you. Tell time and it's really easy. You just aim the pointer on the sundial wrist watch due north. The sun casts the pointer shadow on the dial showing the hour of the day and you can read off the hour quick as a flash. What a grand time you and the rest of the gang can have with this shiny aluminum wrist piece. Now here's how you get it. Send in two box tops marked top from packages of that super delicious whole wheat flake cereal, Kellogg's pet, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and full address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Send in today.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the adventures of Superman. The Scarlet Widow's flaming automobile is now a mass of water soaked junk on the street and the fire engines have left the scene. Clark Kent, back on the museum steps with Sergeant Mulroney and unaware that sniggers, has gained entrance to the building, is strangely puzzled. That car was empty. No sign of a driver.

[Dan McCullough]

It might have been a stolen car.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And when it took fire, the feller beat it. Yes, that's possible, but I don't know, I just got a funny feeling there's more to it than that. What do you mean? Everything was all right back here, wasn't it? Yeah, quiet as a church mouse. I guess I'm wrong then. I just had the feeling.

[Dan McCullough]

Yes, what is it, Mike?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You didn't see Halloran around, did you? Halloran? No, the last I saw him he's over at the side of the building.

[Dan McCullough]

At the delivery entrance.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Where? He's not there now and we've only got 49 men. What are you talking about, Sergeant?

[Dan McCullough]

Yes, Kent.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Someone got into the museum and took Halloran with him. Great Scott, he's got the kryptonite. Startled, the police sergeant stares at Clark Kent in evident disbelief. But Kent is right. For even as he speaks, the X ray eyes of Superman have pierced the granite walls of the building and are watching sniggers, the cockney lift the jagged green glowing piece of kryptonite from a jimmied vault in the basement. Now only the guns of the police can stop the Scarlet Widow's emissary. For Superman is helpless. What will happen? Tomorrow's episode is the most exciting you've ever heard. So don't miss it. Tune in, same time, same station and follow the adventures of of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellas and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman, brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station, by the makers of that super delicious cereal, Kellogg's pet. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC publications. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kellogg's Pep, the super delicious cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today, as Clark Kent, he hopes to find some way of preventing the Scarlet Widow's henchmen from removing the fragment of kryptonite from the museum vault. We'll learn what happens in a moment. But right now, let's join our good friend, Dan McCullough.

[Dan McCullough]

Well, here it is, Friday Pep Gang, and I want to tell you about something big. A wonderful offer Kellogg's Pep is making you so that you can send for it over the weekend. This terrific offer by Kellogg's Pep is a real aluminum sundial wristwatch with a regular strap for your wrist. Think of it. A small compact sundial you can wear right on your wrist to tell time for the sun. You see, this beautiful instrument is about as big around as the usual wristwatch with clear cut numbers on its face. It lies flat on your wrist until.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You'Re ready to use it.

[Dan McCullough]

Then you just raise the shadow hand, or pointer and aim it due north. The shadow of the pointer will fall on the dial showing the hour of the day. You can tell time by the sun just as old time pirates and adventurers and explorers did in the days before clocks. Yet this up to date 1945 model timepiece is such a handsome thing to own, every kid will want one just as soon as the word gets out. You can use it for playing games or in serious scouting or hiking. Believe me, you'll be mighty glad to have one of these swell sundial wristwatches for your very own. Now, here's how you get one. Just send in two box tops marked top from packages of that super delicious whole wheat flake cereal, Kellogg's pep, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman. Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Let me repeat that for you. Send in two box tops marked top from packages of Kellogg's pep, along with 10 cents in cash.

[Scarlet Widow]

And.

[Dan McCullough]

And your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. And hurry, gang Be the first in your neighborhood to own a real sundial. Wristwatch.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the Adventures of Superman. When Dr. Whistler, Chief Meteorologist at the Metropolis Museum, suddenly died, Superman feared that a piece of kryptonite locked in the museum's vault might fall into the hands of his enemies. The kryptonite was a fragment of the former planet on which Superman had been born. And it had the strange power to rob the man of Steel of all his strength when he approached within 10ft of it. That Superman's fears were well founded. We learned when we met a woman known only as the Scarlet Widow. In an attempt to gain possession of the kryptonite, the Widow arranged it so that her cockney assistant sniggers got through a cordon of police surrounding the museum and forced one of the officers to lead him into into the museum basement. At knife point, Kent, who had been lured from the entrance of the building, returned to find the policeman missing. Instantly, the X ray vision of Superman penetrated into the basement as Clark Kent. He gave Sergeant Mulroney the answer. Somebody got into the museum and took Halloran with him. He's in the basement now at the vault. He's a little fellow. And Halloran is sitting in a chair handcuffed in the basement of the museum? Yes, the little fellas trying to open the vault. He's after the kryptonite. Come on, Sergeant. He went in the side entrance.

[Sniggers]

Yeah.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

How would you be knowing all this? Never mind. Come on, take my word for it. I know what I'm talking about. And that I doubt. Meaning no offense, I'll prove it to you. Come on around to the side entrance.

[Dan McCullough]

Nathan, why would a man be after.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Breaking into a museum in the dead of night?

[Dan McCullough]

Answer me that one, Mr. Ken.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Because there's something valuable in there. All right, here's the door. Is there a bell that we can.

[Dan McCullough]

Ring for the watchman?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The door's unlocked.

[Dan McCullough]

Now I'm convinced that you're saints alive.

[Sniggers]

It is unlocked.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Now how could that be? The thief went in this way. Come on.

[Sniggers]

Nathan.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Would you look at this place? Dark as a graveyard.

[Dan McCullough]

And them white statues standing there like ghosts.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Wait til I get me flashlight working now.

[Dan McCullough]

Now to find the watchman.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Never mind him. We've got to get downstairs before the thief gets away with the kryptonite. This way.

[Sniggers]

Kryptonite. Oh, so that's what it is, isn't it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You believe that wild yarn in the paper's about a piece of a meteor.

[Dan McCullough]

That can knock out a superman, huh? That ain't a funny one.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's not at all funny, Sergeant. It's malarkey, that's what it is. No, it isn't.

[Dan McCullough]

Look now, is that why the inspector put us to guard this place tonight?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yes, and if I move, somebody's behind us. Don't move. They got Hagon. What you fellas do here? How you get in? Oh, the police. Yeah, police. Who are you? Svensson? I am watchman. How you come in here?

[Sniggers]

Stop pointing that gun at us.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

We got in through the delivery door that you forgot to lock. Hey, no forget. Hey, look. And they check every hour. There, you see, Sergeant, Somebody did get in here and he's in the basement. Now, come on. And keep your voices down. Someone else is here. Yes, down at the vault. Come on, Sergeant, you better come along too. Swear. Hey, Cole. You know, you may be right at that, Kent.

[Dan McCullough]

If the watchman sure he locked that door.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Quiet. Someone must have stuck a gun in.

[Dan McCullough]

Halloran's back and forced him inside.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

That's what I've been trying to tell you. Only it wasn't a gun, it was a knife.

[Dan McCullough]

How would you be knowing that nobody.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Could come in here? Right, Scott, he's got it. Who's got what? Why you stopped for? I. I saw. I saw the stairs just ahead. Come on, let's go. Hurry. Now, now, now, now, take it easy, Kent.

[Sniggers]

How do I get that copper? Listen, I got that little ball joint and he's in his part.

[Dan McCullough]

Kent.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yum piny mini is some fellow in world. Oh, it's fencing. Come on, let's sneak in closer.

[Sniggers]

It is here. Must be the box to be the one looking policeman. Dal sitting there with your uncle handcuffs on.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

He's got Hellerin all right.

[Dan McCullough]

They're in that room right ahead. You see his flash going Helen off.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yes, I see it. That's his fault, Drew.

[Sniggers]

I wonder if she'd come up there. Too bad what's in this airport.

[Dan McCullough]

Now look, Swenson, when we get to.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The door of that room, you and.

[Dan McCullough]

I'll shine our flashlights inside.

[Sniggers]

But if there's any shooting to be.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Done, let me do it. You understand your hello?

[Dan McCullough]

All right, come on, cancel. K mind walk quiet.

[Sniggers]

Oh, I wish he wouldn't phone me. But he won't hurt me if I take a little peek, will he? I'll peek him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Wait, Sergeant. What? What are you stopping for? Kilt? I. I can't go any further.

[Sniggers]

What's this here? It goes green. It does Dislike he said anything. It doesn't look like a blooming dynamo.

[Dan McCullough]

What's the matter, Kent?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Are you scared? Yes. I mean no, not of a man.

[Sniggers]

All right.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You stay here if you're scared.

[Dan McCullough]

Come on, Swenson.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah. Hey, Colt. No. Don't you endanger hollering go.

[Dan McCullough]

My arm, Kent.

[Sniggers]

Oh, why is that? Shut up.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Shut up. All right now come on, boss.

[Sniggers]

Now you don't you take one step and I'll cut this Bobby's arse out.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I will. Hold it.

[Sniggers]

Hey, listen you. Now you listen to me. I'm standing right behind your pad with me knife in his back seat. You take one step and I'll push it through his heart.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Jumpen Mini, you better alert. We've got this museum surrounded. You ain't got a chance to get away.

[Sniggers]

Oh yes I have. Me and Ms. Bobby's got to walk out of this here museum. And you and them blokes outside is going to let us as your pal as a dead end.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What for you? That's Sergeant. You've got to do as he says. Are you crazy to Kent?

[Sniggers]

No.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Let him walk out with Ken and.

[Sniggers]

Whatever he stole at the vault.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Listen, your duty is to save Hollerin's life. This fellow will let him go as soon as he thinks he has a safe start on us. Besides, I know where he's going this.

[Sniggers]

N. He just hit you in the end. What's he going to be?

[Dan McCullough]

You say you know where he's going.

[Sniggers]

Ken.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I, I, I promise I'll get back whatever he stole. I'll take full responsibility with him. Inspector Henderson too. Go on, tell him you'll do it, Sergeant. Tell him. Well, okay, Kent.

[Dan McCullough]

But you'll have to answer to the inspector like you say.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I will. All right then. We'll let you out, you low livered skunk. But if you so much as harm one hair of Halloran's head, it'll be too bad for you.

[Sniggers]

I thought you'd see it my way.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Listen.

[Sniggers]

Then turn around and walk back upstairs. You will be right behind you. Make with this knife in the Bobby's back. Now start walking. Come on, Kent.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You too, Swenson.

[Sniggers]

Up on your feet and walk. Bobby, when you get to the museum entrance, you say to your police blokes to let us through.

[Dan McCullough]

See?

[Sniggers]

And no tricks if you want to see your pal alive again.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Followed by the wary sniggers and his police hostage. Clark. Camp, Sergeant Mulroney and Svens and move through the dark museum to the side entrance. Does Kent really intend to allow sniggers to escape with the kryptonite? We'll return in a moment. For the startling climax of today's episode. But first, here again is your announcer.

[Dan McCullough]

Say, gang, this is the last chance I'll have this week to tell you about the wonderful Kellogg's Pep offer that's going on right now. It's a modern, up to date sundial wristwatch that enables you to tell time by the sun easily and quickly. And what a beautiful instrument this all aluminum timepiece is. Now, it's about as big around as the usual wristwatch with a regular strap that holds it snug and flat on your wrist. When you're ready to use it, just lift the shadow hand or pointer and aim it due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial showing the hour of the day. You'll want to wear this watch whenever you're out of doors, on hikes or on boats, or when you're playing secret games with a gang. You can set a time for meeting like meet me when the Shadow falls at 5. Boy, what a lot of fun you and the rest of the kids will have with this sundial wristwatch. Yes, sir, you'll get a great kick out of it. And you can get one easily, gang. Here's how. Just send in two box tops marked top from packages of that super delicious whole wheat flake cereal, Kellogg's pep, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Listen again so that you'll get it right. Just send two box tops marked top from packages of Kellogg's pep, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Be the first in your neighborhood to own a modern sundial wristwatch.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the adventures of Superman. Persuaded by cross Clark Kent, Sergeant Mulroney has permitted Sniggers to leave the museum and pass safely through the police guard carrying the lead box containing the kryptonite and with his knife threatening a handcuffed policeman. Sniggers proceeded six blocks up a dark street where he ordered Halloran to return to the museum. Then the little cockney took to his heels. Meanwhile, Kent has slipped away from the sergeant and resumed his true identity of Superman and is now hovering high above the fleeing snakers. There he goes. He's got the kryptonite. Got to take him by surprise. Grab the box before he sees me. Before he can open it. Mustn't scare him or he might drop it down behind him. Slowly, slowly. He mustn't Hear me? Slower still. Easy. Almost got him now. He hasn't heard me yet. He just doesn't turn around. He heard me. He sees me. Down to him. Down. I got you now. I want that box. Come on, give it to me. Observe me.

[Scarlet Widow]

Scotty dropped it.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The kryptonite. Rolled out.

[Sniggers]

Jumped out of the sky. You did. I see you.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You.

[Sniggers]

I know you are. You're Superman.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Kryptonite. Put it back in the lead box. Hurry. I can't stand.

[Sniggers]

Oh, look at you, staggering. Rocket drank you all the kryptonite.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Put it back.

[Sniggers]

Put it back now. Think the Widow was right? Please, not yet. It does. Low, ancient sight.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I. Oh.

[Sniggers]

Man, will you look at that. Pass out cold, he did, my eye. That was a matter of squeak. Here, I better get this thing back in the box and get out of here quick. There we are. Now, wait a minute, Snickers, me lad. Why don't we take this here Superman to the Widow too? See? Now, won't they wither like that Superman? And the stuff to finish him off too. I'll drag him to the street. Find a taxi cab, my drag friend. Coming from Ask a party, I'll say. Sniggers, you got a knob on you. The Widow's going to be mighty pleased and generous with the pound notes, she is. Come on. Come on, Mr. Superman. You.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You. Royal High Ms. Shortling. With glee the little cockney drags the inert Superman through the dark street. The man of Steel's eyes are closed. His head rests on his chest and his red cape trails in the gutter like a broken wing. What will happen? Is this the end of the once mighty Superman? Don't miss Monday's dramatic episode, fellows and girls. Tune in, same time, same station for the Adventures of Super Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound.

[Sniggers]

Look.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellas and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman. Brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station by the makers of that Super Delicious cereal, Kellogg's Pet. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC Publications. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System.

[Sniggers]

Kellogg's pet.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The Super Delicious cereal presents the Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look. Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today, with the man of Steel robbed of all consciousness by the glowing fragment of the planet Krypton, the little cockney Sniggers is planning a startling surprise for the Scarlet Widow. We'll join him in a moment. But right now, here's Dan McCullough with some exciting news.

[Dan McCullough]

You know, gang, I just can't get over being excited about that modern streamlined sundial wristwatch Kellogg's Pep is putting out. And you'll be excited too when you get your watch. You'll like that shiny aluminum dial and that smart looking strap for your wrist so much that, well, you put that sundial wristwatch right on and you'll wear it all day long. Then you can tell time by the sun. Wherever you are, are. It's so simple. You just lift the pointer and aim it due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial. And that shows you the hour of the day. Now here's how you get your sundial. River Delicious whole wheat flake cereal, Kellogg's pet. Tear off the two box tops and be sure you get the ones marked top along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Make a note of that address, it's Superman Box 157 Battle Creek, Michigan. And send in right away. Get your smart looking sundial wristwatch from Pep Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the Adventures of Superman. The one thing in the world which Superman fears. A piece of green glowing kryptonite from the shattered planet on which he was born and which has the power to rob him of all his great strength has been stolen from its vault in a Metropolis museum. Superman followed the thief, a little cockney named Sniggers. But when he seized him on a nearby street, Sniggers dropped the lead box containing the kryptonite. The box sprang open and the strange rays emanating from within overpowered the man of Steel. Delighted with his good fortune, Sniggers seized the limp, unconscious Superman by the collar. And as we continue now, he is dragging him through a dark spirit street. Intent on finding a taxi cab and taking Superman and the kryptonite to his employer, the dangerous woman known as the Scarlet Widow.

[Sniggers]

Listen, Lord Blimey, this is Superman. Heavy he is. If I could only get him to the corner and find a hack or tender driver, my friend in the fancy costume to connect to many at the masquerade party. He did. Well, the Widow would be glad to See him, eh? Him and the green shining stuff in this here box. Nigger. She'll say there's a hundred pounds for you. Hundred pounds nothing. This night's work is worth a thousand pounds. It is here. Who's coming? It's a blooming policeman. Curse the lack of car. They didn't find me. He know what happened at the museum tonight. He might even be looking for me. Now I'll have to leave Superman here and up it through this alley. And I would have like to be satisfied with the sheer box he sent me for Mr. Superman. I'll be seeing you again.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I will. Leaving Superman sprawled across the dark sidewalk, the little cockney darts into an alley, the box of kryptonite clutched tightly under his arm as a blue coated policeman patrolling his beat spies the inert man of steel and quickens his steps. Sorry. And would you look at the outlandish clothes on him. There Don't. Don't seem to be nothing wrong with him. Drunk, he must read him some fancy ball, a masquerade party. Come on now, wake up. Wake up, I say. If you want. Well, then my clubs and the thought of your feet. We made you. Oh. Oh, you're coming through, are you? Oh, what? Where? What is? Where indeed? Can you take this sidewalk as a feather bed? Huh? Sidewalk? Why? Well, where am I? Are you asking me? Now, George, is a fine thing, a young gentleman like yourself getting drunk and passing out in the streets. What? I'm not drunk. Oh, wait a minute. I remember. Oh. Oh, I'm still dizzy, dear. Now don't be farting down again. No, no, I. I'm all right. Obviously. Where does the. The little man go? Yes, yes, he speaks with a. With a cockney accent. Where is he? Surely must have flown away with the pink elephants and the purple color. Oh, I'm serious. Now listen to me, lad. I tell you. A little Englishman was here. He had a lead box with a piece of kryptonite. He stole it from the Metropolis Museum. We've got to find him, officer, and get it back. Now you listen to me, young fella, and take yourself off to me. No, you. I don't want to have to run you in. Good heavens. How can I make you understand? I still feel weak. I don't know if I can get off the ground. Off the ground, he says. I ain't old enough. And patience is the saint I've been. I ain't giving you fair warning, me lads. Now look, if you're not gone for me before I reach the patrol box, I'll be calling the wagon for you and you'll sleep the night in the shed. Now wait a minute. I'll be gone foot officer. Find your way to the shame to be a circuit. You won't believe me. Gotta go after that kryptonite myself. I've got to find that little thief. I must. Now the museum is behind me. I know he didn't go that way though. I look in this direction, up and away. Leaping into a starry sky, Superman streaks above the quiet night filled streets, searching desperately for sniggers. Almost the length of metropolis he ranges and then back and then from west to east and back again, crawling on his powerful muscles for speed and get more speed. But the little cockney and the kryptonite have disappeared. Then finally, as the first crimson fingers of dawn pluck at the gray curtain of the horizon, the man of steel admits defeat. And his heart, filled with a fear such as he has never known before, turns toward police headquarters to see aid. Meanwhile, in a magnificent, ornately furnished penthouse apartment atop one of the city's most exclusive residence buildings, the ominous Thanewood Church, Superman fears is swiftly taking shape. On the white velvet sofa sits a tall, gaunt, ugly woman clothed in a flaming scarlet gown, her hands long and withered, the nails gleaming scarlet stroke two black tailless cats which crouch on either side of her, their eyes fixed on a square leaden box which rests on a graceful pedestal of marble. The woman's small piercing black eyes are fixed hungrily, gloatingly on the same box. And now she, the scarlet widow known as the most dangerous woman in the world, speaks to sniggers. The cockney who stands at the pedestal, an eager look on his sly ferret like face.

[Scarlet Widow]

Take the kryptonite from its box. Sniggers. I wish to see it and hear it.

[Sniggers]

Lor blimey, widow, how many times have you got to see it? It ain't changed none.

[Scarlet Widow]

I love to see it. More than that, I love to hear the sound it makes. The sound of power.

[Sniggers]

Well, I don't. But everyone to his own taste.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I says.

[Scarlet Widow]

Take it from its box. Set it on the pedestal.

[Sniggers]

Well, I get me gloves on. This stuff burns. He does. No, I don't understand you with it.

[Scarlet Widow]

You'll understand when the money blows in.

[Sniggers]

Oh, it will, eh? I suppose it'll blow in that there window, will it? What I wants to know is, see.

[Scarlet Widow]

How beautifully it glows? Hear the lovely sound it makes. Like beautiful music.

[Sniggers]

Music ain't like no music I ever heard. Now look here with it I risked Me life for this blooming stuff.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Tonight I did.

[Sniggers]

What I wants to know is, what's it worth?

[Scarlet Widow]

Enough for both of us, Snickers.

[Sniggers]

How? Where's it gonna come from?

[Scarlet Widow]

From that piece of kryptonite.

[Sniggers]

But how? How? The stuff ain't more valuable than gold, is it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Much more valuable than gold, Snickers. Because of what it can do to Superman.

[Sniggers]

On account of it can knock him out.

[Scarlet Widow]

Exactly. Put the kryptonite that in its box now. It's disturbing my pets. There, there.

[Sniggers]

I don't get it. I don't understand why this stuff's better than a gold. On account of it can put Superman to sleep.

[Scarlet Widow]

Perhaps it can put him to sleep forever.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

So what?

[Sniggers]

What I want to know is, how's he going to English? Put plans into my pocket.

[Scarlet Widow]

You're a fool. Sniggers don't you know that some of the most brilliant and powerful criminals in the world saw their great plans ruined, went to jail all because of Superman.

[Sniggers]

Oh, sure, I know that. Blokes like the Teufel and the Vulture and Papa Rousan, the one they calls the Laugher. I read about them in a magazine.

[Scarlet Widow]

Exactly. Think what it would mean to such men if Superman were put out of the way forever.

[Sniggers]

I don't see how it mean much to him. They're in jail.

[Scarlet Widow]

You'll see very shortly, Snickers.

[Sniggers]

When?

[Scarlet Widow]

This very morning. Perhaps at any moment, we'll have some visitors. They'll restore the Scarlet Widow to her former glory. They will bring money.

[Sniggers]

Money, eh?

[Scarlet Widow]

A great deal of money. Days of squinting and petty schemes to steal a few thousand are over. I'll be able to have everything again.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Everything.

[Scarlet Widow]

And their money and my brains and influence will give me power such as even I have never had before.

[Sniggers]

At least it's good to me with her. Those are visitors we're expecting.

[Scarlet Widow]

They should be here very soon now.

[Sniggers]

Someone's at the door.

[Scarlet Widow]

Don't be alarmed.

[Sniggers]

SNIGGERS it might be the bobbies.

[Scarlet Widow]

We would have been warned if it were the police.

[Sniggers]

Come, come, come. Where?

[Scarlet Widow]

To admit our visitors, of course. They're the ones I told you about. They're very impatient. But not as impatient as I. Come, Snickers, and prepare yourself for a big surprise.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Her gaunt, bony face lit with eagerness, the Scarlet Widow hurries to the door, followed by sniggers. Who are her mysterious grand visitors? We'll return in a moment to learn more about them. But first, here again is your announcer.

[Dan McCullough]

Say, gang, suppose you're out on a hike sometime and you want to Know about what time it is, whether you ought to be starting back or not. Well, you can tell the hour of the day by the sun if you've got a modern sundial wristwatch. The kind Kellogg's Pep is putting out. Sure. You just lift the pointer on that shiny aluminum dial and aim it due north. Then see where the sun's rays make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial. And that's the hour of the day. Mighty handy, isn't it? Mighty smart looking, too. The dial is about as big around as a regular wristwatch and there's a swell strap to hold it flat to your wrist. Now, here's the easy way you can get your sundial wristwatch. Ask Mother to get a couple of packages of that Super Delicious Whole Wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's Pet. Tear off the two box tops. Be sure you get the ones marked top and send them in, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Let me give you that again. Send two Kellogg's Pet box stops, the ones marked top, and 10 cents in cash and your full name and address to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. And remember, this offer will be on for only a short time, so better hop to it. Have mom get you some pep today so that you can send for your modern sundial wristwatch. Remember the name. It's P E P Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Tree.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the Adventures of Superman. In her ornately furnished penthouse apartment in Metropolis, where sniggers has brought the stolen kryptonite, the woman known as the Scarlet Widow is opening the door to her mysterious visitors. Four men, their coat collars above their chins and their hats pulled low over their eyes, silently enter the apartment. The door closes behind them. One by one, they remove their hats. A faint smile plays about the Scarlet Widow's thin lips as she greets them.

[Scarlet Widow]

Good morning, gentlemen. I'm indeed very happy to see each of you.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Who are the four men assembled in the Scarlet Widow's apartment? The little cockney snigger stares at them in frank amazement as, still silent, they file into the drawing room where the deadly piece of kryptonite rests in its lead box on the marble pedestal. Who are they? And what plan has the Widow in mind? Fellows and girls, Superman has never been in such peril, so don't miss a word of tomorrow's exciting episode. Tune in, same time, same station for the Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound.

[Sniggers]

Look.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellas and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman. Brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station, by the grand old Kellogg Company of Battle Creek. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC Publications. Say, gang, is mom standing guard over the Sugar bowl these days? Well, when she gives you Kellogg's race 40% Bran Flakes for breakfast, you can go easy on her precious supply of sugar. Because those Honey Delicious raisins just naturally add their own sweetening. The toasty Fresh Flakes are crisper too. Yes, sir. Kellogg's happy combination of fruit and cereal is a natural for mighty good eating. Half mom to get you some Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes, remember, made by Kellogg's. And be sure to be with us tomorrow for the thrilling adventures of Superman. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kellogg's Pep, the Super Delicious cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Whoop. Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today there's a big surprise in store as we learn the identity of the four visitors to the Scarlet Widow. We'll take you to her hiding place in a moment. But right now, let's follow Jimmy Olsen as he walks into Clark Kent's office at the Daily Planet.

[Scarlet Widow]

You wanted to see me, Mr. Kent?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, yes, Jim. Come in.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now, what have I done?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Nothing very serious. But do you remember when we were up in the north woods and you broke your watch?

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, yeah, sure.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You couldn't tell the time then, could you?

[Scarlet Widow]

Of course not.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

But you could have told time by the sun if you had a sundial.

[Sniggers]

Oh, sure. But who's gonna carry a big sundial around?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

They're heavy. Wait a minute. Wait a minute. See this, Jim? What is it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Looks like a wristwatch.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It is. A small, compact sundial. Wristwatch, watch.

[Dan McCullough]

See?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Shiny aluminum dial. Smart looking wrist strap.

[Scarlet Widow]

Gee whiz, where'd you get it?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

From the makers of Kellogg's Pep. Pretty swell, isn't it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, It's a knockout. Mr. Kent.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yes? Can.

[Scarlet Widow]

Can I get one?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Certainly, all our listeners can get one just by sending two Kellogg's pet box tops and 10 cents in cash. You can borrow this one. Jim, if you want to, until you get yours.

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, gee whiz. Thanks, Mr. Kent. I gotta go show this to Beanie.

[Sniggers]

Oh, boy.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Dang.

[Dan McCullough]

You can get a real modern sundial wristwatch like the one Clark Kent loan Jimmy Olsen if you hurry. Because Kellogg's Pet is only making this offer for a short while. You can use this smart watch to tell time with the sun at camp or out hiking or for club meetings. And it's easy to get one. You just ask mom to get you a couple of packages of that super delicious Whole Wheat Flake cereal. Kellogg's Pet. Tear off two box stops. Be sure they're the ones marked top and send them in along with your name and address clearly printed and 10 cents in cash to Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. That's Superman, Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. And gang, do it right away. Get your modern sundial wristwatch from P E P BET made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the Adventures of Superman. A fragment of the former planet Krypton on which Superman was born and which by some strange chemical action renders him weak and helpless when he comes within 10ft of it has been stolen from the Metropolis Museum by a henchman of the Scarlet Widow, who is known as the most dangerous woman in the world. While Superman seeks desperately to trace the kryptonite his horde deadliest enemies arrive mysteriously at the Scarlet Widow's ornate penthouse apartment. As we continue now Snickers, the Widow's ferret faced little henchmen gasps in amazement as the four master criminals are about to enter the drawing room. Listen.

[Sniggers]

No. Blimey. It can't be.

[Scarlet Widow]

What can't be? Snickers?

[Sniggers]

These folks right here in our place, I recognize them from their photographs. She's skinnier. Is the Vulture. He's in the death cell of the big house this very minute.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

He is if I am. This is the finest death cell I've ever seen.

[Scarlet Widow]

Thank you, Vulture.

[Sniggers]

And this one here with the thick glasses, he's the one they calls the devil.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah. I am the piper, which means the devil.

[Scarlet Widow]

You hear that?

[Sniggers]

With you. And this one here, what looks like a skill teacher, he's Papa Ro. And that's this great big. And you have a laugher, ain't you?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'm the laughter, all right.

[Sniggers]

I'm dreaming, I am. These blokes is all in jail.

[Scarlet Widow]

If you gentlemen will wait in the drawing room, I'll join you in a moment.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Thank you.

[Scarlet Widow]

Lor blimey, wipe that silly look off your face. And listen to me, Snickers.

[Sniggers]

One dreamy man, then all in jail.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Stupid fool.

[Scarlet Widow]

Will you stop repeating that? They were in jail, but they're here now, thanks to me.

[Sniggers]

You with a. You mean you got him out?

[Scarlet Widow]

Of course I did.

[Sniggers]

But how? How could you?

[Scarlet Widow]

That's my secret. One of my many secrets.

[Sniggers]

I don't understand.

[Scarlet Widow]

Doesn't matter what you understand. We're wasting time. Those four men in there mean money to us. A great deal of money. Niggers, money.

[Sniggers]

Now you're talking with it.

[Scarlet Widow]

But they're dangerous. And when they find out why they're here, well, they might forget the debt they owe me and become impulsive. You understand?

[Sniggers]

Right now.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now there's only one way out of this penthouse. Our private elevator. I want you to make sure that the Turk and Rene are both in it and that nobody leaves this apartment unless I personally give permission. Hurry now and join me in the drawing room.

[Sniggers]

Why? Gay weather. Consider this done.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now for the greatest coup of my career. Sorry to keep you waiting, gentlemen.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Ah, Widow, you're lovelier than ever. What a magnificent gown.

[Scarlet Widow]

Thank you, Vulture.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You're even more beautiful than when I saw you last in Berlin before the war.

[Scarlet Widow]

Still the same flatter I see, Papa Rauch, Vulture.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I speak the truth, do I not? You certainly do. Take this chair, Widow.

[Scarlet Widow]

I prefer to sit on this couch with my cap. Come here, my pretty fish.

[Dan McCullough]

Those are beautiful cats, Widow.

[Scarlet Widow]

Mm. You have much in common with them, Voucher. And you, too, Papa Rauch. You fawn and flatter me, but the moment my back is turned, you unsheath your claws.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

That's telling them, Widow. You're a woman after my own heart. Enough of this by play.

[Sniggers]

The Widow did not risk her skin to bring the four of us here in order to.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

To hear compliments. Am I right?

[Scarlet Widow]

You certainly are, Teuful. I had you brought here to offer you the greatest opportunity of your lives. For a price, of course.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, what is it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, what is it, you vulture? Yesterday at this time, you sat in the death house. Who put you there?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Superman. If not for him, I would have been free and the richest man in the world.

[Scarlet Widow]

Two years ago, you were Germany's number one espionage agent. You were well on your way to destroying all of America's war plants with your tiny model planes. But somebody stopped you. Who was it?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Superman. No one else could stop.

[Scarlet Widow]

You controlled practically every big racket in the United States. You were feared from one end of the country to the other. As the king of America's gangsters, you seemed beyond the reach of the law.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Until Superman horned in. Blast him. I'd still have been the boss of the rackets and rolling in wealth if not for him. I had the organization, the brains, the connections. But Superman was too much for me.

[Scarlet Widow]

Gentlemen, gentlemen, please. I take it we are all agreed, then that Superman was and is the one insurmountable obstacle in your path.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

But Superman still lives. And while he lives, V, clever and.

[Sniggers]

Powerful as we are.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Helpless.

[Sniggers]

Doomed to hide from him like outcast dogs.

[Dan McCullough]

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Trusty toy to hit the bullseye.

[Sniggers]

Why do you laugh?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You know.

[Sniggers]

Is that why you brought us here? To laugh at us?

[Scarlet Widow]

No. I'll tell you why I brought you here to. It was to offer each one of you, for a price the means to conquer Superman.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Conquer Superman? What is this nonsense you speak, Widow?

[Scarlet Widow]

You all know the Scarlet Widow. You should know that she never speaks nonsense. I will show you.

[Sniggers]

What'll it be, Widow?

[Scarlet Widow]

Remove the kryptonite from its box and place it on the pedestal.

[Sniggers]

Water. I just get me gloves on first.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Kryptonite. What is that?

[Scarlet Widow]

Patience, gentlemen.

[Dan McCullough]

What's that? A piece of coal.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Coal is not green Vulture. Cold doesn't make noise either. That strange green glow, like cold light. And the sound, almost as if. As if the object was radioactive. What is this, Widow?

[Scarlet Widow]

That, my friends, is kryptonite. A fragment of the planet Krypton on which Superman was born.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Kryptonite. Kryptonite.

[Scarlet Widow]

When Superman comes within 10 frames feet of this piece of kryptonite he loses all his strength and becomes helpless.

[Sniggers]

I see him. Knock him out myself. I did, with my own eyes.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Ridiculous. I don't believe it.

[Sniggers]

Gentlemen.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Whopper if I ever heard one.

[Scarlet Widow]

Gentlemen, you forget yourselves. It is I, the Scarlet Widow, who assured you that what Snickers has just told you is the truth.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Can you pull this, Widow?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, but let me finish. I propose to cut the kryptonite into four equal pieces and sell them to each of you gentlemen for $1 million each. But for $1 million, each of you may become the master of Superman.

[Sniggers]

Him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

If what you say is true. That's what you say, Widow.

[Dan McCullough]

I'm not doubting your words, See?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

But a million bucks ain't hay. If you can prove what you say, I'll dig up a million quicker than you can wink. Yes. And I. I do not have that much money. But I will secure it. How about you to prove what you say, Widow? And money is no option.

[Sniggers]

Good.

[Scarlet Widow]

I'll prove it.

[Sniggers]

How? You gonna do it with it?

[Scarlet Widow]

Leave it to me. Sniggles. Step over to the desk. Gentlemen, your dreams and mine are about to come true.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What is the Scarlet Widow's scheme? We'll return in a moment to find out. But first, here again is our good friend.

[Dan McCullough]

Hey, gang, I hope you got a pencil handy so that you can jot this down because I want to tell you again how to get your streamlined sundial wristwatch from Kellogg's Pet. First, ask mom to get you a couple of packages of that super delicious Whole wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's Pet. Tear off the two box tops, be sure they're the ones marked top and send them in along with 10 cents in cash and your name is address clearly printed. Send them to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Let me give you that again. You tear off two box tops from packages of Kellogg's Pet. Get the ones marked top, send them in along with 10 cents in cash and your full name and address to Superman. Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Get your modern sundial wristwatch from Pep Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, back to the Adventures of Superman. More than 24 hours have elapsed since the kryptonite was stolen from the Metropolis Museum by Sniggers, the Scarlet Widow's cockney henchman. Unable to trace Sniggers and alarmed by the reported jailbreaks of De Teufel, the Laugher, Papa Rauch and the Vulture Superman, in his guise of Clark Kent is in the office of Captain Donovan, assistant chief of police. This is terrible. Captain Donovan, if any one of those four criminals get hold of the kryptonite, I. Well, I. I don't even want to think of what might happen. Will you forget that silly kryptonite came? Forget it? You don't seem to understand. Until that kryptonite is recovered and destroyed, I'm in danger of my life.

[Dan McCullough]

You're in danger?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, well, I. I mean, Superman, of course. Superman in danger of his life? Are you out of your mind? No, I'm not. If you just listen to me and believe me, I've got a hush that the escapes of Der Teufel, the Laugher, Papa Rausch and the Vulture are tied up with a theft of kryptonite.

[Dan McCullough]

Now, I know you're crazy, but if you.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Look, Kent, I've been patient as long as I could because you and your paper have helped the department in the past. But the four greatest criminals in the.

[Dan McCullough]

Country are broken out of jail.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Heaven knows how, and I can't waste Any more time listening to fairy tales about some. Some old meteor that can finish off Superman? No. Fairy tale, I say. It is. What? Excuse me, that's my phone. Hello, Is Clark Kent there, please? Kent. Just a minute. It's for you. Oh, thanks. Hello? Kent, this is Burroughs at the office.

[Dan McCullough]

Oh, yes, Burroughs.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Look, you're working on the kryptonite story, aren't you? I certainly am. What have you got? Thing happened a couple of hours ago and it's just been brought to my attention. An ad was delivered to our classifying department by a special messenger. It signed the Widow and a hundred dollar bill was attached. She wanted a big 10 inch ad. Who's the Widow? How do I know? But get this. The ad was addressed to Superman. Superman? That's right. Read it to me quickly. Okay. Here it is, Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

If you will appear above the Metropolis.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Bank spire tonight exactly at midnight and look straight east, you will see three winking lights. Red, white and blue. Come to the lights within five seconds and you will be given an opportunity to obtain the kryptonite. Follow directions. No tricks. This is your only chance. The Widow. You got it, Kent? I got it. I don't hear you laughing. I'm not laughing. So long and thanks, Burrows. What's up, Kent? This is it, Captain Donovan. What are you talking about? Let's see, it's almost 11 o' clock. In just a little over an hour, Superman will either be back with the kryptonite or. Or what? Or he'll never be back again. So long, Captain. His face grim, Superman, in his guise of Clark Kent hurries through the busy station house to keep a mysterious appointment with the Scarlet Widow. An appointment which may mean his death. What will happen? Don't miss tomorrow's thrilling episode. Fellows and girls, tune in same time, same station for the Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman BC Publication. Hey, gang, here's how you can have a sweet tooth and still go easy on Mom's precious supply of sugar. Ask her to give you Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes for breakfast. The flakes are crisper, toasty fresh and the honey delicious Raisins add their own natural sweetening. It's hard to beat Kellogg's happy fruit and cereal combination. Tell her you get whole grain nourishment plus valuable iron too. Ask mom for kellogg. Kellogg's raisin 40% bran plates. And be sure to be with us tomorrow for the thrilling adventures of Superman. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kellogg's pet, the Super Delicious cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leak all buildings at a single bound.

[Scarlet Widow]

Look.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. For whom the Scarlet Widow has today set a cunning trap. We'll learn just what it is in a moment. But right now, here's Dan McCullough to tell you all about that wonderful new prize. The sundial wristwatch.

[Dan McCullough]

You know, gang, there are so many ways you can use that sundial wristwatch I've been telling you about. The one Kellogg's Pep is putting out. That. Well, once you get yours, you'll never want to go out without it. You'll use it to tell time to the sun on hikes and at club meetings or right out in the backyard. You'll like the looks of it, too. The dial is real shiny aluminum. About as big around as a regular wristwatch with a smart strap to hold it flat to your wrist. Now, when you lift the pointer on the dial and aim it due north the sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial. And that's the hour of the day. Now, this offer is only for a limited time, so you better ask mom today to get you a couple of packages of that Super Delicious Whole Wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's Pep. So that you can send in for your sundial wristwatch. Now, you just tear off the two Pep box stops. Be sure to get the ones marked top and send them in, along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address plainly printed to Superman. Box157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Remember that address, it's Superman. Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. That's where you send for your sundial wristwatch from Pep Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the Adventures of Superman. By a strange chemical action, a piece of the shattered planet Krypton on which Superman was born robs the man of steel of all his great strength. When he comes within 10ft of it. A woman, a woman called the Scarlet Widow. Arranged to have the kryptonite stolen from the Metropolis Museum and then assembled Superman's four deadliest enemies. The Vulture, Derteuffel, Papperausch and the Laugher. And offered to sell each of them one quarter of the Kryptonite for a million dollars. They demanded that the Widow prove the power of the kryptonite. She agreed. And as we continue now on the moonlit terrace of her penthouse apartment the gaunt, ugly W Widow, her little henchman sniggers. And the four master criminals wait tensely behind them, in the almost darkened drawing room a green glowing, eerily humming fragment of kryptonite rests on a marble pedestal. Listen.

[Sniggers]

What time is it now with 1157?

[Scarlet Widow]

Snickers, in exactly three minutes at midnight, you'll see Superman in the sky to the west above the Metropolis bank spire.

[Dan McCullough]

Suppose he doesn't show up?

[Scarlet Widow]

He will.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Vulture, how can you be so sure? The Daily Planet did not publish the advertisement you sent them?

[Scarlet Widow]

I explained that before, Papa Rauch. The Daily Planet seems to have some sort of contact with Superman. Especially a reporter named Clark Kent.

[Sniggers]

Kent? Easy one. What was in the museum with the bobbies last night when I caught the kryptonite.

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, I'm sure he saw to it that my advertisement came to the attention of Superman. Just two minutes more and we'll know. You've got the red, white and blue flashlights ready, Snickers?

[Sniggers]

Right here. Got the three of them? Right here.

[Scarlet Widow]

As soon as we see him, I give you the word, flash them one at a time. Then, you vulture and toyful, Papa Rauch and Laugher, step back into the drawing room and stand near the kryptonite, where you'll be safe.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Widow, I just thought of something. Superman is clever as well as amazingly powerful.

[Dan McCullough]

If he does appear, how are we.

[Sniggers]

Going to persuade him to come within.

[Dan McCullough]

10Ft of the kryptonite?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Himal, I forgot that. He won't be such a fool.

[Scarlet Widow]

Don't worry, gentlemen. I too thought of that. And I've made the necessary arrangements. And I cut some small fragments from the kryptonite toughener.

[Sniggers]

Cut his teal, it was.

[Scarlet Widow]

We buried them in the flower pots around the room and terrace. The flower pots and plants are green and the fragments are so tiny that the faint green glow they give off won't be noticed.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I hope Superman is the only eyes of an eagle. Two eagles.

[Scarlet Widow]

My instructions said he had to arrive here within five seconds after he saw the signal lights. If he wanted to obtain the kryptonite, he'll see the big piece on the pedestal and us by the time he notices the tiny particles in the flower pot. If he does, it'll be too late.

[Sniggers]

She got her head on her bell.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah, but what it hit? What is that?

[Scarlet Widow]

A church clock striking midnight. Now Watch above the Metropolis bank spire.

[Sniggers]

Straight west. There.

[Scarlet Widow]

In a moment you'll see Superman.

[Sniggers]

Look, there he is.

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, I told you he'd come. All of you get that near the kryptonite. Ready with a flashlight, Snickers. First the red, then the white, then the blue. Hold each one about a second, then.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Repeat as the four criminals rush into the drawing room. As Snickers prepares to signal Superman, the Man of Steel hovers above the tall bank spire, his keen eyes searching the east. I don't see any signal lights. I get. Wait. There's a red light flashing. And a white and a blue from that penthouse carrot. Man and a woman there. Ah, the man. That is the little cockney who stole the kryptonite. It must. Yes, there it is. On a pedestal in the apartment. And those four men near it. I thought so. They're Trifle the Laugher, Papa Roush and the Vulture. Now what? Oh, so that's the little trap they set for me, eh? Tiny particles of kryptonite hidden in those flower pots. They thought I wouldn't see them. Well, I'll just get the police and we. No, no, I can't let them out of my sight. They said they'd only wait five seconds. Uh oh, here they go, back into the house. Now what'll I do? I can't lose the kryptonite again. And I can't risk letting Teufel and those others get away. Those tiny pieces of Kryptonite might not affect me. They don't glow much. And I'll stay away from the big fragment. Oh, taking a long chance. But I've got to. If I feel myself going weak, I'll get away. All right. Here goes then. Down to that terrace. Down. Good evening.

[Sniggers]

Look, there he is.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Superman. Well, this seems just like old home week. I'm not surprised to see you here, Teufel and you others. I suppose you are the one woman who signed that advertisement, madam?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, I'm the Widow. Come in, Superman.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

No thanks. I'll stay here if you don't mind.

[Sniggers]

I afraid we kryptonizing you.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You and I have a score to settle later, my little cockney friend. But we'll get to that. All right, widow and gentlemen, what have you got to say now when you see the kryptonite fragments so cleverly hidden in the flower pots? Don't affect. Don't affect me.

[Scarlet Widow]

It's getting him.

[Dan McCullough]

I've got to get away.

[Sniggers]

Why don't you fly, Mr. Superman?

[Scarlet Widow]

He think it Johnny.

[Sniggers]

Just like it happened last night. Out like a light. He is.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I cannot believe it. Like a dead boy. You were right, Widow. You're wonderful. His heart still beats. Quick, help me pull him to the big piece of kryptonite. We keep him bare until he dies.

[Dan McCullough]

Splendid idea, Purple.

[Sniggers]

Give us a hand.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Laugher.

[Sniggers]

Wait.

[Scarlet Widow]

Stop where you are, all of you.

[Sniggers]

My Widow, we have him now.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

We will finish him forever.

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, and then you won't have to buy the kryptonite. Is that it? Very smart, my friends. But it won't work. If you want to destroy Superman, that's your affair. But you'll each have to pay me a million dollars for a quarter share of the kryptonite first.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You're a clever woman, Widow. Much too clever.

[Scarlet Widow]

Be careful, Vulture. I had you brought from the death house. Just one word from me and you'll go back.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

She's right, Vulture. Let's play it her way. It's worth a million dollars.

[Dan McCullough]

Is Superman out of the way?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The sky is the limit for us. All right, Widow, divide the kryptonite. I'll pay for my share. Oh, rely. All right, I'll pay.

[Scarlet Widow]

Two good sniggers. Get the chickles. Children's drills. Hurry.

[Sniggers]

Right there with you. $4 million. Say tight, Mr. Superman.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Gleefully sniggers, rushes off to bring tools to divide the kryptonite among Superman's deadliest enemies. While the man of Steel sprawls motionless at their feet. We'll return in a moment for the exciting climax of today's episode. But first, here again is your announcer.

[Dan McCullough]

Say, gang, it's not only a good idea for you to have a smart sundial wristwatch, the kind Kellogg's Pep is putting out, but all your friends ought to have one too. Sure, because then you can tell time with the sun and make arrangements to meet. Like I'll see you the football field when the shadow falls on four. Or a club meeting will start when.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The Shadow falls at 3.

[Dan McCullough]

You see, this sundial wristwatch is doggone good looking. There's a shiny aluminum dial about as big around as a regular wristwatch held flat to your wrist by a smart looking strap. When you want to tell the hour, you just lift the pointer on the dial and aim it due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial. And that's the hour of the day. Now, here's a tip. I won't be telling you about this swell sundial wristwatch much longer. So you better send for yours today. First, ask mom to get you a couple of packages of that super delicious whole wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's pet. Tear off the two box stops. Be sure you get the ones marked top and send them along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Crew Creek, Michigan. Let me give you that again. Send two Kellogg's Pep box stops, the ones marked top, 10 cents in cash and your full name and address to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Send for your modern Sundial wristwatch today. Ask mom for P E P Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the adventures of Superman. In the Scarlet Widow penthouse apartment where Superman lies unconscious on the floor. Snickers, working with drills and chisels, has finally succeeded in splitting the kryptonite into four equal parts. Her small bright eyes gleaming, the Widow turns to her unscrupulous guests.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now, gentlemen, about the financial arrangements.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I will take my share of the cripple night.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now, not so fast, Teufel. The terms are cash in hand.

[Sniggers]

I have no cash in hand. What will this do? He's got a gun. He has.

[Scarlet Widow]

Put that gun down, typo.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Take me for a fool.

[Sniggers]

Don't make a move now, any of you, Or I will shoot to kill.

[Scarlet Widow]

You haven't a chance. You cheap double crosser. The only way out of this apartment is by private elevator. My men are guarding it. They'll kill you.

[Sniggers]

Oh, no, my friend.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

While all of you watch the kryptonite being cut. I managed to attach a long nylon.

[Sniggers]

Rope which I bought, brought with me.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

To the terrace railing.

[Sniggers]

I can reach the roof of the building next door by the rope.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And I'm going to lock this door.

[Sniggers]

To the terrace behind me.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

By the time you get to the terrace, I will be out of sight. It's dark enough for my purposes. And I have great purposes in mind.

[Sniggers]

Now, I have a piece of the kryptonite. Thank you very much, my ugly widow. Our video.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Thank you all.

[Lois Lane]

Somebody.

[Sniggers]

It is too thick.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I'll break it.

[Sniggers]

Just let me get my life into that.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Look out.

[Scarlet Widow]

Where is he? Where is he?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I don't see him. There he goes.

[Sniggers]

Across the roof.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Down there.

[Sniggers]

I've got a gun. No, don't shoot.

[Scarlet Widow]

Laugh.

[Sniggers]

I off your nod with he just then off with a million of our money.

[Scarlet Widow]

We can't have the police here, you fool. Superman's here. Now listen, all of you. Leave your kryptonite here and go after titles.

[Sniggers]

Leave the cross.

[Scarlet Widow]

Do as I say. You all have your gangs. Go to them. Tell them they must find a Toyful. Bring him to me. Then you can have your share of the kryptonite. Not before. Now get going, all of you. Unless you prefer to return to jail.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, I'll find Typal. Come on, Vulture.

[Scarlet Widow]

Go on now.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hurry.

[Scarlet Widow]

Get out to the elevator.

[Sniggers]

Oh, come on.

[Scarlet Widow]

Hurry back, Nicholas. We have important matters to attend to. As for you, Superman, I have further plans for you too.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Wild with rage, the Scarlet Widow glares down at the unconscious figure of Superman. What are her plans for the man of Steel? Don't miss tomorrow's exciting episode, fellows and girls. Tune in, same time, same station, and listen. The Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Boys and girls, this is National Religious Education Week. It's a special time set aside by President Truman when we should be thinking about. About Sunday school. So let's all turn out. Let's all go to Sunday school this week and every week for other Thrilling Adventures of Superman. See your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC Publications. Hey, gang, did you know mom can pour your breakfast cereal and your breakfast fruit out of the same package? Yes, sir. A package of Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes crisper Toasty Fresh Flakes teamed up with Fine Honey Delicious Raisins. And she'll like the way you go easy on the sugar because the raisins are just naturally sweet. And she'll like that fine nourishment, whole grain food value plus needed iron. Ask mom for kellogg's. Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes. And be sure to be with us tomorrow for the Thrilling Adventures of Superman. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kellogg's pet, the Super Delicious Cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. Against whom the glowing kryptonite has, at the moment won victory for his bitterest enemy, the Scarlet Widow. What will she do next? We'll know in a moment. But right now, let's join Dan McCullough.

[Dan McCullough]

The number 157 has a special meaning for you. Yes, sir. It's the box number where you send for your modern sundial wristwatch. The one Kellogg's Pep is putting out. And you'll Want to send for your watch this very day because it's a swell way to tell time by the sun when you're hiking or camping or right in the city. Let me tell you what this sundial wristwatch looks like. The dial is made of real shiny aluminum. About as big around as a regular wristwatch. And there's a smart looking strap to hold it flat to your wrist. And now let me try tell you how you get your sundial wristwatch. Just remind mother to get you a couple of packages of that super delicious whole wheat flake cereal. Kellogg's Pet Tear off two box stops. Be sure you get the ones marked top and send them in. Along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed. Send them to Superman, box one five seven, Battle Creek, Michigan.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You got it.

[Dan McCullough]

That's Superman box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. And don't put it off, gang. Send in today. Get your sundial wristwatch from Pep Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the adventures of Superman. As we know, the Scarlet Widow was in possession of a piece of the shattered planet Krypton, which robs Superman of all his strength when he comes within 10ft of it. Assembling Superman's four deadliest enemies. The Vulture, Papa Roush, Der Teufel and the Lapper. The Widow set a trap for Superman by hiding tiny particles of the kryptonite about her apartment. The man of Steel saw the trap, but pitted himself against it in a desperate attempt to capture the kryptonite and the four master criminals. Failing, Superman lost consciousness and the Widow was about to sell each of the conspirators a quarter of the kryptonite when Derteuffel drew a gun and escaped with his share. Enraged, the Widow sent the others in pursuit. The of of Torto. And as we continue now. Her gaunt ugly face contorted in fury, the Scarlet Widow glares down at the unconscious figure of Superman. Listen.

[Sniggers]

Blimey with it. But I get the creeps seeing Superman lying there. We better off it before he wakes out.

[Scarlet Widow]

The particles of kryptonite in the flower pots will keep him unconscious. Snickers. Oh, what a fool I was letting Teufel treat me out of a million dollars.

[Sniggers]

The dirty blighter. We got three anks of the blooming kryptonite left though. And the Vulture and Pepper Rauch of the Laughter will give us a million apiece.

[Scarlet Widow]

For you, that's only 3 million. My price was 4.

[Sniggers]

Now listen to me. With her, take what we can. I Said, and let's get away from here fast before this Superman bloke wakes up.

[Scarlet Widow]

He won't wake up. He'll never wake up.

[Sniggers]

Now. What do you mean by that? Now the blooming kryptonite knocks him out. It does. But he ain't dead. You can see him breathing. He might wake up any minute. You hear that? It's Superman. He's coming too.

[Scarlet Widow]

I warned you.

[Sniggers]

We did. I told you. Shut up, you fool.

[Scarlet Widow]

Get the three big pieces of kryptonite out of the lid box.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hurry.

[Sniggers]

I know. We better skip out.

[Scarlet Widow]

You do as I say. Superman knows us. If he lives, we'll never be safe. Wherever we go. We've got to finish him.

[Sniggers]

Now, how are we going to do that? Or don't like it? We ought to OP it.

[Scarlet Widow]

There's a nice nigga. Hurry.

[Sniggers]

I am with her.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

I remember you with. What are you doing?

[Sniggers]

When they thought what I caught it in the dark, it left what I did.

[Scarlet Widow]

Get out of the way, you cunt. I'll get the kryptonite.

[Sniggers]

Superman. He's got up.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You're too late, Widow.

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, yes, yes. Now the box is open.

[Sniggers]

Good, Widow, good.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

No, you don't. No. Stop it.

[Sniggers]

Look at Widow souling like a drunk again. Stop it. Look, I'd like a blooming Large ears. No. My heart near stop beating when I seen him come for us. Come on with her. We better get out. Not yet.

[Scarlet Widow]

Put the three pieces of kryptonite down here.

[Sniggers]

What for? I tell you?

[Scarlet Widow]

Shut your stupid mouth and do as I say. You almost spoil things for us once. Nothing happen again. Get the kryptonite.

[Sniggers]

Well, I can't understand you with her. This is our chance to get away.

[Scarlet Widow]

I told you before. He'll pursue us wherever we go. We've got to destroy him now, forever.

[Sniggers]

How do you expect to do that?

[Scarlet Widow]

We have put one piece of kryptonite close to his head. The other two next to his body, near his heart. Oh, that ought to finish him.

[Sniggers]

Altered that. Wait there with her. If Superman's dead, the Vulture and Pepper and the Laugher won't buy the kryptonite. Folks.

[Scarlet Widow]

They're not going to know he's dead.

[Sniggers]

You fool.

[Scarlet Widow]

Put the pieces on the floor.

[Sniggers]

They won't, you know. No, you say I won't.

[Scarlet Widow]

They leave that to me. Now.

[Sniggers]

Put your gloves on.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hurry.

[Scarlet Widow]

Right out then place the pieces away. I show you. All right. Put one piece here next to his head. That's it. Now, one piece. Next is hard here. That's fine. The third Piece on the other side of his head. There. That should take care of Mr. Superman.

[Sniggers]

You are a clever one with her. How long do you suppose it'll take?

[Scarlet Widow]

Not too long. Only I had toy for here to deal with at the same time.

[Sniggers]

The telephone. Who's that?

[Scarlet Widow]

I'll answer it. Hello? Yes, Vulture. Did you.

[Sniggers]

The Vulture, did he get in?

[Scarlet Widow]

Crap Snickers.

[Sniggers]

Go on.

[Scarlet Widow]

Vulture, you said? Yes. Yes, he did, eh? Sure, he might have.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Right.

[Sniggers]

Right at once.

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, yes, it perfect.

[Dan McCullough]

Goodbye.

[Scarlet Widow]

Now. Now let's see what's up with Vulture. Says they traced Teufel to a drugstore, but he got away. The druggist treated Teuton's hand for a burn.

[Sniggers]

He must have burned himself with the kryptonite.

[Scarlet Widow]

She burned his hand off. The druggist said he made a phone call too. The vulture thinks Teuton might have called the police and tipped them off as to where Superman is. Whether we be arrested and toible could get away. Give me a hand with it. Cedar chest.

[Sniggers]

Snigger we gotta get Abbott and afford the bobby shows up.

[Scarlet Widow]

Leave Superman while he's still alive. Help me pull this chest over to him.

[Sniggers]

Oh, you daffy. We do. We can't bother with Superman now. Must we?

[Scarlet Widow]

Can't leave him here alive. Don't just stand there, you fool.

[Sniggers]

Help me. No, no, no, no, no. But if the bobby catches us, we get a bit care.

[Scarlet Widow]

Don't catch us, I hope.

[Sniggers]

There, we're clear.

[Scarlet Widow]

That's far enough. Now open the chest.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

All right, move.

[Sniggers]

Slickers.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Move.

[Scarlet Widow]

All right, help me get Superman in there. I'll take him under the shoulders. You take his leg.

[Sniggers]

Oh, I don't like it. I tell you, the bobby's in.

[Scarlet Widow]

Will you forget the bobbies? Come on, let's.

[Sniggers]

Oh, how he's hurry, he is. How are we going to get him out of here? The police will be long any minute.

[Scarlet Widow]

We'll be warned in plenty of time if they come. Chuck and Renee are on the lookout downstairs. There.

[Sniggers]

There.

[Scarlet Widow]

There, that does it. Just double up his leg so his head will be lower.

[Sniggers]

All right.

[Scarlet Widow]

There. The lid of the chest should close. Now we'll. No, wait a minute. Get the chisel and shave a corner off one of the pieces of kryptonite.

[Sniggers]

What for? Will you stop asking questions and do as you're told? Oh, what?

[Scarlet Widow]

So Superman won't be lonesome? Of course.

[Sniggers]

I never seen such a woman as you with it. We're in danger. We all, and you're making jokes.

[Scarlet Widow]

This is far from a joke, Snickers. We're Going to take Superman for a ride.

[Sniggers]

A ride?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, a one way ride. Oh, and to make sure that even he can't come back from it, we're going to send a piece of kryptonite along with him. Now hurry, Snickers.

[Sniggers]

Chop a piece off right now.

[Scarlet Widow]

I'll get Turk up here with the elevator.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hurrying into the foyer, the Scarlet Widow presses the button to summon her private elevator. We'll return in a moment for the startling climax of today's episode. But first, let's stand by for a friendly tip.

[Dan McCullough]

You know, all the gang is so excited with the idea of having a real modern sundial wristwatch that, well, there's a great demand for Kellogg's Pep at the breakfast table. Believe me. Of course, all all the gang likes that super delicious whole wheat flake cereal because it is super delicious. But boys and girls are making a beeline for those Pep box stops so that they can send in for their sundial wristwatch. And is it a honey? A real shiny aluminum dial about as big around as a regular wristwatch held flat to your wrist by a regular strap. You can wear it when you go hiking or to club meetings so that you can tell time of the sun. All you do is to lift the pointer and aim it due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial to show you the hour of the day. Isn't that easy? And it's just as easy to get one of these sundial wristwatches. Here's what you do. Ask mom to get you a couple of packages of Kellogg's Pep. Tear off two box tops. Be sure you get the ones marked top and send them along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. You got that address? It's Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. Now don't put it off because there's a time limit on this offer. Send in your order today for a modern streamlined sundial wristwatch. You get it for only 10 cents and two box tops from Pep Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the Adventures of Superman. Loading the cedar chest containing the unconscious Superman into a station wagon, the scarlet widow sniggers and two brawny henchmen, Turk and Rene drove through the dark streets of Metropolis to a small cove on the sea coast where a motorboat was moored. Now, as a damp, swirling fog shrouds the moon and stars, Turk steers the motorcraft out to sea the middle of the boat sits the widow, her small bright eyes shining. The shivering little sniggers sits beside her. And behind them, rocking with the motion of the boat, is the cedar chest. How far out are we, Turk? About two miles.

[Scarlet Widow]

That ought to be far enough.

[Sniggers]

Stop the boat.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Okay.

[Sniggers]

There's no other police out here.

[Scarlet Widow]

If there are, they can't see us in this fog. Give Turk a hand with a chest. Sniggers Ready, Turk?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Sure this job won't be hard. Who's the guy we're feeding to the fishes?

[Scarlet Widow]

None of your business. Help him.

[Sniggers]

Sniggers Right out. So we ought to put more rocks in the chest with her. That there seal water is like cork. It is.

[Scarlet Widow]

I want to get this job over with. The chest will stay down long enough for our purposes.

[Sniggers]

I sure hope so. I wouldn't like this bloke coming back from the watery grave after me.

[Scarlet Widow]

Don't worry, he won't. Put your ear to the chest. Can you hear the kryptonite?

[Sniggers]

Ay, Hears it. Hums like a blooming eye of bees.

[Scarlet Widow]

He does good. That and the sea will take care of our friend for keeps. All right, boys, heave him over.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Grab hold there, Snigger. It's from a cabin. Easy does it. Just get her up a bit higher.

[Sniggers]

Why did you sav you clumsy ghost letters? I'm a little jittery. I am remembering who's in this box.

[Scarlet Widow]

Never mind that. Get rid of him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Fair enough. That better? Hold it. Okay, let her go.

[Scarlet Widow]

Ah, there he goes.

[Sniggers]

Hello, Mr. S. That's the last of you. It is.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

As the scarlet widow looks on the cedar chest containing the unconscious Superman with a piece of the deadly kryptonite at his side, falls into the fog, swept sea rocks for a moment and then sinks slowly beneath the waves. A moment more as the scarlet widow and sniggers watch eagerly and it is long lost to view in the dark depths. Is Superman gone forever? Have his enemies triumphed at last over the man of steel and the truth and justice for which he fought and lived? Fellows and girls, don't miss tomorrow's dramatic episode. Every moment of it is exciting. Tune in, same time, same station, for the adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Fellas and girls, be sure to follow the adventures of Superman. Brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station, by the grand old Kellogg company of Battle Creek. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC Public. Hey, gang, I'm going to let you in on a way to make mom feel mighty good. Next time she gives you Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes for breakfast, Tell her how much you like this grand combination of fruit and cereal. Tell her those crisper toasty fresh flakes team up swell with the honey delicious raisins. You can even help her save precious sugar because the sun drenched raisins add their own natural sweetening. Mom likes you to get the double feature nutrition in Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes, too. Eat a big bowl full tomorrow and be sure to be with us tomorrow for the thrilling adventures of Superman. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System. Kellogg Pips, the super delicious cereal presents.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The Adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman. Yes, it's Superman. And today, as the kryptonite glows relentlessly beside the unconscious form of the man of Steel, far below the sea, his friends at the Daily Planet are beginning to worry about the man they know as Clark Kent. Will J join them in a moment. But right now, here's Dan McCullough with a very important reminder.

[Dan McCullough]

Gang, today is the very last day I'll be telling you about that exciting sundial wristwatch you can get from Kellogg's Pet. So if you haven't sent in for your watch, better get busy. It's a mighty thrilling timepiece, believe me. A shiny aluminum dial about as big around as a regular wristwatch, held flat to your wrist by a smart looking strap. You can tell time to the sun easy as well. Anything. You just lift the pointer and aim it due north and the sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial and show you the hour of the day. Swell for hikes and games and club meetings, too. Now, here's how to get your sundial wristwatch. Ask mom to get you a couple of packages of that super delicious whole wheat Flake cereal, Kellogg's Pet. Tear off the two box tops, get the ones plainly marked top and send them in along with. Along with 10 cents in cash and your name. Name an address plainly printed to Superman Box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. You got that address, Superman Box 157 Battle Creek, Michigan. Send for your sundial wristwatch today. From Bep Pep, made by Kellogg's of Battle Creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now, the adventures of Superman. To prove to Superman's four deadliest enemies that a fragment of the shattered planet Krypton could make them masters of the man of of steel, the Scarlet Widow set a trap for Superman in her penthouse apartment. In a desperate attempt to recover the kryptonite which robs him of all his strength when he comes within 10ft of it. Superman appeared at the apartment. Although he remained a safe distance from the main fragment of kryptonite, tiny particles planted around the room caused him to lose consciousness. Placing Superman in a large cedar chest together with a small piece of the deadly kryptonite, the Scarlet Widow had the chest taken two miles out to sea and dropped overboard. As we continue now, the following morning, Lois Lane has just entered the office of editor Perry White at the Metropolis Daily Planet.

[Lois Lane]

Listen, chief, this is serious. Clark is missing.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Nonsense. Lois Lane.

[Lois Lane]

Then where is he? He hasn't been seen since the night before last. He hasn't been in his apartment either. Jim and I were there yesterday and again this morning. His bed hasn't even been slept yet.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

So what? Ken's probably outplaying detectives.

[Scarlet Widow]

Detective.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Sure, sure. He's never happy unless he's making like Sherlock Holmes.

[Sniggers]

He must be trying to find that.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Piece of kryptonite, or whatever they call it that was stolen from the Metropolis Museum. Now, stop worrying about him. Kent acts like a screwball pretty often, but he can take care of himself.

[Lois Lane]

But where is he? He's never been gone so long without getting in touch with us.

[Sniggers]

Will you stop asking me where he is? How do I know? Am I his keeper?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

As a matter of fact, that's what he needs. A padded cell and a keeper.

[Lois Lane]

Well, you don't have to bite my head off just because you're worried.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Who's worried?

[Lois Lane]

Are, and you know it. I think we ought to call Inspector Henderson.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Where? You out of your mind? Kend isn't a baby. And besides, Henderson's got his hands full hunting for the vulture and the toel.

[Sniggers]

And papa rouse and the lapper and what's that you're into? Don't you think I know what it is?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Will you? Yes, miss. Back.

[Scarlet Widow]

Dr. Anderson just called, Mr. Y.

[Sniggers]

He did?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, put him on. Put him on. Come on. Come on. What are you waiting for?

[Sniggers]

He isn't on the line.

[Scarlet Widow]

He just sent me a message for you and hung up.

[Sniggers]

He said he was in a hurry.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, well, well, well, well, was the message.

[Scarlet Widow]

He said he hasn't been Able to find any tr.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

No, he hasn't, eh?

[Sniggers]

No, sir.

[Scarlet Widow]

But he said Mr. Tenderson at police headquarters last night with Captain Donovan.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Donovan?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yes, sir. You set your handis to senator Olson and spoker with captain Donovan who was on his way here now.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Olson, Jimmy Olsen.

[Sniggers]

Okay, that's fine, that's fine.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Send him in as soon as he shows up. Yes, sir. You hear that Lois kept us at police headquarters last night and. Yes, I heard.

[Lois Lane]

So you did call inspector Henderson after all.

[Scarlet Widow]

How?

[Lois Lane]

You tell me.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

You want what?

[Lois Lane]

Worried about Claude?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

No, you. Well, I had to talk to Henderson anyhow about those four crooks who broke out of jail. And, well, I just happened to mention Kent. Now, where's Olsen? Headquarters is only five minutes from here. And I suppose he had to stop and get the baseball scores.

[Lois Lane]

I'm sure he didn't.

[Sniggers]

Keith.

[Lois Lane]

Jim is just as worried about Clark as we are. As a matter of fact, I think.

[Sniggers]

Oh, there you are. There you are, Olson. Come in, come in.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hello, Mr. White.

[Scarlet Widow]

Hello, Miss Wayne.

[Lois Lane]

Hello, Jim.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Never mind the greetings. Never mind. Now, just tell us what captain Don told you.

[Scarlet Widow]

Well, how did you know?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Never mind how I know. A little bird told me. An elephant told me.

[Sniggers]

Will you stop wasting time and start talking?

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, sure, if you'll give me a chance. Mr. Kent was at police headquarters last night trying to get captain Donovan to help him look for the kryptonite.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Ah, there, you see, Lois?

[Scarlet Widow]

Donovan told Mr. Ken he was crazy.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And he's right.

[Scarlet Widow]

Especially when Mr. Kent said he was sure the theft of the kryptonite was tied up with the jailbreaks of the teufel, the vulture of papa rouse and the laughter.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Kent said that, huh?

[Scarlet Widow]

Then he got a phone call. Captain Donovan didn't know who it was from, but Mr. Kent hung up. His face was white as a sheet. Donovan said. Then he told Donovan that Superman would either come to police headquarters with the kryptonite in an hour or else he'd probably never be seen again.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What?

[Scarlet Widow]

Yeah, and that's what Mr. Kent said. He went right out. Gosh, I'm worried. Where do you suppose he went? And what did he mean about Superman never being seen again?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

He didn't mean anything. He was just trying to sound important.

[Scarlet Widow]

Mr. Kent's no force washer.

[Lois Lane]

I can't understand it.

[Scarlet Widow]

Good heaven, Lois.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What?

[Lois Lane]

Lois, Clark might have fallen into the vultures traps or detoiful's or the laughers or paparazzi.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

What are you talking about? What trap?

[Lois Lane]

Now, chief Clark had a hand in sending all four of those terrible men to jail. And don't you remember, at their trials, each one swore that he'd get caught.

[Scarlet Widow]

Jeepers, that's right. Golly, Ms. Lane, you think they got Mr. Kent?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

No, there's no reason to think so. Kent was on the trail. The kryptonite.

[Lois Lane]

If they were after him, they knew that. And so they could have set a trap for him using the kryptonite. And maybe even Superman, his base and poor car just walked into it. That would explain his telling Captain Donovan last night that if Superman wasn't there with the kryptonite in an hour he might never be seen again.

[Scarlet Widow]

Yeah, and Superman didn't show up. And neither did Mr. Ken.

[Sniggers]

Jeez, what are we doing?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

The thing to do is not to lose our heads. I'll get in touch with Inspector Henderson.

[Lois Lane]

No, no, no. What we've got to do is the contract. That's Superman.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Superman.

[Sniggers]

Hey, how.

[Scarlet Widow]

Listen, Ms. Lane, Superman can find Mr. Kent. And it would be only fair too, seeing how Mr. Kent got in trouble trying to help him.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, wonderful, wonderful. Just pick up the phone, Ocean, and give Superman a ring.

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, yeah? How are we going to contact him?

[Lois Lane]

Well, once when I needed him, I broadcast from our radio station for Superman and he heard me say. That's right, remember?

[Scarlet Widow]

Then he got there just in time to save it. Yes, remember, chief? I mean, Mr. White.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Oh, I'll never forget it. What are you waiting for, Lois? Maybe it'll work again. Come on, we'll go upstairs to the studio right now and you can try broadcasting for him again.

[Sniggers]

Maybe it'll work.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Hurrying from the city room, Perry White, Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen rush to the radio studio on the roof of the Daily Planet where, at a command from White, a news program is interrupted so that Lois, standing before the microphone can broadcast an appeal for Superman.

[Lois Lane]

Superman calling Superman. Wherever you are, Park Kit is in.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Danger and needs you. He's in danger because he tried to help you.

[Lois Lane]

So please help him now. Superman calling Superman. Please contact the Daily Turner at once.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Again and again, Lois Lane sends her SOS for Superman out over the airwaves little knowing that at this very moment Superman, who is Clark Kent lies unconscious in a large cedar chest weighted with stones and a piece of the green, glowing, eerily humming kryptonite at the bottom of the sea. The powerful tide catches at the chest and rolls it over then drags it along the sandy, pebbly bottom. It turns it again and again and again, as in some grim, ironic game will return in a moment for the dramatic climax. Of today's episode. But first, let's hear from our good friend they.

[Dan McCullough]

Gang, if you let today go by without sending for your sundial wristwatch, the one Kellogg's pep is putting out, well, you'll be missing out on something mighty swell. In the first place. This timepiece is the doggone good looking. You'll want to wear it all day long. The dial's made of shiny aluminum, about as big around as a regular wristwatch. And there's a handy strap to hold it flat to your wrist. You'll use it often to tell time to the sun. All you do is lift the pointer on the dial and aim at due north. The sun's rays will make the shadow of the pointer fall on the dial, and that's the hour of the day. You don't want to be without this sundial wristwatch when you go on hikes or on scouting patrol or when you go to club meetings. Now, this is the very last day I'll be telling you about this wristwatch, so send in for yours today. First, ask mom to get a couple of packages of that super delicious whole heat flake cereal, Kellogg's pet. Tear off the two box stops. Be sure you get the ones marked top and send them along with 10 cents in cash and your name and address clearly printed to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. It's your last chance, so I'll give you that again. Send two Kellogg's pet box stops, the ones marked top, 10 cents in cash and your full name address, to Superman, box 157, Battle Creek, Michigan. It's hurry, hurry, hurry, gang. Send for your modern sundial wristwatch today from p E P Pep, made by kellogg's of battle creek.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And now back to the adventures of Superman. North of metropolis, on the beach before a small rough shack made of old boat planks, A fisherman and his daughter are drying their nets as the powerful surging tide. Tide comes in. In the distance beyond the black rocks, a brewing storm darkens the afternoon sky. The fisherman is bent and weather beaten. His daughter Abigail is about 16, dressed in overalls, her hair free and flowing, her feet bare.

[Scarlet Widow]

Big storm brewing out there, flock.

[Sniggers]

Yep. Ain't gonna have these nets dry before.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

That storm blows the rain in Abby.

[Sniggers]

Well, might as well.

[Scarlet Widow]

All right, Pa, I'll go in and cook supper then.

[Sniggers]

Oh, look out there.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah, look at what?

[Scarlet Widow]

Right out there by the sandbar. Some kind of a box the tide brought in.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah, sure enough. Stuck on the bar, she is.

[Scarlet Widow]

Aw. Let's go get it. Might Be something good in it.

[Sniggers]

What are you talking about, Abby?

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Take a chance in that rip tag kind of something.

[Sniggers]

Worthless old box.

[Scarlet Widow]

I'm not a. Might be something fine in it. Like some nice dresses I could wear, maybe.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah, nonsense.

[Scarlet Widow]

Oh, you can't be sure, Pa. There might be something in it we could use. We could use a lot of things.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

That we can, Abby. A young girl like you should have pretty things.

[Sniggers]

But you ain't gonna find them in that old box.

[Scarlet Widow]

We could drag it in and look.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Ain't worth the risk, I tell you. You know as well as I do.

[Sniggers]

How strong they that riptide is. Ties into that storm building up in the north.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Might hit us before we could get back. Come on now.

[Sniggers]

We'll Glenn get supper.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yeah. What now?

[Scarlet Widow]

I'd be awful obliged if you go out with me and fetch back that box.

[Sniggers]

Hey, you're just like your mother was, Abby.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Looking up at me so trusting like.

[Sniggers]

He ain't thinking to twist me around.

[Dan McCullough]

Her way as a thinking.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Well, Tell you what.

[Sniggers]

The tide ain't all in yet. If so be it, lifts the box off from the bar so she comes.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

In past the worst of the rips.

[Sniggers]

And if the storm ain't blowed up.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Yet when that happens, well, we.

[Sniggers]

We'll go get the box.

[Scarlet Widow]

The tide might not take the box off the bar.

[Sniggers]

Well, you don't get it then.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Nothing lost.

[Sniggers]

Come on, now.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Eat the house. Get the old pie, shepherd. Stop looking back at that buck. Tell you there ain't nothing in it worth having.

[Scarlet Widow]

All right, Pa. Just as you say.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Reluctantly, the young girl follows her father into their shack, neither of them knowing that the fisherman has consigned Superman to the freakish will of the tide and the brewing storm. Yes, Superman is in that chest on the sandbar with him, the deadly kryptonite. What will happen? Is Superman still alive? Will the tide mercifully carry him beyond the sandbar into the reluctant hands of the fishermen? Or will it fail to dislodge the cedar chest and then carry it back into the depths of the fathomless sea? Which will it be? Don't miss Monday's startling episode, fellas, and girls, when we learn the fate of the man of Steel. Tune in. Same tune. Time, same station. And listen to the adventures of Superman. Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings at a single bound. Look up in the sky. It's a bird.

[Sniggers]

It's a plane.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

It's Superman.

[Dan McCullough]

Say, gang, while you're planning all the things you're going to be doing this weekend. Remember, this is a very special week for going to Sunday school. You know, our president thinks this is so important. He set aside this whole week as National Religious Education Week. A week when we should make up our minds to go to Sunday school more often. So how about making this good resolution right now? Resolve to go to Sunday school this week and every week. Fellows and girls, the adventures of Superman are brought to you every day, Monday through Friday, same time, same station, by the grand old Kellogg Company of Battle Creek. And for other thrilling adventures of Superman, see your local newspaper. Superman is also a copyrighted feature appearing in Superman DC Publications. Say gang, here's a happy team that'll run up a winning score at breakfast time. It's Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes, toasty Fresh Flakes and Honey Delicious Raisins. Taste doggone swell. Teamed up together, Mom's precious supply of sugar gets a break too. There's lots of natural sweetening in those sun drenched raisins. And there's double feature nutrition. Whole grain food value plus needed iron. Tell mom the good word is kellogg's. Kellogg's Raisin 40% Bran Flakes. And be sure to be with us Monday for the thrilling Adventures of Superman. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

And.

[Podcast Host]

Our Superman summer is underway. Thanks for joining me for this bonus episode. I'll be back next week with more Superman. And I'll be back on Sunday with the next regular episode of the podcast. In the meantime, you can check out Stars on Suspense, my other old time radio podcast. New episodes of that show are out on Thursdays. If you like what you're hearing, don't be a stranger. You can rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. And if you'd like to lend support to the show, you can visit buymeacoffee.com meansts OTR. I'll be back next week with more of Superman versus the Atom Man. But until then, good night and happy listening. Sam.

[Superman / Clark Kent]

Now here is our star, Vincent Price. Ladies and gentlemen. In a prejudice filled America, no one would be secure in his job, his business, his church or his home. Yet racial and religious antagonisms are exploited daily by quacks and adventurers whose followers make up the irresponsible lunatic fringe of American life. Refuse to listen to or spread rumors against any race or religion. Help to stamp out prejudice in our country. Let's judge our neighbors by the character of their lives alone and not on the basis of their religion or origin.