Boston Blackie 44-07-28 006 The Devon Caretaker Murder aka-the Caretaker Of Devon Estate

Summary

Boston Blackie 44-07-28 006: The Devon Caretaker Murder (The Caretaker Of Devon Estate) Harold's Old Time Radio • Released June 12, 2025

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Introduction

In this thrilling episode of Boston Blackie, listeners are plunged into a classic mystery set against the backdrop of the opulent Devon Estate. Hosted by Harolds Old Time Radio, the episode showcases the sharp wit and detective acumen of Boston Blackie as he navigates accusations, deceit, and murder in the Golden Age of Radio style.

Main Characters

• Boston Blackie (Chester Morris): A charming and resourceful detective with a knack for unraveling complex cases.
• Inspector Faraday: The persistent and somewhat antagonistic police inspector determined to pin a murder on Blackie.
• Polly Morrison: The current owner of the Devon Estate, a composed and resourceful woman dealing with the aftermath of her caretaker's murder.
• Jerry: The new caretaker of the Devon Estate, whose loyalty is tested as the plot unfolds.
• Parker Adams: The elusive antagonist connected to past crimes and the central figure in the current mystery.

Plot Summary

Accusation and Suspicion [02:17 - 05:45]

The episode kicks off with Boston Blackie arriving at a location where Inspector Faraday confronts him with allegations of murdering Andrew Lawrence, the caretaker of the Devon Estate. Faraday points out suspicious blood stains on Blackie's coat, claiming they match the victim's blood type. Blackie vehemently denies any involvement, leading to a tense exchange:

Inspector Faraday [02:17]: "I want you for the murder of Andrew Lawrence."

Boston Blackie [02:21]: "Now look, Inspector, I don't know any caretakers and I never even heard of the Devon estate."

Blackie's quick thinking and humor create a dynamic interplay with Faraday, adding depth to their adversarial relationship.

Investigation and Unraveling Clues [06:00 - 15:45]

Despite the accusations, Blackie seeks to uncover the truth behind the murder. He contacts Marion Macy, a hatcheck girl who initially plays a dubious role by switching his coat label, thereby planting evidence against him. As Blackie delves deeper, he discovers inconsistencies in the case, notably the involvement of Parker Adams, a figure with a murky past in South America connected to previous unsolved crimes.

Blackie's investigation leads him to the Lincoln Apartments, where he encounters Polly Morrison. Through a series of clever maneuvers and persuasive dialogue, Blackie gains Morrison's trust and uncovers critical information about the Devon Estate's tumultuous history, including:

Polly Morrison [10:12]: "Well, right after I bought this estate, strange things began to happen."

Blackie's ability to piece together these clues highlights his detective prowess and determination to clear his name.

Confrontation and Resolution [16:00 - 28:31]

The tension escalates as Blackie and Inspector Faraday confront each other within the Devon Estate. Blackie's strategic thinking allows him to outmaneuver Faraday, ultimately revealing Parker Adams as the true culprit behind the murders and the chaos at the estate. A climactic showdown ensues, where Blackie's ingenuity leads to Adams' downfall:

Boston Blackie [26:02]: "This must be the one Parker Adams used."

In a final twist, Blackie strategizes to expose Adams' manipulation and secure the evidence needed to solve the case, ensuring justice is served while maintaining his reputation.

Notable Quotes

• Inspector Faraday [04:26]: "Blackie, for a smart guy, you get into more scrapes."

• Boston Blackie [05:00]: "Now really, Inspector, this is quite humiliating. I, I never fancied myself as a gentleman's gentleman."

• Polly Morrison [10:57]: "I put a glass of milk on my night table, and then I went downstairs for a book. When I came back, I drank the milk. Then I got terribly drowsy."

• Boston Blackie [21:54]: "Who's apologies? What are you laughing at?"

• Inspector Faraday [27:10]: "You said enough. You're stalling."

These exchanges not only drive the plot forward but also enrich the characters, providing listeners with memorable moments that capture the essence of the Golden Age of Radio.

Conclusion

The Devon Caretaker Murder episode masterfully blends suspense, wit, and intricate plotting, embodying the charm and intrigue that fans of classic radio dramas cherish. Boston Blackie's relentless pursuit of the truth, coupled with his adversarial yet respectful relationship with Inspector Faraday, creates an engaging narrative that keeps listeners captivated from start to finish. As the case unfolds, the episode highlights themes of deception, justice, and the triumph of intellect over brute force, delivering a timeless story that resonates with audiences new and old.

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For those who haven’t listened to the episode, this summary provides a comprehensive overview of the key points, discussions, and resolutions that define this installment of Boston Blackie’s adventures.

Transcript

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[Polly Morrison]

Check here, please. Check your hats and coat.

[Boston Blackie]

May I have my coat, miss? Here's the check.

[Inspector Faraday]

Thank you.

[Polly Morrison]

Number 503.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, a camel's hair coat.

[Polly Morrison]

Oh, yes, I remember it. Right over here.

[Boston Blackie]

Here you are, sir.

[Inspector Faraday]

Help you on with it?

[Boston Blackie]

No, thanks, I'll carry it. Here you are, miss.

[Polly Morrison]

Thank you, sir. Check here, please. Check your hats and go.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, taxi. Taxi.

[Inspector Faraday]

What's your hurry, Blackie?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, Faraday, my favorite cop.

[Inspector Faraday]

Don't be so happy to see me, Blackie. You're going with me.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, goody. What are we celebrating tonight? Your birthday?

[Inspector Faraday]

No celebration for you, Blackie. I want you for the murder of Andrew Lawrence.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, you do, do you? Who's he?

[Inspector Faraday]

You know, the caretaker of the Devon estate.

[Boston Blackie]

Now look, Inspector, I don't know any caretakers and I never even heard of the Devon estate.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh, yeah, yeah, I know. Blackie, what about those stains on that coat you're carrying there? They look like blood.

[Boston Blackie]

Stains?

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah, stains.

[Boston Blackie]

Hey, wait a minute. This isn't my coat.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, let me See? Well now, what's this on the label? It says here, Boston Blackie.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, that's my label all right. But this isn't my coat.

[Inspector Faraday]

Uh huh. I suppose somebody sewed that label in another coat.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, that's not bad for you, Inspector.

[Chester Morris]

Could be.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, all I know is you're going down to headquarters and the coat is going to the lab. And I hope those stains prove to be blood.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, I hope you don't get your hope.

[Chester Morris]

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[Inspector Faraday]

Blackie, for a smart guy, you get into more scrapes.

[Boston Blackie]

Look, Inspector, can't you think without pacing the floor?

[Inspector Faraday]

I've got a little proposition to make you.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, but how about the blood stains on the coat, Inspector, remember, you wanted me for murder.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well now, just in case those blood stains turn out not to be blood stains.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, you don't need to apologize, Inspector.

[Inspector Faraday]

Who's apologizing? What are you laughing at?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, your shoelaces are untied. Why don't you tie them?

[Inspector Faraday]

Me?

[Boston Blackie]

Yes.

[Inspector Faraday]

Now wait a minute. This is going to be fun.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes.

[Inspector Faraday]

All right, you tie them. Blackie. What?

[Boston Blackie]

Now really, Inspector, this is quite humiliating. I, I never fancied myself as a gentleman's gentleman.

[Inspector Faraday]

Gentlemen, gentlemen, cut out the double talking. Come on, tie my shoelaces. Buggy.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, oh, well, all right.

[Inspector Faraday]

You know, I'm enjoying this Boston Blackie finally on his knees.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, but not begging, Inspector. By the way, don't you ever get your shoes shine?

[Inspector Faraday]

What for?

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, there you are. I hope you realize it's a privilege to be tied by Boston Blackie.

[Inspector Faraday]

Wonderful. Here's a report, Inspector. Okay, let's have it. That'll be all, Matthews. Bye, Inspector.

[Boston Blackie]

Goodbye, Matthews.

[Inspector Faraday]

You ain't going anywhere, Blackie.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, come on, Inspector. What's the verdict?

[Inspector Faraday]

I'll read it to you, Blackie. It says, quote, stains taken from the coat of Boston Blackie. Analyzed?

[Boston Blackie]

Yes.

[Inspector Faraday]

Tests show them to be human blood matching that of Andrew Lawrence, murdered caretaker of Devon estate. Signed, Murphy Police Laboratory. Unquote. Well, that's it, Blackie. I'm locking you up right now. Oh, and I'm not taking any chances on your getting out of here. First, hold out your hands.

[Boston Blackie]

Now, Inspector. Cuffs for me?

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, you've got a very bad memory.

[Inspector Faraday]

Okay. Maybe you can get out of handcuffs. But my gun doesn't miss.

[Boston Blackie]

What a gun. Again, Inspector, Again. Say, look, why don't you try a bow and arrow for a change?

[Inspector Faraday]

All right, let's get going. And just to make sure, I'm going to escort you personally to yourself.

[Boston Blackie]

That'll be nice.

[Inspector Faraday]

All right, down the hall. And don't try anything funny.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, will you sit with me a while and hold my hand?

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh, come on.

[Boston Blackie]

I'm sorry I had to tie your shoelaces together, Faraday. And thanks for the gun. You know, you look very funny. Generally you're only flat on your feet. But now you're flat on your face.

[Inspector Faraday]

Got the answer yet, Frankie?

[Boston Blackie]

Not yet, Shorty.

[Inspector Faraday]

Hello?

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, hello. Savoy Cafe.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yes, this is the manager speaking.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, my name is Jones. My niece works in your check room. I just arrived in town and I'd like to talk to her, please.

[Inspector Faraday]

You mean Marion Macy?

[Boston Blackie]

Yes.

[Chester Morris]

Well, she's not here. I'm sorry.

[Inspector Faraday]

She's gone home. Had a headache, she said. Left here about an hour ago.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, she did?

[Inspector Faraday]

Too bad.

[Boston Blackie]

By the way, could you give me her address?

[Inspector Faraday]

Why, yes. The Lincoln apartment.

[Boston Blackie]

The Lincoln, huh? Well, thank you very much. Goodbye.

[Inspector Faraday]

You know, I still can't figure out, Blackie, why that hatcheck girl would take the label out of your coat and. And then sew it in another one.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, she was probably following orders. That's what we're going to find out.

[Inspector Faraday]

We're going to leave this hideout.

[Boston Blackie]

Pricey. Yes, we're going to the Lincoln Apartments. Here's the apartment, Shorty. That's funny. Probably asleep. But I've got to talk to her.

[Inspector Faraday]

Can you. Can you open that door, boss?

[Boston Blackie]

Are you kidding? I've got it, Shorty. There it is.

[Inspector Faraday]

Come on. I'm getting a creepy feeling, boss, like I always do.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, Shorty, would you relax? Hey, what's this?

[Inspector Faraday]

Holy mackerel. The dame, boss. That feeling of mine was right.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, it's the check room girl, all right. Shorty.

[Inspector Faraday]

She's dead.

[Boston Blackie]

Come on over here and take a look.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh, no, no, no. I'll take your word for it.

[Boston Blackie]

Poor kid. Stabbed to death. Somebody's playing for keep, Shorty. Somebody wanted to make sure I didn't find out who told her to switch coats.

[Inspector Faraday]

If Faraday walks in now, he'll try to pin us on you.

[Boston Blackie]

Sure.

[Inspector Faraday]

Come on, we better get out of here. Come on, boy.

[Boston Blackie]

That's right. There's nothing around here will help us. Shorty.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah?

[Boston Blackie]

That caretaker was murdered out of the Devon estate. So that's where I'm going.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, I beg your pardon, miss. I. I didn't see you. I was.

[Polly Morrison]

You doing here on my grounds?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, this is the Devon estate, isn't it?

[Polly Morrison]

Yes, and you're trespassing.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, I hope that means looking for a job, because that's what I'm doing.

[Polly Morrison]

It doesn't. And even if it did, it wouldn't matter. There's no job open here.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, you know, I'm a pretty handy fella. I can do a lot of things.

[Polly Morrison]

I'm really not interested. There's a policeman on the grounds. If you don't leave immediately, I'll call him and have you thrown off.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, please don't do that. I understood there was a job open here. A caretaker's job. Your caretaker was.

[Polly Morrison]

Was murdered. Yes, he was. Now, please leave. I already have a new caretaker. Jerry.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yes, Miss Morrison.

[Boston Blackie]

Coming, Miss Morrison, huh? Awful pretty name.

[Polly Morrison]

Over here, Jerry. Will you go now, please, mister?

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, I'm sorry, Ms. Morrison. My name is Jones. John J. Jones. I'm a detective. Oh, please don't give me away.

[Chester Morris]

Oh, here I am, Ms. Morrison.

[Polly Morrison]

Oh, I don't need you, Jerry. I just wanted to know you were around.

[Chester Morris]

Okay, ma' am. If you want me, just sing out.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, where did you get him?

[Polly Morrison]

I hired him a little while ago. So you're a detective, Mr. Jones. Have your credentials?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, you see, I never carry them when I'm on a case. Things can happen, you know.

[Polly Morrison]

That's what I'm afraid of.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, Ms. Morrison, please believe me.

[Polly Morrison]

I believe you, but I'll never know why.

[Boston Blackie]

Thanks.

[Polly Morrison]

The house is up this way. What can I tell you that might help you, Mr. Jones?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, for one thing, I'm Puzzled. Now, your name is Morrison and this is the Devon estate.

[Polly Morrison]

Well, I bought it six months ago.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh.

[Polly Morrison]

It was formerly owned by a man named John Devon. When he died, this place was sold for taxes.

[Boston Blackie]

I see. Well, why are you still living here, Ms. Morrison? I mean, aren't you a little frightened after what happened?

[Polly Morrison]

Yes, yes, I am a little. But where could I go? Besides, I'm anxious to know the answer to a lot of things.

[Boston Blackie]

For instance?

[Polly Morrison]

Well, right after I bought this estate, strange things began to happen. One morning the chimney was torn apart. A few days later, I found the cellar ran sacked. Then one night, the whole living room was turned upside down.

[Boston Blackie]

I see. Well, where was your old caretaker during all this?

[Polly Morrison]

He was down the road sleeping in his own cottage.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh.

[Polly Morrison]

But after the living room was ransacked, he slept in the house on a couch. That is, until last night, or rather early this morning when we found him murdered. Here we are. Oh, please come in.

[Boston Blackie]

Thank you. You're pretty calm about all this, Ms. Morrison. It. It must be rather annoying.

[Polly Morrison]

It's more than annoying. My nerves are beginning to jump.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, I'm sure. Anything else you can tell me that might help?

[Polly Morrison]

Well, possibly. I've had two offers to sell recently. The agent who negotiated the sale of this house made me an offer the day before yesterday to buy it back.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh.

[Boston Blackie]

And what's the agent's name?

[Polly Morrison]

Arthur Moran.

[Boston Blackie]

I see. Go on.

[Polly Morrison]

Well, when I refused, he said his client, in any case, would like to buy the gun collection that was here when I took possession.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, are you interested in guns?

[Polly Morrison]

Yes, and it's a wonderful collection. It came with the house.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, it's obvious somebody is looking for something in this house. When he couldn't find it, he wanted to buy the house. When he couldn't do that, he wanted to buy your gun collection.

[Polly Morrison]

And of course he was looking for the gun collection.

[Boston Blackie]

I bet your caretaker surprised him while he was searching for it. How long had the caretaker been here?

[Polly Morrison]

A long time. I sort of inherited him with place.

[Boston Blackie]

I see. You mentioned there was a policeman on the grounds. Where is he?

[Polly Morrison]

He's around somewhere. He's staying with Jerry in the caretaker's cottage.

[Boston Blackie]

Ms. Morrison, could you arrange for the policeman and your new caretaker to sleep downstairs here and for me to take over the cottage for the night?

[Polly Morrison]

Certainly, I can do that.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, fine. And can you reach me in a hurry if you need me?

[Polly Morrison]

Yes, there's an extension phone between here and the caretaker's place.

[Chester Morris]

Good.

[Polly Morrison]

I'll call Jerry and tell him he's sleeping down here tonight.

[Boston Blackie]

Thanks. Oh, Ms. Morrison. What do your best friends call you?

[Polly Morrison]

Polly.

[Boston Blackie]

Good night, Polly. You see, I'm one of your best. Good morning. Hey, what's this? Wait, Jerry. Jerry, I'll have you untied in a minute. Even my Aunt Hattie couldn't talk with that gag on. I better take it off. There. Now, what happened?

[Chester Morris]

I. I don't know. I. I went to sleep last night on the couch here. And during the night, somebody tapped me on the bean. And when I woke up a little while ago, I was. I was tied up and gagged.

[Boston Blackie]

You're not tied up anymore. Now, where's the cop that was with you?

[Chester Morris]

I don't know. Uh.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, there he is, over in the corner. He's tied up, too. Get him loose, Jerry.

[Chester Morris]

Oh, take a look at this place. It's a mess. Everything's turned upside down.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, never mind that.

[Boston Blackie]

I want to find out about Ms. Morrison. Polly. Polly. Polly. Polly, what's happened? Wake up, Polly. Wake up.

[Polly Morrison]

What?

[Chester Morris]

Get up.

[Boston Blackie]

Come on now, up. That's a girl. Come on now. Now walk around the room with me. Put your arm on my shoulder. That's right. Now, tell me what happened.

[Polly Morrison]

Well, I don't know.

[Boston Blackie]

You've been drugged, Polly. Now, come on, try and think.

[Polly Morrison]

I don't know. I'm tired. I want to lie down and look.

[Boston Blackie]

Polly, you've got to keep walking. Come on. We'll go downstairs and then you'll feel better in a minute.

[Inspector Faraday]

Hey. Hey, you.

[Chester Morris]

Upstairs.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes.

[Chester Morris]

What is it, Ms. Morrison okay? Yes.

[Boston Blackie]

How's the policeman?

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh, he's hurt pretty bad.

[Chester Morris]

I'm taking him to the doctor's down the road.

[Boston Blackie]

Okay, Jerry. I'll see you when you get back. Now, Polly, come on, walk. Come on now, down the stairs. That's right.

[Polly Morrison]

I. I'm beginning to remember now.

[Boston Blackie]

Good.

[Polly Morrison]

I put a glass of milk on my night table, and then I went downstairs for a book. When I came back, I drank the milk. Then I got terribly drowsy.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, that explains the drug. But you're getting over it, all right.

[Polly Morrison]

What's happened down here? The whole place is turned inside out.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, I don't know what happened yet.

[Polly Morrison]

I can't stand this any longer. I can't.

[Boston Blackie]

Take it easy, please. Here, sit down for a minute. Come on. There, that's better.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, now, isn't that a pretty picture?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, Inspector Faraday.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yes, Inspector Faraday. So I caught up with you again, eh, Blackie?

[Polly Morrison]

Blackie.

[Inspector Faraday]

Certainly, Ms. Morrison. Boston Blackie. You've heard of him.

[Polly Morrison]

But he Said his name was Jones, that he was a detective.

[Boston Blackie]

I can tell you why, Polly, if you'll only give me a chance.

[Inspector Faraday]

Not a chance, Blackie. I figured you'd come up here after we found the hat. Check. Girl murdered. You've got a killing complex lately, Parody.

[Boston Blackie]

Will you take it easy? I'm really getting close to the murderer.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah, me too. I'm practically standing in front of him. Check. Gun drop on the floor.

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[Inspector Faraday]

Who are you? Let the gun go or I'll let a bullet go. Copper. Come on. That's being smart. Hey, Danny, get Blackie's rod. Step on it. Okay, Eddie. All right. What is all this fuss about? Blackie Hero stuff. You're gonna knock out these two guys and show off for the gal here.

[Boston Blackie]

I'd like to, Faraday. Only a bullet moves faster than I can. Hey, you mugs. I don't mean to be inquisitive, but what's all this about?

[Inspector Faraday]

You'll know soon enough. How about it, Danny? I got blackies a rod in the inspectors. Okay. Put the straight jackets on them, Danny. Yeah. See, I didn't think we'd get the inspector, too. You better go call the boss. Yeah, he said to follow orders to the letter. Where's the phone, lady?

[Polly Morrison]

Well, I.

[Boston Blackie]

You better tell him, Polly.

[Polly Morrison]

Well, it's just outside the door.

[Inspector Faraday]

Thanks, lady. Keep them all under the gun muzzle, Danny. Okay. Watch that blackie especially. Yeah, be right back. Watch that blackie especially. What is the guy, a gunman or a press agent? What a buildup he's giving you, Blackie.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, after all, I haven't established a reputation for nothing. Even you appreciate me sometimes.

[Inspector Faraday]

I talked to the boss. Stick the straitjackets on him. What size straight jacket you take, Blackie?

[Boston Blackie]

I always have my straight jackets made to order.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah, after we get through searching the house, we'll stick their feet in concrete and toss them in the river. Feet and concrete. Now, you wouldn't dare to do that.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, don't worry, Faraday. At least we won't get our feet wet.

[Inspector Faraday]

Very funny, Blackie, very funny.

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[Inspector Faraday]

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[Chester Morris]

So get Rinsoe tomorrow. And now back to Chester Morris as Boston Blackie. Boston Blackie. Polly Morrison and Inspector Faraday have been put in straight jackets by two thugs after Blackie has been accused of the murder of the caretaker of the Devon estate. One of the gunmen is on guard while the other is searching the Devon house.

[Inspector Faraday]

What are you twisting around for, Blackie? Straitjackets were made to hold people.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes. Handy little things, aren't they?

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah, I hear you can get out of ropes and handcuffs and things all. Yeah, well, why don't you try to get out of that canvas coat you're wearing? You're due to get a bath, you know.

[Chester Morris]

All three of you.

[Inspector Faraday]

That's the boss's orders.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, that's charming. By the way, Danny, who is the boss? What's his name?

[Polly Morrison]

Didn't he give you his card?

[Chester Morris]

No.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, I guess he must have forgot, huh? Gee, you look funny down there lying on the floor. You know, if I felt like it, I could step all over you. How'd you like to have your face stepped on, Blackie? Like this?

[Chester Morris]

Hey, let go of my feet.

[Boston Blackie]

You won't step on anybody, Scrooge. This will make sure you stay on the floor till I leave.

[Polly Morrison]

Well, how in the world did you get out of that straight jacket, Blackie?

[Inspector Faraday]

Never mind that. Get us out of. Out of ours.

[Polly Morrison]

How did you get out, Blackie?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, it's simple. I had my pocket knife in my hand and while they were putting this jacket on me, I. Well, I just sliced right through the canvas.

[Inspector Faraday]

Hey, hurry up, Blackie. That other guy will be back in a minute.

[Boston Blackie]

I'll let you out, Inspector, if you'll give me a 10 minute start. After I do.

[Chester Morris]

What for?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, I think I can find the man responsible for the two murders. But I've got to have time to do it now. I want ten minutes, Faraday, come on, what about it?

[Inspector Faraday]

Ten minutes. Okay, you've got it.

[Boston Blackie]

Thanks. Polly.

[Polly Morrison]

Yes, Blackie?

[Boston Blackie]

Tell me, what was the agent's name again? You know, the one who sold you the house and later wanted to buy your gun collection for a client, Arthur Moran. Why, Arthur Moran, huh? Okay. He's due for a phone call. Hello, Mr. Moran?

[Inspector Faraday]

Yes.

[Boston Blackie]

This is John J. Jones. I'm working with the police department and I'd like some information.

[Inspector Faraday]

Yes?

[Boston Blackie]

Who instructed you to try to buy the Devon estate back and who wanted to get the gun collection?

[Inspector Faraday]

A client of mine in South America.

[Boston Blackie]

I see. What's his name?

[Inspector Faraday]

Parker Adams. Why, what's this all about?

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, just checking, Mr. Moran. Who is Adams?

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, he was involved in the scrape here five years ago and went to.

[Chester Morris]

South America to live but why did.

[Boston Blackie]

He want to buy the Devon estate in the gun collection?

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, I haven't the slightest idea. All I know is that he sent a check every week to Mr. Devon from Brazil. I. I believe he owned a coffee plantation or something.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, thank you, Mr. Moran. That's all I wanted to.

[Polly Morrison]

Did.

[Boston Blackie]

Did you get all that dope I wanted, Shorty?

[Inspector Faraday]

Yeah, yeah, sure, boss. It was a cinch. Look, I go into the files at the Daily Globe. And I pulled out this stuff about this Parker Adams. No trouble at all. And say, no wonder this guy Adams had to go to South America. Just put your peepers on this clipping, will you? Yeah.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, yeah, yeah, I see what you mean. Come on, Shorty. We're going up to the Devon Est. Polly. What? Who is this? It's me, Polly, Blackie.

[Inspector Faraday]

I'm over here in the bushes.

[Boston Blackie]

Is the coast clear?

[Polly Morrison]

Well, there. There are two policemen in the house and one outside.

[Boston Blackie]

Okay. Polly, I think I found out something. I know who the murderer is, and I know why he's ransacking you.

[Polly Morrison]

But, Blackie, how did you find that out?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, I checked the newspaper files on a man named Parker Adams. Who asked Moran to buy this house from you and then wanted to buy your gun collection. He's in South America now, but he was a suspect in a murder case five years ago.

[Polly Morrison]

But what has that to do with what's happened at my house?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, you see, this Adams wasn't convicted because the police couldn't prove him guilty. They couldn't find the gun.

[Polly Morrison]

And you think the gun is in my house?

[Boston Blackie]

Yes. And the Devon was blackmailing Adams with it. Polly, I've got to get by those two policemen and get into the house and find that gun.

[Polly Morrison]

But, Blackie, how?

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, let's see. I'll tell you what I'll do. I'll climb that tree by your window and then drop to the first floor roof.

[Polly Morrison]

Yes, I know. But the policeman outside.

[Boston Blackie]

I know. I'll throw a rock in the pool. That'll keep him busy while I get in the house. Where is the gun collection, Polly?

[Polly Morrison]

In the library.

[Inspector Faraday]

Fine.

[Boston Blackie]

I'll meet you there.

[Polly Morrison]

Blackie, be careful.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh, sure.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, here goes.

[Polly Morrison]

Is that you, Blackie?

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, Polly.

[Polly Morrison]

Oh, I'm so glad.

[Boston Blackie]

Where's the library?

[Polly Morrison]

Over here. The gun collection's in this room. Come in, Blackie.

[Boston Blackie]

Good. Now, we've got to work fast. Now, where are they?

[Polly Morrison]

In a box in this desk. I'll show them to you. There's a drawer here, but you'd never find it unless you knew it was there. Here they are. Take a look at them.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, say, this is a fine collection, Polly. All old timers, too. You know, I was pretty sure that one of them was the gun that Parker Adams killed a man with five years ago. But I can see now that I was wrong.

[Polly Morrison]

But you said you knew who the murderer was.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, sure I do. And I know why he did it, but I can't prove it. I'm just a dummy. I'm dummy. Hey, wait a minute. That gives me an idea. Look at this. This isn't a real gun at all.

[Inspector Faraday]

What?

[Boston Blackie]

No, no, it's a dummy. It's hollow. And look what's inside. A Colt 25 pistol. This must be the one Parker Adams used. And we can easily prove that by the serial number on it. Polly. Polly, I think this is our ace in the hole.

[Inspector Faraday]

You don't mind if I pump that ace, do you, Blackie? I'll take that gun, Jerry.

[Boston Blackie]

I'm not surprised, Polly. I had a pretty good idea it was this fellow who was in back of these murders.

[Chester Morris]

No, you did. Eh, Smart guy, huh? How did you know?

[Boston Blackie]

Well, when one of your thugs went to call the boss before he put us in straight jackets, he. He just casually picked up the telephone and didn't bother to dial. There's a direct connection between the house and the caretaker's cottage. And that's where you were, Jerry. You were the boss. You only took this job so you could search for this gun. Nice figuring, pal. Well, as long as compliments are being handed out. That was pretty clever of you to get yourself tied up here this morning. But not clever enough. Why, any good Boy Scout could tell you tied yourself up, Mr. Parker. Adams.

[Inspector Faraday]

Adams?

[Boston Blackie]

Yes. He went down to South America and planted somebody to take his phone calls and pretend to be him. It was simple but effective.

[Chester Morris]

Listen, I've spent a lot of time and money trying to get that gun back, Blackie.

[Boston Blackie]

Yes, and killed two people trying.

[Chester Morris]

And now it's going to be four. And Ms. Morrison, don't keep looking over my shoulder for your cops. My boys have taken care of them. Okay, Blackie, give me the gun.

[Boston Blackie]

Now, just a minute. Let me get this straight. The caretaker recognized you when you were ransacking the house and you had to kill it, right?

[Chester Morris]

Well, and you had to get rid.

[Boston Blackie]

Of the blood stained camel's hair coat you were wearing. And then after you had the hatchet girl switch coats and sew in my own label, you had to kill her to keep her mouth shut.

[Chester Morris]

Oh, she didn't Pick your coat on purpose. It could have been any camel's hair coat.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, well, I know the rest. Devon was blackmailing you because he had this gun. When you found out he died, you tried to buy this house. But Ms. Morrison got it first. So you came to the States and began operations to get the only evidence that could convict you of murder.

[Chester Morris]

Oh, you said enough. You're stalling.

[Inspector Faraday]

Hey, Eddie. Eddie. Yeah, boss? Oh, you got these two, huh?

[Chester Morris]

Get the gun Blackie's got in his hand. Eddie. It's not loaded.

[Inspector Faraday]

Okay, boss. Come on, Blackie.

[Boston Blackie]

Give sure here. Oh, Howie.

[Inspector Faraday]

She's fainting, boss. Catch her.

[Chester Morris]

Hey, stand up. Stop leaning on him, will you? Get off of me, will you?

[Inspector Faraday]

I'll get her, boss.

[Boston Blackie]

Go to sleep, Eddie.

[Chester Morris]

Hey, let go of my hand.

[Polly Morrison]

I'm holding Jerry's gun hand. Blackie. Hurry.

[Boston Blackie]

You can let go now, Ellen. Thanks, Polly. You know, that was mighty nice fainting.

[Polly Morrison]

Thank you, Blackie, but I think I feel a real one coming on.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh, you're wonderful. Do you want to be more wonderful?

[Polly Morrison]

How?

[Boston Blackie]

Call Faraday and tell him what you've heard. That will be enough to clear me?

[Polly Morrison]

Of course I will.

[Inspector Faraday]

Oh.

[Boston Blackie]

Oh.

[Polly Morrison]

What's the matter, Blackie?

[Boston Blackie]

Hold me. Hold me. I think I'm going to faint. Faint?

[Polly Morrison]

A big strong man like you?

[Boston Blackie]

It seems to be the only way I can. Get your arms around me.

[Chester Morris]

Boston Blackie will be back in just a moment with an interesting preview of next week's program. Now, you've heard about the language of music. Ladies, do you know what this means?

[Boston Blackie]

That's right.

[Chester Morris]

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[Inspector Faraday]

Hello.

[Boston Blackie]

Hello. Say, I'm supposed to meet a young lady in your lobby there and I've been delayed. Would. Would you mind having a page, please?

[Inspector Faraday]

Why, sure, sure. What's the young lady's name?

[Boston Blackie]

Her name is Alice Manletter.

[Inspector Faraday]

Ms. Manletter?

[Boston Blackie]

That's right.

[Inspector Faraday]

Why, she left here just a minute ago, she met someone she was expecting and left with him.

[Boston Blackie]

Well, that's impossible. Ms. Manletter didn't know a soul in New York.

[Inspector Faraday]

Well, I wouldn't know about that. But she told me she had an.

[Boston Blackie]

Appointment with a Mr. Boston Blackie, and that's the man she left here with. Well, but that can't be possible.

[Inspector Faraday]

And why not?

[Boston Blackie]

Because I'm Boston Blackie.

[Chester Morris]

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