Charlie Chan: The Second Bullet/Conversation with Ah Sing (EP4744)

Summary

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio: Episode Summary Episode: Charlie Chan: The Second Bullet/Conversation with Ah Sing (EP4744)
Release Date: July 1, 2025
Host: Adam Graham

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Introduction

In this gripping episode of The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio, Adam Graham delves into the intricate mystery surrounding the murder of Ellen Landini. Titled "Charlie Chan: The Second Bullet/Conversation with Ah Sing," this installment weaves together suspense, character dynamics, and insightful detective work characteristic of the Golden Age of Radio.

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Plot Development

The episode commences with an urgent investigation led by Inspector Charlie Chan, focusing on the perplexing murder of Ellen Landini. As the investigation unfolds, significant evidence surfaces, notably a second bullet found on the grounds of Pine View—a potential misleading shot intended to obscure the actual time of Landini's death.

Key Events:

• Discovery of the Second Bullet: At [04:02], Inspector Chan and Sheriff Don Holt uncover a bullet embedded in a tree, suggesting it was fired after the initial murder to mislead investigators.

• The Timeline Conundrum: The revelation that the misleading shot was deliberate complicates the timeline of the murder, making it challenging to pinpoint when Landini was actually killed.

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Key Investigations and Discussions

1. Analysis of the Second Bullet:

• Inspector Chan's Deduction ([04:37]): "Yes, Sheriff, I would almost stake my worthless reputation that this bullet is the bullet fired from Madame Landini's gun."
  Chan posits that the second bullet reinforces the theory that the shot was not made in panic but was a calculated attempt to deceive.

• Leslie Beaton's Observation ([05:10]):
  "But, Mr. Holt, that would mean that whoever did that would have to pass leave three different times. And I didn't see any one person do that."
  Beaton highlights the improbability of a single individual managing such a feat, suggesting multiple actions or a more complex scenario.

2. Interrogation of Dudley Ward and Mr. Romano:

• Suspicion on Mr. Romano ([06:15]-[07:05]):
  Chan casts doubt on Romano's alibi and acting skills, hinting at his potential involvement despite the lack of direct evidence.
  "Mr. Romano, a very good actor. No one, not even your humble servant, who prides himself on the ability to read character, can tell when Mr. Romano is lying." ([06:16])

• Invitation to Pine View ([10:08]-[10:30]):
  The discussion pivots to whether Ward intentionally indicated the presence of Madame Landini to Romano in his invitation, which Romano could have deduced, thereby implicating him further.

3. The Galley Proofs:

• Inspector Chan's Revelation ([14:03]):
  "They look to me like the proofs of a book. They are the galley proofs of Madame Landini's autobiography. They will disclose much more than at present."
  Chan introduces crucial evidence that could potentially reveal hidden aspects of Landini's life and relationships, adding depth to the investigation.

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Character Interactions

1. Sheriff Don Holt and Leslie Beaton:

• Their collaboration showcases the supportive dynamics within the investigation team. Holt's trust in Chan's methods is evident, as he states, "He has the official authority to release Cecile if he wants to." ([17:07])

2. Cecile's Fear and Confessions:

• Cecile's Testimony ([17:16]-[18:19]):
  Cecile expresses her fear and recounts suspicious activities, notably seeing someone (later revealed as Mr. Ryder) moving quietly downstairs, heightening the mystery.
  "I see someone going down back stairs very quietly." ([17:50])

3. Tension Between Dudley Ward and the Investigation:

• Ward's Frustration ([20:41]-[20:56]):
  "A wrongful arrest is a very serious thing. I'm certain that Mr. Chan will agree with me in that."
  Ward's protective stance towards Ah Sing underscores underlying tensions and loyalties that complicate the investigation.

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Conversation with Ah Sing

A pivotal moment in the episode is Inspector Chan's conversation with Ah Sing, which delves into cultural and personal reflections.

Key Highlights:

• Cultural Bonds and Personal Reflections ([22:42]-[25:48]):
  Ah Sing and Leslie Beaton engage in a poignant dialogue about their shared heritage, longing for China, and the inevitability of fate.
  Ah Sing: "How does he know that he will put them on again in the morning? Death comes us." ([24:05])
  Leslie Beaton: "To lie with my fathers." ([24:22])

• Inspector Chan's Insight ([27:16]-[28:15]):
  Chan connects ancient sayings to the present investigation, reflecting on the cyclical nature of fate and human endeavors.
  "In the ancient books it is written. In this, though the dragon live a thousand years, he returns to his den when the end is nigh." ([27:20])

This exchange not only enriches the characters but also symbolically ties the cultural wisdom to the unfolding mystery.

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Host Commentary

Throughout the episode, Adam Graham interjects with insightful analyses and personal theories, enhancing the listener's understanding.

Notable Points:

• Character Motivations: Graham discusses the suspects' behavior, particularly Ryder's interactions with Romano, suggesting underlying tensions and possible alliances.

• Thematic Elements: He highlights the cultural references, such as the proverb related to elections in China, which aids in dating the episode and understanding its historical context.

• Listener Engagement: Graham addresses listener comments, theories, and feedback, fostering a community around the podcast.

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Insights and Conclusions

This episode masterfully intertwines investigative procedure with deep character exploration. The second bullet serves as a critical piece of evidence, challenging the detectives to navigate through deceptive appearances and hidden truths. The conversations reveal personal stakes and cultural dimensions, adding layers to the mystery.

Key Takeaways:

• Complexity of Evidence: The deliberate misleading shot exemplifies how criminal intent can complicate straightforward investigations.

• Cultural Influences: Ah Sing's dialogue offers a window into the immigrant experience and the universal themes of longing and fate.

• Investigative Nuances: Inspector Chan's methodical approach, blending traditional detective work with cultural sensitivity, underscores his prowess as a detective.

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Conclusion

"Charlie Chan: The Second Bullet/Conversation with Ah Sing" stands out as a compelling episode that not only advances the central mystery but also enriches the narrative with cultural and emotional depth. Adam Graham's adept hosting complements the classic detective drama, making it a must-listen for enthusiasts of old-time radio mysteries.

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Transcript

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[Adam Graham]

Welcome to the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio from Boise, Idaho. This is your host, Adam Graham. In a moment, we're going to bring you this week's episode of Charlie Chan. But first, I do want to encourage you, if you're enjoying this podcast, to follow us using your favorite software. Also, as this is the first episode released in the month of July, I want to go ahead and thank our newest Platinum Patreon supporter, and that is Mike. Mike has been one of our patreon supporters since July 2015, 10 years this month. Thanks so much for your support, Mike. Now, from mid-1935 or 1936, here are episodes 29 and 30, the second bullet and a conversation with A. Singh.

[Dudley Ward]

The.

[Announcer]

Most delightfully fascinating character in the realms of mystery. Charlie Chan.

[Adam Graham]

Sam.

[Announcer]

As Charlie Chan's investigation of the murder of Ellen Landini progresses, it becomes more and more apparent that evidence points toward AH Singh, Dudley Ward's aged Chinese servant, Inspector Chan and the sheriff, Don Holt have just found a bullet embedded in a tree in the grounds at Pine View. A bullet which may be the bullet fired after the murder was committed. That shot which was fired to mislead all at Pine View as to when Landini had actually been killed. Inspector Chan, Sam Holt, Don Holt and Leslie Beaton are in the study as Charlie Chan hands the bullet to the sheriff.

[Inspector Chan]

Yes, Sheriff, I would almost stake my worthless reputation that this bullet is the bullet fired from Madame Landini's gun.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Which confirms our belief that Landini's gun was used to fire the misleading shot.

[Leslie Beaton]

Which Unless I miss my guess, makes the fixing of the time that Landini was actually killed all the harder.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Why, dad?

[Leslie Beaton]

Because, son, the murderer could have killed Landini. Then hidden the gun he used, then went back and fired the misleading shot.

[Cecile]

But, Mr. Holt, that would mean that whoever did that would have to pass leave three different times. And I didn't see any one person do that.

[Inspector Chan]

Not necessarily, Ms. Beaton. The murderer could have left the study.

[AH Singh]

After the murder by way of the balcony.

[Inspector Chan]

Murderer could likewise have returned to study by that group to fire misleading shots. In which case you would not have seen him. Yes, but of course, finding of actual bullet fired at time we heard misleading shots is confirmation of what we already had guessed. But it is more than that.

[Leslie Beaton]

Yes, Inspector.

[Inspector Chan]

It is proof that said misleading shot was not fired in panic or in haste. Person firing same was cool and collected. Therefore was satisfied in own mind that he was beyond detection.

[Leslie Beaton]

I agree with Mr. Chan there, and that's a very important point.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Meaning that we can eliminate all the people who were nervous at the time.

[Inspector Chan]

Not altogether, sheriff.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Why, Inspector?

[Inspector Chan]

Mr. Romano, for instance. Nervous, perhaps. But Mr. Romano, a very good actor. No one, not even your humble servant, who pride self on ability to read character, can tell when Mr. Romano is lying. Think of acting Mr. Romano did when he described to a scene in which AH Singh moves stealthily from door to door.

[Leslie Beaton]

Yes, yes, you're right, Mr. Chan. Only an actor would have thought of that little speech. I am not easily impressed, you understand. That was plain downright action.

[Cecile]

Yes, and if Mr. Romano knew before coming to Pineview that he was still Landini's heir.

[Inspector Chan]

But we must be fair. Remember that Mr. Romano had no way of knowing that Madame Landini would be at Pine View. Mr. Ward had notified no one. I was present when he announced it to his guests. All were equally amazed that he should do such a thing. However, we are at crossroads and at crossroads, when one does not know which road one should follow, one is foolish to guess. When signpost is in evidence, we shall exercise our tongues on signposts. Sheriff, will you be as good enough to ask Mr. Ward to come to study?

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Right away, Mr. Clark.

[Inspector Chan]

I had most extraordinary interview with Ah Singh while you were at dinner. I shall explain after we have spoken with Mr. Ward.

[Cecile]

Important, do you think, Mr. Chen?

[AH Singh]

Very important.

[Leslie Beaton]

Perhaps.

[Inspector Chan]

Who knows? If I could but get AH Singh to tell the truth, it might be the key which would unlock for us the door of mystery we now stand without.

[Leslie Beaton]

Yes, just the same, Mr. Chan, I've got the feeling that only an old timer Gets a feeling that we are near the end of the trail.

[Inspector Chan]

You're quite correct, Mr. Holt. I, too, have feelings which answer to that description. Do not worry, Ms. Beaton. Very few days you will be allowed to leave Pine View.

[Cecile]

I'm very glad, Mr. Chan.

[Inspector Chan]

Your voice would hardly convince one of extreme gladness. Perhaps it is that you do not enjoy thought of parting from. Now, Mr. Chant, I was about to say that perhaps you will miss pleasant company of Mr. Holt, Mr. Ward. And others who have made your stay here enjoyable. In spite of double murder.

[Cecile]

Yes, that's true, Mr. Chan.

[Inspector Chan]

And undoubtedly, Ms. Beaton, you have enjoyed society of our young cherub.

[Cecile]

Now you're teasing Mr. Chan.

[Leslie Beaton]

Mr. Chan may be teasing, but I'm an old man blind for many a long day. I gets to know folks feelings ver their voices. I know you like my boy. And I know he here he is now with Dudley Ward.

[Dudley Ward]

Yes, Mr. Chan. Don tells me that you wish to see me.

[Inspector Chan]

One question, Mr. Ward. A very important one. Did you at any time indicate to Mr. Romano when you invited him to Pine View. That you intended inviting Madame Landini?

[Dudley Ward]

I do not think so, Mr. Jamps.

[Inspector Chan]

But we must try to be certain. Assert your memory. Was there anything in your invitation that would indicate to Romano that you might invite madam here?

[Dudley Ward]

Well, as to that, Inspector, I. I really don't know. I don't know how much a man like Romano could read between the lines.

[Inspector Chan]

That is exactly it, Inspector Ward. We know that Romano was aware of fact that he was still heir to Landini estate. Could he have learned that she might be here at Pine View?

[Dudley Ward]

Of course. He could have found out at the tavern. Landini told everyone down there that she was revisiting her old home.

[Inspector Chan]

Ah, thank you so much, Mr. Walt. I wonder, would you be kind enough to ask Mr. Romano, Mr. Ryder, to step into study, please?

[Dudley Ward]

Certainly, child. I'll attend to it at once.

[Inspector Chan]

Interesting point. We will pursue it further. But at moment I must tell all of you of interview with R. Singh. Singh came to study to remonstrate with me about non appearance at dinner. I asked him to hand me glass on desk. He did so. Then cry of amazement escaped him. He had seen 45.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Ireland's 45. The one we took from Cecile?

[AH Singh]

The same.

[Inspector Chan]

He admitted that it was his.

[Leslie Beaton]

Yeah, but, Mr. Chan, we know that it belongs to Ireland.

[Inspector Chan]

Quite so, Mr. Holt. I will not trouble you with the story. Ah. Singh told me as to why he was mistaken. It was a lie. And not a very convincing lie. But this is important. Why Did R. Singh admit gun was his when it obviously was not?

[Cecile]

Don't ask me. I can't tell.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

He couldn't possibly have mistaken that service.45 for Landini's gun.

[Inspector Chan]

No, Mr. Sheriff. But in that statement you have placed finger upon vital flaw in AH Singh's defense.

[Leslie Beaton]

Come in.

[Dudley Ward]

I believe you wanted to see me, Chen.

[Leslie Beaton]

And me too, Mr. Mr. Wall. He said you wish to hold the conference with us.

[Inspector Chan]

Quite so, yes. Be seated, please. I for one prefer to stand. Very well, Mr. Ryder. Mr. Ryder, will you look at.45 on desk? Tell me, have you ever seen a gun like it? You too, Mr. Romano. I've seen lots of.45s like it. You own one?

[Dudley Ward]

Yes, I do.

[Inspector Chan]

Where is it, please?

[Dudley Ward]

Oh, I'm not certain. I suppose it's at home.

[Inspector Chan]

Sheriff, you will instruct police to search Mr. Ryder's home for 45.

[AH Singh]

You bet.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Inspector.

[Dudley Ward]

Of all the infernal impudence.

[Inspector Chan]

Why you. That is all, Mr. Ryder. Unless you have considered more fully the question of that letter, that destroyed letter written by Madame Landini and addressed to you. I've said all I'm going to say about that letter, now or ever. Perhaps, Mr. Ryder, perhaps United States courts have a most effective method of compelling unwilling witnesses to testify. Contempt of court, I believe it's called. But enough. You, Mr. Romano, you have seen similar guns? Oh, no, Inspector Chan, what would I, an opera impresario, know about guns?

[Leslie Beaton]

It is laughable. You cannot be serious.

[Inspector Chan]

I am serious, Mr. Romano. You served in Italian army during war. I believe you fought in the Alps. Did you not possess service pistol? Yes, yes, of course. I forgot. Yes, you forgot serving in the war, Mr. Manor. Ah, no, you do not ask me to believe that the war.

[Leslie Beaton]

No, I do not forget the war. But I forget the revolver. I was never very good a shot, you understand?

[Mr. Ryder]

You don't have to be a good.

[Dudley Ward]

Shot to hit somebody at two feet.

[Leslie Beaton]

What do you mean, Ryder? You try to throw blame on me.

[Mr. Ryder]

Why not?

[Inspector Chan]

You proffered by Landini's death, you lied to Dudley about knowing that Landini had a son.

[Dudley Ward]

You lied about.

[Inspector Chan]

Please, please, gentlemen. This is case of. What is it? Pot calling Kettle Black. You, Mr. Ryder, are not untainted by guilt of lying. Now listen to me, Chad, please. I have been listening. The chameleon does not change his color for amusement. Man does not throw suspicion upon another without cause. I am going to give you till tomorrow morning to think. Now, please, both of you. Look here. You know what this is?

[Leslie Beaton]

I do not.

[Inspector Chan]

They look to me like the proofs of a book. They are the galley proofs of Madame Landini's autobiography. They will disclose much more than at present. I know much concerning madam's various husbands. Possibly you're not interested. But as I said, I shall give you till tomorrow to think. That is all. Good night. Thank you so much.

[Announcer]

So Ryder owns a 45 Romano, served in the war. And the galley proofs of the book, what will they reveal? After you have heard from your sponsor, Inspector Chan will be with us again. Mr. Chan, what do you have for us this evening?

[Inspector Chan]

I note that certain elections are being held in China. In the old days, we had saying.

[AH Singh]

Regarding saying.

[Announcer]

It will be instructive, I'm sure.

[Inspector Chan]

When candidate for office would be voluble about his qualifications, he would be reminded of this saying. Can the mouth of the yellow river be damned? Or the voice of the office seeker silent.

[Announcer]

Very apt, Mr. Chan. Thank you and good night. Charlie Chan is seated in the study awaiting the arrival of Dudley Ward. When Ireland and Cecile stop outside the door to Mr. Ward's room.

[Dudley Ward]

Come in. Oh, yes, Ireland and Cecile too.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Mr. Ward, can't you do something with Mr. Chan? Cecile is scared to death to stay here any longer.

[Dudley Ward]

But Ireland. I have no influence whatsoever for that matter. The sheriff is the one to speak to. He has the official authority to release Cecile if he wants to.

[Cecile]

Oh, Monsieur Ward, I cannot stay here any longer. I cannot sleep. Every time a door closes, I am turned cold with fear.

[Dudley Ward]

I'm sure there's no need for you to be frightened, Cecile.

[Cecile]

No need, monsieur. After two murders, we none knows who is to be the next. And monsieur says no need for be scared.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

You see, Mr. Ward. Well, go ahead and tell him, Cecile.

[Cecile]

I do not like to see this, Monsieur Ward. But my room, it was search. And the night before last, I cannot sleep. I hear footsteps. I think perhaps it is the sheriff. But as I get out of bed and look, I see someone going down back stairs very quietly. You understand?

[Dudley Ward]

Who? Who was it?

[Cecile]

I do not like to say, monsieur.

[Dudley Ward]

This is no time for secrets, Cecile.

[Cecile]

Well, it was Monsieur Ryder.

[Dudley Ward]

Oh, well, I really don't think that means anything, Cecil. I. I'll talk to Mr. Chan and see what I can do.

[Cecile]

Oh, thank you, monsieur.

[Dudley Ward]

And Ireland.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Yes, Mr. Ward?

[Dudley Ward]

I think if I were you, I wouldn't say anything about seeing Mr. Ryder. Persuade your wife that it. Well, it might prolong unnecessarily the investigation.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

I'll persuade her, Mr. Ward. Good night.

[Dudley Ward]

Good night, Ireland.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Oh, hello, Sheriff. Hello, Ireland. Mr. Ward. In his room? Yes.

[Dudley Ward]

Here I am, Sheriff. Anything I can do, Leslie?

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Miss Beaton and I were on our way to the study to talk with Mr. Chan. You know, sort of tying the loose ends together. Thought you might join us and perhaps help to fill in some of the missing links.

[Dudley Ward]

I doubt if I can be of any help, Don, but I'll be glad to come along. You feel, don't, that you've reached the place where you can start, as you say, tying the loose ends together?

[Sheriff Don Holt]

I think so, Mr. Ward.

[Inspector Chan]

Ah, here we are. So glad you could come just now, Mr. Ward.

[AH Singh]

Sit down, please, Miss Beaton.

[Cecile]

Yes, indeed.

[AH Singh]

Over here.

[Inspector Chan]

Thank you. Closed door, please, Sheriff Early. Thank you so much. Mr. Ward. We have reached point in our journey which, much as we wish we could retrace our steps, we cannot. We must go forward.

[Dudley Ward]

You sound Very serious, Mr. Chan.

[AH Singh]

Decidedly so, Mr. Ward.

[Inspector Chan]

A chain of extraordinary circumstances.

[AH Singh]

Placed Miss Beaton's scarf in murdered woman's hands.

[Inspector Chan]

Miss Beaton was in room next to.

[AH Singh]

One in which murder took place.

[Inspector Chan]

In the eyes of the police arrested Miss Beaton is logical mood. We, however, are convinced that Ms. Beaton did not kill Madame Landini.

[Dudley Ward]

Of course, I never believed that she did.

[Cecile]

Thank you, Mr. Ward.

[Inspector Chan]

Tonight, Mr. Ward, I laid little trap.

[AH Singh]

I allowed certain person to overhear conversation.

[Inspector Chan]

In which I explained that I was.

[AH Singh]

Going to search for something outside house.

[Inspector Chan]

Before I went outside, I asked Miss.

[AH Singh]

Beaton to keep her eyes open and report to me.

[Inspector Chan]

Will you be so kind, Miss Beaton, as to explain to Mr. Ward what you saw?

[Cecile]

I. I went to the back of the house and stood on the back stairs. Mr. Chan, Mr. Ireland and Don the sheriff were placing a ladder against a tree. When our thing came down the back passage. He opened the back porch door, watched what was going on, muttering to himself in Chinese. That was all.

[Dudley Ward]

Well, of course, Mr. Chan. Our sign resents very much the investigation. I wouldn't place very much on an incident like that.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Perhaps not, Mr. Ward, but there are other things.

[Dudley Ward]

Yes, Don?

[Sheriff Don Holt]

He was the last person to see Madame Landini alive.

[Dudley Ward]

As far as you know.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

We are sure of it.

[Dudley Ward]

A wrongful arrest is a very serious thing. I'm certain that Mr. Chan will agree with me in that.

[Inspector Chan]

Quite so, Mr. Ward.

[AH Singh]

But failure to arrest person upon whom mantle of suspicion has fallen is equally serious.

[Inspector Chan]

I have sent for AH Singh. When he arrives, I wish to speak with him alone. I shall try to get him to.

[AH Singh]

Tell the truth about certain things.

[Dudley Ward]

Well, I really don't see that I can be of any help to you. I Advise you again, though, to be careful. Remember that if Ah Singh is arrested. I shall provide him with the best lawyers obtainable. Good night.

[Cecile]

That's the first time I've ever seen Mr. Ward angry.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

I think it's perfectly natural. Just the same deadly Wards like Dad. In their eyes, Ah Sing can do no wrong.

[Cecile]

And. And I still don't believe Ah Singh guilty.

[AH Singh]

Well, has it been said that man who deserves real friends.

[Inspector Chan]

Will keep these friends even in the.

[AH Singh]

Face of most damaging testimony?

[Inspector Chan]

There is much truth in what Mr. Ward said.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Yes, Inspector.

[Inspector Chan]

To place Ah Singh in jeopardy upon evidence we have to this time gathered.

[AH Singh]

Is serious business.

[Inspector Chan]

In hands of clever lawyer. What degree of success do you think.

[AH Singh]

We should achieve as witnesses against him?

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Well, when you put it that way, then.

[Cecile]

Then you do not intend to arrest our Singh right away?

[AH Singh]

Not unless forced to do so.

[Inspector Chan]

But I particularly wish to see whether or not Mr. Ward had any additional material to offer. When he realized imminence of arrest.

[AH Singh]

Of his loyal and faithful servant, Ah Singh.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Come in.

[AH Singh]

Ah, come in, Ah Singh.

[Leslie Beaton]

You like a stick of me, Mr. Chan?

[AH Singh]

Yes, Ah Singh.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Come on, Leslie. We'll take a walk.

[Cecile]

Yes, don. Good night, Mr. Chen.

[Inspector Chan]

Good night to both of you.

[Sheriff Don Holt]

Good night.

[AH Singh]

Sit down, Ah Singh.

[Leslie Beaton]

You're right. You're lucky.

[Inspector Chan]

Me?

[Leslie Beaton]

Sit down.

[AH Singh]

Yes, Ah Sing.

[Leslie Beaton]

Ah.

[AH Singh]

I wish to talk with you. You and I, Honorable Sing, are of the same race, the same people. Why then should a thousand hills rise between us when we talk?

[Leslie Beaton]

Oh, they are hills you put there with your white devil ways.

[AH Singh]

I am so sorry. They are imaginary. Let us sweep them away. How many years did you have when you came to this alien land?

[Leslie Beaton]

How many years? Oh, let me see.

[Inspector Chan]

Oh.

[Leslie Beaton]

Ah Singh had 18 years. Now I got 78 then.

[Inspector Chan]

Ah Singh, for 60 years you have.

[AH Singh]

Carried another man's heaven upon your head. And your feet have trod upon another man's earth. Do you not long to return to your China, Ancient One?

[Leslie Beaton]

Someday, perhaps.

[AH Singh]

Yes, perhaps someday. But when a man takes off his slippers tonight. How does he know that he will put them on again in the morning? Death comes us.

[Leslie Beaton]

My bones return.

[AH Singh]

My bones return.

[Leslie Beaton]

To lie with my fathers.

[AH Singh]

Yes, yes, that is indeed much. But to see again the village where you were born. To walk again the same path. To feel under your bare feet the same earth. Where, Ancient One, your bones are to rest. To smell again the ginger. To listen to the chatter of little children. To hear once again the song of the Yellow River.

[Leslie Beaton]

Oh, no can do knock and do so much work in this place.

[AH Singh]

Do not despair. Fate Settles all things, and all things arrive at their appointed time. If one were but to tell me the truth, he might, who knows, live again these 10,000 delights within the shadows of the Great Wall.

[Leslie Beaton]

To tell the truth. Oh, what's the matter? You? You're crazy. I sing all the time. I speak it true. You try make it, fool. Y sing. Ah Shing. Go now. Too much work in this place. Too much work. Me plenty of work do before me go to bed. Good night.

[AH Singh]

Good night. Ah Singh.

[Announcer]

For the first time, Inspector Chan comes close to the heart of old. Ah Singh. One more step along the way might have meant so much. In a moment, after you have heard your sponsor's message, Inspector Chan will be with us again. It Sam. Well, Mr. Chan, what little good night thought from the Chinese have you for us this evening?

[Inspector Chan]

Naturally, Mr. Wilson, my conversation with Ah.

[AH Singh]

Singh is uppermost in my thoughts.

[Announcer]

Yes, Inspector.

[Inspector Chan]

In the ancient books it is written. In this, though the dragon live a.

[AH Singh]

Thousand years, he returns to his den when the end is nigh. So it is with man no matter.

[Inspector Chan]

Where he roam, no matter in what.

[AH Singh]

Delightful clime he lays head.

[Inspector Chan]

When the time come for him to.

[AH Singh]

Take his leave, his thoughts return to the land of his birth. It is well that it is so. For he who has no love for.

[Inspector Chan]

The land of his birth Cannot be.

[AH Singh]

A loyal subject in the land of his adoption.

[Inspector Chan]

SA.

[Adam Graham]

Welcome back. You really start to feel some of the frustration that Inspector Chan has with this case. I mean, in Romano trying to snowball him about not knowing about guns. But it's not just Romano. I think Leslie Beaton has been forthcoming with Chan and is probably the only one in the house who has. Maybe her brother Hugh, but he's been kind of off the radar and doesn't seem to know a whole lot. Everyone else has been playing games. I mean, even Dudley Ward had this whole don't tell Inspector Chan. It might draw out the investigation statement to Cecile. Truth is, the reason that this thing is taking so long is that you have all these people in the house hiding things and playing their own agendas, or rather than telling the truth of what they know. The confrontation between Ryder and Romano was interesting, as it suggests some increasing impatience by the suspects with the investigation as well. It also suggests that Ryder thinks Romano did it or wants Chan to think he thinks Romano did it. Which also suggests whatever he's holding back would probably implicate someone else who Ryder doesn't believe guilty. One thing this episode clarified is that none of the ex husbands other than Ward knew they were going to confront Landini. Which means never mind. On my statement about why Ryder was there a few episodes back I found Chan suggesting that a clever lawyer could defeat their case to kind of overrate what they had on aucing. You could have Hamilton Berger and the public defender from my cousin Vinnie as the opposing counsel and they get it thrown out because you have no really good theory as to why this 78 year old man committed a double murder and no real physical evidence that actually links him to the crime. I will say that at this point I've got two theories as to who committed the crime, although I'll keep that close to my chest as to not spoil it in case and this is probably an off chance I might actually be right, I left the election related proverb in between the episodes in to highlight that particular segment because it does have some interesting implications for the dating of the episode. Some people think this serial started airing in the fall of 1935, which would be very odd to have this sort of reference as the national election in America was still far away. This suggests that this was probably expected to air maybe late summer or early fall, 1936 at the latest. But again, I would just love to have more clarification as to when this series actually aired because we're kind of in the dark about that. Alright, well, listener comments and feedback. Listener writes over on YouTube. Love Charlie Chan Rad Chantv Chan Movie. Thank you. Well, thank you so much. And that pretty much covers it except for Chan Books and Chan Comics. But again, thanks so much. Appreciate your kind comments. And now it is time to thank our Patreon Supporter of the Day. And I want to go ahead and thank Splanator patreon Supporter since June 2024, currently supporting the podcast at the rookie level of $2 or more per month. Thank you so much for your support. And that will do it for today. We will be back in two weeks with our next installment in the Landini murder case as next week we'll feature encores in honor of our recording break. But join us back here tomorrow for Broadway's My Beat, where But there are.

[Mr. Ryder]

Side streets where it's never closed, where trumpets scream and saxes weep in the 50s, for instance, in a little joint called the 34 Club, for instance, where I was, where death was. And this time it was a circular platform raised above the bar with a piano on it and a dead man resting his head on the keys, and all of it defined in the darkness by a spotlight that changed colors and all of it revolving like a big toy slow, round and round. And the man tries to explain to you why it wasn't turned off. It isn't that we were sitting here enjoying the spectacle of it, Mr. Clover. It's just that in cases of murder, I read someplace you're not supposed to touch nothing, but nothing. It was gone around like that. When, before, during, and after the murder. Hey, you got yourself a puzzle. How to figure out from where the shot came from with that platform going round and round and round. Turn it off. I'm glad somebody finally came through with the noise.

[Adam Graham]

I hope you'll be with us there again. In the meantime, send your comments to box Thirteenreatdetectives.net Follow us on Twitter at radiodetectives and check us out on Instagram. Instagram.com greatdetectives from Boise, Idaho, this is your host, Adam Graham, signing off.