Mr. and Mrs. North: Accidents on the Ice Rink (EP4614)

Summary

Summary of "Mr. and Mrs. North: Accidents on the Ice Rink (EP4614)"

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio presents an engaging episode of "Mr. and Mrs. North" titled "Accidents on the Ice Rink." This episode, released on January 30, 2025, masterfully weaves a suspenseful mystery set against the backdrop of a beloved neighborhood ice palace. Hosted by Adam Graham, the episode showcases the sharp detective skills of Pam and Jerry North as they unravel a tangled web of deceit, sabotage, and murder.

Setting the Scene

The episode opens with Pam and Jerry North enjoying a leisurely evening of ice skating at their local ice palace. Their playful banter immediately sets a lighthearted tone, contrasting sharply with the impending turmoil.

Pam North [02:44]: "Look out now, Jerry, give me some room."

Their attempt to skate gracefully turns comical as Pam struggles with her figure eights, leading to frequent falls that add both levity and a hint of vulnerability to their characters.

The First Incident: Sabotage on Ice

Trouble brews when another skater, Maggie—a professional at the ice rink—has a suspicious fall. Pam and Jerry quickly realize that Maggie's skate blade has been tampered with.

Pam North [04:00]: "The blade of my skate, it doesn't seem to be broken. It's if it's been filed."

Their suspicion leads them to consider foul play, especially since Pam mentions a series of "accidents" that have plagued her life since working at the ice palace. This pattern of mishaps raises alarms and shifts the narrative from casual skating to a potential criminal investigation.

Discovery of Roy Gallagher's Murder

The plot thickens with the shocking discovery of Roy Gallagher, a wealthy gold miner, dead with a knife in his chest.

Pam North [07:15]: "Pam's dropping on the window. What is it, dear?"

The sudden appearance of Mr. Chadwick, a theatrical agent, introduces a new layer of complexity. His involvement hints at connections that Pam and Jerry must unpack to uncover the truth behind Gallagher's murder.

Escalation: A Second Murder

As tensions rise, another character, presumably Marcella Russo, is violently struck on the head. This escalation from sabotage to murder heightens the stakes and deepens the mystery.

Pam North [12:06]: "He'd struck him on the head."

The immediate danger forces Pam and Jerry to act swiftly, seeking assistance from their friend Bill Wigand and attempting to piece together the fragmented evidence surrounding the incidents.

Investigation and Clues

Throughout the episode, Pam's keen observations and Jerry's methodical approach lead them to key revelations. The discovery of a broken locket in Gallagher's hand becomes a pivotal clue.

Pam North [13:32]: "It is the one who took it. I wonder why."

Their investigation reveals past connections between Mr. Russo and Mr. Gallagher, suggesting motives rooted in financial gain and hidden familial ties. The exploration of these relationships underscores the classic detective trope of hidden motives and secret pasts.

Climax: Confrontation with Arthur Chadwick

The tension culminates in a dramatic confrontation with Mr. Chadwick, who is unmasked as the orchestrator behind the murders. His facade as a theatrical agent collapses, revealing his true intentions to eliminate obstacles in his quest for inheritance.

Joseph [20:03]: "I have a great deal at stake, Mrs. North."

Chadwick's elaborate ruse, complete with staged accidents and fabricated identities, highlights the cunning nature of the antagonist. Pam and Jerry's relentless pursuit of the truth ultimately leads to his downfall, exemplifying their unwavering dedication to justice.

Resolution and Reflection

With Chadwick apprehended, the episode concludes with Pam and Jerry reflecting on the events, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and intuition in solving mysteries.

Pam North [25:07]: "Well, I've been practicing, darling. But I won't be happy until I've mastered a jump turn."

Their light-hearted conclusion serves as a comforting return to normalcy after the intense unraveling of deceit, leaving listeners satisfied with the resolution of the mystery.

Host Commentary by Adam Graham

Adam Graham provides insightful commentary post-episode, highlighting the effectiveness of Pam's attention to detail and the seamless integration of humor amidst suspense.

Adam Graham [25:44]: "A nice little mystery with a lot of suspects, where Pam once again solves the case through the magic power of being the only one who's actually paying attention to what anyone else is saying."

Graham also engages with listeners by discussing casting nuances and inviting audience feedback, fostering a community around the appreciation of classic radio detective dramas.

Conclusion

"Accidents on the Ice Rink" is a quintessential episode of The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio, blending suspense, character-driven storytelling, and sharp dialogue. Pam and Jerry North's dynamic partnership, coupled with Graham's adept narration, delivers a captivating mystery that honors the legacy of old-time radio detective shows. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the genre, this episode offers a compelling listen filled with intrigue, wit, and timeless charm.

Transcript

[Adam Graham]

Welcome to the great detectives of Old Time Radio from Orlando, Florida. This is your host, Adam Graham. In a moment, we're going to bring you this Week's episode of Mr. And Mrs. North. I do want to encourage you if you are enjoying the podcast, to please follow us using your favorite podcast software. And today, I want to let you know about Moly B's Mole B's Gourmet Cookies brings creative, unique cookies straight to your pantry. No cookie shop required. With bold, unforgettable flavors, they're the ultimate treat for any occasion. And I thought with Valentine's Day coming up that this would be a wonderful time to order and get something of a little bit of a different sort of treat. You can enjoy a 10% discount by using my discount code at checkout. When you go to Mollybase.com, that's M, O, L, L, Y, B, z as in zebra.com. and use the code box 13 to get your 10% discount. I thought we had one more 1940s episode, but this was another case of a mislabeled episode in the series, and it turned out that was an episode from 1952, which we're not actually going to play until the penultimate week of playing Mr. And Mrs. North. Today's episode aired January 3, 1950, and the title is Accidents on the Ice Rink.

[Joseph]

Mr. And Mrs. North, starring Alice Frost and Joseph. To most New Yorkers, ice is a frozen liquid usually found in the form of cubes. However, there are still some people who enjoy skating on it. And when Pam and Jerry are in the mood for some winter exercise, they drop in at a neighborhood ice palace and indulge in this magnificent outdoor sport indoors.

[Pam North]

Look out now, Jerry, give me some room.

[Joseph]

Darling, are you still trying to make a figure eight?

[Pam North]

Oh, no, dear. I'm not up to eight yet. I've just reached four.

[Joseph]

No wonder you keep falling down. A four is impossible.

[Pam North]

I don't see why it should be. Just make a straight line like this. Then you cross the other foot over and it's like, oh, maybe I should have made two twos instead.

[Joseph]

4.

[Pam North]

Everybody takes the fall once in a while.

[Joseph]

Not that girl over there. She really knows how to pick your skills.

[Pam North]

Well, I wish you'd stop looking at her figure. Huh? Besides, she's a professional.

[Joseph]

You mean she gives lessons?

[Pam North]

Now, Jerry, if you're thinking of taking lessons from Maggie.

[Joseph]

Well, I really ought to brush up on my skating. Pam, I'm getting off. Hey, watch it. She's coming as well.

[Pam North]

I wish she wouldn't try those stunts around us. The first thing. Oh, my God. See, she fell down.

[Joseph]

That was a bad spill, Pam. She's all shaken up.

[Pam North]

Jerry, where you going?

[Joseph]

Don't get excited, dear. I just want to see if she's all right and. Can I help you, miss?

[Pam North]

Thank you. I'm not sure I can get up. What happened? Are you hurt?

[Joseph]

Hi. There we are.

[Pam North]

No, no, I don't think so. It's just my ankle. Can't go out from underneath.

[Joseph]

It wasn't your ankle, miss. It was your skate. Look, you've broken the blade.

[Pam North]

Well, good thing I wasn't trying a jumper. I might have had an esc. That's my thought. The blade of my skate, it doesn't seem to be broken. It's if it's been filed.

[Joseph]

You're right, it has been filed.

[Pam North]

Why do you suppose anybody would do a thing like that? Unless somebody wanted you to have an accident. Somebody?

[Joseph]

What do you mean?

[Pam North]

This isn't the first time telling my life this has happened. I've had these so called accidents ever since I came to work here. Accident seems to be like something new happened. First it was a short circuit, my dressing work and a gas stove that was left on the equipment room without inflaming. Saturday, send your friend. You ought to complain to the manager. What good would that do? The manager's the one who's responsible for all this.

[Joseph]

Well, if I were you, I'd go to the police and have the manager arrest me.

[Pam North]

Oh, no, I couldn't do that. Why not? Because the manager is my father. Really, Mrs. Northa, I don't know how you're going to speak to my father in front of me. It's going to be awfully embarrassing when you don't have to go in. And Mrs. Rousseau look him in his office alone. Oh, all right. I'll read for you in my dressing room. Good.

[Joseph]

We'll be there in a few minutes. Mr. Rusol? Yes?

[Pam North]

Do the deadly. Mr. And Mrs. North, may we come in?

[Joseph]

All right, come in. Now, what is this? Marcella sent you in. Who? Marcel, My stepdaughter.

[Pam North]

Oh, she's your stepdaughter?

[Joseph]

So? What difference that make? Daughter's stepdaughter is my step, not yours. What you want of me? Well, for Pete's sake, what are you so jumpy about? Mr. Russo, if you have daughter like Marcel, you'll be jumpy too. That girl have changed completely overnight.

[Pam North]

In what way?

[Joseph]

In every way since she come here to work with me. She like Mr. Hyde and Dr. Jaquel. Every night she tried to kill me. First with loose board downstairs, then with chandelier. She tried to gas fix it with a stone. Oh, gee. Tell you about that. She told us you were trying to kill her, Mr. Rousseau. Oh, I can kill her. My sake.

[Pam North]

Just a minute, Mr. Russo. Maybe somebody's trying to kill both of you.

[Joseph]

What? The reason is we have never done somebody wrong. Just the same, it's a distinct.

[Pam North]

What's the manager.

[Joseph]

As I said, Mr. Russo, there's a distinct possibility that someone's out to kill you both. And that someone may call up. Well, Marcella, come right in. You can hear much better inside.

[Pam North]

Oh, I. I wasn't really listening, Mr. North. I. I just wondered if you were still talking.

[Joseph]

Well, come in anyway. Mrs. North and I were just leaving.

[Pam North]

Where are we going?

[Joseph]

We're going down the hall to a public phone, dear. I'd like to speak to Bill Wigand about this. Where's that? Who he is?

[Pam North]

Oh, just a friend of ours, Mr. Russo. We'll be back in a little while.

[Joseph]

You, Doug. Hey, here we go.

[Pam North]

What was that?

[Joseph]

My name straight at your head. I saw the slave flash just before it hit this door.

[Pam North]

Oh, my goodness. He dismissed me by any inch. Are you all right, Mrs. North? I guess so. Only this gives the case an entirely different complexion.

[Joseph]

How do you mean?

[Pam North]

Well, the murderer isn't trying to kill you or your daughter, Mr. Russo. He's trying to kill me.

[Joseph]

Yes, Bill? I'm calling from a public phone booth at the rink. You better not waste any time getting down here. Pam was almost killed. Wait a second, Bill. Pam's dropping on the window. What is it, dear?

[Pam North]

Quick, Gary, tell Bill to come right over and hang up.

[Joseph]

What?

[Pam North]

Somebody just sneaked into Marcella's dressing room. We've got to see who it is.

[Joseph]

Bill, I'll see you when you get here. I've got to run. Now. So on.

[Pam North]

Hurry, Dalek. You might be the man who screwed at my bet.

[Joseph]

Me? I certainly don't want to hurry. Which way is Marcella's desert? There's a man in there, all right. Seems to be searching for something. I didn't find it.

[Pam North]

Maybe setting up another one of those acts.

[Joseph]

Don't worry. You won't get the chance. Looking for something, mister? Who are you? We are Mr. And Mrs. North. Who are you? I am. I'm just a friend of Ms. Russo's.

[Pam North]

Oh, is that why you were searching through her thing?

[Joseph]

If you don't mind, I'd rather not answer any questions at this time. I found what I'm looking for, and I'm leaving now. Stand aside. I will when I. Stand aside, I said.

[Pam North]

Maybe you're better, Jerry. He's got a gun.

[Joseph]

And I knew how to use one before either of you were born. Now sit down here and stay in this room until I'm well out of sight. Go on, sit down. Okay, okay. And stay down. Because if you try to follow me, I'll drop you like a sack of wheels. Quite a talker, that bird.

[Pam North]

I'm glad you didn't try anything foolish, dear. You. He meant every word he said.

[Joseph]

What if he did? We can't just sit here and let him get away with murder. I'm going after him.

[Pam North]

Jerry, see where you are.

[Joseph]

Don't go to pieces, darling. I'm just going to open the door. Did you get your head shot off? Not if you keep your voice down. Just want to see if he's gone.

[Pam North]

Is he?

[Joseph]

No, he's right out here in the hall.

[Pam North]

In the hall?

[Joseph]

Yes. He's lying on the floor with a knife in his chest.

[Pam North]

Touch it, dear. It don't even go near him.

[Joseph]

I'm not touching anything, dear. I just want to see what he's got in his hand.

[Pam North]

What is it?

[Joseph]

Some sort of a locket with a string on it. String seems to be broken.

[Pam North]

Somebody's coming down the hall.

[Joseph]

Quick. Back in the desert so we won't be seen. Must be hurt either. Sounds like a man. Stop to look at the body.

[Pam North]

A port Cabins.

[Joseph]

It can't be. It can't be what? Huh? It's a mess. Where are you? Right over here. Is this man a friend of yours? Why, no. I mean, he's not a friend exactly, but I. I do know him. At least I did. He is dead, isn't he? Yes, I'm afraid he is. Oh, how awful. I won't be able to eat for a week.

[Pam North]

Let's not talk about eating at a time like this.

[Joseph]

You're so right. I never should have mentioned it in the presence of the dead. But my stomach is such a mess, I can't stop thinking about it. I'd be a happy man if I didn't have a stomach. Well, if you don't mind, let's change the subject. Oh, of course, of course. My name is Chadwick. Arthur Chadwick. I'm a theatrical agent. And this gentleman on the floor, do you know his name? Oh, indeed. I didn't realize you hadn't been introduced. May I present Mr. Gallagher? Mr. Roy Gallagher.

[Pam North]

You say that as if we ought to know him.

[Joseph]

Well, you should. He was a very wealthy man. Had scads and scads of money. One or two gold mines, I believe, in Alaska. You weren't meeting him here by any chance? Oh, no. I was surprised to see him here because I want to see him dead. Then what are you doing here? Why, I came to see Ms. Rousseau about an engagement in an ice show. I believe I have a job for her out of town. And you haven't any idea who killed Mr. Gallagher? Oh, heavens, no. I. You don't think I did it, do you? The sight of blood makes me curdle. Oh, dear. I'm going to have to do something about my stomach to begin. Any particular days?

[Pam North]

Well, I don't think you're going, Jerry. What was that, Mr.

[Joseph]

Screaming. If I'm not mistaken, it came from down there at Mr. Russo's office. Oh, no. I couldn't bear another murder tonight. Not now. You won't have to bear it. Just wait till we get back. Mr. Chadwick. Come on, man.

[Pam North]

Do you think it's safe to lead him there with Mr. Garcia?

[Joseph]

If or not, we've got to find out what happened.

[Pam North]

Find out, dear.

[Joseph]

Go ahead. Open the door. Give me a chance, will you? Marcella, what's wrong?

[Pam North]

I'm so glad you're here. Something's happened to my father. Oh, golly. Is he dead?

[Joseph]

No.

[Pam North]

Someone struck him on the head.

[Joseph]

He's uncut. That's a mean bruise.

[Pam North]

Oh, the light. The light. He's coming to another light.

[Joseph]

They keep going high enough in my head. Easy now, Mr. Russo. Who hit you? The floor. I will sit back in chair. And you know what? I am fine. No back. She fall right through.

[Pam North]

And your head hit the floor.

[Joseph]

How could it miss? The floor is all over the ground. Looks like another one of those accidents. This chair has been tampered with.

[Pam North]

Oh, I wish we knew who was doing all this. If we don't find out pretty soon, one of us is going to be killed. One of us has been killed already.

[Joseph]

What'd you say?

[Pam North]

In the hall, Ms. Russo, there's a man lying on the floor with a knife in his chest. And the murderer is still on the loose.

[Joseph]

What murderer?

[Pam North]

Oh, be a de frightening.

[Joseph]

Sorry, Pam. I didn't realize a murder had been committed between now and the time you called. Where's the body? Down the hall, Bill. He was killed right in front of Marcella's dressing room. Oh, what's his name?

[Pam North]

Gallagher. Roy Gallacher.

[Joseph]

A millionaire gold miner? That's right. You know him? No, but it seems to me I've read something about his daughter here Bill.

[Pam North]

The body's right over here.

[Joseph]

Only. What? The man who told us who he was is gone.

[Pam North]

That isn't all that's gone, Jerry.

[Joseph]

What do you mean?

[Pam North]

The locket that was in Mr. Gallagher's hand. That's gone too.

[Joseph]

Easy. Now, Ms. Gallagher, I know it's an ordeal for a girl who identify her father's body. But your mother isn't alive. I had to call you.

[Pam North]

What more do you want of me? How much longer do I have to stay in the office, Lieutenant White?

[Joseph]

Well, she's right, Bill. The poor kid's in no condition to answer any questions.

[Pam North]

Now, we've got to find some clues, Jerry. And Ms. Gallagher's the only one who can help us. Well, help in any way I can, Mrs. North. But I told you everything I know. I've even brought you my father's scrapbook. But I'm sure he didn't have an enemy in the world. Oh, but your father must have had some enemies, Ms. Gallagher. His scrapbook is just filled with pictures of people he knew. Most of those pictures were taken when he was a young man up in Alaska. They're just sourdoughs, grub stakers, fur trappers.

[Joseph]

And you don't know any of them?

[Pam North]

No, I've never been in Alaska. My mother and I lived here until she died. And for a good many years I thought my father was dead too. Until he struck it rich and came back to New York. When was that? About four years ago when I was trying to get a job on stage.

[Joseph]

Oh, yes. There's a clipping about it in the scrapbook. Actress reunited with millionaire father after 20 years separation. See?

[Pam North]

Don't read that now.

[Joseph]

I'm sorry. I didn't realize.

[Pam North]

It's all right. It's just that I can't help thinking about losing him when it was only a curious gift that I found.

[Joseph]

Ms. Gallagher, I don't think there's any need to keep you here any longer tonight. Suppose you come with me and I'll put you in a keg.

[Pam North]

All right. Yet I haven't been much use to suit him.

[Joseph]

On the contrary, Ms. Gallagher, you've been a great help. Poor girl. I can just imagine how she feels.

[Pam North]

I know the way she was dragged down here. And then having to identify this picture in the scrapbook. Doesn't that man's face look familiar to you? Without the beard, I mean. Oh, this man with his arm on Mr. Gallagher's shoulder. Cover up his beard and what have you got?

[Joseph]

Practically nothing. That beard's all over his face.

[Pam North]

Oh, for goodness sake, Jerry. Don't you know who this is? Mr. Russo.

[Joseph]

Marcellus Father? Yes.

[Pam North]

He must have been in Alaska with Mr. Gallagher. Don't you see he's dressed like a fur trapper?

[Joseph]

What are you getting so excited about?

[Pam North]

Because this puts a new light on the case. If Mr. Gallagher and Mr. Russo knew each other, Mr. Russo might have had a reason for killing him.

[Joseph]

What sort of reason?

[Pam North]

Come on, Jerry. That's what we'll have to find out.

[Joseph]

Are you sure this is Mr. Russo's apartment then?

[Pam North]

Well, the elevator man says 5B, and the name's right here on the. Oh, hello, my fella. Is your father home? Yes. What's wrong?

[Joseph]

Who said anything was wrong? We'd just like to speak to him, that's all.

[Pam North]

Well, you can't come in now. My. My father's asleep.

[Joseph]

Who is? Dean. Oh, he's asleep, is he?

[Pam North]

Well, I thought he was. He wasn't feeling well when we came home, so I put him right to bed with his clothes on. What? Well, I can see him standing right there in the living room, and he's fully dressed. Why are you lying to us, Marcella? What's happened? Nothing. I just wish you hadn't come here.

[Joseph]

Why not? Why, Santa? Do not tell me who is. Good evening, Mr. Rousseau. Nay, Mr. North. It's pretty late. Time to call on somebody. No.

[Pam North]

Well, we had a late idea, Mr. Rousseau. Maybe come in.

[Joseph]

No good to come in, huh? Marcel and me have to go out. At this time of night? Where are you going, Marcel? I have new job. A nice shore twist, and we make plan to go there.

[Pam North]

Well, before you go, you'd better tell us how well you knew Mr. Gallagher.

[Joseph]

What do you talk about? I never hear of him. And what's your picture doing in the scrapbook? What picture?

[Pam North]

The one of you in a beard. It was taken in Alaska.

[Joseph]

Now, I know you crazy. I never have beard, and I never be in Alaska. Now, look, Mr. Russo, if you'd rather we call the police and have them ask you these questions. No, no, no. Please do not call the police. Just go away from here and leave us alone. We'd be killed if you don't.

[Pam North]

Killed?

[Joseph]

Not too loud, please. He maybe watch us. He may hear us.

[Pam North]

Mr. Chadwick, the theatrical agent?

[Joseph]

Yes.

[Pam North]

Just left here a few minutes ago. And he threatened to kill us if we talk to anyone about the murder.

[Joseph]

He gave us two hours to get out of town. Let me get my sailor job in California to make sure we leave tonight. Well, you better not leave Chadwick's probably trying to frame you. No, please go away. Let us get ready. We're supposed to meet him in his office in 20 minutes. 20 minutes, huh? Quick, get on the telephone and call Lieutenant W. Tell him to come right up here. Wait a minute. Where will you be going? We're going to keep your appointment with Mr. Chadwick.

[Pam North]

Don't understand. The door was open and all the lights were on. Nobody's in the office.

[Joseph]

Well, maybe Mr. Chadwick stepped out for a minute.

[Pam North]

Either that or he's setting a trap for us.

[Joseph]

How could he know we're here? He's expecting a Russo.

[Pam North]

Well, I don't like it, no matter which way it is.

[Joseph]

Don't be silly, dear. This is a good chance for us to have a look around.

[Pam North]

Jerry, what are you doing looking around?

[Joseph]

Go through those files, Pam. If Ms. Gallagher was an actress, he may have some sort of record of.

[Pam North]

What is it? Did you find something?

[Joseph]

I say, I found something. The locket that was stolen from Mr. Gallagher's hand. Yes.

[Pam North]

It is the one who took it. I wonder why.

[Joseph]

We'll find the answer to that one when? What? Mr. Knowles.

[Pam North]

Oh, Jerry. Here's Mr. Chadwick.

[Joseph]

Mr. Chadwick in a loaded garden. Mrs. North. What are you two doing here? Why, we were waiting for you, Mr. Chadwick.

[Pam North]

Yes, we knew you were a theatrical agent and we came to see you about a job. We do an act in vaudeville.

[Joseph]

Oh, really? And what is the nature of your acts? Nature? Oh, we're acrobats. Is that so? Well, suppose you do a few back.

[Pam North]

Somersaults for me here in this little tiny office.

[Joseph]

Why not move the desk back this Pandora?

[Pam North]

Oh, but we don't do that sort of thing.

[Joseph]

No? What sort of acrobatics do you do? Well, we have a high wire act. I balance a chair on one leg and she sits on my head and spins.

[Pam North]

I'm just a cheesecake, Mr. Chetney.

[Joseph]

And you expect me to believe all this? Of course. Of course. And what are you two doing with that locket in your hand? Why did you open my drawer and fish it out, eh? Well, I. Don't bother to explain, Mr. North. I have an act too, you know. A sharp shooting act. And it goes like this. Hey, what are you doing? Giving this office the proper look. You see, I'm afraid you know too much. I've got to make it look like you were ransacking this place when I shot you.

[Pam North]

Shot? Did you say shot?

[Joseph]

I did. Mrs. North, the law allows a man to protect his property against marauders. And in the darkness. I couldn't see who you were.

[Pam North]

Oh, what darkness?

[Joseph]

Don't Worry about it, Mrs. North. When I turn off the lights, you'll both be dead.

[Pam North]

Mr. Chadwick, you wouldn't dare go through with this.

[Joseph]

Wouldn't I? I have a great deal at stake, Mrs. North. But you don't seem to understand. Be quiet. There's no need to prolong this agony. And the sooner we.

[Pam North]

Arthur, do.

[Joseph]

Oh, you. Hold you. Why did you come here, Ms. Gallagher? So you're the connection we've been looking for. I told you to be quiet. Now keep your mouth shut.

[Pam North]

For heaven's sake, Arthur, put that gun down. Don't you know these people are working with the police?

[Joseph]

I know very well what they're doing. They found the locket that I stole from your father's hand. Your locket, Fay.

[Pam North]

What?

[Joseph]

You were in such a hurry to get away, you forgot the one piece of evidence that would send you to the chair. The locket that your father pulled off your neck when you stabbed him.

[Pam North]

Oh, no, I didn't stab him, Arthur. And I wasn't wearing a locket.

[Joseph]

You weren't wearing it?

[Pam North]

No.

[Joseph]

Then you didn't kill it. And I thought.

[Pam North]

Oh, never mind what you thought. You've got to let these people go.

[Joseph]

That's quite right, Ms. Gallagher. Bill, drop that gun. Mr. Chair the ConRam fire. Yes, sir. All right, Mr. Russo, you can come in with your daughter now. There won't be any fireworks. Well, which I am much obliged. If there is one thing I hate about fire, it needs me work.

[Pam North]

Father, please let someone else do the talking.

[Joseph]

No, Marcella, your father's the one who has to talk. He holds the key to all this. What key? I am just simple fur trapper with big heart and little brain. I don't want anything from anybody.

[Pam North]

Then why did you deny that you knew Mr. Gallagher? Why did you deny being the bearded man in that picture we found in this prattful?

[Joseph]

Because I am simply fur trapper. Mr. Chadwick told me to keep my trap shut. Well, I know Gallagher for a long time. We were good friends. But when I come back from Alaska, I think him die. That is why I am a Daphne's daughter.

[Pam North]

Mr. Gallagher's daughter. Marcella is Mr. Gallagher's daughter?

[Joseph]

That is right. Then who are you? Ms. Gallagher? She's a very bad actress named Fay Revere.

[Pam North]

Arthur, no.

[Joseph]

Well, you are, my dear. I never would have cast you for the part. If you want the right age and general description. General description of What? The daughter Mr. Gallagher was looking for. He Advertised for her in the papers. And I sent Fay to answer the advertisement.

[Pam North]

Must you tell them everything? Well, what difference does it make?

[Joseph]

There. The cat's out of the bag. We can't collect the inheritance now. Oh, I see. You and Ms. Revere had a deal to split Mr. Gallagher's fortune.

[Pam North]

When you found out that Marcella and her father were in town, you tried to kill them both with those phony accidents. That was Arthur's idea. He thought Mr. Gallagher was on Marcella's trail.

[Joseph]

And he was. He went to a dressing room tonight. Then you killed him. Oh, don't be absurd. I haven't misunderstand him. Besides, it's obvious now who did stab him. Oh, the man or woman who had the most to gain by Mr. Gallagher's death. Marcella or Mr. Rousseau. You lying snake. I never ain't my friend. I don't even know he is alive. And you, Marcella, is this your locket?

[Pam North]

Yes. I wasn't wearing it. Mr. Gallagher must have taken it for my church. Then why was the string broken? If Mr. Gallagher didn't rip it from your throat, the string would have been whole. Oh, the string was whole thing it was. When Mr. Gallagher took it from Marcella's dressing room, it was hole. You're the one who broke the string. Are you crazy? No. You must have broken it, or you couldn't have known that it was broken. You see, the locket had no string on it now. And the only time you could have seen it was when you killed him and broke the string to put the blame on Marcella. You can't prove that. Oh, I don't have to. Marcella's neck proves it.

[Joseph]

Why, of course. If that string had been ripped from her neck, it would have left a mark, and there isn't any mark.

[Pam North]

Exactly. You killed Mr. Gallagher because you were afraid he'd discover his real daughter and ruin your chance to inherit his million. With Mr. Gallagher out of the way, you had nothing to fear.

[Joseph]

Nothing but the law. Pam. Come on, Fay. It's getting late.

[Pam North]

I did it, Gary.

[Joseph]

I did it.

[Pam North]

What is a figure eight? Now that my fellow's been giving me lessons, I can practically count up to 100.

[Joseph]

Good for you, darling.

[Pam North]

Now watch this, dear. I'm going to try up here with.

[Joseph]

Ah, careful, Pan. That's not so easy.

[Pam North]

Oh, I can do it. I'm doing it.

[Joseph]

Say, you've come a long way since that first night we were here.

[Pam North]

Well, I've been practicing, darling. But I won't be happy until I've mastered A jump turn.

[Joseph]

How's that go?

[Pam North]

Like this.

[Joseph]

You did it.

[Pam North]

Isn't it wonderful, Jerry? Now I'm going to put on my skates and try it on the ice.

[Joseph]

Mr. And Mrs. North has come to you through the United States Armed Forces Radio Service, the voice of information and education.

[Adam Graham]

Welcome back. A nice little mystery with a lot of suspects, where Pam once again solves the case through the magic power of being the only one who's actually paying attention to what anyone else is saying. We also had a different actor as Lieutenant Wigan, and I'm not certain who it is. The resources I've been able to find on the series lists Staats Cotsworth and Francis DeSales, who played the role during the Richard Denning and Barbara Britton era as the successors to Joseph Curtin and Alice Frost. However, this didn't sound like a typical Staats Cotsworth voice, and I'm not certain who else it might have been, but if you have any ideas, please feel free to let me know. Well, now it is time to thank our Patreon supporter of the day. And I want to go ahead and thank Jennifer. Jennifer's been one of our patreon supporters since November 2019, currently supporting the podcast at the rookie level of $2 or more per month. Thank you so much for your support, Jennifer, and that will do it for today. If you're enjoying the podcast, please follow us using your favorite podcast software. And if you're enjoying the podcast on YouTube, be sure to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and mark the notification bell. All those great things that make YouTube channels grow. We'll be back next Thursday with another episode of Mr. And Mrs. North. But join us back here tomorrow for yours truly, Johnny Dollarware.

[Joseph]

Huh? Oh, come in, Ray. Come in. You come up the drive. I want you to meet the man I've been telling you about, Ray Smithney, this is Johnny Dollar. Hi, Ray. Johnny only. I'm afraid he got here too late, Earl. Oh, what do you mean? Just a few minutes ago, before you got back here in a gully up on the West Meadow, way up where I dumped the trash. You know where I mean? Yes. Remember the bear cave I pointed out to you one day when you went up there with me in the Jeep? You mean that bear got rolled off? No, but that's where I found him.

[Adam Graham]

Rolling off.

[Joseph]

Dead, Earl. Dead. A bullet hole in the back of his head.

[Adam Graham]

I hope you'll be with us then. In the meantime, send your comments to Box13GreatDetectives.net follow 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.