The Casebook of Gregory Hood: The Forgetful Murderer (Encore) (EP4865e)

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The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Episode: The Casebook of Gregory Hood – The Forgetful Murderer (Encore) (EP4865e)

Host: Adam Graham
Original Air Date Shared: December 14, 2025

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Episode Overview

In this encore presentation, Adam Graham introduces a classic episode of The Casebook of Gregory Hood, titled "The Forgetful Murderer." The show dives into a suspenseful murder mystery featuring a string of night watchman killings in San Francisco. As Gregory Hood and his friend Sanderson "Sandy" Taylor become embroiled in the case, they untangle a puzzle of bizarre clues and psychological intrigue. The episode stands out for its psychological depth and dramatic twist, offering listeners both a nostalgic old-time radio experience and a truly perplexing mystery.

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Key Discussion Points & Plot Breakdown

1. Opening Banter and Setup

• Location & Characters Introduced (04:00)
  • Gregory Hood and Sandy Taylor are having drinks at the Top of the Mark Hopkins Hotel, enjoying their playful debate over whether the plural of "mongoose" is "mongooses" or "monge."
  • Quickly, the mood shifts as they leave Hood’s new store and stumble upon a crime scene outside a jewelry shop.

2. The Crime Unfolds & Initial Investigation

• Discovery of a String of Murders (05:30)

  • Hood and Taylor learn a night watchman has been killed in a jewelry store heist.
  • The police have little to go on, but an odd piece of metal is discovered at the scene.

• Introduction of "Coffee" (Toffee) (08:59)

  • Hood finds a mysterious woman waiting in his car, calling herself Coffee (nicknamed Toffee). This cryptic encounter foreshadows her deeper involvement.

3. Pattern of the Killer & The Clues

• Police Frustration and Clues (10:30–15:30)

  • Lieutenant Silver presents the case details: the killer strikes stores, robs them, and murders night watchmen—always leaving a memento behind.
    • Clues left behind: a handkerchief with "C" initial, a stethoscope earpiece, and a peculiar metal skewer.
  • Hood receives the skewer-like object for analysis.

• Notable Quote:

  • Lieutenant Silver [13:20]: “Three of them now and we haven’t got a decent lead.”
  • Gregory Hood [14:12]: “Your average thief doesn’t kill unless he has to. Sounds like a twisted kind of mind at work.”

4. Hood’s Romantic & Investigative Entanglements

• Dining with Coffee/Toffee (16:00)

  • Hood and Toffee share an intimate evening. In a playful and suspenseful exchange, she suggests the metal clue is a pipe-cleaning tool—providing critical insight.

• Notable Moment (17:32):

  • Toffee: “It’s a thing for cleaning pipes.”
  • Gregory Hood: “You may have helped to solve a murder.”

5. Breakthrough Investigation & Personal Stakes

• Refinement of Suspect Profile (18:10)

  • The object is confirmed as a pipe tool, made from surgical materials with nicotine traces. The suspect is now described as a doctor with initials "C.P." or "P.C." who also smokes a pipe.

• Murder Strikes Home (20:00)

  • Gregory’s own store is hit and Gino Carducci, his night watchman, is murdered—raising the emotional stakes.

6. The Psychological Puzzle Deepens

• Literary Clue & Book Editor (21:10–22:40)

  • At the scene, pages from a book about a doctor are found. Gregory realizes they’re unbound review sheets, only sent to book critics. He contacts Joseph Henry Jackson, who reveals a reviewer with the initials "C.P."—Dr. Christopher Partington.

• The Confrontation (24:10)

  • Hood, Taylor, and Silver visit Dr. Partington’s residence. The door is open. They encounter Toffee there.

7. The Realization & Species of Madness

• The Twist Revealed (26:40–28:41)

  • Hood pieces together that Toffee’s real name is Christopher Partington—she is, in fact, Dr. C.P., a woman who smokes a pipe and has a split personality.
  • Toffee’s alternate identity, Cassie Peters, is the murderer. In a chilling confession, she reveals her attempts to betray her own other self by leaving clues.

• Notable Dramatic Exchange:

  • Toffee/Cassie Peters [28:10]: "Here in me—inside of me. We use the same body. I hate her. I did so want you to catch her, Gregory."
  • Gregory Hood [28:25]: "It’s all right, Coffee, dear. I’ve caught her."

8. Resolution & Aftermath

• Epilogue and Moral Quandary (29:20–30:06)

  • The case is closed with Toffee (Dr. Partington/Cassie Peters) committed to a state institution due to insanity—a modern Jekyll-and-Hyde tragedy.
  • Hood and Bartel reflect on the case’s sadness and complexity.

• Memorable Closing Quote:

  • Harry Bartel [29:54]: “Five innocent men… murdered in cold blood. And yet you can’t hold that girl morally responsible. She never went to prison court.”
  • Gregory Hood [30:01]: “She was obviously an insane schizophrenic. A 1946 Jekyll and Hyde.”

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 05:30 | Sergeant Barton | “Doesn’t take you long to smell out a murder, Mr. Hood.” | | 13:20 | Lieutenant Silver | “Three of them now and we haven’t got a decent lead.” | | 17:32 | Toffee (Coffee) | “It’s a thing for cleaning pipes.” | | 26:43 | Gregory Hood | “You are Dr. Christopher Partington. Aren’t coffee? Not a common name for a girl…” | | 28:10 | Toffee/Cassie Peters | “Here in me—inside of me. We use the same body. I hate her. I did so want you to catch her, Gregory.” | | 28:41 | Gregory Hood | “Don’t worry, Coffee. We won’t let Cassie Peters kill people. Not anymore. Ever.” | | 29:54 | Harry Bartel | “And yet you can’t hold that girl morally responsible. She never went to prison court.”| | 30:01 | Gregory Hood | “She was obviously an insane schizophrenic. A 1946 Jekyll and Hyde.” |

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Adam Graham’s Host Commentary

• Bittersweet Ending (32:35):

  • Adam notes the "bittersweet" feel, expressing both admiration for the story’s complexity and discomfort with the abrupt shift to sponsor messages.
  • He observes that Toffee’s suspiciously convenient appearance points to her eventual unmasking.

• Listener Engagement:

  • Reads comments from listeners who express appreciation for the show.
  • Reminds newer listeners about the vast podcast archives and how to stay current with news or support campaigns via the Facebook community.

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Important Timestamps

• Intro and Sponsor Ads: [00:00–02:05]
• Show Segment Begins: [04:00]
• Crime Scene & Initial Clues: [05:30–10:30]
• Toffee’s Pipe Cleaner Insight: [16:00–18:00]
• Gino Carducci’s Murder: [20:00]
• Critical Breakthrough (Book Reviewer): [21:10–22:40]
• Toffee/Cassie Reveal: [26:40–28:41]
• Wrap-Up Discussion: [29:20–30:06]
• Adam’s Host Commentary: [32:35]

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Tone & Style

• Atmospheric: The episode leans into film noir with sharp dialogue, witty repartee, and evocative San Francisco settings.
• Psychological & Poignant: There’s a surprising psychological twist and compassion for the villain’s mental health—unusual for the period.
• Lightly Humorous: Regular banter offsets the story’s darkness, especially between Hood, Taylor, and police characters.

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Summary

“The Forgetful Murderer” is an exemplary radioplay blending classic detective work with psychological intrigue. Gregory Hood, with the help of his friend Sandy and a series of accidental clues, uncovers not only the identity of a cunning murderer but also the tragedy behind her crimes—a woman with a fractured mind. The episode is both a whodunit and a human drama, memorable for its sophisticated plot, sharp script, and deep empathy for even those who commit unspeakable acts.

For listeners, it’s a nostalgic, suspenseful gem—well-worth revisiting for its historical flavor and enduring emotional impact.

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Transcript

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[Gregory Hood]

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[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I don't think so. You're Gregory Hood, aren't you?

[Gregory Hood]

Yes.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

That's what it said on the license card on the steering post.

[Gregory Hood]

Who are you?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Coffee. That's my nickname. Jump in and tell me where we're going.

[Gregory Hood]

Gregory, listen. You're sure you said Coffee?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I did.

[Gregory Hood]

Then listen to. I'm the kind of a guy who's more than willing to string along with a gag. But before I say where we're going, I'd like you to do one thing for me.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

What's that?

[Gregory Hood]

Please switch on the overhead light inside the car.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

You want to make certain I'm not too repulsive, I suppose. There. What's the verdict, Gregory?

[Gregory Hood]

Move over, Toppy. We're going just wherever you you say, Sergeant Barton. Yes, Lieutenant Silver. Anything from the lab reports on the jewelry store killing? Not a thing, Lieutenant. Never saw a cleaner job. Looks like we've got nothing at all to go on. Yeah, nothing. But this was found at the scene of the murder. What is it, Lieutenant? Your guess is as good as mine. Looks like just a hunk of metal to me. The owner swears it doesn't belong in the shop, so we must assume the killer dropped it. Can I look at it, Lieutenant? Ah, sure you can. Here. Thanks. Piece of metal about 6 inches long, thicker than a wire, not much sharp at one end and a ring at the other. Could it be a meat skewer, Lieutenant? Don't ask me, Sergeant. Three days since the killing now, and after exhaustive tests, all I've been able to find out is that the murderer had dropped the whatsit. Maybe I should ask Greg Hood to come in on this one. He was on the scene a few minutes after the murder was discovered. Lieutenant. Oh, take it, will you, sir? Police headquarters, Homicide. Sergeant Martin speaking. Yes, yes, yes, yes. You know what, Lieutenant? No, I don't. If I'd been on my toes, I guess I should have deduced from your conversation, but I didn't quite make it. What's happened? There's been another robbery killing. Sounds like the same guy down on Market. Well, let's get moving. And keep your fingers crossed, Sergeant. Perhaps he's left another clue for us this time, a clue that we'll be able to pick up. Well, Sandy, the display stuff is ready. The carpenters are finished. The interior decorator has finally okayed the hang of the last drape. I think our store can open tomorrow on schedule. I'm very proud of it. The Clinton company has to go into the retail market and couldn't have a better showcase. Yes, as my eye roams over our newest domain, I feel quite happy. By the way, Sandy, look at that watercolor of James Cooper Wright hanging over there. Yes, that's a very great painter. Have you ever seen such a subtle and yet more exciting blend of color? Oh, I'm crazy about it. I have been ever since I first saw it. You know, I'm planning to buy Mary a Jimmy Wright original for her birthday. Ah, you're a man of taste, Sandy. If only you were worthy of Mary. Well, since we're talking of what is technically known as the gentler sex, may I ask you if you've seen any more of that girl you told me you met the other night? What was her name? Patty? No, no, Sandy. Her name was Toffee. Well, okay. I don't want to be an old snooper, but I am curious. Have you seen her? This? No, Sandy. It's one of the darndest things that's happened to me yet. She just showed up out of nowhere. We had one of the most delightful evenings I've ever spent. And then she vanish. Insisted I drop her at a cab stand, if you please. Well, didn't you trail the cab? Nobody got away from me. You realize, Sandy, that I don't even know a name. You're a flipping drag. Yes, There's Nedby. Sure it doesn't open till tomorrow. Well, I'm sure. Gino Carducci. Oh, you mean a night watchman from the West? Yes, yes, I thought it would be a break for him to move in a little nearer to the center of things. Ah, hello, gino. Good evening, Mr. Hoy. And how are you, Mr. Taylor? Hello, Gino. Come to look over your new empire? Ah, that's right, Mr. Taylor. It's a fine place you have. Yeah, fine place. You think you like being night watchman here, Gino? I thought it'd be a nice change for you after the warehouse. Gino is very happy. Mr. Moose, all my life I. I have wanted to be in a fashionable part of the city. And now. Just wait until I tell my Maria. Excuse me, chief. I will examine this. Yes, make yourself at home, Gino. Someone else at the door. You really have built a better mousetrap, haven't we? Oh, Lieutenant Silver probably wants a preview of the door. Hi, Greg. Hello, Sam, good to see you. Well, what do you think of our new place? It's very nice. Good evening, Mr. Payment. Hello, Lieutenant. You look worried, Stan. What's on your mind? This series of robbery killings, Greg, it's getting me down. No kidding. Three of them now and we haven't got a decent lead. You sure it's the same killer? Certain pattern in each case is exactly the same. And that pattern is? Store is broken into, stuff is stolen, night watchman gets plugged while he's unconscious, this dirty rat stabs him to death. That's the medical examiner's report. Strange. Your average thief doesn't kill unless he has to. Sounds like a twisted kind of mind at worst. And here's another thing. At the scene of each of the killings, the murderers dropped something. Look, I brought to the collection. See if you can make anything out. Item one, plain linen handkerchief, initial with a C. No laundry. Mine. Well, that's a great help. Nearly narrows it down to all the people in San Francisco whose first, last or middle name begins with a C. I know, I know. Well, at least that puts Greg and me in the clear. What's the item number two? Oh, it's a hard shaped piece of rubber. Looks like an earpiece of some kind. That is research and tells us it's an earpiece off a stethoscope. Ah, the mad doctor, eh? Well, that could give you a lead. Well, it hasn't. Greg, have you any idea how many doctors there are in San Francisco whose initials have a C in them somewhere? Well, I can imagine. And the third exhibit? This funny looking piece of metal. We found it at the scene of the first killing. It's not unlike a meat skewer. No, no, it's not that friendly. Rings a kind of a bell, but I can't quite hear it. Well, then hang on to it, Greg, until you do hear it, will you? I'd certainly appreciate it if you could help me out on this one. I'm going crazy. Okay, Stan, I'll take it and brood on the matter. You can have it back for exhibit A. But I'll see if I get any bright ideas in the meantime. But don't pin too much faith on me. This really isn't my type of case.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Hello, Gregory.

[Gregory Hood]

Coffee?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

You ought to lock your car. You know.

[Gregory Hood]

I always used to. Until that night I forgot. Now I leave it open, hoping I find you here again. Move over, darling.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

So where are we going?

[Gregory Hood]

I think a bite of supper at the palace is indicated. The lights are so discreet there. Admirably suited to Your mystery and your beauty.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

My, but you're in great form tonight, Gregory. And after that?

[Gregory Hood]

After that, darling, we might take a drive up to Twin Peak. The view from there is quite lovely.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I doubt if you've ever seen it, Gregory, but come on, let's go. Oh, you were actually truthful, Gregory. The view is beautiful.

[Gregory Hood]

You're right, Tafi. It's quite beautiful.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

You aren't even looking.

[Gregory Hood]

Oh, yes, I am. My old father used to say that even the Taj Mahal in the moonlight didn't compare with the sparkle in a beautiful girl's eyes.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I wish I'd met your old father.

[Gregory Hood]

So does he. In the meanwhile, how's about his son? Darling? What's wrong, Copy?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

What have you got in your pocket? The razor blade? Nothing. Pricked me.

[Gregory Hood]

Oh, it must be this gimmick. See?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

A fine thing, sir, carrying concealed weapons.

[Gregory Hood]

This isn't a weapon, my sweet. It's the vital clue to a murder case. The only trouble is no one knows what it is.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I bet I know what it is.

[Gregory Hood]

What?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

It's a thing for cleaning pipes.

[Gregory Hood]

Oh, no, no, darling. The gadget you're thinking of has a much shorter spike. And it's got little spoons for scooping up tobacco and all sorts of other doodads on it.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

My father used to use one just like this. He had expression need. It was for cleaning out the.

[Gregory Hood]

The.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Oh, you know, the middle part of the pipe.

[Gregory Hood]

You mean the shank? Say, you may be right at best. You're a bright girl, Copy. You may have helped to solve a murder.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

There's going to be another murder very soon, Gregory, if you're not careful.

[Gregory Hood]

Me?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

What have I done? You talk too much.

[Gregory Hood]

Hi, Stan. Hello, Gregory. What brings you over to police headquarters? You get any brain waves in that steel gimmick I gave you? Yes. Then I went out with a beautiful girl last night and she gave me an idea. Nothing very surprising about that. Don't, because then. I'm talking about the metal object found at the first murder. This gal suggested it might be a rather special kind of pipe tool. I checked on it this morning and learned two interesting facts. The gimmick was made of surgical spirits and there were traces of nicotine on it. So we narrow it down still further. Sam, you're looking for a doctor who has a C in his initials. And he's also a pipe smoker. They're either 60 or PC you can take your choice. Right. Not another murder, Sam. Last night you have to fill the lighter at the scene of the crime. Unless, Sam, you Look powdered. Come on out and have a drink. Forget it for a while. How can I forget it? Look, Greg, you're an amateur. Sometimes you get a bright idea and solve a murder, throw well and the safety and lives of a city don't depend on it. But it's different with me. Men are dying, Drake. Four men in the last two weeks. And the Lord alone knows where the killer's going to strike next or when. And what can I do? Nothing. Except I was. I still was speaking. Yeah, but. What? Yeah, okay, but I'll be right over. Not another stand. Yes, last night, maybe early this morning. Hold on, Greg. It was your new store. What? They murdered your night watchman. You'll hear the rest of Gregory Hood's story in just a second. Just time for me to tell you the simplest, easiest way I know to make a good meal taste better. Serve that meal with a glass of good Petri wine. You're having hamburgers or as well pot roast for dinner and you just got to try it with Petri California Burgundy. That Petri Burgundy is a hearty red wine that's just made to go with any meat or meat dish. Personally, I think it's great. Now if you're having chicken for dinner or maybe fish or seafood, then by all means try a Petri California Sauterne. Petri Sauternes is a subtle, intriguing white wine. That's really something. Believe me, when you want a good wine, you can't miss with a Petri wine. Well, Greg, this was really got me on the edge of my chair. So the murderer struck for a fifth time when he killed your night wi. Yes, Harry. Poor old Gino Caduci. He was one of my favorite people and I was fighting mad when I heard the news. I called Sandy and told him to join me at the store. And then Lieutenant Silvers and I raced over to the scene. As the three of us stood there, I swore a silent vow that this was to be the last. But I do, Sandy. While I was out having a romantic adventure with a mysterious girl last night, poor old Gino was killed protecting my property. I don't see that you could have done anything to save him, Greg. The murderer didn't write a postcard and say he was going to be here last night. I know, I know. Your men have searched the place thoroughly, I suppose. Yeah. Now I've got him on a routine job that may lead us somewhere. Huh?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

What's that?

[Gregory Hood]

Machine checking on a list of every medico in San Francisco who may have the initial CP or PC did the forgetful murderer leave us any clue this time? Yeah, these few pages drawn from a novel. Sergeant Barton said they were lying to tide the body, but they're not much help. No fingerprints on them. Let me see. Yeah, here. See what you make of them. Meanwhile, I'm going back to headquarters. I'll be in touch with you later. Okay, Stan. Okay. What do you make of the pages, Sandy? Well, I seem to be torn from one of those novels about the gallant young doctor. I feel too kind of disposed toward doctors at the moment. See those pages? Wait a minute. You were wrong, Sandy. These pages weren't torn from a novel. They're loose sheets. They've never been bound. What does that say? I think it tells us where to look for Dr. P.C. or C.P. who you calling? Joseph Henry Jackson, book editor on the Chronicles. I think he can help us chronicle Joe Jackson. I hope you're on the right field. So do I. Hello, Joe, this is Greg Hood. Hello, Greg. Listen, Joe, I'm in a jam. I need some help. Oh, now look, Greg, I'm a respectable married man. No, no, no, no. Not that kind of a job. I need your professional help. That's different. What's the problem? Am I right in thinking that sometimes book reviewers like yourself are sent unbound pages on a book? Yes, Greg, they do that occasionally when the regular copies won't be out far enough ahead. Personally, I wish publishers would do it more often. I see. Another question, Joe. Do you have a reviewer who covers medical books? Someone whose initials might be CP Or PC oh, we have so many part time reviewers. Yes, Greg. There's a Dr. Christopher Partington who's working for us. Have you ever met him, Joe? No, never been in here. We send stuff out to him and he mails a copy back. Just a minute, I'll check the address. What is all this anyway? Well, Joe, you're well known as an authority on factual murder, aren't you? True murder is a hobbyist line. Why? Well, Joe, don't look now, but I think you're just about to solve the murder. Well, family, this is the house of Dr. Christopher Partington. Yes, very nice too. You know, it's pleasant out here in the marina. Aren't you going to ring the bell? Not since the door is unlatched. Surprise is always an advantage when you're dealing with a murderous. You really think he's your man? The evidence would point that way. Come on, Samy, keep your eyes sharpened. This guy probably knows all the answers. I don't like open door. This might be a Trap you soon. See? You should have called, Lieutenant. No, no, Sandy. Since poor Gino got killed, this is a private battle. Here's the living room. It's empty. So recently occupied by a pipe smoker. You notice I don't see any pipes lying around. Look at that ashtray. Lots of ashes and burned matches. But no cigarettes.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Who is Lip? Oh, hello, Gregory.

[Gregory Hood]

Coffee? What on earth are you doing here?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

When I tell you that. When you tell me how you attract me here.

[Gregory Hood]

Well, I. I have my methods. By the way, coffee. Let me introduce my friend, Sanderson Taylor.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

How do you do, Mr. Taylor?

[Gregory Hood]

Well, how do you do, Mr.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Since your friend has tracked me here, he really should be able to tell you my name while he's thinking about it. I'll go and get you both a drink. As though you could use one quick hand.

[Gregory Hood]

And Scranton. Get the number on that phone. Flip out of the house and go to the nearest public phone and call here. Ask for Dr. Christopher Parting. Oh, I get it. That'll smoke him out without your having to mention. That's a good idea. Gr. And then I'll come. Right.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I heard from Jerry. Will that be. Oh, where did your friend go?

[Gregory Hood]

Out for cigarettes. We wanted some. I didn't notice any here. I'm a sh.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Hostess, aren't I? You'd like some sherry, Gregory?

[Gregory Hood]

I'd love a glass. Coffee?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Yes.

[Gregory Hood]

Do you live here?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Yes.

[Gregory Hood]

With Dr. Partington?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Yes. Thank you, Sharon.

[Gregory Hood]

Thank you. Toffee. Have you been reading about these night watchman murders in San Francisco?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Yes, Gregory, I've been devouring the newspaper reports. Why?

[Gregory Hood]

They're most unusual murders. The killer always leaves a clue. Now, these clues might be deliberately false ones, but I think not. I think it's a phenomenon a psychiatrist might enjoy. A murderer subconsciously compelled to betray himself. You know, Toffee, they say that absentmindedness is never accidental. It's always the result of subconscious desires.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Do they? Gregory, darling, you're being dreadfully serious.

[Gregory Hood]

I feel dreadfully serious. You see, an old friend of mine was murdered last night.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Excuse me. Hello? Yes, Peachy. Who's this? Funny, he hung up.

[Gregory Hood]

Oh, well, he asked for Dr. Christopher Parkington, didn't he?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Did he?

[Gregory Hood]

And you are Dr. Christopher Partington. Aren't coffee not a common name for a girl? But I've heard of a few others. I've heard of Christopher Fartington. Candy said that your nickname of Toffee was another copy clue, wasn't it?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Gregory, darling, I'm afraid I'm losing my illusion for you, but go on, it's fascinating.

[Gregory Hood]

I've known of women who privately smoked pipes too. That was another clue you gave me. And women doctors are commonplace these days. The subconscious is beautifully tricky, isn't it? Tartish. Even while seeking to betray, you left a series of clues pointing to pipe smoking, Dr. Partington. All misleading factors not to be associated with a beautiful girl nicknamed Toppy. You're very silent, Dr. Partington.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

I told her not to, Grace. I kept telling her not to kill those people. But she wouldn't listen to me. She was a surgeon, you know. And she loved you. The knife. And it was so easy for her to fool a night watch me. She went right on to him. So I had to try to betray her. That's why I waited in your car that first night. I thought I might be able to help you get.

[Gregory Hood]

Huh? Who?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Kathy Peters. He's bad. Very bad.

[Gregory Hood]

He kills people. Kathy Peters? Vp. Holy smokes. Don't tell me I figured this out all wrong. After all. Where is she? This is this Cassie Peters here.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Here in me. Inside of me. We use the same body. I hate her. I did so want you to catch her grief.

[Gregory Hood]

It's all right, Coffee, dear. I've caught her.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Then lock her up, Grace, please. Lock her up. Promise you won't let her do those things anymore. You won't, will you? Greatly.

[Gregory Hood]

Don't worry, Coffee. We won't let Cassie Peters kill people. Not anymore. Ever. Greg, I swear this is the strangest case you've ever told me. And the saddest. Five innocent men, including my old friend Gino, murdered in cold blood. And yet you can't hold that girl morally responsible. She never went to prison court. No, Harry. He was obviously an insane schizophrenic. A 1946 Jekyll and Hyde. He wound up in a state institution. It was just a psychological misfit. Darn it, Harry. It was a miserable case. You know, Greg, there are times when I'd sure hate to be in your shoes. Yes, Harry. It wasn't easy to take. But as my old father would say, when you cry over a woman, there's always another woman ready to wipe away the tears. Now, you can't dismiss it that easily, Greg. When you fall, I know that you fall. But good. Yes, Harry, you and I were the kind of fellows who decide they like something and well, that's that. That's right. I'll never forget the night I. Oh, but you don't want to hear about it. But I do. The night you what? The first night I. You sure?

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Of course.

[Gregory Hood]

The first night I tasted Petri wine, I said, that's a wine for me. And it sure is. I should have known. Yep, Petri wine is a wine for everybody because it's good wine. It's got to be. Look at the long years of skill and experience that go into its making. The Petrie family has been making wine for generations. Winemaking is their heritage, a heritage handed on down from father to son, from father to son. So you can see why the Petri business has grown and grown so that today the Petri family are America's largest independent winemakers. Yes, the making of Petri wine is a family affair. And the Petri family has every intention of keeping it just that. So you know, the name Petri on a bottle of wine is more than a trademark. It's the personal assurance of the Petri family that Petri wine is and always will be good wine. Well, Gregory, what story from your casebook have you lined up for us next week? Next week, Harry, I'm going to tell you of an odd adventure that Sandy and I had as we were flying to York, New New York, a few months ago. It concerns a Southern colonel, an unusually attractive girl, and an elusive piece of ice. I call the story the Double Diamond. See you next Monday, Harry. The Casebook of Gregory Hood is written by Dennis Green and Anthony Boucher. Original music composed and played by Dean Fostler. Gail Gordon plays the part of Gregory Hood and Sanderson Taylor is played by Howard McNear. The Petri Wine Company of San Francisco, California, invite you to tune in again next week, same time, same station. The Casebook of Gregory Hood comes to you from our Hollywood studios. This is Harry Bartel saying good night.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

For the Petrie family.

[Gregory Hood]

When the holidays start to feel a.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

Bit repetitive, reach for Sprite winter spice cranberry and put your twist on tradition. It's a refreshing way to shake things up this sippin season, and only for a limited time. Sprite.

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[Adam Graham]

Welcome back. Well, really, a bit of a bittersweet ending there, I have to admit. Usually Harry Bartel is great as the ad pitch guy for Petri, but in this case, I don't think that there was a, how shall we say, delicate or even appropriate way to segue his comments as he did. But be that as it may, it was a pretty solid episode. Though, I expect. Though I suspected Toffee from the moment that she showed up, just because of where and how she showed up in the story. But of course, what throws you off is her giving a clue. And so a Good case. And we have one more Gail Gordon program to go, so be sure and listen to that next week. All right, listener comments and feedback and we'll read a few. First of all, we have this from Doug. Keep up the great work, Adam. Your podcast helps make my daily commute bearable. Johnny Dollar is one of my favorites and he says, I've been listening for about two years now and have really enjoyed your podcast and the shows you've covered. Keep up the good work. And John says thank you. I really enjoy the content. Well, thanks so much. I truly appreciate that. And then we have a comment from Christine who says I am slowly catching up in the podcast. I am on November 2010. I was wondering if you could put any announcements on your blog or here for those of us who are behind, we can still keep up with what is going on with the podcast. I'm hoping by the end of the year I will be caught up. Well, thanks so much and that's a good reminder and I will make every effort to go ahead and to do that because I do know a lot of folks listen to it from behind and I even done very much like regarding listener support campaign, but I'll try and get stuff over at Facebook regarding listener support campaigns and books and things of that sort. I would probably also suggest that if you're starting from the show, starting on the show from the beginning, you could listen to the Tuesday episode as well to get a feeling for what's going on currently, just because the Tuesday shows tend to be short and we tend to rotate them quite frequently. But regardless, I appreciate the reminder to be using the Facebook page for communicating that. And we have 2834 fans there, so I truly appreciate everyone who's part of that part of our community. All right, well, we will be back tomorrow continuing on with your yours truly, Johnny Dollar, and then next week the last Gail Gordon episode of the Casebook of Gregory Hood. And be sure and join us on Saturday for Police Blotter. In the meantime, send your comments to [e-mail] and follow us on Twitter RadioDoTactives and become one of our friends on Facebook facebook.com RadioDoTactives but from Boise, Idaho, this is your host, Adam Grams, signing off.

[Coffee (Lieutenant Silver)]

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[Gregory Hood]

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[Gregory Hood]

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