Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Time and Tide Matter (EP4717)

Summary

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Episode Summary: "Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Time and Tide Matter" (EP4717) Release Date: May 30, 2025

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Introduction

In this thrilling installment of "The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio," host Adam Graham presents an engaging episode of the iconic detective series, "Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar." Titled "The Time and Tide Matter," this episode delves into the mysterious disappearance of Ed Rollins and the intricate web of relationships and deceit that Johnny Dollar must untangle to uncover the truth.

Plot Summary

Act One: The Disappearance Begins

The episode opens with Johnny Dollar, a freelance insurance investigator, being approached by Pat McCracken of Universal Adjustments. Pat informs Johnny about Edward J. Rollins III, who recently decided to change his life insurance beneficiary from his fiancée, Virginia Blake, only to vanish shortly after. Skeptical yet intrigued, Johnny agrees to take on the case, embarking on a journey that leads him to the sun-soaked shores of the Caribbean.

Notable Quote:

Johnny Dollar: "One of our companies has a hefty policy on his life and he sent word he wanted to change his beneficiary. Then he disappeared. And you want me to go looking for him?"
[00:58]

Johnny's expenses are meticulously documented, highlighting his commitment to the investigation. Upon arriving in Nassau, he learns from a local acquaintance that Rollins was last seen conversing about a trip to Crooked Island. Determined, Johnny charters a seaplane to Crooked Island, where he unexpectedly encounters the missing Rollins.

Act Two: Unraveling the Mystery

Johnny engages Rollins in conversation, uncovering that Rollins had doubts about his relationship with Virginia, suspecting infidelity. As they discuss, Johnny invites himself aboard Rollins' boat, which includes companions Bill Winslow and Tony Atherton, along with Virginia herself. Tensions simmer as Johnny observes the interactions among the group, noting Virginia's discomfort and Tony's dubious behavior.

Notable Quote:

Johnny Dollar: "You see, darling, Virginia didn't really want to come on this trip. Did she, dear?"
[07:07]

The plot thickens when, during a skin-diving session, Rollins experiences a mishap with his air supply, only to be saved by Bill Winslow. However, suspicions linger as Johnny notices discrepancies in Rollins' account of events. Later that evening, back onshore in Jamaica, Johnny receives troubling news: Rollins has been assaulted and robbed, now in a coma.

Act Three: The Tide Turns

Determined to uncover the truth, Johnny revisits the pier where Rollins was attacked. He scrutinizes the timeline against the tide tables, realizing a critical inconsistency in Rollins' story. Confronting Virginia, Johnny discovers her past involvement in a scandal that led to imprisonment, a fact she disclosed to Rollins only recently.

Notable Quote:

Johnny Dollar: "When we reached Jamaica the next night, I decided to do some checking... I found out she's apparently been paying off for something."
[13:23]

Through meticulous deduction, Johnny pieces together that Tony Atherton had been blackmailing Virginia, leveraging her past against her present. The confrontation leads to the revelation that Bill Winslow was the one who attacked Rollins, motivated by Tony's manipulations. With the puzzle solved, Rollins recovers, and Johnny ensures that justice is served.

Notable Quote:

Johnny Dollar: "There is a tide in the affairs of men which sometimes leads to fortune. In your case, brother, you missed."
[20:55]

Characters

• Johnny Dollar (Bob Bailey): The suave and relentless freelance insurance investigator tasked with solving the case.
• Edwin J. Rollins III: The missing client whose sudden change of beneficiary sets the plot in motion.
• Virginia Blake: Rollins' fiancée with a mysterious past and complex feelings.
• Tony Atherton: A dubious character involved in blackmailing Virginia.
• Bill Winslow: The trustworthy boat handler who ultimately plays a pivotal role in the investigation.
• Pat McCracken (Universal Adjustments): Johnny's contact who initiates the investigation.

Key Themes and Insights

• Trust and Deception: The episode masterfully explores the fine line between trust and deception, highlighting how personal relationships can be manipulated for ulterior motives.
• Deductive Reasoning: Johnny Dollar's methodical approach underscores the importance of attention to detail and logical reasoning in uncovering the truth.
• Redemption and Consequences: Characters like Virginia seek redemption for past mistakes, while others like Tony face the consequences of their deceitful actions.

Listener Feedback

Following the episode, host Adam Graham shares enthusiastic listener feedback, highlighting the compelling storytelling and standout performances. Fans particularly applauded the chemistry between Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar and guest star Vincent Price, praising Price's portrayal of a culturally enriched character.

Notable Comments:

• Bernard on Spotify: "I always stop to listen to this episode when it pops up."
• Brains Benton on Instagram: "What a charming episode. I had no idea that Vincent Price starred on Johnny Dollar."
• Victor via Email: "I know the survey showed that the Bob Bailey version of Johnny Dollar is everyone's favorite. But in my opinion, Nightbeat and Broadway is my beat are at the top of the list."

Conclusion

"Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Time and Tide Matter" is a testament to the enduring allure of old-time radio detective dramas. Through intricate plotting, rich character development, and stellar performances, this episode captivates listeners, inviting them to step into Johnny Dollar's world of mystery and deduction. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the series, this episode offers a compelling narrative that resonates with timeless themes of trust, deception, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

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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 yours truly, Johnny Dollar. But first, I want to encourage you. If you're enjoying the podcast, please follow us using your favorite podcast software. And as you're making your travel plans, remember johnnydoller air.com first. Johnnydoller air.com is our Priceline affiliate link, so you get to go through priceline.com but part of your purchase price benefits the great detectives of Old Time Radio at no additional cost to you. Remember, that's johnnydollerair.com now from February 16, 1958. Here is the time and tide matter from Hollywood.

[Johnny Dollar]

It's time now for Johnny Dollar. Pat McCracken, Universal Adjust. Hi, Brad. What's new at the moment? Edward J. Rollins iii. Oh, what about him? One of our companies has a hefty policy on his life and he sent word he wanted to change his beneficiary. Then it disappeared. And you want me to go looking for him? That's the general idea. Ah, look, Brad, you can be wasting dough sending me. Chances are he'll pop up again by himself. Oh, yes, I know. Of course it involves a little trip to the Caribbean, but if you're not interested. The Caribbean? I'll be right over, Bo. Daily in the exciting adventures of the man with the action packed expense account, America's fabulous freelance insurance investigator, yours truly, Johnny Dollar. And now, act one of yours truly, Johnny Dollar expense account submitted by special investigator Johnny Dol, Universal Adjustment Bureau, Hartford, Connecticut. Following is an account of expenses incurred during my investigation of the Time and Tide matter expense account item $1.20 cab fare from my apartment to the offices of Universal Adjustment Bureau and Pat McCracken. Now, the mention of the Caribbean did the trick. Sit down. Yeah, thanks. Now, what's the deal? Well, about six months ago, Johnny Ed Rollins decided to marry a girl named Virginia Blake, and he took out a large policy on himself from one of our companies, naming her as beneficiary. Last week, he apparently changed his mind. Called from Nassau, said he wanted to Remove Virginia Blake as beneficiary. And he was supposed to come to Miami to sign the papers. We had an agent waiting there for him, but he didn't show. What was he doing in Nassau? He had his cabin cruiser down there with three of his friends. Among them, Virginia Blake. Did you check Nassau to see if he's still there? We checked. His boat is gone. Now the trail just starts in Nassau, Johnny. Where it'll lead is anybody's guess. Expense account at him. $240 even. Air transportation and incidentals to Nassau in the Bahamas. There I found a man who remembered fueling up Rollins boat a few days before. He'd heard them talking about working their way down through the Bahamas, skin diving and then cutting over to Jamaica. They'd mentioned one place in particular. Crooked island. Item 3, $50 Transportation via Chartered seaplane to Crooked Island. I spotted Rollins cruiser one of the coves and the pilot set me down. Nearby, a dinghy with an outboard motor came over from the boat. It was Ed Rollins. You say you're an insurance investigator, Dollar? Yeah, that's right. Mr. Rollins. What are you doing here? Well, I came to see if you were okay. Me? Well, why shouldn't I be? You were supposed to meet an agent from the company in Miami last week. You didn't show up. Oh, I changed my mind. You mean you came all the way down here because I didn't. In Miami? Well, when a man with a hefty policy on his life disappears, the insurance company starts worrying. So it seems. Hey, mind slowing down a bit? I. I'd like to talk to you before we get on board. Sure. Now, what's on your mind? As I understand it, you took out a policy about six months ago and named a Virginia Blake as beneficiary. Yes, that's right. We're going to be married then. A week ago, you apparently changed your mind. Well, I decided to think it over some more. That's why I brought the boat down here. What's the trouble? Oh, it's. Well, it's just. Well, I might as well tell you. I began to suspect Virginia's been two timing me. Oh? With whom? For that I don't know. Have you asked her about it? No, not yet. Why not? Because I'm afraid she might tell me the truth. Maybe I don't really want to hear it. Ah, I see. Look, Mr. Dollar, we're going to do a little more skin diving here in the COVID this afternoon and then shove off work Jamaica around dark. Why not come along? You can catch a Plane back to the States from there. Okay. Who else on board your boat? Let's see. Virginia, you know about the nurse, Bill Winslow. Winslow? Yes. Kind of a beach comber at heart. I bring him along mainly to handle the boat. He's real good at it. Anybody else? Oh, Tony Atherton. Worthless sort of guy, but rather amusing company once in a while. Besides, he introduced me to Virginia. So I owe him something for that, I guess. Well, look, you mind introducing me as just an old friend of yours? Yes, that's just what I had in mind. Oh, say, there they are, waiting for us on deck. Bill Winslow was tall, lanky, blonde, crew cut, deep tan. The kind who looked at home in a boat. Tony Anthony, on the other hand, was the kind who was at home nowhere. Or maybe anywhere, as long as he had a drink in his hand. And Virginia, well, one look at her and you forgot where home was. Rollins and Bill Winslow strapped on Aqualongs and went over the side to do some skin diving. Tony Atherton and Virginia and I sat around on deck for a while. I noticed that Virginia didn't seem to be at ease. Atherton noticed it too. Use a drink, Virginia?

[Virginia Blake]

No, thanks.

[Johnny Dollar]

What's the matter, darling?

[Bill Winslow]

You bored?

[Virginia Blake]

No.

[Johnny Dollar]

You see, darling, Virginia didn't really want to come on this trip. Did she, dear?

[Virginia Blake]

Just skip it, Tony, will you? Seems like Ed and Belle have been underwater a long while.

[Johnny Dollar]

Yeah, I was wondering about that. How long do they. Don't worry. Ed likes to live dangerously. Besides, he's got Bill Winslow, all American boy, to take care of.

[Virginia Blake]

Will you lay off it, Tony?

[Johnny Dollar]

Hey, there they are. Wait a minute. It looks like Rollins is in trouble. Get him on board here. Hey, quick. That's it. Watch his face. Easy. The faceway. Get it off. You okay, Rollins? Yes. Yes, I guess.

[Virginia Blake]

What happened, Ed?

[Johnny Dollar]

Oh, something went wrong with his air supply. Yeah, sprang a leak. Thanks, Bill. If it hadn't been for you. Oh, skip it. Just lucky I was close to you. Look at this rubber tilbing. It's sprayed through. Yeah, I guess I must have scraped it against the coral. Sure. Yeah. Yeah, that's probably it. Act two of yours truly, Johnny Dollar in a moment.

[Virginia Blake]

And now for another episode in the life of Sergeant Donald Bellwether, my husband.

[Johnny Dollar]

Hi, honey.

[Virginia Blake]

Did you fix the windshield wipers?

[Johnny Dollar]

I sure did, Reba. How's that?

[Virginia Blake]

Oh, you fixed him. Good for you, Donald.

[Johnny Dollar]

Thank you, my dear. Well, that's that. Now, if it rains, we're prepared for it, huh? I feel better now.

[Virginia Blake]

Me too. A driver has to see the danger if he Expects to avoid it.

[Johnny Dollar]

That's right. And also keep the back and side windows clear. And rain and snowy weather.

[Virginia Blake]

That's right. Oh, how about the horn?

[Johnny Dollar]

The horn?

[Virginia Blake]

The horn doesn't work, Sergeant. Aren't you going to fix it?

[Johnny Dollar]

No, I don't think so. Frankly, Reba, I hate horns. Whenever there's a traffic jam, the first thing some guys do is blow their.

[Virginia Blake]

Horns, which does absolutely no good.

[Johnny Dollar]

Of course not. All it does is jar everyone's nerves. No, I. I don't think I'll fix them.

[Virginia Blake]

Oh, but now, wait a minute, Don.

[Johnny Dollar]

Look.

[Virginia Blake]

Supposing we're driving along, and suddenly we see a youngster on his bicycle headed right out into the street. Sounding that horn will warn him and possibly avoid a tragic accident.

[Johnny Dollar]

Yes, that's true, but.

[Virginia Blake]

Or supposing we're driving on the highway, and just as we're about to pass a car, that car decides to pull out into our lane and pass the car ahead of him. He obviously doesn't see us. He won't hear us shout, but one little beep on that horn and he'll automatically scoot back and avoid a collision.

[Johnny Dollar]

Reba, you've convinced me. Even though it can be a nuisance, the automobile horn is a necessity.

[Virginia Blake]

Then you'll repair it immediately. Oh, that's my Donald. That's my doll.

[Johnny Dollar]

And now, act two of yours truly, Johnny Dollar and the Time. And T. Ed Rollins seemed to regard his close shave underwater as an accident, so I decided to play it that way. But I wasn't convinced. Somebody could have tampered with his air hose. We got underway around dark and headed for Jamaica about 10. I went up on deck for a cigarette. It was a dark night, but from the stern I could see two figures up in the cockpit. One was Virginia. The other, at the wheel I figured was Ed Rawlins. There was a long kiss. Then they lit cigarettes. In the light from the match, I could see it wasn't Ed Rollins at all. It was Bill Winslow$, not you. Ed Rollins. I guess he'd just come topside, but I didn't know if he'd seen what I'd just seen. If he had, he gave no sign. Johnny? Hmm? You know that stuff I was telling you about maybe cutting Virginia out as beneficiary? Yeah. What about it? Ed, I think you better forget it. I've decided to go ahead and marry. Well, I don't think I could get along without her. Well, I see. Look, Rollins, it's probably none of my business, but I. Well, as something feels there's Virginia now up in the cockpit with Bill? Yeah. Yeah, that's right. I thought she was below. She must be doing some navigating. I. Virginia. Virginia, honey, come on back.

[Virginia Blake]

Oh, okay.

[Johnny Dollar]

Watch your footing. We're rolling a little.

[Virginia Blake]

Yeah, pretty heavy.

[Johnny Dollar]

Well, how's Bill getting along up there?

[Virginia Blake]

Okay.

[Johnny Dollar]

Why, it's about time I relieved him at the wheel. I'll take over if you like. Oh, thanks, Johnny, but I enjoy handling the boat at night. Virginia, honey, you look sort of tired. Maybe you ought to turn in.

[Virginia Blake]

I will, as soon as I finish my cigarette.

[Johnny Dollar]

Well, I'll take over now.

[Virginia Blake]

Enjoying the cruise, Mr. Darling?

[Johnny Dollar]

Sure, sure. How about you?

[Virginia Blake]

Why not?

[Johnny Dollar]

According to Tony Atherton, he didn't want to make this trip.

[Virginia Blake]

Tony's very good at remarks.

[Johnny Dollar]

I thought you and he were old friends.

[Virginia Blake]

Let's just say I've known him a long time.

[Johnny Dollar]

How you doing? Duller. Fine. Winslow, how's the boat going? On course. We should reach Jamaica tomorrow night.

[Virginia Blake]

Virginia, I think I'll go below now. I'll see you in the morning.

[Johnny Dollar]

Good night. Good night, Virginia. Well, you seem pretty much at home aboard a boat. Once long, it's where I belong. You and Rollins seem to do all the boat handling. How about Anthony? He ever give you a hand? No, just the passenger type. How about Virginia? Does she handle a boat? She can handle anything. Oh, she's a nice girl, Mr. Dollar. She deserves the best. Maybe that's what Rollins can give her. Maybe. You don't sound convinced.

[Adam Graham]

Good night, Dollar.

[Johnny Dollar]

When we reached Jamaica the next night, I decided to do some checking. I went ashore and called Pat McCracken back in the States. Asked him to find out what he could about any of them. He was to call me at a restaurant where we were having dinner. Winslow went back to the boat right after the meal, and Atherton drifted out to inspect a few bars. Rollins, Virginia and I stayed at the table over coffee. But Virginia was restless and edgy. Finally, she told Rollins she wanted to talk to him. They went out on the terrace, and just then my call from the States came through. Johnny. Thad McCracken. Hi. Did you find out anything? Yeah. Ran a check on Virginia Blake. I found out she's apparently been paying off for something. What do you mean? She's been issuing checks regularly. A couple of hundred bucks a piece, and always to the same guy. You know his name? Yeah. Tony Atherton. I hung up and went out to the terrace, but Rollins and Virginia were gone. I started looking for Tony Atherton. I tried half a dozen bars with no luck. It was after one in the morning when I got back to the boat. Anthony was in his bunk. I woke him up. What do you want? Don't you realize what time it is? Yeah. I want to know why you've been blackmailing Virginia. Wait a minute. It's a pretty ugly word. You're so right. Now, look. Atherton. Hello. Anybody aboard? Yeah. Who is it? Inspector Hastings, Jamaica Police. Is this Mr. Edwin Rollins boat? Yes, that's right. I'm afraid I have some bad news for you. Mr. Rollins has been slugged and robbed. What? Good Lord. Was he hurt bad? I'm afraid so. Touch and go. Whether or not he'll live. Act three of yours truly, Johnny Dollar. In a moment.

[Virginia Blake]

And now for another episode in the life of Sergeant Donald Bellwether.

[Johnny Dollar]

My husband, Reba.

[Virginia Blake]

What is it, Donald?

[Johnny Dollar]

Confounded Reba, I can't find the fountain pen. I've looked all through this desk.

[Virginia Blake]

Here it is, dear.

[Johnny Dollar]

Here it is.

[Virginia Blake]

You must have used it as a marker when you were reading this book.

[Johnny Dollar]

Let's see.

[Virginia Blake]

This great literary classic. Six Gun Showdown at Powder River Gulch.

[Johnny Dollar]

All right. Never mind about my reading habits. Just look at the coverage we're gonna get with this new auto accident policy.

[Virginia Blake]

Let's see.

[Johnny Dollar]

Collision, 50 deductions.

[Virginia Blake]

Fire, theft, public liability, property damage, medical benefits. In other words, we have complete coverage.

[Johnny Dollar]

That's right. Of course, it's going to cost us money. I'm sending the company a check right now. Gee, it's too bad we don't live in Rhode Island.

[Virginia Blake]

Rhode Island? Why?

[Johnny Dollar]

Oh, because then our rates would be lower. Rhode island has less accidents per capita than any other state.

[Virginia Blake]

Oh, which state has the highest?

[Johnny Dollar]

I see here. Here it is. Nevada. No, by golly, Nevada's second highest. Alaska has the most. Really?

[Virginia Blake]

I didn't know that. You know, it's just too bad we can't eliminate traffic accidents completely. Not only would it save life and land, but it'd be a lot less strain on the pocketbook.

[Johnny Dollar]

Yeah, that's for sure. These automobile accident policies get more expensive every year just because there's so many costly accidents.

[Virginia Blake]

Well, I'm glad we've got some good insurance coverage, Donald. But just remember one thing.

[Johnny Dollar]

Oh, what's that, honey?

[Virginia Blake]

Well, some auto accidents ruin offender, some ruin a family.

[Johnny Dollar]

Yeah, that's true, very true.

[Virginia Blake]

But as far as I'm concerned, I don't want any of your old insurance money. I want you here at home, safe and sound. You always drive carefully, won't you?

[Bill Winslow]

Yes, I will, dear.

[Virginia Blake]

That's my Donald. That's my dog.

[Johnny Dollar]

And now, act three of yours truly, Johnny Dollar and the time and tide matter. Police Inspector Hastings led me down the pier and around the corner of a warehouse about 100 yards from the boat. This is where one of my men discovered Rollins, Mr. Dolan. He'd been slugged, huh? With a length of pipe we found nearby. No fingerprints on it, though. Rollins is in the hospital in a coma. Apparently, he hasn't more than a 5050 chance. You said something about robbery, Inspector? His wallet and valuables are gone. I'm afraid we've had quite a bit of that sort of thing around the waterfront lately. Robbery, huh? Maybe, maybe not. I poked around the pier for a while, but didn't turn up a thing. It was about 7 in the morning when I finally got back to the boat. And after the stateroom, I told Virginia what happened. Darla? She went to the hospital immediately. Okay, I can talk to her later. Rather than. I still want to know why you've been blackmailing her. Oh, look, you got proof that Virginia's been issuing checks to you pretty regularly. Look, what's wrong with that? She and I are old friends. I've had bad luck with some of my investments. She's been kind enough to help me out. Now, look, $, if you're trying to tie me in with what happened to Rollins, you're just wasting time. Am I? Of course. Yeah. Just stop this nonsense. I can probably help you. Oh, look, take a look out this porthole. Come on, let me see. Let's start. Your pier. A warehouse. Exactly. What about it? Well, just as I was turning in last night, I heard footsteps on the pier. I looked out the porthole. Somebody was walking along it. As he turned the corner, I could see who he was by the warehouse light. It was Ed Rollins.

[Adam Graham]

Oh.

[Johnny Dollar]

A moment later, somebody stepped out of the shadows and followed him around the corner. $. That was Bill Winslow. I tell you, I'm not the one who saw dead Rollins. But you admit taking a walk last night, Late. Sure.

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[Johnny Dollar]

All right, where'd you go? Oh, along the waterfront. I don't remember just where, and I don't remember what time it was along that pier out there. Around that warehouse. Maybe. Maybe. Look, I wasn't paying much attention where I was going, but. But I didn't see Rollins at all. What reason would I have to do a thing like that to him? I can maybe think of one. Like what? Like you in Virginia. Me? Now, just a minute. That has nothing to do with. I think it has. Winslow. Get this straight, $. I didn't slug Rollins. I kept hammering away at him, but I couldn't get any. Finally, I left him and went up on deck. Virginia had just come back from the hospital.

[Virginia Blake]

He's still unconscious, Johnny. They say they don't know whether he'll make it.

[Johnny Dollar]

Virginia, what happened last night? When I got through with my phone call at the restaurant. You and Rollins had left?

[Virginia Blake]

Yes. We walked around town a while talking. Then Ed said he had something to take care of. So he sent me back to the boat in a cab. I came back here and went to bed. I didn't know what had happened until Tony Atherton told me this morning.

[Johnny Dollar]

Mind telling me what you and Rollins were talking about last night?

[Virginia Blake]

He told me about the doubts he'd been having about me. But he realized he still wanted to marry me. Oh, And I told him there were a couple of things he should know about me first.

[Johnny Dollar]

Like do Winslow, for instance.

[Virginia Blake]

Not that it matters now, Johnny, but that was a goodbye kiss. A couple of months ago, I became very attracted to Bill, but it was no good. Give Bill a boat or a beach, but his thinking doesn't go much beyond that. And I began to realize that what I really wanted was Ed.

[Johnny Dollar]

What was his reaction when you told him about Winslow?

[Virginia Blake]

He's a pretty wonderful guy, Johnny. That's why if anything happens, this, he doesn't pull through. I don't know what I do.

[Johnny Dollar]

And what was the other thing you told him last night?

[Virginia Blake]

That Tony Atherton had been blackmailing me.

[Johnny Dollar]

I forget.

[Virginia Blake]

You see, I roomed with a girl once I thought was okay. But she wasn't stolen. Things were found in our apartment. I thought they were hers. I couldn't prove I wasn't involved.

[Johnny Dollar]

You did time for it?

[Virginia Blake]

Yes. I wish I'd told you I'd write at the start.

[Johnny Dollar]

Well, at least you did tell him last night.

[Virginia Blake]

Johnny, who could have done this to Ed? You don't think it could have been Bill Winslow?

[Johnny Dollar]

What I think doesn't matter, Virginia. It's what I can prove that counts. And right now, that's nothing. I walked off the boat along the waterfront. There was a swirl in the channel. The tide was going out. It was almost low. I glanced over at Roland's boats. It was resting lower against the pier. Now something. Suddenly, a couple of ideas started pecking away at me. I went back aboard the boat and found a tide table. According to my watch, in the table, it was low tide. Then I looked up the time of the previous row. Yeah, I headed for Tony Atherton's stateroom All right, all right. So Virginia was buying a little silence from me about her past. So what? When Virginia told Rollins you'd been blackmailing her, he probably didn't like it much. He told her he had some business to take care of. It could have been with you. So he went out looking for you around the town. He found. Now, wait a minute. Threatened to have you prosecuted, was that it? So you followed him down to the waterfront, sneaked up behind him and slugged. No. You figured you'd killed him. But even if you hadn't, you were safe because he couldn't have seen who slugged him. Look, Dolly, you talk nonsense. Told you I saw Bill Winslow following Rollins. I saw it right through this porthole. And that's where you hung yourself, huh? Take a look out that porthole. What do you see? Yeah, the pilings of the pier. It's low tide. Well, so what? And it was low tide at the time of the attack. You couldn't have seen over the top of the pier. Then you were lying. Oh, now, look. I tell you, I won't try it. Get away from me. You know, it's funny. Adident Shakespeare was more right than he knew. There is a tide in the affairs of men which sometimes leads to fortune. In your case, brother, you missed expense account total including transportation and incidentals. Home $403.50 remarks. Tony Heffernan's in jail where he belongs. Bill. Bill Winslow is somewhere in a boat where he belongs. Ed Rollins pull through. He and Virginia will get married next month. Yours truly, Johnny Dollar. Now here is our star to tell you about next week's story. Next week, the plot revolves around On's hat. And if you want to know what that means, well, join us, won't you? Yours truly, Johnny Dollar. Yours truly, Johnny Dollar, starring Bob Bailey, originates in Hollywood and is produced and directed by Jack Johnstone. Today's story was written by Robert Rice. Heard in our cast were Virginia Gregg, Larry Dobkin, Herb Ellis, Tony Barrett, Frank Nelson and Ben Wright. Be sure to join us next week, same time and station, for another exciting story of yours truly, Johnny Dollar. This is Dan Cubberly speaking. Yours truly, Johnny Dollar has been a presentation of the United States Armed Forces Radio and Television Sam.

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[Adam Graham]

Welcome back. Well, we got a nice story in an exotic location, which wouldn't have been hard for the writer of Dangerous Assignment, Robert Rife to come up with. And we were also given a fair number of suspects. Kind of a typical Robert Rife ending and I found it pretty entertaining. Also we got a double dose of Donald Bellwether which is kind of unique, so what's not to like? Alright, well now we turn to listener comments and feedback and we received a lot of comments. Positive comments regarding the Price of Fame Matter. We start over on Spotify where Bernard writes, I always stop to listen to this episode when it pops up and Harrison said an episode with Virginia Gregg, Howard McNear and Vincent Price. So much fun. And Vicki just says wonderful episode. Well thanks so much. Then over on Instagram Brains Benton writes, what a charming episode. I had no idea that Vincent Price starred on Johnny Dollar. Bob Bailey and Price had such good chemistry. What a fun way to use Price's well known love for culture in a great Adventure with Johnny Dollar. Loved it. Well thanks so much. Greg H. 64 writes, the Saint needs help so he engages Johnny Dollar. Great episode. Well thanks so much. Greg and I like the connection. Actually the very first time we played the Price of Fame Matter, I worked the schedule so that we had the Saint and Johnny Dollar playing at the same time. And then swallow69 writes, I love this. And then over on YouTube Jeffrey writes, wow, what a great episode. My hero and beloved guest star Vincent Price and the cast loved it. Thanks so much. And I will say that in general Vincent Price is a really good guest star. I loved him of course course in Batman as Egghead and we did last year our summer of Batman Villains and old time Radio. So I got to watch an Egghead serial and he was great in that. And I was also doing supplemental reviews on the website and I reviewed an episode of the Snoop Sisters in which he appeared and he was just fantastic as a guest star, kind of playing an over the top version of himself. Just such an entertaining personality. And in the same vein over on the site called X Daniel says great episode. It makes me want to re listen to Vincent in the Saint. And then we have an email here and Victor writes hello from the Road this week we are near St. Louis from the Lamire Art Fair. My wife Jennifer is insectworks.com I might be misrecalling but I think there might have been a donation a while back where I just saw that name and didn't know who it was from. So thanks. That said, the reason I'm writing is I spend every waking moment listening to podcasts. Almost all of them are some flavor of your great detectives.net offering. What motivated me to write today is that I know the survey showed that the Bob Bailey version of Johnny Dollar is everyone's favorite. But in my opinion, from a writing perspective, I think Nightbeat and Broadway is my beat are at the top of the list. But let's not forget Dragnet and all of Jack Webb and the spin off TV that he inspired. When we are not on the road, we live in Corvallis, Oregon. So this is a shout out from a sister Aid. We transit your state several times a year on i84. All the best victories. Well, thank you so much Victor. And i84 is definitely something we're quite familiar with, at least the few miles of it in the Treasure Valley. Glad to hear from you. And actually we were in your state most recently. This is actually the first episode I'm recording. After we got back from our trip, which was to Oregon and most of the trip was down I84, we traveled over to Rockaway beach, which in theory you could drive straight through in about nine hours, but in my opinion not a great idea with a three year old. So we broke up the trip into a couple of days both ways and really just some very beautiful country along I84. And then when you got to the highway and we we went to Rockaway beach to ride the Oregon Scenic Railway. And there were two reasons for this. One, my son's really into railroads right now and riding a real train was a big thrill for him. And scenic railways were also something my father in law really appreciated. He loved the railroad in Hocking Hills, so it was kind of a way to remember him as well. And we also got to see the ocean. And one of the things we learned on the railway is that Rockaway beach used to be the big vacation destination on the Oregon coast. And people would come in by rail as families. They would go on vacation starting on the weekends and then on Sunday night all of the men would leave and go back to work in Portland and then return on the Friday train. All the families came down to wait for what they called the Daddy train. And then generally at the end of the weekend the whole family would go back to Portland. But then with cars, other locations surpassed Rockaway Beach. But still a really nice country was great too be able to see the ocean, which I don't get to see a whole lot of living here in Idaho. I do love the scenic railroad experience because every time I've been on one of these trains they're always done with so much love. And it's just a great way to experience history. So if you've got one near you, I can't recommend it enough. And if you are planning to go to Portland during the summer, they are less than a two hour drive and like I said, it's a beautiful drive from Portland to Rockaway Beach. And they'll either be running the diesel or they also do have a steam engine, which we got a ride and that was fun. But if not going to Portland, maybe there's one near you. I was actually surprised to find there's another railway. I thought the Oregon Scenic Railroad was the closest one, but there's actually another one in Sumter, Oregon, but there's. And they're only two hours away but their schedules a little less regular. So hopefully we can go and do that sometime in the future. But again, that was the big highlight of my trip and might be a worthwhile thing if it sounds of interest to you to do this summer as well. All right. Well, now it's time to thank our Patreon supporter of the day. And I want to go ahead and thank you, Christine, patreon supporter since November 2023, currently supporting the podcast at the shamus level of $4 or more per month. Thank you so much for your support, Christine. 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. We will be back next Friday with another episode of Yours truly, Johnny Dollar. Next Thursday we'll get started with an adaptation of the Moonstone. Join us back here tomorrow for Dragnet.

[Bill Winslow]

Where it was on Commercial street that.

[Johnny Dollar]

You were held up.

[Bill Winslow]

That's right, Commercial. Right near Alameda. Almost to the corner where they're tearing those buildings down. Man flagged me down. Looked like his car was stalled. Yes. Always make it a habit to stop when I see somebody in trouble. I know how it is that time of the morning. No gas stations open. Figured maybe the fella needed a shove or something.

[Johnny Dollar]

So you stopped to give him a.

[Bill Winslow]

Hand, is that right? That's what I had in mind. I'd no more stop the car. And he came over. He pointed a gun at me and told me to get out. What'd you do? Well, I asked the fella, what did he want. I told him I didn't have any money. Told him I was on my way into work. What'd he say to that? Didn't say anything. He just opened the car door. It grabbed me by the arm. And pulled me out. I wasn't prepared for it, and I kind of fell out onto the street. Yeah, I still didn't know what he was after. Thought at first he might have been crazy, was gonna kill me.

[Johnny Dollar]

Well, why'd you think he was gonna kill you? Did he threaten you? No.

[Bill Winslow]

But the gun and all, and the way he pulled me out of the car, I just couldn't make it out. I see.

[Johnny Dollar]

Would you go on, please?

[Bill Winslow]

Well, he took my wallet from me, all the money I had, $14. And then he said, don't bother to get up and stay right there for five minutes after I leave. And then he bent down and he hit me in the face. What'd he hit you with? With his fist. Hit me right here in the mouth. You can see the cut right inside my lip here. I know it bled pretty heavy. Yeah, it's a nasty cut.

[Adam Graham]

I hope you'll be with us then. In the meantime, send your comments to Box 13@Great Detectives.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.

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