Hallmark Hall Of Fame and The Whisperer

Summary

The Relic Radio Show - August 19, 2025

Episode Feature: “Hallmark Hall Of Fame: The Death of Captain James Cook” (1954)
Followed by: “The Whisperer: The Fight Game” (1951)
Host: RelicRadio.com

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Overview

This episode of The Relic Radio Show brings listeners two classic radio dramas from the golden age of radio. The first half presents “The Death of Captain James Cook” from the Hallmark Hall of Fame, a dramatization of the famed explorer’s final days among the Hawaiian islands. The second half features “The Fight Game,” an episode of the crime thriller series The Whisperer, where intrigue and danger surround corruption in professional boxing.

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Segment 1: Hallmark Hall of Fame

"The Death of Captain James Cook" (31 Oct 1954)

Main Themes

• Exploration versus intrusion
• Culture clash and colonial impact
• The burden of unintended consequences

Key Discussion Points

Introduction to Captain Cook

• Lionel Barrymore (Host) introduces the broadcast, highlighting Cook as a groundbreaking but modest naval officer who mapped more of the globe than anyone since Columbus.
  • “He rose from the ranks to become the greatest navigator in history and to fill in more of the blank spots on the map of this earth than any other man since the beginning of time.” (00:44)

Arrival in Hawaii

• The crew of HMS Resolution arrives in the “Sandwich Islands” (Hawaii), marveling at the landscape and wondering about the native population.
  • Cook reflects on his ambitions and the toll of discovery:
    • “When I was your age, Mr. Burney, I was ambitious. I dreamed of becoming an officer in the Royal Navy. I even dreamed of leaving my mark on history. And you have, sir, by your second voyage alone, filled in more of the map than any since Columbus.” (03:12)

First Conflict

• Misunderstandings quickly arise when Cook’s men encounter the islanders, leading to violence born of fear and prejudice. Cook chastises his officers for their prejudices, emphasizing the relativity of “civilization.”
  • “Civilized? Mr. Williamson, I find this civilization of yours, Lieutenant, I find somewhat relative.” (07:08)

Reception by Natives

• Islanders mistake Cook for the god Lono, a case of fate and coincidence as his arrival coincides with high-religious festival.
  • “Playing God is no easy task, Mr. Bernie. I find it difficult enough to be a man.” (10:23)
  • “What kind of civilization can they have? It occurred in ours, Mr. Bernier. What happened? We crucified him.” (12:28)

The Aftermath of Contact

• The cost of European arrival is hammered home—Cook’s people consume the island’s resources, sparking famine.
  • “Because of us. There’ll be famine on that island, Lieutenant, and soon. Think you they’ll reverence the name of Lono when that happens?” (16:54)

Breakdown and Tragedy

• Respect between Cook and chief Kamehameha is established but is strained by the larger forces of misunderstanding, theft, and fear.
  • “If Lono is a friend to Kalaniopuu, why did Lono's warrior kill one of Kalaniopuu's people?... Tell your king I am their friend. Tell him that all men are brothers.” (15:03–16:12)
• Tensions rise leading to the fateful event—Cook’s death follows the unraveling of peace.

Reflection

• After Cook’s death, the story questions the legacy of empire and the nature of heroism:
  • “He was not a God. No. Yet he was no ordinary man.” (22:54, Kamehameha)

Notable Quotes

• On the price of exploration:
  • "It's given to few men to walk as gods. The experience is one I'd not by my choosing." (17:47, Cook)
• On the relativity of civilization:
  • “This civilization of yours, Lieutenant, I find somewhat relative.” (07:08, Cook)
• On unintended consequences:
  • “Because of us. There’ll be famine on that island, Lieutenant, and soon.” (16:54, Cook)
• On mortality and history:
  • “Oh Lord, forgive us. We are only men.” (23:18, Cook)

Key Timestamps

• 00:44 - Show and story introduction by Lionel Barrymore.
• 03:12 - Captain Cook’s reflections with Lt. Burney.
• 07:08 - Moral debate after the shooting incident.
• 10:23 - Arrival onshore and the “god” misunderstanding.
• 16:54 - Cook’s regret over the consequences of contact.
• 22:54 - The revelation of mortality and closing reflections.

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Segment 2: The Whisperer

"The Fight Game" (12 Aug 1951)

Main Themes

• Dual identity and infiltration of crime syndicates
• Corruption in sports (boxing)
• Morality, danger, and comic relief in undercover work

Key Discussion Points

The Whisperer’s Mission

• Philip Galt, seemingly a criminal mastermind known as “The Whisperer,” is actually an attorney infiltrating the criminal syndicate to undermine it from within. His unique (formerly injured) voice is his underworld calling card.

Assignment: Control the Fight Game

• Syndicate orders Galt to see that manager Corky Ballou sells fighter Kid Noonan’s contract—using any means necessary.
  • “Jordan. Corky Ballou, fight manager, owns contract of light heavyweight Kid Noonan. Persuade him to sell. The method is your responsibility.” (30:27)

Galt’s Real Agenda

• Galt uses his inside knowledge to sabotage the syndicate’s latest plan, protects Corky, and tries to ensure promising boxer Kid Noonan’s career isn’t ruined by racketeers.

Humor and Tension with Ellen

• Banter with Ellen Norris adds levity and a bit of romance.
  • “You know, it'd be a shame if his future in boxing were suddenly cut off, wouldn't it?” (39:03, Galt)
  • “Subtlety? With a miniature atom bomb in your pocket?” (41:07, Ellen Norris, referring to Galt’s booby-trapped cigarette case)

Unfolding the Corruption

• Galt investigates, learning that Kid Noonan is being frozen out because Ballou won’t sell to the syndicate. Promoters are afraid to work with him, and “official” channels (the boxing commission, notably Mr. Jordan) are implicated.
  • “It's a double squeeze, Jordan. No fighters available and the promoters won't play with Corky.” (49:04, Galt)

Climax at the Training Camp

• At Rosedale Lake, Galt, Ellen, and reporter Tommy Farrell race to stop a murder attempt on Corky.
• Villainous Jordan and his hired killer Smitty confront the heroes in a dramatic standoff, with Galt using a fake explosive to distract and defeat them.

Resolution

• Corruption is exposed. The threat to Corky is ended, and the scandal promises to shake up the fight game and syndicate influence thanks to the press.
  • “They won’t be able to keep Kid Noonan from getting fights now—not when every newspaper in the country exposes the syndicate moving in on a boxing game.” (57:04, Galt)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the syndicate’s methods:
  • “Gangsters are trying to take over the fight game, sonny.” (36:14, Corky)
• On Ellen’s nerves:
  • “Subtlety? With a miniature atom bomb in your pocket?” (41:07, Ellen Norris)
• Comic relief:
  • “Deliver me to my slap happy gadgeteer.” (41:14, Ellen)
• The ruse with the cigarette case:
  • “What is it? That case. It’s… There’s enough dynamite in there—no don’t press!” (55:50, Ellen; a ploy by Galt to create panic and distraction)
• Final reflection:
  • “It would be real nice up here in the clouds if there are only two of us.” (57:14, Galt, hinting at the romantic subplot)

Key Timestamps

• 30:27 – Syndicate’s directive for Galt (“The Whisperer”)
• 32:38 – Comic back-and-forth with Ellen Norris
• 36:14 – Corky describes the syndicate’s boxing takeover
• 41:07 – The “explosive” cigarette case scene
• 49:00 – Galt confronts Jordan on boxing commission corruption
• 55:34 – Rosedale Lake showdown and resolution
• 57:04 – Aftermath; press exposes syndicate

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Notable Quotes by Speakers & Timestamps

• Lionel Barrymore (Host, Hallmark Hall of Fame):
  • “He rose from the ranks to become the greatest navigator in history...” (00:44)
• Captain Cook:
  • “It’s given to few men to walk as gods. The experience is one I’d not by my choosing.” (17:47)
• Philip Galt / The Whisperer:
  • “You know, it'd be a shame if his future in boxing were suddenly cut off, wouldn't it?” (39:03)
  • “Subtlety? With a miniature atom bomb in your pocket?” (41:07, Ellen Norris to Galt)
• Ellen Norris:
  • “Subtlety? With a miniature atom bomb in your pocket?” (41:07)
  • “Deliver me to my slap happy gadgeteer.” (41:14)

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Conclusion

This episode of The Relic Radio Show immerses listeners in the moral complexity and high human drama of both historical and contemporary (for their time) settings. The “Hallmark Hall of Fame” portion places the listener amid the cultural misunderstandings and tragic consequences of early European exploration, while “The Whisperer” uncovers the gritty underbelly of sport’s corruption, blending action and wit. Both stories stand as compelling testaments to radio drama’s power to mirror real-world dilemmas, raise questions about morality, and entertain.

Transcript

[Relic Radio Host]

This is the Relic Radio Show, Old time radio entertainment still standing the test of time from relicradio.com.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Welcome back to.

[Relic Radio Host]

The Relic Radio show, your weekly hour of radio drama every [e-mail] our first story comes from the Hallmark hall of Fame. Hear the death of Captain James Cook from October 31, 1954. After that, it's the Whisperer and the fight game from August 12, 1951.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Remember, a hallmark card when you care enough to send the very best. From Hollywood, the makers of Hallmark cards bring you a true story from the life of Captain James Cook on the Hallmark hall of Fame. And here is our distinguished host, Mr. Lionel Barrymore. Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Hallmark hall of Fame. Tonight, the true story of the violent and tragic climax in the career of a quiet, shy naval officer. He rose from the ranks to become the greatest navigator in history and to fill in more of the blank spots on the map of this earth than any other man since the beginning of time. His name post Captain James Cook, Royal Navy. Now here's Frank Goss. You can say Merry Christmas in the very merriest way you can wish Christmas joy and words of reverence and faith with a Hallmark card that says what you want to say just the way you want to say it. And the familiar Hallmark and crown on the back of your Christmas cards tells your friends, too that you cared enough to send the very best. Lionel Barrymore appears by arrangement with Metro Goldwyn Mayor, producers of the color picture Athena and starring Jane Powell, Edmund Purdom, Debbie Reynolds and Vic deone. And now, Mr. Barrymore brings you our true story from the life of Captain James Cook on the Hallmark hall of Fame. The Central Pacific in this January of 1779 is no better chartered than the Milky Way. This island cove no more familiar landscape than the face of the moon. But to the crew of His Majesty ship Resolution, the landfall is more or less routine. In the two and a half years since leaving Plymouth dockside, they've grown accustomed to this coming out and mourning to find anchorage on an unknown coast in an unmapped sea. O feather, bring her athwart the wind. If you please, Mr. Bligh. Ay, sir. Back to the topsail. Look sharp now. Find the deep state. We'll heave to Mr. Bligh and wait here for Lieutenant Williamson and the shore party. Aye, aye, sir. Reach Duncan. Prepare to reach me too. Let go of the stars. Strange. It's almost as though I was coming home. What's that, sir? Huh? Oh, I didn't See you, Lieutenant. You want something? The Discovery's acknowledged our signal, sir. She's standing by for further instruction. Thank you, Lieutenant. Aye, aye, sir. Captain Cook, sir. Yeah? This is the island with a volcano, isn't it? One the natives call O Y E. That's right. It's beautiful, isn't it, sir? Like a paradise. I mean, after all those months up in the Aleutians and the Bering Strait and the ice pack coming back here to the Sandwich Islands. Even though we've never been to this particular island before. I guess nobody has. But it's almost like. Well, like coming home. Lieutenant Burney. Yes, sir. But how did you. I mean, no. When I was your age, Mr. Burney, I was ambitious. I dreamed of becoming an officer in the Royal Navy. I even dreamed of leaving my mark on history. And you have, sir, by your second voyage alone, filled in more of the map than any since Columbus. And when I returned to London, my wife was an acquaintance, my children strangers. And so I accepted the command of the Greenwich Naval Hospital. Six months later, I volunteered to make this voyage. I was homesick for the Pacific. I'll be in my cabin, Mr. Burney. Lieutenant Williamson should be ashore by now. Send him to me as soon as he returns. Aye, aye, sir. I wish I'd had the shore party, sir. What sort of men are they, I wonder, who live in paradise. Oh, Polynesians, I fancy, Mr. Bernie. Like the Tahitians. Yes, more or less. You think they'll be friendly, then? All men are friendly, Mr. Burney, if you are their friend. Those were gunshots, sir. Lieutenant Williamson must have found trouble on the beach or brought it. Hoist signal for the shore party to return at once. Aye, aye, sir. Perhaps it was only some sort of signal between the boats. Or a mistake of some sort. Quite possibly, Lieutenant, a fatal mistake. And then this mob of savages seized our boat and lifted it bodily out of the water. But we called on them to desist, banged at their knuckles with our oars. And this one chap, a big fellow, practically a giant, seemed to be their leader. I pointed my musket at him, and.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

When he tried to wrench it out.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Of my hands, naturally I fired both barrels, arrested, and grabbed up the corpse and ran yelling into the woods. After all, sir, what would you have done in my place? Better I trust, Lieutenant. You're aware of my order, that one barrel of each gun is to be loaded with harmless bird shot. And that the other will be fired only in case of dire peril. Well, the peril was dire, all right, sir. It was an ugly looking brute. Evil. Murderous. I suppose it didn't occur to you that these natives might merely have been helping you to beat your craft. Sir, I see no point in taking chances with a pack of howling savages. Don't you? Mr. Williamson, naval law would permit me to have you keel hauled and flogged for disobedience of orders. Moral law would compel me to hang you from the yard arm as a murderer.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

A murderer?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Why, sir, that's absurd. Is it? You killed a man, I believe. He wasn't a man, sir. He was a native. A savage. Not as though he were civilized. Civilized? Mr. Williamson, I've sailed the Pacific from the southern ice cap to the Arctic Circle. From the Barrier Reef to the Bering Strait. I've seen the people of it. Aye, and lived among them. Miris, Tongans, Australians, Eskimos, headhunters, cannibals, all the rest of it. And I have yet to see starving men ignored as on the London streets. Nor children beaten as in a Chelsea workhouse. Aye. Nor human beings living so much like beasts. As those who inhabit the forecastles of the Royal Navy. This civilization of yours, Lieutenant, I find somewhat relative. All right, Mr. Williamson, we're going ashore. Lift your oars. The serp will carry us in. Hi, sir. Well, there are your civilized savages, Captain. At the edge of the wood. Must be hundreds of them just standing there. Yes, chiefs among them. They'd be the ones in the feather cloaks. Why don't they move or shout or something, sir? Why do they just stand there? Look, I'm going to wade in. Remain in the boats. You'll not fire without orders. But, Captain, you can't go onto that beach alone. Sir. Captain Cook, sir. All right, men, beach the boat. We're going with him. We come as friends.

[Ellen Norris]

No.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

They're throwing away their spears and clubs, falling on the sand. Most peculiar oven. All I must get. They must think the captain's some sort of God. Really absurd. Not even a gentleman. We've had the banquet. Now for the after dinner oratory. There's some banquets. Dried grass and uncooked. Oh, no.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Better than being the main course.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

That chap over there looks as though he'd prefer me roasted and sliced. Mr. Bernie. Yes, sir. What do you make of this language? Little Tahitian, sir. Same route, I fancy. Can you follow it? I can try, sir. He's the one called Kamehameha, isn't he? Yes, sir. Means the lonely one. Some sort of relative to their chief king. Bar Sinister, I gather. Seems to Be telling a legend, sir. Lono, O God of the new year, sailed into the sunrise when the mountain was young. New Year, it seems. He was supposed to return on a floating island with tall trees carried by white wings across the sea. And behold, the island has come into the bay. And behold, this day is the day of the new year. It's incredible, sir. A lucky coincidence. Perhaps. But playing God is No easy task, Mr. Bernie. I find it difficult enough to be a man. You'll have to go through with it, won't you, sir? I mean, there might be trouble if you didn't. Yes, maybe trouble anyway, if I fail. These people shouldn't be too hard to convince, sir. After all, they're pretty primitive. No, that's just it. They're not. That's complex. Society I've met in the whole Pacific, Captain. Men who turn a passing stranger into a God. What kind of civilization can they have? It occurred in ours, Mr. Bernier. Really, sir. What happened? We crucified him. In just a moment, we'll bring you the second act of the Hallmark hall of Fame. This year, wouldn't you like to have your Christmas cards imprinted with your name addressed and ready to mail weeks before Christmas? Well, you can this week stop at a fine store where Hallmark cards are featured. You'll find a larger than ever selection of Hallmark Christmas cards. You can make your choice unhurriedly, comfortably from the Hallmark Christmas albums. You may well prefer the new Hallmark Slim Jims, longer slender cards that capture in a contemporary design the full old fashioned spirit of Christmas. Or if you have a taste for fine art, you'll be delighted by the delicacy and charm of Hallmark Christmas cards by famous artist Hulda. And the perfect choice, if you like witty cards done in the modern manner, is one of artist Steinberg's exclusive Hallmark designs. But do choose now the Hallmark Christmas cards to be imprinted with your name and delivered soon. Visit a fine store that features Hallmark cards for Christmas. Certainly is an occasion when you carry enough to send the very best. And now, Lionel Barrymore brings you the second act of our true story from the life of Captain James Cook. The crews of His Majesty, ship's Resolution and Discovery spent several weeks in the island paradise, refitting for the voyage back to the icy waters of the Northern Pacific. The work proceeded rapidly under the stern eye of Resolution's sailing master, one William Bligh. Later to sail back to these waters and face a mutiny as captain of his own vessel, His Majesty ship Bounty. Meanwhile, Captain James Cook walked the beach of Kealakua Bay, an unwilling God. It is not given many men to speak the words of gods. Tell Kalani Opuu that among friends, the eyes and the heart speak but one tongue. If Lono is a friend to Kalaniopuu, why did Lono's warrior kill one of Kalaniopuu's people? Tell the king that. That I have great sorrow for this to my Amaya. The one who. Who was responsible did not understand that we were friends. He. He was afraid. Tell your king I am their friend. Tell him that all men are brothers. I believe that the heli colonial Pu' u speaks, that our trees are few and the needs of Lono great. You will have the posts set before the temple pulled from the sand and given to the warriors of Lono. I thank the king, but I would not destroy the beauty of this place. Let the temple stand, for soon we must continue on our mission. Aoli. Some among us that Lono not a God, but a man like other men. It is not truth. We have heard your gentle words and seen your ways with our people. It is true, Lono. You are our God. Cargo all loaded and secure, sir. Ready to sail. Thank you, Mr. Bernie. We'll get underway at once. Aye, aye, sir. Well, Lieutenant, we're leaving your paradise. Any regrets? Aye, sir. We've been in the Pacific for nearly three years, Captain. We took a fancy to this high living. We're only men, after all. That's why we're leaving, Mr. Bernie. We have no right to invade their world, rob them, loan o the God. Bringing gifts of cloth and beads and fishing hooks. And taking their winter's worth of food, cutting their trees heavy with unripe crops to patch a ship's side. Because of us. There'll be famine on that island, Lieutenant, and soon think you they'll reverence the name of Lono when that happens. But it couldn't be helped, sir. We had to do it. Aye. If we're to finish our work. You think I'd have permitted it otherwise?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

No.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

It's given to few men to walk as gods. The experience is one I'd not by my choosing. Repeat. Boysen, pipe all hands. Man the captains. Mr. Bly. Foreign main, Thomas Stasos. Three reefs in the topsails. Ready the sheet hole. Taking. Shout out. Street ball sail. Bring it to the wind, Mr. Blythe. Aye, aye, sir. Double lash cargo, Mr. Birney. Aye, aye, sir. Almost. Crowd back. Ease. All hands. Pilots, look to the stage. Good. Inclus. Foremost Macbeth. Hold her to the wing, Mr. Blythe. We'll ride out the blow and then put back for repair. Captain. But I thought you said I'd not by choice return. I, Mr. Bernie. Not by my truth. Wait. Well, it's uncanny, sir. The beach is like the landscape of a nightmare.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Empty and yet everywhere.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Eyes staring at us from the jungle, the rocks. When our working parties go ashore, the natives disappear. What's happened, captain? Perhaps they've already discovered our clay feet. Mr. Burnin, it's not just one thing. It's everything. Ever since we went ashore this morning. Thefts, for instance. Thefts? I know We've been traveled with Pilferidge on every island in the Pacific, but we never had it here before. What's been stolen? It's nothing serious so far. An axe, a pair of hammers, some line. But it slows the work. We'd give them what they wanted of the things. Why should they steal from us? Perhaps we've lost our immunity. Our godlike immunity. Signal from Discovery, Captain. Thank you, Mr. Bligh. Trouble, Captain. Discovery's longboat has been stolen during the night. The longboat? What will we do, captain? The natives must know we can't ignore a loss like that. Hold all working parties aboard. Mr. Blyde. Lieutenant Williamson. Aye, aye, sir. Perform a squad of marines and ready a boat. Aye, aye, sir. I gather, Captain, that you intend to show of force. No, Lieutenant. I intend a show of faith. Kamayamaya, why are your people angered? This gives me much sorrow. Many among our people speak anger. Lono is the God of life. They say to our sands he brought death. In this, they have anger. Lono is the God of plenty. On our sands, he has left want. In this, they have anger. Lono is the God of love, but his men have taught us hate. In this, they have anger. Tell them that I return only because of the storm, that I will bring no evil. We will take no food. We seek only to repair our mast, and then we will leave. Had Lono the God no power over the storm? Lono has a mission to perform. It's for the good of many, many people from a land far away from here. Then Lono must go to them at once. There is anger between our people and fear. But there is no anger between Kalani, Opu and Lono. And no fear. Let the king come to the ship of Lono. And let them feast together that all shall know what is in our hearts. The love of Lono is in the heart of Kalaniopuu. But he is not a God unto his people, but only a king. Their will must be his Will his heart would go with Lono. His feet must follow the path of his people. It cannot be as Lono asks. We're hemmed in here, sir. The men can't level their muskets. I get them back to the surf. Form a line by the boats. Aye, sir. Now, what about the old king? Shall we escort him? No. For he to come with us now, we'd oblige to kill some of these people. Aye, sir. Column two. Big step, huh?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

We'd better go, sir.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

You go with the other men, Lieutenant. I'll join you with the longboat. But, sir. I want to tell Kamehameha. Maya goodbye. Is my friend. Yes, sir. Gamayer. Yes, Lono? Tell your king it is true. I am not a God. I am a man as he is a man. Tell him I had hoped to bring love and friendship to his island, not death and poverty. Tell him I failed as other men have failed. For this I am deeply sorry. I cannot tell him these things, Lono, for they are not true. Among many men, you are of God. And so I shall always believe. Go now, before my people's anger overcomes them. Goodbye, Kamehameha. Oh Lord, forgive us. We are only man. Ahoy. Who goes there? Looks like one of them canoes, sir. Fetch me a lantern. Isa. It's Kamehameha. What's he doing here? After getting I have brought. All right. Come aboard. Don't sack, sir. Is it? Is it? Ay. Get to your post. Aye, sir. He said he would like a place called Stepney in England. He's a house there. Will you take him to this place? He'll be buried at sea. I think it was his home. He spoke the truth. He was not a God. No. Yet he was no ordinary man. No ordinary man. Mr. Barrymore will return in just a moment. Tonight I'd like to tell you more about the new Hallmark advent cards. The 24 day cards that have never before been made in America. Each Hallmark Advent card is designed with 24 little door like openings cleverly disguised to be lifted up one each day during the Advent season from December 1st to Christmas Eve. Each little lift up reveals a new picture or verse. Some of these Hallmark Advent cards tell of the first Christmas with beautiful biblical paintings and scriptures unfolding the story day by day. What an unforgettable way to teach children of Christ's birth. Another Hallmark Advent card shows in a map of 24 hidden pictures all the Christmas customs around the world. And one card is a stand up house with windows you peek into each day to See and read of the night before Christmas. These large, intricately designed cards are a completely new delight for youngsters and for adults, too. They bring more meaning and anticipation to the Christmas season. You can read the interesting story of these Hallmark Advent cards in the current issue of Coronet magazine. And you can see them now on display at the fine stores that feature Hallmark cards. Hallmark Advent cards should be mailed in November, so make your choice soon. And now here is Lionel Barrymore. You know, Frank, while you were describing those new Hallmark Advent cards, I was reminded of some words Cicero once wrote. He said not only is there art in doing a thing, but also a certain art in teaching it. That's it. Art in teaching. And it seems to me these new Advent cards, while reminding us of the true joys of Christmas, make it easier for parents to teach their children about the spiritual significance of the season. Well, next week we'll bring you the true story of an amazing man, a 17th century doctor whose name was William Harvey. And we'll welcome back a dear friend, Mr. Herbert Marshall, as our star. And you know, next Tuesday something very significant takes place. Election day voting is not only a privilege of every citizen, but its first duty. Only if every voter casts a ballot can public servants have certain knowledge that their actions reflect the will of the people. Be sure you vote next Tuesday. Well, until next Sunday then, when our star will be Herbert Marshall. This is Lionel Barrymore saying good night.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Look for Hallmark cards that are sold.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Only in stores that have been carefully selected to give you expert and friendly service. Remember a Hallmark card when you carry not to send the very best. Our producer director is William Prugh. Our script by Robert Libet. Van Wright was heard as Captain James Cook. Featured as Kamehameha was Mel Mana. Others heard in our cast were Edgar Barrier, Richard Peel, Jack Moyles, Larry Dobkin and John K. Bright. Next Sunday, an exciting story of Daniel Boone will be told on the Hallmark hall of Fame. On television, this is Frank Goss saying good night to you until next week at the same time when you'll hear a true story from the life of William Harvey starring Herbert Marshall. The following week, an exciting incident from the life of Dr. Rebecca Lee Dorsey starring Helen Hayes on the Hallmark hall of Fame. This is the CBS Radio Network. The Whisperer.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

The Whisperer. The Whisperer. Jordan. Corky Ballou, fight manager, owns contract of light heavyweight kid Noonan. Get Noonan's manager right, you will persuade Baloo to sell Noonan's contract. Buy Noonan's contract. One of Blue refuses. You will Persuade him. The method is your responsibility. You will not fail. Presenting the Whisperer, starring Carlton Young. The Whisperer, a brilliant man who losing his voice in an accident which crushed his vocal cords, worked his way deep within the crime syndicate to help destroy it. From within to the underworld, his familiar rattling hiss is the voice of authority to be obeyed without question. Then a miracle of surgery performed by Dr. Benjamin Lee restored his natural voice, enabling him to resume his real identity. Now as Philip Gault, aggressive young attorney, he skirts the thin edge of death living his dual role. For as the Whisperer, he sets in motion the forces of the Syndicate in Central City. Then as Philip Gault uses his knowledge to fight the organized network of crime which seeks to control the fate of millions in cities and towns across the nation. Now, in Philip Golf's oak paneled law office, we find him at the telephone, speaking in the voice of the Whisperer, making his report to a superior in the syndicate in New York. Hello, New York. Jordan given instructions? We'll advise later.

[Ellen Norris]

Aha.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Aha yourself. What's in that pretty head of yours, Brain?

[Ellen Norris]

I just figured out something.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Now what?

[Ellen Norris]

Well, under ordinary circumstances, when you give out with that horrible voice of your alter egos, you instruct someone to kill someone else and. And then you have to break your neck to stop the killing you started in the first place.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

In the second place, sweetheart, the syndicate starts it.

[Ellen Norris]

Well, anyway, our whole evening is ruined.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Okay, so?

[Ellen Norris]

So tonight I notice you didn't give instructions to have anybody killed. Ergo, that means you don't have to involve yourself in that horrible syndicate business and you can devote your full attention to paying attention to me.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

But Ellen.

[Ellen Norris]

Yeah?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

It'll be a pleasure.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, no.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

What's the matter?

[Ellen Norris]

Well, you agree with me.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Well, don't I always?

[Ellen Norris]

Well, you've got that backwards. It's not don't you always? It's you always.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Don't you know what I was thinking? Should I know a place where we can have a nice leisurely dinner, look soulfully into each other's eyes over coffee with soft music in the background, and then emerge into the evening in search of entertainment?

[Ellen Norris]

Honest, Phil, no syndicate business at all?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Well, nothing pressing. Now relax, sweetheart. You won't be able to digest your food properly if you don't.

[Ellen Norris]

O, it's been so long, so long.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Since we had an evening like this.

[Ellen Norris]

Uhhuh. Every second I think something's going to come along and spoil it.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Nothing can only this thing tonight with Jordan. Why would the syndicate be interested in buying out a fighter's Contract?

[Ellen Norris]

I don't know and I don't want to think about it. Look at that woman's hat over there.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Lovely. Of course, it's the fight game. And fighting's been a source of income for gamblers, touts and fixers almost since boxing took up the Marquess of Queensberry rule.

[Ellen Norris]

It isn't lovely, it's monstrous.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

What is?

[Ellen Norris]

That hat. You haven't been listening to me.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Every word. Now, as soon as you put away that lipstick, we can sally forth and find us some entertainment.

[Ellen Norris]

Hmm? Any idea what kind of. In the show at the Circle. It got wonderful reviews.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

As a matter of fact, I have an idea.

[Ellen Norris]

Wonderful. Darling, don't tell me. Let it be a surprise.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

This last round may have a knockout.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

In it because Sullivan's knees are buckling.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

And there it comes. A hard left to the middle and uppercut. The snap. All this battling. Abbey is dynamite. Sullivan is groggy, his eyes are glassy, and I think. Yes, the referee is stopping. It's a TKO for battling.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Entertainment. Sweetheart.

[Ellen Norris]

So do you, if it fits in with your plan.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I didn't have any plans. Now, you sit tight. This won't take but five minutes.

[Ellen Norris]

What won't?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Bill G. Where are you going?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Back to the dressing rooms. I want to speak to Kid Noonan's manager. Oh, you understand. And I don't want you pushing so much tonight. This boy is a counter boxer. He doesn't leave. He waits for you to open up and then he counters.

[Ellen Norris]

He.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Yeah, what is it? My name is Gall. I'd like to talk to you. Corky, no, not now. What kind of brains you got, Golf? The kid's going out there in a few minutes. Sorry, I didn't know you were giving him last minute instructions. Well, I. I'm all sprung with them anyway. Keep those muscles rippling over here, Golf. We can talk for a couple minutes anyway. Okay. Nice boy. Yeah, he's coming. Coming? Not up there yet, but a comer. If I can get him fights.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Yeah, why can't you?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Gangsters are trying to take over the fight game, sonny. Lay down, Kid. Relax, relax. Gangsters? Yeah. That have anything to do with your face looking like it had an argument with a buzzsaw? You're not so dumb, Golf. But I don't understand why anybody beat you up. Betty, you don't understand. Look, what can I do for you? Well, I was wondering if Kid Noonan's up for sale. You too? Me too, what? Wanting to buy the Kid. Oh, who else wanted to buy him? A guy who wouldn't take no for an answer. And then gave me this going over, but it was still no. Yeah, to him and to you. The kid is my boy, and I'm keeping him if I can figure a way to get him some frights. You don't know this gangster? No. He called himself by some name, didn't he, Smitty? That tell you anything? You're like a fighter with both eyes closed in there, swinging against the champ. This Smitty said he was representing someone else. A certain group is the way he put it. But I know who that certain group is. These gangsters, the syndicate, Sonny, they've been trying to buy their way into the fight game for months. Oh, to rig the betting, things like that. You're getting the idea. Control who wins what fight, who gets the big buildup for champ. And they're forcing you to sell by making it tough for you to get fights.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Sure.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

If I can't get fights for my boy, what good is he to me? I might as well sell him. How do they go about keeping you from getting matches? Look, getting the right fights arranged for your boy ain't easy. In the first place, you gotta pick your spots. See that he comes along gradually, doesn't get in over his head. But my boy happens to have a good right hand, and a lot of fighters don't want to get in the ring with him. But you just said. That's just part of it, Sonny. To get a match, I gotta go through a promoter. Somebody who hires the hall, arranges for the promotion, selling tickets, publicity. Well, I'm having trouble with the promoters lately, too. You mean the promoters are playing along with this syndicate you mentioned? Maybe playing along, Maybe being forced to play along. Have you taken us up with the boxing commissioners? Oh, what's the use? What are they gonna do about it? Look, I gotta take my boy out there now. This may be his last fight for a long time. Suppose I take it up with the Boxing commission? You go ahead. Fella by the name of Jordan's your best bet.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Jordan? Yeah.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

You know, I might, and I might, as a lawyer, be able to get Kid Noonan some fights. Well, you can try. I'll give you a list of the boys I'd like to match him with. If you do. If I do, I'll buy your tickets to the kids fights for the next 10 years.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Another from Kid Noonan. What a sweetheart of a fighter. With dynamite of his right hand. And Lexi Johnson's got a lot of respect for it. There's the end of the first round, folks.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Here's a word about wet.

[Ellen Norris]

Nice shoulders on Kid Noonan.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Seems to have a lot of promise, doesn't he?

[Ellen Norris]

He can promise me something any old time.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

You know, it'd be a shame if this future in boxing were suddenly cut off, wouldn't it?

[Ellen Norris]

You mean the syndicate?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

The kids in the middle, like between the frying pan and the fire.

[Ellen Norris]

Why?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Because if Corky won't sell his contract, the Kid won't be able to get any fights. And if the syndicate does buy him, it'll be for their own purposes. Fixed fights, ponies, gambling, coups. Nice, huh?

[Ellen Norris]

What can you do about it, sir?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I can stick my nose in and smell around anyway. Now, here comes the second round. It's the second round. They come out of their corners and even besides.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Oh, Shrutter, keep an eye wild this time. There's a slashing. Now the right crosses over. Lefty's on the rope. Hanging on. Oh, it's a cinch. Now he's got all the time in the world. There it is. Johnson's down a short right. It didn't travel. As we pick up the count, it's six, seven, eight, nine and out.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Let's go, Alan. I want to see someone.

[Ellen Norris]

Syndicate business?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

No, my own. I'm going to find out about a man named Jordan who's on the boxing commission and how the syndicate goes about keeping Kid and Noonan from getting fights. Ellen.

[Ellen Norris]

Huh?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

This fellow Jordan I called up when I used the Whisperer's voice to give instruction.

[Ellen Norris]

What about him?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Corky?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Baloo told me the man to see on the boxing commission is named Jordan, too.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, the same one?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Could be. I don't know. Pressing that cigarette lighter, will you, sweetheart?

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, no. Oh, no.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

What?

[Ellen Norris]

It'll set off another one of your gadgets.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

No, I just want a cigarette. Here, take one out of my jacket pocket and light it for me, will you?

[Ellen Norris]

All right.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

No, not that case. Put it back. There's an open package of cigarettes in my pocket.

[Ellen Norris]

What's the matter with the case, Ellen? What?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Don't press that catch. The case is loaded.

[Ellen Norris]

Loaded with what?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Enough explosive to blow this car to kingdom come. Now put it back in my pocket.

[Ellen Norris]

Bill Galt, is this another gadget of yours?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

A kind of deadly gadget, Ellen. Now just slip it back. Easy. That's fine. Thanks.

[Ellen Norris]

What do you expect to do with it?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

You can never tell when a situation will come up that demands a little subtlety.

[Ellen Norris]

Subtlety With a miniature atom bomb in your pocket. Here. A cigarette.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Thanks.

[Ellen Norris]

Deliver me to my slap happy gadgeteer.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I'LL deliver you right to our destination. And here we are. And please don't divert Mr. Jordan's attention while I'm talking to him. Divert his attention by being so ravishing. You, sir, and you, Ms. Norris. It's a pleasure to meet you.

[Ellen Norris]

It's a pleasure for me just to look at such a beautiful home, Mr. Jordan.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Thank you.

[Ellen Norris]

So, being a boxing commissioner must be a good job.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Oh, no, Miss Norris. It's an honorary job. No fee involved at all. I've been lucky in life, Ms. Norris.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, you. You picked the right. Father left you this beautiful house.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Mr. Gaul. She's priceless. That's what I keep telling her. I can't pay her what she's worth. Now, tell me, will you have a drink? Scotch?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Bourbon?

[Ellen Norris]

No, thanks.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Not for me. Well, I'm going to mix one for myself. If you'll excuse me. Certainly. Well, it's him, see?

[Ellen Norris]

Jordan.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I recognize his voice. The one I spoke to on the phone. Now, what can I do for you, Mr. Galt? Well, frankly, Mr. Jordan, I'm here on serious business. Business that you might not like. I'm an attorney. Oh? I have a client who thinks he's being damaged. Well, have I damaged him? Indirectly, perhaps. That's what I'm here to find out. My client's name is Corky Ballou. Oh, the fight manager? Yes. He manages a boy called. Called Kid Noonan. Yes, Kid Noonan. A good fighter, likely to go places. That's just it, Mr. Jordan. He's not likely to go places at all. Corky can't get a fight for him. No, this one tonight was the last he could arrange. Well, that's odd. The other fight is afraid of him. Perhaps. And perhaps it's that no promoter wants to arrange a fight for him. Mr. Jordan, I think it's possible I may be able to find some kind of monopolistic policy which the courts would frown on. That's an odd thought. I don't know why it's odd. There are monopolies in commerce and industry. Why can't there be monopolies in boxing? Well, I'm not a lawyer. I am. I wanted to ask you why Kid Noonan can't get any fights in this town. Well, frankly, Mr. Gault, I don't know. I see. However, I look into it, if I may. Certainly. And I'll call you in the morning, Mr. Galt. Good evening, Ms. Norris.

[Ellen Norris]

Goodbye.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

It was a pleasure meeting you.

[Ellen Norris]

Still, I don't believe it.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Believe what?

[Ellen Norris]

That Mrs. Mr. Jordan is mixed up in any way with the syndicate.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

He's the Jordan I gave instructions to. He's the one who told someone by the name of Smitty to buy Kid Noonan's contract from Corky Ballou. And when Corky wouldn't sell, Smitty gave him a terrible beating.

[Ellen Norris]

Smitty? He must be one of those syndicate hired killers from out of town.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Uh huh.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Sent here to work on this job with Jordan.

[Ellen Norris]

But Mr. Jordan is so cultured, so refined.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Yes? Come on in with me. Where?

[Ellen Norris]

This drugstore?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Yeah.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I want to make a phone call to New York.

[Ellen Norris]

Ellen, it's about time you got through.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I think you can fit in here with me.

[Ellen Norris]

Why? Feel gold? I'd love to try. What is it?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I just got my instructions from New York. I want you to hear me pass them on. Nice, refined, Mr. Jordan. That's how much you can take a woman's intuition. Hello, Jordan?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Yes.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

New instructions. Corky Baloo will be at his training camp at Rosedale Lake tomorrow. Rosedale Lake tomorrow. Instructions you will see to. You are listening to the Whisperer, the story of Philip Galt, who skirts the thin edges of danger, living his dual roles. After failing in their plan to buy Kid Noonan's contract from his manager, Corky Ballou, the syndicate has instructed the Whisperer to pass on the orders for Corky's death. Now, Philip Galt, alias the Whisperer, must prevent this murder and still retain the secret of his double identity.

[Ellen Norris]

Come in for a minute, Phil.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Thanks.

[Ellen Norris]

And so quiet.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

All the way here, I've been quiet. I've been thinking, Ellen.

[Ellen Norris]

I can see where that would take up your whole attention.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Seriously. We're in it now.

[Ellen Norris]

We? You're the one who always puts us in it, passing along those. Those horrible instructions.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Mm. And I'm right back at the starting point. Jordan will tell his Smitty to kill Corky Ballou. But who is Smitty? What does he look like?

[Ellen Norris]

It's always the same, Phil.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Yes, but in this case, we've got a lead. Rosedale Lake. That's right. Training camp for Corky's fighters. He'll probably get back there late tonight or early tomorrow. And Jordan will have passed on his information to Smitty. It's too bad you have to work tomorrow.

[Ellen Norris]

Who said I have to? Dr. Lee's in Philadelphia. A medical convention. And the office is closed for two whole days.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Oh. Oh, it's a long, grueling trip. And.

[Ellen Norris]

And I love a trip. And Phil, Jordan is slimy. I don't just plain old hate him. I loathe Him.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I know what you mean. But don't let your emotions carry you away.

[Ellen Norris]

Something I wish would happen to you.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

What?

[Ellen Norris]

Here you take me out for an evening, drive me home, I invite you in, and what do you do? Make love to me. Tell me what your emotions are doing to you.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

No. Come here.

[Ellen Norris]

No, thanks.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Come here.

[Ellen Norris]

No.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I said come here.

[Ellen Norris]

Well, if you put it like that.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

The syndicate works in many ways. And this was a new one, even to Phil Gold, alias the Whisperer. With their ramified network operating at top efficiency, they are trying to gain control of a large block of the fighting interest throughout the nation with one tentacle of the giant octopus reaching into Central City. After Phil had said good night to Ellen, he drove back to his apartment trying to figure out how he could put us back stop to the syndicate's plans. Towards morning, he fell into a restless sleep and. Hello? Hello, G. It's speaking. Oh, didn't I awaken you? Yes, you did, Jordan. What time is it? It's half past eight. A good attorney should be out of bed and in his office by this time. Who said I was good? I'm leaving on a little trip, G, and I've got some information for you if you'd like to drop in my office. Sure. Could you make it about half an hour? Right. Simple matter. After all, golf, there's always an explanation for everything. You're referring to Kid Noonan? Yes, that's right. The answer is that there are only two or three fighters who will take a chance with him in the ring. Just a moment. I have a list somewhere in my pocket. Corky Baloo gave it to me. Here it is. Oh, may I see it? Certainly. Those are the fighters Corky like to have Kid Noonan fight, and none of them are available. I was quick checking. You did, Jordan. Huh? Oh, well, it's my business call. When I undertook to become a member of the commission, I decided I'd do the best job I could for the best interests of boxing. I wish more of our public servants had that kind of outlook. Yes, I spoke to two promoters this morning. Both of them have a peculiar attitude about Kid Noonan. Oh? What's that? They don't want to do business with Cocky Balloo. Any particular reason? They both said he was difficult to deal with. And they just as soon fill their cards with fighters not managed by him. So there are two reasons why Kid Noonan won't be able to get fights. No fighters available and the promoters won't play with Corky. That's a double squeeze, Jordan. Well, There you have it, Gault. If Corky wants to fight with the champ. Corky says the kid's not ready for the champ yet. There's nothing else I can tell you. As you can see, there is no indication of a black ball or. How did you say it? Monopolistic practices. It's a pretty quick whitewash, Jordan, but thanks for the promptness anyway. Not at all.

[Ellen Norris]

It's about time you came out.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Ellen, what are you doing here?

[Ellen Norris]

I called you at home. You weren't there. I thought you'd left the road there lake without me, and I was furious. Then I suspected you'd be calling on Jordan. And I looked up his business address and, well, here I am.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

So I see. Ellen, this is going to be dangerous.

[Ellen Norris]

I'm going.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

It's getting more and more complicated, and if I don't spot Smitty, I don't know how to stop this thing. But I did make a phone call. No, not to the syndicate. To a friend of yours.

[Ellen Norris]

Mine?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Well, he was much more attracted to you than he was to me. Tommy Farrell, the reporter. You remember him.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, you're not mixing him up in this show.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

There are two problems we have, sweetheart.

[Ellen Norris]

Let's get started. It's a long drive.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Okay.

[Ellen Norris]

Two problems, he said. I know. One, to save Corky Maloo. And it's fitted.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

That's right. And the second is what's to become of Kid Newman? How's he gonna get fights? Because even if we succeed in saving Corky, the syndicate doesn't forget. And the syndicate won't give up plans to get their hands on Kid Noonan's contract. So you called Tommy Sal Publicity, sweetheart. If the papers make enough noise about a fighter not being allowed to fight, then the syndicate won't press. They can't. The way they operate, it's always got to be undercover.

[Ellen Norris]

Well, what's Tommy going to do?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

First, he wants to make sure what I told him is the truth. He's flying up to Rosedale Lake this afternoon.

[Ellen Norris]

Flying?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Now, one of his pals lends him his helicopter whenever he needs it.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, he's driving, doesn't it?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Aren't you enjoying the drive?

[Ellen Norris]

Yes, Bill. It's what we're driving towards that I'm not enjoying. Oh, beautiful. Phil, look at the sun. You sparkle on the water. And air so cool.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

There's the hotel. We'll drive around the back.

[Ellen Norris]

There's a boxing ring, Phil.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Punching bags, equipment.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Nobody's here, though.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

How about some lunch in the hotel and then we'll look up Corky Maybe he's not here. He'll be here, sweetheart. The syndicate doesn't make mistakes. They said he'd be here. Showing up yet? Ellen, finished with your lunch?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

I'll finish.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Let's go. Then we'll ask around. Corky's the kind of a guy I think wouldn't pass up lunch.

[Ellen Norris]

Tommy. Tommy Barrel.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Where is he? Oh, hi, kids. Just get in, huh? Why don't you look like the cat that ate the canary?

[Ellen Norris]

Me?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

You?

[Ellen Norris]

It wasn't canary. It was chicken for Cassidy. And very good, too. Both healthy for lunch with Phil, I never know if I'll eat dinner at.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

A reasonable hour or if you'll eat it all. From what I can gather. Well, what's the gizmo with Corky Blue? Your things are so urgent. What are you hanging around here for? Where should I hang around this bungalow? Bungalow? Doesn't he live here in the hotel? Of course not. Oh, I forgot. You wouldn't know me. I've been up here so many times. The woods are like little brothers to me. We better hurry. Suppose you hurry, Phil. I'll go down to the lake with Ellen. Fine. Just what I was going to suggest.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, no. You're not getting away like that, Bill Gault. We're coming along. Besides, Tommy has to show you the way.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Then let's go. You didn't see Corky last night? Fell. His face was a mess. Good going over because he wouldn't sell the kid. Now, I'm afraid the ones who want to buy aren't going to stop with a beating. Another syndicate. That's right, Ellen. You're all right.

[Ellen Norris]

All right?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Aren't we? Aren't we near his place? Farrell?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Pretty close.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

They're moving into the boxing racket, huh? Already moved in. Yeah. I kind of smell that here and there. Smell got worse. The only thing that can help is publicity. Lots of it. I'm your boy. Oh, through that brush over there, is that it? Right. There are a couple of more bungalows farther on, but this is the one Corky uses himself. I don't see any signs of him. Let's go in. We can see if he's around. Good. Come in. Come in.

[Ellen Norris]

A gun.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Well, I said come in. I never thought I'd be able to do it. He took his eyes off me. He didn't know I had a gun. I got it late last night. Take it easy, Carl. Yeah, take it easy. What was going on?

[Ellen Norris]

Hey, here he. Sit down.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

He was gonna take me to the lichen, shoot me. Nice business. Because I. I wouldn't sell kids contract. It looks like you tagged another story for me, Gaunt. Yeah. Look, Corky, you haven't got a thing to worry about. I knew what was coming. That's why I came up here. How did you know? Go. Huh? Put up your hands.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

You, Corky.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Drop the gun. So this was the little trip you mentioned, Jordan? Yes, that's right. What are you doing here, Gault? Corky's my client, remember? Yes. And how did you know what was going to happen? It wasn't hard to figure, Jordan. Not after the beating Corky took yesterday. It's beginning to look to me like you knew quite a bit of the deal. Perhaps you were in on the whole thing, Gault, huh? I've been investigating. Someone wanted to buy you out, Corky. Didn't Smitty tell you he was representing someone else? That's right. Maybe it was Gault here. He did say something about. You see, you never know who you can trust, Corky. Now, wouldn't you say that if the tables were turned and Gault had this gun, he'd shoot all of us? I don't think so, Jordan. I seem to remember your face. Who are you? Tommy Farrell. Oh, yes. A newspaper man. A newspaper man who knows a story when he sees it. Jordan, how did you know this gunman here? I. I didn't know him. You knew his name. Did I? That must have slipped out. So you can drop the act, Jordan. We all know what you are and who you work for. That's a shame. Especially for Ms. Norris here. I'd really grown quite fond of her. She has an unusual wit, at touches a responsive cord in me. All right, now stand up, Corky. Sure, sure. Take your hands out of your pocket.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Golf.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I was just going for a cigarette. Do you mind? Well, you won't need it. Oh, come now, Jordan. The condemned man is always granted a last request. Certainly, Mr. G. Pass them around, if you like. Of course, sweetheart. I've one for you, too. The catch on this cigarette case is sometimes hard to remove.

[Ellen Norris]

Oh, no.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

What is it?

[Ellen Norris]

That case. It. It's export. His. There's enough dynamite in there. No, don't press. I can.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

What's the difference? Dynamite or Jordan's gun? I might just as well press this here.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Okay, stop it.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Stop it.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Coming. Still up, Corky.

[Ellen Norris]

You.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I shot him. A good job, too. Corky. He's dead. That's twice, Bill. What, sweetheart?

[Ellen Norris]

You were going to press that catch and blow us all to smithereen. You were going to. I know.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Of course, sweetheart. You never can tell what A woman will scream at pal. Let this be a lesson to you. It was eroded with cigarettes.

[Ellen Norris]

You tricked me. You knew I'd be frightened.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Yes, dear. And raise a commotion in case I needed one. Corky, I never even shot a gun before today. The police. What'll they do? Nothing. It was self defense. Corky is the. Oh, I'll. I'll call him. Corky, are you coming into Central City soon? Good night. How about driving my car down for me? I want to find out what a helicopter ride is like. Well, they won't be able to keep Kid Noonan from getting fights now. Not when every newspaper in the country exposes the syndicate moving in on a boxing game. That's what I thought. You newspaper men have your points after.

[Ellen Norris]

I always thought so too.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

It would be real nice up here in the clouds if there are only two of us. Oh, don't be bashful, Fell. Anything you want to tell me, you can say in front of Ellen. Getting a little air?

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Sick thought.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Be glad to drop you off anywhere.

[Ellen Norris]

No, no.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Feel fine. We have a spare parachute. I wouldn't think of taking a spare fell. Suppose Ellen had to get out and summer up?

[Ellen Norris]

You keep it up, boys. It's building your old ego. There's only one thing, Tommy, that makes me stick so close to Phil.

[Narrator / Various Characters (including Lionel Barrymore as Host)]

Oh, tell me.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

I'll cultivate it.

[Ellen Norris]

Just gadgets, like that cigarette case thing.

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

That was a psychological gadget, Ellen.

[Ellen Norris]

Would that make it a psychological case?

[Philip Galt / The Whisperer]

Oh, Ellen, that does it. Ellen, you can use that parachute anytime. Hello, New York. Murder of Corky Ballou failed. Jordan and Smitty killed. I will check for further instructions with St. Louis at midnight. The Whisperers Based upon stories and characters created by Stetson Humphreys. Any similarity to persons living or dead is purely coincidental. Carlton Young is starred as the Whisperer. Betty Moran is Ellen. Others in the cast were Sydney Miller, Julius Kralbein, Jack Moyles and Eddie Field. The Whisperer was written by Jonathan Twice, produced and directed by Bill Karn. Original music by Johnny Duffy. This is Don Rickles inviting you to listen next week to another exciting adventure with the Whisperer Jubilee on NBC. Today you'll want to hear the further adventures of the Mary Vanderhoff household as Academy Award winner Walter Brennan appears as Grandpa Vanderhoff. On you can't take it with you. Later, there's adventure in international intrigue with Mr. Moto. Then genial Phil Baker comes to the NBC microphone prepared to pay handsomely if you come up with the answer to his all important $64 question. Here all three today on NBC.

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