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Dragnet · Episode 134
Thursday, January 3, 1952
Friday goes undercover as a narcotics buyer to catch Cadillac Red, a heroin wholesaler, after receiving a tip from a former suspect. The stakes rise as they navigate the dangerous world of drug trafficking in Los Angeles. Friday poses as a narcotics buyer from "up north" to trap "Cadillac Red," a heroin wholesaler. The script is not the same as cat. #16307, though they appear similar. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Stacy Harris Detectives investigate narcotics ring, Informant shares critical details, Deal struck for quality drugs, Detectives prepare for the sting, Confrontation with the suspect, Deal goes wrong during exchange George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to narcotics detail. You receive a call from a former suspect you arrested. He wants to meet with you. He claims he has information and contacts with a big narcotics ring. Your job, check it out. Fatima, America's first largest selling blended cigarette. Now king-sized. See the differen…
Dragnet · Episode 135
Thursday, January 10, 1952
Sgt. Friday goes undercover to infiltrate a heroin ring, aiming to apprehend its leader while managing the risks of betrayal and danger. Sgt. Friday goes undercover to try to trap the head of a heroin ring. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Stacy Harris Assigned to narcotics detail, Investigating East Hollywood apartment, Confronting suspects at the hotel, Setting up the drug deal, Tracking down known peddlers, Trial and sentencing outcomes crime, murder, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a narcotics detail. You're in the middle of a drive to break up a $100,000 narcotics ring. You apprehend two of the lesser gang members. You still haven't reached the big operation. You still haven't found their store of heroin. Your job? Get them. Fatima. America's first largest sellin…
Dragnet · Episode 136
Thursday, January 17, 1952
Sgt. Friday and his partner investigate rising tensions among juvenile gangs in Los Angeles, fearing an imminent outbreak of violence. They must find a way to prevent the impending gang war before it escalates into tragedy. Robert Lawson, a "young Hitler" is promoting gang warfare in town. Sgt. Friday tries to warn the parents involved. Barney Phillips, Charles Smith, Eddie Firestone, Jack Webb Detectives investigate gang rumors, Parents resist police intervention, Juvenile gangs gather for confrontation, Lawson boy dies in gang fight, Police question witnesses after murder, Mother confronts police about son crime, murder, psychological tense Hal Gibney NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to homicide, special detail. There are rumors of an impending war between juvenile gangs in your city. Reportedly, members of both gangs are well supplied with homemade weapons. You don't know when the fighting will break out. You don't know where. Your job?…
Dragnet · Episode 138
Thursday, January 31, 1952
A woman reports her brother missing, prompting Sergeant Friday to investigate his sudden disappearance. As evidence unfolds, it becomes clear that his best friend may be involved in a darker truth. A women reports her brother missing. Sergeant Friday uncovers evidence that he was beaten to death by his best friend. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Joyce McCluskey, Virginia Gregg, Walter Schumann Fatima Cigarettes Discover a brutal murder, Investigate the missing brother, Interview friends and associates, Find pawned evidence, Question a key witness, Confront the prime suspect murder, crime, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king-size cigarettes, brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide detail. A woman reports the disappearance of her 30-year-old brother. He's been missing for only two days, but the manner of his disappearance was sudden, out of the ordinary. Your job? Investigate. Fatima, America's first largest selling blended c…
Dragnet · Episode 139
Thursday, February 7, 1952
Dorothy Wagner's tragic suicide follows the disappearance of Charles R. Reynolds, who absconds with her $10,000. The police investigate the circumstances surrounding her death and the deceitful relationship she had with Reynolds. Dorothy Wagner has killed herself after Charles R. Reynolds has disappeared with her $10,000, breaking her heart. The program is different from cat. #16295, which is similar. The recording is upcut as transmitted due to "technical difficulties." Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Virginia Gregg, Walter Schumann Investigate sister's troubled relationship, Reynolds disappears after cashing check, Criminal's history reveals familiar pattern, Witnesses identify the swindler's tactics, Staking out the suspect's location, Victims confirm identity of Reynolds murder, crime, psychological tense Hal Gibney NBC Ladies and gentlemen, due to technical difficulties beyond our control at the moment, the dragnet program originally scheduled at this period has been postponed temporarily. It will be heard in just a few moments. There's a boss, Steve. My name's Friday. We're on the way out from the office. 738 A.M. when we got to Paris Avenue. Number 213. Yes? How do you do, Miss Wagner? Police officers. I'm Sergeant Jacobs. This is my partner, Sergeant Friday. Oh, yes, Sergeant. I've been expecting you. Would…
Dragnet · Episode 140
Thursday, February 14, 1952
Detectives Friday and Jacobs investigate a robbery where a jewelry salesman is attacked and $20,000 in gems is stolen. They uncover the involvement of George Garvey, a close friend of the victim, in orchestrating the crime. The cops know that George Garvey held up a jewel salesman named Tom Ashley. Barney Phillips, Eddie Firestone, Jack Webb, Vic Perrin Detectives investigate a robbery, Friday interviews a suspicious man, Confronting the suspect's alibi, Garvey's story begins to unravel, Detectives uncover hidden motives crime, murder, blackmail tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you Dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a robbery detail. A jewelry salesman is slugged and robbed of $20,000 in precious stones. After months of investigation, you finally discover the man responsible for the holdup. You've got the evidence to prove him guilty. Your job, bring him in. Fatima, Ame…
Dragnet · Episode 141
Thursday, February 21, 1952
Detectives Friday and Jacobs investigate a case of obscene literature being sold to students in local high schools. Their search leads them to a struggling former filmmaker who has resorted to distributing pornography. A trail of pornography leads to a run-down Hollywood studio and a movie has-been. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Ralph Moody, Virginia Gregg Investigate obscene literature supply, Identify key suspects in case, Discover source of pornography, Interview potential witnesses, Confront the main suspect, Uncover motives behind crimes crime, psychological, murder tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king-sized cigarettes, brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant, you're assigned a juvenile division. A steady supply of obscene literature is finding its way into a half a dozen high schools in your city. You get a lead on one of the sources of supply, a 17-year-old high school senior. Your job, pick him up. Fatima, America's first larg…
Dragnet · Episode 142
Thursday, February 28, 1952
A housewife mysteriously disappears, leading detectives to investigate her husband, who becomes a prime suspect. As the case unfolds, the husband's stepson also goes missing, raising the stakes. A woman disappears and her husband becomes suspect. The man's stepson then disappears. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb Fatima Cigarettes Detectives investigate a missing woman, Stepfather's alibi raises suspicion, Boy reveals stepfather's odd behavior, Detectives confront the suspect, Stakeout reveals critical information, Evidence points to a planned escape murder, crime, psychological tense NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-size cigarettes brings you Dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide detail. A 39-year-old housewife disappears suddenly. There's no explanation for it. Five days later, evidence of possible foul play is uncovered. Your job, investigate. Fatima, America's first largest selling blended cigarette. Now, best of all, ki…
Dragnet · Episode 143
Thursday, March 6, 1952
Officer Harry Blanchard faces accusations of assault from a narcotics dealer named George Evans, who claims Blanchard beat him up during an arrest. The investigation reveals conflicting stories and raises questions about the truth behind the allegations. A narcotics dealer named George Evans has been beaten up. He accuses Officer Harry Blanchard of the crime. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Whitfield Connor Investigate the police complaint, Witnesses recount the incident, Doctor examines the victim, Identify the assailants involved, Gather evidence from the bar, Confront Evans about his claims, Dragnet, transcribed from Los Angeles Hal Gibney NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king-sized cigarettes, brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to personnel division. A resident of your city files a report of assault and battering. His shoulder is dislocated. He's been badly beaten. He claims his assailant was a young police officer. Your job, investigate. Comparison proves Fatima quality. Yes, comp…
Dragnet · Episode 144
Thursday, March 13, 1952
Detectives investigate a threatening landlord who refuses to let new tenants move into their apartments. The case escalates as they uncover a deeper motive behind the landlord's actions. Edward Daniels signs a lease for his apartment, then threatens a couple when they try to move in. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Vic Perrin Detectives investigate a suspicious fire, Witness describes the apartment conflict, Detectives gather evidence from the scene, Fire department confirms incendiary origin, Handyman reveals his involvement in arson, Suspect explains motive behind the fire murder, crime, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide detail. You receive a complaint about the owner of an apartment building. He signs leases for the apartments, and he threatens to kill the tenants if they move in. Your job, investigate. Comparison proves Fatima quality. Yes, comparison proves Fat…
Dragnet · Episode 145
Thursday, March 20, 1952
Detectives Friday and Jacobs pursue escaped convicts Andy Powell and Bertram Selby, who are armed and on a crime spree. Their investigation leads them to a potential border crossing into Mexico. Andy Powell and his friend Bertram Selby have broken out of San Quentin. They're armed and begin a crime wave of hold-ups. The trail leads to Mexico. Barney Phillips, Herb Ellis, Jack Webb, Walter Schumann, Whitfield Connor Detectives assigned to robbery detail, Witness describes the robbery, Identifying the suspects from mug shots, Investigating the suspects' hideout, Tracking leads to San Diego, Confronting the suspects about the loot, Dragnet, transcribed from Los Angeles crime, murder, psychological tense Hal Gibney NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-size cigarettes brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a robbery detail. Two convicts escaped from the state penitentiary. They're heading for your city. They're armed. They've boasted they won't be taken alive. Your job, get them. In Fatima, the difference is quality. Yes, in Fatima, the difference is quality. P…
Dragnet · Episode 146
Thursday, March 27, 1952
Rose Baker disappears, leaving her four children and sister behind. Detectives investigate potential foul play as they uncover a web of deceit and family conflict. Rose Baker has disappeared, leaving behind her boyfriend and four children. Barney Phillips, Jack Webb, Vic Perrin, Virginia Gregg Assigned to homicide detail, Investigating the missing woman, Interviewing the boyfriend, Searching for clues in the purse, Discovering the body in Hollywood, Confronting the sister's alibi, Confession reveals the truth murder, crime, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king-size cigarettes, brings you drag net on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to homicide detail. A 38-year-old woman disappears. She leaves her sister and her four children behind. There's evidence of foul play. Your job, find her. In Fatima, the difference is quality. Yes, in Fatima, the difference is quality. Prove it yourself toda…
Dragnet · Episode 147
Thursday, April 3, 1952
Detectives investigate the shooting of Wally Radford, critically wounded in a residential neighborhood. They must track down the assailant, who turns out to be his wife. Wally Radford has been shot by his wife, who is tracked down with the help of a trolley. Barney Phillips, Helen Kleeb, Herb Ellis, Jack Kruschen, Jack Webb Investigate the shooting scene, Question the neighbors about Stella, Await news from the hospital, Stella makes a threatening call, Detective hears the streetcar, Radford recovers from his wounds murder, crime, psychological tense NBC You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide detail. A man is shot down in the street of a residential neighborhood. He's critically wounded. You don't know who the assailant is. You don't know where he is. Your job, get him. Compare Fatima with any other king-size cigarette. Prove Fatima quality yourself. You'll find Fatima's length filters the smoke 85 millimeters for your protection. Fatima's length cools the smoke for your protection. You'll find Fatima's length gives you those ex…
Dragnet · Episode 148
Thursday, April 10, 1952
A seven-week-old baby is abandoned at a Los Angeles bus station, prompting detectives to search for the mother. The case raises questions about the woman's well-being and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. A seven-week-old baby has been abandoned in the Los Angeles bus station...or has it? Radio-TV Mirror awards Dragnet "Best Program Of It's Type" and Jack Webb "Best Radio Actor." Barney Phillips, Helen Kleeb, Jack Webb, James Moser, Virginia Gregg, Walter Schumann Detectives investigate missing mother, Witness describes the mother, Detectives search for leads, Police broadcast for missing woman, New evidence complicates case, Mother reveals her difficult choice, Baby is returned to parents psychological, crime, survival tense Hal Gibney NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king-sized cigarettes, brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a juvenile division. You get a call from one of the bus line terminals in your city. A seven-week-old baby has been abandoned in the depot waiting room. There's no sign of the mother, no lead to her whereabouts. Your job? Find her. Compare Fatima with any ot…
Dragnet · Episode 149
Thursday, April 17, 1952
Sgt. Friday and his new partner, Bill Lockwood, investigate a con-man named Russell Preston who has swindled victims out of thousands of dollars. They must quickly gather evidence to bring him to justice before he disappears again. Sgt. Friday gets a new partner, Bill Lockwood (played by Martin Milner). Friday and Lockwood track down Russell Preston, a con-man who sells businesses he doesn't own. Jack Webb, Marian Richman, Martin Milner, Victor Rodman Confidence man operates in the city, Investigating the suspect's background, Receiving a call from a victim, Interviewing the plastics company owner, Tracking down the suspect's whereabouts, Police apprehend the suspect George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king-size cigarettes, brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant, you're assigned a bunko detail. An experienced confidence man has set up operations in your city. From his first two victims, he gets more than $8,000. You've got one good lead on the suspect, his method of operation. Your job, get him. Prove Fatima quality yourself, today. …
Dragnet · Episode 150
Thursday, April 24, 1952
A dead woman is discovered in a hospital elevator, prompting a homicide investigation with no immediate leads. Detectives Friday and Lockwood must uncover the truth behind her mysterious death. A dead woman is found in a hospital elevator. Gwen Delano, Jack Webb, Martin Milner, Vic Perrin Detectives find a dead body, Investigating the hospital scene, Interviewing the night nurse, Searching for the husband, Questioning a potential witness, Autopsy reveals the truth George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide detail. You're assigned a homicide detail. You're assigned a homicide detail. You're assigned a homicide detail. You're assigned a homicide detail. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned a homicide detail. You get a call from the receiving h…
Dragnet · Episode 151
Thursday, May 1, 1952
Detectives suspect Ralph McKinley in a series of safe burglaries after a drawing leads them to investigate his activities. The stakes rise as they work to uncover the truth behind the crimes. After two false leads, Ralph McKinley is suspected of a series of safe burglaries. A drawing left in a fix-it shop provides a clue. Harry Bartell, Jack Kruschen, Jack Webb, Stacy Harris Police investigate safe burglaries, Suspect caught trying to break in, Tracking down new leads, Confronting the uncooperative suspect, Gathering evidence from the hotel, Piecing together the case details crime, murder, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all king size cigarettes, brings you drag net on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to burglary detail. For more than two months, a wave of safe burglaries has been sweeping your city. Apparently it's the work of professionals. The jobs are well planned, well executed. There's no lead to the whereabouts of the suspects. Your job, get them. …
Dragnet · Episode 152
Thursday, May 8, 1952
A professional gambling ring operates in Los Angeles, leading to the death of a cop during a raid. Detectives Friday and Lockwood work to dismantle the operation and bring the criminals to justice. A series of floating gambling games leads to the death of a cop during a raid. The boss of the gambling ring seems to be George Delano. The Mystery Writers Of America present the Edgar Allan Poe Award to Dragnet (for the second time) and to writer Jim Moser. Moser accepts the award on the air. Eddie Firestone, Jack Webb, Martin Milner, Whitfield Connor Investigate the gambling ring, Staking out the suspect location, Arrest the gambling suspects, Confront the key witness, Sergeant Taylor succumbs to injuries, Track down the ex-con suspect, DRAGNET, transcribed from Los Angeles crime, murder, revenge tense George Fenneman NBC The story you're about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to vice details. A professional gambling ring has set up operations in your city. Dozens of citizens are being victimized. The gamblers keep on the move, changing their locations day to day. Your job? Get them. Compare Fatima with any other king-sized cigaret…
Dragnet · Episode 153
Thursday, May 15, 1952
A mail truck is robbed in Los Angeles, leading detectives to investigate the theft of twenty-eight sacks of registered mail. A crucial clue emerges from a $20 bill that helps unravel the case. A mail truck has been robbed, twenty-eight sacks of registered mail has been taken. A $20 bill provides the clue needed to break the case. Interesting to note the Los Angeles police working on a mail theft case, which is a federal crime. The program begins with an announcement that the show has won a "Michael" award from the Academy Of TV and Radio Arts and Sciences. Harry Bartell, Herb Ellis, Inge Jollos, Jack Webb, Vic Perrin Holdup men escape with mail, Detectives interview witnesses, Investigators track down leads, Suspect reveals partner's identity, Accomplices are apprehended, Robbers face trial for crimes, Dragnet, transcribed from Los Angeles crime, murder, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC Ladies and gentlemen, I'd like to read a telegram we just received. Final ballot tabulation shows Dragnet has won Michael Award for Best Radio and also for Best Television Mystery Program in 1952. 20,090 qualified members participated in nominations and final ballot. Congratulations and best wishes. Ed Bobley, President, Academy of Radio and Television Arts and Sciences. The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes, best of all k…
Dragnet · Episode 154
Thursday, May 22, 1952
Detectives Friday and Smith investigate an extortion racket involving a man impersonating a police officer. The stakes rise as they uncover the suspect's connection to local gamblers. On the trail of Ray Williams, who impersonates a cop and extorts money from gamblers. Harry Bartell, Herb Ellis, Jack Webb, June Whitley, Victor Rodman Informant reveals extortion racket, Detectives investigate a false policeman, Wife provides crucial information, No leads on the suspect, Meeting set at nightclub, Confronting the extortionist crime, blackmail, psychological tense George Fenneman NBC The story you are about to hear is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, king-sized cigarettes brings you dragnet on both radio and television. You're a detective sergeant, you're assigned to Wilshire Division, vice detail. An informant sends you word about an extortion racket going on in your area. The victim, a bookmaker. The suspect, a police officer. Your job, check it out. Compare Fatima with any other king-sized cigarette. Yes, compare F…
