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21st Precinct Patrolman Jacobi. No sir, the captain's not in. Yesterday he's working today, he's on his way to court with a prisoner, uptown arrest court. I don't think he's had time to get there yet. You are by transcription in the muster room at the 21st Precinct, the nerve center. A call is coming through. You will follow the action taken pursuant to that call from this minute until the final report is written in the 124 room at the 21st Precinct. All right inspector, I'l…

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Synopsis

In the Christmas episode of 21st Precinct, the story unfolds in the heart of New York City, where the precinct's officers are preparing for the festive season. Captain Vincent P. Cronin is on duty, overseeing the operations of the 21st Precinct, which is responsible for the safety of a diverse community. As he interacts with local business owners, including Mr. Bentfield, who generously donates gifts for the children's Christmas party, the atmosphere is filled with holiday cheer.

Host

A

Art Hannes

Cast›

E

Eric Dressler

E

Ethel Everett

J

James Gregory

K

Ken Lynch

L

Larry Haines

Santos Ortega

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_21st_Precinct_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

21st Precinct 55-12-23 (116) The Beard.mp3

21st Precinct, Episode 116

The Beard

Friday, December 23, 1955 · 26:54

21st Precinct, Episode 116

The Beard

Friday, December 23, 1955 · 26:54

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A Christmas episode features a drunken Santa Claus causing a scene on the street, prompting police intervention. The precinct's officers navigate the challenges of maintaining order during the holiday season.

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That night in history

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  • 1955 — The first film adaptation of Väinö Linna's novel The Unknown Soldier, directed by Edvin Laine, premieres.
  • 1955 — A flood devastates California, killing 74 people across portions of the state.
  • 1955 — Cardiff is proclaimed the capital city of Wales, United Kingdom.

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