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Broadway's My Beat, from Times Square to Columbus Circle. The gaudiest, the most violent, the lonesomest mile in the world. Broadway's My Beat, with Larry Thor as Detective Danny Clover. Broadway, it's a neon-lighted revival meeting that screams for the joy and the salvation. It's a lonely path that sighs down into darkness. It's a fury of voices and stamping feet, or a cry that wanders and waits to be heard. It's Happy Alley with Happy Talk, where a hot trumpet plays backgr…

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In The Mei Ling Murder Case, Detective Danny Clover finds himself immersed in the vibrant yet perilous world of Broadway. The episode opens with Clover reflecting on the chaotic energy of the streets, setting the stage for the unfolding drama. He is approached by Lee Kai, a professor of oriental art, who presents him with a telegram from Mei Ling, a young woman he has been waiting for. The telegram's chilling message, 'terror follows me,' signals the impending danger that Clover must confront. Lee Kai reveals that Mei Ling is bringing a valuable statuette of the goddess Quan Yin, smuggled from China, which is worth a staggering hundred thousand dollars. Clover is tasked with ensuring her safety upon her arrival at the train station.

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BIMB 49-11-05 (008) The Mei Ling Murder Case.mp3

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 8

The Mei Ling Murder Case

Saturday, November 5, 1949 · 29:28

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 8

The Mei Ling Murder Case

Saturday, November 5, 1949 · 29:28

Summary

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of Mei Ling, who sends a telegram stating that 'terror follows me.' As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit surrounding a stolen statuette worth a fortune.

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