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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. The summer evening flows gently over Broadway, and the carousel sounds of the street's carnival begin. The brazen trumpet screams, calling the believers to the basement sanctuaries at a dime of prayer. The barkers of the night shout their spiels into passing ears, and the rustle of perfumed…

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Synopsis

In The Frank Dunn Murder Case, Detective Danny Clover is called to investigate the shocking murder of Frank Dunn, a bartender whose life revolved around the vibrant nightlife of Broadway. Dunn is found shot dead in his luxurious apartment, and the scene is anything but ordinary. The glamorous yet violent atmosphere of Broadway serves as a backdrop to a tale of desire and deceit, as Clover begins to unravel the mystery surrounding Dunn's life and untimely death.

Host

B

Bill Anders

Cast›

Charles Calvert

G

Gladys Holland

Jack Kruschen

J

Joseph Granby

Larry Thor

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Broadway_Is_My_Beat_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).

BIMB 51-06-16 (067) The Frank Dunn Murder Case.mp3

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 67

The Frank Dunn Murder Case

Saturday, June 16, 1951 · 29:31

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 67

The Frank Dunn Murder Case

Saturday, June 16, 1951 · 29:31

Summary

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of bartender Frank Dunn, whose charm with women makes him a prime suspect in a tangled web of jealousy and betrayal. As he delves deeper, the stakes rise with each revelation about Dunn's relationships.

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