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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. In the soft night of May, Broadway's heart beats fast. The winds of twilight have scattered the street with their promises, have drifted back into the river. And the avenue is glitter, and the throats of women are spangled with the quick jewels of night lights. Their perfumed walk is promise…

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Synopsis

In The Alice Mayo Murder Case, the vibrant yet perilous world of Broadway serves as the backdrop for a chilling murder investigation. Detective Danny Clover receives a call about a woman shot through her apartment door, prompting him to rush to the scene. Alice Mayo lies lifeless, and her husband Fred is distraught, revealing that Alice had been shot just moments after answering the door. The mystery deepens as Fred mentions a man named Ernie Britt, who had been a part of Alice's life, raising questions about their relationship.

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Betty Lou Gerson

Charles Calvert

Jack Kruschen

L

Lamont Johnson

Larry Thor

W

Whitfield Connor

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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).

BIMB 52-05-24 (114) The Alice Mayo Murder Case.mp3

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 114

The Alice Mayo Murder Case

Saturday, May 24, 1952 · 27:46

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 114

The Alice Mayo Murder Case

Saturday, May 24, 1952 · 27:46

Summary

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of Alice Mayo, who is shot through her apartment door. As he delves into the case, he uncovers a web of relationships and secrets surrounding her death.

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