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Broadway's My Beat from Plansford, Columbus Circle. The gaudiest, the most violent, the most lonesomest mile in the world. Broadway's My Beat with Larry Thor as Detective Danny Clover. Broadway flips the calendar, stares at the word December, holds chin between thumb and forefinger and wonders, what happened? Winter is here and the year is suddenly dying. Proof positive, the wind rising from the river that twists the headline around an ankle lifts it up again, flattens it ag…

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Synopsis

In The Blanche Dermit Murder Case, Detective Danny Clover finds himself in the midst of a chilling investigation as a sniper targets women in New York City. The festive season is upon the city, but the holiday cheer is overshadowed by fear and violence. Clover is called to the scene after the sniper's latest victim, Blanche Dermit, is killed, and he must navigate the chaos left in the wake of this tragic event. The episode opens with Clover reflecting on the stark contrast between the holiday decorations and the grim reality of the violence that has erupted in the city.

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Charles Calvert

Elvia Allman

Hy Averback

Jack Kruschen

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).

BIMB 52-12-06 (142) The Blanche Dermit Murder Case.mp3

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 142

The Blanche Dermit Murder Case

Saturday, December 6, 1952 · 27:53

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 142

The Blanche Dermit Murder Case

Saturday, December 6, 1952 · 27:53

Summary

Detective Danny Clover investigates a sniper targeting women in New York City, leading to the tragic murder of Blanche Dermit. As he delves deeper, he uncovers the complexities of the shooter’s motives and the impact on the victims.

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