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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. When it's evening and the summer moon starts its circuit over Broadway, the mob scurries to its favorite cooling places. The bars fling wide their gates to let enter the kindly folk with thirst. The orange juice stand is oasis in the middle of concrete desert. Also to be noted, vision of wiene…

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Synopsis

In The Joan Stanley Murder Case, Detective Danny Clover is called to investigate the shocking murder of Joan Parker, who has been found knifed to death. The scene is set against the backdrop of Broadway, a place known for its vibrant nightlife and hidden dangers. As Clover begins his inquiry, he encounters a range of characters, including the troubled Mark Nelson, who has a mysterious connection to the victim. The atmosphere is thick with tension as the detective seeks to uncover the truth behind Joan's violent end.

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George Walsh

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Charles Calvert

Hy Averback

Jack Kruschen

Jay Novello

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.
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BIMB 53-06-20 (170) The Joan Stanley Murder Case.mp3

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 170

The Joan Stanley Murder Case

Saturday, June 20, 1953 · 29:24

Broadway Is My Beat, Episode 170

The Joan Stanley Murder Case

Saturday, June 20, 1953 · 29:24

Summary

Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of Joan Parker, who has been brutally knifed to death. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a tangled web of relationships and dark secrets surrounding the victim and her associates.

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