Synopsis
In The Lady in Distress, the story begins with a cowboy who is deeply concerned about the sudden disappearance of Marybelle Warren, a young woman he met the previous night. She approached him in a panic, asking for help to escape from men who were pursuing her. Despite his initial attraction to her, the cowboy is now frantic, fearing for her safety. He turns to Casey, the crime photographer, hoping that his connections and experience can help him locate her before it’s too late.
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Suspense
Sorry, Wrong Number
An invalid woman overhears a chilling conversation about a planned murder while struggling with a malfunctioning telephone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment.
Whistler
Lady in Waiting
In Lady in Waiting, Jean Collins seeks legal help from Attorney John Bradley regarding mysterious envelopes of money she receives from her former suitor, Frank Hodgson, who is in prison. As she navigates her feelings and the implications of this money, dark secrets begin to surface.
Mr. and Mrs. North
Cross My Heart
Mr. and Mrs. North help a lonely woman, Frieda, who has just inherited a fortune and seeks love through a matchmaking agency. However, her newfound wealth attracts dangerous attention.
Let George Do It
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George Valentine investigates a mysterious confession from Relita, a circus performer who claims she will kill Fofo, the fearless clown. As the circus opens, danger looms when Fofo is nearly trampled by an elephant.
The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe
A Slight Case of Perjury
Nero Wolfe investigates the attempted murder of Tom Wilcox, who was recently acquitted of killing a singer. As Wolfe and Archie dig deeper, they uncover a web of lies and deceit surrounding the case.
The Adventures of Frank Race
7 The Adventure of The Baradian Letters (2)
Frank Race navigates the dangerous streets of Paris while trying to help Paulette du Brac, who is being stalked by a gang. As tensions rise, he uncovers a web of blackmail and murder linked to the mysterious Charles Beradian.
Tense
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The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.
The Devil and Mr O
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In Rocket from Manhattan, a group of astronauts returns from the moon, but their journey takes a dark turn as they face a dire situation in space. Tensions rise as they confront the consequences of their mission and the implications of their discoveries.
The Six Shooter
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The Six Shooter encounters a young man injured in a gully and helps him reach safety, only to find himself in a tense situation with a mysterious woman at a nearby cabin.
Chet Chetter's Tales from the Morgue
Escape From The Mysterious Island 1
Cecil Ferris wins a cruise contest and takes his friends to Galveston, but they end up on a garbage tugboat instead. As a storm approaches, they find themselves trapped in a cave surrounded by prehistoric creatures.
Ranger Bill
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Ranger Bill prepares for the duck hunting season while Stumpy worries about competition. They discover a dubious character selling a scientific duck call that may not be what it seems.
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Luke Slaughter confronts Colonel Everett, who claims ownership of a ranch through a questionable land grant. As tensions rise, Slaughter seeks to protect his friend Cal Meeker's homestead from being taken.
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21st Precinct
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