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Crime and Peter Chambers. Created by Henry Kane, transcribed and starring Dane Clark. A private investigator, duly licensed and duly sworn, Peter Chambers. You're a private eye, that's your business. Anything else? That's for laughs. You've got a slant of sun coming in the office window, your feet are on the desk and you're relaxed. Business is lousy but you've got no kicks. You're young, you're strong, you've got a few bucks in the bank. And it's a beautiful day. You, Peter…

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Synopsis

In Bruce Burke Murder Frame Up, Peter Chambers, a private investigator, is enjoying a rare moment of relaxation in his office when a nervous actress named Elsa Corey bursts in, brandishing a pearl-handled gun. Despite her threatening demeanor, Peter remains calm and manages to disarm her. Elsa reveals that she was sent by Bruce Burke, a wealthy nightclub owner, but struggles to explain her motives, leaving Peter intrigued and concerned.

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Dane Clark

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NBC

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CrimeAndPeterChambers54-04-0601BruceBurkeMurderFrame-up.mp3

Crime and Peter Chambers, Episode 1

Bruce Burke Murder Frame up

Tuesday, April 6, 1954 · 26:00

Crime and Peter Chambers, Episode 1

Bruce Burke Murder Frame up

Tuesday, April 6, 1954 · 26:00

Summary

Peter Chambers, a private investigator, finds himself framed for the murder of Bruce Burke after a nervous actress threatens him with a gun. As he navigates the dangerous web of deceit, he must uncover the truth before it's too late.

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