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Wonder if prices will ever come down, set up with the post-war world? Wanna get away from it all? We offer you escape. You are standing at the edge of an enchanted grove, lured by a soft caressing voice inviting you to destruction. You have nearly sold your soul to an ancient goddess from whom you must escape. Escape, produced by William N. Robeson and designed to free you from the four walls of today for a half hour of high adventure. Today we escape to the African veldt an…

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In The Grove of Ashtaroth, part of the Escape series, the story begins with two men, John Buckham and Lawson, who are exploring the African jungle. They come across a stunning grove that seems almost otherworldly, filled with vibrant flora and a serene waterfall. However, the beauty of this place is deceptive, as it is also the domain of an ancient goddess who lures unsuspecting souls into her grasp.

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Escape, Episode 30

The Grove of Ashtaroth (national broadcast)(possibly pre-empted)

Sunday, February 29, 1948 · 29:01

Escape, Episode 30

The Grove of Ashtaroth (national broadcast)(possibly pre-empted)

Sunday, February 29, 1948 · 29:01

Summary

In The Grove of Ashtaroth, two men discover a mesmerizing grove in the African jungle, but one becomes entranced by its beauty, leading to a conflict with an ancient goddess. As they grapple with the supernatural, they face dire consequences that threaten their very souls.

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