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Personal notice stangers my stock and trade. If the job's too tough for you to handle, you got a job for me, George Valentine. Write full details. Standard Oil Company of California on behalf of independent Chevron gas stations and standard stations throughout the west invite you to let George do it. The White Elephant, another adventure of George Valentine. My dear Mr. Valentine, I don't write letters very often these days. Having friends with whom one exchanges the best of…

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Synopsis

In The White Elephant, George Valentine receives an unusual request from Alice May Edmund, who informs him that he will inherit $1000 upon capturing her murderer. Alice, who lives a reclusive life in a grand, old-fashioned house, has been the target of sinister threats, including a near-fatal electrocution. When George and his assistant, Brooksie, visit her, they are immediately struck by the odd atmosphere of the house and Alice's peculiar demeanor, hinting at deeper family issues and a troubled past.

Host

B

Bud Hiestand

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Bob Bailey

L

Lawrence Dobkin

Lurene Tuttle

Ted Osborne

Virginia Gregg

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Let_George_Do_It_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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LGDI 50-09-11 (209) The White Elephant.mp3

Let George Do It, Episode 209

The White Elephant

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Let George Do It, Episode 209

The White Elephant

Monday, September 11, 1950 · 29:12

Summary

George Valentine investigates the mysterious poisoning of Alice May Edmund, who promises him $1000 if he captures her murderer. As he delves into her secluded life, he uncovers dark family secrets and hidden motives.

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