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Synopsis

In the episode Surprise, Surprise, George Valentine receives a call for help from Lenore Mattson, who is anxious about a letter she received from her uncle, Glenn Juster. He has promised her a surprise in his will, but Lenore is filled with dread rather than excitement. She describes her uncle as a cruel and vicious man, and the family has long been estranged from him. Despite her fears, Lenore insists that George accompany her to her uncle's mansion to uncover the truth behind his ominous message.

Host

B

Bud Hiestand

Cast›

Bob Bailey

F

Fred Howard

G

Griff Barnett

L

Lee Patrick

V

Virginia Eiler

Virginia Gregg

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Ep 292 · Monday, April 14, 1952 · 29:36

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Let_George_Do_It_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).

LGDI 52-02-04 (282) Surprise, Surprise.mp3

Let George Do It, Episode 282

Surprise, Surprise

Monday, February 4, 1952 · 29:58

Let George Do It, Episode 282

Surprise, Surprise

Monday, February 4, 1952 · 29:58

Summary

George Valentine investigates a mysterious letter from Lenore Mattson, whose dying uncle promises her a surprise in his will. However, upon arrival, they discover that her uncle has disappeared, along with his doctor and others.

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S

Standard Oil

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M

Mutual-Don Lee net

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