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In The Iron Coffin, Philip Marlowe receives a call from Catherine Newbow, who urgently seeks his help in locating her daughter Irene and her fiancé Bennett. Catherine describes Bennett as a bright young man who has recently become obsessed with a particular period in history, specifically Spanish history. His fascination has grown to the point where he has isolated himself in a bizarre apartment filled with relics from the 16th century. Concerned for their safety, Catherine implores Marlowe to find them, as she fears they may have ventured into dangerous territory.

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Philip_Marlowe_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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Philip Marlowe, The Adventures of, Episode 92

The Iron Coffin

Wednesday, July 12, 1950 · 29:50

Philip Marlowe, The Adventures of, Episode 92

The Iron Coffin

Wednesday, July 12, 1950 · 29:50

Summary

Philip Marlowe investigates the mysterious disappearance of a young man named Bennett and his fiancée, Irene, who seem to have vanished into a historical obsession. The case leads him to a peculiar castle with dark secrets.

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