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Synopsis

In The Evans Farmer Case, private detective Richard Diamond receives a call from Dr. William Evans, who offers him a lucrative $1,200 to investigate the suspicious death of George Farmer. Farmer's demise, reported as an accidental fire during a vacation, raises eyebrows for Evans, who seems to believe there is more to the story. Diamond, intrigued by the offer, heads to Evans's office to learn more.

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B

Bill Forman

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Joan Banks

Ted de Corsia

Virginia Gregg

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Wally Maher

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Richard Diamond 50-08-23 (061) The Evans Farmer Case.mp3

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Episode 61

The Evans Farmer Case

Wednesday, August 23, 1950 · 29:33

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Episode 61

The Evans Farmer Case

Wednesday, August 23, 1950 · 29:33

Summary

Richard Diamond investigates the mysterious death of George Farmer after being approached by Dr. William Evans, who later plunges to his own death from a window. The stakes rise as Diamond uncovers connections between the two deaths.

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W

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