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Synopsis

In The Carnival, Richard Diamond finds himself drawn into a peculiar case when Adam Rayburn, a towering figure known as the thinnest man in the world, seeks his help. Adam is in love with Rowena, a beautiful dancer at the carnival, but he senses that she is in trouble. Despite his towering height and gentle demeanor, Adam feels powerless to assist her, prompting him to turn to Diamond for answers. The stakes are high as Adam reveals that Rowena is reluctant to share her troubles, leaving Diamond to uncover the mystery on his own.

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Dick Powell

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Michael Ann Barrett

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Paul Dubov

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Richard_Diamond_Private_Detective_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
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Richard Diamond 51-03-30 (089) The Carnival.mp3

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Episode 89

The Carnival

Friday, March 30, 1951 · 29:33

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Episode 89

The Carnival

Friday, March 30, 1951 · 29:33

Summary

Richard Diamond is hired by Adam Rayburn, the world's thinnest man, to protect his beloved Rowena, a dancer at the carnival. As Diamond investigates, he uncovers troubling secrets that put Rowena in danger.

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