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And now, Roma Wines, R-O-M-A, made in California for enjoyment throughout the world, Roma Wines presents... Suspense! Tonight, Roma Wines bring you Miss Susan Hayward as star of Dame Fortune, a suspense play produced, edited and directed for Roma Wines by William Spear. Suspense! Radio's outstanding theater of thrills is presented for your enjoyment by Roma Wines. That's R-O-M-A, Roma Wines, those excellent California wines that can add so much pleasantness to the way you li…

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Synopsis

In the gripping episode of Suspense titled "Dame Fortune," the story unfolds on the occasion of Jean Nicholson's fifth wedding anniversary. The evening begins with a celebratory atmosphere as Jean hosts a party for her husband, Frank. Amidst the festivities, she is unexpectedly interrupted by a phone call from Charlie Prescott, an old acquaintance recently released from prison. The conversation quickly reveals that Charlie has ulterior motives, and his reappearance in Jean's life threatens to unravel the carefully constructed facade of her perfect marriage.

Host

Joseph Kearns

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Hans Conried

Susan Hayward

W

Wally Maher

W

William Johnstone

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Suspense_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

Suspense 461024 216 Dame Fortune (64-44) 14827 30m15s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 216

Dame Fortune

Thursday, October 24, 1946 · 30:56

Suspense, Episode 216

Dame Fortune

Thursday, October 24, 1946 · 30:56

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A wealthy woman faces blackmail from an old acquaintance, forcing her to confront her past and the choices she's made.

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