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Autolite and its 96,000 dealers present Suspense. Tonight, Autolite brings you the story of a woman who finds a letter warning of death and has only three hours to deliver it. A transcribed tale we call The Death Parade, starring Miss Agnes Moorhead. Before our play begins, here is a word about Autolite from our good friend, Harlow Wilcox. Hi Harlow, you got the time? Always have the time to discuss those great ignition engineered Autolite spark plugs, half an hour. No, the…

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Synopsis

In The Death Parade, the tension escalates as Ellen Johnson, a meticulous and routine-oriented woman, finds herself thrust into a harrowing situation when she stumbles upon a letter that warns of an impending murder. The story begins with Ellen's day starting as usual, with her enjoying her morning coffee at her favorite café. However, her routine is abruptly disrupted by an encounter with a rude man who spills coffee on her dress, forcing her to return home to change. This seemingly trivial incident sets off a chain of events that spirals into chaos.

Host

Joseph Kearns

Cast›

Agnes Moorehead

Byron Kane

Jack Kruschen

Jerry Hausner

Lou Krugman

Nights on the air

This story returned to the dial 2 more times · The Death Parade

  • Feb151951

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  • 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).
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Suspense 510215 416 The Death Parade (139-44) 29681 28m58s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 416

The Death Parade

Thursday, February 15, 1951 · 28:58

Suspense, Episode 416

The Death Parade

Thursday, February 15, 1951 · 28:58

Summary

A woman discovers a letter warning her of an impending murder and races against time to prevent it. With only three hours to act, the stakes are high as she navigates a web of suspicion and danger.

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That night in history

Headlines

  • 1951 — Korean War: Battle of Chipyong-ni, which represented the "high-water mark" of the Chinese incursion into South Korea, commences.

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