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In the gripping episode Want Ad from the series Suspense, a small-time crook finds a unique method of earning his living by answering want ads in the newspaper. With a gun in his pocket and a plan in his mind, he targets individuals looking to sell valuable items, believing they are easy prey. His latest target is a woman selling a luxurious mink coat, which he sees as a golden opportunity.
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