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Synopsis

In The Barking Death, a small town is thrown into chaos when a rabid dog escapes from a health center. The story begins with a doctor examining a patient, Mr. Garrison, who has been bitten by a dog and is experiencing severe symptoms indicative of rabies. The doctor learns that the dog, a black and white spotted mongrel, has been taken by a petty thief who has also stolen microscopes from the lab.

Host

Larry Thor

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Hy Averback

Joseph Kearns

J

Junius Matthews

R

Richard Beals

T

Ted Bliss

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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 540301 541 The Barking Death (128-44) 28660 29m53s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 541

The Barking Death

Monday, March 1, 1954 · 30:14

Suspense, Episode 541

The Barking Death

Monday, March 1, 1954 · 30:14

Summary

A rabid dog escapes and is adopted by a young boy, leading to a frantic search to prevent a potential outbreak. The stakes rise as the town grapples with the looming threat of rabies.

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