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And now, tonight's presentation of radio's outstanding theater of thrills, Suspense. Tonight, a story of devotion in which a woman risks her life in order that her husband might be spared. It's called, The Tip, our star, Miss Loreen Tuttle. Thanks for driving me to the station dear. A pleasure darling. You really shouldn't have. Now let's not start that again. But the doctor told you to take it easy. He didn't tell me to hibernate. My heart isn't that bad. We'll be together…

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Synopsis

In the gripping episode The Tip from Suspense, a woman named Elaine Statton finds herself in a terrifying situation when a man enters her home with a gun, intent on killing her husband, George. This man blames George for the destruction of his life, claiming that George's actions led to the loss of his business and family.

Host

Larry Thor

Cast›

E

Eddie Fields

H

Herb Butterfield

Howard McNear

Hy Averback

Lurene Tuttle

R

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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).

Suspense 540706 559 The Tip (128-44) 28544 30m06s.mp3

Suspense, Episode 559

The Tip

Tuesday, July 6, 1954 · 30:06

Suspense, Episode 559

The Tip

Tuesday, July 6, 1954 · 30:06

Summary

A woman is held captive in her home by a man seeking revenge against her husband. As they wait for the husband to return, tensions rise and her love for him is put to the ultimate test.

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  • Thriller
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