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Stand By for Crime
Chuck Morgan investigates a series of mysterious plane crashes linked to a secretive scientist, Joe Stanley, who dies in one of the accidents. As he uncovers clues, he suspects foul play and seeks to expose the truth behind the disasters.
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Chuck Morgan investigates a suspicious death on the Southern Express Railroad, believing it to be murder rather than an accident. Accompanied by his secretary Carol, they uncover a web of deceit and danger in a desolate town.
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Chuck Morgan investigates Jim Loring, a mayoral candidate he suspects is a former communist. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a potential plot that could endanger national security.
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Chuck Morgan, a newsman, receives an urgent message from a hospital patient named Tom Edwards, who claims he will be murdered within 24 hours unless his story is broadcast. The stakes rise as Chuck grapples with the moral implications of airing the story.
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A maniacal killer known as the sniper terrorizes Los Angeles, targeting victims without motive. News reporter Chuck Morgan receives a chilling warning that he is next on the sniper's list.
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In The Clueless Crime Spree, Chuck Morgan investigates a series of baffling crimes in Los Angeles that lack any clues. The situation escalates when a murder occurs, raising the stakes for Chuck and his team as they seek to uncover the truth.
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Chuck Morgan's secretary, Carol, discovers a suitcase full of money and a half map related to the Quentin McLean fortune, prompting her to fly to Vancouver for answers. Chuck races to find her, uncovering a tangled web of intrigue and potential danger.
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Chuck Morgan and his secretary, Carol Curtis, return from a trip to Tijuana only to find themselves embroiled in a murder investigation when a dead body is discovered in their car's trunk at a border checkpoint.
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Chuck Morgan investigates a series of suspicious deaths at a gold mine owned by John Hendricks, where he discovers a web of deceit and danger. As he delves deeper, he faces threats that put his life at risk.
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A Hollywood producer, Roger Van Ryn, faces scandal and potential ruin when his former lover threatens to expose their affair. As tensions rise, he resorts to desperate measures to protect his reputation and family.
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Chuck Morgan, a newscaster, faces a personal crisis when his friend Fred's son is kidnapped. Fred is desperate for help, and Chuck must navigate the dangerous demands of the kidnappers.
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Chuck Morgan learns about the mafia's ongoing influence while dining with his secretary, Carol. A frightened man named Frank Dawson reveals he witnessed a murder and is terrified to go to the police due to threats against his family.
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Chuck Morgan attends a private showing of the Tennant jewels, only to find himself caught in a robbery scheme involving the widow of a deceased movie mogul. As tensions rise, he discovers the truth behind the jewel theft and the motives of those involved.
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Chuck Morgan and his secretary, Carol Curtis, find themselves caught in a revolution in the South American Republic of Parana. As they navigate the chaos, they must escape from their captors and ensure their safety amidst the political turmoil.
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Chuck Morgan, a newscaster, faces a challenge when a mysterious woman named Queenie O'Rourke enters his apartment with a hefty alibi and a $10,000 envelope. As he tries to piece together the events of a week prior, he finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger.
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Chuck Morgan's secretary, Carol Curtis, goes missing after claiming she was framed for smuggling marijuana. Chuck rushes to Calexico to uncover the truth and save her.
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A respected businessman, Mark Adams, is found murdered in Los Angeles, prompting reporters to investigate his widow's secrets. As they dig deeper, they uncover a shocking truth about Mark's hidden life and the motive behind his death.
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Chuck Morgan investigates the murder of boxer Lefty Luke Larson, discovering a web of corruption and deceit surrounding the fight game. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a shocking betrayal involving Larson's fiancée.