The Big Story: Murder and the Frustrated Father (EP4957)

About this episode

A jealous father’s response to his daughter’s surprise engagement leads to tragedy.

Today’s Mystery: A jealous father’s response to his daughter’s surprise engagement leads to tragedy. Original Radio Broadcast: January 4, 1950 Originating from New York Starring: Grant Richards as Sam Melnick; Melba Rae; Ethel Remey; Kathleen Nidday; Humphrey Davis; Bill Smith; Beryl Firestone Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Support the…

People in this episode

Host: Adam Graham

Guests: Grant Richards, Melba Rae, Ethel Remey, Kathleen Nidday, Humphrey Davis, Bill Smith, Beryl Firestone

Topics covered

• murder
• family conflict
• jealousy
• engagement
• tragedy

Keywords

• murder
• father
• daughter
• engagement
• tragedy
• radio drama
• old time radio

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