Sherlock Holmes: Murder in the Locked Room 06/09/1947
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Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
29 min
7 speakers
6 chapters
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What is the opening introduction and sponsor message for this episode?
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Well, once again it's Monday night and time for the pleasantest of all doctor's appointment. Our weekly visit with that splendid host and incomparable storyteller, Dr. Watts. Good evening, Doctor Watson.
Ah, there you are, Mr. Bell, punctual to the minutes as usual. Draw up a chair and sit down. Ah, that's it. All ready for tonight's new Sherlock Holmes adventure, Dr. Watkin? Yes, my boy. I was just going over my notes on the case before you arrived. It was an adventure that started off on a note of gaiety. And ended in one of the most bizarre tragedies. that we ever encountered I call it Murder. In the locked room.
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How does the classic‑style hair‑tonic commercial break transition into the Sherlock Holmes story?
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Well, Mr. Bell, that adventure took place Many, many years ago It began on a grey and murky afternoon in Baker Street. We just finished tea, I remember, and Holmes was busy himself with some chemical experiments. For some time he sat there in silence, with his long, thin back curved over a retort. in which he was brewing a particularly malodorous product. As I glanced across at him seated there under the gaslight, his head was sunk upon his breast, and he looked like a strange lank bird, with dull grey plumage and a black top knot.
He turned to me and So, Watson, you've decided not to invest in South African securities. Huh? Oh no, you know that, huh? It isn't really difficult. I observe a groove between your left forefinger and thumb.
What is the premise of the “Murder in the Locked Room” case that Holmes and Watson are about to investigate?
Groove? It is enough to tell me that you do not intend to invest your small capital in the goldfields.
I see no connection, Groove.
And yet the train of thought is elementary. One, you had chalk between your thumb and finger when you returned from your club. Two, you put chalk there when you played billiards. Three, you will never play billiards except with Marston. Four, you told me about a month ago that Marston had an option on some South African property which would expire in four weeks and which he desired you to share with him. Five, your cheque book is locked in my drawer and you have not asked for the key. Number six is the logical conclusion. You've decided not to invest your money in this manner.
Absurdly simple.
I knew you'd say that.
No, bueno, there is Were you expecting a client?
No, Watson, but I hope it is one. My practice has been decidedly slack lately. Go and see who it is, will you? Yes, of course I will.
It's all right, Mrs. Hudson. I'll show the gentleman in. Uh this way, sir. Good good evening. I'm
I'm Dr. Watson. How do you do? My name is Chudley Stoner. Oh, come along in, Mr. Stoner. Thank you. And this must be the great Sherlock Holmes.
My name is Holmes.
The adjective is your own, Mr Stoner. Sit down, won't you? Thanks. I don't imagine you know anything about me, Mr.
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Chapters
6 chapters
1
What is the opening introduction and sponsor message for this episode?
0:00–1:40
2
How does the classic‑style hair‑tonic commercial break transition into the Sherlock Holmes story?
1:40–3:20
3
What is the premise of the “Murder in the Locked Room” case that Holmes and Watson are about to investigate?
3:20–6:54
4
Who are the three suspects (the wife, the brother‑in‑law, and the secretary) and what alibis do they give?
6:54–11:05
5
What forensic evidence (the wax pellet, keyhole, and objects) does Holmes examine to challenge the suicide theory?
11:05–17:36
6
How does Holmes deduce which piece of evidence links the murderer to the crime?
17:36–29:56
Speakers
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