Sherlock Holmes: The Red-Headed League 06/02/1947 (Conway & Bruce)
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Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
29 min
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4 chapters
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What is the radio show and episode introduction for 'The Red-Headed League'?
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Cremel Hair Tonic and Cremel Shampoo present the new adventures of Sherlock Holmes, starring Nigel Bruce as Dr. Watson and Tom Conway as Sherlock Holmes. Once more, we're about to visit Dr. Watson, the friend and chronicler of Sherlock Holmes and his amazing adventures. We find him sitting in his well-worn armchair, an eager look on his face and a humorous twinkle in his eye. Can it be that the good doctor looks forward to his weekly appearances before the microphone?
Good evening, Mr. Bell. It certainly can. Tonight I have my narrative all picked out. Have you ever noticed that red-headed people always seem to lead very eventful lives? Look at Queen Elizabeth.
Yes. And I've heard that Cleopatra was a brick top, and she certainly had very few dull moments.
No, I'm sure she didn't. Well, tonight I've decided to tell you the story of the Red-Headed League.
The Red-Headed League.
What a curious title. No more curious than the situation it gave rise to in Sherlock Holmes' life. And as soon as your word with our listeners is out, I'll begin.
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Well, the adventure began one day during the autumn of the year 1890, I believe it was. It was just after my marriage, and I hadn't seen much of Sherlock Holmes lately. Anyway, I burst in upon my old friend to find him deep in conversation with a stout, florid face, gentlemen, with the fiercest red hair it has ever been my privilege to observe. I was about to withdraw when Holmes pulled me abruptly into the room and closed the door behind me.
Come in, my dear Watson, come in. You couldn't possibly have come at a better time.
But, Holmes, I was afraid you might be busy. So I am, my dear fellow.
Allow me. Mr. Wilson, this is my friend and colleague, Dr. Watson. How do you do, sir? How do you do? Sit down, Watson, sit down. Thank you. I know that you share my love of the bizarre, although you've never agreed that for the strangest effects and most extraordinary combinations we must go to life itself. Well, you know I... Mr. Jabez Wilson here has just started a narrative which promises to be one of the most singular to which I've listened for some time.
Oh, really?
And now, my dear Mr. Wilson, perhaps you would have the great kindness to recommence your story.
Oh, certainly, Mr. Holmes. And as soon as I can find that newspaper clipping, where did I put it? And a swan that was here in my waistcoat pocket.
Watson, while we're waiting for Mr. Wilson to find his missing newspaper advertisement, suppose you tell me what you deduce from his appearance.
Oh, well, now, let me see. Well, I would say that he was middle-aged, if you don't mind my saying so, Mr. Wilcox.
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Chapters
4 chapters
1
What is the radio show and episode introduction for 'The Red-Headed League'?
0:00–5:11
2
Who are the main characters introduced and what prompts Watson’s narration?
5:11–18:54
3
What is the mysterious newspaper advertisement about the Red-Headed League?
18:54–21:04
4
How does Jabez Wilson describe his shop, assistant Vincent Spaulding, and the job offer?
21:04–29:45