Practically Foolproof
The Whistler · September 3, 1944 · 29 min · 4,358 words
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The Whistler, another signal mystery. And I know many things, for I walk by night.
I know many strange tales, many secrets, hidden in the hearts of men and women who have stepped into the shadows. Yes, I know the nameless terrors of which they dare not speak. Tonight, the signal oil company, marketers of signals famous, go farther, gasoline and motor oil.
Bring you another in a series of strange tales by the Whistler. The story of a strange and desperate crime. A crime so carefully planned it was practically foolproof. The first I'd like to take a moment to tell you about Jack Henley, who's signal service station in Santa Ana, California, has been on the same corner for 13 years.
While I was getting acquainted, it rather surprised me to find how many cars come to this station for lubrication. As many as 298 signal safety chart lubrications in one month. You see, Jack Handley guarantees no squeaks for 1,000 miles.
Because folks know that Handley stands back of his work like that, many drivers trust their cars and tire care to his signal station. One of his old customers, for Dr. Reasonably Remarked, I've traded with Handley's signal station for ten years because I know my car will always be ready to go.
Well friends, there in a nutshell is one reason why so many drivers are switching to signal stations these days. They know that signal dealers, being in business for themselves, give the conscientious kind of service that keeps regular customers.
And they'll be there, year after year, standing back at their work. These days when cars must last, that's the kind of service you need, the kind you will find at your friendly neighborhood signal oil dealer.
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