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Patroness of Murder

The Whistler · December 18, 1949 · 29 min · 4,306 words

The transcript of “Patroness of Murder”, an episode of The Whistler first broadcast December 18, 1949. Press a time to play from that line (a 60-second preview; Potato Plus plays it all). The Whistler plays The Whistler free, live around the clock. Search inside this transcript.

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And now stay tuned for the program that has rated tops in popularity for a longer period of time than any other West Coast program in radio history. The Signal Oil program, the Whistler. A-S-I-T-N-A-L Signal, signal, signal, signal!

Signal, the famous Go Father gasoline, invites you to sit back and enjoy another strange story by the Whistler. For extra driving pleasure, the signal to look for is the yellow and black circle sign that identifies signal service stations from Canada to Mexico.

And for Sunday evening listening pleasure, the signal to listen for is this whistle that identifies the signal oil program, the Whistler. And the Whistler. And I know many things, for I walk by night.

I know many strange tales, 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. And now for the signal oil company, the Whistler Strange Story, Patreness of Murder.

Paul Wilson moved about his studio, adding the final touches of preparation for two expected guests, two very important guests. One of them, Miles Hubbard, the aging sculptor, turned critic, could hold the key to the success of Paul's career.

His nod of approval could mean a future of security and position. Without it the world might never know the talents of Paul Wilson in Sculptor. And Paul was certain that his second guest, Don Alden, had arranged this meeting for the sole purpose of getting an expert appraisal of his work, but it was no gesture of friendship.

Paul's meetings with Don had never been friendly. This one would be no exception. Paul was certain of that. Their cold exchange of glances when Paul met them at the door proved that. The forced pleasantries over with Paul showed them to the studio.

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