Classic Radio for December 28, 2023 - A Big Mask, a strange watch, and a fixer

Two hours of Crime

First a look at this day in History.

Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 28, 1952, 71 years ago, The Big Mask part 1. A robber wearing a black mask has hit a string of supermarkets. After going shopping for groceries, he locks the market employees in the freezer!

Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast December 28, 1958, 65 years ago, The 32nd of December starring Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lovejoy. A story about a man who buys a watch with many dials, including one that travels through time.

Then The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast December 28, 1950, 73 years ago, The Fixer. Frank Molino is "kingpin of the nation's mobsterdom." He machine guns Harry Brock in broad daylight.

Followed by Gangbusters, originally broadcast December 28, 1955, 68 years ago, The Case of the New Jersey Yegg Man. A gang of New Jersey burglars open a safe and find a collection of rare Columbian half-dollars.

Finally Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast December 28, 1952, 71 years ago, The Case of the Vanishing Runner. Poor Mr. Ferguson was unlucky enough to be lucky at a gambling joint. He won a bullet on a lonely road. Mr. D.A. takes a chance.

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