Old Time Radio Mystery, Detective & Suspense – Bold Venture “Shannon Framed For Murder” (4/30/51) & Box 13 “The First Letter” (5/5/48)

Enjoy two classic Old Time Radio episodes from the Golden Age of Radio featuring mystery, detective work, crime, and suspense.

First, Bold Venture presents “Shannon Framed For Murder” (4/30/51). Slate Shannon finds himself in deep trouble when he’s suddenly accused of murder.

Then, Alan Ladd stars in the series premiere of Box 13. In "The First Letter," (5/5/48) mystery novelist Dan Holiday answers his first classified ad, sparking a legacy of adventure.

Episode 79 of Classic Radio Rewind delivers two classic old‑time radio mysteries from the height of the golden age of radio drama. First, we feature The Man From Homicide with the 1951 episode “The Drowned Girl Case.” Lieutenant Lou Dana investigates the suspicious drowning of a young woman, uncovering clues that suggest murder rather than accident. This vintage radio detective story, originally aired on August 6th, 1951, is a prime example of the show’s gritty crime‑drama style.

The episode continues with The Mysterious Traveler and the chilling 1946 broadcast “Symphony of Death.” This classic radio suspense tale follows a brilliant composer whose obsession with creating a masterpiece pushes him toward madness. First heard on September 8th, 1946, it remains one of the most memorable entries in the long‑running radio thriller anthology.

This week on Classic Radio Rewind, We guide you through two gripping mysteries from radio’s golden era. We open with a tense psychological drama from The Molle Mystery Theater: “Female of the Species” (June 7, 1946). A seemingly ordinary woman becomes the focus of a chilling investigation when a murder exposes the darker corners of her personality. The deeper the detectives dig, the more unsettling the truth becomes.

Then, we shift into the eerie world of Mystery In The Air with Peter Lorre starring in “Beyond Good and Evil” (August 28, 1947). This haunting tale follows a man who believes he’s risen above morality itself — a belief that leads him down a path of obsession, violence, and psychological unraveling. Lorre’s unmistakable voice brings the story’s tension and madness to life.

Settle in and enjoy two unforgettable journeys into suspense, brought to you by the WOTR Radio Network. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode of Classic Radio Rewind.