Boston Blackie | Classic Radio Crime and Mystery

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Boston Blackie is a reformed crook whose attempts to solve crimes frequently put him at odds with Inspector Farraday. Mary Wesley joins Blackie in a series of investigations, mistaken identities and dangerous encounters.   The radio series began on NBC in 1944 with Chester Morris as Blackie. Richard Kollmar took over in the later syndicated series, beginning in 1945. This collection includes recordings from both versions.   Heritage Radio Vault presents 203 preserved recordings: 199 drama episodes and four archive supplements, including cast biographies and introductory material. Supplements are labelled separately from the drama.   Episode descriptions retain source-file dates and archive references to help identify the surviving recordings. These archive labels are not presented as a complete broadcast sequence.   Follow Boston Blackie for classic radio crime, detective stories and mystery, and explore more programmes in Heritage Radio Vault.

  1. 6d ago

    The Jonathan Diamond | Boston Blackie - Chester Morris Crime Mystery

    She has Blackie arrested for a robbery he did not commit. Then she asks him to recover a stolen diamond before her fiancé returns. Chester Morris stars in The Jonathan Diamond, also catalogued as The Rockwell Diamond. A false accusation in Chicago becomes an extraordinary request when Miss Moray reveals why she wanted Boston Blackie brought to her. The missing jewel was left in her care, and time is running out to put it back. Blackie must pursue the gem while dealing with the police attention her accusation has created. Listen for the shifting advantage between Blackie, his unexpected client and Inspector Farraday. The case makes a lively introduction to this radio incarnation of the character, with deception driving the investigation from its opening encounter. Episode: The Jonathan Diamond Alternate archive title: The Rockwell Diamond Series: Boston Blackie Star: Chester Morris Original broadcast: 23 June 1944 Archive reference: 001 Presented by Heritage Radio Vault. Follow Boston Blackie for more jewel thefts, false accusations and classic radio crime mysteries. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  2. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – 10Th Street Gym and Stolen Car Ring | Classic Radio Mystery

    10Th Street Gym and Stolen Car Ring   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1947-03-11. Archive reference: 113. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  3. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – 50,000 Dollar Necklace | Classic Radio Mystery

    50,000 Dollar Necklace   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1946-11-19. Archive reference: 097. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  4. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – 50,000 Dollars for Blackie | Classic Radio Mystery

    50,000 Dollars for Blackie   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1948-03-10. Archive reference: 165. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  5. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – 50,000 Dollars in Bonds to Be Divided | Classic Radio Mystery

    50,000 Dollars in Bonds to Be Divided   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1949-02-09. Archive reference: 213. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  6. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – 7 Years Bad Luck for Florence Wells | Classic Radio Mystery

    7 Years Bad Luck for Florence Wells   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1947-02-18. Archive reference: 110. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  7. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – A Boat in the Street | Classic Radio Mystery

    A Boat in the Street   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1949-01-19. Archive reference: 210. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

  8. Oct 18

    Boston Blackie – A New Face for Joe Harvey | Classic Radio Mystery

    A New Face for Joe Harvey   Listen to this preserved Boston Blackie collection recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Richard Kollmar plays Boston Blackie in this radio version of the crime and mystery series. Blackie’s investigations bring him into contact with Mary Wesley, Inspector Farraday and a succession of difficult cases.   Source-file date: 1946-11-05. Archive reference: 095. These labels identify the surviving source recording.   Follow Boston Blackie and discover more classic crime and mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault Keep exploring the voices, stories and mysteries of classic radio.   Listen Next 21st Precinct Follow the daily cases and decisions of a city police precinct.   33 Half Moon Street Continue with another detective series from the collection.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover more classic radio investigations and mystery.   Air Mail Mystery Explore an aviation mystery serial preserved in Heritage Radio Vault.   Find Your Next Programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for crime, comedy, adventure, westerns and radio drama.   Follow Boston Blackie, save your favourite recordings and share the series with another classic-radio listener.

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Boston Blackie is a reformed crook whose attempts to solve crimes frequently put him at odds with Inspector Farraday. Mary Wesley joins Blackie in a series of investigations, mistaken identities and dangerous encounters.   The radio series began on NBC in 1944 with Chester Morris as Blackie. Richard Kollmar took over in the later syndicated series, beginning in 1945. This collection includes recordings from both versions.   Heritage Radio Vault presents 203 preserved recordings: 199 drama episodes and four archive supplements, including cast biographies and introductory material. Supplements are labelled separately from the drama.   Episode descriptions retain source-file dates and archive references to help identify the surviving recordings. These archive labels are not presented as a complete broadcast sequence.   Follow Boston Blackie for classic radio crime, detective stories and mystery, and explore more programmes in Heritage Radio Vault.

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