Classic Radio 05-24-26 - Back Street, My Own Murderer, and Night Watch

Classic Radio 05-24-26 - Back Street, My Own Murderer, and Night Watch

Author: Wyatt Cox May 24, 2026 Duration: 2:33:34
Drama on a Sunday

First,  a look at this day in History.

Then, Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast  May 24, 1951, 75 years ago, Back Street starring  Charles Boyer and Mercedes McCambridge.  Adapted from the 1941 motion picture starring Charles Boyer.  The film is set in the early 1900s. It tells the story of a pretty and independent young woman who has many suitors, none of whom she takes seriously. One day, she meets an extremely charming and handsome banker, and they fall immediately into a strong attraction, which for her is real love. 

Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast May 24, 1945, 81 years ago, My Own Murderer starring Herbert Marshall. A British solicitor is forced to shelter a murderer. His complex scheme to rid himself of the killer appears successful. 

Then, Nightwatch with reporter Donn Reed, originally broadcast  May 24, 1954, 72 years ago.  The first call is about two abandoned kids while their "parents" drink in a bar. A man is standing in traffic, trying to commit suicide.

Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 24, 1948, 78 years ago, A Letter at Breakfast.   Claudia's not around and Claudia's cheerful. Claudia's secret letter.   Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.  

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