Day: June 19, 2026

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Casque of Death Matter (EP5000)

Bob Bailey

Today’s Mystery:

When a series of elderly bachelors and widowers vanish from small towns across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is sent to determine whether their disappearances are connected. Following a trail of wine cellars, unusual wills, and a secretive gourmet society, Johnny uncovers one of the strangest cases of his career.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 24, 1959

Originated from Hollywood

Stars: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar.

Also starring Harry Bartell, Forrest Lewis, Bartlett Robinson, Parley Baer, and Marvin Miller. Written, produced, and directed by Jack Johnstone. Announcer: Dan Cubberly.

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