Another journey into the realm of the strange and terrifying.

I hope you will enjoy the trip that it will thrill you a little and chill you a little.

So settle back.

Get a good grip on your nerves.

Where are we going?

You'll find out when we get there.

This episode from the life of Sherlock Holmes

will be transmitted to our men and women overseas by a short wave

and through the worldwide facilities of the Armed Forces radio service. Petri Wine brings you

Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce in the new adventures of Sherlock Holmes. The Petrie family, the family that took time to bring you good wine,

invite you to listen to Dr. Watson tell us another exciting adventure he's shared with his old friend

that master detective, Sherlock Holmes.

Music friend that master detective Sherlock Holmes. And now for our weekly visit with our good friend and host, Dr. Watson.

Good evening, Dr. Boutts, a little bit late.

I've been keeping some dinner hot for you. Here, pull up your chair and join me. That's very nice of you. Thanks, Mr. Bartel. A little bit late. I've been keeping some dinner hot for you.

Here, pull up your chair and join me.

That's very nice, have you?

Thanks, Doctor.

Are you all set with tonight's story?

Yes, my bar.

I'm all set, as you call it.

As a matter of fact, I was going over my notes on the case just before you arrived.

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