June 4, 1944: Leonidas Witherall made its debut on the Mutual Broadcasting System. Walter Hampden played the title role of radio detective ‘Witherall’ who bore a resemblance to William Shakespeare . The series, based on the Alice Tilton novels, ran for one year. The 30 minute dramas were produced by Richard Bower. Enjoy this episode of "Murder On The Train" from 1944:
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