The Falcon - The Case of the Gorgeous Greek

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1:01Oh, Twilight. I'm glad you called. I have to have a range, I can handle. Army intelligence is flying me to Athens, Greece. Yeah. It seems some boy over there is proud of his friend. He's a great man. He's a great man. He's a great man. I'm glad you're here. He's a great man. I've got a big heart. You know. He said it's great. Yeah. I'll give you something to shoot at. Once again, the National Broadcasting Company brings you the transcribed adventures of the Falcon, starting less damn it. The adventures of the Falcon dedicated to private investigators everywhere. Those hard-hitting detectives who like myquaring risk their lives to aid law enforcement agencies, So join him now when the falcon sells the case of the gorgeous Greek. The boy who first gave out with the lion, the princess, can be deceiving.

2:03Had something there. Had the case in point. And I get to meet Thierdoro's Gugnaudio. So Gugnaudio was a chubby little character who just walked into the cafe, Olympia in Athens. To look at him, he makes his way to a table in the corner. He just thinks here was a man who wouldn't hurt a fly. And you'd be right. But puts the local fly the way ahead of his fellow men. Ah, Nicholas. My good friend is great pleasure for to see you. Unfortunately, I can't say the same. You know this isn't wise, Gennarion? Suppose the police is together. So who else knows Nicholas, Venezuela, his number one man in coming is partying, don't grieve? A position you obviously feel much better qualified to hold. You are wrong, Nicholas. I think you are best man for job. I want to tell Comrade Malato, if it can help the party, that Nicholas Venezuela would cut off his hand up to here. Never mind Gennarion. Did you see Irish orchards? We have. We have a very nice thought. You know why? She was brought to Athens? Of course. For to become good friends with General Deliani.

3:04Well, I will get in Comrade. Would like to know why they want advice that Greece would defend the island of Gama from their attacks. They find out different. The situation seems to afford you some amusement. After all, I am Greek. Don't I? Oh, it's different for you, Nicholas. Your whole family is living in England for long time. I'm still a Greek. But I'm a communist first. Why didn't I listen to the former General Deliani's plan? How did she know when she has not seen him? Why not? He was interested in I? Yes, but she is not interested in him. What? Oh, you must not be too hard on girl Nicholas. But she is in love. That isn't funny, Gennario. No, it's very sad. But love is feeling very difficult to control. She is to give up this man at once. I say this to her, but she finds it very hard. Well, if Comrade Richard hasn't enough self-discipline to give him up, we'll have to do it for her. Get rid of him. Get rid of him. You seem to take a strange delight in this understanding, Gennario.

4:07You don't understand Nicholas. To get rid of this young man is very difficult problem. This is not boy with him drop in Mediterranean and nobody will ask questions. I don't care who he is. I want it done. Then maybe you do it yourself. You have best chance. What are you talking about? This young fellow Irish fall in love with. Is your brother George? What? Oh, she's really crazy for him, Nicholas. The line. This is enough to find out. Why don't you ask Iris? I will. Oh, I'm so happy. Imagine five years I know you. And this is the first idea you take from Gennario. Maybe someday. I give you some more. That's a second. Irish Richard? That's right. I wonder if you could spare me a few minutes.

5:08I'm Nicholas and Azalea. Oh. Obviously you're familiar with the name. Obviously. Come in. Thank you. Very lovely, sweet. I like it. All right, Mr. Gennario. Let's get on with it. Pardon? You came here for a reason. Naturally. I understand you in love with my brother George. Where do you understand that from? The usual rely on us, I suppose. Have I been misinformed? No. You care a great deal for him. More than anything else in the world. You know, oddly enough. I believe you. I'm overwhelmed. I'd like to tell you a little about our family. Don't bother. George is already briskly. Why don't you leave him alone? He must understand I don't. My brother is very young. He's 29. He's still a child in many ways. Maybe that's because you never gave him a chance to grow up.

6:10But I'm supposed to explain. I'm very fond of George. And he hates you. That's not true. He better open your eyes, Mr. Van Azalea. He can't stand you. You've been a fared with everything in his life. Someone had to. This situation proves it. Meaning I'm not good enough for him? If you prefer to be exempt, then it's your privilege. But I order you to give him up. You order me. Yes. Oh, you've got the wrong, girl. On the contrary, I've got the right one. Does George know you're a common form agent? What? That you're an increase in party business. Yep. You're crazy. Your contact here is your daughter's ganario. Are you... You're a comrade, you're a son. My party card bears the name of Paul Papalus. You're... your papala? Yes. Oh, but I had no idea. I'd marry you. Vanario is the only one in Greece who knows. The party is outlawed here. Please.

7:10Come at me. I say something. No. But I'd like to explain. You couldn't possibly. You were sent here on an important mission. Today, you have betrayed that trust. I feel my brother is responsible. You are never to see him again. Is that understood? I ask you something, either. What can I tell him? That you were just using him to pass the time of day. No. No, I... I can't do it. And I say you will. Good day, Comrade. I know I can depend on you to fulfill your obligation. I know. I guess we better start looking for a parking place, Iris. What? I'd love to drive you right into the acropolis,

8:10but unfortunately the road hasn't been paid since 500 BC. Shall we get her? Wait a minute, George. There's something I want to tell you. Not darling, I'm sure it's not that serious. Yes, it is. I'm not seeing you anymore. I'm not planning, George. All right, dear, I give up. What's the joke? It's no joke. But you couldn't possibly mean that. Couldn't I? No. You're in love with me. Well, all the conceited, egotistical nails. What have you got that makes you think you're so special? I never claimed I want. No, but your attitude shows that you may be hot-stopped here in Greece. I come from a big country, honey. Guys like you are a dime a dozen on every street corner. You don't mean that, I am. You want a bet? But you told me. I never had it so good. You didn't believe me, did you? Yes, I did. You forced staff, I guess your brother was right. My brother. Well, well, didn't you tell me that he said you needed a nursemaid? Has Nicholas been up to see you?

9:11No. You're lying. All right, so I am. Yeah. Yeah, he was up to see you. What did he say? Well, he wasn't what he said. He was what he did. He gave me a check for 20,000 droplets. You didn't take it. Now, baby, be reasonable. You're not going to look out for yourself. You can't mean that, Iris. Heaven's sake, what does it take to convince you? Maybe I should have made a tape recording of the dialogues. Get this and get it straight into Venezuela. You never meant a thing in my young life. You couldn't possibly. I was. And stop irising me. I know my name. I've had it long enough. Now, will you take me back to the hotel? Oh, good evening, Mr. George. Good evening, Paul. Is my brother home? No, sir. He went out right after dinner. Have you any idea where I can find him? I'm afraid not, sir. Well, did he say anything about... Oh, sir. No, no, I'm not. Hello. Hello, is this Venezuela? Yes. It is. Good morning, Mr. George. Good evening, Paul. Is my brother home? No, sir. He went out right after dinner.

10:11Have you any idea where I can find him? I'm afraid not, sir. Hello, is this Venezuela? Yes. It is. How are you, my friend? How are you? Oh, well, you have... I just see, come right out. I understand everything is work out fine. What did you say? What's the matter? You can't talk now? No, no, just a moment. Paul. Yes, Mr. George. Would you mind leaving me alone? Of course, sir. Thank you. I'm sorry, good night, good night. What were you saying? That's important. I just got to congratulate you. I've seen a Moscow aside. Moscow? When they make you head of party in Greece, still to me. Head of the party. What mother Nicholas, you don't seem for to understand me? It's just that I've been asleep and I'm still rather groggy. Oh, I'm sorry. It's better I don't call her. Oh, I'd never forgive myself if I'd missed this. Now, if you'll excuse me, Gronario, I'll hang up. I've got one or two calls of my own I'd like to make.

11:14Hello? Have I the pleasure of speaking to Mr. Michael Welling? You've got your idea of pleasure. Who is this? I'm afraid my name won't be much to you. It's George Venezuelos. George Venezuelos? Yes, your embassy suggested I get in touch with you. What can I do for you? I believe the shoe was on the other foot. I'd like to do something for you. You're aware that the Communist Party is outlawed in Greece. Yes? Well, suppose I told you that the number one man is right here in Athens. What would you say to that? Well, the first thing I'd say is what's his name? I take it then, you're interested. Interested as Harby, the word? Well, I live at 14 Trikle Pass. Trikle Pass? That's the street right near the monument to Byron, isn't it? That's the one. Can I expect you at 10? You wouldn't want to make it early on. I'm afraid to be patient with the wedding. After all, you've been looking for this hell of a year. A few hours more unless you've met her.

12:15I'll see you at 10. Mr. Wedding? That's right. Just a moment. Come in. I'm George Venezuelos. I'll take it as much. Then may I take your coat? Some farther. I don't think I'll be staying long. Secret? I'll stick to my own brand, still mine. Thanks. Funny. You looked nothing like I had imagined. Does anybody? Well, I only meant when I was in the state some years back. I had a great deal about the Falcon. I love a fanciful. He'd be tall and lean. Maybe I'm not the Falcon then. What? That's right. I'm not Mike Wearing. Then who are you? Anywhere else? Anywhere else? You'd wear a... Then may I perish for a bit. I'm here strictly on my own.

13:15Let this be a lesson to you, Georgie. Next time you make a phone call, make sure don't go through a hotel switch board. It's like a radio show you never can tell whose list. Who? On the highway, speed is the number one killer. It takes more than half of the lives lost in traffic accidents in many states. Last year, speeding drivers caused 15,000 deaths in the United States. That here, more than 500,000 persons were injured in automobile accidents blamed on excessive speed. That's the bloody price tag on too much speed. The cars that you may pay sooner or later for a few minutes saved by speeding. Slow down for safety sake. The number drive is though your life depends on it. It does. Now back to the adventures of the falcon.

14:19Now that the way it goes sometimes, the family this wasn't Georgie's day. It may have started badly enough when Iris gave me air, but Eddie Welfth sure entered it for him with a bang. I knew none of this when I got out of the cab in front of the 14-fri suit. I never even noticed the official looking car parked at the curb. I guess it was a sleep. The boy who lends the door certainly off my eyes. Yes, please. I'm looking for George Venezuela. On your name, Mike Waring. I'll be so good as to enter. Maybe I better not. Pardon? McDonald's is putting value back on the menu. Whether you're craving a big mac, McNuggets are sausage egg and cheese, McGrittle's, make it a meal, and save. Your favorite is now your wallet's favorite too. Extra value meals are back. Get a big something extra. With a big mac or 10-piece McNuggets, fries and a medium coke all for just $9. Limited time only, promotion pricing may be lower than meal pricing.

15:19I learned a long time ago and I'm greeted by a man the blue coat and brass buttons. Better I should have certain beds. Tell him it's me to introduce myself. I am a Manuel Cummundo de lieutenant in his majesty's police. I was afraid of that. Where do we go? Right here. Is that George Venezuela? You did not know him. Only as a voice on the phone. May I? Allow me. Or stratos. Take three men on interview dinner. Yes, we'll tell it. Or as you, you, you, you, come with me. Well, see you needn't up too much. Apparently he knew what he was talking about. Platham? He called me a couple of hours ago at my hotel. The American Embassy had referred him to me. Why? Now they claimed he knew the identity of the number one boy in the Communist Underground here in Bortholomew. A ridiculous. Someone was real anxious to shut him up. Did he have any family? Just a brother. What's his name? Nicolos Venezuela. I think I could talk to him.

16:19I do not imagine he would do any good. There's never known I should try. I'll be seeing you, Lieutenant. I wish there was some way I could help us to worry. But I'm afraid there isn't much I can tell you. I don't know Mr. Venezuela's. Was your brother a communist? What? Well, he claimed he knew the identity of the head man in the party here. It must have been George's idea for joke. Believe me, he took absolutely no interest in politics. Well, then what do you think was the motive for his murder? Rubberin. According to the police, there was nothing taken from his apartment. Perhaps the burglar was frightened off. That's the possibility. But let's look at another. How did you two get along? You know I be within my right to say it's none of your business. But somehow, I've got a great deal of confidence in you. No, I appreciate that. George and I never got along too well. I suppose it was all my fault. I insisted on treating him as a child. And naturally, he resented it.

17:20Naturally. I never realized how much, until recently. How did you find out? Through a mutual acquaintance. Iris Richards. Where did you learn about her? To lieutenant Commandooris. You think she might know anything about his murder? Of course not. Still, I think we ought to have a talk. I'd rather you didn't, old man. You and your brother weren't rivals for her affections. Don't be ridiculous. Why do you object to my singer? Because there's nothing to be gained by it. You never can tell. Never the less. I forbid you to see her. You forbid me? Yeah. You sound like you're used to giving orders. I am. What happens when they're not old then? That's a very good question, willing. And if you insist on seeing Iris, you'll have the opportunity of finding the answer for yourself. I'd rather doubt whether you enjoy making the discovery. Yes? How long has it been? Who are you? I fell in the American. Oh, and you think this is old home week? Well, I had hopes.

18:20Sorry, I'm busy. The name is wearing. Mike wearing. Mm-hmm. I'm still busy. I'm a friend of George Venezuelus. Oh. Well, if George sent you over to plead his case, he's wasting his time. Mm-hmm. I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I'm busy. I'm a friend of George Venezuelus. Mm-hmm. Well, if George sent you over to plead his case, he's wasting his time. Mm-hmm. Well, isn't that fine? Oh, yeah, yeah, sure. Tell me I can win. Who won't do you any good? Won't do me any harm either. How is George? Not so hot. You'll get over it. I kind of doubt that, Iris. You'll never get over his kind of trouble. He's a fool. He'll find a million other girls. Not George. Sure, he's just a kid. You sound like his brother Nicholas now. Well, that's what he is. Something tells me you were in love with the boy. Don't make me laugh. Why'd you see so much of him? Oh, girls gotta have something to do in a place like this. Then he meant nothing to you? Not a single solitary thing. Well, you won't be interested in the fact that he was murdered.

19:20What? What did you say? Yeah, he was shot at that glass, not at the court of the 10. You're lying. I'm sorry, Angel. Where is he? Where is he? I've got to see him. I thought he did me anything to you. I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I've got to see him. I thought he did me anything to you. Well, he didn't. You're crazy about him. No, no. Why did you give him up? Because I couldn't stand it. Why did you give him up, Iris? Did Nicholas have anything to do with it? How many times must I tell you? He didn't mean a thing to me. Not a thing. How would you get out of here and leave me alone? What's the moment? Nicholas, my good friend. What are you doing here, Gennario? I just hear about your brother's making me for to be very happy. Come in. Thank you. I can tell you what is in my heart, Nicholas. I know how you feel about Georgie.

20:21What do you think to such a awful thing? I wish I knew. Maybe that fellow Michael Wearing find out. Who told you about Wearing? Oh, he's little. I don't know. He was up to see Iris. Did you tell him anything? Not to come, Red Ridge. She feel about party like you do. It's like I tell you on the phone yesterday. You told me on the phone. I'm sure when I speak to you around seven o'clock. Where did you call me? Here. I wasn't even home at the time. It's impossible that fellow. I talked to him exactly the same exit. Go on, Gennario. I must have made mistakes. You certainly did. You spoke to Georgie. What did you tell him? Nothing, Nicholas. I just asked for your fear. I was busy. You're lying. You must have mentioned something about the party. No, Nicholas. You stupid butt-brain fool. If you should never do this to Gennario,

21:23I forgive you because you are upset. Shut up. You're Nicholas. I know I have been great disappointment to you, but maybe I can make up for it. You see, if I don't go to try. Hello, Warring. Do I know you? Well, if you don't, it's not my fault. I'm Eddie Welch. Eddie Welch. Oh, sure. Would you like to come in? Try and keep me out. I assume that gun is loaded. Uh-huh. And I wouldn't there. I just flopped anywhere. That sofa is pretty good. Thanks. I'm going to go to the bathroom. I'm going to go to the bathroom. I just flopped anywhere. That sofa is pretty good. Thanks. And suppose you sit right here where I can keep an eye on you. Anything to oblige, no friend? Oh, you're Eddie Welch. It register.

22:23Very definitely. You're a trigger man for the CP. What are you doing in Athens? I'm crazy about ruins. I thought you made your own. It's pretty good. No, not very. Did you take care of George Venezuela's? What do you think? I think, yes. What bothers me is who gave you your orders. So what I'll do at him? Make your deal. You make me a deal? Well occasionally you have to bargain with rats. Well, you know good. What's the matter? Nothing. You sick. Get back. I just want to help you. You sick. Get back. You'll know what. Come on, drop it. Drop it. I'll break your arm. I mean it, Eddie. All right. Now who sent you around here? Get a doctor. Who sent you around, Eddie? Please, please, get me your doctor. I'm on fire. Sure you've been poisoned. Thirty, well. Who did it, Eddie? Come on. You want to get even, don't you? No, no good, sir. Eddie. Eddie. Hello, operator. It's a dead body in my room. I'd like it removed. Maybe room service can help me out. Most of us are looking forward to the Labor Day weekend,

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24:25Well, don't blame me Lieutenant. The gentleman is a friend of yours. Him? Haven't so bad that Eddie Welsh. What was he doing here? Well, I've had no idea. He came over to give me a treatment. A treatment? The same kind of gave George Vinizillas. You feel he was responsible for the murder? He practically admitted it to me. Why should he? Because he figured he had nothing to lose. He was going to put me away too. And what happened? I didn't watch his diet. He was poisoned. Ridiculous. Just turn him open, take a sniff. Need any help? No, I can't money. Thank you. Ah, it's a trickening. That's what it is. I do not understand. Well, my guess is at the same party who ordered him to kill George Vinizillas, hated Lucens. So Eddie was sent around to take care of me. Then why was he poisoned? Because Eddie himself was a Lucens. I guess his boss hoped that he would get to me before the trickening took effect. Lucky for me, his timing was off. But why was George murder? Well, I hate to use the phrase lieutenant, but it fits.

25:26It was all a communist plot. You know who was responsible? I'm going to put a good idea. But in fairness to all concerned, I feel his brother Nicholas should be the first to know. I hope he appreciates the honor. Hello Nicholas. Miss Richard. It was comrade Iris, the last time we met. What are you doing here? I wanted to see you. That was most unlawful. I thought the situation warranted it. Is comrade Bernalio here? Should he be? I took the liberty of telling him you wanted to see him sit down. Do not you're doing? Yeah. It's not a switch I'm giving the orders. Now it's funny what a little gun can do for you, Murrell. You regret this comrade. I can assure you that the papa authority is good. You don't threaten me with party discipline. I've had all of that I can stand. For eight years, every minute of my time, belong to the party. For eight years, I did everything they told me without questioning.

26:27They were going to make a better world. We're just between us, girls. Comrade, I haven't seen one soul lay ever helped. But it took your brother's murder to open my eyes. The poor kid, n- Oh, I guess that's comrade Bernalio. Shuttle, I? By all means. We couldn't possibly proceed without him. Just a moment. Hello, Nikos. It's the wedding. I think you know the tenet. Well, if it is an iris, Richard. That's who it is. That wouldn't be a gun you're holding. Wouldn't it? Yeah, I guess it would. Better put it away, Angel. This man is a police lieutenant. I must warn you, your young lady. Don't bother. Just sit down over there. It really means- Go on, all of you. If you're going to behave like this, iris, I'm not going to let you in on my surprise. What are you talking about? I know the motive for George's murder. What? Well, accidentally George learned who was head of the local communist setup in Greece. I could have told you that. Yes, but you wouldn't. Brother Nick here, isn't it? Yes. Really, my dear, you're being most absurd. No one else could have made me give up George.

27:28But even grunting holds me so. You still would like to know who killed his brother? Yes. He did. Really, old man. Just say where you are, Nicholas. Go on, wearing. Well, Nick here was completely dedicated to the party. It came first, last, and all the time. Naturally, when George threatened to end his use to the common form by exposing him, he got him killed. That's right. You certainly don't believe this, Lieutenant. I don't know about him, but I do. No, iris. But it's Elos. It is Elos. Well? He's dead. Anybody want to buy a second hand coat, automatic or let it go real cheap? I'll take it. Sold to the man on my right. All right, fellows, let's go. I think I took care of everything else. Ah, some more wine, Michael. I never could say no.

28:28You know, I am completely mystified. I don't see why, Lieutenant. Well, Nicholas and George were brothers. So we can't enable? Ah, yes, but there was a difference here. Nicholas was very fond of George. He did everything he possibly could for him. Oh, sure, but his first love was the Communist Party, and anything that threatened it was his enemy. So when it came to a showdown between his brother and the party, George's never chance. I see. Now, I guess it proves one thing. Or a man's single woman can sometimes lead the trouble, but having enough fair with the Communist Party is just asking for murder. Good night, Lieutenant.