The Call of Death, or Nick Carter's Clever Assistant Pt 3

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This episode of 'Forward Into the Past' hosted by J.C. Rede continues the story of Nick Carter in the mystery titled 'The Call of Death or Nick Carter's Clever Assistant'. The host dives into the historical context of dime novels, emphasizing their accessibility and value to the working class compared to expensive books in an era with limited public library access for working people. The episode narrates how Nick Carter, along with his assistant Patsy, investigates the suspicious disappearance of Reverend Austin Maybrick following a private meeting with a veiled woman, suspected to be Kate Crandall, who was romantically interested in Maybrick. As Nick and Patsy delve deeper, they encounter a complex situation involving multiple spies watching the reverend’s home and engage in analytical deduction to unravel the mystery. They discover disparate sets of footprints indicating the presence of two men and two different women outside the rectory, complicating the case further. Despite interviewing Mrs. Soule, the housekeeper, and searching the Rector's belongings, they find no solid leads. Nick resolves to interview Kate Crandall for answers. The host concludes by expressing gratitude to the listeners and outlining upcoming episodes, including holiday-themed stories and another Nick Carter mystery beginning in January, with a streamlined format focusing more directly on the storyline.

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