The Patsy: Framed by Blood

In this suspenseful episode of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the murder of Dave Thorpe, shot in the back in a Dodge City alley. All evidence points to Fly Hoyt, a Texan cowhand who had a public altercation with Thorpe just hours before the killing. Witness Holly Fanshaw claims she saw Fly commit the crime, but as Matt digs deeper, the truth becomes murkier.

When Holly is found dead in her room, the situation spirals further out of control. As tensions rise, Matt uncovers a chilling conspiracy orchestrated by Joe Thorpe, Dave's own brother. Joe's greed and a tangled web of lies not only framed Fly but also led to the murders of both his brother and Holly.

In a climactic standoff, Matt uses wit and strategy to expose Joe as the real culprit, bringing justice to a case steeped in betrayal and deception. This episode explores themes of loyalty, manipulation, and the devastating impact of greed.

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Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Vic Perrin, Lawrence Dobkin, James Nusser, Jill Jarman.

Welcome to Gunsmoke: Old West Stories, a podcast that takes you back to the rugged plains of 1870s Dodge City, Kansas. Rediscover the timeless tales of bravery, justice, and survival in the American frontier with our re-broadcasts of the classic Gunsmoke radio program.

First airing on April 26, 1952, Gunsmoke was celebrated as the first adult western radio show, renowned for its superb storytelling and exceptional production quality. Join Marshal Matt Dillon, portrayed by the incomparable William Conrad, as he faces the challenges of maintaining law and order in a tumultuous town. Alongside him are unforgettable characters like Chester Proudfoot (Parley Baer), the steadfast deputy; Kitty (Georgia Ellis), the resilient saloon owner; and Doc Adams (Howard McNear), the town’s compassionate physician.

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