In this thrilling episode, we delve into a gripping tale from the life of Sherlock Holmes, as narrated by Doctor Watson. The story unfolds on Guy Fawkes Day, a day steeped in historical intrigue and celebrated with bonfires and effigies. Holmes and Watson find themselves embroiled in a complex plot involving a man named James Stewart, who claims his life is in danger from his cousin, Guy Falconby. As the story progresses, Holmes uncovers a sinister plan involving tunnels, gunpowder, and a plot to commit murder under the guise of a Guy Fawkes celebration. With his usual astuteness, Holmes navigates through the layers of deception to reveal the truth behind Stewart's claims and prevent a potential tragedy.
As the mystery deepens, Holmes and Watson don disguises to investigate the suspicious activities in the house next to Stewart's. They discover a tunnel filled with gunpowder, intended to cause an explosion that would appear as an accident. The episode takes listeners on a suspenseful journey from the foggy streets of London to the rooftops, culminating in a dramatic confrontation. Holmes' quick thinking and deep knowledge of history and human nature once again save the day, unraveling a plot that echoes the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. This episode is a testament to the enduring appeal of Sherlock Holmes and his adventures, blending historical context with detective prowess.
(00:46) Introduction to the Episode
(02:15) Guy Fawkes Day and Its Significance
(04:03) A Mysterious Visitor: James Stewart
(08:04) Unveiling the Threat
(11:30) Investigating the Cellar
(17:01) The Plot Thickens
(20:30) The Final Confrontation
(27:08) The Rooftop Chase and Conclusion
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Draw up a chair. Thank you. That's it.
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By the way, do you know what date it is?
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November 5, isn't it? That's right. In England, it's known as Guy Fawkes Day. Have you ever heard of it? It's something to do with a gunpowder plot, isn't it? Yes, mister Bartel, it is. And as Sherlock Holmes and I had a very unusual adventure on the November 5 many years ago, it seems appropriate that I should tell you about it tonight. Before I begin, I think it might help you to appreciate the true flavor of the story. If I tell you a little about the origin and the customs of Guy Fawkes Day. It's well I did. I could watch it. Well, my boy, on November 2100, exactly three hundred and forty years ago today, King James the first was about to attend the opening of of parliament when a plot was discovered to blow up the house of lords during the ceremony. And the chief conspirator was Guy Fawkes, I suppose. Yes. He was. He was captured in a vault immediately below the house of lords, a vault full of barrels of gunpowder.
Of course, he and his fellow conspirators were executed. And ever since then, November has been known as Guy Fawkes Day. Well, how's it celebrated, doc? Well, it's a great time for the youngsters, mister Bartell. They black their faces, throng the streets, begging for pennies, and and built bonfires in which to burn effigies of Guy Fawkes. These effigies are life size dummies stuffed with straw and dressed in old clothes. The children parade them in the streets chanting rhymes. Well, now let me see. Pleased to remember the November 5. Guy Fawkes guy hid him in the eye.
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The kids must have quite a time. Sort of like, Halloween, Andrey. It's not unlike it, my boy.
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Well, now that I've told you something about customs of Guy Fawkes Day, I'll get on with my story. It began just before lunch, I remember, on November 1899. The day was foggy and cold, and Holmes and I were seated each each side of a blazing fire in our Baker Street rooms. From outside, we could hear the sound of voices laughing and singing. Suddenly, Holmes rose and crossed to the window, opened it, and looked out. Then he turned to me and spoke. Children having a great time, Watson, aren't they? Yes. Of course, they're sitting worth a pennies to to walk here this morning. Has it occurred to you, Watson, that the gunpowder plot offers very promising material to the speculative mind? In what way, Holmes? I say it's confidedly chilly in here. Don't you think you might, shut that window?
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Sorry, old chap. As I was saying, the gunpowder plot offers very promising material to the speculative mind. I made something of a study of the historical records of the case. There is more than a little evidence to suggest that King James was never in any real danger. Never in any danger? What makes you say that? Knowledge of the proposed Dastelis scheme came to light early. But James Stewart, king of England, the possessor of a shrewd and diabolical mind, used the spectacular discovery of the plot to try and bolster his waning popularity as well as to justify increased religious persecutions. Well, that's the first I've heard of it, Holmes. I dare say, I'll follow-up. It's true just the same. I'm afraid James Stewart, king of England, was an unscrupulous tyrant. Come in.
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Oh, yes, missus Hudson. There was a gentleman to see you, mister Holmes. He said it was very important, and he asked me to give you his card. Oh, thank you, missus Hudson.
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Ask him to come up, please, will you? Aye, sir. Who is at home? A gentleman with a remarkably fine sense of timing.
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Rediscount for yourself. Let's have a look. Mister James Stewart. Great Scott. That's that's an extraordinary coincidence that he should arrive just as we're talking about James Stewart, king of England. Come in.
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Mister James Stewart. How do you do, mister Stewart? My name is Sherlock Holmes, and this is my colleague, doctor Watson. How do you do, sir? How do you do? Mister Holmes, you've got to help me. I'm walking about mortal fear in my life. You've got to help me. Stewart, I suggest that you sit down. Now I'll do anything in my power to help you, but you must compose yourself first and tell me quietly what it is that's frightening you. How can I compose myself when I may be dead within a few hours? No. No. No. No, mister Stewart. I'm a doctor. I really think if I were to give you a sedative that you'd find How can talk of sedatives when I My heart. Doctor.
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My heart. Alright. It's alright. Now here, let me help you with the sofa. There you are now. That's Brad. Would be in all the way. Yes, Holmes. Now give him some digitalis. A fellow with a bad heart like this shouldn't allow himself to get so excited. Here you are, mister Stewart. Drink this. That's it. That's it. And now this, mister Stewart. What is it? It's digitalis.
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Very well. Yeah. Now, feel better, sir?
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Yes, mister Holmes. Yes. I do. You're right. I shouldn't get so excited. My heart can't stand it, you know. Watson, is he well enough to talk, do you think? Yes. If he doesn't excite himself again. I'll be careful, doctor. I'll take it quietly. Mister Holmes, when you saw my card just now, did it strike any response of court? Strike any response of court?
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Naturally, sir. Who could fail to be intrigued when a James Stewart calls to see one on Guy Fawkes Day? It isn't just coincidence that my name is James Stewart's.
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I've got royal blood in my veins. People know of it, and that's another reason they're out to kill me. They're jealous of my heritage. Every instinct I have is a royal one. No. You gentlemen know that falconry is a king's sport, and my greatest hobby is the breeding and the training of Paul Stewart. Mister Stewart, going to the state of your health, I suggest that you be as economical as possible in your explanation. In fact, I think it might be better if I were to question you. Very well, mister Holmes. Now you say that your life is in danger. What evidence do you have to substantiate that claim? My cousin, Guy Faulconby, has threatened it. You see, mister Holmes, he and I are the only heirs to a wealthy uncle. His fortune will go to the surviving heir. If I were dead,
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For Watson. Only a few days ago, I saw a certain inspector, Lestrade, I think his name was, and he laughed at my fears. Oh, Lestrade.
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And he laughed, did he? Well, then in that case, there may be something in your story, sir. You say that your cousin has threatened to kill you.
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He has. And it's a diblish plot. Guy has a bitter twisted sense of humor, gentlemen, even when he's planning as dastardly a thing as a murder. I am James Stewart. He is Guy Falconby, which is near enough to Guy Fawkes. Today is the November 5, and he's planning to blow me up. Come come come, sir. You can't expect us to believe that. But it's true. He warned me. In the celebrations that are going on in the streets of London today would make a rare club for his activities. I must confess, mister Stewart, that I find your story most unconvincing. All your evidence appears to depend on conversations held between you and this cousin of yours. You have no facts, sir, to substantiate your claims. But I have. Then please let us hear them. I live at 23 Cavendish Square. A Week ago, the house next door to me was let to a new tenant. Almost immediately, workmen became very active there. They were digging in the cellars, mister Holmes. I could hear the sounds of picks and shovels through the walls. Digging in the cellars. That does sound significant, doesn't it, Holmes? Extremely.
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Did you observe any other activities of a workman, mister Stewart? Mister Holmes.
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Vans have been delivering large packing cases to the basement during the last two days. Mhmm. I know what's in them too. It's gunpowder.
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I tell you they're planning to blow me up today. No. No. No. No. Steady, sir. Steady, steady. You mustn't excite yourself again. What shall I do, mister Holmes? I think, sir, it would be better for you to rest here for a while and then go to a nearby hotel. I would suggest the, sharp spring and wait there until you hear from us. And where are you gentlemen going? Watson and I, after donning suitable disguises, will visit the house adjoining yours in Cavendish Square. I think an examination of the cellar there might prove most illuminating.
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Oh, this must be in the house alright, Holmes. The empty packing cases are still by the foot of the basement steps. Come on, Watson. Let's go down and explore.
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Pardon my soul. I I feel a little self conscious of these clothes. No need to, my dear chap. You look a most authentic inspector of punning. Oh, well, hello. If anyone challenges us, you'd better let me do the talking though. I think my accent might be a little more convincing. Listen. I can't hear anything. Exactly. Then we may reasonably assume that either the workmen are observing the Guy Fawkes' holiday or that their work is done. Come on. Let's find this door.
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It's unlocked?
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Yes. This is too easy, Watson. We must be prepared for a trap. Come on.
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I've got my revolver handy if there's there's any trouble. I don't use it until I tell you to. Remember,
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we're supposed to be plumbing inspectors.
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It's pitch black in here.
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I can't see a thing. Strike a match. See if you can find a gas jet. Strike a match when the cellar may be full of gunpowder Can't take the risk, old chap.
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Here's a gas jet, I light it. That's better. Now we can see a little. Uh-huh.
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I think the workmen have completed their job. See that new wood forming a crude door on the corner over there? Where does it lead to, Dispose? Let's find out. Oh, also unlocked. And here's a miner's lantern waiting conveniently for us on this ledge. Oh, this is ridiculously easy. Now I'm sure it's a trap. I like the lantern. Great Scott. It's it's a tunnel. Yes. It's a tunnel leading into mister Stewart's house next door. Let's explore it.
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Look, Holmes. Look at the barrels. I looked at full gunpowder. Undoubtedly.
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We'll observe the fuses as well. Yes. The complete equipment for another gunpowder plot. I can't believe my eyes. What a fantastic plan. But how could the murderer be certain that Stewart would be killed in the explosion? I think that's easily answered, Watson. Remember mister Stewart's bad heart? In his present state of apprehension, an exploding firecracker would be enough to kill him. I suppose so.
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Hello? Hello? What's this lying on the floor? Curious? It's a funny strip of silk with a little ring on the end. Let me see it, Watson.
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Uh-huh. This seems to be familiar. By Jove. I believe. Jess? What nurse, Last piece of evidence necessary to confirm the conclusion. Ask her out of there. I'll leave your hands above your heads. I've got a revolver. Right, John, governor. We ain't ain't no harm. Now remember, Watson. I'll do the talking. Come on. I shall
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come. Well, well, you're a comical looking pair.
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What are you doing in there? Me and my mate got a message to come over here and see to the plumbing, mister. Plumbers,
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Do you have any identification? Yes, sir. Here's my badge. We're inspectors for the London County Council. Oh, that's alright, my man. I saw the basement door open, and I I thought burglars might
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be here. You're the owner of this house, sir? Yes. But my agent let it recently to some tenants who've been behaving rather queerly, I'm told. So I came around here to see what was happening. If you're the owner, sir, perhaps you can give me some, facts for me records. Gotta fill me records, you know. What do you wanna know? Well, your name, please, sir. Falconberry. Guy Falconberry. Look here. Alfie. Alfie, hold your nose. What did he say? Nothing, sir. Nothing. He's got baddie cups. Had him for, well, had him for months now. Can't stop him. Alfie, here. Give me a pencil, will you? Thank you, Alf. Now, sir, your name is Guy Faulconby.
What's the name of the, the tenant this house is let to? There are three of them. Oh, do you know the name, sir? Got to have them for me records, you see. Yes. The names are Winter, Rockwood, and Keynes. I oh, yes. Winter, Rockwood, and Keynes. That's right, sir. Chances that there might be a firm of solicitors, don't they, sir? Well, perhaps they are. I haven't met them. Just one more question, sir, and then I didn't bother you no more. Well, what is it? My religion or my grandmother's maiden name? No, sir. No. Nothing like that. I just wonder who lived in the house next door on that side. We've had a complaint from there too. Their pipes is bunged up. My cousin lives there. His name's James Stewart. Mister James Stewart, aye? Oh, much obliged, sir. Me and my mate will be going next door then. Come on, Alfie. I'm not surprised his pipes are bunged up as you so graphically put it. He's a great one for practical jokes about the house. As a matter of fact, he's planning one of them tonight.
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Oh, well, that's no concern of yours. By the way, my man, what's your name?
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Nivet, sir. Tom Nivet. Come on, Alfie. We got work to do.
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Holmes, I wish you'd tell me what's going on. Why have we taken this cab back to Baker Street? Get out of these clothes. They've served their purpose. Now there's more serious work afoot. Well, I'm still confused about our interview with Guy Volkenberry.
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Why did you say your name was Tom Nivett? What touch of vanity will follow. Vanity? How do you mean? Well, consider the names in this case so far, Watson. James Stewart says that he's been threatened by Guy Falconby, a name as mister Stewart points out, not unlike Guy Fawkes. You recall the names of the three tenants that mister Faulkner gave us a few minutes ago? Yes. Winter, Rokewood, and Keynes.
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But what's that gotta do with it? A great deal, my dear fellow.
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Thomas Winter, Ambrose Rokewood, and Robert Keynes were the three men executed with Guy Fawkes in
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five. Where does Tom Nivett, the the name you gave yourself, fit into the fixture? Thomas Nivett
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was the Westminster Magistrate who arrested the conspirators. Since there would be murderers such an academic knowledge of the original thought, I thought I'd let him know that he was up against an opponent worthy of his steel.
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and I kept questioning Holmes as out and as to our next move. He was in a state of suppressed excitement, and it was obvious as he spoke to me that he was anxious to be off. What's don't doodle. There's so much work ahead of us. What do you mean don't dole? I'm not doleting. I'm busy as far as I can.
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What's our next move anyway? We must split our forces. Just get hold of my band of street urchins, the Baker Street Irregulars. I'm going to surround mister Stewart's house in Cavendish Square, and they'll be invaluable for that purpose. So what do you want me to do? Go to the Shaftesbury Hotel and collect mister Stewart, then return with him to his house and wait me there. I shall join you as soon as I've rounded up the irregulars, but I must warn you. Don't leave mister Stewart for a moment. Don't let him out of your sight until you see me again. Of course, I won't, Holmes, but to I must say, I deal with all that gunfire in the cellar doesn't make me feel any too happy. Me, old chap, have faith in me. You know, I wouldn't expose you to any danger if I could avoid it. And I assure you that I shall join you and mister Stewart very shortly. You have your revolver? Yes. Of course. Good. And, give mister Stewart this revolver, will you? Tell him that I insist that he carries it. I fear that his own has probably
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strange business, I must say. That guy Falconway seemed
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such a decent sort of fellow. Yes. He appeared to be a most amiable fellow, didn't he? This is indeed an unusual case, Watson. We're up against one of the most sinister and twisted antagonists that we've ever met. Well, chap, I'm leaving now. I'll join you soon, and don't forget, stay close to mister Stewart. Stay very close to him.
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Doctor Watson,
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I wish your friend were here. No. No. No. Don't get so excited, mister Stewart. You'll be here any moment now. You've still got the revolver that I gave you? Yes. It's in my pocket. But what's the good of a revolver if there should be an explosion? Answer me that if you can. Oh, now you must have faith in mister Holmes, sir. He's arranging now to have this house of yours surrounded by his band of street urchins. They'll see that no one gets to the cellar next door to light the fuses. A bunch of children. How can they do anything? You don't know the Baker Street Irregulars, mister Stewart, and it's a perfect day for them to operate.
As black faced boys begging for pennies, they'd pass unnoticed anywhere. I hope you're right, but I have a premonition, doctor. There's going to be a tragedy. I know. Now take it easy, sir. Remember your heart. You're in splendid hands when Sherlock Holmes is on the case. Here he is now. Holmes, I say, I I'm glad to see you. You received your visitor yet? Visitor.
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We've seen no one. Now be on the alert. I've just been questioning the boys surrounding this house. A few moments ago, some children pulled a small cart up to the back door, a cart containing a life size dummy. My regulars thought that it was a leprosy on its way to a bonfire. Oh, why shouldn't it be home? I have reason to believe that it's someone visiting you in disguise, mister Stewart, a visitor who is mounting back
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stairs at this very moment. You've got to stand by me, Holmes. You've got to protect me. I'm sorry, sir. Come in. Look
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look at that apparition. Strange cut a guy Fawkes' dummy. A dark lantern in his hand, and and it's walking. And also talking, I trust.
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Keep away from me. I got a revolver.
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Take my mistake for Victoria's sake. You won't give me one, I'll take two. Not better for me and no worse for you. It's Guy Faulkner. Keep away from it, you hear. Better for me and the worse for you. Alright then. I've got the fire. Yeah. I mean, mister Stewart, the revolver I've provided for you seems to be unloaded. How very odd. What in fun is all this about? You've just witnessed an attempted murder, Watson. Murder? What are you talking about? This is a game. James and I had it arranged the whole thing. You may have thought it was a game, mister Falconby, but I assure you that your current grand, mister Stewart Watson, is not believing us. Leave me alone.
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Take your hands off me.
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My heart. Can you help? Help me put him on the server. That's it. I'll get him some digitalis. Look. I don't want to appear unnecessarily
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stupid, but will someone tell me what this is all about? With pleasure. Mister Falconby, your cousin had planned one of the most fantastic murder plots that I've ever encountered. He came to us with a story that you had threatened his life. But that's ridiculous. I'm very fond of him. Of course, it's ridiculous. The whole plot was ridiculous. He leased the house next door, had a tunnel dug and gunpowder and fuses planted there. He even entered the name of the tenants as Winter, Rokewood, and Canes to give the apparent plot a further authenticity. You mean my cousin who was the real tenant? Certainly, he was. However, he was clumsy enough to drop that, piece of silk with the wire ring on the end that you found in the cellar, Watson. The thing you called a jess. And what's a jess? It's a strap that goes around a falcon's leg to which its leash is fastened. You will remember that mister Stewart informed us us that falconry is his hobby, and it therefore indicated
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that he had been in the cellar and consequently must have known about the whole plot. And all he was trying to do was to build up in our minds a belief that his cousin was trying to kill him. Exactly,
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my dear fellow. Had we believed him, of course, he could have shot you just now, mister Falconby, in apparent self defense. Good lord. What a fantastic plant. I
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I still can't quite believe it. Mister Falconby, why are you dressed as a Guy Fawkes dummy? Well, it was James's idea. He said that that he was going through a to dress up too and that we were to go around the bonfires tonight and frighten people by by appearing as live dummies. But the last message he sent told me to come up here that that we'd play a practical joke on a couple of friends of his. And did he provide you with the costume that you're wearing? Yes. As a matter of fact, he did. Have you searched the pockets for any weapons? No. But I will. Alright. And while you're doing that, I'll examine this dark lantern. How's your patient, Watson? Well, I've given him some digitalis,
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and now I'll get him some brand new I can't find anything in the pockets.
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Here's the answer, my friends. Look here. Inside the lantern is a dagger. Your cousin planted it there to substantiate the claim that you were trying to kill him. Had his plans worked, you would have been dead, mister Faulconvey, before you could have told us the truth. Here. Come back here, mister Stewart. Please. Just step out of the hole. Found it. He's taking the heart attack. Come on. What's an
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Holmes. Holmes, where are you?
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Out of the way, please. Blow me. Here comes an old girl in London, champs.
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Excuse me, please. I'm trying to find a friend of mine. Most important. Holmes, where are you? Can I hear my turn? I hear you. Out of the way, please. I'm coming home. I don't just get in the house.
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You you got away from me in the crowd. You got away from us. Well, we'll never find him in this month. Not twelve foot. He's a dangerous man. There's no knowing what he may do. Whether you're regulars. There's Wiggins. Wiggins. Hello, mister Holmes. Wake up. Did you see a man run out of that house a few minutes ago? No, governor. Perhaps Charlie did. Hey, Charlie. Come over here a minute. It's mister
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Alright. I bet Charlie didn't see anything though. He's got some savvy girl with him. Hello, mister Holmes and doctor Watson. Hello, Charlie. Did you see a man run through this crowd a few minutes ago? A tallish man with a gray mustache? Yes. I did. A man came running out of the house over there. That's the house. Where'd he go? He run down toward where the shops are. And he stole our dummy, he did. The one we are going to burn in a bonfire. I tried to stop him, but he got away. Holmes. Holmes. Look up there on the roof. There's a figure. By Joe, I believe it's James Stewart. That's the man. He's the one that stole our dummy. He's standing up on the roof. He's going to jump. If he does, he's going to run-in a bonfire. There he goes. He is jumping.
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Right into the middle of the fire. It's awful. He'll be burned to death. Don't worry, Wiggins.
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There wasn't a man who fell into the bonfire. What do you mean? From the gyrations that the figure performed as it fell, my dear Watson, I'm convinced that mister Stewart threw the stolen dummy to try and put us off the track. Then Stewart's still up there. He is, Watson. Come on, old boy. It's up on the rooftops for us. Up on the rooftops. Here, Watson. Let me help you out. Can you reach my hand? I got it. Alright. And come on. That's it.
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It seems to me that fire escapes must be designed for for giants. Keep your eyes kindled, fellow.
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Stuart's a dangerous man. Might be hiding behind those chimney stacks. Come on.
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Pardon my soul. This is a strange place to be on Guy Fawkes night. Yes. A comprehensive case, Watson.
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Starts in a cellar and ends on a rooftop. Look, Holmes.
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By the parapet there.
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Crumpled body of mister Stewart. Looks to me as if it here. He's dead, Holmes. Well, it's not surprising. The effort of carrying the dummy up here and throwing it combined with his own state of excitement were too much for him. Well, quite frankly, I can't say that I'm sorry. No. He planned a murder. If it hadn't been for you, he would have succeeded. An extraordinary case, Holmes. Yes, old chap and one that should long make us remember the November 5. By Joe, yes. Pleased to remember the November 5. Gunpara treason and plot.
I see no reason why gunpara treason should ever be forgotten.
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Well, doctor, as you boys would say, that story was a bit of exciting. What? Yes. And even now, I sort of lose my breath when I remember climbing that fire escape. You know, doctor, those two fellas certainly went out of their way to celebrate Guy Fawkes Day. Now, take me when I got a little celebrating to do, I'm I like to do it quietly. Some friends, a glass of port. Yeah. Petri port, of course. What else? Leave it to you. No matter what the occasion is, you can somehow make it a perfect occasion
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Draw up a chair. Thank you. That's it.
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By the way, do you know what date it is?
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November 5, isn't it? That's right. In England, it's known as Guy Fawkes Day. Have you ever heard of it? It's something to do with a gunpowder plot, isn't it? Yes, mister Bartel, it is. And as Sherlock Holmes and I had a very unusual adventure on the November 5 many years ago, it seems appropriate that I should tell you about it tonight. Before I begin, I think it might help you to appreciate the true flavor of the story. If I tell you a little about the origin and the customs of Guy Fawkes Day. It's well I did. I could watch it. Well, my boy, on November 2100, exactly three hundred and forty years ago today, King James the first was about to attend the opening of of parliament when a plot was discovered to blow up the house of lords during the ceremony. And the chief conspirator was Guy Fawkes, I suppose. Yes. He was. He was captured in a vault immediately below the house of lords, a vault full of barrels of gunpowder.
Of course, he and his fellow conspirators were executed. And ever since then, November has been known as Guy Fawkes Day. Well, how's it celebrated, doc? Well, it's a great time for the youngsters, mister Bartell. They black their faces, throng the streets, begging for pennies, and and built bonfires in which to burn effigies of Guy Fawkes. These effigies are life size dummies stuffed with straw and dressed in old clothes. The children parade them in the streets chanting rhymes. Well, now let me see. Pleased to remember the November 5. Guy Fawkes guy hid him in the eye.
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The kids must have quite a time. Sort of like, Halloween, Andrey. It's not unlike it, my boy.
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Well, now that I've told you something about customs of Guy Fawkes Day, I'll get on with my story. It began just before lunch, I remember, on November 1899. The day was foggy and cold, and Holmes and I were seated each each side of a blazing fire in our Baker Street rooms. From outside, we could hear the sound of voices laughing and singing. Suddenly, Holmes rose and crossed to the window, opened it, and looked out. Then he turned to me and spoke. Children having a great time, Watson, aren't they? Yes. Of course, they're sitting worth a pennies to to walk here this morning. Has it occurred to you, Watson, that the gunpowder plot offers very promising material to the speculative mind? In what way, Holmes? I say it's confidedly chilly in here. Don't you think you might, shut that window?
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Sorry, old chap. As I was saying, the gunpowder plot offers very promising material to the speculative mind. I made something of a study of the historical records of the case. There is more than a little evidence to suggest that King James was never in any real danger. Never in any danger? What makes you say that? Knowledge of the proposed Dastelis scheme came to light early. But James Stewart, king of England, the possessor of a shrewd and diabolical mind, used the spectacular discovery of the plot to try and bolster his waning popularity as well as to justify increased religious persecutions. Well, that's the first I've heard of it, Holmes. I dare say, I'll follow-up. It's true just the same. I'm afraid James Stewart, king of England, was an unscrupulous tyrant. Come in.
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Oh, yes, missus Hudson. There was a gentleman to see you, mister Holmes. He said it was very important, and he asked me to give you his card. Oh, thank you, missus Hudson.
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Ask him to come up, please, will you? Aye, sir. Who is at home? A gentleman with a remarkably fine sense of timing.
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Rediscount for yourself. Let's have a look. Mister James Stewart. Great Scott. That's that's an extraordinary coincidence that he should arrive just as we're talking about James Stewart, king of England. Come in.
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Mister James Stewart. How do you do, mister Stewart? My name is Sherlock Holmes, and this is my colleague, doctor Watson. How do you do, sir? How do you do? Mister Holmes, you've got to help me. I'm walking about mortal fear in my life. You've got to help me. Stewart, I suggest that you sit down. Now I'll do anything in my power to help you, but you must compose yourself first and tell me quietly what it is that's frightening you. How can I compose myself when I may be dead within a few hours? No. No. No. No, mister Stewart. I'm a doctor. I really think if I were to give you a sedative that you'd find How can talk of sedatives when I My heart. Doctor.
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My heart. Alright. It's alright. Now here, let me help you with the sofa. There you are now. That's Brad. Would be in all the way. Yes, Holmes. Now give him some digitalis. A fellow with a bad heart like this shouldn't allow himself to get so excited. Here you are, mister Stewart. Drink this. That's it. That's it. And now this, mister Stewart. What is it? It's digitalis.
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Very well. Yeah. Now, feel better, sir?
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Yes, mister Holmes. Yes. I do. You're right. I shouldn't get so excited. My heart can't stand it, you know. Watson, is he well enough to talk, do you think? Yes. If he doesn't excite himself again. I'll be careful, doctor. I'll take it quietly. Mister Holmes, when you saw my card just now, did it strike any response of court? Strike any response of court?
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Naturally, sir. Who could fail to be intrigued when a James Stewart calls to see one on Guy Fawkes Day? It isn't just coincidence that my name is James Stewart's.
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I've got royal blood in my veins. People know of it, and that's another reason they're out to kill me. They're jealous of my heritage. Every instinct I have is a royal one. No. You gentlemen know that falconry is a king's sport, and my greatest hobby is the breeding and the training of Paul Stewart. Mister Stewart, going to the state of your health, I suggest that you be as economical as possible in your explanation. In fact, I think it might be better if I were to question you. Very well, mister Holmes. Now you say that your life is in danger. What evidence do you have to substantiate that claim? My cousin, Guy Faulconby, has threatened it. You see, mister Holmes, he and I are the only heirs to a wealthy uncle. His fortune will go to the surviving heir. If I were dead,
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For Watson. Only a few days ago, I saw a certain inspector, Lestrade, I think his name was, and he laughed at my fears. Oh, Lestrade.
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And he laughed, did he? Well, then in that case, there may be something in your story, sir. You say that your cousin has threatened to kill you.
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He has. And it's a diblish plot. Guy has a bitter twisted sense of humor, gentlemen, even when he's planning as dastardly a thing as a murder. I am James Stewart. He is Guy Falconby, which is near enough to Guy Fawkes. Today is the November 5, and he's planning to blow me up. Come come come, sir. You can't expect us to believe that. But it's true. He warned me. In the celebrations that are going on in the streets of London today would make a rare club for his activities. I must confess, mister Stewart, that I find your story most unconvincing. All your evidence appears to depend on conversations held between you and this cousin of yours. You have no facts, sir, to substantiate your claims. But I have. Then please let us hear them. I live at 23 Cavendish Square. A Week ago, the house next door to me was let to a new tenant. Almost immediately, workmen became very active there. They were digging in the cellars, mister Holmes. I could hear the sounds of picks and shovels through the walls. Digging in the cellars. That does sound significant, doesn't it, Holmes? Extremely.
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Did you observe any other activities of a workman, mister Stewart? Mister Holmes.
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Vans have been delivering large packing cases to the basement during the last two days. Mhmm. I know what's in them too. It's gunpowder.
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I tell you they're planning to blow me up today. No. No. No. No. Steady, sir. Steady, steady. You mustn't excite yourself again. What shall I do, mister Holmes? I think, sir, it would be better for you to rest here for a while and then go to a nearby hotel. I would suggest the, sharp spring and wait there until you hear from us. And where are you gentlemen going? Watson and I, after donning suitable disguises, will visit the house adjoining yours in Cavendish Square. I think an examination of the cellar there might prove most illuminating.
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Oh, this must be in the house alright, Holmes. The empty packing cases are still by the foot of the basement steps. Come on, Watson. Let's go down and explore.
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Pardon my soul. I I feel a little self conscious of these clothes. No need to, my dear chap. You look a most authentic inspector of punning. Oh, well, hello. If anyone challenges us, you'd better let me do the talking though. I think my accent might be a little more convincing. Listen. I can't hear anything. Exactly. Then we may reasonably assume that either the workmen are observing the Guy Fawkes' holiday or that their work is done. Come on. Let's find this door.
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It's unlocked?
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Yes. This is too easy, Watson. We must be prepared for a trap. Come on.
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I've got my revolver handy if there's there's any trouble. I don't use it until I tell you to. Remember,
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we're supposed to be plumbing inspectors.
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It's pitch black in here.
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I can't see a thing. Strike a match. See if you can find a gas jet. Strike a match when the cellar may be full of gunpowder Can't take the risk, old chap.
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Here's a gas jet, I light it. That's better. Now we can see a little. Uh-huh.
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I think the workmen have completed their job. See that new wood forming a crude door on the corner over there? Where does it lead to, Dispose? Let's find out. Oh, also unlocked. And here's a miner's lantern waiting conveniently for us on this ledge. Oh, this is ridiculously easy. Now I'm sure it's a trap. I like the lantern. Great Scott. It's it's a tunnel. Yes. It's a tunnel leading into mister Stewart's house next door. Let's explore it.
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Look, Holmes. Look at the barrels. I looked at full gunpowder. Undoubtedly.
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We'll observe the fuses as well. Yes. The complete equipment for another gunpowder plot. I can't believe my eyes. What a fantastic plan. But how could the murderer be certain that Stewart would be killed in the explosion? I think that's easily answered, Watson. Remember mister Stewart's bad heart? In his present state of apprehension, an exploding firecracker would be enough to kill him. I suppose so.
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Hello? Hello? What's this lying on the floor? Curious? It's a funny strip of silk with a little ring on the end. Let me see it, Watson.
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Uh-huh. This seems to be familiar. By Jove. I believe. Jess? What nurse, Last piece of evidence necessary to confirm the conclusion. Ask her out of there. I'll leave your hands above your heads. I've got a revolver. Right, John, governor. We ain't ain't no harm. Now remember, Watson. I'll do the talking. Come on. I shall
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come. Well, well, you're a comical looking pair.
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What are you doing in there? Me and my mate got a message to come over here and see to the plumbing, mister. Plumbers,
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Do you have any identification? Yes, sir. Here's my badge. We're inspectors for the London County Council. Oh, that's alright, my man. I saw the basement door open, and I I thought burglars might
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be here. You're the owner of this house, sir? Yes. But my agent let it recently to some tenants who've been behaving rather queerly, I'm told. So I came around here to see what was happening. If you're the owner, sir, perhaps you can give me some, facts for me records. Gotta fill me records, you know. What do you wanna know? Well, your name, please, sir. Falconberry. Guy Falconberry. Look here. Alfie. Alfie, hold your nose. What did he say? Nothing, sir. Nothing. He's got baddie cups. Had him for, well, had him for months now. Can't stop him. Alfie, here. Give me a pencil, will you? Thank you, Alf. Now, sir, your name is Guy Faulconby.
What's the name of the, the tenant this house is let to? There are three of them. Oh, do you know the name, sir? Got to have them for me records, you see. Yes. The names are Winter, Rockwood, and Keynes. I oh, yes. Winter, Rockwood, and Keynes. That's right, sir. Chances that there might be a firm of solicitors, don't they, sir? Well, perhaps they are. I haven't met them. Just one more question, sir, and then I didn't bother you no more. Well, what is it? My religion or my grandmother's maiden name? No, sir. No. Nothing like that. I just wonder who lived in the house next door on that side. We've had a complaint from there too. Their pipes is bunged up. My cousin lives there. His name's James Stewart. Mister James Stewart, aye? Oh, much obliged, sir. Me and my mate will be going next door then. Come on, Alfie. I'm not surprised his pipes are bunged up as you so graphically put it. He's a great one for practical jokes about the house. As a matter of fact, he's planning one of them tonight.
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Oh, well, that's no concern of yours. By the way, my man, what's your name?
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Nivet, sir. Tom Nivet. Come on, Alfie. We got work to do.
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Holmes, I wish you'd tell me what's going on. Why have we taken this cab back to Baker Street? Get out of these clothes. They've served their purpose. Now there's more serious work afoot. Well, I'm still confused about our interview with Guy Volkenberry.
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Why did you say your name was Tom Nivett? What touch of vanity will follow. Vanity? How do you mean? Well, consider the names in this case so far, Watson. James Stewart says that he's been threatened by Guy Falconby, a name as mister Stewart points out, not unlike Guy Fawkes. You recall the names of the three tenants that mister Faulkner gave us a few minutes ago? Yes. Winter, Rokewood, and Keynes.
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But what's that gotta do with it? A great deal, my dear fellow.
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Thomas Winter, Ambrose Rokewood, and Robert Keynes were the three men executed with Guy Fawkes in
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five. Where does Tom Nivett, the the name you gave yourself, fit into the fixture? Thomas Nivett
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was the Westminster Magistrate who arrested the conspirators. Since there would be murderers such an academic knowledge of the original thought, I thought I'd let him know that he was up against an opponent worthy of his steel.
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We'll hear the rest of doctor Watson's story in just a few seconds. Just about time for me to remind you that if you want a wine that's sure to please the ladies, you can't miss with Petri California Muscatel. That's because Petri Muscatel is a golden wine with one of the most luscious flavors you ever tasted. Did you ever taste a big plump Muscat grape that's ripened in the sun? If you have, then you know what to expect when you taste Petri Muscatell. It's a wonderful wine. Perfect after dinner and swell when company comes. Just remember that, won't you? Petri Muscatel. Well, doctor, you and mister Holmes were certainly having yourselves quite a guy for today. What happened when you got back to Baker Street? We quickly changed out of our disguises and back into our ordinary clothes. I'm still pretty much in the dark as usual,
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and I kept questioning Holmes as out and as to our next move. He was in a state of suppressed excitement, and it was obvious as he spoke to me that he was anxious to be off. What's don't doodle. There's so much work ahead of us. What do you mean don't dole? I'm not doleting. I'm busy as far as I can.
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What's our next move anyway? We must split our forces. Just get hold of my band of street urchins, the Baker Street Irregulars. I'm going to surround mister Stewart's house in Cavendish Square, and they'll be invaluable for that purpose. So what do you want me to do? Go to the Shaftesbury Hotel and collect mister Stewart, then return with him to his house and wait me there. I shall join you as soon as I've rounded up the irregulars, but I must warn you. Don't leave mister Stewart for a moment. Don't let him out of your sight until you see me again. Of course, I won't, Holmes, but to I must say, I deal with all that gunfire in the cellar doesn't make me feel any too happy. Me, old chap, have faith in me. You know, I wouldn't expose you to any danger if I could avoid it. And I assure you that I shall join you and mister Stewart very shortly. You have your revolver? Yes. Of course. Good. And, give mister Stewart this revolver, will you? Tell him that I insist that he carries it. I fear that his own has probably
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strange business, I must say. That guy Falconway seemed
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such a decent sort of fellow. Yes. He appeared to be a most amiable fellow, didn't he? This is indeed an unusual case, Watson. We're up against one of the most sinister and twisted antagonists that we've ever met. Well, chap, I'm leaving now. I'll join you soon, and don't forget, stay close to mister Stewart. Stay very close to him.
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Doctor Watson,
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I wish your friend were here. No. No. No. Don't get so excited, mister Stewart. You'll be here any moment now. You've still got the revolver that I gave you? Yes. It's in my pocket. But what's the good of a revolver if there should be an explosion? Answer me that if you can. Oh, now you must have faith in mister Holmes, sir. He's arranging now to have this house of yours surrounded by his band of street urchins. They'll see that no one gets to the cellar next door to light the fuses. A bunch of children. How can they do anything? You don't know the Baker Street Irregulars, mister Stewart, and it's a perfect day for them to operate.
As black faced boys begging for pennies, they'd pass unnoticed anywhere. I hope you're right, but I have a premonition, doctor. There's going to be a tragedy. I know. Now take it easy, sir. Remember your heart. You're in splendid hands when Sherlock Holmes is on the case. Here he is now. Holmes, I say, I I'm glad to see you. You received your visitor yet? Visitor.
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We've seen no one. Now be on the alert. I've just been questioning the boys surrounding this house. A few moments ago, some children pulled a small cart up to the back door, a cart containing a life size dummy. My regulars thought that it was a leprosy on its way to a bonfire. Oh, why shouldn't it be home? I have reason to believe that it's someone visiting you in disguise, mister Stewart, a visitor who is mounting back
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stairs at this very moment. You've got to stand by me, Holmes. You've got to protect me. I'm sorry, sir. Come in. Look
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look at that apparition. Strange cut a guy Fawkes' dummy. A dark lantern in his hand, and and it's walking. And also talking, I trust.
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Keep away from me. I got a revolver.
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Take my mistake for Victoria's sake. You won't give me one, I'll take two. Not better for me and no worse for you. It's Guy Faulkner. Keep away from it, you hear. Better for me and the worse for you. Alright then. I've got the fire. Yeah. I mean, mister Stewart, the revolver I've provided for you seems to be unloaded. How very odd. What in fun is all this about? You've just witnessed an attempted murder, Watson. Murder? What are you talking about? This is a game. James and I had it arranged the whole thing. You may have thought it was a game, mister Falconby, but I assure you that your current grand, mister Stewart Watson, is not believing us. Leave me alone.
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Take your hands off me.
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My heart. Can you help? Help me put him on the server. That's it. I'll get him some digitalis. Look. I don't want to appear unnecessarily
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stupid, but will someone tell me what this is all about? With pleasure. Mister Falconby, your cousin had planned one of the most fantastic murder plots that I've ever encountered. He came to us with a story that you had threatened his life. But that's ridiculous. I'm very fond of him. Of course, it's ridiculous. The whole plot was ridiculous. He leased the house next door, had a tunnel dug and gunpowder and fuses planted there. He even entered the name of the tenants as Winter, Rokewood, and Canes to give the apparent plot a further authenticity. You mean my cousin who was the real tenant? Certainly, he was. However, he was clumsy enough to drop that, piece of silk with the wire ring on the end that you found in the cellar, Watson. The thing you called a jess. And what's a jess? It's a strap that goes around a falcon's leg to which its leash is fastened. You will remember that mister Stewart informed us us that falconry is his hobby, and it therefore indicated
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that he had been in the cellar and consequently must have known about the whole plot. And all he was trying to do was to build up in our minds a belief that his cousin was trying to kill him. Exactly,
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my dear fellow. Had we believed him, of course, he could have shot you just now, mister Falconby, in apparent self defense. Good lord. What a fantastic plant. I
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I still can't quite believe it. Mister Falconby, why are you dressed as a Guy Fawkes dummy? Well, it was James's idea. He said that that he was going through a to dress up too and that we were to go around the bonfires tonight and frighten people by by appearing as live dummies. But the last message he sent told me to come up here that that we'd play a practical joke on a couple of friends of his. And did he provide you with the costume that you're wearing? Yes. As a matter of fact, he did. Have you searched the pockets for any weapons? No. But I will. Alright. And while you're doing that, I'll examine this dark lantern. How's your patient, Watson? Well, I've given him some digitalis,
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and now I'll get him some brand new I can't find anything in the pockets.
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Here's the answer, my friends. Look here. Inside the lantern is a dagger. Your cousin planted it there to substantiate the claim that you were trying to kill him. Had his plans worked, you would have been dead, mister Faulconvey, before you could have told us the truth. Here. Come back here, mister Stewart. Please. Just step out of the hole. Found it. He's taking the heart attack. Come on. What's an
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Holmes. Holmes, where are you?
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Out of the way, please. Blow me. Here comes an old girl in London, champs.
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Excuse me, please. I'm trying to find a friend of mine. Most important. Holmes, where are you? Can I hear my turn? I hear you. Out of the way, please. I'm coming home. I don't just get in the house.
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You you got away from me in the crowd. You got away from us. Well, we'll never find him in this month. Not twelve foot. He's a dangerous man. There's no knowing what he may do. Whether you're regulars. There's Wiggins. Wiggins. Hello, mister Holmes. Wake up. Did you see a man run out of that house a few minutes ago? No, governor. Perhaps Charlie did. Hey, Charlie. Come over here a minute. It's mister
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Alright. I bet Charlie didn't see anything though. He's got some savvy girl with him. Hello, mister Holmes and doctor Watson. Hello, Charlie. Did you see a man run through this crowd a few minutes ago? A tallish man with a gray mustache? Yes. I did. A man came running out of the house over there. That's the house. Where'd he go? He run down toward where the shops are. And he stole our dummy, he did. The one we are going to burn in a bonfire. I tried to stop him, but he got away. Holmes. Holmes. Look up there on the roof. There's a figure. By Joe, I believe it's James Stewart. That's the man. He's the one that stole our dummy. He's standing up on the roof. He's going to jump. If he does, he's going to run-in a bonfire. There he goes. He is jumping.
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Right into the middle of the fire. It's awful. He'll be burned to death. Don't worry, Wiggins.
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There wasn't a man who fell into the bonfire. What do you mean? From the gyrations that the figure performed as it fell, my dear Watson, I'm convinced that mister Stewart threw the stolen dummy to try and put us off the track. Then Stewart's still up there. He is, Watson. Come on, old boy. It's up on the rooftops for us. Up on the rooftops. Here, Watson. Let me help you out. Can you reach my hand? I got it. Alright. And come on. That's it.
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It seems to me that fire escapes must be designed for for giants. Keep your eyes kindled, fellow.
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Stuart's a dangerous man. Might be hiding behind those chimney stacks. Come on.
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Pardon my soul. This is a strange place to be on Guy Fawkes night. Yes. A comprehensive case, Watson.
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Starts in a cellar and ends on a rooftop. Look, Holmes.
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By the parapet there.
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Crumpled body of mister Stewart. Looks to me as if it here. He's dead, Holmes. Well, it's not surprising. The effort of carrying the dummy up here and throwing it combined with his own state of excitement were too much for him. Well, quite frankly, I can't say that I'm sorry. No. He planned a murder. If it hadn't been for you, he would have succeeded. An extraordinary case, Holmes. Yes, old chap and one that should long make us remember the November 5. By Joe, yes. Pleased to remember the November 5. Gunpara treason and plot.
I see no reason why gunpara treason should ever be forgotten.
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Well, doctor, as you boys would say, that story was a bit of exciting. What? Yes. And even now, I sort of lose my breath when I remember climbing that fire escape. You know, doctor, those two fellas certainly went out of their way to celebrate Guy Fawkes Day. Now, take me when I got a little celebrating to do, I'm I like to do it quietly. Some friends, a glass of port. Yeah. Petri port, of course. What else? Leave it to you. No matter what the occasion is, you can somehow make it a perfect occasion
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And now doctor Watson, what's Sherlock Holmes adventure you're going to tell us next week? An old favorite, mister Bartel, a story that concerns strange music that was heard in a lonely house in the English countryside and of the living death that stalked there. I call it the adventure of the speckled band.
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Tonight's Sherlock Holmes adventure is written by Dennis Green and Anthony Boucher and was suggested by an incident in this Arthur Conan Doyle story, The Adventure of the Devil's Foot. Music was by Dean Fosler. Mister Rathbone appears through the courtesy of Metro Goldwyn Mayer, and mister Bruce through the courtesy of Universal Pictures, where they are now starring in the Sherlock Holmes series. The Petri Wine Company of San Francisco, California invites you to tune in again next week, same time, same station. This is Harry Bartel saying good night for the Petrie family.
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