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Whitman, Vic (Victor Sargent)
1901
1981
Whitman, Victor Sargent
Whitman, Victor S.
Soto, Rafael M. de
1904
1992
DeSoto, Rafael M.
Soto, Ralph de
Soto, Rafael M. De
The radio cop
$aNew York :$bStreet & Smith Corporation, $c1929.
Produced from the August 15, 1929 issue of "Top-Notch" magazine.
Roger Frank and Sue Clark
"The Radio Cop" by Vic Whitman is a crime fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the character of Dave Cates, a police radio operator who is caught in the crossfire of gang rivalries and the challenges that accompany his unique position. With a combination of wit, bravery, and an unlikely romance, Cates navigates the dangerous world of organized crime while striving to prove himself in a field that often overlooks his capabilities. The story unfolds as Dave Cates broadcasts police information over the radio, using his engaging voice to relay messages to the public and fellow officers while facing threats from the criminal underworld. After receiving a warning from gangsters, he is unexpectedly saved by a mysterious girl, Anabelle Talbot, who becomes a pivotal character in his life. As Cates investigates gang leader Big Ed Margolo, he finds himself deep in the chaos of a crime war while forming a bond with Anabelle, who cannot speak due to her condition. Their relationship develops, leading to a dramatic climax when Cates confronts Margolo, testing both his skills as a police officer and the strength of their connection. The story is filled with tension, humor, and heart, portraying the conflicts of a radio cop who longs for both excitement and personal recognition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/TopNotchV078N0619290815
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1929
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Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Short stories
Police -- Fiction
Radio broadcasting -- Fiction
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Novels
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