"The Death Bed Caper" (originally broadcast on June 20, 1948) plunges private eye Sam Spade into a high-stakes family drama when he is summoned to the bedside of a dying tycoon who suspects his greedy heirs are plotting his premature demise. Tasked with protecting the old man and unraveling a complex web of forged wills, secret alliances, and suspicious medical mishaps, Spade must navigate a mansion filled with hostile suspects who all have a motive for murder. Relying on his sharp cynicism and relentless interrogation tactics, the detective uncovers a deadly conspiracy, braving physical threats and deceptive framing attempts to trap the true mastermind. In the end, Spade delivers the cold hard truth to the police, ensuring justice is served before dictating the final, gritty details of the case  ...