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Mystery’s History Trivia 001:

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The Case of the Final Fade-Out

Erle Stanley Gardner as Judge #2 in Perry Mason and The Case of the Final Fade-Out.
Image Credit: CBS Television Network and Paisano Productions

The Question

Who played Judge #2 in Perry Mason: Season 9 Episode 30,
The Case of the Final Fade-Out?

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And The Answer Is . . .

Who played Judge #2 in Perry Mason: Season 9 Episode 30, The Case of the Final Fade-Out?

Erle Stanley Gardner, the creator of Perry Mason, Della Street, Paul Drake, and the district attorney with the worst record in the history of criminal justice, Hamilton Burger.

The Case of the Final Fade-Out was the only Perry Mason episode to feature Erle Stanley Gardner, and it was the final episode of the original Perry Mason series.

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Donald Jay writes cozy mystery, adventure, romance, and inspirational stories suitable for all audiences. Don brings to life eclectic and engaging characters who whisk readers off to enchanting places, challenge them with unusual puzzles and cleverly hidden clues, and inspire them to dream. Formerly a magician, Don is also a woodworker, painter, and toymaker. His wife, Linda, says, “It’s like being married to Santa himself.” He grew up in the snowy winters of the West Virginia mountains and loves the spiritual roots, rich traditions, and festive decorations that spark the magic of Christmas. So, he often sets his stories during the Christmas season. Don is a Virginia Tech graduate, a former first responder, and a retired hotel executive who now turns his lively imagination to entertaining readers of all ages.

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6 thoughts on “Mystery’s History Trivia 001:”

  1. Ben Waggoner says:

    Totally stumped me.

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      🙂

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  2. Linda says:

    I know! I know!

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks for playing and for leaving a comment.

      Reply
  3. Theda says:

    So interesting! and I never would have guessed that.

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    1. Author Donald Jay
      Donald Jay says:

      Thanks for playing and for leaving a comment.

      Reply

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