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Barnaby Jones, a Quinn Martin production, starring Buddy Epson.

Also starring Lee Merriweather, Mark Shera,

with guest stars Glenn Corbett, Marky Post,

Gwen Humble.

Tonight's episode, Master of Deception.

Hey. Hi.

Hi.

Computers all tucked in for the night?

Uh -huh.

Sleeping like babies.

Well, then let's get out of here before they wake up.

Daryl, I've got to work.

I tried calling you, but you already left.

I thought you said you'd finished that digital something or other that you were

working on. We did.

But now the board of directors wants the report delivered a week early.

I'm sorry.

Well, you should be.

Do you know what today is?

Uh -uh. Our anniversary.

Oh, dear.

Three months already?

And I just happened to reserve a table at the best restaurant in town.

Oh.

Feel guilty?

Terribly. Good.

We'll celebrate your first night off. Okay. You got a date.

I better get back to the meeting.

I'll try and get home before midnight.

I'll wait up for you.

Daryl.

I'm so lucky that makes two of us.

I hope I didn't ruin anything. The red light was off above the door.

I just finished.

We got through sooner than I expected.

Happy anniversary, darling.

Well, that's just what I need.

Come on, I'll put the glasses on ice.

Aren't you going to show me your new photos?

No, they're not very good.

Oh, come on, let me decide that. Pauline.

This is part of the new project.

You photographed the plans to the data communication system. Why?

You weren't supposed to know, Pauline.

Not know?

Well, what were you going to do with them?

Oh, God.

You were going to sell them, weren't you?

For acts.

I?

I was going to tell you that I came into some money. You'd quit your job. The

company would never know.

And then we'd go to the south of France and spend the rest of our lives living

like kings.

When we met at that party, I couldn't believe it.

All those beautiful women there, and you picked me.

Colleen.

That's why you wanted to get married so fast. You were defusing me to get at

those plans.

Colleen, if you really believe that, then you'd better call the police.

I think you're right, Daryl.

Daryl, don't.

Oh, my God, please don't.

No!

No!

Mr. Haggerty.

Are you sure Pauline Enders being a few hours late for work this morning

qualifies her as a missing person?

I know, I know. The police said the same thing. That's the reason I called you.

Here we go.

You know, I understand that her husband got a call from her about an hour ago.

Yeah, and I don't know what to make of that.

According to him, Pauline said she was confused and upset and wanted to spend

some time by herself, but she just hung up.

Well, I'll tell you the truth.

There really isn't anything there to indicate that she wasn't coming in

Mr. Haggerty, how did Pauline seem to you lately?

Well, she's been so wrapped up in this DC -11 project, so excited by its

potential, it's been hard to even get her to go home at night.

Mr. Haggerty, what exactly is this project?

Data communications.

It's transmitting half of a system that can turn your home TV set into a very

sophisticated computer terminal.

Sounds revolutionary.

Well, it's the biggest thing we've ever developed.

It's a joint effort with Conwest Industries, but good Lord, we've got a

deadline. And Pauline's absence has stopped us cold.

She's the only technical writer familiar with the whole project.

I'm sure some competitor would pay handsomely for Pauline's knowledge of

project. Industrial espionage?

Yes, we thought of that, but we've checked all documents thoroughly.

missing. It could have been copied.

Not by Pauline Enders. No, sir. She's been with Veritech since it started.

part of the family.

Mr. Jones, if she's in any kind of trouble at all, we want to help.

Thank you, Mr. Haggerty.

We'll certainly do our best.

Excuse me, we're looking for Mr. Henry.

Thank you.

Mr. Enders, my name is Barnaby Jones. I'm a private investigator.

This is my associate, Jedediah Jones.

Private investigator?

Yes, sir. We were hired by the Veritex Corporation to help find your wife.

The things they've been saying about big business, not having a heart.

Mr. Enders, did your wife ever give you any kind of an indication that she was

thinking of taking off like this?

No, but looking back, I guess I knew something was bothering her. Why do you

that? Well, the way she's been acting lately.

Moody, irritable.

First, I thought it was my fault I had to leave her alone so much. What kind of

your work?

Yeah, I'm a salesman. I have to be on the road two or three days a week. Well,

do you think that's what the problem was?

No, it was her job.

Pressures, deadlines.

She said it was piling up on her. She didn't know how much longer she could

it. Have you any idea where she's going?

Not really.

But Pauline loves the ocean, so I thought I'd take a drive up the coast

if maybe she'd stopped off in some of our favorite hangouts.

I know it's a shot in the dark, but... Are you planning to do a little business

on the way?

What?

Oh, my briefcase.

Well, would you believe it? I didn't realize I had it. The salesman becomes

of the hand.

Well, suppose that your wife tries to call you, Mr. Enders. Shouldn't you be

near the phone?

Well, my answering machine's on remote control, so I can take a message from

place. Well, you seem to have everything covered.

She's my life, Mr. Jones.

and I feel much better knowing that you're looking forward to it.

I'll let you know the minute I find anything out.

Well, he certainly paints a different picture of his wife than her boss did.

Yeah, the question is, Jedediah, which one is accurate?

Well, do I get a gold star or not?

Yes, yes, indeed you do, Daryl.

Just as soon as you deliver the other half of the system.

I'm working on it.

My people want a date.

You tell your people.

Tell them that...

Dealing with two companies at once takes time.

They'll have the plans as soon as Conwest completes its end of the

Are you sure that's what you want me to tell them?

Well, there is another thing.

This is costing more than I figured. I need another advance.

No way.

I need money. The deal was for 200 grand on delivery, huh?

Daryl, I like you, so I'm going to give you a little advice.

These people that we work for, do you know who they are?

An investment group, I guess.

That's right.

They take dirty money and they put it into a clean business, but only if it

turns a very big profit.

That's what they intend doing with this communication system, putting it on the

market before anybody else gets there.

Well, that sounds reasonable.

Well, reasonable is what they are.

As long as they get their own way. But if they don't,

they can get very nasty.

My advice, Daryl, don't get these people nasty.

Not even a little bit.

You know, this is almost too good to be true.

What's that?

Pauline Enders.

According to this recent psychological report from Veritex, says she's

well -adjusted, unusually stable, liked by her fellow employees, cooperative,

industrious, it just goes on and on.

She hasn't even missed a day's work in five years.

If that was said for my benefit, J .R., I did not hear you.

Never said a word.

Hardly seems like the kind of woman who would just take off during a critical

time like this.

I'm telling you, Barnaby, something about her husband just doesn't add up.

Betty, were you able to find out anything about Daryl Enders?

Well, I tried, but there doesn't seem to be a whole lot to find out.

What does that mean?

Well, he's a sales rep for several lines, the biggest being Eagle Gems, a

costume jewelry company. But up until he married Pauline a few months ago, he

doesn't seem to have existed at all.

That's interesting, Betty.

Very interesting.

Anybody home?

Eddie! Oh, Eddie, I've missed you so much.

Now that's what I call a warm homecoming.

Wait till you see what I've got for you later.

Care to give me a hint?

I want it to be a surprise.

Oh, by the way, happy anniversary.

What?

Oh, quickly the younger generation forgets. As of today, we've been married

months, two weeks, and almost seven hours.

I had nothing to do on that long drive home, so I figured it out.

Well, I think that calls for acceleration.

It's just like uptown.

You just get yourself comfortable, and I will fix you a drink.

Mmm.

These are good.

So how was your sales trip?

Three days too long.

But then they're all three days too long.

Did you manage to keep yourself busy?

Are you kidding?

Conway had me working my you -know -what off.

I finally finished that big job.

What big job?

Oh, you know that one I told you about? That digital receiver they've been

developing?

Oh, that big job. Oh, that big job. If you remember anything about it.

Well, you're right.

I confess, if I live to be a hundred, I'll never figure out what your company

does for a living. You know me. I still haven't figured out how to work one of

those little computers yet. Well, join the club.

I haven't figured out what they do either. I'm just a secretary. They tell

what to do and my fingers go to work.

I'll make you a deal.

You bring your work home, and we'll figure it out together.

Oh, that sounds like fun.

Oh, but the little old project is top secret.

I can't take any of the data out of the plant.

Oh, well, we'll just have to figure out something else to do with our evenings.

Well, I can think of a few ideas.

I'll bet you can.

Perfect. Made with tender love and care.

Are you sure that you finished with that big job?

Positive. Why?

Because I want my baby to have nothing else on her mind tonight except me.

Cheers.

You're sure Mr. Enders expected to meet you here this morning?

Well, I didn't exactly have an appointment, but he indicated he would

Well, he's on the road a great deal.

Have you worked for the Enders a long time?

For Mrs. Enders, about a year.

She lived here by herself before they got married.

Seemed a happy woman.

She should be.

She found herself a good man.

He took these pictures of her.

Well, I didn't realize that Mr.

Enders was an accomplished photographer.

Oh, yes.

And he's accomplished at making a mess in the darkroom, too.

See what I mean?

Well,

Mr. Jones, what are you doing here?

Mr. Enders, I just thought I'd drop by and see if your trip up the coast paid

off. Mrs. Kelly was kind enough to let me in.

I see.

No, I didn't find any trace of Pauline.

That's too bad.

You must have gone quite a way if you're just getting home now.

Well, before I realized it, I was past Santa Barbara. It was late and I was

tired, so I spent the night at a motel.

I turned off your answering machine, Mr. Enders. Thank you, Millie.

That's funny. It rings out here, but not in the darkroom.

Hello.

Yes, just a second.

Mr. Jones, in case you're curious, I accidentally pulled the cord out from

wall the other day when I was working in there. I tried to put it back myself,

but I guess I didn't do a very good job.

Oh.

This is for you.

Thank you.

Oh, Barnaby, I contacted the credit card company.

They were very helpful.

Did you find out anything?

Didn't I get any calls this morning, Millie?

No, sir, nothing.

If there's nothing else, I'm through.

No, that's fine. Thank you.

Thank you, Betty.

Anything new?

No.

Mr. Anders, was your wife carrying a lot of money?

I don't know.

I checked her bank account. She hadn't made any withdrawals. Why?

Well, she hasn't been using her credit card either.

At least not for any purchase of over $100.

It's too early for any receipts to be coming in, but a large purchase would

require a phone call.

When did you say that you broke a phone card?

I didn't say. A couple of days ago, I guess.

Just before you went up the coast?

It must have been. What's the difference?

Well, I was just wondering why you hadn't had the phone company in to fix

Mr. Jones, I was wondering why you seemed to be more interested in asking

questions than trying to find my wife.

Well, trying to find your wife, Mr. Enders, is really all I'm interested in.

But I am trying to figure out why someone as stable as she should suddenly

decide to run away.

Any ideas?

I already told you she was upset.

But you're the detective.

Maybe you can find a better reason.

I'll do my best.

I'll talk to you later, Mr. Andrews.

And here's what your car can look like just one day later.

No more dense, ding, rust, or rough spots.

So, if your body has dense, dings, rust, or rough spots,

hurry it on down to Mahal's One Day Body Shop.

I brought mine.

Cut.

And print.

Okay, wrap it up, boys.

And who said there were no more great actresses?

Very funny.

Now, let me get this straight.

You just happened to be walking by and saw me here doing this commercial.

I got a feeling that Kitty Dale's mother didn't raise a fool.

Believe it.

All right, I called you at home and your roommate told me where you'd be.

Now, don't tell me it's because you miss me.

Our affair to end all affairs ended six months ago.

Well, I was gonna call.

Oh, Daryl, there's an old saying.

Two gypsies can't look each other in the face without laughing.

See what I mean?

Now, what do you want?

A little favor.

There's this woman, Kitty.

No fooling.

Oh, this one's different.

I mean, she's a little older.

But very rich.

Oh, it was fun for a while. I saw a lot of the world.

But now the tour's over and you want me to help you get on.

You got the picture.

How?

All you've got to do is make a phone call or two. Say that you're my wife.

write the script.

Daryl, I'm a professional now.

I even joined the union.

Kitty, you've always been a professional in my book.

About $100.

Scale is two.

$150.

Who said actors need agents?

Tell you about Daryl Enders.

He could sell track shoes to rattlesnakes.

One of your best salesmen, huh? Used to be.

And all of a sudden, too, maybe three months ago, the order started drying up.

Began neglecting his customers. Became impossible to reach.

So we finally recalled our samples and let him go. What do you think happened?

Started spending all of his time on a new line he picked up.

Figured he'd make more money with it, I guess.

You know what the line was?

He gave me a lift home one night, and I saw one of the samples in his back seat.

It's one of those sculptures that move around.

Kinetic sculpture?

Uh, yes, that's what they call them.

I think they're distributed by the Woodmere Novelty Company.

Nickel gems.

Oh, yes, just one second.

For you, your secretary?

Thank you.

Yes, Betty?

Barnaby, Daryl Enders just called. He said he had some news for you.

Well, call him back, Betty, and tell him we're on our way over.

Thank you, Betty.

Thank you very much for your help, Mr. Bellows. Barnaby, what's up?

Daryl Enders just got another call from his wife.

You know, I'm feeling a lot better now, and, well, I should be home in a couple

of days.

Don't be mad at me, darling.

I love you.

You can imagine how relieved I was to hear her voice.

Yeah, it's too bad you weren't here to talk to her.

I know. I'm really sorry I wasn't, but I'm just happy to know that she's okay.

I'm happy, too, Mr. Enders.

I just wish I knew where she was calling from. I'd like to talk to her in

person. Well, you hurt her with your own ears. She said she was fine. What more

do you want?

You're right, Mr. Andrews.

That's the important thing that she seek.

Absolutely. Now, still, you'll call us if you hear from her again. Well, the

next time I call you, I hope it's to say that she's home.

I hope so, too. Mm -hmm. Bye.

Maybe I've been in this business too long, or I'm just too suspicious, but we

got deep. It just doesn't add up.

Yeah, she didn't really say anything, you know, not a word about her work,

is the reason he gives her her living.

And the call to make sure we know about it, he gets it on tape.

We don't know if it's even her voice.

If it isn't Mrs. Enders, I'm afraid something has happened to her.

Going down?

Oh, no.

Go ahead. I forgot something.

Kitty. And who said there were no more great actors?

I was, uh, inspecting myself a drink.

Oh, you better make it a strong one. Because we've got some business to talk

over.

What kind of business, exactly?

I don't think I got paid enough for that phone call.

You set the price.

That was when I believed your story.

And now?

Now I've done my homework.

Like following me back here?

I think you're into something big, Daryl.

I'm an acting such a very insecure profession.

Kitty, you're beautiful.

It's hard to believe that you're the same girl I introduced to Escargot only

year ago.

All right.

You win.

I am pulling a scam of sorts.

Only it's not as big as you think it is.

Tell you what.

What about an extra couple of hundred dollars?

I'd say it's time two gypsies laid their cards on the table.

I heard those men talking on the way to the elevator.

And from what I've been able to put together, I think whatever you're into,

had to kill your wife to make it work.

How's that for openers?

You're way off base.

Well, then you won't mind if I talk to those two men about it.

Wait.

What do you want?

Just half of everything you're getting.

An equal partnership.

Tell me something.

If you really believe that I killed my wife, how do you know I won't do the

thing to you?

I don't.

That's why I brought along my insurance policy.

Come on.

Daryl, I'd like you to meet my new boyfriend, Jimmy Hickok.

Hi.

Jimmy doesn't talk very much, but people usually listen when he does.

Well, what's it going to be?

Kitty, I've always had the feeling that we were going to do something big

together.

The three of us.

Cheers, partners.

Mr. Enders isn't home.

Well, that's all right, Millie. I just stopped by to see if I left my address

book here yesterday.

Well, I didn't see it, and I gave the place quite a good going over.

Yes, it's shining like a new penny.

Do you mind if I just take a quick look?

Oh, go ahead.

Thank you.

I remember I was at the telephone, and I spent some time over

there at the top in the darkroom.

I'll look around.

Thank you very much.

There it is, Millie.

Found it.

Oh, that's good. I'm glad you found it. Must have slipped out of my pocket when

I sat in the chair.

Thank you very much. Oh, no bother.

You have a good day.

You too.

Eddie,

you just got home.

Well, that's the life of a salesman here today and who knows where tomorrow.

Did you take me so much with you?

Well, I might be gone longer than usual.

Oh, honey, how long?

I don't know.

You gotta have some idea. What, three days?

A week?

Two weeks?

Eddie, I'm a big girl now. If there's something wrong, you can tell me.

I'm in some trouble.

Oh, Eddie.

I owe some money.

I've got some money saved. How much do you need?

$25 ,000.

$25 ,000?

You want it straight?

Okay, I'm a gambler.

Basketball, football, the ponies, you name it, I'll take the odds.

Why didn't you ever tell me, Eddie?

Why?

I'm married to you. I'm almost twice your age. I bring home 500 bucks a week

I gamble away two grand. But I promise to make you happy forever.

Eddie, it wouldn't have made any difference. I still love you. Honey, I

didn't want to get you involved.

Well, what do you think I am now?

That's why I'm going away before it's too late.

Too late for what?

Come here.

You see that goon out there?

I owe his boss the money.

Now, if I don't come up with it in a few hours, he'll kill me.

Eddie, what are we going to do?

Run, baby, run. That's all I can do. No, please, Eddie. There's got to be some

other way.

Well, maybe there is.

Only, uh... Only what?

There's something they want, Linda, and they're willing to let me off the hook

if I get it for them.

What? Tell me.

They want me to get the plans for the new digital receiver that your company

just developed.

How did they know about that?

Don't you think I haven't asked myself that same question? I guess it's just

their business to know those things.

Eddie.

Now, you don't have to say anything more.

I might be a gambler, but I'm not a thief, and you're certainly not.

But if it means saving your life, Eddie... I'm willing to take the

Well, I'm not.

I love you, Eddie. You've got to let me help you.

Hi, darling.

Sorry I missed you, but, well, I want you to know I'm feeling a lot better

and, well, I should be home in a couple of days.

I've heard enough.

But I'll let you decide for yourself. Here's a tape Pauline made about a week

ago.

The new data communication system will employ a semiconductor made of alternate

layers of aluminum and magnesium arsenide.

Well, Mr. Jones?

Well, you certainly don't have to be a voice expert to tell that that first

one's a fake.

That's for sure.

What does it mean, Mr. Jones?

What's happened to Pauline?

Mr. Haggerty, we can only guess.

And it's not pretty.

I'm glad I caught you. Any luck at Woodmere Novelties? I just came from

They distribute a line of kinetic sculptures, but nobody named Daryl

worked for them.

I guess Ender's old boss was mistaken.

Well, I'm not so sure. They hired a new man around that time, and he fits

Ender's description perfectly, even drives an identical car.

But a different name. Right. Ed Woods.

Got his name in the valley. Want to follow me?

I'll follow you.

That's really something, Mrs. Woods.

I bet your husband sells a lot of those.

Yes.

What did you want to see Eddie about?

How long have you and your husband been married?

Almost five months.

Had you known each other for a long time before you were married?

Oh, about a month.

What is this about?

Does the name Daryl Enders mean anything to you?

Daryl Enders?

No. You sure you've never even heard of him?

No. Why?

Because a man named Daryl Enders bears an uncanny resemblance to your husband,

not just in looks and dress and occupation, but in the car he drives to.

So what do you think?

Mrs. Woods, we think that Enders and your husband are the same man, that he's

living two different lives, married to two different women.

That's crazy.

Well, it's just a possibility, Mrs. Woods. Now, if we're wrong, everything

be straightened out when your husband gets home.

I told you, I don't know when he'll be here.

Well, maybe we could see a picture of him.

I don't have one.

Not even a snapshot?

You sure?

Sure.

Just as sure as I am that Eddie couldn't be married to another woman.

That may well be, Mrs. Woods, but I would appreciate if you had your husband

call me as soon as he comes in.

Here's my card.

Thank you.

Well, I told you, I've got to meet this friend of mine. He's the key to the

whole thing.

Why so far out?

Because he's shy.

He's supposed to meet us near those trees over there.

Where is he?

I don't see nobody.

If you're trying to... Get out, Wild Bill.

Hey, come on.

I said out.

Yeah, sure.

Over there.

Down there.

What are you going to do?

I've worked alone too long to begin a partnership now.

What about Kitty?

She knows I'm with you.

If I don't come home... What are you going to do, call the police?

I'll take care of Kitty one way or another.

Barnaby Jones, investigations may help.

Hi, J .R.

Is Barnaby there?

No, he hasn't come back yet. Where are you?

Well, I followed Linda Woods to the Red Chimney Bar on Riverside, but so far

nothing's happened.

Is she by herself?

Yeah, but I think she's waiting for somebody. She keeps looking at the door.

Betty, she's on her way out. Let me call you back, okay?

All right. Goodbye.

Come on.

Just come on.

Eddie, what is this?

Eddie?

Eddie, have you heard from Jedediah?

Twice in the last five minutes. First he called to say that he had followed

Linda to a bar on Riverside Drive, and then he called right back and said she'd

disappeared into thin air.

I don't really care about Linda Woods.

I want to know if she works and for whom. I'll get right on it.

Linda! Hi, Tony.

Do you remember my husband, Eddie?

I sure do.

I remember he struck me out twice at the company picnic.

And the third time up, you hit a home run.

I was just showing off for my kid.

Well, while you two talk about past glories, I think I'll go up and get the

my boss wants me to type up tonight.

I thought you said it waited time. Almost, but I think I can manage it.

hey, why don't you give her a hand?

Would it be all right, Tony?

The reports are really heavy.

Sure.

If I can't trust old Tom Thiever here, who can I trust?

Thanks a lot.

Relax. I can't stop shaking. It'll be over before you know it.

He caught us in his death.

Here.

Eddie, he's going to see this has been forced open.

Baby, if I don't deliver those plans tonight, it's all over for me.

Is that it?

Yeah. Where's the room?

Left door on your left. The cabinet is marked Project DR4. That same card opens

it. You better stay here in case somebody comes by.

And quit worrying. Everything's going to be fine.

Who did you say you were working for again?

Vertex Electronics. We just found out they're involved in a joint project with

your company.

That's right.

Linda's in her office, 210.

I'll alert our security people.

Mr. Jones, what are you doing here? Looking for your husband. The guard said

was with you.

Yes. Where is he, Linda?

He left.

Took some papers down to the car.

Guard would have seen him.

He took the back way.

All the other doors are secured.

Please. Linda, listen to me.

The other woman that your husband married worked for Veritex Electronics.

not married to another woman. He only married her to get his hands on a new

project that the company was developing that he killed her.

Your company is working on the same project. He needs those plans to get it

together. I don't believe you.

Army, this drawer's been forced open.

Don't you see that's the only reason he married you?

It had nothing to do with love.

Linda, think about it. You know it's true.

Now, why don't you just tell us where he is?

Down the hall, last door to your left.

Okay, security.

You're going to have to pull that trigger, Jones.

You see, I'm just not patient enough to sit through a trial.

The thought of spending the rest of my life in prison, well, that just isn't my

way of doing things.

That would be making it too easy for you, Anders.

And that's not my way of doing things.

Well, I really appreciate this, Mr. Alexander.

Well, sure, I'd be glad to help. You name it, anything I can do.

All right.

I'll be there.

See you later.

Bye -bye.

What was that all about?

Well, that was one of our lecturers at school.

He's got his own law practice, and I told him about Linda Woods. He said he'd

take the case.

He also wants me to help him prepare it.

Oh, hey.

That was very nice of you to do that.

Now I'm going to stop by after lunch.

Take all the time you want.

Okay. Hey, listen, speaking about lunch, there's a new restaurant that just

opened up. I hear it's pretty fancy. You fellas interested?

Well, listen, why don't you just count me out on that? See, I heard it was

really expensive, you know, and it's kind of hard for a...

struggling law student like me to make ends meet so uh unless of course i got a

raise eddie see if you can get a reservation at that restaurant and uh

is on me oh boss you're all hard well gentlemen i have already made

reservations should we go yeah listen how about just five bucks a week five

bucks a week isn't much or 250 all the jelly beans i can eat