1959 Perry Mason

The Case of the Singing Skirt

Client Ellen Robb
Victim Slim Marcus
Prosecution Hamilton Burger
Investigator Paul Drake / Lt. Arthur Tragg

Case Narrative & Plot Summary

A nightclub singer whose sequined skirt hums when she moves is accused of stealing gambling casino funds and shooting the manager's wife.

Courtroom Cross-Examination & Forensic Trick

Mason uses cigarette smoke residue and air-conditioning circulation rates to prove when the crime took place.