1 00:00:38,907 --> 00:00:40,108 Mr.Williamson... 2 00:00:40,508 --> 00:00:41,442 Where is he? 3 00:00:41,676 --> 00:00:42,911 He's not in. 4 00:00:43,811 --> 00:00:47,448 He's there, isn't he? I don't believe you, ma'am. 5 00:00:49,217 --> 00:00:52,253 You can't go in there! Mr.Williamson. 6 00:01:04,933 --> 00:01:06,501 It's incredible, isn't it? 7 00:01:09,737 --> 00:01:13,641 Williamson City... that's very impressive. 8 00:01:14,676 --> 00:01:16,411 Doesn't it make you feel proud? 9 00:01:19,814 --> 00:01:23,384 Mr.Williamson! Mr.Williamson! 10 00:01:25,453 --> 00:01:26,921 I said where is he? 11 00:01:27,488 --> 00:01:28,957 At the construction site. 12 00:01:54,048 --> 00:01:55,016 Where's Markham? 13 00:01:55,216 --> 00:01:56,317 He's up there. 14 00:01:59,454 --> 00:02:00,822 Markham, up there? 15 00:02:01,222 --> 00:02:01,823 Who? 16 00:02:01,923 --> 00:02:03,024 Markham, Markham. 17 00:02:03,191 --> 00:02:06,794 He's not up here. I think he's over on the bridge. 18 00:02:07,629 --> 00:02:10,231 Hey, Mr.Markham, Mr.Markham. 19 00:02:10,331 --> 00:02:11,766 I saw him five minutes ago... 20 00:02:11,866 --> 00:02:15,870 ...when he came in... what are you yelling about? 21 00:02:16,004 --> 00:02:17,472 Thank you, thank you. 22 00:02:27,482 --> 00:02:28,883 Boy, that guy's sure in a hurry. 23 00:02:29,250 --> 00:02:30,118 Yes, he is. 24 00:02:34,389 --> 00:02:37,291 You wanna talk about the dedication later, Mr.Markham? 25 00:02:37,392 --> 00:02:39,494 No, Carl. I wanna talk about it right now. 26 00:02:39,961 --> 00:02:41,462 What time is it scheduled to start? 27 00:02:41,863 --> 00:02:43,164 Nine o'clock in the morning, sir. 28 00:02:46,367 --> 00:02:49,404 And you've got the seats facing East? 29 00:02:49,671 --> 00:02:52,740 East? Oh, is that East? Oh, yeah. That's East. 30 00:02:53,341 --> 00:02:55,677 We don't want the people looking into the sun, do we? Carl. 31 00:02:55,810 --> 00:02:57,412 No, sir. I'll rearrange the seats, Mr.Markham. 32 00:02:57,578 --> 00:02:58,680 Thank you, Carl. 33 00:02:59,514 --> 00:03:04,585 Bo! What a pleasant surprise. Didn't know you were here. 34 00:03:06,421 --> 00:03:07,588 When did you get back? 35 00:03:07,889 --> 00:03:09,891 Just in time, it looks like! 36 00:03:10,124 --> 00:03:11,025 What's the matter? 37 00:03:11,292 --> 00:03:13,227 Williamson City, that's what's the matter. 38 00:03:13,928 --> 00:03:15,329 Oh, you spoke to your wife. 39 00:03:15,463 --> 00:03:18,066 No, I didn't speak to my wife. I just got back from eight weeks... 40 00:03:18,232 --> 00:03:20,702 ...in Europe and I find she's off at some phoney health farm. 41 00:03:20,902 --> 00:03:21,736 Well, maybe I better explain. 42 00:03:21,903 --> 00:03:23,438 You don't have to explain anything. 43 00:03:23,604 --> 00:03:27,108 You know what else I found? A bunch of letters between you and her and... 44 00:03:27,241 --> 00:03:29,343 ...about a mile-high stack of blueprints. 45 00:03:29,477 --> 00:03:32,380 Oh, it's the most revolutionary concept I ever had. 46 00:03:32,647 --> 00:03:34,782 Jennifer and I assumed you'd be delighted. 47 00:03:34,949 --> 00:03:37,919 Delighted? Let me tell you. Nobody throws a lasso around my... 48 00:03:38,052 --> 00:03:40,254 ...money without my consent, that includes my wife. 49 00:03:40,388 --> 00:03:41,689 And you had better believe it! 50 00:03:41,856 --> 00:03:44,358 Well, you were in Europe. There was no way to get in touch with you. 51 00:03:44,525 --> 00:03:45,760 You could've waited. 52 00:03:45,927 --> 00:03:47,595 We were positive you'd agree. 53 00:03:47,729 --> 00:03:51,099 Agree? Forget it, boy. The joyride is over! 54 00:03:51,232 --> 00:03:53,101 But the machinery's already been set in motion. 55 00:03:53,334 --> 00:03:56,003 Well, then you unset it! And I'll tell you something else. 56 00:03:56,170 --> 00:03:58,339 Don't ever speak to my wife or me again. 57 00:03:58,473 --> 00:04:00,975 She's too young to recognize a con man when she sees one. 58 00:04:01,209 --> 00:04:04,045 Can I suggest you consider what you're saying. You're not talking... 59 00:04:04,178 --> 00:04:04,979 ...to one of your underlings. 60 00:04:05,079 --> 00:04:07,415 Oh, listen. I know exactly who I'm talking to. 61 00:04:07,582 --> 00:04:10,384 But Bo, listen, listen. This project can give you immortality. 62 00:04:10,551 --> 00:04:13,020 As long as that city stands your name will be remembered. 63 00:04:13,221 --> 00:04:17,859 Name? I'm gonna tell you something Jackson boy! My wallet is a lot more... 64 00:04:17,959 --> 00:04:19,527 ...important to me than my name. 65 00:04:19,961 --> 00:04:21,829 You really are a Philistine, aren't you? 66 00:04:21,963 --> 00:04:22,563 What? 67 00:04:22,730 --> 00:04:25,666 All you care about is money. You wouldn't reconize art if you... 68 00:04:25,800 --> 00:04:28,169 ...fell over it. We have a chance to do something extraordinary here... 69 00:04:28,302 --> 00:04:29,070 and you're trying to ruin it. 70 00:04:29,303 --> 00:04:33,941 That's right. Quite right! And if you're on some kind of an ego trip... 71 00:04:34,075 --> 00:04:35,810 ...you find somebody else to pay for it. 72 00:04:36,210 --> 00:04:37,478 Bo, I have a thought. 73 00:04:38,212 --> 00:04:40,548 Would you commission me to design your burial vault? 74 00:04:42,450 --> 00:04:44,452 That would be about your speed. 75 00:04:45,153 --> 00:04:47,088 You really would like to see me dead, wouldn't you? 76 00:04:49,190 --> 00:04:51,425 But I'll tell you something. It wouldn't count for much. 77 00:04:51,559 --> 00:04:53,427 Well, maybe your wife might have other ideas. 78 00:04:53,561 --> 00:04:57,365 Don't mean a thing... because when I die all of my money goes into trust. 79 00:04:57,498 --> 00:05:00,234 Jennifer'll get her share every year, you can count on that. 80 00:05:00,701 --> 00:05:05,807 But there won't be any cash to build cities with. If you're... 81 00:05:05,940 --> 00:05:10,878 ...thinkin' of any uglies... forget it. 82 00:05:28,129 --> 00:05:29,697 Mr.Markham, Bo Williamson was here and... 83 00:05:29,831 --> 00:05:31,766 Get his wife on the phone, right away. She's in Palm Springs... 84 00:05:31,866 --> 00:05:32,567 ...at some health farm. 85 00:05:32,667 --> 00:05:33,501 Golden Dunes retreat. 86 00:05:33,601 --> 00:05:35,002 That's the one. Get her. 87 00:05:56,824 --> 00:06:00,661 She is there, isn't she?... I see. 88 00:06:01,996 --> 00:06:06,234 Well, when will she be available? All right, thank you. 89 00:06:06,367 --> 00:06:07,668 Williamson do that? 90 00:06:07,802 --> 00:06:09,503 Yes, sir. He just barged right in. When he saw it he... 91 00:06:09,604 --> 00:06:11,305 Never mind. Did you reach Jennifer? 92 00:06:11,405 --> 00:06:13,674 They won't put the call through to her. The guests aren't allowed... 93 00:06:13,774 --> 00:06:15,009 ...to have telephones. 94 00:06:15,910 --> 00:06:17,378 Call her back. It's important. 95 00:06:17,511 --> 00:06:20,615 I'm sorry, but they said the guests can't make or receive calls... 96 00:06:20,781 --> 00:06:22,283 ...during their stay. 97 00:06:24,552 --> 00:06:25,887 I see... 98 00:06:29,957 --> 00:06:32,894 Then she's virtually incommunicado. 99 00:06:32,994 --> 00:06:37,665 No telegrams, no outside visitors. Just wheat germ and push-ups. 100 00:06:39,800 --> 00:06:41,535 When does she get reprieved? 101 00:06:42,036 --> 00:06:44,338 Oh, she'll be back in time for the dedication ceremonies. 102 00:06:47,041 --> 00:06:49,877 Thanks, Miss Sherman. I think I love you. 103 00:06:53,681 --> 00:06:54,815 I needed that. 104 00:07:13,334 --> 00:07:20,441 Beautiful! Beautiful! Hey, Freddie! That is absolutely beautiful. 105 00:07:20,608 --> 00:07:22,476 Bring that beauty back here. 106 00:07:23,611 --> 00:07:25,212 What have you been doing to him, anyway? 107 00:07:25,346 --> 00:07:26,380 He's improved a lot since... 108 00:07:26,514 --> 00:07:28,649 I can see that. I can see that. 109 00:07:28,783 --> 00:07:29,517 Thank you, sir. 110 00:07:29,617 --> 00:07:32,420 Listen, you keep working him like that, and I'll be back in a few days... 111 00:07:32,553 --> 00:07:33,287 to check him out. 112 00:07:33,387 --> 00:07:34,722 I'll take him back to the barn and cool him off. 113 00:07:34,855 --> 00:07:36,457 You better. You better. 114 00:07:44,532 --> 00:07:50,404 Hey, hey, beautiful! I don't believe this. 115 00:07:51,572 --> 00:07:53,774 Hey, cool him out easy. 116 00:08:23,037 --> 00:08:23,971 Hello, Bo. 117 00:08:27,808 --> 00:08:28,743 Surprised? 118 00:08:33,014 --> 00:08:34,515 What're you doin' in my car? 119 00:08:34,815 --> 00:08:35,816 Waiting for you. 120 00:08:37,151 --> 00:08:39,086 Get yourself killed that way. 121 00:08:39,587 --> 00:08:40,988 Or the reverse. 122 00:08:44,959 --> 00:08:45,626 Get out. 123 00:08:59,807 --> 00:09:00,808 Over there. 124 00:12:27,948 --> 00:12:33,254 Thank you. Sit down, please. Thank you very much. Well, as usual... 125 00:12:33,454 --> 00:12:38,058 ...I feel like an expectant father. But contrary to the norm, each... 126 00:12:38,192 --> 00:12:41,195 ...one seems to get more difficult for me. 127 00:12:41,895 --> 00:12:46,066 I'm just grateful I have so many wonderful friends... you know... 128 00:12:46,267 --> 00:12:47,601 ...I'd like to also take this... 129 00:12:47,701 --> 00:12:49,670 Hey! Where're you going? 130 00:12:50,437 --> 00:12:51,338 Over there. 131 00:12:51,872 --> 00:12:52,973 No one's allowed in there. 132 00:12:53,073 --> 00:12:55,376 What do you mean no one's allowed? I see 30 people down there. 133 00:12:55,476 --> 00:12:59,213 No one's allowed in there without an invitation. You have an invitation? 134 00:12:59,346 --> 00:13:00,948 No, I don't have an invitation. 135 00:13:01,181 --> 00:13:02,650 That's what I'm trying to tell you. 136 00:13:02,783 --> 00:13:06,353 You have no invitation. So... Out. 137 00:13:06,920 --> 00:13:09,757 Actually, I'm a Lieutenant in the police. My name is Columbo. 138 00:13:09,857 --> 00:13:12,092 Oh, Lieutenant? Oh. 139 00:13:12,192 --> 00:13:15,195 You know, I came here. I'm just coming here to look for somebody. 140 00:13:15,396 --> 00:13:16,263 Who you looking for, Lieutenant? 141 00:13:16,397 --> 00:13:17,831 A Mrs.Williamson? 142 00:13:18,098 --> 00:13:21,135 Well, I'll tell you, Lieutenant, lotta people here. 143 00:13:21,335 --> 00:13:24,805 Why don't you wander around. Maybe you'll bump into her. 144 00:13:24,972 --> 00:13:26,507 I see. Thank you very much. 145 00:13:26,607 --> 00:13:27,141 OK. 146 00:13:27,241 --> 00:13:27,975 Bye. 147 00:13:28,108 --> 00:13:29,810 ...let me give you some details about this building? 148 00:13:31,378 --> 00:13:34,114 You've heared this before, but you understand that it's a fantastic... 149 00:13:34,248 --> 00:13:35,382 ...building, really. 150 00:13:36,116 --> 00:13:40,254 Yes, you see, it's to be 32 stories high. It's revolutionary... 151 00:13:40,387 --> 00:13:44,258 ...in concept really... because it won't be offices so much as... 152 00:13:44,425 --> 00:13:49,463 ...living modules, almost cocoons where a man can coordinate his... 153 00:13:49,596 --> 00:13:52,599 ...activities outside the context of mere business. 154 00:13:52,733 --> 00:13:59,239 In fact, if he chooses, it can become virtually a second home, a remarkable place... 155 00:13:59,373 --> 00:14:03,610 ...of mobility and freedom. I don't know how the wives will feel about that. 156 00:14:04,311 --> 00:14:08,916 In any case, these units will be for sale for all those who qualify. 157 00:14:09,750 --> 00:14:12,252 You were asking me about the price earlier, we've been... 158 00:14:12,586 --> 00:14:13,587 ...we haven't quite figured it out. 159 00:14:13,687 --> 00:14:17,024 We've been dickering around somewhere between 30 and... 160 00:14:17,224 --> 00:14:19,393 Excuse me. Excuse me. 161 00:14:21,462 --> 00:14:22,429 Something you want? 162 00:14:23,864 --> 00:14:26,533 Well, I didn't mean to interrupt like this and barge in, but I'm... 163 00:14:26,633 --> 00:14:27,901 ...looking for a Mrs.Williamson... 164 00:14:28,035 --> 00:14:29,403 I'm Mrs.Williamson. 165 00:14:30,270 --> 00:14:31,638 Mrs.Bo Williamson? 166 00:14:31,772 --> 00:14:32,473 That's right. 167 00:14:33,040 --> 00:14:34,108 And who might you be? 168 00:14:35,242 --> 00:14:36,443 Lieutenant Columbo. 169 00:14:36,543 --> 00:14:37,945 You called the police. 170 00:14:38,078 --> 00:14:39,079 I did? 171 00:14:39,880 --> 00:14:40,948 Well, that's what they told me. 172 00:14:41,181 --> 00:14:44,418 Lieutenant, I may not be the brightest lady in the world, but I do know... 173 00:14:44,551 --> 00:14:46,353 ...whether I made a phone call or not. 174 00:14:46,954 --> 00:14:48,622 Obviously some kind of mix-up. 175 00:14:50,391 --> 00:14:53,160 Well, I'd like to get this thing straightened out. Can anybody... 176 00:14:53,293 --> 00:14:54,895 ...tell me where Mr.Williamson is? 177 00:14:55,028 --> 00:14:56,196 I don't know. 178 00:14:56,296 --> 00:14:57,164 You mean he's missing? 179 00:14:57,297 --> 00:15:00,134 To be absent is not necessarily to be missing, Lieutenant. 180 00:15:00,234 --> 00:15:02,302 I assume you understand the distinction. 181 00:15:02,703 --> 00:15:05,239 It's just that he's out of town on business. 182 00:15:05,539 --> 00:15:08,008 And really, Lieutenant, I didn't call the police. 183 00:15:09,510 --> 00:15:14,748 This is very very weird, because they told me they got a call from... 184 00:15:14,882 --> 00:15:18,018 ...a Mrs.Williamson and she said that her husband was missing... 185 00:15:18,152 --> 00:15:19,253 ...and he might even be dead. 186 00:15:19,386 --> 00:15:21,221 Oh... that's ridiculous. 187 00:15:21,955 --> 00:15:24,057 Wait a minute... Goldie. 188 00:15:24,525 --> 00:15:25,292 Who's Goldie? 189 00:15:25,459 --> 00:15:27,928 My husband's first wife. She must've called you. 190 00:15:28,162 --> 00:15:29,430 Why would she do that? 191 00:15:30,164 --> 00:15:32,666 I guess because Bo's been out of the country for eight weeks. 192 00:15:32,800 --> 00:15:36,437 And he came back on business for a day and I suppose left again. 193 00:15:36,637 --> 00:15:39,873 She gets a little tense when the alimony checks are late. 194 00:15:40,040 --> 00:15:42,910 That's hardly a reason to call the police. 195 00:15:43,010 --> 00:15:46,213 Well, Goldie's a little possessive. Is that the word? 196 00:15:46,814 --> 00:15:48,315 They've been divorced a long time. 197 00:15:48,415 --> 00:15:50,884 But she still can't give up the ghost. 198 00:15:51,018 --> 00:15:53,387 Mr.Williamson is a globetrotter, sometimes he takes... 199 00:15:53,487 --> 00:15:55,689 ...off at a moment's notice, doesn't even tell Jennifer. 200 00:15:56,657 --> 00:15:57,758 No kidding? Just... 201 00:15:58,091 --> 00:16:01,261 I'm sure he'll show up in a few weeks. If you'll excuse us... 202 00:16:01,395 --> 00:16:02,629 ...if you've covered everything. 203 00:16:12,005 --> 00:16:14,441 Say, did you build this? 204 00:16:14,608 --> 00:16:16,109 No, no. One of my staff did that. 205 00:16:16,243 --> 00:16:17,110 Oh. 206 00:16:17,211 --> 00:16:18,312 Come on. Do you want some? 207 00:16:18,412 --> 00:16:19,513 Yes. 208 00:16:19,880 --> 00:16:20,948 Excuse me, please. 209 00:16:23,016 --> 00:16:24,618 Excuse me. Excuse me. 210 00:16:24,718 --> 00:16:26,019 A little on the slow side here. 211 00:16:26,153 --> 00:16:28,021 Ah, forgive me a moment. I just wanted to stop by and... 212 00:16:28,155 --> 00:16:32,626 ...tell you that's a terrific building. I mean it. I know a lot of people like... 213 00:16:32,759 --> 00:16:34,461 ...the old-fashioned stuff, but I figure you got to keep... 214 00:16:34,595 --> 00:16:35,696 ...an open mind. 215 00:16:35,929 --> 00:16:37,164 You have a new fan. 216 00:16:37,397 --> 00:16:38,165 Yes. 217 00:16:38,365 --> 00:16:40,834 Oh, absolutely. It's just marvelous. 218 00:16:42,102 --> 00:16:44,004 Tell me how did you two meet? 219 00:16:44,404 --> 00:16:47,708 Mr.Markham designed a summer house for us. It's incredible. 220 00:16:47,841 --> 00:16:49,343 Really, it's a work of genius. 221 00:16:49,576 --> 00:16:51,645 Jennifer tends to get carried away, Lieutenant. 222 00:16:51,778 --> 00:16:54,982 But you are a genius. And when everyone sees your plans for... 223 00:16:55,148 --> 00:16:57,684 ...Williamson City you'll be buried in commissions. 224 00:16:58,151 --> 00:16:59,853 What is Williamson City? 225 00:16:59,987 --> 00:17:02,756 Now I'm a superstitious guy, let's not talk about our project till... 226 00:17:02,890 --> 00:17:03,657 ...it's hatched. 227 00:17:03,757 --> 00:17:06,193 You'll have to excuse us, Lieutenant. One of the obligations of... 228 00:17:06,326 --> 00:17:07,528 ...the trade... have to mingle. 229 00:17:07,661 --> 00:17:09,830 Oh, sure. Listen, sorry to bother you. 230 00:17:09,963 --> 00:17:10,731 No bother at all. 231 00:17:10,864 --> 00:17:12,966 Oh, don't worry about my husband, Lieutenant. 232 00:17:13,100 --> 00:17:15,202 Believe me, he's very much alive. 233 00:17:15,335 --> 00:17:19,673 He's dead, I tell you! I can feel it in my spine. A little lower, honey. 234 00:17:19,773 --> 00:17:20,774 Ouch, that's it. 235 00:17:21,808 --> 00:17:23,477 I know more about Bo Williamson than that little lady'll... 236 00:17:23,577 --> 00:17:24,811 ...learn in a lifetime. 237 00:17:24,912 --> 00:17:25,312 Yeah, but... 238 00:17:25,412 --> 00:17:28,916 Lover, take my word for it. He has shuffled off this veil of tears. 239 00:17:29,116 --> 00:17:29,983 How do you know that? 240 00:17:30,117 --> 00:17:33,253 Because he always calls me before he leaves town. This time he didn't. 241 00:17:33,420 --> 00:17:35,556 Yeah, but if he didn't call you, how'd you know he left town? 242 00:17:35,756 --> 00:17:37,691 I spoke with the child bride. 243 00:17:38,158 --> 00:17:39,126 You mean Mrs.Williamson? 244 00:17:39,259 --> 00:17:44,932 The current Mrs.Williamson. I call her the next-ex. Don't get me... 245 00:17:45,132 --> 00:17:48,635 ...wrong, lover. She's half my age and twice as pretty but I like her. 246 00:17:51,805 --> 00:17:54,908 Bo reached the point where he thought he needed a younger woman, and she's... 247 00:17:55,042 --> 00:17:56,076 ...better than most. 248 00:17:56,243 --> 00:17:58,845 I gotta say this for you, you a pretty healthy attitude. 249 00:17:58,979 --> 00:18:01,315 I can afford it. He pays, you know. 250 00:18:02,082 --> 00:18:05,319 I tell you, lover, if gold lame was legal tender, I'd rule the world. 251 00:18:05,485 --> 00:18:07,588 That's enough for today, Miko. I'll see you tomorrow. 252 00:18:08,021 --> 00:18:09,890 Say goodbye to the Lieutenant. 253 00:18:10,023 --> 00:18:15,629 Dozo yoroshiku. Columbo-san. Anata wa suteki desu. Anone, watakushi wa... 254 00:18:15,796 --> 00:18:21,802 ...anata suki desu. Anone, dewa mata. Sayonara. 255 00:18:21,969 --> 00:18:23,670 Sayonara. See. 256 00:18:27,341 --> 00:18:28,375 She's a lovely girl. 257 00:18:28,475 --> 00:18:29,676 She is a lovely girl. 258 00:18:29,810 --> 00:18:32,379 Very polite. I don't know what she's said... 259 00:18:32,479 --> 00:18:34,014 but it sounded like she liked me. 260 00:18:35,382 --> 00:18:39,553 Lieutenant, would you like to turn around? I don't want to corrupt you. 261 00:18:44,791 --> 00:18:47,294 OK. You can turn around now. 262 00:18:47,461 --> 00:18:51,365 Oh, fine. The point is this, Mrs.Williamson. 263 00:18:51,498 --> 00:18:55,102 My friends call me Goldie! And since I'm standing here practically... 264 00:18:55,235 --> 00:18:57,437 ...naked with you, you'd better be my friend. 265 00:18:58,171 --> 00:18:59,673 Would you mind repeating that last sentence? 266 00:18:59,773 --> 00:19:01,842 I don't think I quite understood. 267 00:19:02,643 --> 00:19:07,314 I said, since I'm standing here practically naked with you, you better be my friend. 268 00:19:07,414 --> 00:19:09,316 And my friends call me Goldie. 269 00:19:09,850 --> 00:19:14,187 Oh, I see. Well, Goldie. 270 00:19:14,855 --> 00:19:17,991 Let me ask you this. Don't you think it's possible that... 271 00:19:18,158 --> 00:19:20,260 ...your ex-husband could've slipped up and left town... 272 00:19:20,360 --> 00:19:21,228 ...without calling you? 273 00:19:21,328 --> 00:19:23,430 No way. He never forgets. 274 00:19:24,097 --> 00:19:25,832 Does Mrs.Williamson know this? 275 00:19:25,966 --> 00:19:28,001 Why ruin a lovely relationship? 276 00:19:28,468 --> 00:19:31,038 You mean to tell me that your ex-husband's closer to you... 277 00:19:31,204 --> 00:19:32,773 than he is to his current wife? 278 00:19:34,241 --> 00:19:36,943 Lieutenant, we were married for 22 years. 279 00:19:37,044 --> 00:19:38,311 We never had any children. 280 00:19:38,412 --> 00:19:41,481 So we spent a lotta time getting to know one another. 281 00:19:42,049 --> 00:19:46,053 Jennifer gives him youth. For the rest, he comes to me. 282 00:19:46,186 --> 00:19:48,655 Now, even if he leaves town for just a few days, 283 00:19:48,755 --> 00:19:51,191 he always lets me know. Every time. 284 00:19:55,796 --> 00:19:56,697 Yeah... 285 00:19:57,998 --> 00:19:59,166 It's for you. 286 00:19:59,700 --> 00:20:02,202 Oh, thank you very much. 287 00:20:04,771 --> 00:20:11,311 Hello, yes, oh, all right. I'll be right down. 288 00:20:11,812 --> 00:20:12,913 Thank you. 289 00:20:14,581 --> 00:20:16,116 They found Bo Williamson's car. 290 00:20:16,416 --> 00:20:17,918 You see? What did I tell you? 291 00:20:18,351 --> 00:20:19,586 At the airport. 292 00:20:21,154 --> 00:20:24,758 I'm gonna go down and check it out, but it really looks like he left town. 293 00:22:05,759 --> 00:22:08,595 Honey, I've got gold-plated instincts and I trust 'em. 294 00:22:09,296 --> 00:22:10,997 I am worried sick. 295 00:22:11,198 --> 00:22:15,635 But his clothes are gone, his passport, his suitcase. And his car is... 296 00:22:15,735 --> 00:22:18,705 ...at the airport. What more proof do you need? 297 00:22:19,172 --> 00:22:23,043 Excuse me. Did I hear you say that he took his passport? 298 00:22:23,243 --> 00:22:25,679 Well, it isn't here. And he spends a lot of time in Europe. 299 00:22:26,046 --> 00:22:30,717 Oh, yes. That's right. Globetrotter. That's what Mr.Markham called him. 300 00:22:31,785 --> 00:22:34,154 I noticed that he likes country and western music. 301 00:22:34,287 --> 00:22:35,755 Does a bear like honey? 302 00:22:36,323 --> 00:22:39,192 I've tried to broaden his tastes a little, but it's impossible. 303 00:22:39,326 --> 00:22:41,361 That noise is all he listens to. 304 00:22:42,128 --> 00:22:45,532 Tell me something... do you ever drive his car? 305 00:22:45,966 --> 00:22:47,634 Me? No, I have my own. 306 00:22:47,767 --> 00:22:52,572 What's all this guff about cars and music and passports? I feel like... 307 00:22:52,706 --> 00:22:55,542 ...the original voice in the wilderness. Don't you two understand? 308 00:22:55,709 --> 00:22:57,644 Bo's gone and nobody gives a hoot! 309 00:22:58,178 --> 00:22:59,412 Who's Dr.Moss? 310 00:23:00,113 --> 00:23:01,114 What? 311 00:23:01,281 --> 00:23:05,552 I see in your husband's appointment book, "Dr.Moss, 10:45". 312 00:23:05,719 --> 00:23:07,120 ...the 11th of the month. That's tomorrow. 313 00:23:07,254 --> 00:23:09,489 You see? He'd never leave town if he had an appointment... 314 00:23:09,656 --> 00:23:10,724 ...with his heart specialist. 315 00:23:10,857 --> 00:23:12,058 Oh? He had a bad ticker, did he? 316 00:23:12,259 --> 00:23:16,196 He has a pacemaker and his heart works perfectly. The fact... 317 00:23:16,329 --> 00:23:19,599 ...that he's missing the appointment proves it's unimportant. 318 00:23:19,866 --> 00:23:21,601 Hey, look at this... Blueprints. 319 00:23:22,035 --> 00:23:23,570 What's he doing? Building a bigger house? 320 00:23:24,137 --> 00:23:26,606 Those are the preliminary plans for Williamson City. 321 00:23:26,740 --> 00:23:28,141 Williamson City? 322 00:23:28,942 --> 00:23:32,913 Williamson City? I remember that. You mentioned that down at the... 323 00:23:33,046 --> 00:23:35,582 ...construction site. What is that exactly? 324 00:23:35,749 --> 00:23:39,753 It's an entire community. Churches, schools, everything planned... 325 00:23:39,953 --> 00:23:41,888 ...from fireplugs to skyscrapers. 326 00:23:42,756 --> 00:23:44,324 Mr.Markham. Did he design that? 327 00:23:44,457 --> 00:23:45,258 That's right. 328 00:23:45,358 --> 00:23:48,895 I can't imagine Bo's bringing hard cash for something like that. 329 00:23:49,062 --> 00:23:51,765 Well, there may be some things about him you don't know. 330 00:23:52,899 --> 00:23:56,303 It's possible he's a bit more complicated than you think, Goldie. 331 00:23:58,104 --> 00:24:01,508 The day he came back, he saw those plans and Elliot said he loved them. 332 00:24:02,175 --> 00:24:04,945 Oh, then Mr.Markham saw your husband before he left town? 333 00:24:05,979 --> 00:24:09,816 They had a meeting the day he came back, and Elliot told me all about it. 334 00:24:37,844 --> 00:24:38,845 Are you a policeman? 335 00:24:38,945 --> 00:24:41,748 Yes, ma'am. My name is Lieutenant Columbo. 336 00:24:41,915 --> 00:24:43,450 Excuse me for just one moment. 337 00:24:43,616 --> 00:24:47,020 I was out at the construction site, I don't know if you remember me or not. 338 00:24:47,187 --> 00:24:48,655 Well... is something wrong? 339 00:24:48,788 --> 00:24:52,592 Oh, no. Nothing's wrong. I wanted to speak to Mr.Markham. 340 00:24:52,726 --> 00:24:53,293 Is he in there? 341 00:24:53,426 --> 00:24:55,395 I'm sorry, Lieutenant, he isn't in. 342 00:24:55,862 --> 00:24:58,765 Well, maybe I could speak to him at home. 343 00:24:58,832 --> 00:25:02,569 He only goes there to sleep. If you want him, you'll find him at the university... 344 00:25:02,702 --> 00:25:04,170 ...giving a lecture to his students. 345 00:25:04,270 --> 00:25:05,238 Oh, really? 346 00:25:05,338 --> 00:25:06,606 He teaches too, huh? 347 00:25:06,740 --> 00:25:09,175 Mr.Markham feels he has a responsibility to share... 348 00:25:09,309 --> 00:25:10,043 ...his knowledge. 349 00:25:10,143 --> 00:25:11,344 I'll tell you something. 350 00:25:11,444 --> 00:25:13,780 It's a wonder the man finds all the time, right? 351 00:25:14,180 --> 00:25:19,019 Pure energy, Lieutenant. He's a dynamo. A man like that throws off... 352 00:25:19,152 --> 00:25:22,756 ...sparks and never slows down. Most of us can't keep up with him. 353 00:25:23,556 --> 00:25:27,260 But we love it, naturally. I mean... 354 00:25:27,394 --> 00:25:30,230 everyone likes to feel he's participating in something important. 355 00:25:30,630 --> 00:25:33,933 He's an unusual man. Tonight's lecture for instance, 356 00:25:34,167 --> 00:25:37,704 on Egyptian architecture. Pyramids, tombs. Things like that. 357 00:25:38,171 --> 00:25:43,309 He gave up his dinner hour to verify a date. Not the year, mind you, the date. 358 00:25:44,778 --> 00:25:51,251 Lieutenant? Lieutenant? Lieutenant. 359 00:25:53,153 --> 00:25:54,387 Is this where he works? 360 00:25:54,521 --> 00:25:55,688 Yes, it is. 361 00:25:55,922 --> 00:25:57,057 Just wonderful. 362 00:25:58,792 --> 00:26:00,060 Marvelous office. 363 00:26:00,193 --> 00:26:01,394 Yes, it is. 364 00:26:02,062 --> 00:26:02,829 Spacious. 365 00:26:02,929 --> 00:26:04,130 Yes, it is. 366 00:26:05,799 --> 00:26:06,499 Conference room? 367 00:26:06,599 --> 00:26:07,934 Yes, it is. 368 00:26:08,868 --> 00:26:09,736 Very handy, isn't it? 369 00:26:09,836 --> 00:26:11,271 Yes, it is. 370 00:26:11,604 --> 00:26:14,874 Wonderful. I mean everything, the décor, the paneling 371 00:26:15,075 --> 00:26:18,378 I'm glad you like it, Lieutenant. But really Mr.Markham doesn't... 372 00:26:18,478 --> 00:26:19,479 ...permit anyone in his office. 373 00:26:19,579 --> 00:26:20,947 I see he likes music. 374 00:26:21,314 --> 00:26:22,082 Yes. 375 00:26:22,182 --> 00:26:23,583 He has it right here in the office, huh? 376 00:26:23,716 --> 00:26:25,285 Yes, he does. He plays it while he's designing. 377 00:26:25,752 --> 00:26:28,922 Classical stuff? My favorite. Just love it. 378 00:26:49,742 --> 00:26:52,645 Really, Lieutenant, it's getting late. 379 00:26:52,779 --> 00:26:54,147 And I have to meet someone for dinner. 380 00:26:54,247 --> 00:26:58,351 Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to hold you up like that. Forgive me. 381 00:26:58,518 --> 00:27:01,454 It's just when I start hearing this stuff, I could just listen for hours. 382 00:27:01,588 --> 00:27:02,288 I'm sorry. 383 00:27:02,388 --> 00:27:04,624 Yes. Well, if there's nothing else... 384 00:27:04,958 --> 00:27:08,628 No, I don't think there's anything else. Thank you very much. Good night. 385 00:27:08,695 --> 00:27:09,629 Good night. 386 00:27:11,931 --> 00:27:13,032 What happened here? 387 00:27:13,666 --> 00:27:14,968 An accident. 388 00:27:17,971 --> 00:27:23,109 Isn't that something... Williamson City? 389 00:27:23,243 --> 00:27:25,111 If you ask me, he doesn't deserve it. 390 00:27:25,478 --> 00:27:26,379 Who is that? 391 00:27:26,946 --> 00:27:30,483 Bo Williamson. I know I shouldn't be talking about this... 392 00:27:30,884 --> 00:27:34,053 ...but it's a shame Mr.Markham has to work for a man like that. 393 00:27:34,554 --> 00:27:36,422 You mean Mr.Williamson did this? 394 00:27:36,890 --> 00:27:40,894 Yes, he just barged right in here the other day and smashed it all to smithereens. 395 00:27:42,395 --> 00:27:43,897 Guess he didn't like it, huh? 396 00:27:44,197 --> 00:27:46,099 People like that don't know what they like. 397 00:27:46,232 --> 00:27:48,468 All they care about is what it costs. 398 00:27:48,902 --> 00:27:50,136 Too expensive, huh? 399 00:27:50,603 --> 00:27:55,175 Mr.Markham has a saying, you can't put a price tag on genius. 400 00:27:59,479 --> 00:28:01,114 These were built over the course... 401 00:28:01,214 --> 00:28:03,950 of a generation by an endless supply of slave labor. 402 00:28:04,417 --> 00:28:07,253 Oddly enough, the pharaohs of the time, much like ourselves, 403 00:28:07,420 --> 00:28:09,255 were greatly concerned with the crime rate. 404 00:28:12,825 --> 00:28:16,496 The tombs were particularly vulnerable because the Egyptians buried vast caches... 405 00:28:16,629 --> 00:28:18,464 ...of treasure along with their dead royalty. 406 00:28:18,598 --> 00:28:23,102 So, aside from being visually impressive, with their bulk and simplicity, 407 00:28:23,603 --> 00:28:26,839 the tombs were also a marvel of engineering skills, 408 00:28:26,940 --> 00:28:29,442 built to withstand the onslaught of thieves. 409 00:28:29,809 --> 00:28:33,513 By the way, it's said that some of the engineers who built... 410 00:28:33,613 --> 00:28:36,249 ...the pyramids were sealed up in their own creations to protect... 411 00:28:36,416 --> 00:28:37,550 ...the integrity of the tomb. 412 00:28:38,351 --> 00:28:42,889 Fortunately, today's architects are spared that particular indignity. 413 00:28:43,823 --> 00:28:44,824 Lights, please. 414 00:28:46,192 --> 00:28:49,495 Next week we'll move rapidly into the Baroque period, 415 00:28:49,629 --> 00:28:51,831 and even more rapidly into our first exam. 416 00:28:51,931 --> 00:28:56,402 Those of you with failing grades will be permanently entombed... 417 00:28:57,737 --> 00:29:01,007 at least as far as this class is concerned. Thank you. 418 00:29:27,033 --> 00:29:29,402 Didn't know you had an interest in scholarly pursuits, Lieutenant. 419 00:29:30,336 --> 00:29:34,774 Well, actually, I just came by to ask you a few questions. Say, that stuff about... 420 00:29:34,907 --> 00:29:36,709 ...burying those Egyptians. Is that true? 421 00:29:37,910 --> 00:29:39,279 According to some experts. 422 00:29:39,545 --> 00:29:42,782 Gee... I find that interesting. I mean particularly for a fella in... 423 00:29:42,915 --> 00:29:44,183 ...my line of work. 424 00:29:44,317 --> 00:29:44,851 Why? 425 00:29:45,451 --> 00:29:48,755 Well, you know, the idea of burying a body in a place where you can't find it. 426 00:29:49,155 --> 00:29:52,859 If I ever murdered anybody, that's what I would do. 427 00:29:53,693 --> 00:29:57,430 Not many people have access to the pyramids, Lieutenant. 428 00:29:57,930 --> 00:29:59,999 Oh, you wouldn't put 'em in the pyramids today. 429 00:30:00,166 --> 00:30:05,171 No, today, you'd have to find another place like... gee, I don't know. 430 00:30:06,606 --> 00:30:07,540 You'd have to... 431 00:30:07,674 --> 00:30:10,276 Like the foundation of a building? 432 00:30:11,411 --> 00:30:14,447 You know, now that you mention it, that would be a terrific place. 433 00:30:14,881 --> 00:30:19,485 I mean, you put a body under a building, you would find it for a hundred years. 434 00:30:19,886 --> 00:30:23,923 I'll keep that in mind, Lieutenant, in case I kill somebody. Now... 435 00:30:24,057 --> 00:30:26,726 ...if you'll get to your questions... I haven't had any dinner. 436 00:30:27,193 --> 00:30:30,863 Gee... you know, neither have I. I can offer you some raisins. 437 00:30:31,698 --> 00:30:32,899 No... no, thank you. 438 00:30:33,466 --> 00:30:35,201 I'll tell you why I came by... 439 00:30:35,335 --> 00:30:36,736 Would you get that board for me? 440 00:30:37,270 --> 00:30:38,171 Oh, certainly. 441 00:30:41,307 --> 00:30:44,977 I came by because I'm still looking into the disappearance of this... 442 00:30:45,078 --> 00:30:46,412 Bo Williamson fella. 443 00:30:46,512 --> 00:30:49,282 Disappearance? So Goldie's got you convinced now. 444 00:30:49,415 --> 00:30:50,950 No, not necessarily. 445 00:30:51,050 --> 00:30:54,287 By the way, I stopped by your office because I wanted to talk to you. 446 00:30:54,687 --> 00:30:57,156 I couldn't help noticing that smashed-up model of... 447 00:30:57,256 --> 00:30:58,524 ...Williamson City. 448 00:30:58,624 --> 00:30:59,592 What about it? 449 00:31:00,259 --> 00:31:01,928 Nothing. I was just wondering how it got broken. 450 00:31:02,562 --> 00:31:04,030 Why? Why do I have the feeling... 451 00:31:04,163 --> 00:31:06,566 ...you already know the answer to that question? 452 00:31:07,433 --> 00:31:10,470 Well, your secretary did say something about Mr.Williamson coming in there... 453 00:31:10,570 --> 00:31:12,772 ...and she said he was kinda mad and he kinda threw things around. 454 00:31:12,905 --> 00:31:15,408 There's a perfectly simple explanation, Lieutenant. 455 00:31:15,508 --> 00:31:17,710 Bo was angry. And for good reason. 456 00:31:17,810 --> 00:31:19,846 We went ahead on the project without his permission. 457 00:31:19,979 --> 00:31:21,647 It was very undiplomatic of us. 458 00:31:22,181 --> 00:31:27,420 I see. Us... Oh, you mean you and his wife? 459 00:31:28,588 --> 00:31:31,624 Yes. Well, Jennifer is an admirer of my work. 460 00:31:32,158 --> 00:31:34,427 Yeah, she told me that. 461 00:31:39,932 --> 00:31:43,569 In any event, Bo came back from his trip and he saw the plans. 462 00:31:43,703 --> 00:31:47,039 It took him by surprise. Bo's a volatile Texan, 463 00:31:47,173 --> 00:31:49,776 and when he gets angry, it shows. 464 00:31:50,176 --> 00:31:54,046 Fortunately, when I explained the project to him he was delighted. 465 00:31:54,213 --> 00:31:57,316 I see. Happy ending? 466 00:31:59,152 --> 00:32:01,954 But won't his disappearance interfere with... 467 00:32:02,188 --> 00:32:03,623 ...your plans to move ahead? 468 00:32:04,123 --> 00:32:07,126 Are we really back to that? Lieutenant, all the evidence... 469 00:32:07,293 --> 00:32:09,228 ...indicates that he simply left the country. 470 00:32:09,429 --> 00:32:11,063 Well, we did find his car at the airport. 471 00:32:11,197 --> 00:32:12,765 There you are. That should prove it. 472 00:32:12,865 --> 00:32:17,703 It should. But we checked out every flight list, 473 00:32:17,837 --> 00:32:19,939 and there wasn't one Williamson on it. 474 00:32:20,640 --> 00:32:25,445 Lieutenant, Bo is a... he's a high-powered tycoon. He's got... 475 00:32:25,578 --> 00:32:28,714 ...exotic business interests all over the world. Now isn't it just... 476 00:32:28,848 --> 00:32:32,618 ...possible for reasons not known to us that he might occasionally... 477 00:32:32,752 --> 00:32:34,187 ...fly under a different name? 478 00:32:34,754 --> 00:32:37,256 Yes, that is possible. 479 00:32:37,757 --> 00:32:39,358 Then I wouldn't worry about it. 480 00:32:39,826 --> 00:32:42,094 Now, if you'll excuse me, a very hungry architect would like to... 481 00:32:42,228 --> 00:32:43,696 ...get himself some dinner. 482 00:32:44,497 --> 00:32:48,901 You know, what's a funny thing about that car. Car's got a tape... 483 00:32:49,068 --> 00:32:52,238 ...machine in it and the glove compartment is full of cassettes. 484 00:32:53,005 --> 00:32:55,842 Every one of them is country and western music. That's all. 485 00:32:56,142 --> 00:32:58,878 And his wife tells me this man doesn't listen to anything else. 486 00:32:59,612 --> 00:33:01,047 Nothing unusual about that. 487 00:33:01,747 --> 00:33:06,419 No. Except the radio dial was set at 52, classical station. 488 00:33:06,719 --> 00:33:08,955 Turned it on, classical music. 489 00:33:10,490 --> 00:33:11,457 I see. 490 00:33:13,926 --> 00:33:15,428 You wanna half a candy bar? 491 00:33:15,528 --> 00:33:16,362 No. 492 00:33:17,497 --> 00:33:21,767 Anyway, it seems that whoever was driving that car must've... 493 00:33:21,968 --> 00:33:26,372 ...been listening to classical music. It's confusing. 494 00:33:27,940 --> 00:33:30,142 I'm sure you'll find an answer, Lieutenant. 495 00:33:33,045 --> 00:33:37,116 I'm certainly gonna try. Anyway, thanks for your time. 496 00:33:39,352 --> 00:33:43,356 Oh, as for your designs... 497 00:33:44,290 --> 00:33:46,526 Mr.Williamson did give you his approval, didn't he? 498 00:33:46,893 --> 00:33:48,794 I already told you, Lieutenant. 499 00:33:48,995 --> 00:33:51,964 As soon as he got over his anger he gave me his full support. 500 00:33:52,098 --> 00:33:54,534 Right. Thanks very much. 501 00:33:57,503 --> 00:33:59,405 You know, that's some coincidence. 502 00:33:59,572 --> 00:34:00,339 What is? 503 00:34:00,506 --> 00:34:04,844 That music thing. You're a great classical music fan yourself, aren't you? 504 00:34:05,478 --> 00:34:07,280 I saw your record collection down in the office. 505 00:34:08,147 --> 00:34:10,616 Guilty, Lieutenant. I like classical music. 506 00:34:10,783 --> 00:34:13,085 Along with a few hundred thousand other people in this city. 507 00:34:13,386 --> 00:34:17,089 Me too. I like it myself. Enjoy your meal. 508 00:34:28,601 --> 00:34:31,437 Yeah, yeah, I know him. He's that Texas guy. What's his name... 509 00:34:31,604 --> 00:34:35,308 His name is Williamson. He's a very close friend of Mr.Markham's. 510 00:34:35,508 --> 00:34:36,642 Friend? 511 00:34:37,343 --> 00:34:38,444 Well, weren't they friends? 512 00:34:38,578 --> 00:34:41,147 Not the last time I seen that guy. The last time I saw that guy... 513 00:34:41,314 --> 00:34:43,849 he looked like he was ready to wrap a two-by-four around Mr.Markham's neck. 514 00:34:44,050 --> 00:34:46,218 No kidding? When was that? 515 00:34:46,385 --> 00:34:49,455 Hey, look, Lieutenant, I got a building to put up, all right? 516 00:34:49,589 --> 00:34:50,556 I'll see you around. 517 00:34:50,656 --> 00:34:52,992 Yeah, OK. I don't want to interfere with your work. 518 00:34:53,225 --> 00:34:54,727 But look, there's one other thing. 519 00:34:54,894 --> 00:34:58,931 Talk to Mr.Markham. I'm just in charge of the nuts and bolts around here. 520 00:34:59,131 --> 00:35:01,300 Then you know about those columns. 521 00:35:01,968 --> 00:35:03,669 Not columns. Piles. 522 00:35:03,836 --> 00:35:08,040 Oh, piles. So that's what they're called. Well, tell me about them. 523 00:35:08,474 --> 00:35:12,311 Well, Lieutenant. First we sink a hollow steel cylinder in the ground. 524 00:35:12,612 --> 00:35:16,015 Then we fill it with cement, and when it hardens, we got a pile. 525 00:35:16,115 --> 00:35:17,216 That's what a pile is. 526 00:35:17,416 --> 00:35:18,017 That's right. 527 00:35:18,117 --> 00:35:20,820 That's interesting. What do you do? You keep a record... 528 00:35:20,987 --> 00:35:22,054 ...when you put 'em in the ground? 529 00:35:22,221 --> 00:35:24,757 Have to. And which ones first. 530 00:35:25,625 --> 00:35:29,528 You mean, you can tell me exactly what day each one of these piles was sunk? 531 00:35:29,962 --> 00:35:32,632 The day, the time, how long it took... 532 00:35:32,765 --> 00:35:34,200 ...and how many men I had on the job. 533 00:35:34,367 --> 00:35:37,169 Lieutenant, still obsessed with pyramids? 534 00:35:38,371 --> 00:35:40,806 Well, it must've been that lecture, Mr.Markham. 535 00:35:41,340 --> 00:35:44,310 I never really noticed buildings before but I'm interested in them now. 536 00:35:44,477 --> 00:35:46,812 Carl, you gotta check on those HVAC estimates for me? 537 00:35:46,979 --> 00:35:49,949 Yes, sir. I'll see you around, Lieutenant. 538 00:35:51,117 --> 00:35:52,718 Hey, tell me the truth, Lieutenant. 539 00:35:53,185 --> 00:35:55,721 Are you interested in buildings or builders? 540 00:35:56,522 --> 00:35:57,390 What do you mean? 541 00:35:57,823 --> 00:36:01,260 Well, let's look at your itinerary. You showed up at my office... 542 00:36:01,394 --> 00:36:04,230 ...at my lecture, and now at my construction site. 543 00:36:04,530 --> 00:36:07,133 Well, actually, I just happened to some have spare time... 544 00:36:07,299 --> 00:36:09,502 Perhaps you should spend your time a little more productively. 545 00:36:09,602 --> 00:36:11,937 You're supposed to be tracking down Bo Williamson. 546 00:36:12,104 --> 00:36:14,507 Now, surely you don't think he's here, do you? 547 00:36:15,107 --> 00:36:17,743 Well, no, I don't see how he could be. 548 00:36:20,046 --> 00:36:22,281 Well, if you'll forgive me I'll go back to my work. 549 00:36:22,448 --> 00:36:23,315 Certainly. 550 00:36:26,986 --> 00:36:31,657 I assume I can look forward to another visit in the near future? 551 00:36:31,824 --> 00:36:34,827 Well... if anything interesting turns up, I'll surely get in touch with you. 552 00:36:35,695 --> 00:36:36,962 I'm sure you will. 553 00:36:44,370 --> 00:36:47,039 Say, do you have the time? I think my watch is out of order. 554 00:36:48,974 --> 00:36:49,675 10:30. 555 00:36:50,076 --> 00:36:53,045 I don't wanna be late. I got an appointment at the doctor's. 556 00:36:55,848 --> 00:36:59,952 Doctor, really... I never intended to have an exam. 557 00:37:01,253 --> 00:37:02,288 Just a moment. 558 00:37:08,160 --> 00:37:09,795 Blood pressure's a bit low. 559 00:37:10,396 --> 00:37:12,732 Well, that's normal for me. Look, Doctor, really... 560 00:37:12,865 --> 00:37:16,402 I know, you came here to ask me questions. But a checkup never hurts. 561 00:37:16,535 --> 00:37:18,170 Now, do you get enough exercise? 562 00:37:18,370 --> 00:37:22,742 Well, I walk a bit. Doctor, listen. I just had a police physical... 563 00:37:22,875 --> 00:37:24,443 Can't have too many, Lieutenant. 564 00:37:24,877 --> 00:37:26,378 The human machine is a delicate instrument. 565 00:37:26,512 --> 00:37:28,514 There we go. Now... you were saying? 566 00:37:28,647 --> 00:37:30,449 Yeah, this is what I want to know. 567 00:37:30,649 --> 00:37:32,551 Look, it's 11:20... 568 00:37:32,718 --> 00:37:35,187 Mr.Williamson hasn't shown up for his appointment. 569 00:37:35,421 --> 00:37:37,490 Now, was this just another routine checkup? 570 00:37:37,990 --> 00:37:41,594 When you have a heart condition that needs a pacemaker, no visit is routine. 571 00:37:41,927 --> 00:37:43,329 You can roll down your sleeve. 572 00:37:44,263 --> 00:37:47,967 What I mean is this, was this particular appointment any more or any less... 573 00:37:48,100 --> 00:37:49,435 ...important than the others? 574 00:37:49,568 --> 00:37:52,505 Let me put it this way. If Bo Williamson doesn't get to me... 575 00:37:52,605 --> 00:37:54,406 ...or any other specialist, 576 00:37:54,507 --> 00:37:56,609 ...he's running a grave risk with his health. 577 00:37:56,976 --> 00:37:58,043 Why is that? 578 00:38:04,383 --> 00:38:06,085 This is a pacemaker. 579 00:38:06,452 --> 00:38:07,553 You mean, it's that big? 580 00:38:07,686 --> 00:38:10,356 It runs on miniature energy cells. 581 00:38:10,723 --> 00:38:12,358 It's sort of like an electric watch? 582 00:38:12,491 --> 00:38:16,362 Exactly. It regulates a heart that can't keep a steady beat of its own. 583 00:38:16,862 --> 00:38:20,065 Now, every year or so, these energy cells have to be replaced... 584 00:38:20,199 --> 00:38:23,869 ...or the pacemaker becomes erratic, causing the heart to malfunction. 585 00:38:24,069 --> 00:38:25,437 In other words, you could die. 586 00:38:25,571 --> 00:38:26,806 Put simply, yes. 587 00:38:27,540 --> 00:38:28,874 Is this a big operation? 588 00:38:28,974 --> 00:38:31,343 No, but it is a surgical procedure. 589 00:38:31,510 --> 00:38:33,679 Could another doctor besides yourself perform it? 590 00:38:33,879 --> 00:38:37,583 Naturally. But knowing Bo Williamson, I seriously doubt... 591 00:38:37,750 --> 00:38:39,685 ...if he'd put himself in the hands of another stranger... 592 00:38:39,852 --> 00:38:41,053 ...no matter how competent. 593 00:38:41,187 --> 00:38:44,523 Hmmm... I see, all right, Doc. 594 00:38:44,757 --> 00:38:47,726 Listen.I want to thank you very much for the time... 595 00:38:47,893 --> 00:38:48,694 and for the checkup. 596 00:38:48,828 --> 00:38:50,796 It wasn't much of a checkup but you're welcome. 597 00:38:50,930 --> 00:38:53,866 If you locate Mr.Williamson, tell him to contact me immediately. 598 00:38:54,099 --> 00:38:55,734 I will. I'll do that. 599 00:38:55,901 --> 00:38:57,036 Are you looking for something? 600 00:38:57,236 --> 00:38:58,470 Do you have a lighter? 601 00:38:58,637 --> 00:39:00,339 You won't find one here, Lieutenant. 602 00:39:00,472 --> 00:39:02,341 And let me give you some free medical advice. 603 00:39:02,474 --> 00:39:04,243 Stop smoking those things. 604 00:39:04,743 --> 00:39:05,778 Well... I've been trying. 605 00:39:05,911 --> 00:39:09,415 Trying isn't good enough. Remember... I deal in pacemakers. 606 00:39:38,811 --> 00:39:40,813 Well, lover, are you satisfied? 607 00:39:41,447 --> 00:39:43,949 Goldie! What are you doing here? 608 00:39:44,083 --> 00:39:47,620 Same thing you are. Checking up on Bo. He didn't show up, did he? 609 00:39:47,887 --> 00:39:48,587 No. 610 00:39:49,922 --> 00:39:51,757 Columbo, the man is dead. 611 00:39:51,957 --> 00:39:53,726 He would never miss an appointment with a doctor. 612 00:39:53,859 --> 00:39:56,061 He was always very nervous about his health. 613 00:39:56,195 --> 00:40:00,165 That may be, but there's no proof, there's nothing solid to go on yet. 614 00:40:00,332 --> 00:40:02,668 Columbo, what does it take to convince you that I'm right. 615 00:40:02,801 --> 00:40:03,903 His body? 616 00:40:05,337 --> 00:40:07,473 Please, slow down. You're running me ragged. 617 00:40:07,606 --> 00:40:09,108 That's the object of the game. 618 00:40:09,241 --> 00:40:10,876 Isn't there anything you do badly? 619 00:40:11,010 --> 00:40:12,244 Yes. Lose. 620 00:40:12,344 --> 00:40:14,079 I don't believe it. Have you ever lost? 621 00:40:14,213 --> 00:40:15,915 Come on. You're doing beautifully. 622 00:40:16,348 --> 00:40:17,983 It's just that I don't get my arm back in time. 623 00:40:18,083 --> 00:40:19,818 Ready or not, I'm serving. 624 00:40:23,422 --> 00:40:25,791 Oh, that's embarrassing! 625 00:40:25,958 --> 00:40:28,427 Listen, your problem is you're getting your racket back a little late. 626 00:40:28,627 --> 00:40:29,161 Throw me a ball. 627 00:40:29,762 --> 00:40:31,096 Can't. We hit them all out. 628 00:40:31,230 --> 00:40:31,897 I'll get it. 629 00:40:31,997 --> 00:40:34,633 No, let me. I'm getting embarrassed to face you. 630 00:40:37,036 --> 00:40:41,307 In Cannes they have trained dogs to retrieve tennis balls. 631 00:40:41,907 --> 00:40:43,943 I'll tell Bo somebody's got something on him. 632 00:40:44,977 --> 00:40:45,945 Elliot! 633 00:40:50,215 --> 00:40:51,216 What's the matter? 634 00:40:56,188 --> 00:40:58,057 Jennifer! What's the matter? 635 00:40:59,358 --> 00:41:00,893 It's Bo's hat. 636 00:41:47,139 --> 00:41:50,242 A battered, blood-stained hat by itself means next to nothing. 637 00:41:51,110 --> 00:41:53,479 Well, it looks kinda strange though, don't you think? 638 00:41:54,847 --> 00:41:57,816 We don't even know if he was wearing a hat... if he was killed. 639 00:41:58,317 --> 00:42:01,320 We don't. But the question is where did it come from? 640 00:42:05,257 --> 00:42:07,159 When will the police lab have a report? 641 00:42:07,292 --> 00:42:09,261 Pretty soon. I told them to rush it. 642 00:42:09,495 --> 00:42:10,596 I got them. 643 00:42:11,697 --> 00:42:12,498 Good. 644 00:42:12,998 --> 00:42:15,334 What did you ask her to get? His army dog tags? 645 00:42:15,734 --> 00:42:16,502 Yes. 646 00:42:24,777 --> 00:42:26,145 Do you want a drink, Lieutenant? 647 00:42:26,445 --> 00:42:29,114 No. Thanks anyhow. 648 00:42:30,816 --> 00:42:32,885 What I could really use is a cigar. 649 00:42:33,385 --> 00:42:34,286 Beg your pardon? 650 00:42:34,787 --> 00:42:37,956 Here they are, Lieutenant. I finally found them in the attic. 651 00:42:38,123 --> 00:42:39,825 But why you want them... I don't know. 652 00:42:39,992 --> 00:42:45,030 You see, army dog tags usually have a blood type on them. Here it is. B positive. 653 00:42:45,697 --> 00:42:48,233 Sure glad he saved these. Lotta guys usually do. 654 00:42:48,367 --> 00:42:50,269 I still think this is an exercise in futility. 655 00:42:50,402 --> 00:42:52,037 We don't even know if it's his hat. 656 00:42:52,171 --> 00:42:55,941 It has to be. It wasn't new, but he had a lot of them around. 657 00:42:56,075 --> 00:42:58,110 And the brim is fixed just the way he always wore it. 658 00:42:58,243 --> 00:43:01,613 Besides, it was custom-made, so the label will be easy enough to check out. 659 00:43:04,817 --> 00:43:06,985 Yes? Just a moment. 660 00:43:07,119 --> 00:43:08,353 Lieutenant, it's for you. 661 00:43:09,988 --> 00:43:14,593 Thank you. Hello? Uh-huh... Uh-huh. 662 00:43:16,495 --> 00:43:18,263 That's what I figured. Thank you. 663 00:43:21,200 --> 00:43:24,269 Blood type, B positive, it's the same as your husband's. I'm sorry, ma'am. 664 00:43:24,403 --> 00:43:27,239 Then something did happen to him. He is dead. 665 00:43:27,372 --> 00:43:30,742 Jennifer, you're jumping to conclusions. Don't be hysterical. 666 00:43:31,176 --> 00:43:33,612 Lieutenant, tell her that blood on a hat doesn't necessarily... 667 00:43:33,745 --> 00:43:34,746 ...mean that Bo is dead. 668 00:43:34,847 --> 00:43:36,181 Well, that's true. It doesn't. 669 00:43:36,482 --> 00:43:38,550 But I'd say we have got a whole new ball game. 670 00:43:53,966 --> 00:43:56,335 Sorry. Strict orders. He doesn't want to be bothered. 671 00:43:57,302 --> 00:43:59,605 He's playing that music awfully loud. Bad mood? 672 00:44:06,245 --> 00:44:09,214 He doesn't have bad moods. Let's just say he's been happier. 673 00:44:24,296 --> 00:44:25,564 Miss Sherman? 674 00:44:30,469 --> 00:44:31,270 Miss Sherman? 675 00:44:31,370 --> 00:44:32,070 Yes, sir. 676 00:44:32,171 --> 00:44:33,505 Would you get me Mrs.Williamson, please. 677 00:44:33,639 --> 00:44:34,439 Yes, sir. 678 00:44:55,027 --> 00:44:55,727 Yes? 679 00:44:55,861 --> 00:44:57,596 Mrs.Williamson is on the line. 680 00:44:58,463 --> 00:44:59,231 Hello? 681 00:44:59,398 --> 00:45:01,967 Hello, Jennifer. How are you? Feeling any better? 682 00:45:02,067 --> 00:45:03,735 I'm not sure how I feel. 683 00:45:04,203 --> 00:45:06,271 I just keep thinking about that hat. 684 00:45:06,672 --> 00:45:08,607 Well, that's what I called you about. 685 00:45:08,707 --> 00:45:10,709 I may have an explanation for you. 686 00:45:10,976 --> 00:45:11,777 What? 687 00:45:12,945 --> 00:45:16,415 Well, I've got to check on a few things before I tell you anything. 688 00:45:16,648 --> 00:45:19,751 Do you think you can arrange to have Bo's will sent over? 689 00:45:19,851 --> 00:45:22,020 Bo's will? What on earth for? 690 00:45:22,120 --> 00:45:23,155 Just trust me. 691 00:45:25,023 --> 00:45:26,158 Get out of there! 692 00:45:27,159 --> 00:45:28,961 That won't help, Goldie, I've already seen them. 693 00:45:29,061 --> 00:45:31,763 You said you wanted to talk and suddenly I find you... 694 00:45:31,863 --> 00:45:33,765 ...poking around in my closet! You've got no right! 695 00:45:33,932 --> 00:45:36,902 Two of Bo's old hats left over from the old days. 696 00:45:37,035 --> 00:45:39,638 I got a hunch there were be three on that shelf. 697 00:45:39,805 --> 00:45:41,673 I don't know what you're talking about. 698 00:45:41,773 --> 00:45:45,811 Don't you? You planted that hat. You manufactured the whole show... 699 00:45:45,944 --> 00:45:47,813 ...just to back up your story that Bo's was dead. 700 00:45:47,946 --> 00:45:49,448 You're reaching, mister. 701 00:45:50,782 --> 00:45:51,817 Now, what's that? 702 00:45:52,050 --> 00:45:53,819 It's Bo's will. It's an interesting document. 703 00:45:54,019 --> 00:45:55,787 It shows why you're so eager to prove he's dead. 704 00:45:55,887 --> 00:45:58,090 Mister, you're farther out than your buildings. 705 00:45:58,223 --> 00:46:01,059 According to this, the minute Bo Williamson is officially dead... 706 00:46:01,193 --> 00:46:03,562 ...you inherit 25% of his estate. 707 00:46:03,829 --> 00:46:06,965 And that's a lot of gold lame... much more than you'll ever see in alimony. 708 00:46:07,132 --> 00:46:09,935 Now you listen to me! You're after me for some reason... 709 00:46:10,102 --> 00:46:11,770 ...and all I'm trying to do is to point out what's plain as... 710 00:46:11,903 --> 00:46:14,840 ...the nose on your face. That will doesn't prove a thing. 711 00:46:15,107 --> 00:46:18,744 Suppose we call Lieutenant Columbo? We'll leave it up to him. 712 00:46:18,877 --> 00:46:21,013 Uh... Listen, now. I can save yourself the trouble. 713 00:46:21,146 --> 00:46:23,482 Ah... The omnipresent constable. 714 00:46:23,615 --> 00:46:24,750 What are you doing here? 715 00:46:25,150 --> 00:46:28,520 Well, your maid let me in. She told me you were up here with Mr.Markham. 716 00:46:28,687 --> 00:46:29,988 I hope I'm not interrupting anything. 717 00:46:30,155 --> 00:46:31,156 How long were you standing there? 718 00:46:31,356 --> 00:46:34,793 Oh, not very long. I guess I did hear the tail end of... 719 00:46:34,926 --> 00:46:35,727 ...what you were saying. 720 00:46:35,827 --> 00:46:38,363 Well, then I guess you know what kind of fertilizer this boy is... 721 00:46:38,530 --> 00:46:40,065 ...spreading around. 722 00:46:40,198 --> 00:46:43,402 You know, actually, Mr.Markham is making pretty good sense. 723 00:46:43,535 --> 00:46:49,374 He'd almost make a detective. That stuff about the will, that's good police work. 724 00:46:49,474 --> 00:46:50,309 Thank you, Lieutenant. 725 00:46:50,409 --> 00:46:51,910 I thought you were my friend. 726 00:46:52,344 --> 00:46:55,681 Goldie, I am your friend. And because I'm you're friend, 727 00:46:55,814 --> 00:46:57,616 I'd like to give you some advice. 728 00:46:58,917 --> 00:47:02,354 I think it would do you a lot of good if you told the truth. 729 00:47:02,487 --> 00:47:04,122 I am telling the truth. 730 00:47:04,256 --> 00:47:07,859 Are you? You see, I just spoke to that nice Japanese girl that... 731 00:47:07,993 --> 00:47:09,194 ...gives you the massages. 732 00:47:09,294 --> 00:47:10,095 Miko? 733 00:47:10,829 --> 00:47:14,733 We had a little trouble understanding each other. But we finally made it. 734 00:47:15,133 --> 00:47:17,736 She told me she noticed a bandaged cut on... 735 00:47:17,836 --> 00:47:20,439 ...the back of your leg this morning. It wasn't there yesterday. 736 00:47:20,572 --> 00:47:23,608 Pure coincidence. I cut myself shaving. 737 00:47:24,142 --> 00:47:26,645 I also went down to the Bureau of Records and dug up... 738 00:47:26,745 --> 00:47:30,515 ...your marriage license. It turns out you and Mr.Williamson... 739 00:47:30,649 --> 00:47:33,485 ...have the same blood type... B positive. 740 00:47:33,919 --> 00:47:36,321 Very good, Lieutenant. Obviously she took one of... 741 00:47:36,421 --> 00:47:39,191 ...her husband's old hats, added some blood from a self-inflicted wound... 742 00:47:39,291 --> 00:47:40,792 ...and left it near the tennis court. 743 00:47:40,892 --> 00:47:42,828 Anything to make it look as if Bo had been murdered. 744 00:47:42,994 --> 00:47:45,197 What about it, ma'am? Oh, and another thing. 745 00:47:45,630 --> 00:47:48,700 The lab tells me the blood is only 24 hours old. 746 00:47:50,769 --> 00:47:54,239 All right, all right... I did it. I planted the hat. 747 00:47:55,006 --> 00:47:57,142 I was just trying to get everybody off the dime. 748 00:47:59,177 --> 00:48:01,446 I guess I'm in trouble, huh? Falsifying evidence? 749 00:48:01,613 --> 00:48:04,850 There's no real harm done. Surely she didn't break any laws. 750 00:48:04,983 --> 00:48:06,752 Your help I don't need. 751 00:48:06,985 --> 00:48:09,755 Like Mr.Markham says, there was no harm done. 752 00:48:09,888 --> 00:48:13,625 As far as I'm concerned, I think everybody can forget about it. 753 00:48:14,192 --> 00:48:15,494 Well now I'll be going. 754 00:48:16,795 --> 00:48:20,265 Mr.Markham! May I borrow that will for an hour or two? 755 00:48:21,400 --> 00:48:24,035 I'm afraid it isn't mine. It belongs to Jennifer. 756 00:48:24,136 --> 00:48:25,270 Why don't I take it back to her? 757 00:48:25,404 --> 00:48:27,773 I'm sure dropping it off will take you out of your way. 758 00:48:28,940 --> 00:48:29,841 Suit yourself. 759 00:48:47,759 --> 00:48:49,361 Let me ask you this question. 760 00:48:50,128 --> 00:48:52,097 Is this the first pile iron you sunk? 761 00:48:52,731 --> 00:48:56,868 That's pile D-3. We did that the day of the dedication. 762 00:48:57,068 --> 00:48:59,070 You were here, remember I saw you coming in. 763 00:48:59,237 --> 00:49:01,006 Well, what happens then? You just dig a hole... 764 00:49:01,139 --> 00:49:02,607 ...and you just plop the stuff in? 765 00:49:02,741 --> 00:49:04,643 We usually dig 'em the day before. 766 00:49:04,810 --> 00:49:08,413 I see. Then you have this big hole sitting there all night. 767 00:49:09,414 --> 00:49:12,317 It's not a safety hazard, Lieutenant. Don't worry about it. 768 00:49:12,451 --> 00:49:13,952 I see... 769 00:49:18,757 --> 00:49:20,058 Mr.Markham. 770 00:49:33,605 --> 00:49:35,373 The Lieutenant was looking for you, Mr.Markham. 771 00:49:35,707 --> 00:49:37,142 I'm sure he was. 772 00:49:38,176 --> 00:49:40,078 I see you have our building records. 773 00:49:40,278 --> 00:49:42,280 Yes, sir... but he wanted to take a look. 774 00:49:42,380 --> 00:49:43,849 Now, listen. I didn't think you'd mind. 775 00:49:43,949 --> 00:49:45,116 No. Of course not. 776 00:49:45,250 --> 00:49:47,886 I wouldn't dampen your new interest in architecture. 777 00:49:48,220 --> 00:49:49,354 All right, Carl. Thanks. 778 00:49:50,689 --> 00:49:52,224 Lieutenant... anybody ever tell you... 779 00:49:52,324 --> 00:49:54,426 ...you're very much like an arachnid? 780 00:49:55,126 --> 00:49:55,794 A what? 781 00:49:55,894 --> 00:49:58,763 A tick. They're quite common, but excessively tenacious. 782 00:49:58,864 --> 00:50:02,934 They hang on and they let go only under extreme prodding. 783 00:50:03,635 --> 00:50:04,803 I never heard of 'em. 784 00:50:11,610 --> 00:50:12,544 There it is. 785 00:50:12,911 --> 00:50:13,778 There's what? 786 00:50:18,149 --> 00:50:19,551 Pile D-3. 787 00:50:19,818 --> 00:50:20,785 What do you mean? 788 00:50:21,820 --> 00:50:22,954 Let's dig it up. 789 00:50:23,622 --> 00:50:24,322 What? 790 00:50:24,422 --> 00:50:26,191 Come on. You know you want to. 791 00:50:26,491 --> 00:50:27,626 I don't know what you're talking about? 792 00:50:27,792 --> 00:50:31,096 Well, it's such a marvelous place to hide a body. 793 00:50:31,496 --> 00:50:34,933 A crew comes in and digs a hole. The hole sits there overnight. 794 00:50:35,100 --> 00:50:37,168 If I were a murderer... hypothetically speaking... 795 00:50:37,335 --> 00:50:39,137 ...of course, it would be made to order. 796 00:50:39,471 --> 00:50:40,805 I'd just drive up and dump the body. 797 00:50:40,939 --> 00:50:43,875 The next morning the crew comes in and fills the hole with concrete. 798 00:50:44,009 --> 00:50:46,111 Neat, clean, foolproof. 799 00:50:46,278 --> 00:50:49,281 Wait a minute. If you were a murderer... hypothetically... 800 00:50:49,381 --> 00:50:52,017 ...like you say, you're not gonna tell this to the police. 801 00:50:52,350 --> 00:50:55,287 Why not? You'd never be able to dig it up. 802 00:50:56,221 --> 00:51:00,058 Besides how do you know I'm not a victim of my own bravado? 803 00:51:20,679 --> 00:51:24,883 How much would it cost? I mean, to actually dig up pile D-3. 804 00:51:25,183 --> 00:51:26,751 Just for the sake of curiosity. 805 00:51:26,885 --> 00:51:29,220 A great deal more than your bank account, Lieutenant. 806 00:51:29,421 --> 00:51:30,755 To say nothing of the permits, 807 00:51:30,889 --> 00:51:33,191 ...assuming you got permission, which is doubtful. 808 00:51:33,625 --> 00:51:36,294 Hmmm... probably be a mess wouldn't it? 809 00:51:36,394 --> 00:51:37,662 It's a lot of concrete... 810 00:51:37,762 --> 00:51:39,097 Yeah, sure is. 811 00:51:40,265 --> 00:51:42,400 You really believe that Bo Williamson... 812 00:51:42,534 --> 00:51:44,135 ...met with foul play, don't you? 813 00:51:44,603 --> 00:51:47,872 Astonishing. There's no body, no proof. 814 00:51:48,006 --> 00:51:51,276 Aside from Goldie's pathetic attempt at fraud, no motive. 815 00:51:51,409 --> 00:51:53,211 Well, actually there is a motive. 816 00:51:53,578 --> 00:51:54,379 Oh? 817 00:51:54,579 --> 00:51:56,815 Oh, yes. It's in Mr.Williamson's will. 818 00:51:57,415 --> 00:52:00,318 You see, before I dropped it off at his wife's house, I stopped by... 819 00:52:00,485 --> 00:52:03,788 ...to see my brother-in-law. He's an attorney. 820 00:52:04,456 --> 00:52:07,125 Nothing big, you understand, but he's pretty good. 821 00:52:08,560 --> 00:52:09,594 You've been very busy. 822 00:52:10,061 --> 00:52:11,696 Well, it's just part of the job. 823 00:52:11,930 --> 00:52:16,267 Anyway, he tells me there's a very interesting clause in that will. 824 00:52:17,035 --> 00:52:19,404 It says that if Mr.Williamson dies, 825 00:52:19,971 --> 00:52:22,974 his wife Jennifer doesn't gain control of the estate. 826 00:52:25,210 --> 00:52:26,177 Is that so? 827 00:52:27,812 --> 00:52:31,783 Yes. Aside from Goldie's 25 percent, the entire thing goes into a trust. 828 00:52:32,550 --> 00:52:35,420 And the wife, all she gets is the income from the interest. 829 00:52:36,521 --> 00:52:37,789 How nice for her. 830 00:52:38,089 --> 00:52:39,524 Yes, it's lotta money... 831 00:52:39,824 --> 00:52:42,360 ...but it's a lot less than it takes to finance your city. 832 00:52:43,061 --> 00:52:44,896 You're proving my point, Lieutenant. 833 00:52:45,063 --> 00:52:46,765 I have no interest in seeing Bo dead. 834 00:52:46,898 --> 00:52:48,133 I want the city built. 835 00:52:48,967 --> 00:52:51,569 Yeah, but if he's dead and it can't be proved, 836 00:52:51,970 --> 00:52:54,105 ...then legally he's considered alive... 837 00:52:54,706 --> 00:52:57,442 ...which means his wife can spend the money without restrictions. 838 00:52:57,842 --> 00:53:00,378 She can go right ahead and bankroll your city. 839 00:53:02,514 --> 00:53:04,149 Quite a lawyer, your brother-in-law. 840 00:53:04,516 --> 00:53:07,018 Yeah. The whole family, we're kinda proud of him. 841 00:53:08,353 --> 00:53:10,488 As long as he's giving you so much free counsel... 842 00:53:10,622 --> 00:53:12,390 ...I hope there's one other point that he made. 843 00:53:12,557 --> 00:53:13,324 What's that? 844 00:53:13,858 --> 00:53:16,828 A man can be declared legally dead without a corpus delicti. 845 00:53:17,028 --> 00:53:19,864 But if you really want to make a case against someone... 846 00:53:20,231 --> 00:53:22,033 ...it might help if you found a body. 847 00:53:22,701 --> 00:53:23,768 Yeah, I know. 848 00:53:24,035 --> 00:53:28,840 See, I figure I gotta come up with something concrete. 849 00:55:28,426 --> 00:55:30,195 I... uh... need some information about... 850 00:55:30,361 --> 00:55:31,696 Just a minute, please. 851 00:55:39,671 --> 00:55:40,605 Yes. 852 00:55:42,440 --> 00:55:43,374 I want some information. 853 00:55:43,474 --> 00:55:46,678 How do I go about getting permission to dig up a pile of... 854 00:55:46,845 --> 00:55:48,947 ...a building that's already under construction? 855 00:55:50,081 --> 00:55:50,949 I beg your pardon? 856 00:55:52,016 --> 00:55:55,453 A pile of a building that's under construction. 857 00:55:55,587 --> 00:55:56,754 I want to dig it up. 858 00:55:58,189 --> 00:55:59,424 Regular size pile? 859 00:56:00,158 --> 00:56:00,925 Yeah... 860 00:56:01,426 --> 00:56:02,560 Ten thousand pounds? 861 00:56:03,695 --> 00:56:04,729 I would think so. 862 00:56:09,300 --> 00:56:13,271 Ah... Section 346-B... Foundations. 863 00:56:14,672 --> 00:56:16,708 Do you know how much a thing like that would cost? 864 00:56:18,276 --> 00:56:19,177 No. How much? 865 00:56:22,847 --> 00:56:25,483 See 581-D... 866 00:56:28,453 --> 00:56:29,854 Here we are. 867 00:56:32,223 --> 00:56:35,593 What's your connection, by the way? Contractor, owner? 868 00:56:37,128 --> 00:56:40,164 No, I'm from the police. Lieutenant Columbo. 869 00:56:40,331 --> 00:56:45,203 Well, you'll have to have a departmental approval... 870 00:56:45,303 --> 00:56:48,606 ...under regulation 613 of the Municipal Code. 871 00:56:48,740 --> 00:56:50,008 I see... that's... 872 00:56:51,376 --> 00:56:52,010 613? 873 00:56:52,110 --> 00:56:53,378 613. 874 00:56:54,245 --> 00:56:59,851 Now, once you get that, you file your permits, your requisition slips, 875 00:56:59,951 --> 00:57:04,656 and if the Mayor's office approves of that, then you're set. 876 00:57:05,456 --> 00:57:07,625 Been to the Structural Engineering Department? 877 00:57:08,526 --> 00:57:09,360 What for? 878 00:57:10,495 --> 00:57:14,732 Lieutenant, you have to show the exact foundation to be torn out... 879 00:57:14,866 --> 00:57:16,401 ...so we can make our estimates. 880 00:57:19,103 --> 00:57:20,305 Where do I do that? 881 00:57:21,439 --> 00:57:24,242 Room 316. Down the hall. 882 00:57:24,342 --> 00:57:25,910 All right. I'll be right back. 883 00:58:02,046 --> 00:58:03,047 I got 'em. 884 00:58:03,348 --> 00:58:04,248 Good. 885 00:58:05,116 --> 00:58:05,917 Well? 886 00:58:06,818 --> 00:58:08,920 Lunch hour. Come back at 1 o'clock. 887 00:58:54,232 --> 00:58:55,166 OK! 888 00:59:01,472 --> 00:59:02,807 How long have you been digging here? 889 00:59:02,907 --> 00:59:04,509 Since about 8 this morning. 890 00:59:04,842 --> 00:59:06,944 And how much is this going to cost? 891 00:59:07,078 --> 00:59:07,979 I don't know. 892 00:59:08,279 --> 00:59:10,882 Inspector? How much is all this going to cost? 893 00:59:11,482 --> 00:59:12,517 Uhh... 894 00:59:14,619 --> 00:59:16,020 He won't tell you. I'll tell you. 895 00:59:16,120 --> 00:59:17,755 It's gonna cost considerable. 896 00:59:46,417 --> 00:59:50,488 Hi, Lieutenant. You know, you can still stop it before it's too late. 897 00:59:52,023 --> 00:59:55,326 You know I went to so much trouble to get the permission... 898 00:59:56,527 --> 00:59:57,528 ...I think I'd better go ahead. 899 00:59:57,628 --> 00:59:58,429 Well, that's up to you. 900 00:59:59,263 --> 01:00:00,665 I hope you realize how much work... 901 01:00:00,765 --> 01:00:02,600 ...you're causing for a great many people. 902 01:00:02,967 --> 01:00:05,403 Well, it's a lot more than I expected. I'll give you that. 903 01:00:17,315 --> 01:00:19,984 You should have dressed for the occasion. 904 01:00:20,118 --> 01:00:20,852 What? 905 01:00:21,385 --> 01:00:22,320 They're taking a picture. 906 01:00:22,453 --> 01:00:25,022 You're gonna be a celebrity on the 6 o'clock news. 907 01:00:25,790 --> 01:00:27,959 All right. Come on! Give me a break, huh? 908 01:00:28,593 --> 01:00:31,629 I wanna apologize for the press. 909 01:00:31,762 --> 01:00:33,598 I didn't realize they were gonna be here. 910 01:00:34,065 --> 01:00:37,268 I had nothing to do with it. Must've been a leak down in the department. 911 01:00:37,368 --> 01:00:38,302 No, I invited them. 912 01:00:38,970 --> 01:00:40,271 Hope you don't mind. I intend to make... 913 01:00:40,438 --> 01:00:41,506 a statement when you're finished. 914 01:00:42,273 --> 01:00:43,241 You do? 915 01:00:43,374 --> 01:00:45,309 Maybe I'll have a statement of my own. 916 01:00:46,611 --> 01:00:47,979 Well, you're clutching at straws. 917 01:00:51,182 --> 01:00:53,317 Carl. You're keeping a record of the delay... 918 01:00:53,451 --> 01:00:54,952 ...in construction time, aren't you? 919 01:00:55,052 --> 01:00:56,087 Yes, sir. 920 01:00:56,220 --> 01:00:57,488 All right. Fine. 921 01:00:58,823 --> 01:01:01,492 Lieutenant,I want you to know I admire you. 922 01:01:02,160 --> 01:01:02,960 Really? 923 01:01:03,060 --> 01:01:04,762 You've got the courage of your conviction. 924 01:01:04,862 --> 01:01:08,933 That's an admirable trait, misdirected as it may be. 925 01:01:15,206 --> 01:01:17,308 Lieutenant! There you are. 926 01:01:18,676 --> 01:01:23,281 You just stay right there because I am gonna love you to death. 927 01:01:24,348 --> 01:01:26,751 We could have used you at the Alamo. You've got guts! 928 01:01:26,851 --> 01:01:27,685 Oh... 929 01:01:27,785 --> 01:01:29,387 Jennifer called and told me about this. 930 01:01:29,520 --> 01:01:30,855 Then she pulled the covers over her head... 931 01:01:30,988 --> 01:01:32,723 ...which is her way of dealing with problems. 932 01:01:32,924 --> 01:01:34,292 But I'm here to give you support. 933 01:01:34,425 --> 01:01:36,060 Thanks. I appreciate that. 934 01:01:36,861 --> 01:01:39,130 Are you getting a little nervous, Mr.Markham? 935 01:01:39,297 --> 01:01:40,097 Should I be? 936 01:01:40,198 --> 01:01:41,966 Well, it depends on what's down there. 937 01:01:42,099 --> 01:01:44,168 The usual, Goldie... bedrock and cement. 938 01:01:44,268 --> 01:01:45,836 Hmmm... I wonder. 939 01:01:46,003 --> 01:01:46,938 So does the Lieutenant. 940 01:01:47,071 --> 01:01:49,640 But he'll have his curiosity satisfied soon enough. 941 01:01:50,074 --> 01:01:52,343 Mr.Markham. Can I see you a moment, please? 942 01:01:56,781 --> 01:01:59,650 Don't be intimidated. I think he's scared. 943 01:02:04,422 --> 01:02:07,391 If this looks all right to you, can I bring in the crane? 944 01:02:07,758 --> 01:02:09,193 All right. Bring her in, take her up. 945 01:02:09,293 --> 01:02:10,294 What's happening? 946 01:02:10,428 --> 01:02:11,429 Another half an hour. 947 01:02:13,264 --> 01:02:14,432 Another half hour. 948 01:02:15,399 --> 01:02:16,534 Nervous, Lieutenant? 949 01:02:18,035 --> 01:02:19,070 Yeah, a little. 950 01:02:19,303 --> 01:02:22,073 Why not? You're learning architecture the hard way. 951 01:02:43,894 --> 01:02:44,795 Take her up! 952 01:04:01,706 --> 01:04:03,574 OK, fellas. Let's forget it, huh? 953 01:04:15,386 --> 01:04:17,788 Nothing here, Mr.Markham. Not even a button. 954 01:04:47,585 --> 01:04:49,387 Well, Lieutenant Columbo? 955 01:04:53,591 --> 01:04:54,825 I guess I was wrong. 956 01:04:55,393 --> 01:04:57,228 I consider that an accurate statement. 957 01:04:57,561 --> 01:04:59,063 Do you have a moment? I'd like to talk to you. 958 01:04:59,463 --> 01:05:00,998 Nothing I'd like better. 959 01:05:15,579 --> 01:05:18,349 Mr.Markham, I think I owe you an apology. 960 01:05:18,516 --> 01:05:19,750 Is that all you have to say? 961 01:05:20,217 --> 01:05:22,052 Not much. Good night. 962 01:05:23,554 --> 01:05:26,724 Carl. Fill up the excavation and sink another hole. 963 01:05:26,924 --> 01:05:28,426 We'll pour the concrete in the morning. 964 01:05:30,961 --> 01:05:33,197 Lieutenant, you say you owe me an apology? 965 01:05:33,330 --> 01:05:34,765 Well, you owe me a great deal more than that. 966 01:05:34,965 --> 01:05:35,933 There's not a trace of a body. 967 01:05:36,033 --> 01:05:37,868 Not a bit of clothing, not a ring, nothing. 968 01:05:38,068 --> 01:05:41,472 Now I'm not a police officer, but the conclusion seems to be obvious. 969 01:05:41,872 --> 01:05:44,775 You didn't find Bo Williamson because he isn't here and he never was. 970 01:05:44,975 --> 01:05:46,377 Stop gloating. 971 01:05:46,710 --> 01:05:48,946 What's the matter, Goldie? You should be delighted. 972 01:05:49,079 --> 01:05:50,414 It means that Bo is still alive. 973 01:05:50,781 --> 01:05:53,317 The only one who's suffered here is the Lieutenant. And me. 974 01:05:53,484 --> 01:05:54,418 Why you? 975 01:05:55,152 --> 01:05:58,055 Well, I've been suspected of murder, my work has been delayed... 976 01:05:58,222 --> 01:06:01,158 my relationship with Bo and Jennifer has been jeopardized. 977 01:06:02,159 --> 01:06:05,463 Lieutenant, I'm sure you have a lot of explaining to do to your superiors. 978 01:06:05,629 --> 01:06:08,365 So if you'll forgive me, I'll be off. 979 01:06:11,869 --> 01:06:13,137 Here, put this on. 980 01:06:15,973 --> 01:06:17,408 I'm sorry, lover. 981 01:06:17,908 --> 01:06:18,943 That's okay, Goldie. 982 01:06:19,043 --> 01:06:22,146 No, it's my fault. I put the bug in your ear. 983 01:06:22,813 --> 01:06:24,682 They're going to suspend you, or something? 984 01:06:25,583 --> 01:06:26,450 I don't know. 985 01:06:27,184 --> 01:06:30,254 I'll buy you a drink. I'll buy us both a drink. 986 01:06:30,387 --> 01:06:31,489 No, that's OK. 987 01:06:32,056 --> 01:06:34,058 Thank you, Goldie, you go ahead. 988 01:06:34,892 --> 01:06:38,062 I owe you one. I'll see you later. 989 01:09:13,150 --> 01:09:15,152 License and registration, please? 990 01:09:23,627 --> 01:09:24,795 That was real nice, sir. 991 01:09:24,928 --> 01:09:25,796 What? 992 01:09:26,196 --> 01:09:28,232 That was a real nice piece of driving you did back there. 993 01:09:28,465 --> 01:09:30,234 The way you panned it, the way you pulled it over. 994 01:09:30,634 --> 01:09:32,302 Oh, thank you. 995 01:09:33,237 --> 01:09:35,572 Left front. Could've been hairy. 996 01:09:35,973 --> 01:09:39,743 Yeah, it could've been... well, there's no real harm done. 997 01:09:39,877 --> 01:09:41,879 Thank you for stopping. I appreciate it. 998 01:09:43,113 --> 01:09:43,881 Open up. 999 01:09:46,383 --> 01:09:47,484 What? 1000 01:09:47,851 --> 01:09:50,254 The trunk. You might as well get your keys, 1001 01:09:50,387 --> 01:09:51,855 and I'll help you out with the spare. 1002 01:10:15,079 --> 01:10:16,213 Isn't that ridiculous! 1003 01:10:16,346 --> 01:10:17,314 What? 1004 01:10:18,382 --> 01:10:21,719 My spare... no air. It's useless. 1005 01:10:21,852 --> 01:10:25,189 I've been meaning to get it filled, but you know how it is. 1006 01:10:25,289 --> 01:10:28,459 Well, why don't I call a tow truck? They'll bring out a pump. 1007 01:10:28,959 --> 01:10:31,128 Oh, yeah. That's great. Thanks a lot. 1008 01:10:32,563 --> 01:10:33,464 Good night now. 1009 01:11:48,405 --> 01:11:49,840 Good evening, Mr.Markham. 1010 01:11:53,076 --> 01:11:54,211 Bo Williamson? 1011 01:12:01,451 --> 01:12:03,086 Ahead of me all the way, weren't you? 1012 01:12:04,021 --> 01:12:05,589 Well, I kinda had a hunch. 1013 01:12:07,391 --> 01:12:10,961 You see, you kept trying to finesse me into digging up that pile. 1014 01:12:11,228 --> 01:12:15,632 And I had to ask myself why. I mean, you're not a dumb man, Mr.Markham. 1015 01:12:16,033 --> 01:12:18,035 You wouldn't lead me right to the body. 1016 01:12:18,535 --> 01:12:19,503 Then why did you dug it up? 1017 01:12:19,837 --> 01:12:21,605 I had to play along, didn't I? 1018 01:12:23,106 --> 01:12:26,243 You see, I figured you had the body somewhere. 1019 01:12:26,343 --> 01:12:29,446 But what you really wanted was a fool proof hiding place. 1020 01:12:30,047 --> 01:12:32,783 Now... what's better than a place that's already been searched... 1021 01:12:33,183 --> 01:12:35,786 ...at considerable cost and my embarrassment. 1022 01:12:35,919 --> 01:12:36,587 Officer. 1023 01:12:36,687 --> 01:12:38,021 No, no. Don't bother. 1024 01:12:39,022 --> 01:12:41,258 You will admit it was a clever idea. 1025 01:12:41,758 --> 01:12:45,596 Oh, yeah. It was perfect. Who would look in the same place twice? 1026 01:12:47,164 --> 01:12:48,866 I should have left it where it was. 1027 01:12:49,132 --> 01:12:55,572 Mr.Markham, curious about that. Where was it? 1028 01:12:57,007 --> 01:12:58,942 It was in the equipment shed at his stables. 1029 01:12:59,643 --> 01:13:01,778 You never can be sure about those things. 1030 01:13:02,813 --> 01:13:05,015 You know, bodies have a funny way of surfacing. 1031 01:13:05,449 --> 01:13:06,984 No, this was brilliant. 1032 01:13:07,251 --> 01:13:09,887 Eventually you would've had a whole building over the grave. 1033 01:13:10,654 --> 01:13:11,755 Yes, brilliant. 1034 01:13:12,155 --> 01:13:14,358 It was just that music thing that bothered me. 1035 01:13:15,092 --> 01:13:17,995 Carnegie Hall and Nashville, they don't mix. 1036 01:13:20,530 --> 01:13:22,933 No, no they don't.