Nick Carter Stories No. 133, March 27, 1915: Won by Magic; or, Nick Carter's Mysterious Ear.

A crisp telegram arrives aboard the luxury steamer Marathon, its terse command—“Get up to Nepal quickly”—sparking a puzzling investigation. Private detective Nick Carter, traveling with the wealthy shipowner Jefferson Arnold, learns that Arnold’s son and trusted agent have vanished under mysterious circumstances in Calcutta. The clues are scant, but the message hints at a hidden trail leading deep into the Himalayas, promising danger and intrigue far from the bustling ports.

Carter’s sharp mind and seasoned instincts draw him into a race against time, navigating treacherous waters and exotic landscapes. As the steamer slides toward the glittering wharves of Calcutta, the detective must decipher who sent the cryptic note and why, while confronting the shadowy forces that may be pulling the strings. Listeners will be swept into a classic early‑twentieth‑century adventure, where every clue could unravel a secret that reaches far beyond the Indian coast.