Sherlock Holmes Bedtime Stories

Summer Reruns: The Red-Headed League, Part 1

Jul 16, 2025
Join Holmes and Watson as they unravel the mysterious disappearance of a job meant exclusively for red-haired individuals. Jabez Wilson, an unlikely client, finds himself entangled in an odd recruitment process for a quirky league. With comedic twists and puzzling circumstances, the narrative deepens as Wilson seeks answers from the famous detective. The story blends humor with intrigue, set against a backdrop of soothing music to help you relax into a peaceful night.
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Mr. Wilson's Unusual Job Offer

  • Mr. Jabez Wilson, a stout red-headed man, narrates his peculiar encounter with the Red-Headed League to Sherlock Holmes. - He shares how an unusual job advertisement led him to a lucrative but strange job.
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Holmes' Deductive Genius

  • Sherlock Holmes deduces much about Mr. Wilson's background from minute physical details like hand size and tattoos. - Small observations can reveal deep insights into a person's past and habits.
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Red-Headed League Recruitment Experience

  • Wilson applies for a position with the Red-Headed League and is accepted after others are rejected for not having bright red hair. - The League promises easy work for good pay, tied peculiarly to the red-haired variety of men in London.
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