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Adam West in Perry Mason (1957)

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The Case of the Bogus Books

Perry Mason

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Continuity

Woodrow Parfrey is listed as playing the character George Pickson. But he introduces himself as Herbert Pickson, chief clerk.

Factual errors

On the witness stand, the banker testified that the $100 bills he gave to Kraft were "fresh from the Mint." But the U.S. Mint doesn't produce paper money, only coins. Paper money comes from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
Paul smells gas and breaks down the door to Kraft's office -- this may have created a spark which could have caused an explosion. He should have broken a window to vent the gas and shut off the valve.
As noted by a reviewer, gas heaters of this type have a safety valve that prevents gas from escaping if the pilot goes out. If there weren't, gas explosions would be commonplace whenever there is a gas interruption or blown out pilot light.

Incorrectly regarded as goofs

Mr. Kraft's revolver has no bullets in it when he points it at Mr. Torg.

Update: There are definitely at least two bullets in the gun. They can be seen in the chambers of the gun on the viewer's right.

Character error

Paul knocks on Mr. Kraft's door, and there is no answer. Paul breaks down the door, but without first checking to see if it is locked.

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