Docks of New Orleans (1948)

John Gallaudet: Capt. Pete McNalley

Quotes 

• Capt. McNalley : [Talking about Tommy]  Say, the boy has a head on his shoulders.

  Charlie Chan : Oh, yes, even melon grown in shade will ripen in the end.

• Charlie Chan : [Entering the room]  Captain...

  Police Sgt. Dansiger : Hello, Mr. Chan.

  Capt. McNalley : Charlie, I thought you were on your way to San Francisco.

  Charlie Chan : Would have been had not been for appointment with Mr. LaFontaine. Trust am not late.

  Capt. McNalley : Late? I'm afraid you're too late . He died no more than five minutes ago.

  Charlie Chan : Oh, death one appointment we must all keep and for which no time is set.