Crime Over Miami

I've always liked this cover, although it probably wouldn't have jumped out at someone who didn't know about The Shadow (although in 1940 I doubt that there were very many people who were unaware of the man of mystery) and was just picking up the magazine for the first time.  This one seems like a good read and I've always wanted to get to it.  At the rate I'm going it'll be some time till that happens. 
Regarding the cover, I'm a bit confused as to who is who.  The fact that the Cranston opening the door isn't wearing the famous girasol ring although the text indicates that he is The Shadow doesn't make sense.  Also, the Cranston holding the "Please Do Not Disturb" sign has the placid expression of someone in control while the other figure looks more emotional.  The red cuff link doesn't cut it as far as hinting at who's who.  However, a well painted cover and a seminal one as well.  If you're curious about the story just click here.