Wild Bill Hickock ep001 First Broadcast

Summary

Podcast Summary: "Wild Bill Hickock ep001 First Broadcast"

Introduction

"Wild Bill Hickock ep001 First Broadcast," the inaugural episode of Harold's Old Time Radio series, transports listeners to the tumultuous frontier town of Bitter Creek during the Golden Age of Radio. Hosted by Guy Madison as the legendary Wild Bill Hickok and his affable sidekick Andy Devine portraying Jingles, the episode delves into the escalating conflict between railroad expansion and local ranchers. Set against the backdrop of early Western America, this radio drama captures the essence of classic Western storytelling, complete with suspense, drama, and heroism.

Arrival in Bitter Creek

The episode begins with Wild Bill Hickok and his deputy Jingles riding into Bitter Creek Valley, responding to Mayor Fogarty's plea for help amidst rising tensions caused by railroad construction. Guy Madison as Wild Bill introduces the main conflict:

Wild Bill Hickok [02:24]: "Mayor Fogarty of Bitter Creek wrote the government saying there was plenty of trouble and the marshal was needed."

As they navigate the valley, Bill remains optimistic about the potential benefits of the railroad:

Wild Bill Hickok [03:08]: "Just about the best thing that could happen to the ranchers."

However, Jingles expresses skepticism about the peaceful intentions of their mission:

Andy Devine as Jingles [02:20]: "What I want to know is what's going to happen when we get there."

Conflict Between Railroad and Ranchers

Upon their arrival, the tension between the railroad workers and the ranchers becomes palpable. Sam Cox, a prominent cattleman, confronts Ed Johnson, the railroad foreman, accusing him of deliberate sabotage:

Sam Cox [04:24]: "It's between you and every rancher in this valley. This ain't the first time it's happened."

Sam Cox alleges that the railroad's blasting activities have led to the deaths of several ranchers, fueling distrust and anger among the local community:

Sam Cox [06:10]: "There's gonna be a first-class war if somebody doesn't stop it."

Wild Bill, determined to uncover the truth, addresses Mayor Fogarty:

Wild Bill Hickok [06:10]: "Mayor, just who were these men that were killed?"

Through his investigation, Bill learns that the deceased ranchers—Jim Turner, Art Wheeler, and Matt Parker—were prominent figures with families, intensifying the community's grief and outrage.

Discovering the Plot

As Bill and Jingles delve deeper, they identify suspicious activities surrounding the railroad's expansion. A pivotal moment occurs when Sam Cox and his cohorts plan to sabotage Bill’s new office, intending to eliminate him and Jingles to secure land ownership:

Sam Cox [16:48]: "When all that stuff goes off, there won't be nothing left of them cocks."

Their plot is nearly thwarted when Jerry Johnson, Ed’s son, alerts Bill about missing blasting powder, hinting at an impending attack. Bill's suspicion toward Sam Cox grows as evidence points to a calculated land grab orchestrated by Cox and Mayor Fogarty.

Climax and Resolution

The climax unfolds as Wild Bill confronts Sam Cox and Mayor Fogarty with the incriminating evidence. Utilizing his keen investigative skills, Bill exposes the conspiracy by demonstrating that traces of blasting powder are present on the mayor's hands, implicating him directly:

Wild Bill Hickok [22:16]: "Or better yet, hold your hands out here. We'll touch a match to them and see if that black stuff under your nails doesn't explode like blasting powder."

Under mounting pressure and confronted with undeniable proof, Sam Cox and Mayor Fogarty attempt to deny their involvement but ultimately face justice. Their deceit unravels, leading to their confession:

Wild Bill Hickok [22:38]: "Go on, Mayor. Now tell us why."

With the culprits exposed, peace begins to restore in Bitter Creek. The ranchers, previously fearful and resentful, begin to see the railroad workers as allies rather than adversaries. Ma Parker, a widow whose husband was killed in the initial blasts, plays a crucial role in mediating peace and encouraging cooperative efforts between both factions.

Conclusion

The episode concludes with Wild Bill and Jingles ensuring that justice is served and the railroad construction can proceed without further bloodshed. The community's unity is restored, and relationships mend as mutual understanding takes root. In a heartfelt moment, Jerry Johnson offers hospitality to Bill and Jingles, symbolizing the newfound harmony:

Jerry Johnson [23:57]: "I'll cook you a supper. You won't forget the rest of your born day. You do, Mr. Hickok."

Notable Quotes

• Wild Bill Hickok [03:08]: "Just about the best thing that could happen to the ranchers."
• Sam Cox [04:24]: "It's between you and every rancher in this valley."
• Wild Bill Hickok [22:16]: "We'll touch a match to them and see if that black stuff under your nails doesn't explode like blasting powder."
• Jerry Johnson [23:57]: "I'll cook you a supper. You won't forget the rest of your born day."

Final Thoughts

"Wild Bill Hickock ep001 First Broadcast" masterfully captures the essence of Western radio dramas, blending action, suspense, and moral dilemmas. Through the steadfast leadership of Wild Bill Hickok and the endearing presence of Jingles, listeners are taken on a journey of justice and reconciliation. This episode not only entertains but also underscores the timeless themes of integrity, community, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

For those who appreciate classic Western tales and the golden age of radio, this episode serves as a compelling introduction to the adventures that await in future broadcasts of Harold's Old Time Radio.

Transcript

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[Guy Madison]

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[Andy Devine]

Every home. Wild Bill Hickok. Hiya, folks. Hold on to your hats and pass those Kellogg Corn Pops. Cause here comes Guy Madison as Wild Bill and his pal Jingles. Which is me, Andy Devine. We got another Rootin Tootin Wild Hickok adventure story for you from that great new cereal with the sweetening already on it. Kellogg's Corn Pop.

[Narrator]

Kellogg's Corn Pops bring you Wild Bill Hickok. Starring Guy Madison as Wild Bill and Andy Devine as his pal Jingles. Out across the frontiers of the early west came the pioneers on building new peaceful homes for their families in the land of the buffalo and the Indian. But always with them came the riff raff, gamblers and gunmen. It was a constant fight between good and evil. A fight that often broke into open warfare. And into this conflict, always on the side of law and order rode the greatest fighter of them all. Scout, sharpshooter, United States Marshal, Wild Bill Hickok. Early one afternoon on a new assignment, Wild Bill rode a trail into the fertile Bitter Creek valley. By his side, as always, was his faithful deputy and companion, Jingles.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, there's a town of Bitter Creek, Jingles. Only a couple more miles.

[Andy Devine]

Well, what I want to know is what's going to happen when we get there.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You know as much as I do. Mayor Fogarty of Bitter Creek wrote the government saying there there was plenty of trouble and the marshal was needed.

[Andy Devine]

And of course they had to send you.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You still have time to turn back if you want to.

[Andy Devine]

Oh, you know I can't do that. I'm hungry. It's half past dinner time and I still ain't had no breakfast.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Always thinking of your stomach, aren't you?

[Andy Devine]

Well, my stomach's bigger than yours. I could eat a run and steer.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Horns and all, you know, just to look at it. There's nothing wrong with this valley, Jingles. Plenty of good grazing.

[Andy Devine]

Hey, hey, hey, Bill. That sure don't sound like mind blasting.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It's not. Notice how they're cutting through that rocky hill?

[Andy Devine]

Well, sure enough blasting for a right away. Hey means they're building a railroad spur into this valley.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Just about the best thing that could happen to the ranchers.

[Andy Devine]

Look out, Jingles. Right above us. Coming. Look out, Jingles. Right. Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey. Whoa, whoa, whoa.

[Ed Johnson]

Whoa.

[Andy Devine]

Oh, that was too close, Bill. Just way too darn close.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Another second and we'd have been buried.

[Andy Devine]

Oh, when I find out who set off that blast, I'm gonna stomp him silly. Hey, down there. You all right?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We left through it.

[Andy Devine]

Get down here, mister. And who do you think you are?

[Ed Johnson]

I'll tell you in a minute. Just. Just let me get my breath. I'm Ed Johnson, railroad foreman. Hope you're not her.

[Andy Devine]

Well, we ain't. But somebody's gonna be soon as I get out of this saddle.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hold it, Jingles. Let Johnson explain.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, I. I don't know what happened. We're clearing the right of way, but that blast went off way ahead of time. I can't understand it.

[Andy Devine]

Oh, you can't, huh?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Let him finish, Jingles. Maybe it was an accident.

[Andy Devine]

Now, who's that coming?

[Ed Johnson]

Oh, that's Sam Cox. He's a cattleman. Owns the Circle C over west.

[Sam Cox]

Still at it, are you, Johnson?

[Ed Johnson]

Now, hold on, Mr. Cox. This is between me and these two men.

[Sam Cox]

It's between you and every rancher in this valley. This ain't the first time it's happened.

[Ed Johnson]

I know that. See here, Mr. Cox, accidents are bound to happen.

[Sam Cox]

Yeah, like the one yesterday and the day before. You and your railroad gang blasting and killing innocent people.

[Ed Johnson]

I can't account for what's happened any more than you can. But we're here to build a railroad, and that's all.

[Sam Cox]

And deliberately kill everybody that gets in your way.

[Andy Devine]

Yeah, and what about us?

[Sam Cox]

Shut up, you.

[Andy Devine]

Huh?

[Sam Cox]

Well, Johnson, you've come as far as you're gonna go.

[Ed Johnson]

Just what do you mean by that?

[Sam Cox]

I mean you've done your last killing.

[Ed Johnson]

All right, Cox. If that's how you want it.

[Sam Cox]

It's just what I want.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Stay away from that gun.

[Ed Johnson]

But I didn't even see you draw.

[Andy Devine]

You never saw Nat weak. It's I either. Only it happens, and just as fast.

[Sam Cox]

I'd advise you two saddle tramps to drift out of this valley. This ain't your business. The railroad gangs had their way long enough.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Maybe. But there's gonna be no more killing if I can help it.

[Ma Parker]

Who are you?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

James Butler Hickok, your new United States marshal.

[Andy Devine]

Only, most folks call them Wild Bill Hickok.

[Sam Cox]

Wild Bill?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Her name doesn't matter.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, Mr. Hickok, I guess I'm as surprised as Cox is. But I'm mighty glad you've come. Now maybe we can get to the bottom of this.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

I intend to. Right now. Mr. Cox has taken me into Bitter Creek to see Mayor Fogarty. And if anybody's got any ideas about shooting, forget them.

[Sam Cox]

Mayor forady. This feller says he's the new marshal. Wild Bill Hickok.

[Guy Madison]

Hickok? I sure didn't think they'd send you.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Glad to meet you, Mayor. And this overgrown cowpoke is my partner, jingles.

[Andy Devine]

Well, howdy, Mr. Mayor. Howdy.

[Sam Cox]

He got a taste of what's happening, Mayor, not an hour ago.

[Guy Madison]

I'll tell it, Cox. It's about the railroad spur comin in. The ranchers are fighting mad.

[Andy Devine]

Well, don't make sense.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

A railroad brings law and order. Better market for their cattle, land values go up.

[Guy Madison]

I know, but it's the way the railroad's going about coming in without regard for life or property.

[Sam Cox]

They already blasted the life out of three ranchers.

[Guy Madison]

Important people, Mr. Hickok, with families, feelings running high. There's gonna be a first class war if somebody doesn't stop it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Mayor, just who were these men that were killed?

[Guy Madison]

All big ranchers. First was Jim Turner. Three weeks ago, Rock Slide caught him in a canyon. Art Wheeler got it the same way. And yesterday a premature blast killed Matt Parker. His wife, Ma. Parker's out at the MP Ranch all alone now.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We'll have a look around.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, Mr. Hickok. I've had an office rigged up for the new marshal. First building past the feed store. You and your deputy can bunk there.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, we could camp out.

[Guy Madison]

Certainly not. You'd be much better off in this office. Much better off. Come along. I'll show it to you.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

All right. Come on, Jingles.

[Andy Devine]

I'd rather look at a good place to eat.

[Sam Cox]

Mozo, come in here.

[Ed Johnson]

Yeah.

[Sam Cox]

We're in trouble, Mozo. We get a marshal down here and it turns out to be Wild Bill Hickok.

[Ed Johnson]

That's bad.

[Sam Cox]

Sure it's bad, you chowderhead. Just when we got a war started between the ranchers and the railroad, this has to happen. We got the ranchers scared. They're starting to sell out for next to nothing. And along comes the greatest troubleshooter in the West.

[Guy Madison]

What do we do now?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Get out.

[Sam Cox]

No, we don't get out. The boss is out to get every acre in this valley one way or another. And if Wild Bill Hickok gets in the way, he's liable to find himself in real big trouble.

[Ma Parker]

Howdy partners, this is Panhandle Jim. And we're sure getting a real lot of enjoyment out of this Wild Bill Hickok show, aren't we? Now in my left hand I'm holding a big box of Kellogg's Corn Pops. And with my right hand, I'm digging in. Now you rangers who have Corn Pops in the pantry, go out and get them right now. I want to have a little gab fest with you youngins who haven't tasted Kellogg's Corn Pops yet. Here's what you're missing. Corn Pops are golden hearts of corn all popped up big and sassy. They're crisp and crunchy. And listen to this, they're already sweetened for you. Eat them right out of the box. Or for some real chow at breakfast in a bowl with milk, no sugar needed. Mind you, the sweetenin's already there. Your partner back with the Corn Pops yet? Good. Ask him for a handful. Now how's that for a treat? Ever taste anything as downright good as Kellogg's Corn Pops? Now tomorrow, sure, you'll want to saddle up and ride for the store. Load up on Kellogg's Corn Pops so you'll have plenty around for breakfast and snacks. Now listen to this little saying I always use. Kids love Pops, moms love Pops, and Pops love Pops. Now let's sit back and see what all the shooting'.

[Narrator]

Now here are Wild Bill Hickok and his pal Jingles as they ride into the railroad construction camp. Center of the war between the railroad and the ranchers.

[Andy Devine]

Men are working awful late.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

They'll keep at it till dark.

[Andy Devine]

Hey, did you notice they're all wearing guns?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yeah, just in case the ranchers come. Call them. Let's cross the tracks here.

[Andy Devine]

Go on boy. Go on. Now there ain't nothing gonna hurt you. Just deal. Get on. Holy jumpin wash Hoppers off the track.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Bill, that engine isn't moving. Jingles.

[Andy Devine]

Whoa. Settle down you hammer headed crow bait. Now whoa. Whoa. Now what's that whistling about?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Think we better have a look in the engine cab and find out.

[Andy Devine]

Come on. Come on boy.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Get over there boy. Come on now. Easy.

[Jerry Johnson]

Hi there, mister.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well hello there, sonny. I didn't know they grew engineers your size.

[Jerry Johnson]

I'm growed up. I'm 10 years old.

[Andy Devine]

So was you causing all that ruckus. Well don't blow it again now.

[Jerry Johnson]

I'm Jerry Johnson. My dad's the foreman of the railroad crew.

[Andy Devine]

Uh huh. Him and us had an interesting meeting this afternoon.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, hello.

[Andy Devine]

Well, Evening to you, Mr. Johnson.

[Ed Johnson]

Evening, Jingles. Mr. Hickey. Hi, Jerry. This is Jingles and Wild Bill Hickey.

[Jerry Johnson]

Wild Bill.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Geez, we've been getting acquainted.

[Andy Devine]

Easy, boy, easy.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Mr. Johnson, we had a talk with Mayor Fogarty in town. He didn't paint a pretty picture.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, it ain't pretty. I wish there's more I could tell you than that. My crew didn't come out here to start trouble. Now why should they?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, just the same, people are getting killed and you're getting blamed.

[Ed Johnson]

I'd take the blame for any negligence, but there's been none. Call them accidents if you will, but there's something going on out here that none of us can understand.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You think somebody else is behind this then?

[Ed Johnson]

Well, there's no use saying something I don't know.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, the families of the men might help. We'll be in town, Mr. Johnson, in case you need us.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, I can tell you this, Mr. Hickok. If the ranchers come fighting, we'll fight back. I'm here to see that this railroad goes through and on schedule.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Good luck to you. See you later, Jerry.

[Andy Devine]

So long, Jerry. Now you go easy on that whistle.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Goodbye, Wild Bill.

[Jerry Johnson]

Goodbye, Jingles.

[Andy Devine]

Hi, guys.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, Jingles, we didn't learn anything there.

[Andy Devine]

No. And what's more, I'm downright disappointed.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Why?

[Andy Devine]

Well, didn't you smell that cook shack back there? Johnson could have at least invited us for supper.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Maybe you'd rather have supper with that rancher, Sam Cox.

[Andy Devine]

On your life. Cox has got a face like a mountain goat. And once more, I don't like it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

White Jingles, there's a horse coming. Yeah, over here.

[Guy Madison]

There's trouble coming.

[Andy Devine]

What kind of trouble?

[Ed Johnson]

Bunch of ranchers are gunning for the railroad.

[Andy Devine]

Hello.

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[Guy Madison]

Crew working at Stony Pass. He'll be there any minute. Up the track about three miles.

[Andy Devine]

The crew ain't got a chance, Funk. You ought to know. Well, come on, then.

[Guy Madison]

Not me.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Forget them, Jingles. Get your guns free and come on.

[Andy Devine]

Hey.

[Nicole Fire]

Help.

[Andy Devine]

Hey. Hey, Stretch, you hammerhead. Stretch. Bill, There ain't nobody around here. Not even a crew.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Jingles.

[Andy Devine]

Pull up.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Whoa, boy.

[Guy Madison]

Whoa.

[Andy Devine]

Whoa. Whoa. Whoa. Whoa. What do you make of it?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, I'm not sure either. The crew's gone.

[Andy Devine]

Look out. Bushwhacker. Jingles. Hit the dirt.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Spook the horses.

[Andy Devine]

Hey. Hey.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Behind this. Rod.

[Andy Devine]

Jingle Bill, that got sheared. Rider back there was nothing but a decoy. It's a trap.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Keep down.

[Andy Devine]

Staying go for it. Here ain't helping.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

There's one that won't give us any more trouble.

[Andy Devine]

Let's give him a darker and a stack of black cats. How can you see?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Rifle shots up there.

[Andy Devine]

Help. Well, if I get a beat on them dried gulchin hoothouse there won't be any more flashes.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Wait. Listen.

[Andy Devine]

Horses. They're riding off.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We might as well round up our horses.

[Andy Devine]

Ain't we going after him, Bill?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

No, it's too dark. Besides, we've got a lot to learn.

[Andy Devine]

Well, ain't that the truth.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You know, Mayor Fogarty told us the last man killed was Matt Parker. Let's look up the Parker spread and have a visit with Mo Parker.

[Jerry Johnson]

Well, there ain't much I can tell. Matt was moving some cattle away from the railroad land, and the blast got him. Of course, them railroad varmints said it wasn't their fault.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's what we're here to find out.

[Andy Devine]

Well, what are you gonna do now, Ma?

[Jerry Johnson]

Well, Mr. Cox has offered to buy the ranch. Price ain't much.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You're thinking of selling to Sam Cox?

[Jerry Johnson]

Might as well. Oh, he's such a kind man. Helping all the folks that's in trouble.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Then he's buying the other ranches too?

[Jerry Johnson]

Yes, from the families. The men that was killed. He offered what cash he had. They'll sure be needing it.

[Andy Devine]

But with the railroad, this land will be worth plenty. Ma.

[Jerry Johnson]

With them intruders, sneaking, marauding and killing.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Looks like Sam Cox doesn't mind living with it. We're sorry to have bothered you, Ma.

[Jerry Johnson]

Oh, no mind. Ordinarily, I'd cook you up some vittles, but I got my heart for it now.

[Andy Devine]

Vittles? You would.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Forget it, Jingles. Oh, we understand, Ma.

[Andy Devine]

Bill. Bill. Somebody's at the window.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Why, it's Johnson's boy. Jerry.

[Jerry Johnson]

Wild Bill. I've been looking all over for you.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Jerry, what are you doing here?

[Jerry Johnson]

Dad said I might find you at one of the ranches. He didn't dare come around, the way folks feel.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

What is it, Jerry?

[Jerry Johnson]

Somebody stole a whole lot of boxes of blasting powder from the railroad storehouse. Blasting powder? Now, who'd have done that?

[Andy Devine]

That's what I want to know and why.

[Jerry Johnson]

Dad thought you ought to know. I came soon as I could.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You did right, Jerry. I wouldn't be a bit surprised if that potter turned up real soon.

[Guy Madison]

Cory Cox, shove the Potter boxes up under the building. All of it.

[Sam Cox]

I'll forget you're the mayor and give me a hand.

[Ma Parker]

Shut up.

[Guy Madison]

I'm the boss and I'll settle Hickok for good.

[Sam Cox]

I wondered why you gave Hickok this place for an office, Fogarty.

[Guy Madison]

Get moving, will you?

[Sam Cox]

All right. One of the powder boxes busted open when we dumped it here.

[Guy Madison]

Get a hold of it. Drag it out of sight. Uncoil a fuse, set it good.

[Sam Cox]

When all that stuff goes off, there won't be nothing left of them cocks.

[Guy Madison]

Hickok and Jingle just rode up out front.

[Ma Parker]

Fuse is set.

[Sam Cox]

All it takes is a match.

[Ma Parker]

There. Now, come on, let's get out of here.

[Andy Devine]

I knew it, Bill. I knew that Sam Cox was behind it all the time.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You did, Jingles.

[Andy Devine]

It's nothing but a land grab. And if you're asking me, which you generally.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It's one thing to suspect Cox and another to prove his guilt. Get your boots off and let's get some shut eye while we can.

[Andy Devine]

All right, all right. Just soon as I get some air in this forsaken place the mayor calls an office.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Careful, Jingles. An open window's a good target.

[Andy Devine]

Hey. Hey. Seems I smell something burning.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Potter smoke. And there's a fuse along the outside of the building. We're set to go up.

[Andy Devine]

Holy jumping horn flogs. Let's get out of here.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Wait, Jingles. Not yet.

[Andy Devine]

What? Bill, but that fuse is going fast. Somebody wants us dead.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

All right, let them have us. Dead.

[Andy Devine]

Bill, are you. I'm local.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hold it, I said.

[Andy Devine]

But it's going off any second now.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Jingles, let's go.

[Ma Parker]

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[Narrator]

Now, let's get back to Wild Bill Hickok and Jingles.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Get back in the brush where we can watch Jingles. We're lucky the moon's out.

[Andy Devine]

My ears are still ringing from that blast back in town. You know, we didn't make it out of that office a second too soon.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Now, we'll just wait for their next move.

[Andy Devine]

But why here? I declare, Bill, you don't tell me nothing.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Then I'll show you. Look down the hill coming up from town.

[Andy Devine]

Merciful catbirds. A mob coming this way. Hey, they're heading for the railroad camp.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It stood to reason they'd have it out tonight.

[Andy Devine]

Look. Coming down the hill with the railroaders. All of them. Oh, I want to be in between them. Those two outfits get together, I swear.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, that's where we're gonna be.

[Andy Devine]

Well, what?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

The only way to stop this war is to ride between them.

[Andy Devine]

But that can get awful danger.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Some fool pulled the trigger. Let's go.

[Andy Devine]

Up, boy. Hey. Hey, where are we going?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Right between, Mildred.

[Andy Devine]

Bullets lying around in there.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We'll try to stop him.

[Andy Devine]

Stopping bullets ain't healthy like a fire. You're shooting at the United States government. Now, stop it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hold on now, all of you.

[Andy Devine]

Yeah, you better do what Wild Bill says.

[Sam Cox]

It's Hickok.

[Ed Johnson]

Mr. Hickok, we. We heard you was dead.

[Andy Devine]

Wild Bill Hickok, Ma, you here, too?

[Jerry Johnson]

But we thought you was dead. That Johnson blew you up.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Who told you that?

[Jerry Johnson]

By Mr. Cox and the mayor that saw it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Did they? Well, either I'm dead or they're lying. It was Johnson who told me about the stolen potter.

[Guy Madison]

You're calling me a liar? Now, look here, Hickok.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It was a blast, all right. And Jingles and I were supposed to be in it. What's more, we know who said it.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, who?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hiccup Sam Cox and Mayor Fogarty.

[Sam Cox]

Why, you gun toten lobo. You can't prove that.

[Guy Madison]

Of course they can't. We haven't even been near any blasting powder.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

No, Fogarty. Let's have a close look at your fingernails.

[Guy Madison]

What do you mean?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Or better yet, hold your hands out here. We'll touch a match to them and see if that black stuff under your nails doesn't explode like blasting powder.

[Ed Johnson]

Better show your hands, both of you.

[Guy Madison]

Why, I. I won't stand for this.

[Andy Devine]

Well, here's a match. Bill Fogarty first.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, Mayor, the match is waiting.

[Guy Madison]

No, no, no, no. It was. It was Cox's idea, the whole thing.

[Sam Cox]

Oh, he's lying. It was Fogarty's.

[Guy Madison]

No, no. Cox knocked the ranchers out, placed them under the falling rocks to make it look like the railroad crew did it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Go on, Mayor. Now tell us why.

[Andy Devine]

Freeze, Mr. Cox. You ain't going nowhere.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Tell him the match is still burning.

[Guy Madison]

Cox did it so we. So he could buy up all the land cheap.

[Sam Cox]

You double crossings.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Pull them apart.

[Andy Devine]

They're all through. I say they're all through.

[Ed Johnson]

They'll be hanging from a cottonwood 4. Morning.

[Andy Devine]

Get a couple row.

[Jerry Johnson]

Now, now, just a minute. Just a minute. It's about time a woman had her say. Now, ain't you ashamed of yourselves? Ain't you learned your lesson the same as I have? Ain't Wild Bill Hickok taught you that mob action ain't the way you tell them, Ma. Now, you let the law take care of Cox and the mayor. And then we'll elect ourselves a honest, decent mayor.

[Ed Johnson]

Ma's talking a lot of sense.

[Sam Cox]

Yeah, let's forget Ma.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You said it a lot better than I could have. Thanks.

[Jerry Johnson]

Well, we've got you to thank, Mr. Hickok for everything. Say, Ma, as long as I'm spokesman for the Valley, it's time we apologize to you, Mr. Johnson.

[Ed Johnson]

Well, coming from you, Ms. Parker, that sounds mighty good, Ma.

[Jerry Johnson]

As a matter of fact, everyone's going to chip in and see to it that the railroad goes through on schedule.

[Andy Devine]

Ma.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Now, what's on your mind, Jingles?

[Andy Devine]

Well, well, Ma, I recollect you saying something about cooking up a mess of vittles and. Well, I sure am hungry.

[Jerry Johnson]

Then come along. I'll cook you a supper. You won't forget the rest of your born day. You do, Mr. Hickok.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We'll take you up on that, Mrs. Parker. Just as soon as Jingles and I put these two men where they belong.

[Andy Devine]

And he don't mean where they feed them fried chicken.

[Narrator]

And now, here are the stars of Wild Bill Hickok. Guy Madison and Andy Devine.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

I hope you enjoyed our Wild Bill adventure today. And that you'll be with us when we come around again next week. We've got a humdinger of a story, haven't we, Andy?

[Andy Devine]

Have we? I'm getting plum jittery just thinking about these fellows that we meet up with.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Meanwhile, Andy and I also hope you'll remember to get Kellogg's Corn Pops, right?

[Andy Devine]

It's the great new cereal with the sweetening already on it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You bet it is. Andy and I think Corn Pops are great. So long.

[Andy Devine]

See you next week.

[Narrator]

Yes, sir. Be sure to listen. Next week, this same time, same station, when Kellogg's Corn Pops again bring you Wild Bill Hickok. Starring Guy Matheson and Andy Devine, in person. Directed by Paul Pierce. Music by Dick Orant. This is a David Heyer production. This is Charlie Lyon reminding you. Kids love Pop Pops. Moms love Pops. Pops love Pops. Kellogg's Corn Pop.

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