Wild Bill Hickok 52-12-31 The Dead Of Winter

Summary

Podcast Summary: Wild Bill Hickok 52-12-31 The Dead Of Winter

Podcast Information:

• Title: Wild Bill Hickok 52-12-31 The Dead Of Winter
• Release Date: June 18, 2025
• Host/Author: Harold's Old Time Radio
• Description: This episode transports listeners to the Golden Age of Radio, capturing the essence of pre-television entertainment where families gathered around the radio to enjoy captivating shows like The Shadow, Abbott & Costello, Amos & Andy, and Dragnet. Featuring the iconic character Wild Bill Hickok, portrayed by Guy Madison, and his trusty deputy Jingles, voiced by Andy Devine.

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1. Introduction to the Story

The episode titled "The Dead Of Winter" unfolds in the rustic town of Thompson Corners during the winter of 1975. As the community prepares for the annual New Year's Eve celebration, tensions simmer beneath the surface, setting the stage for an adventure filled with rivalry, mystery, and heroism.

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2. Main Characters

• Wild Bill Hickok (Guy Madison): The revered U.S. Marshal known for his bravery and keen sense of justice.
• Jingles (Andy Devine): Wild Bill's affable and humorous deputy, always ready to provide comic relief.
• Violet Cudley (Mary Lansing): A beloved figure in Thompson Corners, attracting suitors' attention.
• Krusty Colton (Clayton Post): One of the town's largest cattlemen, facing threats to his herd.
• Ted Brewer (Frank Gerstel): The rival cattleman vying for Violet's affection and Krusty's business.
• Curly Drake (Ken Christie): Krusty's foreman, pivotal in unraveling the mystery behind the cattle troubles.

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3. Plot Overview

A. Arrival and Festivities [02:51 - 04:22]

As New Year's Eve approaches, Wild Bill Hickok and his deputy Jingles arrive in Thompson Corners, just in time for the grand dance at the Trail Rest Hotel. The camaraderie between Bill and Jingles is evident as they prepare for the evening:

• Jingles: "Look out, ladies, here I come." [03:42]

Their entrance is met with excitement, particularly from Violet Cudley, who requests a dance with Jingles:

• Violet Cudley: "I want the first dance with you." [04:11]

B. Rising Tensions [04:22 - 09:25]

The celebration takes a sour turn when Ted Brewer confronts Krusty Colton over Violet's affections:

• Ted Brewer: "Trust me, you old gopher." [04:57]

The dispute escalates, leading to a physical altercation where Brewer threatens violence:

• Ted Brewer: "I'm going to stretch your ears out and tie him in a knot." [05:20]

Meanwhile, a disturbing incident occurs outside as Curly Drake is found injured with a gunshot wound:

• Curly Drake: "He got kettle. Kill Crusty." [05:30]

Bill and Jingles take charge, discovering that Krusty's cattle are under attack, likely orchestrated by unknown assailants intent on ruining Krusty’s operations.

C. The Investigation [09:25 - 15:35]

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Bill and Jingles pledge to assist Krusty Colton in safeguarding his cattle:

• Jingles: "When we get through with them night crawling varmints they'll be making enough New Year's resolution to last them a lifetime." [09:34]

They embark on a mission to track down the perpetrators, facing harsh winter conditions and the peril of drifting cattle. Their efforts reveal eerie signs of sabotage, including frozen lakes utilized by the antagonists to trap and eliminate cattle.

In their pursuit, they enlist the reluctant aid of Ted Brewer after demonstrating the importance of unity in the face of adversity:

• Guy Madison (Bill): "When a man's herd's in danger, it's up to everybody to help him save it." [10:10]

D. Confrontation and Resolution [15:35 - 22:47]

The investigation leads Bill and Jingles to a suspicious cabin, where they uncover evidence pointing to Ted Brewer's involvement in the cattle attacks. A climactic showdown ensues:

• Guy Madison (Bill): "Because he was a big cattle man too, Jingles. Krusty's cattle weren't stolen. So it had to be somebody who just wanted Krusty ruined but didn't need the cattle." [21:21]

In the heat of the confrontation, Brewer's true intentions are exposed, leading to his downfall. The community recognizes Bill and Jingles' heroism, honoring them with an additional celebration.

E. Conclusion and Farewell [22:47 - 27:19]

With the threat neutralized, Wild Bill Hickok and Jingles prepare to depart Thompson Corners, leaving behind a grateful town and a safe herd:

• Guy Madison (Bill): "With Krusty Colton's herd under control and Curly busy getting the rest of the cows on their feet, Wild Bill, Hickok and Jingles leave Krusty and Ted Brewer to watch the herd and ride off in search of the mysterious cause of all the trouble." [17:40]

They bid farewell amidst well-wishes and anticipation for future adventures:

• Jingles: "From all of us to all of you, a happy, happy New Year. See you later." [23:07]

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4. Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Jingles on Party Preparations [02:40]:

  "You say this is gonna be a right fancy wing Ding Bill?" [02:40]

• Bill's Encouragement [05:36]:

  "Then I reckon I'll have to make it my business." [05:36]

• Jingles on Teamwork [09:34]:

  "When we get through with them night crawling varmints they'll be making enough New Year's resolution to last them a lifetime." [09:34]

• Bill's Strategy [12:13]:

  "You got it, Mr. Colton." [09:25]

• Climactic Confrontation [21:21]:

  "Because he was a big cattle man too, Jingles. Krusty's cattle weren't stolen. So it had to be somebody who just wanted Krusty ruined but didn't need the cattle." [21:21]

• Jingles' Farewell [23:07]:

  "From all of us to all of you, a happy, happy New Year. See you later." [23:07]

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5. Themes and Insights

• Community and Unity: The episode underscores the importance of collective effort in overcoming challenges. Despite personal rivalries, characters come together for a greater good.

• Justice and Integrity: Wild Bill Hickok embodies the archetype of the righteous lawman who stands against wrongdoing, highlighting themes of integrity and moral responsibility.

• Courage in Adversity: The characters demonstrate bravery in the face of danger, navigating harsh winter conditions and confronting malevolent forces threatening their livelihoods.

• Humor and Camaraderie: Jingles provides comic relief, balancing the tense moments with lighthearted banter, reflecting the enduring spirit of old-time radio camaraderie.

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6. Conclusion

"Wild Bill Hickok 52-12-31 The Dead Of Winter" is a quintessential old-time radio adventure that blends drama, action, and humor. Through engaging storytelling and memorable characters, Harold's Old Time Radio transports listeners to a bygone era, celebrating the enduring appeal of radio dramas. This episode not only entertains but also imparts valuable lessons on community spirit and moral fortitude.

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Transcript

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[Ted Brewer]

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[Wild Bill Hickok]

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[Curly Drake]

Hicka.

[Jingles]

Hi you folks hold on to your hats and pass those Kellogg Sugar Pops. Cause here comes Guy Madison as Wild Bill Hickok and his pal Jingles. Which is me, Andy Devine. We got another Rootin tootin Wild Bill Hickok adventure story for you from the cereal you can eat out of the bowl or out of the box. The cereal with the sweetening already on it. Kellogg's Sugar Pop.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Today Kellogg's Sugar Pops, the cereal with the sweetening already on it brings you Wild Bill Hickok transcribed in Hollywood and starring Guy Madison as Wild Bill and Andy Devine as his pal jingles. In just 30 seconds you'll hear the exciting story the dead of Winter Wranglers. You know times are changing. Used to be when you wanted an after school or before bedtime snack, you rated the icebox. Now when anybody's hankering for a tasty between meal snack, they're likely to head right for that package of Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops on the kitchen shelf. Kellogg's Sugar Pop shoes sure make a swell snack right out of the box. Or enjoy em for breakfast with just a little milk or cream. You don't need sugar cause the sweetenin's already on em. Have mom get a package of Kellogg's Sugar Pops next time she shops. New Year's Eve at the little sagebrush town of Thompson Corners always call for a big celebration. From miles around, the ranchers and their calico covered wives, the cowhands and their chosen girls fought their way over snow covered roads to the big dance at community Hall. In the winter of 75, United States Marshal Wild Bill Hickok and his fun loving deputy Jingles got to town just in time to be invited at the Trail Rest Hotel. They were getting all spruced up for the party.

[Jingles]

You say this is gonna be a right fancy wing Ding Bill?

[Guy Madison]

It should be Jingles. Thompson Corner goes all out New Year's Eve.

[Jingles]

Well it'll sure be a treat to have some fun Instead of all the trouble we've been having.

[Guy Madison]

You're right there, partner.

[Jingles]

Ow.

[Guy Madison]

What's the matter?

[Jingles]

Oh, Bill, help.

[Guy Madison]

Hold it, Jingles.

[Jingles]

Bill. Bill. Now, hand me that towel, quick. I got soap in my eyes.

[Guy Madison]

Here you are.

[Jingles]

Thank you.

[Guy Madison]

Seems to me you'd have learned how to wash your face by now.

[Jingles]

Well, it'll be all right if I didn't have to use soap. Surest things.

[Guy Madison]

Well, you gotta look right for the party.

[Jingles]

Hey, now, don't you worry about that. I'm gonna be decked out like a dude going to courtin. Look at the new pink silk shirt I got down at the general store.

[Guy Madison]

Don't figure that's a little flashy, do you, partner?

[Jingles]

Flashy? Well, now, I don't reckon so. It's a good, deep shade of pink.

[Guy Madison]

Looks more like red to me. Better keep out of the pastures around here. That shirt will draw more bulls. And a fall around them.

[Jingles]

Oh, now who's afraid of bulls? How do I look?

[Guy Madison]

Like sunset on a summer evening. Come on, let's get down to the party.

[Jingles]

Look out, ladies, here I come.

[Guy Madison]

Well, Jingles, here we are. How do you like?

[Jingles]

Like it? Oh, man, look at all the pretty girls. Stand back, boys, and give me room.

[Guy Madison]

Easy does it, partner. Uh oh. Looks like you're about to be took.

[Violet Cudley]

Wild Bill Hickok. And you must be Jingles.

[Jingles]

Yes, ma' am.

[Violet Cudley]

I'm Violet Cudley. We all heard you were coming to the party. And now that you're here, Jingles, I want the first dance with you.

[Jingles]

Oh, well, now, miss, I ain't much of a dancer.

[Guy Madison]

Good luck, Jingles.

[Jingles]

Oh, Bill, don't leave me now.

[Krusty Colton]

Where you been? I've been looking for you. To claim this dance with you.

[Violet Cudley]

Well, it'll have to be the next one, Crusty. I'm dancing this one with Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

Who?

[Violet Cudley]

Oh, that's right. You don't know these gentlemen. Krusty Colton. Shake hands with U.S. marshal Wild Bill Hickok.

[Krusty Colton]

Wild Bill Hickok.

[Guy Madison]

Howdy, Colton.

[Jingles]

And Jingles is deputy. That's me. Howdy.

[Krusty Colton]

Well, gents, this is a real pleasure.

[Violet Cudley]

Mr. Colton's one of the two biggest cattlemen in these parts.

[Jingles]

Well, who's the other one?

[Violet Cudley]

Ted Brewer. Oh, here he comes now.

[Krusty Colton]

That low down varmint is always trying to steal Violet away from me.

[Ted Brewer]

Trust me, you old gopher. I thought I told you to keep away from Violet. She's my gal.

[Violet Cudley]

Well, I ought to have something to say about that.

[Krusty Colton]

I have. I got plenty to say about it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Brewer.

[Krusty Colton]

Violet's Gonna marry me, Jingles, it looks.

[Guy Madison]

Like we better mosey on.

[Jingles]

Yeah, Bill, I ain't looking to break.

[Violet Cudley]

Up no romance on a. Ted. You quit your picking it, Crusty. Stop a minute and meet Wild Bill Hickok and Jingles, his deputy.

[Guy Madison]

Howdy, Brewer.

[Jingles]

Yeah, howdy.

[Ted Brewer]

Howdy, gents. Come on, Violet. I met him.

[Krusty Colton]

Get away from her, Brewer.

[Ted Brewer]

Oh, come on, Colton. Get out of my way.

[Jingles]

Why, you.

[Ted Brewer]

You can't shove me around easy. I've told you before, Colton. Now, you darn little barn rat. I'm going to stretch your ears out and tie him in a knot with.

[Curly Drake]

Oh, stop him, mister.

[Jingles]

He got kettle. Kill Crusty.

[Guy Madison]

All right, Brewer, back off. That's enough.

[Ted Brewer]

You keep out of this, Hickok. None of your business.

[Guy Madison]

Then I reckon I'll have to make it my business.

[Violet Cudley]

Outside a shot.

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, I heard it, partner.

[Krusty Colton]

Here. Some of the boys raising cane for New Year's Eve.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, if that was cowboys harang the town, there'd be more shots. One sounds like trouble. Let's go.

[Violet Cudley]

It's so dark out here.

[Guy Madison]

Hey, wait a minute. Over there. See him?

[Violet Cudley]

A man. He's fallen in the snow.

[Jingles]

Must be hurt, Bill. Lying awful still.

[Ted Brewer]

Got a gun in his hand.

[Guy Madison]

Hey, Jingles, help me turn him over. Easy now.

[Violet Cudley]

Kirsty, look. That's your foreman. Curly Drake.

[Narrator]

Wranglers. If you've ever tried some Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops, you know how swell tasting they are. That you find out with your first spoonful or first handful. And it doesn't take long for you to find out how popular they are with the whole family. That you'll know when you see how fast that package of Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops disappears. Yes, sir. Moms love Pops. Kids love Pops. Pops love Pops. But you know, moms like to know how good things are for you as well as how good they taste. So be sure to tell your mom this. Every average bowl full of Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops supplies the full minimum daily adult requirements of that important vitamin that sunshine. Vitamin Vitamin D. So enjoy your Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops, often as a cereal or as a snack. Know that you're getting your vitamin D, too. Have mom look for the packages with the pictures of Guy Madison and Andy Devine on the front.

[Jingles]

Yippee.

[Violet Cudley]

Sugar Pops.

[Andy Devine]

They're sugar coated. Tastes sweet. Just pour on some milk.

[Jingles]

Boy, they're neat.

[Andy Devine]

Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops, Sugar Pops, our tops. Now, Sugar Pops, you know our sweets.

[Violet Cudley]

But cowboys know there's an extra treat.

[Andy Devine]

Right out of the box Take a handful Out. Pop them into your mouth as you run about. Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops. Sugar pops are tops.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

While Bill Hickok and Jingles, attending the New Year's dance at Thompson Corners were involved in a lover's quarrel between Miss Violet Cudley and her two suitors, Crusty Colton and Ted Brewer. Then a thundering shot from outside sent them running out to find Curly Drake, Krusty's foreman face down in the snow with a bullet hole in his shoulder.

[Guy Madison]

On that card, Jingles. Easy with him now beginning to come around. Tear open that shirt, Jingles.

[Krusty Colton]

Who could have shot him? Must be trouble with my herd.

[Guy Madison]

Crusty, you say you're a foreman?

[Krusty Colton]

That's right. Foreman of my winter range up in Porcupine Valley about 10 miles northeast of here.

[Curly Drake]

Oh, Crusty. Crusty. You got trouble, boss.

[Krusty Colton]

What happened, Curly? Who shot you?

[Curly Drake]

It started two days ago. Three of my outriders disappeared. Red, Shorty and Pete. And Rusty was shot dead.

[Guy Madison]

Yeah.

[Curly Drake]

And the next night. Last night, they came after me. Got me in an ambush, run off my horse and left me for dead too.

[Krusty Colton]

Who were they, Curly? Did you see them?

[Curly Drake]

No, boss. They struck at night. Couldn't see hiding a hair of them. Just shatters. But they're out to get you, sure. And if them cattle get thirsty, you won't have a steer left by tomorrow night.

[Jingles]

Well, what's getting thirsty got to do with it?

[Krusty Colton]

They'll start to drift.

[Guy Madison]

You got a frozen lake near your winter range, Crusty?

[Krusty Colton]

Yeah, right at the bottom of the valley. Them critters head down there for a drink. They'll walk right out onto the ice.

[Guy Madison]

Then when the herds wait, breaks the ice. He'll fall through and drown.

[Krusty Colton]

Nothing can stop them when cattle start to drift. Either running from a storm or hunting water or food. Nothing short of killing will stop them.

[Jingles]

Mister, you have got trouble.

[Violet Cudley]

Oh, Crusty, can't you do anything?

[Krusty Colton]

If I don't, I'll be wiped out. I gotta have help and plenty of it.

[Guy Madison]

You've got it, Mr. Colton.

[Jingles]

Oh, now, let's think this over, Bill. It's awful cold out there.

[Krusty Colton]

You mean you'll help me, Hickok?

[Guy Madison]

We sure will, Krusty. Nightcrawling varmints that go shooting honest men are asking for trouble.

[Jingles]

You said it, Bill. When we get through with them night crawling varmints they'll be making enough New Year's resolution to last them a lifetime. Yes, sir. Re Bob. Sir. All right, Bill. I guess we're all ready to go.

[Guy Madison]

Wait a minute, Jingles.

[Ted Brewer]

Hey, Brewer. Yeah? Hey, Gun. What you want with me?

[Guy Madison]

I don't think we've got enough men here. Brewer, I want you to go round up some of your men from your ranch.

[Ted Brewer]

What? I can't spare any men to help that weasel Colton.

[Jingles]

Why, you low down roadrunner. I've got a mind.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, that jingles were. When a man's herd's in danger, it's up to everybody to help him save it.

[Jingles]

And if you don't help Crusty, we might just figure you had something to do with all this trouble, see?

[Ted Brewer]

All right, Hickok, I. Well, I guess you're right at that. I might be needing some help myself one of these days. But I ain't through with Colton. And Violet's gonna marry me yet.

[Guy Madison]

All right, men, let's ride. We've got a rough job ahead of us. Hi, Buckshot Jack.

[Jingles]

Joker, you heard what Bill said. Bill, this is the longest 10 miles I ever rode.

[Guy Madison]

Stay with it, partner. It's getting daylight over in the east.

[Jingles]

Yeah, but it's getting colder too.

[Guy Madison]

That means more danger to Crusty's cattle.

[Jingles]

How much food farther, Crusty?

[Krusty Colton]

We top that rise, we can see down into valley.

[Guy Madison]

Looks like everybody's ready to give us a welcome.

[Jingles]

Yeah. The cattle ain't the only ones in danger. Right. Out, men.

[Guy Madison]

Go after him. Shooting.

[Jingles]

Doggone, those bushwhackers. They sure give us the slip. Clean as a scalded hog.

[Krusty Colton]

And we still didn't get a look at them.

[Guy Madison]

We better forget them for now. From what I see down in the valley, it looks like we've all got work cut out for us.

[Krusty Colton]

It's worse than I thought. Hickok. Look at them. Must be a third of them cows already lying down in the snow.

[Guy Madison]

Only one thing to do. Curly.

[Ted Brewer]

Yeah, Mr. Hickok.

[Guy Madison]

How you making it?

[Curly Drake]

I'm doing okay.

[Ted Brewer]

Good.

[Guy Madison]

You take half the men, hang up those cows. Get them all off their feet before they freeze.

[Jingles]

What are we gonna do, Bill?

[Guy Madison]

Start running up the main herd and running them to shelter. This wind gets them, they'll start to drift.

[Krusty Colton]

Bill, look. Maybe too late.

[Guy Madison]

Where?

[Jingles]

Krusty, what do you see?

[Krusty Colton]

That's the main herd at the lower end of the valley. They already started to drift. Yeah, and they're headed for the lake. They'll never stop. The last one of them's drowned.

[Guy Madison]

Don't give up yet, Crusty. Maybe we can turn them.

[Jingles]

Turn them? Turn a drift and herd. Bill, you're crazy. No man alive's ever been able to do that. And many a dead one's tried It.

[Guy Madison]

Well, we'll give it one more try, partner. There's gonna be a first time.

[Ted Brewer]

Hi, Buckso.

[Jingles]

Hi. Jump Yogurt. Bill's got a logo, but we gotta stay with him.

[Guy Madison]

Ha ha ha.

[Narrator]

All right.

[Jingles]

Pull up here.

[Krusty Colton]

Oh, boy. Bill, you ain't gonna try and turn them cows?

[Jingles]

Billy, you can't do it. That lead steer's as big as an elephant. Meaner and sin. Why, he'll kill anything that gets in his way.

[Guy Madison]

We'll see about that. Jingles, you and the rest of the men be ready. If I can turn that big stir, we can drive the herd up in the shoulder of those trees.

[Krusty Colton]

It's too big a chance, Bill. I can't let you do it.

[Guy Madison]

Well, you can't stop me from trying, Crusty. Hey, wait a minute. I got an idea. Jingles, that's a mighty fine red shirt you got under your coat.

[Jingles]

Yes, sir, it's real pretty, ain't it?

[Guy Madison]

And it's a real red, too.

[Jingles]

Yep. Now what are you getting at, Bill Hickok?

[Guy Madison]

Take it off, Jingles.

[Jingles]

Take it off on our Bill. It's brand new.

[Guy Madison]

That big steer might just go for that red shirt. Hurry it up, Jingles. That's it.

[Jingles]

No jumping icebergs. Bill, I'm freezing.

[Guy Madison]

Here, give it to me. Thanks. Now put your coat back on.

[Krusty Colton]

Bill, you're loco.

[Guy Madison]

Maybe, Crusty. You just be ready. Come on, Buckshot. Hi.

[Jingles]

Hi. Jerk. Joker. Ho ho.

[Guy Madison]

Stay out of the way. Jingles. Now you turn, devil. One of us has got to change his mind.

[Ted Brewer]

Bill, come back here.

[Jingles]

Hi. Hi. Yah. Get over there and head for the hills.

[Ted Brewer]

You stubborn critter.

[Jingles]

Come back, Bill. You'll never do it.

[Narrator]

That's it.

[Ted Brewer]

That's.

[Jingles]

Get back.

[Guy Madison]

How do you like this red shirt?

[Jingles]

Come on.

[Guy Madison]

Come on.

[Jingles]

Come and get me. Bill, he's turning. He's following you. All right, Nicos, get after him.

[Guy Madison]

Give him all you got, everybody.

[Jingles]

Come on. Come on, man. Let's drive that hay. Shelby. Well, you did it, Bill. That critter sure did ruin my pretty pink shirt.

[Krusty Colton]

I never saw the beat. I wouldn't have give a plug nickel for your life. When you tackle that loco steer, you.

[Guy Madison]

Got to be lucky once in a while, Crusty.

[Jingles]

Oh, here comes Curly. Wonder what's up.

[Guy Madison]

How you coming, Curly?

[Jingles]

Whoa.

[Krusty Colton]

Whoa. Ruckus Roll.

[Ted Brewer]

We.

[Curly Drake]

We got about half of them, Mr. Hickok, but I can use some more help.

[Krusty Colton]

Looks like you'll get plenty, Curly. Here comes Ted Brewer and a bunch of men.

[Ted Brewer]

Hold up, man.

[Guy Madison]

You got here just in time, Brewer.

[Ted Brewer]

Thought I was a little late. Saw you turned that herd, Hickok. I gotta admit, that's the greatest thing I ever watched.

[Guy Madison]

Well, it's a good thing you brought some men. Curly here needs more help tailing up. Got a lot of cows down and about to freeze.

[Ted Brewer]

All right, boys, go with Curly. I'll be along in a minute.

[Jingles]

Well, Bill, now that the herd's under control, don't you reckon it's time to think about a little unfinished business?

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, Jingles, I reckon it is.

[Krusty Colton]

What's he talking about, Hickok? Unfinished business.

[Guy Madison]

A little matter of who shot Curly and killed Rusty and made three other.

[Jingles]

Outriders of yours disappear.

[Guy Madison]

And who wants your herd to freeze and wipe you out?

[Krusty Colton]

Who it could be beats me.

[Ted Brewer]

You going looking for him, Hickok?

[Krusty Colton]

Yep.

[Guy Madison]

No time like the present.

[Ted Brewer]

Al and Krusty and I'll go along with you.

[Guy Madison]

Sometimes Jingles and I work better alone. Come on, Jingles. Looks like we've got a job picking up a cold trail.

[Jingles]

Cold is right. But if we ever catch up with those murdering warthogs they're gonna figure it's hot enough to be the middle of July.

[Guy Madison]

Then let's go.

[Jingles]

Hi, buckshot junk yoker. This is only the beginning, huh?

[Narrator]

Ready, Charlie?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Ready.

[Jingles]

Okay.

[Narrator]

One, two, three.

[Ted Brewer]

Happy New Year, wranglers.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yes, sir, Wranglers. We won't be seeing you now until 1953. Oh, by the way, Panhandle, what are you gonna be doing tonight to welcome in the new year?

[Narrator]

Well, Charlie, most of us cowpokes plan on sitting around the campfire and singing some songs. And I wouldn't be surprised if some of us have out our boxes of Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops and have a little snack.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Say, that sounds like a mighty good way to start the year. And that's something you wranglers and can join in on. You may not be able to sit around the campfire, but you might have a fireplace. And even if you don't, it's fun just sitting around with your friends munching on Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops. Those golden nuggets of carefully pre sweetened corn sure make swell snacks. And they're swell for breakfast too. So be sure to have mom get a package for the festivities tonight. Have her look for the packages with the pictures of Guy Madison and Andy Devine on the front.

[Andy Devine]

Hippie Sugar Pops they're sugar coated Tastes so sweet Just pour on some milk oh, boy, they're neat Kellogg's Sugar Corn Pops Sugar Pops are tops Now Sugar Pops, you know are Sweets.

[Violet Cudley]

But cowboys know there's an extra treat.

[Andy Devine]

Right out of the box. Take a handful out, Pop em into your mouth as you run about. Kellogg Sugar Corn Pops, Sugar Pops, Heart Pops.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

With Krusty Colton's herd under control and Curly busy getting the rest of the cows on their feet, Wild Bill, Hickok and Jingles leave Krusty and Ted Brewer to watch the herd and ride off in search of the mysterious cause of all the trouble.

[Jingles]

Bill, you act like you knew right where you were going. You got any idea who's behind Krusty's misfortune?

[Guy Madison]

No, Jingles. Or at least I'm not sure. But we gotta start someplace.

[Jingles]

Oh, that's right. But where are we starting?

[Guy Madison]

I figure it this way. If I was the one trying to ruin Krusty Colton's hurt, I'd want to get up high over the valley.

[Jingles]

So you could see what was going on all the time, huh?

[Guy Madison]

So we start looking around high ground, circling the valley.

[Jingles]

Yeah. Hey, Bill. Bill, look. Isn't that a line cabin?

[Guy Madison]

Looks like it.

[Jingles]

Question is, whose is it?

[Guy Madison]

Yeah. Doesn't seem to be anybody there.

[Jingles]

We hope.

[Guy Madison]

No horses, no smoke out of that chimney.

[Jingles]

Want to look it over? Good view of the valley from here.

[Guy Madison]

Yeah. Leave the horses here in the trees.

[Jingles]

Whoa. Whoa, Joker. Horse tracks all around, Bill.

[Guy Madison]

Yeah. Woo. But shut stand, boy. All right, Jingles, let's see what's inside.

[Jingles]

Better have that pair of six irons ready just in case.

[Guy Madison]

Yep, it's a line cabin all right. Been occupied lately too.

[Jingles]

Yeah, sure have. Hey, Bill, look at the gear.

[Guy Madison]

And plenty of food. This might be the end of the trail.

[Jingles]

Enough to feed a roundup. Coffee beans, salt pork, canned tomatoes. Say, Bill, why don't we just stay a spell?

[Guy Madison]

That's just what you're gonna do, partner.

[Jingles]

Me? What are you using me to bait a trap for now, Bill?

[Guy Madison]

A pack of killers? Listen closely and I'll tell you how we're gonna catch em.

[Jingles]

Swing your partner round and round Pockets full of rocks and holding them down Ducks in the river going to the ford Coffee and a little ripe sugar in the gourd.

[Curly Drake]

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

[Jingles]

Here they come. Oh. A little more sauce and a little more gravy. Once in a heaven swing your baby. Well, howdy, gents. Come right in. Coffee's hot and sourdoughs are cooking.

[Curly Drake]

And what are you doing here, mister?

[Jingles]

Me? Well, I just stopped in to take advantage of your hospitality.

[Curly Drake]

Yeah, well, we don't figure you're very welcome, stranger.

[Jingles]

Oh, now, that's no Way to act when I just made a pot of hot java for you. Here, get a cup and I'll pour you some.

[Curly Drake]

Try it, boys. We'll do our own pouring, mister.

[Krusty Colton]

Hey, Foggy, I just remembered. You know what that Jasper is?

[Ted Brewer]

Who, me?

[Curly Drake]

No, never seen him.

[Jingles]

Well, that's good copy.

[Krusty Colton]

That's Jingles, Wild Bill Hickok's deputy marshal.

[Jingles]

Uh.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Oh.

[Curly Drake]

Oh, it is, huh? Well now, that's right interesting.

[Jingles]

Yeah, it is, isn't it?

[Curly Drake]

And what are you doing spying on us, Mr. Jingles?

[Jingles]

Spying? Oh now, I wasn't spying. I was. Yeah, yeah, I was just making coffee.

[Curly Drake]

Let him have it, Mac.

[Krusty Colton]

Right here.

[Curly Drake]

All right, take him outside then, but make it fast.

[Krusty Colton]

Come on, nosy. You and me's going sniping.

[Jingles]

Oh, no, I don't want to go.

[Curly Drake]

Get out there or I'll let you have it right here.

[Ted Brewer]

Hey, what's going on here, Foggy? Who's jingle?

[Jingles]

Oh, howdy, Mr. Brewer.

[Curly Drake]

We didn't know he was here, boss.

[Ted Brewer]

You empty headed, slack jawed saddle bums.

[Jingles]

Have some coffee, Mr. Brewer.

[Ted Brewer]

No, I won't have some coffee.

[Jingles]

I was afraid of that, Foggy.

[Ted Brewer]

Mac, take that big fat elephant out and kill him. Hide the body, bury it in the snow. They can find him in the spring. Go on, shoot him. Shoot him now.

[Curly Drake]

Okay.

[Ted Brewer]

Plus all right.

[Guy Madison]

Hold it. Where you. Yeah, Brewer. I thought you'd show up sooner or later.

[Jingles]

Oh, how'd you know it was him that was after Krusty Bill?

[Guy Madison]

Because he was a big cattle man too, Jingles. Krusty's cattle weren't stolen. So it had to be somebody who just wanted Krusty ruined but didn't need the cattle.

[Ted Brewer]

You'll never get me, Hickok. Junk em back.

[Jingles]

Well, that's just a sample, Brewer. Want to try some?

[Guy Madison]

Get his gun, Jingles. Tried to beat Crusty the easy way, didn't you, Brewer?

[Jingles]

Now the rest of you gents reach for some mistletoe up there. Something tells me you're all going to decorate a tree when the judge gets through with you. Well now this is right fine. But how come you're having another dance tonight?

[Violet Cudley]

Why, Jack Jingles, you're just being modest. You broke up the dance on New Year's Eve chasing out to help Krusty. So we're having this one to do honor to you and Wild Bill Higgins.

[Jingles]

Hey, Bill, did you hear that?

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, Jingles, it's right nice of the folks.

[Krusty Colton]

Nice Nothing we could never do enough to repay you two for helping me with a herd, let alone Running that Coyote, Ted Brewer, to the ground.

[Violet Cudley]

That's right, Bill. Come on, Jingles, you never did dance with me.

[Jingles]

Oh, now. No, man. No, no. And if you'll excuse me, I won't. I figure Krusty's had enough trouble. Trouble with his romance as it is. And, well, now that he's got you hog tied, no competition I don't figure to be a home wrecker. Let's go, Bill.

[Guy Madison]

Okay, Jingles, but haven't you forgotten something?

[Jingles]

Me? Forget? No, sir, Bill. I'm just like an elephant. I never forget a thing. You know, I was just getting ready to say. Well, that is what I was going to. Oh, yeah, I know what I was going to say. Happy New Year, everybody.

[Ted Brewer]

Happy New Year.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

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

[Guy Madison]

Well, it's the end of another year, but we'll be back with you again on Friday.

[Jingles]

You bet we will, Guy. And from all of us to all of you, a happy, happy New Year. See you later.

[Guy Madison]

Meanwhile, Andy and I hope you'll remember to ask mom to get a big package of the cereal with the sweetening already on it.

[Jingles]

Kellogg's Sugar Pops in the bright yellow packages with the picture of Guy and me right on the front. Eat them out of a bowl for breakfast or right out of the box as a snack. Either way, you don't need sugar.

[Guy Madison]

Andy and I think Sugar Pops are great. Huh, Andy?

[Jingles]

You bet we do.

[Guy Madison]

So long, kids.

[Jingles]

See you.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Kellogg's, the greatest name in serials has brought you another exciting story of Wild Bill Hickok starring Guy Madison and Andy Devine in person. Today's cast included Mary Lansing, Clayton Post, Ken Christie, Frank Gerstel and Jack Moyles. Our director is Paul Pierce. Story by Larry Hayes. Music by Dick Arant. This is a David Hyer production, Transcribed in Hollywood now. This is Charlie Lyon speaking for Kellogg's the Greatest Name in Cereal reminding you to listen again on Friday, same time, same station when Kellogg's Rice Krispies presents Wild Bill Hickok in Jingle Sett.

[Guy Madison]

So be with us, William.

[Jingles]

Yes, sir. We got a humdinger too. If it's gun smoke in action you're hankering for, we got it.

[Guy Madison]

Meanwhile, we also hope you remember to get Kellogg's Corn Flakes right.

[Jingles]

It's Canada's favorite, Ready to eat cere.

[Guy Madison]

You bet it is, Andy. And I think Kellogg's Corn Flakes are great. So long.

[Jingles]

See you next time.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yes, sir. Kellogg's, the greatest name in cereals has brought you another exciting story of Wild Bill Hickok, starring Guy Madison and Andy Devine in person. Our director is Paul Pierce. Music by Dick Orion. This is a David Hire production. Transcribed in Hollywood now, this is Charles Lyon speaking for Kellogg's Corn Flakes, Canada's favorite ready to eat cereal. Kellogg's Sugar Pops, the cereal with the sweetener already on it. And Kellogg's Rice Krispies, the world's only talking cereal.

[Ted Brewer]

Get it fresh, fresh start with a fresh, fresh box from kellogg's variety pack.

[Jingles]

10 assorted packages, 10 boxes back to.

[Ted Brewer]

Back are all included in this Kellogg's all star pack.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yes, 10 individual boxes, 10 assorted cereals in every Kellogg's Variety Pack. Get one today.

[Ted Brewer]

Get a fresh, fresh start with a.

[Guy Madison]

Fresh, fresh box from Kellogg's.

[Ted Brewer]

The greatest name in cereals, Kellogg's Variety Pack.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

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

[Guy Madison]

Andy and I will be back again next week with another story, so be sure to be with us, will you?

[Jingles]

Yes, siree. And by golly, if there's any trouble around, you can bet your boots we'll be in it.

[Guy Madison]

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

[Jingles]

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

[Guy Madison]

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

[Jingles]

See you next week.