A Change at Circle-B | The Lone Ranger (11-11-53)

Summary

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Podcast Summary: Old Time Radio Westerns – “A Change at Circle-B” | The Lone Ranger (11-11-53)

Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode Date: June 22, 2026
Featured Drama: The Lone Ranger – “A Change at Circle-B” (original air date: Nov 11, 1953)

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Overview

In this digitally restored episode, host Andrew Rhynes immerses listeners in “A Change at Circle-B,” a classic Lone Ranger radio drama. The episode tells a tale of deception, betrayal, and justice on the Texas frontier. When crooked ranch hands conspire to swindle an Eastern owner, the Lone Ranger and Tonto spring into action to protect the innocent, expose imposters, and uphold the law.

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Key Discussion Points & Story Breakdown

1. Trouble Brews at Circle-B Ranch

[06:01–07:47]

• Race Mooney, manager of Circle-B, is furious after receiving a letter of dismissal. The ranch’s Eastern owner is sending his son, Phil Baron, to take Mooney’s place.
• Mooney and cohort Jack Paris plot to “clean up” before the new manager arrives, revealing Mooney’s ongoing embezzlement.
• Jack Paris suggests impersonating Phil Baron to drain the ranch’s funds, recruiting criminal Flash Ogden to play the part.

Quote

“He fired me… He’s sending his son here to take my place. …I’ve stolen money; when he examines the books… You expect me to give back what you lost to me playing cards? No, Jack.”
—Race Mooney & Jack Paris, [06:22–06:45]

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2. The Ambush: Impersonation Scheme Begins

[07:47–11:29]

• The conspirators arrange to waylay Phil Baron at Arkantex Junction, with Flash Ogden to impersonate him in Centralia.
• At the stage stop, Flash identifies Baron, draws a gun, and forces him into the woods, where he’s knocked unconscious and robbed.
• Mooney and Paris take Baron’s credentials, cash, and letters—evidence needed for Ogden to assume his identity.

Quote

“All right, don’t raise your voice. Do as I say or I’ll use it. …Just keep going to the woods straight ahead.”
—Flash Ogden, [09:02–09:26]

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3. The Murder Attempt and Unexpected Survival

[11:09–12:28]

• As Paris and Ogden rifle through Baron’s belongings, Baron regains consciousness and bolts, only to be shot and fall into a quarry.
• Believing him dead, the crooks continue their plan.

Quote

“He dropped into the quarry. Yeah, but your bullet hit him just before he went over the edge.”
—Race Mooney & Flash Ogden, [11:31–11:43]

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4. The Lone Ranger & Tonto to the Rescue

[12:15–13:27]

• The Lone Ranger and Tonto hear the shots, investigate the quarry, and discover Baron injured but alive.
• Baron describes the plan to impersonate him at the bank.
• Tonto rushes Baron to a doctor in Centralia; the Lone Ranger heads to alert Marshal Kylie.

Quote

“He’ll impersonate me and try to get the money.”
—Phil Baron, [12:39–12:45]

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5. The Bank Heist – And a Surprise Hold-Up

[14:15–15:24]

• Flash Ogden, posing as Baron, arrives at the bank with Mooney.
• The Lone Ranger, unable to find the Marshal, interrupts their attempt to withdraw funds, holding the conspirators at gunpoint but explaining he’s not a thief.
• Banker Cardiff is skeptical, and a dramatic standoff ensues as the Lone Ranger takes the money box—intending to safeguard, not steal, the funds.

Quote

“Don’t let this mask fool you, Mr. Cardiff. I’m not a thief. And this man isn’t Phil Baron.”
—The Lone Ranger, [15:24]

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6. Escape and Counter-trap

[19:14–22:43]

• The Lone Ranger escapes the bank and, evading a pursuing mob, races to meet Tonto and Marshal Kylie.
• Plans are laid for a trap: Baron is hidden at the Marshal’s home, and Tonto is sent to lure Mooney and the gang.

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7. Justice is Served – The Final Trap

[23:46–26:45]

• Tonto convinces Mooney, Paris, and Ogden he can lead them to the masked “bandit” and the loot.
• At a secluded cabin, the gang falls into an ambush set by the Marshal, Cardiff, and their posse.
• The crooks confess and are arrested; the real Baron survives.

Quote

“He’s alive, here in Centralia. He heard you talk, and he told me what you said. But more people heard you talk just now. Isn’t that right, Marshal?”
—The Lone Ranger reveals the truth, [26:07–26:15]

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8. Resolution and Farewell

[26:46–27:07]

• The bank’s money is returned; the townsfolk apologize to the Lone Ranger for misjudging him.
• The real Phil Baron is safe and will take honest charge of Circle-B.
• The Lone Ranger and Tonto ride into the sunset, with the Marshal confirming the masked man’s true identity.

Quote

“You mean you knew that masked man before today?”
—Race Mooney
“Why, certainly. Every lawman in Texas does. You see, he’s the Lone Ranger.”
—Marshal Kylie, [27:08]

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Notable Moments & Quotes

• The plot to impersonate Phil Baron: “Suppose someone comes here in his place. …I’ll send him a wire.” —Jack Paris, [06:53–07:10]
• The Lone Ranger’s intervention: “Don’t let this mask fool you… I’m not a thief. And this man isn’t Phil Baron.” —Lone Ranger, [15:24]
• The masked man’s identity revealed: “Every lawman in Texas does… he’s the Lone Ranger.” —Marshal Kylie, [27:08]

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• Circle-B conspiracy revealed: [06:01–07:47]
• Ambush of Phil Baron: [08:18–10:00]
• Quarry escape/attempted murder: [11:09–12:15]
• Lone Ranger & Tonto rescue: [12:15–13:27]
• Bankroom showdown: [14:15–15:24], [19:14–20:33]
• The Lone Ranger’s escape & regroup: [21:07–22:43]
• The cabin trap & arrest: [23:46–26:45]
• Resolution & revelation: [26:46–27:08]

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Tone and Style

The episode features classic Western storytelling, crisp dialogue, and suspenseful pacing. The characters speak in period-appropriate cadences, with moments of sly humor and firm morality—hallmarks of The Lone Ranger series.

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Conclusion

“A Change at Circle-B” exemplifies the enduring appeal of vintage radio Westerns. This digitally restored presentation revives every twist and crack of gunfire with new clarity, letting listeners experience heroism, villainy, and justice on the open Texas plains. The episode highlights how justice ultimately triumphs and ends with a nod to the masked rider’s legendary status.

Transcript

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Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. You can find more Western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode.

[Narrator]

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[Race Mooney]

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those thrilling days of yesteryear.

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From out of the past come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver.

[Announcer]

The Lone Ranger rides again. Come on Silver, let's go big for Silver.

[Narrator]

Race. Mooney, manager of a vast Circle B ranch near Centralia, Texas, was almost beside himself with rage when he called at a neighboring ranch house to see his friend, Jack Paris, gambler and cattle owner.

[Race Mooney]

Sit down, Ray. Sit down and calm yourself. What's wrong. This letter is from Claude Baron. He's the easterner who owns the Circle B.

[Flash Ogden]

Read what he says.

[Race Mooney]

He fired me. As manager of the ranch, he's sending his son here to take my place. Baron must have finally realized that he's losing money on the ranch. Yeah, maybe so. But Mooney here, he'll let you stay on his foreman. Looks like he doesn't know you've been robbing him. I'm sure he doesn't.

[Flash Ogden]

But his son is sure to know

[Race Mooney]

I've stolen money when he examines the books and bank records. You expect me to give back what you lost to me? Playing cards know, Jack. But I've.

[Announcer]

You have.

[Race Mooney]

Two weeks before young Baron arrives. Draw all the Circle B cash from the bank and head for Mexico. I can't draw any more cash. Banker Cardiff told me so this morning. He had orders from the old man. Wait a minute. Wait a minute, Race. I have an idea. As Banker Cardiff ever met young Baron? No. Then suppose someone comes here in his place. Place? Who? Flash Ogden, a pal of mine in Kansas. I'll send him a wire and tell him to meet her. I'll help you, Race, and we'll both make a cleanup.

[Narrator]

The following week, in a town some distance from Centralia, Jack Terrace and Race Mooney met secretly with a man from Kansas, Flash Ogden, and went over Paris's plan for waylaying Phil Baron.

[Race Mooney]

Baron's supposed to arrive in Centralia a week from today. Flash. Only you'll be the one who arrived. I'll be there with the Badger to meet you.

[Narrator]

Flash, as soon as you're established as

[Race Mooney]

Phil Baron, you can start drawing cash from the bank. Right Heavy.

[Flash Ogden]

But where do we get rid of Baron?

[Race Mooney]

At Arkantex Junction, the state stop Bed Kings, drivers and horses. Now, here's how it'll work.

[Narrator]

One week later, the stagecoach from the east reached Arkansas Junction early in the morning. As the passengers left the stage, Flash Ogden stepped forward and said, Mr. Bear.

[Announcer]

Which of you is Mr. Baron?

[Carvana Customer]

I'm.

[Announcer]

Sir.

[Race Mooney]

What do you want? Good. I'm glad I found you, Mr. Barron. What is it you want?

[Flash Ogden]

Well, first let me introduce myself.

[Race Mooney]

I'm Robert Smith of Centralia. My ranch is next to the Circle B. Oh, yes. I've heard my father speak of you. Glad to know you, Mrs. Smith.

[Narrator]

As the two shook hands, Flash looked around to make sure all of the other passengers as well as the driver of the stage had gone inside the building. Satisfied that his next move would not be seen, his manner changed abruptly.

[Flash Ogden]

All right, don't raise Your voice. Do as I say or I'll use it.

[Race Mooney]

This is a hole. It isn't. Just walk ahead of me along the

[Flash Ogden]

side of the building.

[Narrator]

Baron thought fast and decided that the safest course would be to do as the man with a gun demanded. He held his hands at shoulder level and walked ahead of Flash, hoping someone would see his predicament.

[Race Mooney]

Just keep going to the woods straight ahead. Is this some sort of a joke? Maybe.

[Flash Ogden]

Just keep walking.

[Narrator]

Presently, the two men entered the dark woods. Baron was about to speak when Flash, using his gun as a club, struck him on the head, Lifting the unconscious Easterner across the saddle of a rented horse that waited nearby. Flash mounted behind the saddle and rode to a nearby stone quarry. Jack Paris was waiting beside a big boulder near the rim of the quarry.

[Announcer]

Is he dead?

[Race Mooney]

No, Paris. I couldn't risk a shot.

[Narrator]

People in the station might have heard it.

[Flash Ogden]

I knocked him out.

[Narrator]

Help me get him onto the ground.

[Flash Ogden]

Yeah, sure. There we are.

[Race Mooney]

Now, let's see what he has in his pockets. Wallet, envelope, letters, money.

[Flash Ogden]

More letters, more money.

[Race Mooney]

And more papers. There isn't light enough to read this stuff. We'll have to strike matches or wait for more daylight. We can read it if we get away from these. Rush? No, no, no.

[Flash Ogden]

There's no rush.

[Race Mooney]

It'll be lighter in a few minutes.

[Narrator]

I want to see what we have.

[Race Mooney]

I want to be sure I have everything I need to pose as Phil Baron.

[Narrator]

Leading the still form of Phil Baron, Flash and Jack moved a few yards away from the rocks where there was better light. Now to see what we have.

[Race Mooney]

Hey, that looks like a chicken.

[Flash Ogden]

Check.

[Race Mooney]

Yeah, Cashier's check for $10,000. Jack, look at this. A letter of credit for $25,000. And here's a statement from the bank of Centralia. Hey, according to this, there's more than $30,000 in the account. Man alive, this is a bonanza. Hey, Jack, is Race Mooney a good friend of yours?

[Announcer]

That sucker?

[Race Mooney]

No, no, he's just a good source of money. I've been using mark cards to beat

[Narrator]

him for more than a year.

[Race Mooney]

He tapped the Circle B bank account and handed over cattle stock to me

[Narrator]

to split his losses.

[Race Mooney]

Jack, what's the matter?

[Flash Ogden]

Baron's running away.

[Race Mooney]

Yeah, I see him. He's running toward the quarry.

[Announcer]

Hey, Baron, come on. I'll stop him.

[Race Mooney]

You got him. Play. He dropped into the quarry. Yeah, but your bullet hit him just before he went over the edge. Well, that takes care of him. Now, I'll be. Phil Baron. Yes, Flash. And you better get Back to the station. You got just enough time to make

[Narrator]

it before the state go to leave.

[Announcer]

I'll meet you in Centralia.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto were breaking camp in the hills high above the stone quarry when they heard the shots. The masked man peered through binoculars in the direction of the sound and saw two men ride from the quarry heading in opposite directions.

[Flash Ogden]

Auto, go to the quarry and find out what that shooting meant.

[Narrator]

A short time later, the Lone Ranger and Taho reached the stone quarry. As they dismounted, they heard from the depths the cry for help. Going below, the masked man and his Indian friend found Baron alive but injured. He was given first aid and carried to the top of the quarry. There he identified himself, told what had happened and what he had heard while lying on the ground pretending to be unconscious. One of them is going to the

[Race Mooney]

bank this morning with Mooney. He'll impersonate me and I'd get the money.

[Announcer]

And

[Race Mooney]

he must have been in faint. Him need doctor.

[Flash Ogden]

There's no doctor in Arkantex Junction. The nearest one is in Centralia.

[Race Mooney]

I know.

[Flash Ogden]

We'll place this man on your horse. You take him to doctor in Centralia.

[Race Mooney]

Me do it.

[Flash Ogden]

Meanwhile, I'll ride cross country to Centralia. Be our friend Marshall Kylie and have him arrest those two men. That's I'll be in Centralia at the marshal's office and see you there later this morning. Soon as we get Baron on your horse, I'll go on ahead.

[Narrator]

When the stagecoach from St. Louis arrived in Centralia, Race Mooney was waiting with banker Joshua Cardiff. Mooney greeted Flash Ogden effusively. The men had breakfast at the nearby hotel, then proceeded to the Centralia. They were already in the bank when the Lone Ranger entered the town through the hills and made his way along a deserted back street to the rear of Marshall Kiley's office. He dismounted and walked to the side door. But the door was locked and on it was pasted a note which the masked man read.

[Flash Ogden]

Gone to the county seat to deliver prisoner will return about noon. Tom Kiley Marshall's almost two hours away. Better go to the bank myself.

[Narrator]

In Joshua Cardiff's private office, Race Mooney and Flash Ogden, posing as Philip Barron, casually brought up the matter of making immediate withdrawal of a sum in five figures. Cardiff opened the bank safe which was in his office saying, keep cash available

[Announcer]

Here in this cash box, more than 55,000. No, no, you can't come in here. Mr. Carter. Mr. Carter. What's in Yasin? What's wrong? It's a hold on There. He wants it.

[Flash Ogden]

Get out of my way.

[Announcer]

Here's Carter. A mash man. It's a hold up.

[Flash Ogden]

Up in your hand.

[Race Mooney]

You're covered.

[Flash Ogden]

You, clerk. Same here with the others.

[Announcer]

Yes, My hands are up.

[Flash Ogden]

Flash, don't make a move towards your gun.

[Announcer]

What did you say?

[Flash Ogden]

Mr. Cardiff, let me introduce you to Flash. Ogden.

[Announcer]

What are you saying? This is Mr. Philip Baron?

[Flash Ogden]

That's what he says. I suppose this other fellow, Race Mooney, says the same thing. You are Race Mooney, aren't you?

[Race Mooney]

Yes, I am Race Mooney.

[Flash Ogden]

I don't know what you're talking about.

[Race Mooney]

This is Mr. Baron.

[Announcer]

Of course he is. Even without Mooney says so. I have proof. But you, mister, you're a hold up man. Don't think you'll get away with this money though. The marshal.

[Flash Ogden]

Marshal Kiley's out of town. I just came from his office.

[Announcer]

You did?

[Race Mooney]

Yes.

[Flash Ogden]

Don't let this mask fool you, Mr. Cardiff. I'm not a thief. And this man isn't still a Baron.

[Narrator]

We'll continue our Lone Ranger adventure in just a moment.

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[Announcer]

Get on your way with sweeties.

[Race Mooney]

Sort of gives a guy a lisp knowing that champions are made, not born. For instance, let's trace the inspiring story of Al Rosen, famed Cleveland Indian slugger. Let's go back when Al was small. An average boy, no champ at all. He practiced hitting third base play and ate his Wheaties every day just as chance get on their way today. I'll smack that ball a mile. Been eating Wheaties all this while? Why, Al Rosen's been eating Wheaties since he was a little guy 20, 22 years ago. Plenty of power. All right in Wheaties. There's a whole kernel of wheat in every Wheaties place. Now, El Fark.

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And here's a pitch. Hey, hey, hey. He's on his way. On his way. He's on his way, on his way. Get on your way with sweeties. Cause champions are made. Not far. Yes, sir. Get on your way.

[Narrator]

Get on your way.

[Announcer]

Get on your way with sweeties. Breakfast of champions.

[Narrator]

Now to continue. For a moment, there was silence in the banker's office as the man stared at the Lone Ranger. Then Cardiff said, what's your game?

[Announcer]

You say you're not a thief, yet you hold a gun on us. You tell a cock and bull story about Mr. Baron being a person named Flash Ogden.

[Flash Ogden]

Sure he is. Flash Ogden. He's a gunman and card sharp from which it all.

[Race Mooney]

You're crazy.

[Flash Ogden]

What I say can be easily proven. You won't let that know.

[Narrator]

When Flash reached for his gun, the Lone Ranger was ready. His own gun boxed first, and the bullet struck Ogden's wrist.

[Announcer]

My wrist. Hedwigs, don't come in here. Get help. Round up the men in town. Need to hold up. Grab the mask, man. Race, don't try it.

[Flash Ogden]

Get back there, Mooney. Cardiff, you're a fool. I told you this wasn't a hold up.

[Announcer]

These men. These men will help me. Prefer charges against you when you're arrested, you can't escape. Now the whole town will be here.

[Narrator]

After you in a few minutes maybe.

[Flash Ogden]

But I'll do a few things first. Burke, open the door next to you. There.

[Announcer]

There you are.

[Flash Ogden]

All right, men, get into that closet big enough to hold all of you. And you, Mooney, loosen your gun belt

[Race Mooney]

and drop it to the floor.

[Flash Ogden]

Now get into that closet.

[Announcer]

They're asking. You can't escape.

[Flash Ogden]

I'll try Cardiff. And to keep those cooks from stealing the bank's money, I'll take it with me. Now, join the others in that closet.

[Narrator]

After locking Cardiff in the closet, the load Ranger quickly closed and locked the door between the office and the main room of the bank. Then, with a money box under his arm, hurried through the rear door and ran to the side of his horse.

[Flash Ogden]

There's a mob after mon. That was close. They'll never catch me. I must locate t before he reaches town.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger sped along the wooded path that ran through the hills above the main trail. He had ridden only a few miles when he saw tle riding toward Centralia with a wounded Phil. Baron popped in front of him on the saddle, surprisingly. Riding beside Toto was Marshall Tom Kiley. The Lone Ranger reined his horse and

[Announcer]

called, easy, Marshall Tyler.

[Flash Ogden]

See you, Silver. Let's get down there.

[Race Mooney]

Come on, boy.

[Flash Ogden]

Oh, easy, Toddo. You made good times. Marshall Kiley. I'm certainly glad to see you.

[Announcer]

Hello there. You say the same to you? I met Tonto at the crossroads. He's been telling me what happened to this fella here.

[Flash Ogden]

How is Baron Todo?

[Race Mooney]

Him still bad, but pulse seemed good. Him plenty strong.

[Announcer]

Doc Fairbanks is a good saw, Bones. He'll fix this fellow up if he's fixable. But tell us what happened in town. Sorry I couldn't be there.

[Flash Ogden]

So am I. I looked for you, saw your note and then acted on my own.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger quickly told of the incidents in banker Cardiff's office.

[Flash Ogden]

He ended, I escaped before they caught up with me. I imagine half the town's trailing me.

[Race Mooney]

What you want do, Kimasabi?

[Flash Ogden]

Baron told us. Well, the two men at the stone quarry was named Jack. I didn't meet him, but he must be somewhere in town.

[Announcer]

There's a lot of men named Jack in town.

[Flash Ogden]

Yes, but only one who wanted to kill Baron. I thought if he saw Toto carrying Baron to the doctor, we might try to kill Baron for certain. This time, though, I came to warn Tahlo to be on the lookout.

[Announcer]

Baron's in danger. We'd better take him to my home in the hills. Have the doctor go there to treat him.

[Flash Ogden]

Good Idea, Marshall. Tata will transfer Baron to my horse and you ride to town for the doctor.

[Announcer]

Doc knows where my place is.

[Narrator]

It was about an hour later when Kato and the doctor reached the Marshall home in the hills. While the doctor was in the bedroom with a wounded man, the marshal said,

[Announcer]

well, Tondo, what's happening in town? Should I be in there now?

[Race Mooney]

People in town plenty excited. On way back we see vigilantes. Them look everywhere for masked man who rob banks.

[Announcer]

Well, they'll never think of looking here in my house that sure. And Tonto, while you were gone, we fixed up a little plan. And you're in on it.

[Race Mooney]

Oh, that's good.

[Announcer]

I'll show you a cabin where we plan to trap the crook.

[Flash Ogden]

We'll go to the cabin and arrange things. Toto, then you go to town and find Race Mooney. I'll make sure he's alone and tell him you know the inside story of the bank robbery and can lead him to the masked man.

[Narrator]

It was late afternoon when Toto located Race Mooney in the Dry Ghauss Cafe. Mooney with Flash Ogden and Jack Paris had written with the vigilantes in their unsuccessful search for the man who robbed the Centralia Bank. When the furtive acting Indian drew Mooney aside and spoke to him, the ex manager of the Circle B was excited. Finally he went to his pals, Jack Flash.

[Race Mooney]

See that engine over by the door? Now listen. He says he knows all about that hold up today. He says he knows where the masked man's hiding out with the money. He'll take us to the hideout if we give him $50.

[Flash Ogden]

If he can do that, promise him a hundred.

[Race Mooney]

Sure. Promise him anything.

[Flash Ogden]

There.

[Narrator]

Place up.

[Flash Ogden]

Cabin's not far out of the way.

[Race Mooney]

Why'd he pick a place like that if he did? Let's find out. There's a light inside the cabin. Then we'll sneak up and find out if the engine's telling the truth. Yeah. Race, you stay here with the engine. Keep a lookout. All right. Watch him too. Coming, Jack? Yeah, sure, Race. We'll be back soon. Well, there they go into the cabin. Injun, are you sure the money's up there?

[Announcer]

Of course. You sure?

[Race Mooney]

What?

[Narrator]

Marshal Tyler?

[Announcer]

Yeah, Race. I've been waiting for you with some deputies. Don't move or I'll plug it. Don't try to yell.

[Race Mooney]

This is a trap.

[Announcer]

Call at the end. Race man, handcuff him. Nice work, Tonto. Josh Cardiff, some more deputies and Doc Fairbanks are up behind the cabin. Listen at the open window. Let's join them. I told you we had some fixing to do while you were gone.

[Narrator]

Flash Ogden and Jack Paris thought they had caught the masked man. Unprepared, they chided and reviled him as Flash counted the money in the bank container. Then, as Jack held his gun pointed at the Lone Ranger, Flash Ogden finished

[Race Mooney]

and said, stranger, before we kill you, I'll ask where. One question. How'd you know he killed Philip Baron? How'd you know he'd be in the bank of Centralia?

[Flash Ogden]

You didn't kill Baron.

[Race Mooney]

What?

[Flash Ogden]

He's alive, Here in Centralia. He heard you talk, and he told me what you said. But more people heard you talk just now. Isn't that right, Marshall?

[Announcer]

Mr. Carter?

[Narrator]

They sounded. Crooks gasped in alarm and turned toward the open window.

[Race Mooney]

The Lone Ranger leaped at Jack Harris

[Narrator]

and grabbed the man's gun. Then he sent a fist crashing into the crook's jaw, knocking him out.

[Flash Ogden]

Flash, turn around. You're covered. I know you can't use that bad wrist to shoot. So forget about your gun.

[Narrator]

You dirty rattler.

[Announcer]

Taking me like this. Changer your plan work. You did it. Blackhawks in your goose's coat. Be glad we're not going to hold you for murder. Philip Barron's gonna live, right, Mr. Cotter? Yes.

[Race Mooney]

Well, I'm glad.

[Announcer]

But above all, I must apologize to the mask man. I not only have the money back,

[Flash Ogden]

I got the apology to me. Mr. Cardiff, I'm leaving. Matado. Apologize to Phil Baron. When he's recovered, I'm sure you'll find him a much better man than that poor impersonator Fly Shogden. Adios, everyone.

[Announcer]

Adios, Marshall.

[Race Mooney]

Kylie.

[Announcer]

Adios, my friend. And thanks for helping me. Again.

[Race Mooney]

Again?

[Announcer]

You said Marshall. You mean you knew that mash man before today? Why, certainly. Every lawman in Texas does, too. You see, he's the Lone Ranger.

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[Flash Ogden]

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