A Matter of Ethics | Have Gun Will Travel (02-01-59)

Summary

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Old Time Radio Westerns — "A Matter of Ethics" | Have Gun Will Travel (02-01-59)

Date: February 9, 2026
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Main Cast: John Dana (Paladin), Jack Crucian, Virginia Christine
Digitally Restored Classic Western Radio Drama

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Episode Overview

In this immersive episode of "Have Gun Will Travel" titled "A Matter of Ethics", the famed gun-for-hire Paladin is confronted with a test of moral conviction and duty. Hired by a confessed killer, Holgate, Paladin’s task is not to kill, but to keep his client from being lynched by a vengeful mob before a lawful trial. As tempers flare in the Western town of Bender—named for the father of the murder victim—Paladin must navigate personal ethics, the collective thirst for retribution, and the ever-present threat of mob justice. The episode explores themes of law versus vigilante revenge, the true meaning of justice, and the cost of neutrality.

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Key Discussion Points & Plot Highlights

Paladin Accepts the Job (01:57–08:13)

• Paladin is approached by Holgate, a man who, after killing the son of the town founder, fears mob justice. Holgate hires Paladin for $200 to ensure he stands trial alive.
• Quote:
  “My gun was handcrafted to my specifications. I rarely draw it unless I mean to use it.” — Paladin [01:57]
• Sheriff Swing is wary but sees sense in having Paladin’s help, despite unease over the odds against them.
• Ethics Highlight:
  “Man has a chance with a fair trial. But there’s no debating a lynching fee.” — Paladin [07:53]

Arrival in Bender: Facing the Victim’s Family and Town Tensions (08:13–10:01)

• Upon arrival, Paladin, Holgate, and the Sheriff are met by Max Bender (the victim’s father) and Amy Bender (the victim’s sister).
• Amy is disillusioned with the legal system, believing her brother would not have received justice and fearing that Holgate might escape on a technicality.
• Quote:
  “So the gunfighters are all for law and order now? If the pay is right.” — Amy Bender [09:41]
• Paladin asserts that “you don’t buy law and order. You fight for it.” [09:44]

Preparing for the Mob — Conflicting Morals (12:25–16:13)

• Sheriff and Paladin secure Holgate in the jail, wary of townsfolk gathering for retribution.
• Max Bender is chosen to hold Paladin’s payment, to ensure impartiality.
• Amy confronts Paladin, offering him money to abandon the town and leave Holgate to the mob.
• Quote:
  “Switching sides is most unethical.” — Paladin [16:06] “Did you ever see a lynching, Ms. Bender? Your imagination would fall far short of the truth.” — Paladin [16:13]
• Paladin refuses the bribe, resolutely setting himself against mob justice.

The Mob Gathers; Tensions Explode (19:20–22:13)

• The townsfolk, led by Amy and stirred by grief and fear, begin to assemble for the lynching.
• Sheriff Swing and Paladin arm themselves, determined to uphold due process.
• Amy is overcome, realizing the violence she has provoked is spiraling out of control.
• Quote:
  “The trouble with a lynching, Ms. Bender, you can’t have it ordered up all dainty, neat like a yard of lace. It’s something that cowards get whiskeyed up for and mumble over and wind up screaming in the gutters of a dark night.” — Paladin [16:34; repeated theme later]

The Standoff — Paladin Uses Wits, Not Violence (22:13–23:08)

• As the mob attempts to break into the jail, Paladin threatens to use dynamite, startling the crowd and dispersing the mob.
• Memorable Moment: Paladin lights a long fuse as psychological warfare; once the mob runs, he calmly extinguishes the dynamite:
  “No need breaking down doors when you can open them with dynamite. ...Just putting out the fuse. Was a long, slow burning one.” — Paladin [22:18–22:50]
• Sheriff observes:
  “That crowd is still running. I don’t blame them.” [22:59]
• Paladin notes that mob courage is fleeting:
  “Mob courage is a momentary thing. Once it’s gone, it’s gone for good.” — Paladin [23:03]

Justice Prevails — Motives and Regret (24:00–25:12)

• Holgate tries to bribe Paladin to let him escape, but Paladin keeps his word and delivers him to trial.
• Amy Bender expresses regret, ashamed and confused at the outcome and her own actions.
• Paladin returns her father’s money, remarking:
  “Because it’s an honest face, too.” — Paladin [25:03]
• Amy, moved by Paladin’s integrity, asks him to return to Bender.

Epilogue — Paladin’s Return & Resolution (25:27–26:14)

• Back in San Francisco, Paladin discusses the events with his associate Hey Boy, reflecting on the challenges of the job and the enduring ambiguity of justice.

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Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• Paladin’s code:
  “My gun was handcrafted to my specifications. I rarely draw it unless I mean to use it.” — Paladin [01:57]
• On due process:
  “Man has a chance with a fair trial. But there’s no debating a lynching fee.” — Paladin [07:53]
• Amy’s skepticism:
  “So the gunfighters are all for law and order now? If the pay is right.” — Amy Bender [09:41]
• The true face of lynching:
  “Did you ever see a lynching, Ms. Bender?... your imagination would fall far short of the truth.” — Paladin [16:13] “You can’t have it ordered up all dainty, neat like a yard of lace. ... It’s something that cowards get whiskeyed up for and mumble over and wind up screaming in the gutters of a dark night.” — Paladin [16:34]
• Paladin’s refusal of a bribe:
  “Switching sides is most unethical.” — Paladin [16:06]
• Dispersing the mob with cunning:
  “No need breaking down doors when you can open them with dynamite.” — Paladin [22:18]
• Reflection on mob mentality:
  “Mob courage is a momentary thing. Once it’s gone, it’s gone for good.” — Paladin [23:03]

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Thematic Takeaways

• Ethics Over Profit: Paladin’s consistent refusal to sacrifice principle for pay highlights the show’s moral core.
• Law Versus Vengeance: The episode lays bare the temptation toward vigilante justice, and the difficult, often unpopular stand required to prevent it.
• Mob Psychology: The story demonstrates how crowds can be manipulated by fear, drink, and peer pressure—but are also easily dispersed once faced with determined, creative resistance.
• Ambiguous Endings: Even as law is upheld, characters—especially Amy—are left to grapple with remorse, confusion, and the complexity of real justice.

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Useful for New Listeners

This episode of "Have Gun Will Travel" is a taut, character-driven exploration of frontier justice. It draws listeners into the late 19th century West, vividly restored through rich sound design and authentic dialogue. Fans of dramatic Western storytelling, moral dilemmas, and classic radio craft will find it an exceptional specimen of the genre.

Recommended Segments:

• [07:53] Paladin’s negotiation and statement on lynching vs. trial
• [09:41–09:48] Amy and Paladin’s ethical standoff
• [16:06–16:34] Paladin’s refusal to take the bribe and his speech on lynching
• [22:13–23:08] The explosive climax with the dynamite bluff
• [24:00–25:12] Amy’s realization and the moral resolution

Listen for the interplay of ethics, suspense, and humanity that defines both the era and the enduring legacy of classic Western radio drama.

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Transcript

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[Andrew Rines (Host)]

Welcome to the old time radio westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines. And let's get into this episode. This episode is going to be have Gun Will Travel Original air dates February 1, 1959. In this episode, a killer hires Paladin to keep himself from being lynched until he can stand trial. Title of this episode, a matter of ethics. Hope you enjoy. And again, thanks for listening.

[Paladin]

My gun was handcrafted to my specifications. I rarely draw it unless I mean to use it.

[Narrator]

Have gun will travel starring Mr. John dana as paladin. San Francisco, 1875. The Carlton Hotel. Headquarters of a man called Paladin.

[Sheriff Swing]

Oh, Mr. Paladin.

[Paladin]

Yes?

[Sheriff Swing]

About that imported silk shawl you ordered as a gift for a lady.

[Paladin]

Oh, yes, very pretty.

[Narrator]

But you didn't say about the color.

[Sheriff Swing]

Is it for a blonde or a brunette?

[Paladin]

Why, I'm not sure yet. Perhaps you better leave one of each. You'll tell the clerk at the desk to charge him to my bill?

[Narrator]

Of course.

[Sheriff Swing]

Thank you, Mr. Paladin.

[Paladin]

Ah, there you are, hey Boy. Ah, yes, Mr. Paladin, I have two messages for you. One from San Francisco City Jail. Mr. Holgate say he get your card and want you to come see him. Oh, yes, he's the murderer who's afraid he'll be lynched when they take him back to stand trial in some little town in Wyoming. Oh, and he say, you better hurry, sheriff. Come here and take him away on 9 o' clock train tonight. And the other message? Ah Pretty lady wait for you, huh?

[Sheriff Swing]

Over there.

[Paladin]

It's too bad what I Tell her, Mr. Paladin. Give her my sincere regrets. Hey, boy. Tell her later. I have a train to catch.

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[Paladin]

What? You just made it, mister. Hey, give you a hand with that bag? No, thanks. I can manage.

[Sheriff Swing]

You carry it like it was eggs.

[Paladin]

Most room up in the front. Say, what's going on in there?

[Sheriff Swing]

Well, I don't know.

[Paladin]

It's that murderer.

[Sheriff Swing]

He's loose. Look out.

[Paladin]

Oh, I beg your pardon.

[Amy Bender]

Get out of the way.

[Paladin]

You seem to have gotten tangled up in an iron cl. Clothesline. Get out of my way.

[Sheriff Swing]

You crazy. Stop right there. I'll blow you in half with this shotgun. Oh, you clumsy fool. Well, Sheriff, why didn't you just pull the trick and end it right here? You might as well have. You just get back to your seat real careful like. Take them leg irons off to make you more comfortable. You pay me back by kicking me in the head. You just catch me trying to Be decent to you again. Oh, and I.

[Paladin]

Sit down.

[Sheriff Swing]

Take your leg out. And to you, mister. Thank you.

[Paladin]

Glad to be of help to an officer of the law.

[Sheriff Swing]

You're only helping a man get lynched, that's all. Shut up, Hogate.

[Paladin]

If you don't mind, sheriff, I'd like to talk to your prisoner.

[Sheriff Swing]

Sure.

[Paladin]

That's it. Thank you, Mr. Holgate. You got my card? I got your message.

[Sheriff Swing]

You're paladin. I figured you'd be on my side. Who'd you say you was, mister?

[Paladin]

The name is paladin. And your name?

[Sheriff Swing]

Sheriff Swing. Oh, what is this, a cozy chat? Listen, paladin.

[Narrator]

I hide your gun to turn me loose.

[Sheriff Swing]

You hired to turn him loose.

[Paladin]

Mr. Colgate has his facts slightly confused. Would you mind pointing that some other way, please, sheriff? Thank you. Now, Mr. Holgate, what makes you think you'll be lynched?

[Sheriff Swing]

Easy. The town's named bender after max Bender. It was his son caught my bullet.

[Paladin]

How did you come to shoot him?

[Sheriff Swing]

Well, just an argument in a saloon, Few drinks. You know how it is.

[Paladin]

You had a gun?

[Sheriff Swing]

Well, he had one. Oh, sure. It was home on his dresser. Well, how'd I know that? I didn't notice.

[Paladin]

I see. Well, Mr. Holgate, tell you what I'll do. For $200, I'll see that you're delivered alive to stand trial.

[Sheriff Swing]

You call that a bargain?

[Paladin]

Man has a chance with a fair trial. But there's no debating a lynching fee.

[Sheriff Swing]

All right. You'll get the money when I step into the courtroom.

[Paladin]

Just to be sure, I'll choose somebody to hold the fee. When's the trial, sheriff?

[Sheriff Swing]

Circuit judge is due at the end of the week. We'll beat him there by, oh, day maybe.

[Paladin]

And what are the chances of my employer here being lynched?

[Sheriff Swing]

I reckon somebody's going to try.

[Paladin]

Will you stop it?

[Sheriff Swing]

That'd be a hard decision to make.

[Paladin]

But I can assume we're on the same side. Aren't we, Sheriff? I reckon that puts two of us on the side of the right.

[Sheriff Swing]

Now, don't crow, mister. Them ain't good odds with the whole town on the other side. I never did like this town. Don't worry. You won't be here long.

[Paladin]

At least there's not a mob to be meet us. No, just the benders over there. Who are they?

[Sheriff Swing]

Max Bender, his daughter Amy. The town is named after the old man. Howdy, Max. Miss Emmy.

[Paladin]

Hello, sheriff.

[Sheriff Swing]

How'd you know we'd come in on this train? We waited on every train I wanted to see the man who killed my son. He's going to have a trial, Max. Yes.

[Amy Bender]

My brother didn't have a trial. Or a smart lawyer who might trick him to freedom or get him off with a prison sentence.

[Paladin]

But the man who killed him will have a trial.

[Sheriff Swing]

Who?

[Amy Bender]

You.

[Paladin]

Paladin is my name. Mr. Holgate hired me to see that he isn't lynched.

[Amy Bender]

So the gunfighters are all for law and order now? If the pay is right.

[Paladin]

No, Ms. Bender, you don't buy law and order. You fight for it.

[Sheriff Swing]

Yes. Once you have it, you don't throw it away.

[Paladin]

Your father knows how hard law is to come by.

[Amy Bender]

There will be no trial. Your neighbors will come for him. Sheriff, I know you'll do what's right.

[Paladin]

I think he will, miss. And so will you.

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[Paladin]

Reggie, I just sold my car online. Let's go, Grandpa.

[Narrator]

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[Narrator]

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[Paladin]

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[Paladin]

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[Sheriff Swing]

Oh, you can relax, Hogate. You're safe in there. Temporarily, anyways. Yeah, but they'll be swarming around soon enough. You remember you got a job, Paladin.

[Paladin]

To keep you from getting lynched.

[Sheriff Swing]

I'll remember. Greetings, gentlemen.

[Narrator]

Just passing by and saw the light.

[Sheriff Swing]

Figured you were back. Howdy, Mr. Coons.

[Narrator]

Okay.

[Sheriff Swing]

You didn't waste no time, Coombs.

[Paladin]

My client and I must start preparing our defense. Oh.

[Sheriff Swing]

Who are you? He's all right. I've hired his gun. Name's Paladin.

[Narrator]

Oh.

[Paladin]

Well, now, if we can have some privacy. Oh, sure.

[Sheriff Swing]

Prisoner's got a right to have counsel with his law. Nice wrap on the bars when you're through.

[Paladin]

We still have some business details to arrange. Holgate, you tell your lawyer to turn the fee over to the person I name.

[Sheriff Swing]

I'll tell him. Sheriff.

[Paladin]

You mind if I bed down in one of these cots in your office?

[Sheriff Swing]

That's all right. Then I'll be using the other.

[Paladin]

I thought it was settled. We're on the same side.

[Sheriff Swing]

I'd just like to be sure.

[Paladin]

Any place I can lock this up?

[Sheriff Swing]

Roll top desk. He's got a key.

[Paladin]

Good. It'll do.

[Sheriff Swing]

Hey, what's in that bag, anyway?

[Paladin]

Just some of the tools of my trade.

[Sheriff Swing]

What kind of tools is that?

[Paladin]

The kind that might help quiet a lynch mob.

[Sheriff Swing]

We give them Holgate, that'll quiet them.

[Paladin]

I thought we were on the same side.

[Sheriff Swing]

We are.

[Paladin]

I just like to be sure. Which one is the Bender store, Mr. Coons?

[Narrator]

That one up there.

[Paladin]

There's a noose hanging out in front. Yes, that's Amy's doing. She's stirring the pot until it boils over. I never suspected she had such a mean streak in her.

[Narrator]

She was always such a nice, quiet girl.

[Paladin]

I guess it's frustrating for a woman. She can't strap on a gun and settle an affair like this with her own hands. Oh, I. I hope this won't take too long.

[Narrator]

I have more important things to do.

[Paladin]

Like figuring a way to save your client? Something like that, yes. Shall we go?

[Amy Bender]

Well, what do you want here?

[Paladin]

I want you to hold some money for me, Mr. Coombs.

[Narrator]

Here it is. $200.

[Paladin]

You're not to give it to me until Holgate steps into the courtroom for trial. If he dies before then, return it to Coombs.

[Amy Bender]

You think I'll hold your blood money?

[Paladin]

Blood money? For keeping a man alive.

[Sheriff Swing]

I'll hold that for you, dad. Give it to me.

[Paladin]

Thank you, Mr. Bender. Give him the money, Mr. Coombs.

[Narrator]

Very well. There you are, Max.

[Amy Bender]

Dad, if you won't help us, at least stay out of it.

[Sheriff Swing]

How can I do that, Amy? I live in this town, too.

[Paladin]

Good day, Mr. Paladin. Good day, sir. Amy, your father is a very wise man. Excuse me. I guess you don't need me anymore. I'll be in my office. Paladin.

[Narrator]

Miss Amy.

[Amy Bender]

Look, Mr. Paladin, I just want Holgate to pay for my brother's murder. I. I don't want anybody else to get hurt.

[Paladin]

So far, no argument.

[Amy Bender]

Now, Sheriff Swink's not going to shoot at his friends, so no one will harm him.

[Paladin]

Go on.

[Amy Bender]

That leaves just you. But you're liable to kill somebody and be killed and turn. And there's no telling where it'll stop.

[Paladin]

It would seem so.

[Amy Bender]

You're doing it for money? What if I gave you more money to leave town?

[Paladin]

Now, that's a definite offer. I take it.

[Amy Bender]

Cash. I'll get it.

[Sheriff Swing]

Ronald, wait.

[Paladin]

I'm afraid not. Switching sides is most unethical.

[Amy Bender]

Unethical?

[Paladin]

Did you ever see a lynching, Ms. Bender?

[Amy Bender]

No.

[Paladin]

Your imagination would fall far short of the truth. No matter what he's done, Holgate won't be handed over to feed the animal instincts of the mob.

[Amy Bender]

I. I told you, I. I don't want anybody hurt but him.

[Sheriff Swing]

Yes, Clinton, you need any help?

[Amy Bender]

No.

[Paladin]

The trouble with a lynching, Ms. Bender, you can't have it ordered up all dainty, neat like a yard of lace. It's something that cowards get whiskeyed up for and mumble over and wind up screaming in the gutters of a dark night.

[Amy Bender]

Go on. Go on. Get out of here. There's nothing you can do to stop it.

[Paladin]

Isn't there?

[Sheriff Swing]

Listen, mister.

[Narrator]

You take her advice.

[Sheriff Swing]

Get out of town.

[Narrator]

A double blast from this shotgun ought.

[Sheriff Swing]

To cut a man in half.

[Paladin]

That man won't be any deader than a man with a.45 bullet between his eyes.

[Sheriff Swing]

There's room enough out there in front.

[Narrator]

Gunfighter for another noose.

[Paladin]

So there is. And earth enough to bury every man who comes to me with a rope.

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[Sheriff Swing]

What's going on out there?

[Paladin]

I can hear him gathering down in front of the Bender store getting steamed up. They'll be moving before long.

[Sheriff Swing]

Yeah, you fellas don't be napping. We won't. What you looking at me like that for? What are you thinking?

[Paladin]

Just wondering what you're thinking. You're mighty cheerful for a man about to face a lynch mobile.

[Sheriff Swing]

But I got confidence in you and the sheriff. I figure you'll give them what for coming.

[Paladin]

Well, see you in court.

[Sheriff Swing]

You better. You don't get paid.

[Paladin]

What is it?

[Sheriff Swing]

Well, hey, have a look.

[Paladin]

What?

[Sheriff Swing]

Funny thing. See them two riders just leaving Coombs place, heading down the side street, trailing the third horse.

[Paladin]

Yeah, they look like two cowboys.

[Sheriff Swing]

Yeah, and William McKeith. Holgate's friends. Now, what would they be doing at his lawyers?

[Paladin]

I got a better question to chew on. Who do they figure to ride that extra horse?

[Sheriff Swing]

Yeah. Oh, I reckon that question's gonna have to wait. They're getting about ready to move. There's another shotgun in the closet. Paladin?

[Paladin]

No, thanks. Incidentally, Ms. Bender says you won't use that shotgun against your friends out there. Ms. Bender's mistaken, Sheriff. I'll buy you a drink after this Is over.

[Sheriff Swing]

Maybe. Well, looks like everybody's here. I'd say we're all ready. What's the matter, amy?

[Amy Bender]

Nothing. Nothing's the matter. You bring him here.

[Sheriff Swing]

Yeah, so you can put the rope around his neck. You just wait here, and we'll bring him to you.

[Amy Bender]

Deb, what you doing with that gun?

[Sheriff Swing]

Well, Max, you change your mind, I'm going to the jail. Stand beside the sheriff and that fellow Paladin against his mouth. Now, hold on, Max. You're getting turned around. From the beginning, we had decency and law in this town. Now you're going to wipe it all.

[Narrator]

Out in one night.

[Sheriff Swing]

We're doing this for your son. Oh, don't use my boy as an excuse. Get out of my way. You better stay here and take it easy. Easy, Max. Now, give me that rat, Clint.

[Narrator]

Never mind.

[Sheriff Swing]

Sheriff will give me another.

[Narrator]

I said stay here.

[Sheriff Swing]

Take your hands off me.

[Amy Bender]

Dad, don't.

[Sheriff Swing]

Clint, don't. All right, now, come on, let's go. Let's do it. Dad.

[Amy Bender]

Oh, dad.

[Sheriff Swing]

I'm all right. But, Amy, what have you done?

[Amy Bender]

I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I. I didn't know it would be like this.

[Paladin]

Here they are.

[Sheriff Swing]

Paladin, you better get that shotgun.

[Paladin]

I've got something better in the desk.

[Sheriff Swing]

I. Get back. I'm warning you.

[Paladin]

Wait a minute.

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[Sheriff Swing]

What are you doing?

[Paladin]

Opening the door.

[Sheriff Swing]

No, no, wait.

[Paladin]

All right, hold it. Hold it. No need breaking down doors when you can open them with dynamite. All right, now, here.

[Sheriff Swing]

Who wants it?

[Paladin]

You, big fella?

[Sheriff Swing]

No.

[Paladin]

Well, nobody wants it.

[Sheriff Swing]

Get out of the way of that dynamite. What are you doing?

[Paladin]

Just putting out the fuse. Was a long, slow burning one.

[Sheriff Swing]

That crowd is still running. I don't blame them.

[Paladin]

They won't collect again. Mob courage is a momentary thing. Once it's gone, it's gone for good.

[Sheriff Swing]

Street's clean. Deserted of them. Except over there. Yeah, there's clinton. Let's go after him.

[Paladin]

Paladin, you go ahead. I got a client who thinks he doesn't have to go to court.

[Sheriff Swing]

Well, Nell. Clint, we can tie this thing up.

[Paladin]

Go ahead. I'm going back and check. Holgate. Willie.

[Narrator]

Willie.

[Sheriff Swing]

What's happening? I can't hear nothing. The crowd's gone. Something's wrong.

[Paladin]

Well, we better go ahead anyways.

[Sheriff Swing]

Now, whip your horses and pull out the bars. That's fine. You did it.

[Paladin]

You hold it right there, Holgate.

[Sheriff Swing]

All right, out there.

[Paladin]

You stay where you are.

[Sheriff Swing]

No. I got no gun, Paladin.

[Paladin]

All right, just stay put.

[Amy Bender]

You.

[Sheriff Swing]

You killed willie. And the key. You're good. Awful good. That's why you hired me. That's what.

[Paladin]

There's no call.

[Sheriff Swing]

You get mixed up in this, you just collect your money and forget about it.

[Paladin]

I couldn't do that. I can't collect until you walk into the courtroom.

[Sheriff Swing]

I'll make it a thousand if you just walk away.

[Paladin]

You don't understand. You hired me to get you into that courtroom. And that's where you're going to be tried for murder. Oh, hello, Amy. Mr. Bender.

[Sheriff Swing]

Here's your money, Paladin. $200.

[Paladin]

Thank you.

[Sheriff Swing]

Now that Holgate's in court, there's a lot of people in this town that are grateful to you today. But it's not in their nature to.

[Paladin]

Come out and admit it.

[Amy Bender]

Well, I. I'm. I'm admitting it.

[Paladin]

And with such a long face.

[Amy Bender]

I'm so ashamed. And confused. Confused?

[Paladin]

Why?

[Amy Bender]

Why did you want me to hold your pay?

[Paladin]

Because it's an honest face, too. Come.

[Amy Bender]

Come back to Bender again, mister.

[Paladin]

I'd be delighted.

[Narrator]

Goodbye. Goodbye.

[Andrew Rines (Host)]

Goodbye.

[Paladin]

Oh, Mr. Faradin, welcome back to San Francisco. You have a good trip? More excitement than money, hey boy. But it's good to be home. I take you back.

[Sheriff Swing]

No, no, I'll manage.

[Paladin]

Oh, you have something valuable? No, just the tools of trade. Oh, big secret. Something to upset apple cart? You might say so, yes. Oh, by the way, hey boy, that pretty young lady. Oh, yeah, she's still here.

[Narrator]

I look plenty lonesome.

[Paladin]

Now, let's see. Was she blonde or brunette?

[Sheriff Swing]

Huh?

[Paladin]

Oh, well, it doesn't matter. Eat on, hey boy, and forget the papers tonight.

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[Sheriff Swing]

Sam.

[Andrew Rines (Host)]

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[Sheriff Swing]

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[Paladin]

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[Paladin]

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[Sheriff Swing]

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