Alias Mary Smithers | All Star Western Theatre (03-09-47)

Summary

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Podcast Summary

Podcast: Old Time Radio Westerns
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode: Alias Mary Smithers | All Star Western Theatre (03-09-47)
Release Date: December 15, 2025

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Episode Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns features a digitally restored classic radio drama from 1947, "Alias Mary Smithers," performed by the All Star Western Theatre. It stars Hollywood actress Virginia Mayo in her first Western radio role, alongside the Riders of the Purple Sage and cowboy champion Marty Montana. The story centers on mistaken identity, spirited deception, and heartfelt appreciation amid the lively preparations for a ranch’s first rodeo.

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Key Discussion Points and Story Breakdown

1. Introduction to the Episode (02:16–02:56)

• Cottonseed Clark opens the show, introduces the Riders of the Purple Sage, and welcomes the guest stars: Marty Montana and Virginia Mayo.
• Setting: Circle R Dude Ranch, with the story unfolding as the ranch prepares for its inaugural rodeo.

2. Musical Performances (02:56–04:48, 05:50–07:32)

• Riders of the Purple Sage perform evocative Western tunes, enhancing the atmosphere of camaraderie and nostalgia.

  • "I Want to Drink My Java from an Old Tin Can" (02:56)
  • "Among My Souvenirs" (05:50)

  "I want to drink my java from an old tin can while the moon goes riding high..."
  — Riders of the Purple Sage, (03:00)

3. The Twist Arrives: Letter from the Ranch's Owner (07:32–08:53)

• The ranch hands, Alflow and Jimmy Dean, are dismayed to learn their boss Tom Blanding won't visit in person due to illness and is instead sending his sister, Ruth, to oversee the business.

  "Be guided by her recommendations."
  — Alflow, reading Tom Blanding's letter (08:09)

• Their anxiety grows at the thought of being micromanaged by an outsider.

4. Ruth’s Secret Arrival and Mistaken Identities (10:05–19:40)

• Ruth Blanding, played by Virginia Mayo, arrives incognito at the town hotel and runs into Marty Montana, who spills the news about the upcoming rodeo.

• Ruth asks Marty not to reveal her real identity to the ranch boys; she wants to visit as a guest under the alias "Mary Smithers" to observe them unannounced.

  "Suppose you don't tell them who I am. I think perhaps I'll visit the ranch as a guest for a day or two."
  — Ruth Blanding (13:09)

• The ranch boys attempt a comedic plan to impress this "potential guest" with exaggerated personas ("millionaire from Boston" and "Harvard professor"), which Mary quickly sees through.

  "Surely you don't think I was gullible enough to believe your two cultured friends...?"
  — Ruth/Mary (18:32)

• In humorous and lively exchanges, Ruth ("Mary") lets the ruse slide, endears herself to the boys, and gleans insights into their true characters and the state of the ranch.

5. Building Tension: The Rodeo and Its Stakes (19:58–23:00)

• The big day arrives, and the boys note the rodeo's success is critical to the fate of the Circle R.

  "This rodeo is the difference in us making a big success or a big failure with Circle R."
  — Alflow (21:03)

• Ruth continues her charade but feels increasing guilt over not revealing herself, confiding her worries to Marty.

  "I'm in this thing so deep now...when I tell them who I am, they're very apt to quit. Beginning to worry me."
  — Ruth/Mary (20:00)

6. Climax: Confession and Resolution (23:03–27:12)

• Ruth decides to leave silently, instructing Marty to give the boys a letter of explanation after she's gone.

• The boys, upon reading the letter, realize they've misjudged her and race to the train station, just catching Ruth before her train departs in a classic chase scene.

  "Ruth Blanding, alias Mary Smithers. Ruth Blanding! What do you know? Well, I'll be up..."
  — Alflow, reading Ruth's letter (24:32) "Give me one reason how I can be useful and I'll go with you."
  — Ruth/Mary (26:52) "We need a queen for the rodeo. And believe me, you're it."
  — Alflow (26:57)

• Ruth agrees to return and serve as "Queen of the Rodeo," to everyone’s delight.

  "You know, I've always wanted to be a rodeo queen, so why should I turn down a golden opportunity?"
  — Ruth/Mary (27:01)

7. Finale and Afterword (29:16–29:43)

• Cottonseed Clark and the hosts thank Virginia Mayo and Marty Montana for their performances.

• Mayo discusses her enthusiasm for the West and her upcoming role as Queen of the Rodeo for Gene Autry’s LA show.

  "It's a real pleasure for me, Foy. I love anything that has to do with the West."
  — Virginia Mayo (29:19)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Be guided by her recommendations." — Alflow (08:09): The phrase that sets off the whole plot of mistaken impressions and reluctant compliance.
• "Suppose you don't tell them who I am..." — Ruth (13:09): Launches the playful intrigue of the episode.
• "Surely you don't think I was gullible enough..." — Ruth/Mary (18:32): Establishes Mary/Ruth’s quick wit and intelligence.
• "Give me one reason how I can be useful and I'll go with you." — Ruth (26:52): The key turning point where reconciliation and teamwork are forged.
• "We need a queen for the rodeo. And believe me, you're it." — Alflow (26:57): The joyful acceptance and gratitude toward Ruth.

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Timestamps for Key Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |--------------------------------------------|--------------| | Introduction & Musical Opening | 02:16–07:32 | | Ruth’s plan & arrival | 10:05–13:17 | | Boys’ comic act & Ruth’s skepticism | 13:38–19:00 | | Rodeo stakes clarified | 21:03–22:58 | | Confession & letter aftermath | 23:03–24:32 | | Dramatic train chase & resolution | 25:09–27:12 | | Virginia Mayo interview & reflection | 29:16–29:43 |

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Episode Tone and Style

• Upbeat, humorous, and heartfelt with classic Western warmth.
• The dialogue features witty banter, gentle ribbing, and genuine admiration for the spirit of the American West.
• The episode blends lighthearted schemes and wholesome suspense with themes of honesty, gratitude, and community.

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For New Listeners

"Alias Mary Smithers" is an engaging entry point into Old Time Radio Westerns, highlighting the genre's blend of humor, heart, and old-fashioned adventure—brought to life with restored audio, lively performances, and period-appropriate music. The show is both a nostalgic time capsule and a timeless narrative of trust, teamwork, and second chances.

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Transcript

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[Andrew Rines]

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 All Star Western Theater. Original air date is March 9, 1947 and the title is alias Mary Smithers.

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[Andrew Rines]

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[Andrew Rines]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

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[Marty Montana]

Is that guy with the binoculars watching us?

[Liberty Mutual Narrator]

Cut the camera. They see us.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Liberty Mutual Narrator]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Cottonseed Clark]

The bakers of Weber's Bread present your all star Western Theater.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

Listen alone singing a song.

[Cottonseed Clark]

From Hollywood comes your all star Western theater. Showering America's great western singers, Boy willing and the riders of the Purple sage. We welcome another return visit today from that great cowboy champion, Marty Montana. And proudly present as our guest one of the screen's brightest and loveliest stars, Ms. Virginia Mayo. My name is Cottonseed Clark and here are the riders of the purple sage.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

I want to drink my java from an Old tin can when the moon goes riding high I want to hear the call of the whiffwher I want to hear that coyote cry I want to feel the bad horse between my legs Riding him out on the rain Just to kick him in the side Making sure he's stepping fine out on the Texas plane. I want to hear the thunder as it booms and rolls I want to feel the rain in my face A thousand miles from city light Going a cowhand's way I want to sleep at night Neath the stars above where the cold moon shining down I want to cook my coffee over Texas cold 50 miles from town I want to drink my java from an old tin can While the moon goes rising high I want to hear the call out of whisper will I want to hear that child cry I want to feel my saddle horse between my leg Riding him out on the rain Just to kick him in the side make him show his second pride out on the Texas plain On the Texas.

[Cottonseed Clark]

In the early days, the cowboy's lonely routine gave him plenty of time. Who think about getting a herd together and starting a ranch of his own. And most important of all, finding a wife to help him enjoy a home with all its comforts and good food. Today, men enjoy their homes and good food too. And in the West, Weber's Bread is a part of that enjoyment. For Weber's Bread is really good bread, well mixed and well baked. Housewives who serve Weber's Bread regularly agree that it is an important item on their menu. So buy Weber's Bread next time you go shopping. Your family will enjoy the firm, even texture and distinctive flavor of Weber's Bread. Your favorite Western singers, the writers of the Purple Sage, turn to another of those grand old memory ballads which they sang for you a short time ago. Here it is again, at your request.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Among my souvenirs. There's nothing left for me all days that used to be.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

I live in.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Memory among my souvenirs Some letters Hoo A photograph or two I see a rose from you in among my symphony. My treasures and though they do their best to give me consolation I count them all upon and as the teardrop star I find a broken heart among my children.

[Cottonseed Clark]

The gate of our guest star carousel swings wide today for the grand entrance of the famous Samuel golden star, Miss Virginia Mayo. Theater goers are currently applauding her outstanding performance as Marie Derry in the best.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Years of our life.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Naturally, we of the All Star Western Theater are highly flattered that Ms. Mayo comes to us with her first Western story.

[Marty Montana]

Performance.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Her love for things western, however, has been evidenced by her many appearances at rodeos all over the country, where she has been a most familiar figure, not only as a famous star, but as a capable horsewoman. We're happy to present Ms. Virginia Mayo with the riders of the Purple Stage and Monte Montana and a story of the west written especially for her entitled Alias Mary Smithers. Things were going mighty well for the writers of the Purple Sage, for Al and Jimmy at the Circle, our dude ranch, until a letter arrived from the owner, old Tom Blanding of New York, which turns whatever gayety and good humor they possessed and the gloom and disgust.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

This beats all I ever heard of. It's bad enough having to operate this ranch by mail, but this is even worse.

[Cottonseed Clark]

I'm for writing them and tell him.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

To take his ranch and operate it himself or something. Say it doesn't make sense to me. Read the letter again. All right. Says, dear boys, I'm not a well man and cannot physically make my annual trip out west to see you boys. However, my sister Ruth will take my place with you this year. I will, of course, expect you to submit the books and business of the Circle R to her for approval. Also, please be guided by her recommendations. Sincerely yours, Tom Blanding. Be guided by her recommendations.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Well, I'll bet that old biddy wouldn't.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Even know a horse from a cow. And just as we're ready to spring our first annual Circle, our rodeo. Yeah.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Well, what if the old girl don't go for the idea?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Then that'll be just too bad for her. Especially since we've had Marty Montana here working on the ranch for a month. Well, it doesn't say when she's going to arrive. Well, I reckon she plans to slip up on us when we're not looking. Well, there's nothing else to do about it now, I reckon. That's right. We'll just face the old hen when she does get here. Right. Now, we better get moving. We told Marty we'd meet him at the hotel and move. Well, better hurry then. Come on, Dean, let's go. There you go.

[Marty Montana]

What can I do for you, ma'?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Am?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

How could I get transportation to the.

[Marty Montana]

Sickle RM Well, Homer Peterson generally carries.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Folk for a fee, of course.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Well, that's quite all right. I would expect to pay, of course.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

This being Thursday, you can ride out.

[Marty Montana]

With the boys what own the ranch. Drop in every Thursday noon just like a clock.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, splendid. They're all friends of mine in a way. I'll just wait for them. If you don't mind.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Not at all.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Not at all, ma'.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Am.

[Marty Montana]

Just have a seat over there on the chauffeonier.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Having you waiting around in my hotel lobby ain't going to hurt my business none at all. No, ma'.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Am. Do this.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Thank you.

[Marty Montana]

I reckon the boys ought to be here most any minute now, miss. Man alive, she's as pretty as a speckled guinea hen. Well, Abner, how's the hotel business?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Well, howdy, Mr. Montana.

[Marty Montana]

Hotel business fine? Fine's a frog's hair.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Got more cowboys stopping here than Carter has oats.

[Marty Montana]

House is full of them now. What's Em do for you? Oh, not a thing, Abner. I was just waiting on the Circle R boys. I promised to meet him here. And you ain't the only one that's waiting for him.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

No.

[Marty Montana]

See that young lady sitting over there on the chauffeur with her backstory? Yeah, I see it. Well, sir, you just mosey over in front of her and take a look at something that's prettier than a pink pony.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

It makes me want to go home and break every cup and saucer in the house.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

You say she's waiting for the boys.

[Marty Montana]

Of the Circle are, that's what said. If he was waiting on me, she wouldn't have to be waiting. Go on now.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Mosey over that way and get a look at it.

[Marty Montana]

Oh, I don't know. I don't go much for girls, Abner. Of course, I might just glance in that direction as I sort of pass by.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Glance my eye. If she don't stop you cold, I'll.

[Marty Montana]

Buy you the best hat in town. I'll remember that, Abner. And by the way, I gotta stop over to the saddle shop a minute and get a few bull Riggins and Halter Oaks and the boys come in, tell them I'll be right back.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yeah, sure. Shooting.

[Marty Montana]

Pardon me, ma'.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Am.

[Marty Montana]

Why, you're Ruth Branding, aren't you?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Yes, I am. Well, Marty Montana. How nice seeing you.

[Marty Montana]

Well, the same here, Ms. Rose. I haven't seen you since Madison Square Garden Rodeo.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

That's right. What are you doing in this part of the country?

[Marty Montana]

Oh, I'm staging rodeo here for the Circle R Ranch. It starts tomorrow afternoon and it runs for two days.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Circle River? Why, I knew nothing of it.

[Marty Montana]

Then I take it you just hit town.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Yes. Perhaps I better explain. You see, my brother and I own the Stickola and we knew nothing about these rodeo plans.

[Marty Montana]

Well, I hope I haven't talked out of school.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

No, Marty, not at all. It's Just that. Oh, forget it. I feel good knowing that you're in charge.

[Marty Montana]

Well, it should be a big event.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Ms. Ruth, I've never met the three boys. What are they like?

[Marty Montana]

Oh, they're fine boys, all of them. Just a little on the carefree side, though. But I'd say they're doing a mighty good job of running your ranch for you.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, I'm sure of that. But going into this rodeo is quite a large undertaking. I feel they should have consulted with my brother about it.

[Marty Montana]

Well, I'd hate to have them think that I told you about it, Ms. Ruth. So if you don't mind, just let on. Sort of like you didn't even run into me.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

And I've still a better idea. Suppose you don't tell them who I am. I think perhaps I'll visit the ranch as a guest for a day OR 2.

[Marty Montana]

But, Ms. Ruth, I don't think.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Don't worry.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I promise you everything will be all right. I have an idea. It'll be a lot of fun.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, I hope Monty has everything in order. Oh, you can bet that he does. That boy's on his toes. Hey, there's his car parked in front of the hotel. Maybe he's waiting for it.

[Marty Montana]

Let's go in and see.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Hey, do you guys see what I see? Well, I ain't blind, man. She's as pretty as a young colt. She's got all them suitcases with her. She might be a likely customer for our dude ranch. You know, there ain't a bit of harm in baiting her face. Ever use the same old gag? Yeah, but in a different way. She looks like one of them high class Easterners that's really put on the dog. Yeah, I'll act like a millionaire from Boston here somewhere. Good. And Dean, tell you what. You try the college professor act. Yeah. Now, I'll go on in, sit close enough for her to hear it. Then you boys come in and give her the work. Yeah, us being dressed up in these fancy suits, you'll really think we're dudes. When I give you the signal. Come on in.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Okay.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Howdy, ma'. Am. You mind if I sit here?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Why, not at all.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Thank you. Beautiful day.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Yes, lovely day.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, hello there, Mr.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Willing.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Fancy seeing you in town. Howdy, Mr. Loudermilk. How are you today? Oh, splendid, splendid. I've been wanting to tell you I have most stupendously enjoyed myself as a guest of the Circle R. Mighty proud to hear that, Mr. Loudermilk. Mighty proud. I suppose you've heard that I recently purchased controlling interest in the Circle R. Oh, it was very relaxing news, Mr. Willing. I was completely collaborated to hear about it. Most indicated, I assure you. Well, I'll see you at grub. I mean, dinner. Goodbye, Mr. Loudermilk. Hello, Miss. Will.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I take it you are the owner of the famous Cir D Rand?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, yes, ma'. Am. I thought I might as well purchase the property for myself instead of making all the money for the other man.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, that sounds nice. Tell me more.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, it's like this, ma'. Am. I've been operating the ranch for an old pipe ward in the East. When I heard he was going to send his mosey old maid sister out to tell me how to run things, well, I just up and buys him out, lock, stock and barrel.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Now, that's what I call a smart business move.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Mm. Now, here comes one of my customers. Big college professors from back East. Well, hello there, Mr. Willing.

[Andrew Rines]

I'm sorry.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Surprised to see you here. How are you enjoying your visit at the Circle R, professor? Oh, I ain't had such a good time since I done went and left Harvard. Glad to hear that. You're going to attend the big rodeo tomorrow, of course. Oh, natural, natural. It's a mighty incomprehensible sport. In fact, I hated that I missed last year's performance. Oh, I remember that. You got left behind in the rush. That's right. But I know that for the road or the wind. Well, see you at supper. By the way, professor, are you enjoying the food? The best I ever ate.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

The best I ever ate.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, goodbye. Nice seeing you, professor. Charmed, I'm sure.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

You know, I feel flattered sitting by a big rancher like you.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, think nothing of it. Now, I was just wondering if you might not be looking for a nice place to vacation.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

As a matter of fact, I am. And from the way those two distinguished gentlemen recommended the Circle are I should think my vacation problem is all solved.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, I'm sure you won't regret it, miss. I didn't get the name.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Perhaps it's because I haven't told you yet. It's Mary Smithers.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Proud to know you, Ms. Smithers. You're gonna be in time to see the big rodeo we're staging at the Circle Are.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, yes, I heard about the rodeo for Mr. Montana. He's an old friend of mine.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, that's nice. Well, how'd you ever meet him?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

It was a social affair in Boston.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

What was Marty Montana doing in a social affair?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Riding a bull.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Riding a bull? I see. Ms. Smithers suppose we ride on out to the ranch. I'll have the professor and Mr. Loudermilk ride with Marty when he gets back.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, splendid. And that'll give you an opportunity to tell me more about your ranching activities.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Good. Say, Abner. Yeah? Mr. Willing. What to do for you when Money. I tell him to bring The professor and Mr. Louder Milk that I've gone on. Yeah. Be proud to.

[Marty Montana]

Be proud to.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Who is this here?

[Marty Montana]

Professor and Mr. Buttermilk.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Louder milk.

[Marty Montana]

Oh, that's.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

That's them in there having a cup of coffee. Why, them two fellas. Never mind. Never mind who they are. Just tell them what I said.

[Marty Montana]

Ah, all right, but I don't get it.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

All right, Miss Mary, my car's in front of you. I'll take your things. You're sure going to like the Circle R, Miss Mary.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, I'm sure I will. I've never been on a dude ranch before.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, is that right? Well, we'll do our best to make things nice for you.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Incidentally, you trap all of your customers as you did me.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Trap? What do you mean, ma'? Am?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Surely you don't think I was gullible enough to believe your Two cultured friends, Mr. Loudermilk and the professor from Harvard?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, reckon you got me there. But you gotta admit it's a pretty good way to get customers.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I'm afraid you'll have to change your approach. It was rather hard to believe when a professor from Harvard complimented your food as the best he ever ate.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yeah, I reckon we did go a bit overboard.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

But now that you're forgiven, tell me more about all your ranch properties.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, it'll just bore you, Miss Mary.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, I'd love to hear about it. I believe you. You said you bought the Circle off.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, just to be plain truthful, Miss Mary, I didn't. But you see, I run the ranch.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

With my two partners, Mr. Loudermock and the Professor.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, yes, they're really Alflow and Jimmy Dean. We run the ranch for a miserly old skinned friend who lives in the East.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Is that so?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yeah, and he's all laid up with rheumatism or something this year. So instead of coming out himself, he's going to send his mosey old maid teacher to his sister out to spy on it.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Indeed.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

And we're just about to tell him to take this branch and go east with it. In fact, when this sister shows up, I'm going to.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

You're going to tell her off in no uncertain terms?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, something like that. Say, it's Getting late. We better drive up or we'll miss supper.

[Marty Montana]

Oh, hello, Ms. Ruth. Are the boys wife here yet?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Not yet, Marty. I'm in this thing so deep now that when I tell them who I am, they're very apt to quit. Beginning to worry me.

[Marty Montana]

Well, I'd hate to lose them if I owned this rank.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I'm afraid I should have told them I was Ruth Landing at the beginning.

[Marty Montana]

Well, how are you going to break it to them?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I don't know. I'm losing my nerve. But I have an idea way back in the back of my head that I may call him in a tight spot. Especially if the rodeo is a big success.

[Marty Montana]

Well, I wish you luck. And in the meantime, I'll do my best for the rodeo and say tomorrow's a big day.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Yes, and I'm sure you have lots to do between now and then, so I'll see you tomorrow.

[Marty Montana]

Okay.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

You ride up here in the front seat with me, Miss Mary. Al, you and Jimmy riding the back. Well, now, what's wrong with Miss Mary riding back here with us while you drive? Don't be funny, Mr. Loudy. Milk. Get right in, Miss Mary.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Thank you.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, we're rodeo bound and I just hope that 10,000 other people are going to do the same thing.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

This is a big day for you boys, isn't it?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, it sure is, Miss Mary. This rodeo is the difference in us making a big fish success or a big failure with Circle Arc.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Just where are you holding the rodeo? How far is it?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, it's just a couple of miles from the ranch here. Quilters town. And lots of parking space for customers. Of which we hope we have plenty off.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I wonder what your owners would think of this event.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, as for old man Blanding, he'd be all right. But I've never met this sister of his. I wish that old crow was here. Right now I'm in the mood to turn her over my knee and thank her good and then send her back east.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Is that so?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

You just ain't a woofing so. Say, a woman's got about as much business putting her nose into ranch as I have knit in the sweater. That's right. Especially that old hen sister of Brandy.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

You boys seem to know her well.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, we never met her in our lives, but she could look me in the face this very minute and I'd know her among a million.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I bet you would too. You're just naturally smart that way.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yeah, I reckon I am. Hey, you better step on it, Monty, to meet us at the back gate at 1:00'.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Clock.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

And it's that time now. Yeah, I guess we better. Right around this end, Ms. Mar. And we're there. Say, I'd like to see about 10 acres automobile planted out there to make this turn. Well, we'll know in a few seconds. Holy smoke, look at there. Man, oh man, we're in business. A thousand cars in itself. Full hour before the show starts.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Well, I guess you boys feel better now.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

You can say that a couple of hundred times and mean it. Yonder's money over the gate. Hand over to him. Say, how about old man Blandy and that old biddy of a sister of his that stern Handsprings may hear about this. Yeah, they sure would. Hi, Marty. How you doing?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Howdy, folks.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Howdy.

[Marty Montana]

Looks like this is a big day. How are you, Miss Mary?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I'm fine, Monty.

[Marty Montana]

Say, for you boys better hurry in the office and get all those prize money checks ready.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yeah, looks like now we'll have more than enough money to cover up.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I'll stay here with Monty. Boys, you run ahead.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Okay. See you later, Miss Mary.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Good luck to you.

[Marty Montana]

Say, Miss Mary, how about. Do the boys know who you are yet?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

No, Marty. And I'm not going to tell them until I'm gone.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

What do you mean?

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Well, there's a train leaving in half an hour and I'm going to be on it homeward bound.

[Marty Montana]

But, Miss Mary, this doesn't make sense.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

It's like this, Monty. I don't think those boys would ever forgive me for coming here under another name. They're doing a grand job and the rodeo is a success. Well, to tell the truth, I haven't the nerve to face them as Ruth Landing. They're already of the opinion that he's coming here to spy on them.

[Marty Montana]

Oh, I think they'd understand all right.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

No, they're Westerners, Monty, and I don't think they'd like to be deceived. I have my bags packed in my room.

[Marty Montana]

Well, I reckon you know what you're doing, but I think you're plumb wrong.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

You let me borrow your car?

[Marty Montana]

Sure, that's it, right over there.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Thanks. I'll leave it at the railroad station. And Monty, after I've been gone an hour, give them this letter. It will explain everything to him.

[Marty Montana]

All right, Miss Ruth, and good luck to you.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Thanks. And same to you, Monty.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Oh, boy, it's going great, Monty. Boys, this is what you call a good rodeo.

[Marty Montana]

Yes, sir, and I'm glad to be a part of it.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Say, Miss Mary is setting up in one of the boxes?

[Marty Montana]

Yeah. Yeah, that's right.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Well, go up and bring her down here. I think maybe she'd like to watch things from behind the chute. Yeah, I'll get her right away.

[Marty Montana]

Just a minute, Al.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

That.

[Marty Montana]

Boy, she really ain't up there.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

What do you mean?

[Marty Montana]

Well, I have a letter here for you that I'm supposed to wait an hour to give you, but I'm going to give it to you right now.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Let's see the letter. Yeah.

[Marty Montana]

What's it all about?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yeah. What you say? I don't know. We'll see. Dear boys, I hope you'll forgive me for deceiving you, but I couldn't face you now. I think you're all wonderful and the way you're running the circle are is perfect. I know my brother Tom will be happy of the success you're making. Best of luck always. I'll never forget you with affection. Ruth Blanding, alias Mary Smithers. Ruth Blanding. What do you know? Well, I be up. So will I. Just a minute. Yes, by the time you get this, I'll be well on my way home. Now, that don't beat. All I ever heard of. Yeah.

[Marty Montana]

Say, just in case you guys would like to know, you might make it to the depot before the train pulls out.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Quit. Dean, what time is it?

[Cottonseed Clark]

Straight up?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

1:30. Oh, it's train time right now.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Maybe it's late. Come on, boys.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

We're heading for the depot. Keep the rodeo going, Marty. Okay, boys, Step on it. He's all the way to the floorboard. Well, the sweet armor don't say but 95. There's a deep one. No train. Well, maybe it hasn't come in yet. No, boys, we're too late. The honesty goes around. Horseshoe curve. Already pulled out. You're wrong if you think we're late. We're stopping that train. Come on, let's keep it going.

[Cottonseed Clark]

The road runs right alongside the track.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

For about five miles.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

We'll give her the gas.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Okay. Here goes. Hey. The engineer sees the slave turn to stop. Hey. Crazy, though. He's gonna know something's wrong. Hey. Hey. I believe he does. Hey, he's pulling up. Point down the track, Floyd. Maybe he'll think something's wrong. Yeah, he's got it now. He's gonna stop the minute he stops. Let's board the train and get her out of there. Yeah. Hey. Oh, something terrible's happening.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Come on, boys, let's get her out of there.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Don't waste time talking. See? I'll bet we have to make every car here before we can find her. No say, there she is, Miss Mary.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

What do you boys up to now?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Now look here, Miss Mary. I mean, Miss Ruth. You're coming back with us.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Perhaps I'd better stay right where I am.

[Marty Montana]

Make up your mind.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

I left you a note of explanation. Besides, it seems you have no use at all for an osy old crow like me.

[Marty Montana]

If they don't want shit. And I'll take your sister.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Now look here, Ms. Ruth. You better forget all of that. Yeah, we need you to rank. We sure do, Ms. Ruth.

[Marty Montana]

They want to make a slave out of you, Miss. Pay him no mind.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Shut up.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Give me one reason how I can be useful and I'll go with you.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

All right.

[Marty Montana]

Well, you better think up.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

We need a queen for the rodeo. And believe me, you're it.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

You know, I've always wanted to be a rodeo queen. So why should I turn down a golden opportunity?

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

That's a girl. Well, Good for you, Ms. Root. I'll get your bag and let's get going.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Coast to the queen.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

All macy way.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Thank you, Ms. Virginia Mayo, our guest star, will return in a few moments. Friends and neighbors and here again are.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

The riders at the purple stage. When it's round of the time in.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

Texas and the boom is on the stage there arm could be in Texas Back a riding on the rain this smell of vape and frying when it's.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Sizzling in the pan Here's a breakfast.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

Porn in the early morning Drinking coffee from a can Just riding rock and roping sun leather all day long Just.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Playing, flapping, swearing Listen to a cowhand song how it beckons and I reckon I would work for any wave Just to be again to be free again.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

When the blue m on the.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Yes.

[Cottonseed Clark]

The women folks had a real part in the development of the West. Whether they lived in the frontier towns or on a remote ranch in the cattle country, their contribution was the home. And today the bakers of Weber's Bread make a real contribution to the homes in your community.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Cottonseed Clark]

Weber's Bread has a firm, even texture, a golden brown crust and a distinctive flavor that make it appealing to the.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Eye and satisfying to the appetite as.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Toast for breakfast, sandwiches for lunch.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Or in between snacks. And when served with dinner meals, your.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Entire family will like. The bread in the blue gingham wrapper, it's Weber's Bread. Buy some tomorrow. And now let's welcome back our Guest for star for today, sweet and lovely, Miss Virginia Mayo.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Miss Mayo, there's no need to tell you how proud we are to have you as our guest star today.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

It's a real pleasure for me, Foy. I love anything that has to do with the wet.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

And speaking of the west, we're here that you're to be the Queen of the Rodeo for Gene Autry's big show here in Los Angeles.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

That's right. And I'm thrilled about it.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

And I know there will be thousands of rodeo fans that will receive even a greater thrill.

[Ruth Blanding / Mary Smithers]

Oh, that would make me awful happy. And again, thanks for a nice visit with you boys and my good friend, Monty Montana.

[Marty Montana]

I'm proud to be here. Thank you.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

It's been grand having you and we'll all look forward to your return. In the meantime, we'll be seeing you on the screen. Goodbye and thanks, Ms. Virginia Mayo. And to you, Monty Montana.

[Cottonseed Clark]

Here they are, folks. Men of the west from out of the west with a real song of the West. The Monoca's great Western singers. The riders of the purple Sage and.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Tumbling tumbleweeds Them tumbling down Fling their love to the ground Only the tree I'll be found Drifting along with the tumbling tumbleweeds and at a fashion behind oh, where to go that I find Just where the trailer was. Drifting along with the tumbling tumbleweeds I know when night is let A new.

[Riders of the Purple Sage / Singer]

World born at dawn.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

I'll keep rolling along Deep in my heart is a soul Here on the range I belong Drifting along with the tumbling humble we.

[Cottonseed Clark]

On Hollywood, you've heard your All Star Western Theater. A BM Bear production. Starring America's great Western singers, Boy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage. We've welcomed a return visit from the great cowboy champion, Marty Montana. And we've been honored by a visit from the screen's outstanding star, Ms. Virginia Mayo. Ms. Mayo's currently being and Samuel Goldman's the Best Years of Our Lives. My name is Cotton Sid Clark. This program came to you from Columbia Square.

[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Marty Montana]

Is that guy with the binoculars watching us?

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

I got it.

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[Marty Montana]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

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[Alflow (Circle R Ranch)]

Sam.