Brimstone Brewster | The Lone Ranger (01-09-52)

Summary

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Podcast Summary: Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Brimstone Brewster | The Lone Ranger (01-09-52)
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Date: September 3, 2025

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Overview

This episode presents a digitally restored classic broadcast of The Lone Ranger, focusing on the episode “Brimstone Brewster,” originally aired January 9, 1952. The story dives into railroad expansion in the Old West, exposing corruption and the fight for justice as the Lone Ranger and his companions help defend a rancher, Brimstone Brewster, from a devious scheme involving forged legal documents and attempted land theft.

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Key Discussion Points & Plot Breakdown

1. Setting the Scene: Railroad Expansion & Deception

• The Lone Ranger, Tonto, and Dan Reed arrive at the town of Little Falls, investigating schemes surrounding railroad expansion.
  • “The Lone Ranger had uncovered many underhanded schemes based on the railroad’s expansion.” — Narrator (04:45)
• A suspicious night-time encounter at the tax collector’s office triggers the investigation into Deputy Paulson.

2. Suspicious Activity at the Tax Office

• The Lone Ranger and Dan Reed see Deputy Paulson altering something by candlelight in the tax office.
  • “He seemed to be changing an entry. …He’s putting out the candle. Leave before he comes out.” — Lone Ranger (06:53)

3. Paulson’s Scheme Emerges

• Sheriff Jackson is away and Deputy Paulson is in charge, partnering with a railroad agent named Gibson.
• Gibson needs a right of way through Brewster’s property; Paulson claims Brewster is impossible to negotiate with.
  • “He hates railroads more than anything else. He’d probably shoot you on sight if he knew you were with the railroad.” — Paulson to Gibson (08:42)
• Paulson sends his assistant Grant to pressure Brewster, hinting at legal threats and eviction.

4. Dan and Tonto’s Subterfuge: Gathering Intel

• Dan fakes causing a ruckus with Tonto to get Tonto jailed, placing him near enough to overhear goings-on in the sheriff’s office.
  • “If I’d been arrested, I’d be in the jail cell and I'd be close enough to hear what goes on at the sheriff’s desk.” — Dan Reed (08:04)

5. Conspiracy is Confirmed

• Tonto learns Paulson plans to serve Brewster with an “eviction” to provoke violence, making way for Brewster’s removal and illegal acquisition of his ranch:
  • “Paulson intends to get it for him [Gibson]. …If Brewster refuses to sell out, Paulson intends to serve an eviction notice. Is that legal, sir?” — Dan and Lone Ranger (13:16)
  • “Paulson must know that Grant will be shot by Brimstone Brewster. I wonder if that is what he wants.” — Lone Ranger (15:32)

6. Intervention: Preventing a Deadly Confrontation

• The Lone Ranger and Tonto intercept Grant, discovering the “eviction notice” is actually blank paper designed to bait violence.
  • “You thought Paulson was sending a man to evict you... If you had seen a lawman, you’d have shot at him in defense. He’d have shot you. You’d have been killed or in jail.” — Lone Ranger to Brewster (21:04)

7. Confrontation and Exposure of Paulson

• Paulson attempts to convince Mrs. Brewster to sign over the ranch, using legal charges against her husband as coercion.
  • “Jim is sure to hang unless he has a mighty fine lawyer. …You just sign right here.” — Paulson to Mrs. Brewster (26:30)
• The Lone Ranger, Tonto, and allies reveal Grant was unharmed and expose Paulson’s ploy, bringing in all parties.
  • “You should have looked to see if Grant was shot. You outsmarted yourself, Paulson.” — Brewster to Paulson (26:30)
  • “You probably collected more than you should have and pocketed the difference between that and the tax called for with the actual assessment. …So you sneaked into the office at night and raised the assessment…” — Lone Ranger to Paulson (27:14)

8. Justice Restored

• Paulson, caught and wounded when he tries to shoot his way out, is arrested and slated for jail until Sheriff Jackson returns.
• Honest negotiations will ensure Brewster only sells the land actually needed for the railroad, resolving the crisis.
  • “We’ll have no trouble reaching an agreement, Brewster, now that we’re together. Paulson saw to it that we didn’t meet face to face.” — Gibson (28:35)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Brimstone Brewster’s Temper:

  • “Brimstone Brewster? Well, that’s what everyone calls Brewster on account of his hot temper. Oh, I see. He’ll fight at the drop of a hat. He hates railroads more than anything else.” — Paulson (08:42)

• On Outmaneuvering Corruption:

  • “He set things up so I’d think Brewster killed Grant. That’s right, Paulson.” — Brewster and Lone Ranger (27:11)
  • “You want people on your side, Paulson. Try playing a straight game.” — Lone Ranger (29:17)

• Reassurance of Justice:

  • “It looks like the folks will all get tax refunds. And Paulson, you’re the one to make those refunds. As long as your cash holds out.” — Brewster (29:49)
  • “I’m glad we had the chance to serve your community. …He’s the Lone Ranger!” — Lone Ranger and closing affirmation (30:07)

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Important Timestamps

• 04:45 — The scheme to defraud ranchers with railroad expansion is introduced.
• 06:53 — Discovery of suspicious ledger changes by Paulson.
• 08:42 — Paulson discusses Brewster’s refusal to sell and railroad’s dilemma.
• 13:16 — Tonto’s note reveals Paulson’s intention to serve a false eviction.
• 19:10 — The Lone Ranger intercepts Grant to prevent deadly violence.
• 21:04 — The Lone Ranger explains the blank eviction notice to Brewster.
• 26:30 — Paulson tries to get Mrs. Brewster’s signature under duress; the trap is sprung.
• 27:14 — Lone Ranger exposes Paulson’s altered tax records and fraudulent actions.
• 29:49 — Justice prevails; Brewster and the community are vindicated.

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Tone and Style

The episode maintains the earnest, clear-spoken heroism characteristic of classic Lone Ranger broadcasts, complete with suspenseful confrontations, clever subterfuge, and a strong sense of right triumphing over wrongdoing. Dialogue is sharp, occasionally witty, and always in the direct, upright tone fitting the mythos of the series.

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Conclusion

“Brimstone Brewster” showcases why the Lone Ranger is celebrated as a champion of justice: quick-witted, unassailable in morals, and devoted to protecting the innocent from powerful deception. The story blends action and intrigue in a crisp, dramatic arc with timeless Western values, now brought vividly to life through modern digital restoration.

“He’s the Lone Ranger!” — closing affirmation (30:07)

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Transcript

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[Andrew Rines]

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[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty high o. Silver the Lone Ranger.

[Andrew Rines]

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[Andrew Rines]

Saith Companion Tottle the daring and resourceful.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Mask rider of the Plains led the fight for law and order in the early Western United States. Nowhere in the pages of history can one find a greater champion of justice. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver.

[Andrew Rines]

The Lone Ranger rides again. Horse Silver let go because Silver Hooray.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Before the railroad tracks could be extended through the west, many agents traveled over the proposed right of way to Secure property rights. There were countless schemes by which dishonest men hoped to get a share of the money that was being spent so freely. The Lone Ranger had uncovered many underhanded schemes based on the railroad's expansion. So when he learned that new tracks were to be laid through the town of Little Falls, he rolled to the vicinity with Totto and his teenage nephew, Dan Reed. It was night when the three rode slowly through the main street of the town. The buildings were dark. A new moon gave only feeble light to reveal the deserted street and the watering trough in front of the general store.

[Andrew Rines]

Here.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

The masked man signaled a halt.

[Andrew Rines]

We'll let our horses drink. Easy. Better dismount, Dan. He's got your legs. Good idea. Steady, Golly. Been a long time in the saddle. How much farther are we going, sir? Oh, about two miles. We camp in a woods south of town. That good place. Have you been here before, sir? Oh, about five years ago, Dan. That was when they were raising money to build a city hall. Oh, yes. I remember Tano telling about how you caught the crooks who tried to steal the building fund. I didn't do it alone, Dan. I merely helped. Sheriff Jackson. City hall. Plenty. Fine building. Is that it across the street? Ah, Tono, there's a light. One of the offices. You can see it through the window shade. Sheriff Jackson may be working overtime. Is that light in the sheriff's office? I don't know, Dan, but we'll find out. I want to talk to Jackson. I plan to have Tono ride into town tomorrow and ask him to visit our camp. It will be much better if I talk to him tonight. Shall we cross the street and see if he's in, sir? Yes. You stay here with the horses, Tuttle.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

With Dan Reed at his side, the tall masked man crossed the street to the lighted window. Peering into the room, they saw that the light came from a candle that had been placed on the floor beside a heavy ledger that had apparently been taken from an open safe that stood nearby. A man squatting on the floor was writing in the ledger. That man wore a badge.

[Andrew Rines]

Looks like a sheriff's badge. That man isn't Sheriff Jackson. He must be a deputy. Golly. I wonder what he's doing. Yes, I wonder. Doesn't look like a sheriff's office. It isn't. It's the office of the tax collector. Then what's the deputy sheriff doing there? That's what I'd like to know, Dan. Why is he working on the floor by candlelight? Why doesn't he light the Oil lamp on the desk. Possibly because he wants to attract as little attention as possible. The dim light, the drawn shade. He's finished. He's putting away the ledger. He seemed to be changing an entry. Mundane. He's putting out the candle. Leave before he comes out.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

During the ride from town to camp, the Lone Ranger told Toto what he had seen. The following morning found the Indian and Dan Reed back in town to gather information. They learned that Sheriff Jackson was away from Little Falls and would not return for several weeks. Deputy Paulson, the man Dan had seen in the tax office, was in charge. From the street, Dan and Tottle could see Paulson at the sheriff's desk. He was talking to a man in the clothing of an Easterner. Though the door was open, a low voiced conversation could not be heard.

[Andrew Rines]

Galli Talo. Lone Ranger would sure like to know more about Deputy Paulson. Feller him talked to come from east. Maybe him railroad man. I wish I'd been arrested last night. Huh? Why you say that, Dan? Because if I'd been arrested, I'd be in the jail cell and I'd be close enough to hear what goes on at the sheriff's desk. See how near the barred door is. Hmm. That may be good idea. We go away, talk over plan.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Unnoticed, Dan and Toto moved away. Meanwhile, the deputy talked to a man named Gibson who represented the railroad.

[Andrew Rines]

Mr. Gibson, I've done a lot of thinking since you and I talked yesterday. I'm glad you came to me before you called on Brimstone Brewster. Brimstone Brewster? Well, that's what everyone calls Brewster on account of his hot temper. Oh, I see. He'll fight at the drop of a hat. He hates railroads more than anything else. He'd probably shoot you on sight if he knew you were with the railroad. But Paulson, if we try to run the tracks around the Brewsterland, we'll have to go through the mountains. That's out of the question. We must have the right of way on Brewster's ranch. We'll pay a fair price based on the assessed value of the property. Well, money would never change Brewster's mind. He said that yesterday. If Brewster refuses to listen to reason, I'll have to try legal action. You'd have to wait for the sheriff to return. He'll be gone for weeks. What's more, the sheriff would be against legal action because he knows it'd lead to gunplay and bloodshed. No farther ahead than I was yesterday. I'll call on Brewster and have a talk. He may not be as Bad as you think. I've been waiting 24 hours. I'm working on your problem. I sent my assistant to see Brewster. Oh, you did? Yes, yes, he'll sound out the old fire eater. He'll be back in a little while. Why didn't you say so in the first place?

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

What the Sam Hills yells and shouts outside brought the sheriff's deputy and the railroad man to their feet. An instant later, a boy who looked wide eyed with fear rushed through the door.

[Andrew Rines]

Help me. Help.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

He was pursued by a tall Indian.

[Andrew Rines]

Now hold on here. Wait a minute. Take it easy. Stand still, redskin, or I'll let daylight through you. That Indian's after me. Let me get you. Me teach you try ride Indian horse. Quiet. Why is he chasing you, son? He saw me standing next to his horse. He yelled at me. I ran and he chased me. You take Indian horse? I wasn't gonna touch your horse. Me fix you. Help me teach you a lesson. Hold it. Thinking of drawing a gun, huh? Well, I'll take that shooting iron. You were a stranger in town, boy. Yes, sir, Sheriff, if you'll please hold that Indian long enough for me to buy a few supplies and leave. Do not hold me. Oh, no. Well, you just walk straight to that bar door. Do not tell me me not break law. Get going. The charge is disturbing the peace. Now move. Golly. Sheriff, thanks. It's all right, boy. I'll see if the engines held long enough. Let you leave town safely. Right in there, engine. Thanks again. That'll hold you. Now, Gibson, we'll get back to our conversation. What about that Indian's horse? I'll take care of it when I go out. Hello, Paulson. Oh, hello, Grant. Glad you're back. I made it as fast as I could. Shake hands with Mr. Gibson. Gibson, this is Grant, my assistant. Pleasure. He's the man I sent to call on Brimstone Brewster. Oh, yes, yes. Did you see Brewster? Yeah, I saw him. He's sure hard to talk to. The minute I mentioned that he might have a chance to make some easy cash by selling land to the railroad he blew up. Did he draw a gun on you, Grant? No, no, but he said he'd be waiting with his rifle ready for anyone who tried to take away his land. Doesn't he understand that I'll make a fair offer? I tried to tell him that, but he wouldn't listen. Well, I'll talk to him, but Paulson is. Just give me a chance, Gibson. Now, you go back to the hotel and wait there until you hear from me. I May be able to talk some sense into Brimstone Brewster. All right, Tonto.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Behind the door of steel bars was within a few steps of the sheriff's desk and in a fine position to hear all that went on. When the railroad man had left, the acting sheriff turned to his young assistant.

[Andrew Rines]

Sit down, Grant. Thanks. Did you tell Brewster what I said? Yeah. I told him he'd be smart to sell to the railroad. I told him that if he refused, there were legal steps that could be taken to make him sell. Then he got mad. I wonder if it is legal to take away a man's property. As you say, Grant, are you questioning my knowledge of the law? Well, no. But I can't help wondering why the railroad doesn't try to buy just enough land for the tracks and let Bruce to keep the rest of his property. Maybe a deal like that could be worked out. Grant, you're new in this job. You're merely on probation. If you want me to recommend you to the sheriff when he returns, you'd better do as you're told without question. All right, Paul. That railroad has its own way of doing business. It has the backing of the government. One stubborn man can't be allowed to block expansion of the railroad. No, sir. I'll call on Brewster and tell him where he stands. If that doesn't bring him to terms, I'll serve him with an eviction notice. But you know that's illegal. Illegal or not, I intend to evict him. If he thinks he has a case, he can take it to court. He'll probably never realize he has a case.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

A little later, the same one day, Dan Reed rode into camp and told the Lone Ranger what he had learned. Then he told of the trick by which Tahoe had been locked in the cell where he could hear the conversation in the sheriff's office.

[Andrew Rines]

I waited in a clump of trees behind the building where I could watch the barred window in the jail cell without being seen. When I saw Tano's signal, I made sure the coast was clear, then ran up to the window and picked up the note he dropped. Here it is, sir. I didn't stop to read it. See, he says the acting sheriff is trying to help a man named Gibson, the representative of the railroad. The acting sheriff is named Paulson. He's the man we saw last night in the tax office. Yes, Dan. What else does Tono say? Sir, Gibson apparently wants all the land belonging to Brimstone Brewster. Paulson intends to get it for him. All the land? That's what Tonneau says I don't know why the railroad needs all of Brewster's land. I know that ranch. It's big. He says if Brewster refuses to sell out, Paulson intends to serve an eviction notice. Is that legal, sir? I doubt it, Dan. I think Paulson is up to something. Looked that way when we saw him last night working on that ledger in the tax office. I wonder why he was doing that. Then I'll settle silver, then call on Brimstone Brewster to see what he has to say.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

To avoid meeting ranch hands who would ask questions about his mask. The Lone Ranger and Dan approached from behind the Brewster ranch house. They blew rein near the back door, dismounted and walked around the side of the building. As they neared the front porch, they heard heated voices.

[Andrew Rines]

Lord, says a man, can you run off his own property. Then I'm against the law. Brewster, you're a stubborn fool. Don't you call me a fool, Paulson. Wait here, Dan. The railroad will pay you 10% over the assessed. I'll not sell at any price. In that case, they'll have to serve you with an eviction. A man who brings an eviction had better be geared for gunplay because I'll be waiting with my rifle. You wouldn't dare shoot a lawman, Brewster. I'll shoot anyone who tries to take away my property. I'll clear out, Paulson, or I'll start on you. Clear out that till you get. There'll be a man here with a notice in the morning. If there is, I'll shoot him.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

The Lone Ranger and Dan Reed withdrew from the ranch without being seen and returned to camp. A little later, Toto arrived. Toto unsaddled his horse while the masked man told of the trip to Brewster's ranch. Then the Indian nodded and said from.

[Andrew Rines]

Ranch, Paulson, come to office. Him have argument with Grant. Me here. Paulson in Jabba Sheriff only two months before that, him in tax office. That made it easy for him to get at the ledger. But why did he want to work on that ledger? That remains to be learned, Dan. Go on, Toto. Paulson, tell Grant go see Brewster in mourning and serve eviction notice. Grant say it not legal. Paulson, tell Grant do as told. No argument. Then what? Then Paulson unlocks cell door. Tell me clear out of town. Paulson must know that Grant will be shot by Brimstone Brewster. I wonder if that is what he wants. I'd like to see that.

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[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

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[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

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[Andrew Rines]

Did you notice? Maybe we meet Grant on trail in morning. That, Toto, is just what we'll do.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

The curtain falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger adventure before the next exciting scenes. Please permit us to pause for just a few moments.

[Andrew Rines]

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[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Now to continue. The following morning, with a sealed envelope folded and tucked into the pocket of his shirt, Deputy Grant rode hard along the trail from town toward the ranch of the Brimstone Brewster. He didn't know that the fiery tempered rancher was ready to shoot. Neither did he know that a masked man and an Indian were waiting at the side of the trail. The two men and their horses were concealed by a dense clump of underbrush. Firing one shot into the air, the masked man leaped into view with Tonto at his heels and shouted, ren In St.

[Andrew Rines]

Your horse. You covered. Ho. Ho. Ho ho, boy. Outlaws.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Grant drew the reins with his left hand while his right dropped to his holster.

[Andrew Rines]

Hold it. Don't draw that gun. Now dismount.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Grant hesitated. He eyed the masked man's steady gun and knew it would be foolhardy to disobey the sharp command. He dismounted and raised his hand slowly.

[Andrew Rines]

All right, you win. For the time being. Take his gun, Toto. You. You're the engine who is jailed, isn't that right? Well, if this is your idea of getting even with the law, you. Nonsense. Nonsense. Grant. Otto and I are for the law. 100% for the law. Then why'd you Stop me. I want to see a document you're taking to Jim Brewster. Hey, I'd like to see the kind of eviction notice Paulson has prepared. Did you see the document, Grant? No, Paulson gave it to me sealed. All right, look. Blank paper. It would serve Paulson's purpose as well as anything because you wouldn't have the chance to hand it to Brewster. Why did he send me with blank paper? He knows Brewster will shoot as soon as he sees you with what appears to be an eviction notice. You'd have to shoot to defend yourself. Either you or Brewster is to be shot. Why? I think Paulson wants Brewster out of the way. It doesn't matter whether you shoot him in self defense or he's hanged for shooting you. If that's the case, you'll find out. I'll try your hands. Not on your life, are you? Hold still. This is merely a precaution, Grant. Otto, I'm going to call on Brewster. You take Grant to camp where you can watch him.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

As the Lone Ranger approached Brimstone Brewster's house, this time from the front, he saw the rancher seated on the porch steps with a Winchester across his knees. Then Brewster was on his feet with his rifle pointed at the masked man.

[Andrew Rines]

All right, this mouth. Raise your hands and state your business with. Easy, said the big fellow. Lower the rifle, Brewster. I'm not from the sheriff's office. I can tell that from the mask. You are here on Stephen's business. I'm here to show you a sheet of blank paper. An envelope that held it, eh? This is what the acting Sheriff Paulson gave to his assistant to give you blank paper. You thought Paulson was sending a man to evict you le Chevy. If you had seen a lawman, you'd have shot at him in defense. He'd have shot you. You'd have been killed or in jail. Then it would have been too late to tell you that there's no legal way Paulson can order you off your property. Now, if you'll help Brewster, we may be able to expose his crooked scheme. I won't promise to help you, mister, but I'll listen while you talk some more. Tell me what you got in.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Later that morning, Paulson and the railroad man were once more together in the sheriff's office. A heavy ledger from the tax office in the same building lay open on the desk.

[Andrew Rines]

Well, there's the assessment on the Brewster ranch, Gibson. Much higher than I thought it would be. You're sure there's no mistake? Oh, of course. I'm sure. Wasn't I the tax commissioner until a few weeks ago? You can talk to the new commissioner if you want to, but he can only show you these records. He's in his office right now. I just borrowed the ledger from him if you'd like to see him. Oh, that's not necessary. You have the map showing the Brewster property? Right here. Based on the assessment, the land we'll need for the right of way is actually worth about $1,000. Well, maybe so, Gibson, but that land is worth a lot more to you. Unless you have it, you'll have to tunnel through the mountains. 5,000 is tops. But I should make the offer direct to Bruce. Oh, no, no, no, no. Let me handle him, Gibson. I want to prevent gunplay. I've sent Grant to soften him up. I know how to deal with Brewster. Someone just threw rain outside. Maybe Grant is back. It's about time, Sarah. You back again? There's plenty of trouble at Brewster place. Trouble? Yeah. Me see fella named Grant ride to Brewster ranch a little later. Me hear gunshot. Ride closer. See Grant face down on ground near ranch house. Great Scott. Did Brewster shoot him? We see Brewster on porch with rifle. It's murder. Hey, Bartch, you come with me. We're going to arrest the killer. Now. You, Indian, do you think there's a chance that Grant might be alive? Tell me. Go there and find out. What? You're going back to the Brewster ranch? That's right. And you come with me. But Paulson suggested I wait here. We say you go.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Paulson and a townsman named Bart rode quickly to the Brewster ranch. As they approached the house, they saw Grant's horse at ground hitch nearby. Grant lay face down on the grass brimstone. Brewster was waiting calmly on the porch steps.

[Andrew Rines]

Don't move, Brewster. I have you covered. It's all high. Touch that rifle and we'll open fire. Who's moving? You consider yourself under arrest. Who? Me. What's your charge, Paulson? I am taking you in for shooting Grant. If he's dead, the charge is murder. Who says I shot him? Seems to me you're taking a lot for granted. Stick out your hands. Hand cover me. Yes. I'm taking no chances with you now. I'll step inside the house for a minute and talk to Mrs. Boostie. Oh, I've heard everything, Sheriff. Poor Jim thought he was justified in protecting his property. I'll try to stop crying, Mrs. Mr. You will have to see that Jim has a lawyer that's smart enough to convince the jury that Jim was only defending his property. Lawyer. But that'll take money. You must have cash on hand. No, only a few dollars. That's bad. It would take 1,000 to bring the right kind of lawyer from a big city. Oh, no, Mrs. Brewster, I know this isn't the right time to talk business, but you'll need cash to save Jim's life. I've already told your husband that the railroad wanted to buy this ranch. You told him it'd be taken away if he didn't sell. Maybe Jim misunderstood. The fact is, there's still time to sell. In fact, maybe I could help you. Yes, I know I can help. Just let me borrow pen and ink and some paper there on the desk. That's fine. I'll sit here and write an agreement.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

Deeply absorbed in writing, Paulson didn't know what went on outside the house. Bates, who had been left outside to guard Brewster, was amazed to see Deputy Grant rise uninjured from the ground and approach the porch. Drawing a handcuff key from his pocket while he unlocked the handcuffs, Grant assured Bates that there was no cause for holding Brewster and convinced him there was reason to believe that Paulson himself was crooked. Bates agreed to aid in the plan to expose the acting sheriff. Then Tottle arrived with Gibson. They went with Brewster, Bates and Grant to the back of the house where the Lone Ranger waited with Dan Reed. Dan remained with the horses. The masked man and the others silently entered the back door as Paulson finished writing there.

[Andrew Rines]

Mrs. Brewster, this is a 10 day option. I'll give you $50 when you sign it. An option? Yes. Gives me the right to buy this ranch, exclusive of the livestock and equipment, for $5,000. 5,000? But it's worth much more. It's more than the railroad would pay. It's more than anyone in town would pay. Furthermore, Mrs. Brewster, you'll raise considerably more cash by selling the cattle. You're going to need cash for a lawyer. But it's Jim's ranch. He's the one to sell it. Well, I'll talk to him later. He couldn't sell it without your signature anyhow. That's why I want you to sign now, while I'm here. And I'll talk to Jim when we reach town. Well, I don't know. Jim is sure to hang Mrs. Brewster, unless he has a mighty fine lawyer. And he'll probably face the hanging rather than ask you to give up this ranch. I know, but if he sees you've already signed, you're willing to give it up. Well, he'll Feel different now. You just sign right here. Don't sign. Gibson. You here? We're all here, Paulson. Grant. See here. What, Brewster? Yes. You should have looked to see if Grant was shot. You outsmarted yourself, Paulson. Mask. Who are you? He's the man who baited the trap for you, Paulson. He's the one who figured you wanted me to be shot by Brewster so's you could put pressure on Brewster and his wife to sell you this ranch for $5,000. Price I agreed to pay for only a narrow strip of land across the ranch. Then you'd own the rest of the property and it wouldn't cost you a cent. Now, wait. Listen. I can explain. Paulson. You lied to Brewster. You didn't tell him I wanted to buy only a strip for the railroad tracks. You told him I wanted to buy all of his property. That's what you told me. Parson shakes your life. I'd be glad to sell part of the land to the railroad. Why not? We'll have no trouble reaching an agreement, Brewster, now that we're together. Paulson saw to it that we didn't meet face to face. Oh, that mask man engineered this deal, huh? He set things up so I'd think Brewster killed Grant. That's right, Paulson. I suspected you of something underhanded when I saw you changing records in the tax ledger. You saw me? When you were in the tax office. You probably collected more than you should have and pocketed the difference between that and the tax called for with the actual assessment. A new collector replaced you. You knew you'd be exposed unless the ranchers continued to pay the same amount of tax. Isn't that true? You. So you sneaked into the office at night and raised the assessment in the ledger so taxes would remain the same amount you'd collected. You're smart, mister. I don't know how you knew all that, but call it. Call it a shot in the dark post. And it seems to have found the mark. I'll kill you for this. Oh, my arm. What a draw. You hit, mister? No, Brewster. It's a good thing you were fair showing the drawer. Worst man I ever saw. I'd draw, Paulson. My arm's broken. We'll dress it for you, Paulson. You were in on the frame up, Grant. So was Mrs. Brewster. You're all against me. You want people on your side, Paulson. Try playing a straight game. Come on. Hollow Dan's waiting. Good Lord, missy. Yes, we're almighty obliged to you. Yes, you've been a great help to the railroad. Yep. And to me. To everyone around here. It looks like the folks will all get tax refunds. And Paulson, you're the one to make those refunds. As long as your cash holds out. Oh, Grant Paulson should be held in jail until the sheriff returns. Yeah, that's where he's going, mister. I'm taking over until the sheriff returns. Is that all right with you, Bates? Yep, sure thing. And it'll be all right with everyone else in town. In that case, there's no more Furtado and me to do. I'll never get over being grateful to you, Mr. It. I'm glad we had the chance to serve your community. But that mask man. If it hadn't been for him. The sheriff will tell you he helped us once before. He's the Lone Ranger.

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[Andrew Rines]

SA Sam.

[Narrator/Characters (Lone Ranger, Tonto, Dan Reed, Paulson, Brewster, Gibson, Grant)]

This is a feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated, created by George W. Trendle, produced by Trendle Campbell Enterprises and directed by Charles D. Livingston. Tonight's drama was written by Fran Striker. The part of the Lone Ranger is.

[Andrew Rines]

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