Crystal Canyon | The Lone Ranger (01-23-42)

Summary

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Podcast Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Crystal Canyon | The Lone Ranger (01-23-42)

Host: Andrew Rhynes
Date: January 13, 2026

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Overview

In this episode, listeners are transported to the classic golden age of radio with a restored broadcast of The Lone Ranger, originally aired on January 23, 1942. The episode "Crystal Canyon" centers on a daring gold wagon heist, a kidnapped boy, and the Lone Ranger and Tonto’s relentless pursuit of justice across the treacherous Western wilderness. Themes of bravery, vigilante justice, and the deceptive nature of appearances are woven throughout the action-packed adventure.

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Key Discussion Points & Plot Breakdown

1. Opening and Wagon Train Ambush (02:54–05:20)

• The episode opens with a wagon train, led by Jeff Penrose, being ambushed by what first appears to be an Apache war party.
• The raiders swiftly steal a key wagon—carrying both gold and a young boy named Buddy Chalmers—and disappear into the hills.
• The settlers are left helpless, debating whether to pursue the raiders or stay to protect their vulnerable members.

Quote
"Instead of following their usual tactics, the Indians headed straight to the largest wagon in the train... When the wagon was out of range, the rest of the Indians vanished." — Narrator (02:54)

2. Arrival of the Lone Ranger and Tonto (05:20–07:30)

• The Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive just after the attack.
• They immediately deduce that the assailants were not Native Americans, but white outlaws disguised in war paint—members of the secret Legion of the Black Arrow.
• The duo vows to recover both the gold and the missing boy.

Quote
"They may have been savages, but they weren't Injuns... that’s Apache war paint. Yes, Jeff. That still doesn't make him an Indian. He's been stained." — Lone Ranger (06:45)

3. The Pursuit and Discovery (07:30–09:20)

• Lone Ranger and Tonto track the outlaws to higher ground near Crystal Canyon.
• They discover the wagon's remains, signaling the criminals’ focus on the hidden gold.
• The two stealthily scout the outlaw camp, searching for signs of Buddy.

Quote
"The boy comes first, the gold afterwards." — Lone Ranger (08:44)

4. Meeting the Hermit 'Tombstone' (09:25–13:25)

• On a ridge above the camp, the Lone Ranger encounters a reclusive hermit, Tombstone, who is initially hostile.
• Realizing the masked man’s identity, Tombstone agrees to help retrieve the boy.
• A plan is hatched for Tonto to distract the outlaws while the Lone Ranger rescues Buddy.

Memorable Exchange

• Tombstone: "You aren't gone by the time I count three, I got some hot lead here to help you." (09:53)
• (After Tonto intervenes):
• Tombstone: "If there was more men like you in the west... I wouldn't be living like a hermit up here." (10:25)

5. Rescue of Buddy Chalmers and Tactical Maneuver (12:00–13:47)

• Tonto’s distraction enables the Lone Ranger to free Buddy and retreat, pursued by the outlaws.
• Tombstone is entrusted with keeping Buddy safe in his remote hideout while the Lone Ranger and Tonto lure the gang into an ambush.

6. Setting the Trap and the Outlaws' Capture (14:00–19:00)

• The Lone Ranger executes a clever plan, leading the outlaws through open country while Tonto rushes ahead to rally the settlers.
• A successful ambush ensues near Laurel Pass—the gang is surrounded and quickly captured.

Quote
"Let him have it!" — Lone Ranger, signaling the settlers to spring their trap (18:40)

• The captured outlaw leader, Nick, is revealed to bear the black arrow symbol and is destined for a U.S. marshal in Clarksville.

7. Revelation about Tombstone and Return of Buddy (19:00–26:50)

• Suspicion arises regarding Tombstone's character—he’s rumored to be a dangerous recluse with a fondness for sending men over the cliffs, though he never harms without cause.
• The Lone Ranger returns to his cabin just as Tombstone leads the boy to a cliff edge—possibly to repeat his infamous deeds.

Quote

• Tombstone (to Buddy): "Just take my hand and we'll sort of balance each other." (24:37)

• Lone Ranger (interrupting): "It's just a trick, buddy. You can see my gun, can't you, Tombstone?" (25:30)

• The Lone Ranger prevents disaster, ensures Buddy is safely returned to his father, and arranges for Tombstone to be taken to Clarksville, where he can no longer pose a threat.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Justice and Mercy:
  "If your boy is still alive, we'll bring him back to you. That's a promise." — Lone Ranger (07:10)

• On Cunning and Deception:
  "You were attacked by a band of renegade white men. They knew where your gold was and that’s all they were interested in." — Lone Ranger (06:55)

• On Facing One’s Demons:
  "I'm glad you got here in time. Just put me somewhere where I'll be safe, where I can't ever do anything like that again." — Tombstone, after being stopped on the cliff (25:43)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

| Timestamp | Segment Description |
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| 02:54 | Wagon train is attacked and gold/child are stolen |
| 05:20 | Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive, investigate |
| 07:30 | Discovery of the criminals’ ruse and trail |
| 09:25 | Encounter with Tombstone the hermit |
| 12:00 | Rescue attempt for Buddy begins |
| 14:00 | Lone Ranger’s trap and strategic maneuvering |
| 18:40 | Outlaws ambushed and captured |
| 19:45 | Suspicion about Tombstone’s character |
| 24:08 | Lone Ranger interrupts Tombstone at cliff's edge |
| 25:43 | Tombstone’s admission and conclusion |
| 26:39 | Lone Ranger rides away, episode conclusion |

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Conclusion

This thrilling episode encapsulates the courage, quick wit, and justice-driven spirit that define The Lone Ranger legend. With crisp restored audio, dynamic action sequences, and moral complexity—especially in the subplot with the haunted Tombstone—the adventure leaps to life for a new generation. Anyone interested in classic Western heroics will be gripped by the twists, turns, and triumphs of “Crystal Canyon.”

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Transcript

[A]

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[B]

A fiery horse with its feet of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi O Silver the Lone Ranger.

[A]

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[B]

During the years of unrest that followed the Civil War, a powerful secret organization called the Legion of the Black Arrow sprang up in the western United States. Its members were to be found everywhere, defying the law or using the law for their own purposes, working toward the ultimate goal of revolt and the foundation of a despotic empire. It was the Masked Rider of the Plains who led the fight against this band of outlaws and traitors. And for once, his great strength and courage, his daring and resourcefulness were taxed to the utmost in the cause of democracy. Return with us now to those thrilling days when the west was young. From out of the past come the thundering hoofs. Beats of a great horse. Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again. The sun was setting beyond the distant hills. The wagon train, under the leadership of Jeff Penrose was getting ready to make camp for the night. Before the great circle could be formed, a band of Indians swept over the rise. They seemed to be Apache from their war paint. Instantly, the alarm was shouted from wagon to wagon. Instead of following their usual tactics, the Indians headed straight to the largest wagon in the train. Part of the band held off the settlers. A few of them overpowered the driver and threw him to the ground. Two jumped Pop ripped up the horses and drove off. When the wagon was out of range, the rest of the Indian. The whole engagement had lasted less than five minutes. Jeff Penrose called all the men together. Quiet down, boys. Quiet. Quiet there now. How many have been hurt? Two summers, boys, and Johnny Marsh. Bad Johnny's done for, but we got one of the engines that makes that score even. How about Ed? He got hit over the head and his arm was broke when they pushed him off the wagon. We're going after him, aren't we, Jeff? I don't see how we can't. Where? All our gold was in that wagon under the false bottom in the back. It wouldn't do any good for just a few of us to go. And if we all went, we'd leave the women and young ones unprotected. What are you waiting for? That's it, Jeff. What are you standing around like this for? Why don't you go after them? That was just a raiding party, Ed. The Apache camp might be close. We wouldn't have a chance against all of them. You gotta do something. We can't leave the women folks alone. I know it's a hard thing to lose our gold, but you aren't losing any more than the rest of us. The safe thing to do is don't talk to me about safe and don't talk to me about gold. What about my boy? Boy? That's what I said. Buddy was in the back of that wagon. Those cows has got him prisoner. And if you ain't going after him, I am. You can't edge. You got a broken arm. Hey, look, Jeff. Along our back trail, there's two hombres riding toward us. I see him. Ready with your guns, man? A white horse and a paint. An engine and a mast, man. Hold your fire. They're outflows. They must be. I said hold your fire. Most of you folks are new to the West. If you weren't, you'd know who that mask man is. Well, if he's honest, what you wearing a mask? That's his business. Oh, I'm telling you, we're mighty lucky to have him show up now. That's the Lone Ranger. Now just stand by and let me do the talk. Ready? Silver. Hello, Jeff. Howdy. Fellow and I saw the attack from the ridge. Was anyone killed? They got one of our men and we got one of theirs. I never saw an Indian attack like it. They went straight for one wagon and drove it off. That's right. As luck would have it, that was the wagon we had all our gold stored in. And luck had nothing to do with it. Jeff, you say one of the Indians was killed here? Where is he? Over yonder under that blanket. Take a look at him. Tell him about my boy, Jeff. Sure, Ed. Buddy Chalmers was in the back of the wagon that took masked man. We can't let those savages keep him prisoner. They may have been savages, but they weren't Injuns, huh? For sure they were. Here. You can see for yourself. That's Apache war paint. Yes, Jeff. That still doesn't make him an Indian. Thought he's been stained. Ah, look at his wrist. Hunter Black Cara. What's that? You were attacked by a band of renegade white men. They knew where your goal was and that's all they're interested in. Shall we go after him? No, Jeff. I think t and I better trail them alone. Here's the look at scout. You go ahead and make camp. What about my boy? Dmers? If your boy is still alive, we'll bring him back to you. That's a promise. That's a promise. Ready? Hit that. The outlaw's trail crossed the rise to the west and then headed into the foothills. With the tracks of the wagon and all the horses, it was easy for Connor to follow even in the gathering darkness. At last, some higher ground had been reached and the lone Ranger and his spade companion rode along the edge of a deep gully. The masked man raised his arm and a signal to stop down below on the gully. Fellow that hit the horses from the wagon and pushed us over the edge. It's right now. Yes. We'll take a look at it. There's just a chance a boy may have been inside. You think outlaw will want to kill him? He couldn't have fit in with our plans very well. Mountain, the bank. Silver, get Max. No China boy. Kimasabi. No. It Was a false bottom of the wagon and they ripped it up to get the gold. As soon as they get all their information, maybe they're crook and wagon train. We'll have to check on that later. There's a moon tunnel. Can you still follow the trail? Ah, it go up into mountain. The closest spring is in Crystal Canyon. Maybe that's where gang may camp. If that's true, the tracks lead into the canyon. We'll take the upper trail to the ridge above. That way we see camp and them not see us. That's the idea. Steady. Hit that. Come on. Get him up. Scout. It's right Camp. You look there. How the wash offs came. Yes. What we do now? I'm still looking for the boy. How do not see him. They didn't get rid of him on the trail. Must be down there somewhere. Look to the right of the campfire. A dark shadow. Maybe that back blanket roll. No, it's moving. Tado rolling away from the fire. Right. It's a boy. Must be Buddy Chalmers. Then stop him. Now pull him back. Make him sit up. I told his father we'd bring him back if he were alive. Now we've got to find some way to keep that promise. Oh, it'd be pretty hard. The boy comes first, the gold afterwards. The problem with suber. Someone may be coming. Otto. Hurry. Trip around and back. Ah. Nicole. Who's there? I've got a gun around the door. Trying to make a move. I'll fire. Who are you? They used to call me Tombstone. This wrench belongs to me. I don't like trespassers. You can get back to your camp and tell whoever's in charge you can't post any lookouts up here. I was just leaving. You were leaving my way. How do you mean? Take one step back. If I did that, I'd be over the edge of the cliff. Yeah, you'll get back where you come from plenty fast. I wouldn't be able to repeat your warning. You might be. There's ledges. You might be able to grab a hold of something on the way down. But that don't interest me much. All I want you to do is step over the edge. I refused and I opened fire. I don't like outlaws. You're making a mistake and not an outlaw. I don't like arguments. You aren't gone by the time I count three. I got some hot lead here to help you.

[D]

One. Two.

[B]

All right Huno. Good work Hunno. I've got his gun. All right mister, you win. I didn't see your injun pard there. Well, what are you gonna do now? Push me over the cliff? You said you didn't like outlaws. I don't. And whatever you do, you can't make me change my mind about that. Go ahead and kill him. I won't knuckle under to any of your breed. We don't belong to that gang down there. I don't care what gang. You belong there. We aren't outlaws. You're wearing a mask. This Lone Ranger, huh? Say that again, Indian. It's Lone Ranger. Well, you know, I might have guessed it. That white horse, your mask. Oh. If there was more men like you in the west, men who got a sense of fair play and justice, I wouldn't be living like a hermit up here in this ridge. You're out to capture the gang, that it? The Dutch held up a wagon train, took all the settler's gold and took one of the men's sons. A prisoner. A young un. About 10, I'd say. Ah, the yellow polecats. We want to rescue him first. And if he may be able to give us some information, it'll help. I'll be glad to. The canyon's blind now. It ends just beyond their campfire. That's right. And if we ride into the canyon from the north, we'd have to cover a lot of open ground. Be hard to get close to the camp without being seen or heard. Next to impossible. On the other hand, if we knew. You don't have to go any farther, Mashman. I see what you're driving at. A cliff beyond the camp has got plenty of COVID Ah, many trees grow there. You'd like to find a trail down that to the bottom. Is there one? Yep. Wide enough for the horses. We need them down below. They're pretty sure footed, ain't they? And they can make it easy. You just follow me and I'll show you. Leave the horses here, Toto. There boy. We must find something to draw our attention to the other side of the fire. How to do that now? Me sneak round there. Keep behind trees not to shoot at them. It might work. I can keep under cover until I'm only a few feet away from the boy. Just empty your gun and start back for the horses. And the hind boy? Gone plenty quick. They may be glad to get rid of him. If they do follow us. I have a plan. That good? Time to start now. Don't cry, buddy. Your father sent me.

[D]

Take that B too. It's part of the gold.

[B]

Right. Got the boys.

[D]

Let's find the gold crew. Get after him.

[B]

Come on. Then. Find trail.

[C]

Now.

[B]

Dive up after us.

[D]

You can get away from them.

[B]

We want to capture them, buddy.

[D]

But there's only two of you. There's about 20 of them.

[B]

What's your plan? I'll explain when we get to the top. That'd be plenty soon now. Yeah. There's Tombstone waiting for us near the big pines. Yerray.

[D]

Yerray.

[B]

He better keep quiet. I'm glad we don't have to look for him. Tell you there, Silver better not stop here long. I've been looking over the edge. They're on their way up. Can we leave the boy with you, Tombstone? What's that? They've got part of the gold. They'll try to get it back. And we may be able to lead them into a trap. I don't want to put the boy in any danger. Sure you can leave him with me. I got a hideout that nobody can find. Help him down then. He's still bound. Come on, sonny.

[D]

I'm gonna go with the mask man.

[B]

You be safer here.

[D]

I want to go with you.

[B]

That's impossible, buddy. Believe me. We'll be back for you shortly. I'll cut your ropes here. What's your idea, Mashman? Well, it's fairly open country all the way down the mountain. We can let them keep us in sight and still keep out of range. Where'd you leave them? You leave me at Rocky Ford, Toto, and head for the wagon train. And by the time I've let the gang aisle pass, you'll have the men there waiting for you. Ah, me do it. Hurry up, Tombstone. Get the boy undercover. This way, sonny.

[D]

I don't want to go with you. I want to call the Masman.

[B]

Hear them? Tunnel, then get near top of trail. Let's go. Come on, children. Get him up. H. The curtain falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger story before the next exciting scene. Please permit us to pause for just a few moments. Now to continue our story. As the Lone Ranger and Tonto neared Rocky Ford, the masked man urged Silver to greater speed. Master Silver. Faster tenements count you roll this fast out long. Let's keep up. I don't want them to see which way you're heading when you leave me. He turn off way up there by those big rocks. Yes, I'm waiting here. Steady. Steady. Good. Can't be seen from the other side of the rocks. Teddy boy. We've gotta wait here. I'll just lift it. There they are rounding the bend up above. Wait, Silver, wait. Aren't trying to get away, old fella. Gotta lead them to Laurel's hats. And we've got to take a long time doing it. All right, boy. Now you can c. Very few of the men in the wagon train went to bed that night. They sat around a small campfire, their rifles close at hand. Hardly a word passed between them. The hours dragged on. Then suddenly the sound of hoofbeats in the distance. They were on their feet from a man. Now don't get panicky, boys. It might be their old age encounter. Only one horse. It's the engine. No sign of my boy. You don't have to tell me. They killed Buddy and they got the Lone Ranger. Oh, that's not right. Him lead gang to La. Pat, you get horse gun. Follow me. He's leading the gang to the P.E. don't ask questions. Do what he says. We'll have an ambush waiting for him. Buddy, have they still got him? No, we got boy. We leave him with Hermet up on on ridge. Him say thank goodness. That's it, boys. Into the saddle. All right, so lead the way. Get him up here. You look up ahead. Pass me turns. Yeah, and come down there. We wait here. Whatever you say, Tato. Half your men that side, half this side. You hear what he says, boys? Sam, you take half of them. Get on the other side of the trail. Jig picky. All of you to my right. Stay here. What about the horses? Better stay on horses, outlaw. And let's get not get way there. Get moving, boys. You've been here almost half an hour. TTO Uhuh. Matt Pen. Make sure we get here before him start for pass. Yeah, I suppose he would. So he's got part of the gold, huh? And they figured they can get it back from him. That's right. Come on, Builder. Listen. Counter here. It won't be long now. How about it, Jeff? Here comes the mask man. He'll give us a word. Hi, Kim. Good work, C. I'm glad you made it, Jeff. How far back are they? You can hear their horses. Wait until they all get around the turn before you close in. Wait for the masked man signal. Now let him have it. As the men from the wagon train closed in on every side, the outlaws realized there was no chance for escape. Only a few shots were fired before they threw down their guns and raised their hands to the sky. The whole gang was captured. Cedric Wilson, the Lone Ranger, questioned the leader. What's your name? What difference does that make? Answer me. Some folks call me Nick. I notice that you're the only one who has a black arrow on his wrist. That's right. These boys just work for me. Well, from now on they'll be out of a job. I'm a kind of. You'll get your yuck, Mac man. Yeah. You'll be making camp near Prisonville tomorrow night. And you can turn most of these men over to the sheriff there. But Nick will have to travel with you as far as Clarksville. Well, what's the idea of that? That's the first place you'll find a United States marshal. Oh, he's a sort of special crook, huh? Yes, he is. Is Buddy's father around? Well, he couldn't ride hard with a broken arm. We had to leave him back with the wagon. Did you see him tunnel? Ah, me tell him boy safe. We leave him with Hammett up on ridge. We'll be riding back there to pick him up. Jeff, the rest of the gold must be still in the camp. They got that, too. I could send a few men with you. Oh, that won't be necessary. Nearly daybreak. You want to get the wagons rolling, we'll catch up with you. Why, you laugh. I just got it. I hermit up on the ridge. That's the richest thing I ever heard in my life. What do you mean you think the kid is safe? Why shouldn't he be? Well, this is one time you slipped up. Masked man, that hermit, he have a black beard and black eyes, sort of a hook nose. Well, we couldn't see his face very well. Big ombre and hands like ham. That's right. And he called himself Tombstone? Yes, he did. Well, he's got a right to that. Name him not look like outlaws, surely. Don't we know him for what he is? There ain't an outlaw in this part of the country wouldn't shoot him on sight. And the Kid's safe with him. You mean he's a killer? Well, there's only one way he kills. He likes to see men go over that cliff and he stands up there and laughs. Oh, no, he ain't an ordinary killer like me in Blackie. We got to have a reason. But two. Don't like them. He starts scaring Maddy Silver riding up the mountain. Come on, Silver Mountain, Buddy. It's getting life. Time to get up.

[D]

Oh, hello. Has the master man come back yet?

[B]

No, not yet. There's a bucket of water over by the door. We go splash some on your face and we'll have some breakfast. I've cooked the biscuits and got bacon and beans rushed.

[D]

Smells good.

[B]

Are you hungry?

[D]

I sure am.

[B]

Thought you might be. We're pretty high up here. The mountain air gives you an appetite.

[D]

Yeah. You live up here all by yourself, mister?

[B]

My name's Tombstone.

[D]

Me, Mr. Tombstone?

[B]

Yep.

[D]

Taking it awfully lonely.

[B]

Oh, I don't mind it. And every now and then I have a visitor like you, buddy.

[D]

Is that something I can grind my face on?

[B]

Just use that flour sack hanging on the nail.

[D]

I can't take it.

[B]

Yeah, I'll get it for you there.

[D]

Thanks, Mr. Tombstone.

[B]

Ah, come on, we'll get to work. You sit here, I'll sit by the stove. Well, file in buddy.

[D]

That's what I aim to do. There's the sun.

[B]

What?

[D]

The sun. It shines you in the window.

[B]

Yeah. Nice. Later than I thought.

[D]

Nice man will come back, won't he?

[B]

Why sure he will.

[D]

I couldn't understand the plan he was talking about.

[B]

That's because you don't know the country. He'll come back, don't you worry. Maybe your paw will come with him.

[D]

God, I hope so.

[B]

I tell you what, buddy. They'll have to ride into the canyon before they can get up here. So after you finish eating, we'll take a walk over to the edge of the cliff.

[D]

Cliff?

[B]

Yeah, that way we can see them a lot sooner. Would you like to wait there?

[D]

Uh huh.

[B]

All right then hurry up and eat your vittles. Where we left him last night. Their footprint. Then go that way. He talked about a hideout. That's the cabin. Maybe so. Come on. Let's hope we're not too late. Get him up.

[D]

It's pretty up here, Mr. Tombstone.

[B]

Yep.

[D]

You feel like you're on top of the world?

[B]

I guess you do. I guess that's why I don't always like it so much.

[D]

Is that the cliff up ahead?

[B]

Uh huh.

[D]

How far is it down to the canyon?

[B]

Well, you rode up from it last night with the masked man.

[D]

Yeah, but I mean straight down.

[B]

Well, must be close to a thousand feet. God. What's the matter?

[D]

I don't know. I always look sort of dizzy when I'm up high. Just thinking about it makes me dizzy.

[B]

You are scared, are you? A big fellow like you?

[D]

Yes.

[B]

No. Come on.

[D]

Can't we see the entrance to the canyon from here?

[B]

Well, how about it?

[D]

I. I guess not.

[B]

Nope. We gotta walk right over to the edge before we can do that.

[D]

All right, Mr. Tombstone. Just a second while I get my breath.

[B]

Easy fell. You find him? No. Tuttle ate here not long ago. Air footprint. Heading for the cliff. Teddy boy.

[A]

Come on.

[B]

Silver, hit him up. How do you feel now, buddy?

[D]

Fine.

[B]

Got your breath back? Sure.

[D]

I wasn't scared, you know.

[B]

Oh, of course you would. You just take my hand and we'll sort of balance each other.

[D]

Yeah, that's a good idea. I can see down the canyon now.

[B]

Oh, not all the way to the entrance, are we.

[D]

Are we going right to the edge?

[B]

Right to the edge.

[D]

Isn't. Isn't this far enough?

[B]

Nope. Right to the edge.

[D]

It's just a few more steps now. Can we. Can we take him sort of slow?

[B]

Yes, as slow as you want to. Here we are. It isn't so bad, is it? Look down, buddy.

[D]

I don't want to.

[B]

It's. What a rope. Silver.

[D]

It's a mask man. He's off the boat again.

[B]

You won't get me.

[D]

Don't, mask man. You pull us off our feet.

[B]

I caught a Silver. A vacuum here, you know.

[D]

You're trying to get loose, Mr. Tombstone. What's the idea, masked man?

[B]

It was just a trick, buddy. You can see my gun, can't you, Tombstone? I see it. Gotta get away and I'll use it. All right, Silver. He's the rope fella.

[D]

What's the idea of roping us? Why are you pointing that gun at Mr. Tombstone?

[B]

Don't worry about it, buddy. You're going back to your father and Tombstone's going on to Clarksville. That's where he's going to live from now on. Oh, you and along the totto. You're going to ride on Scout.

[D]

Yes, sir. Howdy, Tato.

[B]

Tidy. Well, are you going to make any trouble, Tombstone? No. Oh, I'm all right now. I'm glad you got here in time. Just put me somewhere where I'll be safe. Where I can't ever do anything like that again. Don't worry. That's where you're going. Well, I think you'd better mount first. Right. You'll see your father in less than an hour, buddy.

[D]

Let's hurry.

[B]

All right, Colonel Zilda, hit him up. Get along there, boys.

[D]

Well, here goes the masked man in town, riding ahead of the train.

[B]

You got the hermit with him?

[D]

Nope. There's just two of them.

[B]

Well, here comes Jeff. We'll ask him about it. Rain up, Jeff. How come the mask man's leaving without the hermit career taking charge of Tombstone? There was a girl rode up to the camp this morning and left a message with Mrs. Summers. It was for the Lone Ranger. He just got to read it. Must have been important for the way he's high canning it out of here, I reckon.

[D]

Clash Pa look at him travel.

[B]

Mighty fine sight buddy. Mighty fine sight. It. The story you have just heard is a copyrighted feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated. Foreign.

[C]

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[B]

Sam.