Dan Reid’s Fight for Life | The Lone Ranger (08-19-53)

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Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Dan Reid’s Fight for Life | The Lone Ranger (08-19-53)
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Date: May 8, 2026

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Episode Overview

In this thrilling, digitally restored episode of The Lone Ranger, listeners are transported to the Wild West to experience “Dan Reid’s Fight for Life.” The story centers around Dan Reid, the Lone Ranger’s teenage nephew, who risks his life to help a wounded Texas Ranger, Roy Barnett, and ends up matched against a ruthless gang led by the notorious Carl Lubeck. Through action-packed scenes, the tale celebrates courage, quick thinking, and steadfast loyalty.

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Key Discussion Points & Episode Breakdown

1. Introduction and Set-Up

• [01:50] Classic Lone Ranger intro with “a fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty ‘Hi-Yo Silver!’”.
• The story begins with Dan Reid riding near Kenton, encountering gunfire in the valley below.

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2. Dan Rescues Roy Barnett

• [04:37] Dan witnesses two men shooting at a lone rider (Roy Barnett). Dan fires his gun in the air to scare off the attackers.
• [05:18] Dan administers first aid to Roy, who is wounded in the shoulder.
• Quote:
  • Dan: “Are you badly wounded?” ([05:18])
  • Roy: “Got hit in the shoulder. If you hadn’t come along...” ([05:20])
• Dan brings Roy to the Lone Ranger and Tonto’s camp for shelter.

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3. Roy Barnett’s Story Revealed

• [06:09] Roy explains he is a Texas Ranger working undercover to infiltrate Carl Lubeck’s gang.
• The outlaws have discovered Roy’s true identity—as the son of a U.S. Marshal—and sent men to kill him.
• Quote:
  • Roy: “I joined the Texas Rangers a year ago. Recently was assigned to get the goods on a gang… The leader, heavy-set German named Carl Lubeck. He doesn’t trust anybody.” ([06:17])
• A storm threatens to erase any trace of the gang’s hideout, complicating pursuit.

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4. Threat from Carl Lubeck’s Gang

• [08:25] At their new hideout, Lubeck scolds his henchmen for failing to confirm Roy’s death.
• Lubeck orders them to find out what happened to Roy, despite the washed-out tracks.

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5. Dan’s Decoy and Capture

• [10:14] Dan spots Lubeck’s men searching for Roy and quickly formulates a plan to draw them away from the camp.
• Quote:
  • Dan: “I’ll mount my horse and lead those two men away from here. I think they’ll be sure to chase after me. And I know my horse can lose them.” ([11:08])
• Dan successfully draws the outlaws away but is eventually ambushed, disarmed, and taken prisoner.

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6. Dan’s Bravery and the Outlaws’ Hideout

• [18:14] Dan is brought to Lubeck’s new lair—a cabin under an overhanging bluff by the rapids.
• Lubeck and his men interrogate Dan about Roy, but he refuses to divulge any information.
• Dan is tied to a chair and threatened with beatings if he does not cooperate.

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7. Fistfight and Daring Escape

• [21:30] Lubeck’s gang decides to let Slinky, a tough henchman, beat information out of Dan.
• The fight is unexpectedly even, with Dan using technique and targeting Slinky’s weak spots.
• Memorable Moment:
  • Dan outmaneuvers and eventually knocks out Slinky, earning grudging respect.
  • Carl Lubeck: “By Jiminy, he beats Slinky—some fighting.” ([22:57])
• As the men hesitate, Dan seizes the moment to escape—leaping off the ledge into the raging river below.

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8. Dan Adrift—A Rescue Against the Odds

• [23:46] Exhausted, Dan clings to a rock in the river, contemplating how to reach shore.
• [24:39] The Lone Ranger and Tonto, searching desperately, spot Dan using field glasses.
• The Lone Ranger swims out to rescue him, and Dan is saved from the rapids.
• Quote:
  • Dan: “It’s too bad you got all wet coming out to the rock.” ([26:02])
  • Lone Ranger (with humor): “That doesn’t matter as long as you’re safe. The joke’s on me. I soaked all my clothes doing it. Now he tells me he could have made it alone.” ([26:07]–[26:16])

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9. The Final Showdown: The Gang’s Defeat

• [27:01] Dan leads the Lone Ranger, Tonto, Roy Barnett, and the sheriff’s posse back to the hideout.
• A coordinated attack from both ledge paths traps Lubeck and his men, who are forced to surrender after a gunfight.
• [27:57]
  • The gang is subdued. Carl Lubeck is identified and captured.
  • Lubeck is shocked to discover the masked man is the Lone Ranger.
  • Quote:
    • Lubeck (realizing): “That mask hombre is none other than the Lone Ranger. Sam.” ([28:18])

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Notable Quotes & Moments

• “Boy saved my life. You men have been mighty kind. I reckon it’s safe to tell you everything.”
  —Roy Barnett to the Lone Ranger & Tonto ([06:09])

• “Dan took a great risk. Those men got close enough for their bullets to reach him.”
  —The Lone Ranger, expressing concern for Dan’s courage ([14:52])

• “I thought I was practically saving his life and soaked all my clothes doing it. Now he tells me he could have made it alone.”
  —The Lone Ranger, after rescuing Dan from the river ([26:16])

• “All this has come about because of a youth who knows too much. I reckon he knows so much because the mask man’s his friend and taught him plenty.”
  —Outlaw, regarding Dan’s role in their downfall ([28:08])

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Important Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment Description | |-----------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | 01:50 | Lone Ranger classic dramatic series opening | | 04:37 | Dan Reed witnesses and responds to Roy Barnett's attack | | 06:09 | Roy Barnett reveals his undercover Texas Ranger mission | | 10:14 | Dan spots outlaws and devises his decoy plan | | 12:43 | Dan is captured by Lubeck's men | | 18:14 | Dan is taken to the outlaws’ new cliff-side hideout | | 21:30 | Slinky and Dan’s intense fistfight, Dan’s escape attempt | | 24:39 | Lone Ranger and Tonto spot Dan on the river rock | | 27:01 | The climactic posse-led capture of the gang | | 28:08 | Realization: The masked man is the Lone Ranger |

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Tone & Style

The language is authentic to classic radio adventure: earnest, suspenseful, and dramatic, with moments of warm camaraderie and humor—especially between Dan and the Lone Ranger.

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Conclusion

This episode showcases the bravery and resourcefulness of Dan Reid, matched against hardened outlaws and overwhelming odds. His loyalty and cleverness, alongside the Lone Ranger and Tonto’s determination, lead to justice being served in true Western fashion. The story epitomizes the timeless appeal of Old Time Radio Westerns, blending suspense, action, and heartwarming mentorship.

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Transcript

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[Narrator]

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

[The Lone Ranger]

Sam.

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[Narrator]

With his faithful Indian companion, Toto, the daring and resourceful masked 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 hoofbeats of the great horse Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Carl Lubeck]

One Silver. Let's go, big fella. And Silver.

[Narrator]

Dan Reed, teenage nephew of The Lone Ranger rode his horse, Victor, along the trail near the town of Kenton. The trail followed the top of a ridge overlooking a valley. Suddenly, Dan's attention was drawn to a fast riding horseman in the valley. Then shots rang out.

[Carl Lubeck]

Ho.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ho, Victor. Ho.

[Dan Reed]

Ho.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ho. Ho.

[Dan Reed]

Two men are chasing that rider and firing at him.

[The Lone Ranger]

Come on, Victor.

[Narrator]

Dan started down the slope into the valley. As he rode, he drew the gun the Lone Ranger had allowed him to use for practice and fired into the air. The pursuing men turned and raced up the opposite slope. As the solitary rider fell from his saddle, Dan holstered his gun and went to help the fallen man.

[Liberty Mutual Spokesperson]

Steady.

[Dan Reed]

Are you badly wounded?

[Roy Barnett]

Got hit in the shoulder. If you hadn't come along, I'll bandage

[Dan Reed]

the wound, then take you to my friends nearby. They'll take care of you.

[Narrator]

Dan gave first aid, then helped the wounded young man to his horse. A short time later, they arrived at the Lone Rangers camp.

[Carl Lubeck]

Who? Who?

[The Lone Ranger]

Victor. Oh, boy.

[Roy Barnett]

He's a boy.

[The Lone Ranger]

Steady, fella. Sam, who's with you? Seems to be hurt.

[Dan Reed]

He is, sir. Two men were shooting at him. He's wounded in the shoulder.

[The Lone Ranger]

They lift him from the saddle tunnel. He was a mess man.

[Roy Barnett]

Boy said he was bringing me to friends.

[The Lone Ranger]

We are friends. Don't worry about the mask. We're not outlaws. First we'll re bandage your wound, then you tell us what this.

[Narrator]

The wounded man was soon made comfortable on a bed of pine boughs. He looked gratefully at his three benefactors, then spoke.

[Roy Barnett]

Boy saved my life. You men have been mighty kind. I reckon it's safe to tell you everything.

[The Lone Ranger]

Whatever you tell us, we'll go no further.

[Narrator]

If that's what you wish.

[Roy Barnett]

Well, my name is Roy Barnett. I joined the Texas Rangers a year ago. Recently was assigned to get the goods on a gang that's been operating in this territory. Well, I came down this way. Posed as a drifter and hung around the cafes in nearby towns.

[The Lone Ranger]

You finally met one of the outlaws?

[Roy Barnett]

Yeah. I became friendly with him. Before long, he took me to meet the gang. A leader. Heavyset German named Karl Lubeck. He doesn't trust anybody. Watch me closely.

[The Lone Ranger]

Lubeck.

[Narrator]

Toto.

[The Lone Ranger]

He's a man. We've been searching for him. Pretty mean fellow.

[Roy Barnett]

Well, earlier today I was at the hideout. They had two cabins. I was in one of them with one of the gang. The rest of them were with Lubeck. And the other man I was with went outside just as another member of the gang arrived from town. I was about to go out when I heard him talk.

[Carl Lubeck]

Ho.

[Narrator]

There.

[Carl Lubeck]

Ho, ho, ho.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ho.

[Carl Lubeck]

Ho there. Hi, Slinky. Where's everybody?

[The Lone Ranger]

In the boss's cabin.

[Carl Lubeck]

What's up, buddy? I found out this morning that the man I brought to join the gang is the son of United States Marshal.

[The Lone Ranger]

Holy mackerel.

[Carl Lubeck]

We know him only as Roy. I heard he's Roy Barnett for the Pecos.

[Roy Barnett]

I knew it'd be only a matter of minutes before the whole gang came looking for me. So I got my horse and left. I reckon Lubeck sent two of the men to gun me.

[The Lone Ranger]

Can you tell us the location of that hideout?

[Roy Barnett]

Yeah, but won't do any good. Lubeck was getting ready to move the gang anyway.

[The Lone Ranger]

Storm coming, Kimasabe Rain wash away tracks before we get to hideout. And we're not able to follow gang. The storm will complicate matters. Regardless of that, we'll get directions from you, Roy, after the storm is over, Tot and I will go to that old hideout. Dan will stay with you until we return. Right now, we'll find shelter before the rain starts.

[Narrator]

After the storm, the Lone Ranger and Tottle went to search for the gang. Meanwhile, the two gunmen who had wounded Roy joined Lubeck and the others at the new hideout.

[Carl Lubeck]

Huh.

[The Lone Ranger]

You found this place all right. Storm slowed you up.

[Carl Lubeck]

Yeah.

[The Lone Ranger]

You silenced the spy, Roy Barnett.

[Slinky]

We followed him and started throwing lead. I saw him fall from the saddle just before we left.

[The Lone Ranger]

You didn't make certain? He said so.

[Carl Lubeck]

We didn't have a chance. Some hombre on a white horse came riding down the slope, shooting as he rode. I figured he must have all this with him. So we beat it.

[The Lone Ranger]

You fools. If Roy Barnett lives long enough to talk, he does.

[Carl Lubeck]

Nobody can find this new hideout, even if they go to the old place. The heavy rains washed away the gang strikes.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ah, that's true. But he learned a lot about us while he was with the gang. And I'll not be satisfied until I'm sure he's dead.

[Carl Lubeck]

Well, Slinky and I couldn't take the chance to hang around to find out.

[Slinky]

Carl seems right. And Umbre and the big white horse meant business. And like we said, he might have had others following him.

[The Lone Ranger]

I want you to go back and try to find out what happened to Roy.

[Slinky]

But, Carl, the rain washed out all tracks. We couldn't trail him or anybody else.

[The Lone Ranger]

He may still be alive. Go anyway. Find out what you can.

[Carl Lubeck]

All right, if you say so. Come on, let's go. Slinky. We'll see you all later.

[Narrator]

When the two gunmen arrived at the place where Roy Barnett had Fallen from his horse. They could find no trace of him.

[Carl Lubeck]

What do you think, Slinky? You believe he's still alive?

[Slinky]

Maybe, but I don't know how we could find out.

[Carl Lubeck]

The umbreon the white horse came down that slope over yonder. Must have been right in the ridge trail.

[Slinky]

Yeah, that's right.

[Carl Lubeck]

Maybe if we go up there and search along that trail, we'll hit on something. It's worth a try, anyway. Yeah.

[Slinky]

Carl will be sore if we don't come back with definite information. Let's go.

[Carl Lubeck]

Come on. Get up there. Get up.

[Narrator]

At the camp, Dan reached, he'd watched over the wounded man. Roy dozed from time to time while Dan sat on a nearby stump ready to attend to the stranger's needs. The camp was located in a wooded grove on the side of a hill. From where Dan sat, he could see part of the trail as it circled the hill below. Suddenly he stood up, looking sharply as he caught sight of two horsemen moving along the lower trail.

[Dan Reed]

Two men riding a roan and a palomino. They look like the two gunmen who wounded Roy.

[Narrator]

Then Dan realized that two horsemen might be searching for the wounded man. He knew if they located the camp, he and Roy, who was in a weakened condition, would be no match for them. Dan hurried to Roy's side.

[Roy Barnett]

Roy.

[The Lone Ranger]

Roy.

[Carl Lubeck]

Huh?

[Roy Barnett]

What's the matter?

[Dan Reed]

The two men who chased you. I'm sure they're coming up the trail.

[Roy Barnett]

Hand me my gun.

[Dan Reed]

If they find no use, Roy, we'd be no match for them. I'll help you into the tall brush and hide you there. I'll hide your horse back among the trees. We'll have to hurry. What about you?

[Roy Barnett]

They see this camp, they look around. They'll follow my horses.

[Dan Reed]

I'll mount my horse and lead those two men away from here. I think they'll be sure to chase after me. And I know my horse can lose them.

[Roy Barnett]

It's risky now.

[Dan Reed]

I'll try to keep out of gun range. Hurry. They'll be coming along near here. As soon as you're out of sight, I'll leave. Come on,

[Narrator]

Quickly. Dan helped Roy to a safe hiding place. Then he led Roy's horse back among the trees out of sight. As the boy ran toward his horse, Victor, he could hear the approaching hoof beats of the outlaws horses, though they were still out of sight around the bend.

[The Lone Ranger]

Come on, quickly.

[Narrator]

Dan was already racing along the trail ahead of them when the two gunmen rounded the curb.

[Carl Lubeck]

Slinky. Look ahead of us, sir. The same hombre on the white horse that came down the slope after us. No, no, wait. Maybe we can catch up to him, try to take him alive and then take him to Carl at the hideout. Carl will force him to tell what happened to Roy Barnett. Come on, get up there.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get up.

[Narrator]

Get up. Dan's horse, Victor, like the great stallion Silver, could out distance most any other horse. And soon Dan was leaving his pursuers far behind.

[The Lone Ranger]

Come on, Victor.

[Narrator]

The boy planned to outrun the gunman, cover his trail, then circle back to the camp where he had left Roy Barnett. But Sam and Slinky realized they couldn't catch up with Dan, so they turned off the trail and rode straight down the steep slope to intercept him. Later, as Dan approached some large boulders along the trail near the foot of the hill, he was taken by surprise.

[Carl Lubeck]

Stop where you are in reach, mister. Ho. Hobie. Hobba.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ho. Ho.

[Carl Lubeck]

Get it up there.

[Slinky]

This is the same hombre, Sam. I couldn't mistake that horse.

[Carl Lubeck]

I didn't expect him to be so young.

[Slinky]

He's plenty husky. Better take his gun while I keep him covered.

[Carl Lubeck]

Right. I got it.

[The Lone Ranger]

Now.

[Carl Lubeck]

Speak up, you. Where's the hombre you found on the trail in the valley a while ago?

[Narrator]

What hombre?

[Carl Lubeck]

Don't act like you can't tell me what I mean. He rode down the slope into the valley when we were chasing an old good snooper. We know because we couldn't miss seeing this white stallion.

[Dan Reed]

There are other white stallions.

[Carl Lubeck]

Stop.

[Slinky]

Stolen. Tell us what we want to know or I'll.

[Carl Lubeck]

Hold it, Slinky. They can wait. Well, you gonna give her straight answers or not?

[Dan Reed]

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

[Slinky]

Answer em, you young maverick.

[The Lone Ranger]

I don't have to take that.

[Carl Lubeck]

That's enough. One more move and I'll plug you, youngster. You deserve that, Slinky. He knocked you right out of the saddle. I reckon he is kinda husky for his age. He moved in you on you so fast he didn't know what happened for a minute.

[Slinky]

I oughta put a bullet in him right now.

[The Lone Ranger]

For the.

[Carl Lubeck]

Don't be a fool. Take him to Carl. Maybe after he's through, he'll turn this young fella over to you so you can teach him a lesson in fist fighting. You know, come to think of it, I might bet on a boy.

[Slinky]

Ah, shut up. He said if I do get the chance, I'll beat him till he grubbles at my feet.

[The Lone Ranger]

Maybe.

[Carl Lubeck]

Well, all right. Let's head for the hideout. Right ahead of us, you. And remember, we both have guns ready to Use.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get moving.

[Carl Lubeck]

Come on. Get up there.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get up.

[Narrator]

Later, the Lone Ranger and Toto arrived at their camp and pulled to a stop.

[The Lone Ranger]

Kim Sabi Damn not here and may not see wounded man. That's strange. I wonder. I'm over here. He's back in the tall brush.

[Narrator]

Come on, Little. A moment later, the masked man and Indian bent over Roy and heard what had taken place. When Roy finished, the Lone Ranger spoke Toto.

[The Lone Ranger]

Dan took a great risk. Those men got close enough for their bullets to reach him. We pick up Dan's trail, go find him. Yes, and if anything has happened to him, I'll find Carl Lubeck and his gunman and make them wish they'd never been born. Come on, Toto.

[Narrator]

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.

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[Narrator]

Now to continue making sure Roy was well hidden and had A gun to defend himself if necessary. The Lone Ranger and Tuttle mounted Silver and Scout and set out to find Dan. The new hideout location Carl had selected was an unusual one. Underneath an overhanging bluff along a river, there was a wide ledge reached on either side by two narrow paths. Sometime before, a prospector had built a cabin on the ledge close to the cliff wall and had dug into the cliff in search of gold. About 20ft below the ledge, the river formed deep rapids between the cliffs. Dan Reed was taken down one of the steep, narrow paths to the door of the cabin.

[The Lone Ranger]

Sam Slinky. Who is this you bring here?

[Carl Lubeck]

This is the fellow who rode down the slope toward us firing his gun. He must know about Roy Barnett.

[The Lone Ranger]

You mean you two men were run off by this youth?

[Carl Lubeck]

He may be young, but he's tough. Carl Slinky found that out when he hit him. To make him talk, Slinky ended up lying on the ground.

[Slinky]

Yeah, and I haven't forgotten it. When you're through with him, Carl, I want you to turn him over to me.

[Carl Lubeck]

It should be a good fight, Carl.

[The Lone Ranger]

That will come later. What is your name?

[Narrator]

Dan Reed.

[The Lone Ranger]

Where is Roy Barnett? The man you must have found on the trail. What happened to him?

[Dan Reed]

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

[Carl Lubeck]

You see that, Carl? We know he's the one we saw, but he won't tell anything.

[The Lone Ranger]

Make him talk, Carl.

[Carl Lubeck]

Yeah.

[Slinky]

Don't let him hold out on you, Reed.

[The Lone Ranger]

It does you no good to say nothing. Speak up. Tell what you know about Roy Barnett.

[Narrator]

There's nothing to tell.

[Carl Lubeck]

We're going to have another squall, looks like.

[The Lone Ranger]

Yes, that's good for covering tracks in case this fella has friends who may want to find him. We'll go inside, keep him covered, Sam. Let's go.

[Narrator]

Sit down, Reed.

[The Lone Ranger]

All right, now talk. Do you hear?

[Carl Lubeck]

Talk.

[Narrator]

I'm not telling you anything.

[The Lone Ranger]

Tie him to the chair until the storm is over. Then if he hasn't decided to talk, he'll take him outside and turn him over to Slinky.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto had followed Dan's tracks to the boulders where he had been surprised by the two crooks. They started to trail the three from there when the storm broke and they had to seek shelter. Meantime, back at the camp, Roy Barnett was concerned. When the storm broke, he realized the Lone Ranger and Tottle would lose Dan's trail because of the rain. And since Dan hadn't returned as he planned to do, Roy was certain Lubeck's men had caught him.

[Roy Barnett]

No use staying here. I'm wet already. Feel able to ride now? Get my horse, then go to town.

[Slinky]

Tell the sheriff what happened.

[Narrator]

After the storm had passed, Carl again tried to question Dan Reed. Then, impatient with the youth's attitude, he turned to the men who were watching.

[The Lone Ranger]

Oh, he's a young fool. Untie him and take him outside. Come here, you Slinky.

[Narrator]

We will have your chance now to use your fists on him.

[Slinky]

And I'll make a good job.

[Narrator]

The outlaws, ready for some entertainment, quickly untied Dan Reed and led him outside. A few moments later, they had formed a circle around Dan and Slinky.

[Slinky]

All right, you. This time you're gonna know what it's like to get some real punches.

[Narrator]

I'm ready. Dan stood a moment waiting. He felt somewhat nervous facing the full grown outlaw. But he noticed that Slinky showed indications of dissipation and decided to concentrate his blows on the outlaw's bulging stomach instead of reaching for his chin. In the seemingly uneven encounter, Dan was relying on the training and knowledge of fist fighting he had learned from the Lone Ranger and Totto. Slinky suddenly moved in fast.

[Slinky]

This will show you.

[Narrator]

I want to be shown.

[Carl Lubeck]

Watch him, Slinky. He can hit hard.

[Slinky]

Not hard enough.

[The Lone Ranger]

There.

[Narrator]

Dan was light on his feet and moved about in such a way that his opponent had difficulty in hitting him. For a few moments it seemed that Dan might be beaten down by sheer force and weight. But he noticed that Slinky was breathing with difficulty. Dan's well placed blows to the midriff were telling on the outlaws.

[Slinky]

I'll break your neck.

[The Lone Ranger]

Not if I can help it.

[Narrator]

The men grew tensely silent as the fight continued. In spite of themselves, they felt a certain amount of admiration for the youth who seemed about to get the best of a man twice his age and tougher than most. Finally, Slinky moved in, determined to beat Dan down with a furious onslaught.

[Slinky]

I'll finish this.

[The Lone Ranger]

How can you? I don't think so.

[Carl Lubeck]

By Jiminy, he beats Slinky some fighting.

[The Lone Ranger]

Out of my sight. Go on in sight. First I'll take Reed's gun from you. Give it to me. He made a fool of you. And he's made a fool of me too. Men, tie Reed's hands and feet and then throw him into the rabbits.

[Narrator]

The men, still impressed with Dan's fighting, hesitated a moment. That moment was long enough for Dan. The circle had parted and Dan saw that he was near the rim of the ledge. With a sudden and unexpected movement, he ran and jumped into the river below.

[The Lone Ranger]

Out of my way. Give me a chance to shoot that tit.

[Carl Lubeck]

Think I hit him, Carl?

[The Lone Ranger]

I don't know. I couldn't see him.

[Slinky]

He hasn't come up.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ah, he's a fool. He can't survive the rabbits. Let's forget him and go inside.

[Narrator]

After Dan hit the swirling water, he swam below the surface, moving with the current. He was an expert swimmer, but tired after the fight, he realized he had to battle for his life in the water. Alternating swimming and floating. He finally managed to reach a point beyond the canyon.

[Dan Reed]

I'm beyond the cliffs now. We'll have to make it to shore somehow.

[Narrator]

The exertion of the long swim after the fight with Slinky overtaxed Dan's strength to the point of exhaustion. The shore seemed far away, and he was relieved to see a rock between him and the shoreline. Dan made his way to the rock and clung to it, gasping for breath.

[Dan Reed]

This rock, if I can hold onto it long enough to get rested, maybe I can make it to the river bank.

[Narrator]

Meanwhile, the Lone Ranger and Toto had ridden the trails searching for Dan and the outlaws. As they rode along a bluff near the river, the Lone Ranger said, Toto

[The Lone Ranger]

is terrible to think Dan needs us and we can't get to him. That rain had held off a little longer. Kimasabi. We know tracks started from boulders up along river trail. Maybe if we keep looking, we find hideout. Well, if we don't. Wait a minute, Taro. Oh. So why are we stopped? Kimasabi. I thought I saw something move on that rock in the river. I'll use my field glasses. Wait a second here. Otto. Man is clinging to that rock. We'll try to get to him. Come on, Silver, get him out.

[Narrator]

The scout. A short time later, the two men reach the riverbank opposite the rock.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ho, Silver. Ho.

[Slinky]

Easy.

[The Lone Ranger]

Set it be. See him? Maybe him not able to hang on long. Look closely, Toto. That's Dan. I'll get it.

[Narrator]

Hastily discarding his jacket, gun belt and boots, the Lone Ranger plunged into the water.

[Carl Lubeck]

Hold on, Dan.

[The Lone Ranger]

I'll get you.

[Narrator]

The masked man cut through the water with the speed and form of an expert swimmer. Within minutes, he approached the rock.

[The Lone Ranger]

Slip into the water, Dan. Place your hand on my shoulder. Now get you ashore.

[Dan Reed]

Yes, sir.

[The Lone Ranger]

Now take it easy, Dan. We'll make it all right. You'll soon be safe.

[Narrator]

Soon. Dan and the Lone Ranger waded ashore. And the boy sank down wearily to rest.

[The Lone Ranger]

Good thing Lone Ranger sea on rock. Dan, as soon as you're rested, we want to Know how you got there, Dan?

[Dan Reed]

I'll tell you in a minute or two, sir. It's too bad you got all wet coming out to the rock.

[The Lone Ranger]

That doesn't matter as long as you're safe.

[Dan Reed]

But you really didn't have to swim out. I could have made it to shore after I rested a little.

[The Lone Ranger]

Dan grow up fast. Him get so him not need much help anymore. The joke's on me. I thought I was practically saving his life and soaked all my clothes doing it. Now he tells me he could have made it alone.

[Dan Reed]

Well, anyhow, I sure was glad to see you.

[The Lone Ranger]

Thanks, Dan. I'm sure you were. Now tell us what happened to you.

[Narrator]

Briefly. Dan told of his adventure with the outlaws and of his fight and escape. He finished by saying they still have Victor, sir.

[Dan Reed]

And the gun you let me use for target practice. The gun my father owned.

[The Lone Ranger]

Do you think you can lead us to the path and approach the hideout?

[Dan Reed]

Yes, sir. But there are eight outlaws and you and Tano couldn't go against them alone.

[The Lone Ranger]

We'll take you back to the camp. Dan, you ride Roy's horse to town to get the sheriff. Then we'll move in on Lubectar's gang.

[Narrator]

Dan rode on Silver with a lone ranger and with Totto. They started back to camp. They had gone a short distance along the trail when they met Roy with the sheriff and the posse. Led by Dan, the horsemen started for the hideout to surprise the outlaws. Later at the hideout, Carl and his men were in the cabin planning a hold up. Guards were posted at both paths leading down to the ledge so they felt secure.

[The Lone Ranger]

We'll rob the bank in town, then leave this territory. Tonight we'll head for some place.

[Carl Lubeck]

Men coming down the path at the south end. Some are coming down the other path too.

[The Lone Ranger]

They must have overpowered the two guards. We'll be trapped in here. Get your guns and start shooting. The sheriff's men moved toward the cabin

[Narrator]

from either end, using boulders on the ledge for protection and firing continuously. The outlaws realized they were trapped and fought desperately. But it was a losing battle and before long they were subdued. Several of them had been wounded and the rest threw out their guns, then came out with hands high to face the sheriff and posse.

[The Lone Ranger]

Well, we finally got him, Sheriff.

[Dan Reed]

That one is Carl Lubeck.

[The Lone Ranger]

I recognize him.

[Narrator]

I've seen handbills on him.

[Carl Lubeck]

Hey, Carl, look. There's a young fella.

[The Lone Ranger]

I thought he was done for, Doc. He has a charmed life. All this has come about because of him.

[Carl Lubeck]

That masked man must have had something to do with it. I remember hearing about a masked hombre who helps a lot.

[The Lone Ranger]

Well, you're looking at him right now. Sheriff will get damned for. I'm sure you and your men can handle things here, Right, mister. Adios, Sheriff. Adios, everyone. Adios. All this happened because of a youth who knows too much. I reckon he knows so much because the mask man's his friend and taught him plenty. Who is the mask man? That question shows you have a lot to learn, Lubeck. That mask hombre is none other than the Lone Ranger. Sam.

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[Narrator]

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[Slinky]

Are you really buying a car online on Autotrader right now?

[Narrator]

Really? I can get super specific with dealer listings and see cars based on my budget. You can really have it delivered or pick it up. Mommy, I think kid is walking up the slide.

[Dan Reed]

Really?

[Narrator]

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