Dan Reid’s Return | The Lone Ranger (08-17-53)

Summary

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Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Dan Reid’s Return | The Lone Ranger (08-17-53)

Host: Andrew Rhynes
Original Airdate (OTR): August 17, 1953
Podcast Release: May 7, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns presents the digitally restored Lone Ranger radio drama "Dan Reid’s Return." The story centers on Dan Reid, the Lone Ranger's nephew, who returns for a summer visit and is swept into an adventure involving a dangerous outlaw gang led by Juan Marco. Through an engaging mix of suspense, mistaken identity, and classic Western heroism, listeners are taken back to the golden days of radio storytelling, with all the crisp audio restoration that modern technology provides.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Dan Reid’s Homecoming and Setting the Stage

• Dan Reid arrives in Pikeville for his summer vacation to join the Lone Ranger and Tonto. The scene establishes familial bonds and coming-of-age themes.
  • "[Dan,] I look forward to the day when your vacation would permit you to come back to us for the summer."
    — Lone Ranger (05:10)
• The Lone Ranger presents Dan with his late father's silver-studded gun belt and pearl-handled revolver, but with a caution:
  • "Remember, you carry a gun only for protection. You must promise never to shoot to kill."
    — Lone Ranger (06:03)
  • Dan promises to abide by the code of non-lethality.

2. Setup: Outlaw Menace & The False Trail

• The Lone Ranger informs Dan of Juan Marco’s gang, currently threatening the area. The trio prepares for action, dividing chores and setting the plot in motion (07:16).
• Meanwhile, at Marco's hideout, the outlaws plan a heist but are wary of the Lone Ranger and Tonto’s presence.
  • "Let's say we are just being cautious, amigo."
    — Juan Marco (08:53)
  • Debate arises among the gang: Lay low or actively hunt the law? Max, a brash new member, pushes for action.

3. Mistaken Identity: Dan Poses as the Lone Ranger

• While running an errand, Dan absentmindedly puts on the Lone Ranger’s spare mask and rides Victor, play-acting as the famed masked man (11:32).
• Max, seeking to lure the Lone Ranger into a trap, mistakes Dan for the real hero because of the mask and horse. He captures Dan, believing he’s scored a major victory (15:36–16:13).
  • "You must know your match when you meet him. I'm taking you to see Marco and the gang."
    — Max, the outlaw (16:33)
• Dan is brought before the gang; they quickly realize the mistake:
  • "He cannot be the Lone Ranger. I'll never forget his voice. I'll remove that mask. There. Look. The face of a youth!"
    — Juan Marco (18:21)
• Marco seizes opportunity in embarrassment, deciding to use Dan in their scheme. He’ll have Dan, looking like the Lone Ranger, help rob the bank and thus ruin the real hero’s reputation.

4. The Bank Heist & Dan’s Courage

• The real Lone Ranger and Tonto search for Dan after a rain washes away tracks (19:58–20:38).
• Meanwhile, the outlaws execute their plan, forcing Dan, masked and on Victor, to be the decoy at the Pikeville bank robbery (21:23–22:15).
  • "After tonight, the Lone Ranger will no longer be respected. He will be thought of as an outlaw."
    — Juan Marco (19:44)
• Dan shows remarkable grit: despite empty guns and threat to his life, he makes a quick move to subdue the guard holding him, buying time for the real Lone Ranger and the law to act (23:27–23:41).
  • "He knocks out one of the crooks... That's good. Dan, growing up, clan one."
    — Tonto (24:26)

5. Resolution & Themes

• The real Lone Ranger and Tonto, with the sheriff, defeat Juan Marco’s gang in the act. Order and truth are restored.
  • "Once the masked man got on your trail, you didn't have a chance."
    — Tonto, to Juan Marco (24:41)
• Dan is safe, praised for his bravery, cementing his journey toward Western manhood and the values of justice without violence.
  • "Dan. Growing up, Clan one."
    — Tonto (24:26)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• The Moral Code:
  "Remember, you carry a gun only for protection. You must promise never to shoot to kill."
  — Lone Ranger (06:03)

• On Admiration and Role Models:
  "You admire this masked man known as the Lone Ranger? You wish to imitate him, no?"
  — Juan Marco to Dan (19:03)

• On Outsmarting Outlaws:
  "Once the masked man got on your trail, you didn’t have a chance."
  — Tonto to Marco (24:41)

• Coming of Age:
  "Dan. Growing up, Clan one."
  — Tonto (24:26)

• On Reputation:
  "After tonight, the Lone Ranger will no longer be respected. He will be thought of as an outlaw."
  — Juan Marco’s evil plan (19:44)

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Important Timestamps

• [04:41] — Dan’s arrival and reunion with the Lone Ranger and Tonto
• [06:03] — Lone Ranger's code on gun usage
• [08:05]–[10:29] — Outlaw gang plans and the trap for the Lone Ranger
• [11:32] — Dan puts on the spare mask, foreshadowing trouble
• [15:23]–[16:38] — Outlaw Max captures Dan, believing he is the Lone Ranger
• [18:09]–[19:44] — Gang discovers Dan’s true identity and crafts new scheme
• [21:23]–[22:32] — Preparation and execution of the bank robbery
• [23:27]–[24:41] — Dan’s act of courage and the final confrontation
• [25:21] — Tease for next week: "Dan Reed’s Fight for Life"

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Episode Flow & Atmosphere

• The episode retains the galloping energy, crisp dialogue, and classic Western soundscape of The Lone Ranger, with restored audio detail.
• Emphasis is placed on moral choices, personal growth, loyalty, and outsmarting adversaries without unnecessary violence.
• The tone is inspiring, traditional, and family-friendly, loaded with vintage radio drama charm.

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For Listeners

Dan Reid’s Return is a shining example of classic Western radio: earnest, suspenseful, and full of heart. It's equally enjoyable for nostalgic fans and new listeners seeking authentic tales of bravery from the Wild West.

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Transcript

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Reed, nephew of the Lone Ranger, arrived at Pikeville by stage to spend his summer vacation with the masked man and his Indian companion. Tato met Dan at the stage stop. Then they rode to a nearby grove where the Lone Ranger was waiting.

[Lone Ranger]

Dan, I can't tell you how glad I am to see you.

[Tonto]

You can't be any happier than I am, sir. Dan beginning to look like you. Kimasabi. Him almost tall as you now.

[Lone Ranger]

He has grown a great deal. Tonto. Dan, I look forward to the day when your vacation would permit you to come back to us for the summer.

[Tonto]

So have I, sir. What's in that package?

[Lone Ranger]

Something I've kept for a long time, Dan. Old Pete at our silver mine took care of it for me. Karl and I went for it not long ago.

[Narrator]

They opened the package all right.

[Tonto]

I wonder what it is. Tado. Maybe you open package. Find out quick. Good idea. Oh, a silver studded gun belt. Oh, golly, my voice. A silver studded gun belt and a pearl handled gun. Dan's voice changing Kimberly.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, fellow? The gun and belt, they belong to my brother, your father. Dan, I've decided to try you out and let you wear a gun for a while to see how you handle it. I'm not giving it to you yet.

[Tonto]

I understand, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

Remember, you carry a gun only for protection. You must promise never to shoot to kill.

[Tonto]

I promise, sir. I want to put it on. How do I look, John?

[Narrator]

Like real man.

[Tonto]

It looks plenty good. If you wear masks, you look almost like Lone Ranger. Not as tall as Lone Ranger, but maybe people think you're Lone Ranger. Let them not see you together.

[Lone Ranger]

Someday Dan too may wear A mask to help the law in the west tunnel.

[Tonto]

Kimasabi. You have extra mask and saddlebag. Let me get it. See how Dan looks. Here are the masks, Dan. Now you put them on.

[Narrator]

All right.

[Tonto]

There. Ah, me right. You look like Lone Ranger.

[Lone Ranger]

There is a great similarity at that. I didn't realize it. All right, take off the mask now, Dan, and we go back to our

[Narrator]

camp in the hills. Dan removed the extra mask and put it into his pocket. Then the two men and the youth mounted and left the grove.

[Lone Ranger]

Said the big fellow.

[Tonto]

Anyway, Monsieur Cox, calm.

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[Narrator]

It was about noontime when the Lone Ranger, Dan and Pratto reached their camp in the hills outside of Pikeville. After having lunch. The masked man said, then there's an

[Lone Ranger]

outlaw gang led by a man named Juan Marco, a Spaniard operating in this territory.

[Tonto]

I heard the stage driver mention Marco, sir. Said he'd been held up and robbed a month ago by the Marco gang.

[Narrator]

We hear a stage hold up.

[Lone Ranger]

Juan Marco is clever. Carlo and I attempted to capture him once before in New Mexico. He gave us the slip.

[Tonto]

That right?

[Lone Ranger]

We searched the foothills for Marco's hideout. Then you ride to town, get some supplies. We don't have enough for the three of us.

[Tonto]

All right, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

When you get back to camp, get some rest. You need it after your trip. I don't know. I'll be back by sundown.

[Narrator]

In a small, respectable looking farmhouse belonging to one of his friends, Juan Marco spoke to four rough looking men.

[Tonto]

So far, amigos, we have managed to evade the law. But from now on we must be most careful.

[Narrator]

Why one, you've been smart enough to keep us away from the law up to now.

[Tonto]

See, that is so, Max. But slickers tell me that two certain homries are snooping around here. A mask man and the Indian. That's right, Max. I saw him on the valley trail the other day while I was riding along the ridge. The masked man is known as the Lone Ranger. He rides a big white stallion and has a Indian companion who rides the painting. They have helped to put many outlaw gangs behind the bars.

[Narrator]

Look, maybe I'm new in this territory, but in Colorado where I come from, we don't admit being afraid of anybody.

[Tonto]

Let's say we are just being cautious, amigo.

[Narrator]

I cased the Pikeville bank and found out it's loaded. I thought we planned to grab all that cash soon.

[Tonto]

My opinion is that we should lay low until the masked man and his Indian friend leave here. Mac.

[Narrator]

Well, I don't agree with you. I say let's go out and search for them. Let's round up that masked man and make sure he can't interfere with our plans. I'm willing to take a chance and go after him.

[Tonto]

Why don't the rest of you prove

[Narrator]

you have as much nerve as I have?

[Tonto]

Maybe Max is right, Juan. I'd be willing to try.

[Lone Ranger]

No.

[Tonto]

We shall see what the rest are willing to do. How about it, seor? Do you want to take the bull by the horn so as to speak and go after the masked man in India? Why not? All right.

[Lone Ranger]

I have a badge I took from the sheriff once after he was shot

[Narrator]

by the gang I was with.

[Lone Ranger]

Here it is.

[Tonto]

What do you expect to do with that, senor?

[Lone Ranger]

Wear it? There.

[Narrator]

Now, I'm a sheriff, but I do

[Tonto]

not see how that is to help.

[Narrator]

I'll try the friendly approach one if the masked man was seen riding the valley trail, I'd say he'll pass along there again coming back to his camp, which must be nearby. I'll watch for him, then ride up to him and ask his help to round up a killer. I'll say I've been trailing.

[Lone Ranger]

We're still listening.

[Narrator]

Look, I'll tell him I've heard all about him. He'll agree to help me.

[Lone Ranger]

Of course.

[Narrator]

Then I'll bring him here saying I think the killer is hiding out here.

[Tonto]

But what about the Indian?

[Lone Ranger]

I forgot him.

[Narrator]

Well, if he's along, I'll ask him to help too.

[Tonto]

There's five of us.

[Narrator]

They won't be expecting me to pull a gun on them from behind while you men face them as they come in here.

[Tonto]

It might work. Work at that.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll start out right away.

[Narrator]

Watch the valley trail from the ridge. Slick, you follow me the distance and watch to see if anything happens. If I do meet the mask man, you hurry back here and warn the others.

[Tonto]

Well, Max, I hope your plan succeeds. But I.

[Lone Ranger]

Don't worry one Sooner or later we'll

[Narrator]

have those hombres right here facing our gun. Dan Reed waited a while before leaving camp for town. Then he mounted his white horse, Victory, and started along the valley trail at a leisurely pace.

[Tonto]

Come on, Victor.

[Narrator]

After he had gone some distance, he felt in his pocket to make certain he had the supply list. His hand came in contact with a mask Kato had given him to try on at camp.

[Tonto]

I forgot to return this mask.

[Narrator]

Oh, Victor.

[Tonto]

Ho, city boy.

[Narrator]

For a moment, Dan held the mask in his hand. Then something the Lone Ranger had said ran through his mind.

[Lone Ranger]

Someday Dan, too may wear a mask to Help along the west tutto.

[Tonto]

Gosh, I wonder what that would be like. I'll put on this mask now and try imitating the Lone Ranger. Nobody will see me there, Victor. Now we'll go after outlaws. Come on, Victor.

[Narrator]

For a few moments, Dan thrilled in pretending he was the Lone Ranger. And he urged Victor onward at a rapid pace.

[Tonto]

Hail, Victor. Hooray.

[Narrator]

We'll continue our Lone Ranger adventure in just a moment.

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Now to continue. A short time later, Dan's attention was attracted by a horseman racing down the slope to intercept him. Momentarily forgetting the mask he was wearing, the youth pulled Victor to a halt.

[Tonto]

Ho ho, Victor. Ho ho ho.

[Lone Ranger]

Jack.

[Tonto]

Maybe I'd better get off. He seems friendly enough. Howdy, mister.

[Narrator]

I reckon you noticed my sheriff's badge.

[Tonto]

I'm from up Colorado way.

[Narrator]

Heard about you and seeing that mask and the white mask.

[Tonto]

Oh, that.

[Narrator]

No, no need to explain. Like I said, I've heard about you plenty. I want your help.

[Tonto]

Help? Listen, Sheriff, about the mask.

[Narrator]

I know you're the Lone Ranger, so

[Lone Ranger]

say no more about it.

[Narrator]

I trail an outlaw down this way. I think he's holed up in a nearby farmhouse.

[Tonto]

Sheriff, I'm not the man you want. You see, I'm wearing this mask.

[Narrator]

As to the ration. Freeze.

[Tonto]

All right, but I think you're making

[Narrator]

Marco and the others must be loco to be afraid of an hombre like you. I'll take that gun.

[Lone Ranger]

Man alive, I wish they could see this.

[Tonto]

You know, somehow, mister, you got everybody fooled.

[Narrator]

But you must know your match when you meet him.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm taking you to see Marco in a gang.

[Narrator]

I'll laugh in their faces and then I'll put a bullet in your back. Get moving.

[Tonto]

Come on, Victor.

[Narrator]

Rick reported to Marco that he had seen Max capture the masked man. When Dan and Max arrived at the farmhouse, they stopped at the back door.

[Lone Ranger]

Walk around the house.

[Narrator]

We'll go in the front door. Remember, no tricks.

[Lone Ranger]

Now move. Open the door. Don't forget the gun at your back.

[Narrator]

Here he is, ma'. Am. He acted so meek when I met him.

[Tonto]

I Decided to ditch the friendly act and get tough.

[Lone Ranger]

War Misarmy sure had you plenty of other fools.

[Tonto]

Keep him covered, man. No. You have disarmed the masked man alone, eh, Senor Mack?

[Lone Ranger]

I sure did.

[Narrator]

Easiest could be where is his horse? The white stallion is behind the house.

[Tonto]

Oh, this is most strange. I do not like it.

[Narrator]

What's strange about it?

[Tonto]

Once this hom faced a gang single handed and got the best of them. I know. I stood right beside him, just as I stand now. Wait, Columba. There is something wrong here. What do you mean?

[Narrator]

Yeah, Juan, what's come over you?

[Tonto]

When I stood beside the Lone Ranger before, senor, he was taller than I and broader than the shoulders.

[Narrator]

You must have imagined it.

[Lone Ranger]

He's a good 2 inches shorter than

[Narrator]

you want and not so solid.

[Tonto]

I'm not the Lone Range either. I tried to tell you about this man, the voice and your necks. What is this? He cannot be the Lone Ranger. I'll never forget his voice. I'll remove that match. There. Look. The face of a youth. Five years ago, I first saw the masked Hombre. This one would have been a mere

[Narrator]

boy then, but he was masked riding a white stag.

[Tonto]

I was just trying to imitate the Lone Ranger when I met you. I started to tell you, but you made me keep quiet.

[Narrator]

You mean to say this isn't the

[Lone Ranger]

obre I was supposed to bring here?

[Tonto]

That's exactly it, Senor Max. The brave outlaw from Colorado got me dropped on a play acting youth and brought him here to strut in front of us. See, he has no belt of silver bullets either. You're a fool, Max.

[Narrator]

Fool, am I? I'll fix this maverick for pulling this trick on me.

[Tonto]

I'll not take that gun or no gun.

[Lone Ranger]

Boy, I'll kill you for that.

[Tonto]

Wait, Max.

[Narrator]

Wait.

[Tonto]

Let him alone. You brought it on yourself. At least the young fellow has courage. What is your name, amigo? Dan Reed. You admire this masked man known as the Lone Ranger? You wish to imitate him, no? Yes, I admire him. I had the mask. Never mind. It was enough to fool Senor Max here and most anyone else who might have seen you.

[Narrator]

We better get rid of them and make other plans.

[Tonto]

No, wait. I have the great idea. What is it? Yeah, tell us about it, Juan. We'll go rob the Pikeville bank tonight and take this fellow Dan with us. He'll wear the mask and ride the white stallion. We'll make sure he's seen. After tonight, the Lone Ranger will no longer be respected. He will be thought of as an Outlaw tie this fellow to where to go.

[Narrator]

Late in the afternoon, a heavy rainstorm erased any tracks Dan's horse made. So that when the Lone Ranger and T returned to the camp just before sundown and Dan wasn't there. They were unable to trail him. They rode to town to inquire. But learning Dan hadn't bought supplies, they decided to go back and search the trail. A bright moon arose and the masked man and Indian could see some distance along the trail. They found no sign of Dan or his horse. Finally, the Lone Ranger spoke.

[Lone Ranger]

I don't know. Let's turn to that gully alongside the trail and search it. Dan might be lying there hurt or wounded.

[Tonto]

Well, that's good idea, Kimasabi.

[Lone Ranger]

Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

As the two men rode slowly along the bottom of the gully. They heard the sound of hooves approaching out on the trail.

[Lone Ranger]

Sounds like several horsemen moving toward town.

[Tonto]

Then soon pass. Here we wait. Him with R. Please Senior sleep his young son looks up like him. So that people will be sure the world rangers with. After he robs the bank and R fast through town. Then plan to rob bank in town. Have someone pose as Lone Ranger.

[Lone Ranger]

Ot Dan may be riding with him.

[Tonto]

Dan?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. Remember he put on one of my masks. He must have had it with him. Also, one of the horses winged as they passed.

[Narrator]

It sounded like Victor's wedding. Me think you're right.

[Tonto]

Kim Sabi.

[Lone Ranger]

We'll take a shortcut to town and contact the sheriff.

[Tonto]

Get him out.

[Narrator]

Marco and his men stopped among the trees on the edge of town to perfect their plans. Then they circled so as to come up behind the Pikeville bank. They dismounted in a nearby.

[Tonto]

Senor Dan, I have taken the bullets from you. Now I give back your gun unloaded. A Lone Ranger would not ride with an empty holster. Here. Thanks.

[Narrator]

You'll be covered every minute, Dan. And get shot if you don't play along.

[Tonto]

See? That is right. Have your guns ready, Senoris.

[Lone Ranger]

All right, sir.

[Tonto]

I will go force the back window. Then unlock the back door from the inside. You Schlick will hold a gun on this mask all the till we come out. Stand with him just out the back doorway. Right now. Let's go.

[Narrator]

This window will be easy to force. Catch is rusted. Noticed him. When I case the bank, I'm good. Work in it, Honey. Dark inside. I'll go through and unlock the door. Watch the young fellow closely.

[Tonto]

Slick Noon worry.

[Narrator]

Come on in. I'll go light the lamp.

[Tonto]

I know we're t Follow me and you're in.

[Narrator]

Ben Weed stood waiting While Slick held a gun at his back. He had an impulse to shout for help, but knew it would be useless. He saw the light go on inside. Then through the open door, he saw several men rise up behind the teller's long cutter.

[Tonto]

Holy mackerel. We gotta get away from here. Run for the horse.

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Dan suddenly grabbed Slick's gun arm. Cook was surprised by Dan's vice like grip.

[Tonto]

Let go my arm.

[Lone Ranger]

Thank you.

[Narrator]

Slick struggled to use his gun on Dan. Dan docked. Then drawing his empty gun, brought the body down heavily on Slick's head.

[Tonto]

That'll stop you, Dan.

[Narrator]

You all right?

[Tonto]

Yes, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

Take off that mask and tie this man and go away with the horses.

[Tonto]

Yes, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm going in to help the sheriff and his men.

[Narrator]

Inside, the cooks were taken by surprise. Two were wounded. But Max and Marco found protection alongside the big safe.

[Tonto]

Senor Max Parody lamp. They will try to get through the back door. Stop those guns.

[Lone Ranger]

Hey, look.

[Narrator]

Ask young fella. His gun is empty.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll plug him. Hold it.

[Narrator]

No, I'm hitting.

[Tonto]

Oh, crime. I'm with a trap. I give up. I know you're really the Lone Ranger. I dropped my gun.

[Lone Ranger]

Yeah, the Morrow sheriff. Keep them covered. There's another one outside the door. He's tired. Good. That man is Juan Marco, leader of the gang.

[Tonto]

Marco, eh? He's caused a lot of trouble around here.

[Narrator]

Kim.

[Tonto]

A tabby. You'll find Dan?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, he's all right, Toto. He's waiting with the horses. He knocks out one of the cooks.

[Tonto]

Oh, that's good. Dan. Growing up Clan 1.

[Narrator]

The young fellow with the mask. I thought he was the one who came in.

[Tonto]

Now you believe what I said? Ain't. Senor Max, you're not so tough as you thought. Neither are you, Marco. Once the masked man got in your trail, you didn't have a chance.

[Narrator]

Warren, that masked youngster got us into this mess. PM pulled me into thinking he was

[Tonto]

the real masked man. You take a good look at the masked man. Then you'll see that no, he and the Indian have already left. Yeah, they don't waste time after a job is finished. I don't know what your pal's talking about, but as far as I'm concerned, nobody but a dimwit could ever mistake anybody for the Lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

We'll return in just a moment for a word about our next exciting Lone Ranger adventure. Dan Reed's Fight for Life.

[Tonto]

Cause champions are made, not for. Yes, sir. Get on your way.

[Narrator]

Get on your way.

[Tonto]

Get on your way. With Tweety.

[Narrator]

It's good to know you can make something out of yourself.

[Tonto]

And can.

[Narrator]

Because champions are made, not born. Take the story of Jack Kramer, tennis star. When Jack was just 11 years, his tennis didn't win him cheers. But practice built his power game and he got on his way to fame with Wheaties. The food, the champs acclaim. Today Jack tops the Tennis clan for 22 years. A Wheaties man, Jack Kramer, going steady on Wheaties since he was 11 years old.

[Tonto]

Mighty good for you.

[Narrator]

There's a whole kernel of wheat in every Wheaties flake.

[Tonto]

Okay, Jack, that ball. Hey, hey, hey. He's on his way, on his way. He's on his way, on his way. Get on your way with Wheaties.

[Cheerios Announcer]

Cause champions are mate, not sports.

[Tonto]

Yes, sir. Get on your way.

[Narrator]

Get on your way.

[Tonto]

Get on your way with Wheaties. Breakfast of champions.

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[Narrator]

Dan Reed had disappeared and the Lone Ranger and Tahoe searched for a gang's hideout in the nearby hills where they suspected he might have been taken by outlaws. But storms interfered with the search and Dan was forced to for his life against great odds. This is a story of suspense and action you'll not want to miss.

[Tonto]

Be sure to listen.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger, a copyrighted feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated is created by George W. Trendle, produced by Trendall Campbell Muir Incorporated, directed by Charles D. Livingston and edited by Fran Stryker. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamer, your announcer Fred Ford. The Lone Ranger is brought to you by General Mills every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at this same time. Be sure to listen. This recorded program has come to you from Detroit. This is ABC Radio Network. Foreign.

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