Danger at Dawn | The Lone Ranger (11-01-50)

Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast: Episode Summary

Episode Title: Danger at Dawn | The Lone Ranger (11-01-50)
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Release Date: April 15, 2025

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Introduction: Setting the Scene

The episode opens with the familiar sounds of the Wild West, enhanced through meticulous digital restoration that brings clarity to every creak of a saloon door and thundering hoofbeats of the Lone Ranger’s horse, Silver. Andrew Rhynes welcomes listeners before plunging them into the heart of the narrative.

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The Threat Looms: Cavalry’s Concerns

Timestamp [03:18]: The story begins with Captain Milton and Lieutenant Wiley of the United States Cavalry camped near Rock Ridge. They discuss an impending mission to Fort Terrace due to fears of an imminent Apache uprising led by Chief White Fox.

• Lieutenant Wiley: “A tribe of Apaches under Chief White Fox have been showing signs of getting out of hand. Scouts report that they've been holding councils of war and it's been reported that someone is supplying them with ammunition and rifles.” ([04:05])

Captain Milton outlines the need to locate the Lone Ranger, a masked vigilante known for his justice, to guide the troops safely and avoid an ambush.

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Deception Unveiled: Buck Carey’s Betrayal

Timestamp [05:46]: Back at the camp, Buck Carey, an outlaw with a deceptive charm, and Morton Rusty discover a sealed message left by a fallen trooper. The message requests the Lone Ranger’s assistance, leading Buck to hatch a plan to impersonate the Ranger.

• Rusty: “I saw that Lone Ranger once. He rides a big white stallion, wears a black mask and a white hat.” ([07:42])

Buck fabricates a plan to deceive the cavalry by adopting the Lone Ranger’s appearance, intending to sabotage their mission.

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False Hero’s Arrival: The Imposter Strikes

Timestamp [15:26]: As dawn breaks, the Lone Ranger and his companion, Tonto, arrive to assist the cavalry. However, unbeknownst to them, Buck Carey has already infiltrated the camp, alerting the troops to arrest the real Ranger for treason.

• Lone Ranger: “Can you do it?” ([09:18])

The impostor tries to lead the cavalry into an ambush, but the Lone Ranger intervenes just in time, revealing the deception.

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The Confrontation: Unmasking the Truth

Timestamp [22:00]: In a tense standoff, the real Lone Ranger confronts Lieutenant Wiley and Scout Hawkins, presenting evidence that Buck Carey is the true traitor.

• Lone Ranger: “The man who came to you yesterday was an imposter.” ([22:00])
• Lieutenant Wiley: “Now I know we've made a mistake. Tell me, sir, what is it you wanted to say to us?” ([22:57])

The genuine Lone Ranger exposes Buck’s betrayal, highlighting his involvement in arming the Apaches and planning attacks on settlers.

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Final Showdown: Justice Prevails

Timestamp [25:07]: The climax unfolds as Buck Carey attempts to escape during a fierce battle orchestrated by Chief White Fox’s forces. The Lone Ranger engages in a dramatic duel, ultimately overpowering Buck and ensuring justice is served.

• Lone Ranger: “Get off that horse.” ([25:07])

The battle is intense, with the restored audio capturing every punch and gunshot, culminating in Buck’s defeat and the validation of the Lone Ranger’s heroism.

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Resolution: Restoring Order

Timestamp [26:10]: With Buck apprehended, Lieutenant Wiley acknowledges the Lone Ranger’s invaluable assistance. The cavalry recognizes the Ranger’s dedication to justice, and peace is restored in Rock Ridge.

• Lieutenant Wiley: “Colonel Harris should recommend that you receive a medal for what you've done, sir.” ([26:05])
• Lone Ranger: “I have no use for medals, Captain. Thanks just the same.” ([26:10])

The Lone Ranger and Tonto depart, leaving behind a grateful cavalry and a town safe from impending threats.

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Conclusion: A Hero’s Legacy

The episode closes with Captain Milton narrating the Lone Ranger’s lasting impact, emphasizing his role as a symbol of unwavering justice and bravery in the Wild West.

• Lieutenant Wiley: “There goes a loyal American. Will be remembered long after the rest of us are gone and forgotten. Happen they'll never forget the Lone Ranger.” ([26:50])

Andrew Rhynes wraps up the episode, inviting listeners to engage with the podcast through ratings and subscriptions, while honoring the timeless legacy of classic Western radio dramas.

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Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Lieutenant Wiley: “A tribe of Apaches under Chief White Fox have been showing signs of getting out of hand.” ([04:05])
• Rusty: “I saw that Lone Ranger once. He rides a big white stallion, wears a black mask and a white hat.” ([07:42])
• Lone Ranger: “The man who came to you yesterday was an imposter.” ([22:00])
• Lone Ranger: “Get off that horse.” ([25:07])
• Lone Ranger: “I have no use for medals, Captain. Thanks just the same.” ([26:10])
• Lieutenant Wiley: “There goes a loyal American. Will be remembered long after the rest of us are gone and forgotten.” ([26:50])

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Insights and Themes

"Danger at Dawn" delves into themes of trust, deception, and the relentless pursuit of justice. The Lone Ranger embodies the archetype of the noble hero, standing against corrupt forces to protect the innocent. The episode highlights the importance of integrity and the impact one individual can have in preserving peace and order.

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Conclusion

This episode of the Old Time Radio Westerns brings to life the classic tale of the Lone Ranger with enhanced audio quality, making every moment vivid and engaging. Andrew Rhynes successfully transports listeners to the heart of the Wild West, celebrating the enduring legacy of one of radio’s most iconic heroes. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the genre, "Danger at Dawn" offers a captivating story of heroism and moral fortitude that resonates across generations.

Transcript

[Tonto]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode absolutely free. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. Now, let's get into this episode.

[Narrator]

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

[Captain Milton]

It's with his faithful Indian companion, Toto.

[Narrator]

The daring and resourceful masked rider of the Plains led the fight for law.

[Captain Milton]

And order in the early western United States. Nowhere in the pages of history can.

[Narrator]

One find a greater champion of justice.

[Captain Milton]

Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the.

[Narrator]

Thundering hoofbeats of the great horse.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Silver.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Lone Ranger]

Mo Silver. That will be called. I am Silver. Hey.

[Captain Milton]

A troop of United States Cavalry had pitched temporary camp in the hills a few miles from the small western town of Rock Ridge. In his headquarters tent, the commanding officer, Captain Milton, and Lieutenant Wiley, were in conference.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Lieutenant, up to now, you and the rest of the troop haven't known why. We're on our way to Fort Terrace.

[Scout Hawkins]

That's right, sir.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

The reason is this. Colonel Harris, who commands the fort, has only a small detachment there. He sent a dispatch asking for reinforcements because he fears an Indian uprising.

[Scout Hawkins]

Does the colonel have reason for such fears, Captain?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

He has very strong reason.

[Scout Hawkins]

I see.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

A tribe of Apaches under Chief White Fox have been showing signs of getting out of hand. Scouts report that they've been holding councils of war and it's been reported that someone is supplying them with ammunition and rifles.

[Scout Hawkins]

And the colonel expects an attack on the fort?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

That's right.

[Scout Hawkins]

Well, sir, why don't we push on? We've been here since yesterday.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I'll tell you why. In his dispatch, the colonel suggested we camp here near Rock Ridge until I locate a certain man who can guide us safely to the fort. Otherwise, we'd run the risk of ambush.

[Scout Hawkins]

How do you propose to locate the man you speak of, sir?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

The colonel explained how that was to be done. About 10 miles south of here there's a mission. I'm to send a message to the padre there, and he in turn, will get in touch with the man I mentioned and send him here. But, Captain, I have a note for the padre right here. Have one of the men take it to the mission immediately.

[Scout Hawkins]

Yes.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Oh, one thing more. Notify the guards that the man whom I'll be expecting will be wearing a white hat and a black mask. He'll be riding a white stallion. He Carries a letter of identification from the colonel. And possibly he'll bring back my note. He's to be brought in to me at once, but a masked man.

[Scout Hawkins]

Who is he, captain?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

He's known as the Lone Ranger. Send a messenger with that note to the padre right away, lieutenant. There's no time to lose.

[Scout Hawkins]

Yes, sir. I'll attend to it at once.

[Captain Milton]

A short time later, one of the troopers carrying the note to the the padre left the camp and took the trail toward the mission. He had ridden several miles and was rounding a bend in the trail when.

[Lone Ranger]

A good shot.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Rusty is done for.

[Buck Carey]

He's done for, all right.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Better hurry up and search him before somebody comes.

[Buck Carey]

Give me a chance, will you? Hey, here's something. Must be an important message. Got ceiling wipes on it.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Better wait and let Buck open it. Come on, we'll take it to the hideout now.

[Buck Carey]

Let's get that trooper's horse first. You know, Buck was smart to have us keep tabs on them troopers.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Sure, Buck Gary can outsmart any army officer they send out here. Easy there.

[Lone Ranger]

Get up there. Get up. Get up.

[Captain Milton]

Buck Carey was a tall, muscular man. And though living the life of an outlaw had made him hard and cold within, his firm, regular features often assumed a disarmingly pleasant expression. He was lounging on a cot in a corner of the shack when Morton Rusty entered.

[Buck Carey]

Hey, look, we got something important.

[Rusty]

What is it?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Sealed message we took from a trooper. He isn't alive to know we got it, though.

[Rusty]

I thought they tried to send somebody through with a dispatch.

[Buck Carey]

He wasn't riding toward the fort, Puck.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

He was riding south. Ride and Sal.

[Rusty]

That's funny. Give me that dispatch.

[Buck Carey]

Oh, yeah, here it is.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Is it important?

[Buck Carey]

Read it out loud.

[Rusty]

Listen to this. Dear Padre, I've been advised you know the whereabouts of the masked man known as the Lone Ranger.

[Buck Carey]

Masked man?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Shut up, Rusty.

[Lone Ranger]

Go on, Buck.

[Rusty]

It is of the utmost importance that you get word to him at once. Please inform the Lone Ranger that we are camped a few miles south of Rock Ridge and that I anxiously await his arrival. Very truly yours, D.C. milton, Captain, Troop D, U.S. cavalry.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Hey, that's not good, Buck. I heard about that masked man. He's one critter it's best not to tangle with.

[Rusty]

Don't be a fool. As long as you got this note, he won't get the message and he won't show up.

[Buck Carey]

Yeah, but somebody might find that trooper's body. Then he'll send another message.

[Rusty]

You crazy fools. Both of you go back and make sure nobody does Find that trooper.

[Buck Carey]

Sure, sure, we'll attend to it. Buck.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Yeah.

[Buck Carey]

I guess that note was important, huh?

[Rusty]

Important enough to give me a good idea. I saw that Lone Ranger once. He rides a big white stallion, wears a black mask and a white hat.

[Buck Carey]

What about it?

[Rusty]

Just this. Among the horses they stole from the ranches in the valley, White Fox's Indians brought in a big Arabian horse. A white one. I know White Fox will let me use it. I can make a black mask and I know where I can get a white hat.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Yeah, but why do you want.

[Rusty]

Hey, I bet I get your idea. Well, if you don't, I'll tell you. Tomorrow afternoon I'm gonna go to the troopers camp and pass myself off as the Lone Ranger.

[Captain Milton]

The following afternoon, Lieutenant Wylie entered the headquarters tent in a state of subdued excitement.

[Scout Hawkins]

Captain, the mast man is here.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Fine, fine. Have him come right in. Yes, sir.

[Scout Hawkins]

The captain will see you now, sir.

[Rusty]

Thanks, Lieutenant.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

How do you do, sir? I'm Captain Milton. I appreciate your quick response to my message.

[Rusty]

I came as soon as I heard.

[Captain Milton]

From the padre, Captain.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Sit down.

[Lone Ranger]

Sit down, sir.

[Captain Milton]

Thank you.

[Scout Hawkins]

Captain, the trooper who took the message, the padre hasn't returned to camp. I thought perhaps he'd return with the mask man.

[Rusty]

Oh, I can tell you about the trooper, captain.

[Captain Milton]

He.

[Rusty]

Well, he had a slight accident. Sprained his ankle, as a matter of fact.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Oh, sprained his ankle?

[Rusty]

Yes, it was badly swollen. And though he wanted to return, the padre and I suggested that he stay there. So I'm sorry.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Oh, it's all right, sir. It's all right. The trooper earned a short rest by getting you here.

[Rusty]

What is it you want, Captain?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Get us through safely to Fort Charret.

[Lone Ranger]

Can you do it?

[Rusty]

Just put yourself in my hands, Captain. The fort is only about 20 miles west of here.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I know, but that low range of hills a few miles over yonder is my main worry. I've been warned to watch out for an ambush by the Indians there.

[Rusty]

There's a narrow valley through those hills that will best serve our purpose, Captain. Be ready to move at dawn, I'll come back here to guide you to that valley.

[Scout Hawkins]

I should think that taking a valley trail would be dangerous, captain. Narrow valley would be ideal for an ambush.

[Rusty]

I know every move the Indians make, Lieutenant. But if you don't care to trust me.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Of course we trust you. In fact, I was told I could trust you completely. The troop will be ready to follow you at dawn.

[Rusty]

Good, good. I'll ride toward the hills now and.

[Captain Milton]

Scout around a bit.

[Rusty]

Oh, and don't Worry Lieutenant. I'll make sure everything will work out just as I planned.

[Captain Milton]

It was dusk when two horsemen arrived at the outskirts of Rock Ridge. They were the Lone Ranger and his Indian companion. While Tonto rolled into town for a few supplies, the masked man waited in a grove of cottonwoods. Before long he heard the steady beat of hoops that told of Tano's return.

[Tonto]

Ho, Scum. Ho fella. Easy scum. Easy fella.

[Lone Ranger]

Did you get the supplies, Totto?

[Tonto]

Ah, and he sees some troopers in town.

[Lone Ranger]

Kimasabe troopers here in Rock Ridge?

[Tonto]

Well me find out. Troopers have Campen Hill few miles to south.

[Lone Ranger]

They must be on the way to Fort Terrett. I've heard that Indians are causing trouble out that way.

[Tonto]

That's right.

[Lone Ranger]

We might be able to help the commander of the troops. They run the danger of ambush between here and the fort.

[Tonto]

Maybe it's not safe to go to troopers camp.

[Lone Ranger]

I know Colonel Harris, commanding officer of the fort. He told me that if he had to send for reinforcements he wanted us to guide them through the hills. The Colonel said he'd mention us in his dispatches so that we could safely approach the army camp.

[Tonto]

When you go to sea troop Commander.

[Lone Ranger]

We arrive at the camp at dawn. Toto here, Silver. Right now we go pitch camp nearby then turn in early for a good rest. Easy said Be what's got.

[Tonto]

Easy fell to.

[Captain Milton]

Darkness had fallen when Rusty and Mor hurriedly rolled to Buck Car's hideout.

[Lone Ranger]

Easy.

[Rusty]

White Fox move his braves into the valley for the ambush.

[Buck Carey]

We rode up to this end of the valley to find out. Thought we something happened. But we come on a couple of other critters watching the redskins move in there.

[Rusty]

What's that?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

That's right, Buck. There were a couple of scouts from the fort. We jumped him and made sure one.

[Lone Ranger]

Of them won't talk.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

We shot the other in the arm but he got away.

[Rusty]

You clumsy fools. Why didn't you go after him?

[Lieutenant Wiley]

We did, but his horse was too fast. He rode toward the army camp.

[Rusty]

He'll warn the captain about the Indians waiting in the valley. He'll know I was trying to trick him. I won't dare go back in the morning.

[Buck Carey]

Well, there's only one other way for the troops to take Buck. They won't take a chance on the valley now.

[Rusty]

What are you driving at?

[Buck Carey]

It isn't too late yet to have White Fox move his Indians from the valley so as to ambush the troops on the other trail.

[Captain Milton]

A short time later, Lieutenant Wiley entered the captain's tent.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Captain Milton. What is it, Lieutenant Wounded scout from.

[Scout Hawkins]

The fort has just arrived, sir. He's right outside. Wants to see you immediately.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Have him come in.

[Scout Hawkins]

Yes, sir. The captain will see you. Come right in.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, sir.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Well, speak up, man. What is it, scout?

[Scout Hawkins]

Hawkins from Fort Ted reporting, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

Go on.

[Scout Hawkins]

Two of us came through the narrow valley in the hills yonder, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

At dusk.

[Scout Hawkins]

We saw Indians filling into the valley on each side.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Are you sure?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, sir.

[Scout Hawkins]

While we were watching, we were attacked. Jackson was killed. I was hit in my arm, but I managed to get through to your camp. They're getting ready for an ambush, sir. I'm sure of it, Captain. The man who was here this afternoon assured us.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I know, Lieutenant. I know. Hawkins, did you get a look at your attackers?

[Buck Carey]

No, sir.

[Scout Hawkins]

I didn't have a chance and it was too dark to see much. I'll show you the other trail through the hill, sir. It'll be suicide to go through that valley.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Yes, I agree with you. I'm afraid your colonel put his trust in the wrong man.

[Scout Hawkins]

I don't understand, sir.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I don't mean you, of course. You're to be commended. Lieutenant informed the guard that when our so called friend, the Lone Ranger, returns at dawn, he's to be placed under arrest. Immediately.

[Captain Milton]

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 now to continue. As the first flush of dawn spread over the hills, the Lone Ranger and Toto were in the saddle riding toward the army camp to offer their help. As they drew near, the masked man signaled a halt.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll ride on from here alone. I'm sure I'll get him to see the commander without any trouble. After we talk, I'll come back here for you. I don't expect to be long now.

[Tonto]

We me wait here until you come.

[Lone Ranger]

Good. Then we'll do some scouting in the hills and report conditions to Troop Commander. Adios.

[Tonto]

Adios.

[Lone Ranger]

Come on, Silver.

[Captain Milton]

Not knowing that because of Buck Carey's deception the camp had been alerted for his arrest, the Lone Ranger rode openly along the trail leading to the camp. He drew rein at the guard's sharp order.

[Lone Ranger]

Very well. Easy, Bigfoot.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Stop there and pull him up.

[Lone Ranger]

Mister, I'm a friend of Colonel Harris. I've come to see your commanding officer. I'll explain my mask to him.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

The captain gave special orders about you.

[Scout Hawkins]

You're under arrest.

[Lone Ranger]

Is that so? Good work, Secretary.

[Scout Hawkins]

I saw him approaching. Keep him covered while I take his guns.

[Lone Ranger]

Just a minute, Lieutenant. You'll take me to sleep you did.

[Scout Hawkins]

All the talking you're going to.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Mister.

[Scout Hawkins]

You said enough. Yesterday we found out you were planning to lead us into an ambush.

[Lone Ranger]

Yesterday. I don't understand.

[Scout Hawkins]

Maybe you don't, but we do. The captain has ordered your arrest for treason. Now I'll take those guns.

[Lone Ranger]

Sorry, Lieutenant.

[Tonto]

Let me go.

[Lone Ranger]

You get a gun at your back. Tell your guard to drop his rifle.

[Scout Hawkins]

You won't get away with this. A few minutes old time.

[Lone Ranger]

All right, guard. I give you 10 seconds. Throw that rifle in the bushes. Otherwise I'll be.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I better do it.

[Scout Hawkins]

He'll kill you, Lieutenant.

[Lone Ranger]

Now. I'll toss your gun away.

[Buck Carey]

Lieutenant.

[Scout Hawkins]

You'll hang for this.

[Lone Ranger]

Not if I can help it. Lie down, both of you. Good. Here's Silver. We meet again, Lieutenant. Adios. Easy.

[Tonto]

Steady.

[Lone Ranger]

Bigfoot on the guard.

[Captain Milton]

Tuttle had heard the commotion in the camp and he was already mounted and.

[Narrator]

Waiting to join the Lone Ranger in this fast flight.

[Captain Milton]

The two headed into the hills west of the camp and rode hard until they were sure they were safe. They had reached the hillside at the entrance to the Nar Valley when they rained to a halt.

[Tonto]

Easy.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Easy.

[Tonto]

Fell. What happened, Kimasabi?

[Lone Ranger]

They tried to place me under arrest, Hutto, for treason. Treason?

[Tonto]

Me not savage.

[Lone Ranger]

Neither do I. But from the little that was said, I have an idea that someone has been to the camp posing as me. Someone who planned to lead the troop into ambush.

[Tonto]

That's not good, Otto.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm beginning to notice something.

[Tonto]

What's that?

[Lone Ranger]

Certain signs here on this slope. Look around a bit.

[Tonto]

Me see em look like plenty Indian move along here. Signs plenty fresh.

[Lone Ranger]

Otto, I'm sure the Indians were hiding on the slopes of this narrow valley waiting to ambush the troopers. They found out the troopers learned of the ambush. So the Indians left here sometime before dawn.

[Tonto]

If troopers think Indians still here, they'll not come through valley on way to fort.

[Lone Ranger]

That's right. The Indians may figure the same way and plan to ambush the troops somewhere else. We'll scout around and find out which way they went when they left the valley. Come on, children.

[Captain Milton]

The valley trail curved gradually northward until a few miles beyond the place where the ambush had been planned, it joined the upper trail. The masked man and Tottle finally reached the point where the trails joined and rode on for a short distance before halting.

[Lone Ranger]

I expected the Indians to plan an ambush somewhere along the upper trail before it joined the valley trail. They've left sign enough to show they followed the valley trail all the way. That tracks too show right along here.

[Tonto]

That's right. We See where trail reach river just ahead. Look like Indians cross river.

[Lone Ranger]

They can't go far beyond the other side without running into scouts from the fort. We'll turn off to the left to that small wooded bluff just ahead.

[Tonto]

We see a cross river from there.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. I'll use my binoculars. Perhaps I'll find out something. Come on, Sylvia.

[Tonto]

Come ups.

[Buck Carey]

Come.

[Lone Ranger]

Those are both. I'll use the binoculars.

[Tonto]

There. Cottonwood Grove just beyond other banks.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, but once across the river, the cavalry would give it a wide berth. Isaac, there's an Indian chief on his pony. Just rode to the edge of the grove. There's a horseman riding in from the other direction. Here, take a look. Toto.

[Tonto]

You see him Plain chief wait for other fellow. Him seem to kimasabe other fellow wear mask. Ride white horse like you.

[Lone Ranger]

Let me see. Must be the one who impersonated me. That right now they're pointing toward the river. How do I think I know their plan?

[Tonto]

What's that?

[Lone Ranger]

The river is wide at that point and stirrup deep. The Indians wait until the troopers are fording that river. They can rush out and massacre them.

[Tonto]

That's right.

[Lone Ranger]

There's no time to lose. Ride downstream. Cross over and ride to Fort Terrett. Here. Give Colonel Harris a silver bullet. Tell him the situation and suggest that he bring all the men he can spare. Move up as close as he can on the other side of the Indian's hiding place.

[Tonto]

Me do it. What you do?

[Lone Ranger]

I'm going back along the trail until I meet the troopers.

[Tonto]

Maybe them shoot when they I've thought of a plan.

[Lone Ranger]

Ask the colonel to wait beyond where the Indians are hiding until he hears a bugle. All right, get going, Tunnel. Hurry.

[Scout Hawkins]

Get him off the scout.

[Lone Ranger]

Come on, Silver.

[Captain Milton]

Meantime, Captain Milton with Lieutenant Wylie and the wounded scout rode at the head of his cavalry troop along the upper trail.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Hawkins, I hope I'm right in following your advice to use the upper trail.

[Scout Hawkins]

Don't worry, sir. This upper trail runs through open country.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

All the way to the river.

[Scout Hawkins]

Once across that, we'll have no worries.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Well, I'll have to take your word for it. Get up. Hey, somebody riding down the trail, coming fast.

[Scout Hawkins]

Maybe another scout from the port, sir. I I Look, Captain, it's a mast man.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Well, I'll be through.

[Scout Hawkins]

I'll pick him right out the cell.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I'll have oh, wait a He'll have our guns trained on him. I thunder. What nerve the man has.

[Lone Ranger]

Ho, ho. Easy, easy.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Take him prison, Lieutenant. Don't let him get away this time.

[Lone Ranger]

Wait a minute, Captain. First, listen to what I have to say.

[Scout Hawkins]

Don't listen to him, Captain.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I trusted you once, sir. Why should I do so again?

[Lone Ranger]

The man who came to you yesterday was an imposter.

[Scout Hawkins]

We're wasting time, sir.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I see what I.

[Rusty]

Wait.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Hold on, Lieutenant. There is something different about this man. Deeper voice, for one thing.

[Lone Ranger]

I have a letter of identification in my pocket, Captain. It's signed with the colonel.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Let me see it.

[Lone Ranger]

Of course.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Well, this does identify you as the lieutenant. Didn't the mask man who came to us yesterday show you such a letter before you brought him to me?

[Scout Hawkins]

Why, no, sir. He did have the note you sent, so I thought.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

You thought? I distinctly told you. The man we expected would bring a letter from the colonel. This man's telling the truth. The other was an imposter.

[Lone Ranger]

That's right, Captain.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I should have known myself. I heard you carried silver bullets and I see them in your gun belt. The man we saw yesterday carried ordinary bullets, captain.

[Scout Hawkins]

Are they really silver, sir?

[Lone Ranger]

Here, see for yourself.

[Scout Hawkins]

Yes, it's true.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Now I know we've made a mistake. Tell me, sir, what is it you wanted to say to us?

[Lone Ranger]

The Indians are in a grove just beyond the riverbank on the other side, they plan to massacre your troop midstream.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

So that's it, Captain.

[Lone Ranger]

If you'll trust me, I think we can route White Fox's braves and their crooks who worked with them.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

All right. I will trust you. Now, what's your plan, sir?

[Lone Ranger]

We'll leave the trail just ahead where I'd walk a bit.

[Captain Milton]

It was mid afternoon. Buck Carey, still wearing a mask and a white hat, sat under a tree near the edge of the grove, talking to Rusty. The white horse was tethered nearby.

[Rusty]

There's something funny about this, Rusty. I felt sure the troopers had reached the river before now.

[Buck Carey]

There's no sign of me yet, Buck. Now, don't forget, when they do come and things start getting hot, you're gonna ride out there so as they can get a look at you.

[Rusty]

The Lone Ranger left to leave the territory. After what happens today, the Indians are keeping quiet, but they'll make noise enough soon.

[Buck Carey]

Yeah, but I don't. Hey, did you hear that?

[Narrator]

Hey, Buck.

[Lone Ranger]

The troopers.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

They're coming down along the riverbank on this side.

[Rusty]

They must have been tipped off. But we have enough Indians to hold them all.

[Buck Carey]

Another bugle. They came from west here, toward the fort.

[Captain Milton]

Look.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Coming over the hill back of us.

[Rusty]

The soldiers from Fort Chariot. The Indians will be trapped. Come on, get your horses, quick. Make for the river.

[Narrator]

As the troopers moved in from each side, they gradually spread out so that the Indians had no chance to escape. The battle waxed fierce and hot and the great figure of the Lone Ranger could be seen in the thickest part of the fray. As the masked men helped fight back the furious onslaught of the frenzied Indians, he caught sight of Buck Carey making a break for the river. The Lone Ranger moved out of the fight and rode after the fleeing figure. The mighty silver responded to the urgent cry of his master and steadily closed the gap between the Lone Ranger and Buck. Many of the fighting troopers and Indians gaped in open wonder as they saw what seemed to be two identical masked men on white horses racing toward the River Pacific Fella. Pastor Buck glanced back and seeing the masked man behind him, frantically clawed for his gun, which slipped from his shaking fingers and fell to the ground. He wondered why the Lone Ranger didn't shoot. A moment later he found out when the great silver pulled alongside.

[Lone Ranger]

Get off that horse.

[Narrator]

With a mighty leap, the Lone Ranger dragged Buck from the battle.

[Lone Ranger]

On your feet. I'm cheating you. Were you.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Buck exchanged heavy blows and for the moment seemed well matched. Soon, Buck's expression changed to one of wonder, then fear, as the Lone Ranger rained hammer like blows that blocked the outlaw on his heels.

[Lone Ranger]

Listen for what you try to do. The troopers.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Oh, that's so.

[Narrator]

The big outlaw took first one blow, then another to the jaw. Forceful blows that were more than any man could stand. And with a groan, he fell to the earth.

[Lone Ranger]

All right, you're through.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Good work, sir. We've won the battle.

[Lone Ranger]

Thanks to you, Captain. There's your imposter. I'll take off his mask. Buck Carey. I might have known.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

You know him?

[Lone Ranger]

A hunted outlaw, Captain. Wanted for selling firearms to the Indians as well as helping them plan attacks on settlers.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

We caught the other two as they started to follow this man.

[Lone Ranger]

Good.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Colonel Harris should recommend that you receive a medal for what you've done, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

I have no use for medals, Captain. Thanks just the same.

[Scout Hawkins]

See, I. I want to apologize to you.

[Lone Ranger]

It's not necessary, Lieutenant. I'm sorry I was forced to take such drastic action to escape from you this morning.

[Scout Hawkins]

By thunder, you move like lightning. I never saw anything like it.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

I bet Carrie thinks he was struck by lightning from the look on his face when I rode up. Well, we'll have a lot to talk about, Lieutenant, when we see the Colonel.

[Scout Hawkins]

Yes, sir. Believe me, without this mass friend Otto.

[Lone Ranger]

And I are glad we were able to help. I hope we meet again. Sometime. All right, Toto, we'll leave now. Adios.

[Scout Hawkins]

Goodbye, Mr.

[Lieutenant Wiley]

Lieutenant. There goes a loyal American. Will be remembered long after the rest of us are gone and forgotten. Happen they'll never forget the Lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

This is a feature of the Lone.

[Captain Milton]

Ranger Incorporated, created by George W. Trendle, produced by Trendle Campbell Enterprises, directed by Charles D. Livingston and edited by Fran Stryker. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamer.

[Andrew Rines]

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[Lone Ranger]

It.