Death on a Stagecoach | The Lone Ranger (06-20-51)

Summary

Death on a Stagecoach | The Lone Ranger – Detailed Summary

Episode Release Date: July 21, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to another enthralling episode of the Old Time Radio Westerns podcast, hosted by Andrew Rines. In "Death on a Stagecoach," originally aired on June 20, 1951, listeners are transported to the rugged landscapes of the Wild West. This episode, meticulously restored for enhanced audio clarity, captures the essence of classic Western radio dramas, offering a rich and immersive experience reminiscent of iconic shows like Gunsmoke and The Lone Ranger.

Plot Overview

The story is set in the promising yet perilous cattle town of Stockdale. The head of the Stockdale bank, Jason Crowell, harbors a dark past and has conspired with local gambler Floyd Duval to execute a bank robbery. Tom Kennedy, Crowell's loyal employee, finds himself ensnared in this deceitful plot, leading to a dramatic confrontation that ultimately involves the legendary Lone Ranger and his companion, Tonto.

Key Events and Discussions

1. The Conspiracy Unfolds [00:46 - 07:56]

   • Introduction to Jason Crowell and Floyd Duval: The episode opens with the narrator painting a vivid picture of the Wild West, introducing Silver, the Lone Ranger's trusty horse, and his Indian companion, Tonto. They establish law and order in the untamed plains.

   • Crowell and Duval's Secret Meeting: At approximately [03:38], Tom Kennedy warns Crowell about the increasing scrutiny:
     "And you'll be taking a chance if you stay here much longer. The way things are booming here, you'll have people crowding in day after day."
     Jason Crowell responds defensively, indicating the necessity to proceed with their plan despite the risks:
     "I realized that." [03:46]

   • The Deceptive Plan: Crowell coerces Kennedy into betraying his trust, warning him against any double-cross:
     "I hope that I'm not going to stand for any double cross from you, Cromwell." [03:50]
     He assigns Kennedy a critical task, pretending to involve him in a legitimate business transaction while orchestrating the bank robbery.

2. Tom Kennedy's Mission [08:22 - 14:35]

   • Katie Kennedy's Involvement: Katie Kennedy, Tom's wife, discovers her husband's secret mission. Despite Tom's initial reluctance, she insists on helping him:
     "I'll hitch up wide into the buckboard and drive you to Pottsboro. I'm your wife and I can keep your secret." [07:31]

   • Boarding the Stagecoach: Early the next morning, Katie drives Tom to the stagecoach station, ensuring he departs without suspicion. Their farewell is tender yet tense, foreshadowing the looming danger.

   • The Ambush: En route to Kansas City, the stagecoach is ambushed by Crowell and his gang. Amid the chaos, Kennedy is killed, and the stage driver, Sammy, is wounded:
     "I'm getting out." [11:42]
     The Lone Ranger and Tonto intervene, arriving just in time to tend to Sammy and assess the situation.

3. Unraveling the Mystery [14:35 - 23:26]

   • Accusations and Investigation: Back in Stockdale, Crowell accuses Tom Kennedy of robbing the bank, prompting Sheriff Fallon to investigate.
     "I'm saying that your husband stole $100,000 or more from the bank. He broke into the safe." [16:54]
     However, inconsistencies arise when it's revealed that Kennedy's bag contains only envelopes and papers, not money:
     "I looked into his bag. He said you ordered him not to let me, but... Well, I did. And there was nothing in it except some envelopes and papers." [17:10]

   • Broken Trust and Missing Money: A telegram from Pottsboro informs them of Kennedy's death but confirms that the money remains unaccounted for, raising suspicions about Crowell's true intentions:
     "No, Mr. Crow. They got Tom Kennedy, though." [17:54]

   • The Lone Ranger's Intervention: The Lone Ranger steps in, identifying himself to the marshal in Pottsboro and presenting evidence that implicates Crowell's gang. His authoritative presence sways Sheriff Fallon to take decisive action against the real culprits.

4. Confrontation and Resolution [23:26 - 27:23]

   • Showdown at Duval's Ranch: The final act culminates at Floyd Duval's ranch, where Crowell and his accomplices attempt to flee. The Lone Ranger and Tonto, having traced the trail, confront them:
     "Put away your gun. Come to warn you the game's up." [25:10]

   • Unmasking the Truth: As tensions rise, Crowell's deceit is fully exposed. The Lone Ranger ensures that justice is served, leading to the arrest of Crowell and his gang, and thus restoring peace to Stockdale.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Introduction to the Lone Ranger: "A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty hio. Silver, the Lone Ranger, with his faithful Indian companion, Tottle..." [00:46]

• Katie's Determination: "I'll hitch up wide into the buckboard and drive you to Pottsboro. I'm your wife and I can keep your secret." [07:31]

• Sheriff Fallon's Tipping Point: "Money, the people's money. You helped him steal it." [16:54]

• The Lone Ranger's Assertion: "Put away your gun. Come to warn you the game's up." [25:10]

Characters

• The Lone Ranger: The iconic masked hero committed to justice.
• Tonto: The Lone Ranger's loyal and resourceful Indian companion.
• Tom Kennedy: A dedicated bank employee caught in Crowell's deceitful scheme.
• Katie Kennedy: Tom's supportive and brave wife.
• Jason Crowell: The town's banker with a malicious agenda.
• Floyd Duval: A cunning gambler and Crowell's partner in crime.
• Sheriff Fallon: The town's determined lawman striving to uncover the truth.

Audio Restoration and Production

Andrew Rines and his team have meticulously restored this episode, enhancing every sound element to create a vivid auditory experience. From the creak of the saloon door to the thundering hooves of the posse, each sound is rendered with exceptional clarity, immersing listeners in the timeless tales of the Wild West.

Conclusion

"Death on a Stagecoach" is a masterpiece of old-time radio drama, seamlessly blending suspense, action, and moral complexity. The Lone Ranger's unwavering commitment to justice serves as a beacon of hope against corruption and deceit. Through expert restoration, the Old Time Radio Westerns podcast revives these classic narratives, making them accessible and captivating for today's audience.

Final Thoughts

For enthusiasts of Westerns and classic radio dramas, this episode offers a compelling journey into the heart of the Wild West. Whether you're revisiting cherished stories or discovering them anew, "Death on a Stagecoach" promises an engaging and memorable listening experience.

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Transcript

[Katie Kennedy]

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 a hearty hio. Silver, the Lone Ranger, with his faithful Indian companion, Tottle, 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. The cattle town of Stockdale had a future as bright as the West. But unfortunately, the head of the Stockdale bank had a past as dark as the night outside. Local gambler Floyd Duval had known Crowell by other names in the past. And it was in Duval's house that they met in post midnight secrecy. Duval was talking.

[Tom Kennedy]

And you'll be taking a chance if you stay here much longer. The way things are booming here, you'll have people crowding in day after day. And the more people that came, you'll.

[Jason Crowell]

Know there is of my being recognized. I realize that.

[Tom Kennedy]

Yeah, I thought you would. You realize too, I hope. That I'm not going to stand for any double cross from you, Cromwell.

[Jason Crowell]

Now look here, Duval.

[Tom Kennedy]

Stop it. Stop it. You've been through this same routine before. I'll work with you and split with you, Cromwell. I'll never trust you.

[Jason Crowell]

I don't like that.

[Tom Kennedy]

I don't either. That's why I have Coke. Nolan standing behind the portieres with his gun pointing at you, huh? That's right. Come on out, Coke. Right, boss.

[Jason Crowell]

That's. I resent that, Deval.

[Tom Kennedy]

Then drown your resentment with a drink. I figured after I gave you the foolproof plan for getting away with the money this time, you might decide to use it alone. I.

[Jason Crowell]

Well, never mind. Where's the drink?

[Tom Kennedy]

Coke will get it. But first, let's decide exactly how we work this deal. You're in on this Coke, so listen. I'm listening.

[Jason Crowell]

Boys, before we start, the money will be hidden in the mine shaft at Rainy Pass.

[Tom Kennedy]

Yes. You and Coke can get together tomorrow night and stash it there. But as for tomorrow afternoon, here's what you'll do. Now, this clerk of yours, what's his name?

[Jason Crowell]

Kennedy. Tom Kennedy.

[Tom Kennedy]

Yes, I've studied the boy. He's exactly the type that'll go for the story you give him.

[Jason Crowell]

It's really too bad we have to kill him.

[Tom Kennedy]

I'll attend to that part. Yeah, but here's what you do. Crow. After closing hours at the bank tomorrow, will you speak to this Tom? Ken.

[Narrator]

Tom Kennedy, Jason Crowell's lone employee, was summoned into the banker's office late the next afternoon. Crowell outlined an important and confidential business transaction he was about to undertake and surprised the young man by saying, and.

[Jason Crowell]

It'S you I want to carry it out, Kennedy. I want you to go to Kansas City with the papers. Me?

[Tom Kennedy]

You want me to go?

[Jason Crowell]

Yes. You're a bright young man and I have confidence in your judgment for.

[Tom Kennedy]

Well, well, thank you, Mr. Crow.

[Jason Crowell]

Not at all. I also rely on your discretion and your ability to keep a secret. You can keep a secret, Kennedy, from everyone, including your wife.

[Tom Kennedy]

Oh, yes, sir. I promise you that, sir. Good.

[Jason Crowell]

Because I stand to lose many, many thousands if you don't.

[Tom Kennedy]

You won't, Mr. Crowell. What is it you want me to do, sir?

[Jason Crowell]

I'll give you the envelope with the papers and certificates you'll deliver to a certain gentleman in Kansas City. You'll take the feeder stage from Pottsboro.

[Tom Kennedy]

At 7 in the morning.

[Narrator]

At home that evening, Tom Kennedy's pretty young wife Katie listened wide eyed as he told her of his secret business mission.

[Tom Kennedy]

I'll have to drive over to Pottsboro and get the stage at seven o' clock in the morning. That'll get me to the main line by evening. I'll be in Kansas City the day after tomorrow.

[Katie Kennedy]

Oh, it's Simply wonderful, Tom. Mr. Crowell must think a great deal of you.

[Tom Kennedy]

Yes, that's what he said.

[Jason Crowell]

He also said that.

[Tom Kennedy]

No, I. I can't tell you. I'm sworn to secrecy.

[Katie Kennedy]

About what?

[Tom Kennedy]

About everything. This business. You wouldn't understand, Katie.

[Katie Kennedy]

No, I suppose I wouldn't. Well, we'll have to get up about 4 o' clock if I'm to get you to Pottsboro by seven, won't we?

[Tom Kennedy]

If you're to get me there. Oh, Katie, I have to go there alone.

[Katie Kennedy]

How? Nobody in town's supposed to know you're going, are they?

[Tom Kennedy]

No.

[Katie Kennedy]

You have no saddle horse, have you?

[Tom Kennedy]

No.

[Katie Kennedy]

Even if you did, you'd need somebody to ride it back here.

[Tom Kennedy]

I could stable it in Pottsboro.

[Katie Kennedy]

But you haven't won, remember?

[Tom Kennedy]

I never thought of that part. I don't imagine Mr. Crowell did either.

[Katie Kennedy]

So I'll hitch up wide into the buckboard and drive you to Pottsboro. I'm your wife and I can keep your secret. We'll be off before sunup and no one will know that I will.

[Narrator]

In spite of a few weak protests from her husband, Katie Kennedy handled the reins of the horse when they set out in the darkness at 4:00 next morning.

[Katie Kennedy]

You're an important banking man, Mr. Kennedy. You need someone to drive your coaching forward. Just sit back and be quiet now. I'll get you to Pottsboro in time. Get up there, boy. Get up.

[Narrator]

The couple arrived at the stagecoach junction in Pottsboro shortly before 7:00'.

[Tom Kennedy]

Clock.

[Narrator]

Tom Kennedy bought a ticket for Kansas City and returned to his wife.

[Tom Kennedy]

I'd better hurry, darling. There's the coach over there. That's the one I have to get.

[Katie Kennedy]

Tom. You'll be careful, won't you? Especially in Kansas City. Why, they.

[Tom Kennedy]

Never mind what they say, Katie. Just kiss me and let me get. Just a moment. I'm going to Kansas City. Hurry along, bub. You're the only one I got going. From this point, we start on time. Yes, sir. Goodbye, Katie.

[Katie Kennedy]

Goodbye, Tom. Oh, and Tom.

[Tom Kennedy]

You coming, Bob, or aren't you? Coming, Katie, what were you saying?

[Katie Kennedy]

Oh, Tom, I put sandwiches in your bag.

[Tom Kennedy]

Katie, I told you not to open it because I have.

[Katie Kennedy]

Oh, I'm sorry, Tom. I don't. Hurry, the coach will go without you.

[Tom Kennedy]

Yep, here we go. Get a bear. Bye, Katie. Bye.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto had viewed the farewell scene from a spot between the general store and another building across from the coach station. They had come to the still deserted main street for pro provisions before starting off on their day's journey.

[Tonto]

Now that we have viewed Young Love Tunnel, perhaps you better get to the general store before anyone else does and.

[Tom Kennedy]

No one see us. He come back plenty quick.

[Narrator]

Tuttle returned in about 10 minutes after placing the provisions in haversack.

[Tonto]

Easy. Come on.

[Narrator]

The masked man and the Indian rode up a back trail to the hills. Shortly after, they straightened out on another trail, one that overlooked the main road on which the stage was traveling.

[Tonto]

We're in no hurry, Tado. We'll take it easy. Come on.

[Narrator]

At Boulder Bend, hidden by a clump of rocks, Batman, Coke, Nolan and two other men, Bunko and Costi, sat on their horses and listened intently. Bunco spoke first.

[Tom Kennedy]

You hear that? You hear it, Kosty? Yeah, it's a stage all right. Must be about quarter of a mile back.

[Tonto]

What do you say, Coke?

[Tom Kennedy]

Put your handkerchiefs over your faces. Get ready. We no shoot the driver. Not unless he draws you won't have time if we do it right. You ready, Bunko? Yeah, sure. All right, then. Let's move up towards the road. Come on.

[Narrator]

The stagecoach, about eight miles out of Pottsboro slowed down as it neared Boulder Bend, the approach to a stream that flowed below.

[Tonto]

Easy, boys. Oh, easy, boys. Easy.

[Narrator]

The driver, his mind miles away, suddenly sat bolt upright as three masked figures galloped from behind the boulders, gun shooting into the air close to his head.

[Tonto]

It's bandage. Whoa.

[Tom Kennedy]

Who there?

[Narrator]

The three riders surrounded the coach, one of them grabbing a lead horse by the bit. The driver never had a chance to reach for his gun. Coke Nolan yelled at him.

[Tom Kennedy]

All right, get down up there. Driver, if you don't, I'm coming down. You people, inside out. Get out here.

[Jason Crowell]

I'm getting out.

[Tonto]

There's only one passenger.

[Tom Kennedy]

That's this man here who's asking you. Grab that passenger. Search him. No, you don't have to. I haven't much money. I'll empty my pockets for you. You will, will ya? Well, how do you like this? That'll empty them for you.

[Tonto]

Hey, what's the idea? He didn't do anything.

[Tom Kennedy]

We're not carrying anything either.

[Narrator]

No, ma'.

[Tom Kennedy]

Am.

[Jason Crowell]

Shut up.

[Tom Kennedy]

I'm not going for my gun.

[Narrator]

You take it if you want.

[Tom Kennedy]

I will. Got it, boss. All right. Sorry, Ms. Ibbet. This is for you.

[Tonto]

You dirty, no good killer. You shot him without giving him a chance.

[Tom Kennedy]

Oh. All right, boys, on your horses. I'll get the bait. All right. Here it is. Yeah, it wasn't too bad, was it? Let's get down to the stream.

[Tonto]

Look.

[Tom Kennedy]

Huh?

[Tonto]

Way up there on the hill.

[Narrator]

Yeah.

[Tom Kennedy]

They see us. Two fellas. One's an Indian. Get out of here. About a half a mile from where they are. Come on.

[Jason Crowell]

Easy now.

[Tom Kennedy]

Get up. Get up.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Tottle, riding on the hill trail, had heard the shots that killed Tom Kennedy. Minutes later, after crashing through brush and over rocks, they galloped onto the scene where two men were sprawled on the ground. One of the men was moving.

[Tonto]

Yes.

[Tom Kennedy]

One man live here.

[Tonto]

That's a driver of the stage we saw leave Plusborough. This is that young boy who was saying goodbye to the girl. Im Sammy.

[Tom Kennedy]

Him.

[Tonto]

He's dead. Toto, those three men we saw from the hills have a great start on us, but get after them. Meanwhile, I'll attend to this wounded man. We don't want him to die. Get him up.

[Tom Kennedy]

Scout.

[Tonto]

Easy, mister, easy. Don't move. Don't be frightened. I'm a friend. Let me see. This isn't Too bad. Lie still now. I'll bandage you and get you back to Pottsboro.

[Narrator]

The stagecoach, driven by the Lone Ranger and with Silver trailing along in the rear on a tether, arrived in Pottsboro at 9:00'. Clock. Before the masked man could remove the wounded stage driver from the coach, men ran from the marshal's office with guns drawn.

[Tonto]

Get your hands up.

[Tom Kennedy]

You puddle.

[Tonto]

Remove this wounded man and I'll do it.

[Tom Kennedy]

It's Joel lagrange, boys.

[Jason Crowell]

He's been shot.

[Tom Kennedy]

Help me get him down.

[Tonto]

You're the marshal here?

[Narrator]

I am.

[Tonto]

Now get down off that seat like I said. All right. I'm not an outlaw, Marshal. But three outlaws have escaped after shooting this driver and killing his one passenger. The dead man's out by Boulder Bend. I don't know what your game is, stranger, but I'm going to find out. A hold up, a murder and Joe LaGrange shot.

[Tom Kennedy]

And then you coming from Boulder Bend wearing a mask. Get into my office and keep them hands high.

[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 now to continue. Banker Jason Crowell had appeared at his office at 8 o' clock that morning and had immediately sent for Sheriff Fallon. The bank had been robbed of all its cash, and Crowell left no doubt in anyone's mind that the robbery had been committed by Tom Kennedy, who had not appeared that morning.

[Tonto]

Sheriff.

[Narrator]

Posse and Crowell rode to Kennedy's home, which was deserted.

[Tom Kennedy]

Sheriff, here's his wife. Here's Kennedy's wife.

[Katie Kennedy]

What's the matter, Sheriff? Mr. Crowell, there's something wrong.

[Jason Crowell]

Where is he? I'll kill him. Where's that ingrate? That fever.

[Tom Kennedy]

Just a second, Mr. Crowell. Mrs. Kennedy, where is Tom?

[Katie Kennedy]

On his way to Kansas City.

[Jason Crowell]

You hear that, Sheriff? Get to the Telegraph. Stop the robber. Get that money back.

[Katie Kennedy]

Mr. Crowell, what are you saying?

[Jason Crowell]

I'm saying that your husband stole $100,000 or more from the bank. He broke into the safe.

[Katie Kennedy]

That's a lie. That's not true, Mr. Crowell, and you know it.

[Jason Crowell]

Listen to her, Sheriff.

[Katie Kennedy]

He's going to Kansas City because you sent him there. Mr. Crowell. I drove him to Pothborough to make the main coach connection with the bank's.

[Jason Crowell]

Money, the people's money. You helped him steal it.

[Tom Kennedy]

Now calm down, Mr. Crowell. He's on the stagecoach as Ms. Candy says. You have no trouble intercepting him. I'll go back and telegraph to Pottsboro in Kansas City.

[Jason Crowell]

Then do it at once. Get that money back.

[Katie Kennedy]

But he hasn't any money. I looked into the bag he's carrying.

[Jason Crowell]

You what?

[Katie Kennedy]

I looked into his bag. He said you ordered him not to let me, but. Well, I did. And there was nothing in it except some envelopes and papers.

[Tom Kennedy]

I aim to find out what the truth is. Now, come on, all of you. We're going back to town. And the first thing we're going to do is telegraph Pottsboro in Kansas City.

[Narrator]

More than an hour later, after Sheriff Fallon had sent messages to both towns, a reply came back from Pottsboro, replying to yours.

[Tom Kennedy]

The body of Tom Kennedy.

[Katie Kennedy]

Was the body, you said?

[Tom Kennedy]

No.

[Andrew Rines]

No.

[Jason Crowell]

What about the money? Did they get it?

[Tom Kennedy]

No, Mr. Crow. They got Tom Kennedy, though.

[Jason Crowell]

Who did? Who killed him?

[Tom Kennedy]

I don't know. Marshall Plattsboro B. Kennedy's body back here? This telegram says so. Then we'll know all there is to know.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger had identified himself to the marshal in Pottsboro. The marshal was convinced the silver bullet.

[Tom Kennedy]

The mask and the white horse are enough, stranger.

[Tonto]

And if they weren't, then Joe Lagrange's story is he'll recover.

[Tom Kennedy]

The doc says, thanks to you.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger was still with the marshal when Kennedy's body was returned to the town. Riding with the Marshall's men from Boulder Bend was Toto. He had trailed the hoof prints of the three bandits across the stream and into the hills. But the trail had been lost over rocky ground, and he had only two things to report them.

[Tom Kennedy]

Make double track.

[Tonto]

Me think. Meaning they circled back in this direction, maybe through hills.

[Tom Kennedy]

The hills circle the town.

[Tonto]

I'll get my men right into them to search.

[Tom Kennedy]

Men, come here. Team of sa.

[Tonto]

Yes.

[Tom Kennedy]

Me find one horse. Let me see trail again.

[Tonto]

One of the hoof marks is distinctive.

[Tom Kennedy]

Ah, it got mark on corner. Me know it. Let me see it.

[Tonto]

We let the marshal's men take up the trail now, Totto, we're going to Stockdale. Somehow I can't believe the boy was a thief.

[Tom Kennedy]

He.

[Tonto]

Oh, you don't know about that, do you? Well, when we're riding back to Stockdale, I'll tell you the story that came over the telegraph wire a little while ago. So very strange.

[Narrator]

Tom Kennedy's body was taken back to Stockdale that afternoon. The Lone Ranger and Toto remained in the background while Sheriff Fallon and the marshal compared stories and banker Jason Crowell called for the return of his money. Later, the masked man met Totto alone on a back trail. The Indian was studying hoofprints oh, easy.

[Tonto]

Said a big fellow. Sabi. Yes.

[Tom Kennedy]

Same hoof print here.

[Tonto]

Me see on trail today at boulder bend. The bandits. Let me see. It has a mark on the corner. Very distinctive. And it's fresh. Me sure k leads down from the hills and to the west. Let's follow it. Steady. Big easy. Easy fella that we came this way.

[Tom Kennedy]

Come on.

[Tonto]

Sit there.

[Tom Kennedy]

Get him up.

[Narrator]

The three bandits, Coke, Nolan, bunko and costy had returned to stockdale by a roundabout route. Now, after riding in behind the town, they were in floyd dval's house.

[Tom Kennedy]

It went swell, boss. All except for that part about the two fellas that came up on the hill. But you say they weren't near you, Coke? Nah, nah. We covered our tracks perfect anyway, didn't we, boys?

[Tonto]

Yeah, sure.

[Tom Kennedy]

And kennedy's dead, so we're all a set. Right? Except for the money. Hey, boss, you want me to go to the mine shaft and rainy, pass a check on the money, see if it's still stashed there? You don't have to. Growl. Was too busy stirring up the lawman to try and steal it from us. What about us? We could steal it from him. We could grab it and leave him holding the bag. It's not the way I work. You two go ahead to the hideout. I want to talk with cook. You long? To join you in an hour. We'll be waiting for you, Cook. Come along.

[Narrator]

Half an hour passed. The lone ranger and tanto had followed the trail of the curve marked horseshoe to a spot at the end of town. There the trail went downward and near the end was a large ranch house.

[Tonto]

You know that house? Ah, it belonged to gambler. Yes, Floyd duvall. T we ride through that grove of trees behind the house and then. No, it's too late. Someone coming out of there.

[Tom Kennedy]

Now get on horse.

[Tonto]

It may be our man. Let's get after him. Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

Coke nolan saw the two horsemen behind them. After he'd ridden about half a mile, he recognized the silhouette of an indian. And he recalled the two men he had seen that morning. As he started to gallop, there was no doubt that they were coming after.

[Tonto]

Him.

[Narrator]

Became panic stricken and began to fire over his shoulder. The men pursuing bent low in the saddle and held their fire. When his gun was empty, they were almost abreast of him and each fired over his head.

[Tom Kennedy]

Stop. Ho ho there. Ho ho. Don't shoot. I have no bullets. Don't shoot.

[Tonto]

Yes.

[Tom Kennedy]

Look at ground. This same horse.

[Tonto]

Yes, this is the man. One of them.

[Tom Kennedy]

What are you talking about? What is this shooting at me? And me.

[Tonto]

Turn your horse and get down to the main road.

[Tom Kennedy]

What for?

[Tonto]

You're going back to the sheriff's office. You're wanted for murder.

[Tom Kennedy]

Huh? What murder?

[Tonto]

You'll know when you're arrested. Where are the other two men?

[Tom Kennedy]

Are they going it? I mean. What other two?

[Tonto]

Otto Duval's house.

[Narrator]

Keep a watch on it.

[Tom Kennedy]

Duval? How do you know about.

[Tonto]

I didn't think you'd get away with this, did you?

[Tom Kennedy]

It was him. He's putting it on his head. Crossing us. No, of course not. You know who? I know now. I'm not saying anymore.

[Tonto]

Otto, you stay at Duvall's. I'll take this fellow to town with the sheriff.

[Tom Kennedy]

Right, Kimasabi.

[Tonto]

All right, mister. Right ahead.

[Tom Kennedy]

All right, get up there.

[Tonto]

Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

The marshal from Pottsboro, on returning Tom Kennedy's body, had explained about the Lone Ranger to Sheriff Fallon. But the Lone Ranger, when he appeared at the sheriff's office with Coke Nolan, surprised Fallon. And Fallon was also relieved. The Lone Ranger outlined his evidence against Nolan, evidence that snow seemed most conclusive. Coke Nolan, questioned by the sheriff, refused to answer.

[Tom Kennedy]

I won't talk because I didn't do anything. Go on, put me in jail. I'll get a lawyer. All right, Nolan. Hartigan, take this man back to Sale. Knock him out.

[Tonto]

All right, Sheriff.

[Tom Kennedy]

Now, the rest of you men listen. You come with me to Deval's ranch. And where's the masked man? Gone. Went out the rear door. Sheriff.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger. Recalling the words of Coke Nolan had acted on impulse. He'd seen a light in the bank across the street. It was to the bank that he went. After leaving the sheriff's office, he opened the door and found Jason Crowell alone.

[Jason Crowell]

Who are you? What are you doing? Keep away from me.

[Tom Kennedy]

Help.

[Narrator]

Lone Ranger grabbed Crowell and held his hand across the man's mouth.

[Tonto]

I'm not sure whether you're mixed up with Duval and his gang or not. The sheriff will know the answer very shortly. Do you know good to struggle? Going to gag you and tie you up. I'll leave you here in the closet until we know the truth. You're guilty. The sheriff will pick you up. You're not. He'll release you and I'll apologize. Right now. I'm going to see that you remain here.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger bound and gag Crow then took off for Duval's ranch. Before Sheriff Fallon and his men had started, he found Todd in the brush behind Duval's house.

[Tonto]

Sheriff Fe's men will be here soon. I'm going inside now. You stay here. Keep your eyes open and let me know if trouble comes me. Do it.

[Narrator]

Floyd Duval hesitated before answering the wrap on his rear door. Finally, with revolver drawn, he opened it. The Lone Ranger was inside before the man could act naval.

[Tonto]

Put away your gun. Come to warn you the game's up. The sheriff's arrested Coke Nolan and he has him dead to rights. You've been crossed.

[Tom Kennedy]

Crossed?

[Tonto]

The sheriff's on his way here now. Believe me, he. You hear horses outside. It's the sheriff.

[Tom Kennedy]

I'll find out if it hears up. Uncle Cossey, Why'd you come back here?

[Tonto]

We've been waiting for Coke.

[Tom Kennedy]

Said he'd be back in an hour and he never showed. We thought there may be something.

[Tonto]

I tell you he's been arrested.

[Tom Kennedy]

Who's this fella? I don't know. He says I've been double crossed. My crown. Did he cross you? Hey, boss. It's Crow. He's getting the money for himself. I'm sure he and Coke stashed it in the mine shaft to drain it. I know they did, but I don't believe this story. Something queer about it. Yo, with a mask. How did you find all this? Hey, boss, listen. Horses outside.

[Tonto]

It's a posse. I told you they'd come to vow. Look out the window. There's a bunch of them.

[Tom Kennedy]

Come on, let's make a run for it.

[Tonto]

The rear door.

[Tom Kennedy]

Come on. Boss, they're in back, too.

[Jason Crowell]

They're an Indian.

[Tonto]

Get your hands up, the three of you.

[Tom Kennedy]

Oh, you're the cross, are you?

[Tonto]

Drop your gun if you don't want the same. There's my gun.

[Tom Kennedy]

I should have let you have it. There's mine. I'm not gonna risk a shot.

[Tonto]

No, it'll be better to talk.

[Tom Kennedy]

You were in with Prowl on this. Well, let me tell you that you're not gonna get your hands up.

[Tonto]

I'm in, Sheriff Fallon. I have them under control. Otto fired and drove them inside with their backs to me. It was easy.

[Tom Kennedy]

Look here, Sheriff. You're gonna join in with this man and Crowell. Then I'm gonna tell the world everything. You hear me?

[Tonto]

Listen to him, Sheriff. You'll learn a lot.

[Tom Kennedy]

Hope Nolan was here today, Duval. Now he's in jail where we're going to take you. You'll take Crowell, too, or I'll know why.

[Tonto]

Sheriff, the money's hidden in the mine shaft at Rainy Pass. There's only one mine shaft there, so you'll have no trouble finding it.

[Tom Kennedy]

Thank you, men. Handcuff these three and bandage the arm of that fellow over there.

[Narrator]

As his deputies obeyed, Sheriff Fallon spoke in low tones to the Lone Ranger, who had taken him aside. Yuval, handcuffed, interrupted, crowell's not gonna frame me.

[Tom Kennedy]

And while you're at it, why don't you arrest the masked man? He's Crowell's partner in this.

[Narrator]

The sheriff exchanged amused glances with the masked man, who was now standing near the doorway. When the Lone Ranger left the room, the sheriff turned to Duval.

[Tom Kennedy]

You didn't hear what he just told me, Duval. He's got Crow tied up waiting for us to arrest him. The masked man is on the side of the law. On the side of the law? Who is he? You should guess by now. He's the Lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

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

[Tom Kennedy]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

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[Tom Kennedy]

Sam.