Distress Signal | The Lone Ranger (11-26-52)

Summary

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Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Distress Signal | The Lone Ranger (11-26-52)

Podcast Host: Andrew Rhynes
Date: December 26, 2025

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Episode Overview

This episode plunges listeners into an electrifying tale of justice and deception set in the Old West. In “Distress Signal,” the Lone Ranger and his loyal companion, Tonto, pursue the ruthless Beaumont gang across state lines after a deadly bank robbery. The plot thickens when the gang concocts a daring scheme involving weather forecasts to pull off a railway heist, only to be confronted by the quick-thinking Lone Ranger. With themes of ingenuity, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of justice, this restored classic showcases the drama and atmosphere that defined Golden Age radio Westerns.

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Key Discussion Points & Story Breakdown

1. The Titusville Bank Robbery (05:01 - 06:33)

• Rush Beaumont and his gang storm the Citizens Bank in Titusville.
• The attempted heist turns deadly when a cashier, grabbing a hidden gun, is fatally shot after wounding Slim, one of the gang members.
• The gang flees amidst chaos and splits up, heading for Colorado.

Notable Quote:
“This is a holdup. Slim, get the cash from the cashier.”
— Rush Beaumont (05:01)

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2. The Governor’s Intervention & Lone Ranger’s Summons (07:24 - 10:23)

• The Governor, arriving for a school dedication, quickly becomes involved, recognizes the need for the Lone Ranger’s expertise, and arranges a discreet meeting.
• The Governor clarifies the Lone Ranger’s reputation to the sheriff, smoothing the way for his investigation.

Notable Quotes:
“He’s no outlaw, Sheriff. In fact, he’s done more to help the law in this part of the country than any man I know.”
— The Governor (07:54)

“You may have heard of him. He’s called the Lone Ranger.”
— The Governor (08:37)

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3. The Gang's Railroad Heist Plan (10:51 - 14:47)

• Reunited in Empire City, the gang targets an express train carrying gold and silver.
• They hear of a new Army weather station nearby and see its forecasts as key to timing their heist so the rain hides their tracks.
• Rush produces a fake deputy’s badge, planning to bluff the weather station sergeant for classified information.

Notable Quotes:
“If we could tell a day or so ahead when there’d be a heavy general rain, we could make plans for the holdup and be sure our trail would be wiped out.”
— Rush Beaumont (11:57)

“I figured I’d fool him with this mail order badge.”
— Rush Beaumont (13:40)

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4. The Weather Station Infiltration (19:33 - 23:21)

• The gang arrives at the Eagle Plateau Army weather station, posing as lawmen.
• Master Sergeant Bob Bones, suspicious, demands identification beyond Rush’s badge and tries to verify their story, but the gang draws their guns.
• The outlaws force him to give the forecast: rain starting at 5:00 PM, lasting 24 hours—perfect cover for their heist.
• Bert, an ex-telegrapher, stays behind to monitor the sergeant and prevent any alarms.

Notable Quotes:
“It’s a federal offense to come here and pull guns on me. You’re our prisoner, Sergeant. You’re smart. You’ll tell us what we want to know.”
— Rush Beaumont (20:26)

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5. The Lone Ranger Detects the Distress Signal (24:07 - 27:38)

• Sergeant Bones attempts to signal distress by instructing Bert (his guard) to raise the American flag upside down—a traditional sign of dire peril.
• The Lone Ranger and Tonto, tracking the gang, spot the signal as they approach and realize something is amiss.

Notable Quotes:
“No army man would make that mistake with the American flag. Tonto, it must have been done intentionally!”
— The Lone Ranger (25:38)

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6. Rescue and the Prevented Heist (27:03 - 30:03)

• The Lone Ranger and Tonto disarm Bert, free Sergeant Bones, and learn the gang is preparing to rob the express train at Morgan’s Gap.
• Using the element of surprise, the Lone Ranger and Tonto confront the gang at the barricaded tracks, stopping the robbery.
• The train roars safely past, and the army arrives to take the criminals into custody.

Notable Scene (Action & Dialogue):
“You were warned, Beaumont. Do you two want gunplay?”
— The Lone Ranger (28:53)

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7. Justice Served & Epilogue (30:03 - 31:38)

• The army detachment takes the gang away; the Lone Ranger and Tonto decline a formal ride back, heading south to report to a friend.
• Beaumont laments his fate, blaming the masked man for their failure—a classic closing exchange referencing the Lone Ranger’s legend.

Notable Quotes:
“We’d have gotten away with it if it hadn’t been for that mask man.”
— Rush Beaumont (31:21)

“A lot of crooks said the same thing about the Lone Ranger. Hi-yo Silver, away!”
— Lone Ranger (31:35)

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Timed Highlights & Memorable Quotes

• Governor Introduces the Lone Ranger: (08:37)
  “You may have heard of him. He’s called the Lone Ranger.”
• Gang’s Rain Plan Crystalizes: (11:57)
  “If we could tell a day or so ahead when there’d be a heavy general rain, we could make plans for the holdup and be sure our trail would be wiped out.” — Rush
• The Lone Ranger Recognizes Distress: (25:38)
  “No army man would make that mistake with the American flag. Tonto, it must have been done intentionally!” — Lone Ranger
• Standoff at the Gap: (28:53)
  “You were warned, Beaumont. Do you two want gunplay?” — Lone Ranger
• Beaumont’s Final Grumble: (31:21)
  “We’d have gotten away with it if it hadn’t been for that mask man.” — Rush
  “A lot of crooks said the same thing about the Lone Ranger. Hi-yo Silver, away!” — Lone Ranger

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Overall Tone and Style

With crisp, vintage dialogue and swift-paced action, this episode captures the earnest, heroic spirit of Old Time Radio. The performances are energetic, painting an immersive picture of the Western landscape, its restless lawbreakers, and the steadfast resolve of the Lone Ranger and Tonto.

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Conclusion

“Distress Signal” is a thrilling slice of classic radio that delivers suspense, clever plotting, and the triumphant ring of justice in frontier America. The digital restoration enhances every gallop, gunshot, and catchphrase, preserving the timeless magic of one of the West’s great radio legends.

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Transcript

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[Andrew Rines (Podcast Host)]

Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host Andrew Rines and I'm excited to bring you another episode. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. You can find more Western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode.

[Narrator]

A fiery horse with the speed of.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Light, a cloud of dust and the.

[Narrator]

Hearty Hyo Silver Lone Ranger.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Sam.

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[Narrator]

With his faithful Indian companion, Toto, the daring and resourceful masked rider of the plains led the fight for law and order in the early western United States. Nowhere in the pages of history can one find a greater champion of justice. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Narrator]

It was almost closing time when Rush Beaumont and the three men in his gang entered the Citizens bank in the community of Titusville. As the thieves drew their guns, Rush shouted, all right.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Hi. Your hands. This is a hold up. Slim, get the cash from the cashier. Right, boss. Hayes, you help Slim right now. Keep everyone else covered. All right mister. Put all Your cash into this saddle bag and hand it to my partner.

[Narrator]

The cashier moved as if to obey the command. He opened the cash drawer. But instead of withdrawing the currency it held, he grabbed a short barreled gun.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Why you. Oh.

[Narrator]

The cashier and the two outlaws triggered their weapons at the same moment as Slim fell back under the impact of a bullet in the shoulder. The cashier dropped to the floor. He was fatally wounded.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

I'm here. Brush that low coat jughead. Got me in the shoulder, Rush. No shots will bring the sheriff here. We'll have to shoot our way out. We're leaving right now. Make a run for the horses. Come on. Come on. Don't anyone try to follow us unless you want the same treatment the cashier got. All right, hit the saddle, boys. Can you make it, Slim? Yeah, I'll be all right. Someone's getting fire on us hard. Clear out of here. Come on.

[Narrator]

Half an hour later, Rush signaled a halt. The heavily bearded gunslinger named Hayes protested.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

We can't stop here. Posse might be on our heels. They'll hang us for gunning that cashier. They'll have to catch us first. From now on, we'll travel in pairs. Hayes, you and Bert ride that way. What about you and Slim? We'll head for the hills if Slim is game. Don't worry, Russ. I'll stick with you.

[Narrator]

You two better get going.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Where do we meet? You? Head for Colorado. Slim and I'll meet you at the Silver Dollar Cafe in Empire City. Right.

[Narrator]

A short time after Rush and his men left Titusville, the stagecoach with the state seal on the door came to a halt in front of the Titusville Hotel at the edge of town. The man who stepped out of the vehicle was the governor. In a matter of minutes, he heard of the attempted robbery and immediately set about to get the details of the crime. By darkness, he completed his investigation. Then he went to the sheriff's office to await the lawman's return. When the sheriff entered the office, he.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Exclaimed, Great day, Governor. I didn't know you were here. You were out of town when I arrived, Sheridan, but I've been looking for four hold up men. But my posse and I had to give up the search when it got dark. I'm downright sorry I wasn't here to meet you. We thought you'd reach town tomorrow morning for the dedication to the school building. Well, I'm here early because I've made arrangements to meet a man at the Tattersville Hotel. Attend. An idiot. He'll come directly to my suite and I Want to be sure he'll not be stopped or questioned by any of your deputies when he reaches town. Why would my deputies question a fellow who's in town to see you? They'd have reason to question a masked man, Sheriff. A masked man? Now, Governor, we've had trouble enough with owl hoots for one day. He's no outlaw, Sheriff. In fact, he's done more to help the law in this part of the country than any man I know. You may have heard of him. Who is he? He's called the Lone Ranger. The Lone Ranger? You mean he's coming to Titusville? He'll be here tonight. Then maybe he'll help us find Rush Beaumont and his pal. I asked him to meet me here to thank him for past services, not because I wish to call on him for additional help, but I'm sure he'll assist us when he learns the facts. Do you want me to give him the facts? I think I'll be able to do that, Sheriff. Meanwhile, I'd appreciate it if you instruct your deputies to extend to the masked man the courtesy and assistance that you give to me. I'll talk to him, sir. You may be sure none of my men will question that man's mask. Good. Now I'll go to the hotel and wait for the Lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

The clock in the governor's suite was striking 10 when the lone Ranger arrived to keep his appointment. The two men greeted each other cordially. Then the governor said, I asked you.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

To come here to thank you for the capture the Burns gang. The people of the state will be eternally indebted to you, sir. I'm glad Tom and I were able to serve you, Governor. Now I. Well, I'm obliged to turn to you for help again. Just tell me what's to be done, sir. There was an attempted robbery at the bank today. A cashier was killed, and though they would be thieves, got no money, they escaped.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger listened attentively to the details of the attack on the bank. When the governor finished the account, the masked man murmured, rush Beaumont again, huh?

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Yes, that's right. He and his men were recognized by one of the witnesses. Beaumont and his gang should have been in prison long ago. The sheriff and the posse followed their trail, but they had to give up after dark. I've already talked to the sheriff about you. He and his men will give you all the assistance you need. If you care to take up the search, Ton and I'll start at once. Wait. Pardon me. You may have to travel a long way the trail may take you to another county, perhaps another state. I'll give you a letter to any lawman who might question your mask. You're very thoughtful, sir. It's the least I can do, sir. I'll have the letter ready in a minute.

[Narrator]

Rush Beaumont and Slim Peters reached Empire City several weeks later. It was sundown when they drew rein and dismounted in front of the Silver Dollar Cafe. As they pushed through the batwing doors, Rush studied the long, elaborately furnished cafe. His face was expressionless, but his eyes flashed recognition when he saw Burton Hayes at a table in the far corner of the room.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

There they are. Rush Hayes is signaling to them. I see them. Yeah. Hi there, Rush. Slim. Hey. Howdy, fellas. So that cashier's bullet didn't kill you, Slim? Ah, it was only a flesh wound. And I'll bet the cashier died of lead poison. Too bad he started gunplaying. If he hadn't, we'd have cleaned up the bank. As it is, with his doggone near broke, well, Rush and I have enough cash to last for a few days. Meantime, we'll figure a way to make a quick cleanup. I thought you'd want to do that, Rush. Bert and I have been looking things over since we got here. What'd you find out? The railroad runs an express train through here that not only carries the payrolls from mines, but plenty of gold and silver, too. We scouted the railroad tracks, Rush. There's a place called Morgan's Gap about 10 miles from town. It's an ideal spot for a holdup. After the holdup, we'll hit the trail and we'll. Not so fast, Butch. Well, what's wrong? What about the ground around the gap? Will it show tracks? Yeah. That means the law will be on our trail again. I'm tired of running. So am I. We'll have to take some risk, unless you want to put a robbery in a rainstorm. That's an idea, Bert. If we could tell a day or so ahead when there'd be a heavy general rain, we could make plans for the holdup and be sure our trail would be wiped out. How do you tell ahead of time when it'll rain?

[Narrator]

I don't know.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Hold on. There is a way to find that out. What? I've heard that there's a new army weather station on Eagle Plateau a couple of miles east of the gap. What do you mean, weather station? The Army Signal Corps runs them. To forecast the weather? Yeah. They signal with flags to a military post to the east. The stations read With a telegraph wire to send and receive reports from the West. And the critter on duty is a telegrapher as well as a weatherman? That's right. That's the best news we've heard yet. Rush, we'll go to that station. Now, hold on, Slim. The army doesn't give that information to everyone who asks for it. Why not? Well, you have to be a soldier, a lawman to get it. They don't give reports to the public. In that case, we'll figure a way to get the information. How? I don't know yet. Here comes a waiter to take our order. Good, I'm mighty hungry. We'll order a meal and make our plans while we eat.

[Narrator]

Though they discussed the problem at length, the four men were unable to think of a way to secure the weather information. That night they went to a hotel. For the first time since they fled from Titusville, Rush and Slim relaxed, confident that they had outrun the law. They slept soundly. When he awakened, Rush, Beaumont remembered a mail order deputies badge he carried in his saddlebag. He dressed, put the badge into his pocket and joined his friends in the Silver Dollar Cafe, where they were eating breakfast.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Boys, I figured a way to get that weather information. As you said, the fellow at the weather station gives reports to the army and the law. That's right. Take a look at this. Where'd you get that badge? Did you kill a deputy? Hey, wait a minute, fellas. Take a closer look at that piece of tin. Why, it's a fake. You have good eyes, Ace. But the critter on duty at the weather station won't have a chance to get such a close look at. What do you mean? I figured I fool him with this mail order badge. How? By using it to pose as a deputy sheriff. You might as well forget it, Rush. Chances are he knows all the deputies in Empire City. We'll claim we're from another county. Say we're looking for a couple of crooks across the county line. We? You'll be members of my posse. That's all right. Once he's convinced we're lawman, he'll give us all the information we need. We'll be all right if he doesn't take a close look at that bag. But if he sees that it's a fake. If he makes trouble, we'll get our information at gunpoint. Then finish him off before we leave so he'll not tell anyone we were at the weather station. Finish your coffee, boys. We're heading for that place right now.

[Narrator]

In picking up the trail of the fugitives the Lone Ranger and Tottle found the place where they split to travel in pairs. The masked man and Tottle followed the tracks of two horses. By means of adroit questioning at various places along the way, they were able to pursue the two riders from Texas across Indian Territory and into Colorado. Late that morning the Lone Ranger and his Indian companion drew rein in the hills west of Empire City.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

A trail of two crooks lead to town. Yes, you're right Toto. Those tracks aren't more than a day old and what we do now. I'll wait here while you ride to town to make inquiries about Beaumont and his friends. Find out if they're in Empire City. What if they're gone? Then try to learn how long ago they left and where they were heading. Get em up.

[Narrator]

It was noon when Rush and his men guided their horses up the tree covered slope that led to the top of Eagle Plateau. They drew rein and dismounted in a clearing.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Looks like they cut down a lot of trees to clear ground for that weather station. Wonder why the army didn't clear the whole plateau. What do the flags at the top of that pole mean? They're signal flags. I know that much, but I don't savvy what they mean. Virtue used to be a telegrapher. Do you know what they're for? I know Morse code. Signal flags are out of my line. Rush, did we go to the back door? What a front. We'll go to the front.

[Narrator]

The curtain falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger adventure. Before the next exciting scenes, please permit us to pause for just a few moments.

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[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

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[Narrator]

Now to continue. A master sergeant named Bob Bones was the only man on duty at the weather station. He had few visitors and he welcomed the opportunity to talk to the outlaws who introduced themselves as lawmen. But before he would give them any information, he asked, may I see your credentials?

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Well, I showed you my badge. Have you any other identification? Other identification? Yes, a badge could be stolen. I'd like to see papers of identification. Deputy. Papers can be stolen as easily as a badge. Sergeant. You think we. Do you have identifying credentials? Well, matter of fact, I haven't. You see, we left town in a hurry to follow a couple of crooks. Well, in that case, you'll not object if I checked with the sheriff of your county? I'll telegraph him about you and your posse as soon as I receive a clearance. Hold on, Sergeant. We don't want to put you all that trouble. Not a question of trouble, Beaumont. I have orders to give weather information to qualified lawmen and no one else outside the army itself. Now, if you'll give me the name and address of the sheriff of your county. Looks like he's got us in a corner rush. Yeah. What do we do now? Cover him. Right. Hey, what's the idea of the guns? My boys will keep you covered while I take yours. It's a federal offense to come here and pull guns on me. You're our prisoner, Sergeant. You're smart. You'll tell us what we want to know. You said you wanted weather reports. That's right, we do. You don't stand a chance of getting them. You'll give them to us, Sergeant, or. Or what? Or there'll be a dead man here when we leave this place. You mean you'd commit murder just to get those reports? You wouldn't be the first man we've shot. Now, tell us how soon it's going to rain. According to my calculations, it's due to start raining at 5 o' clock this evening. How long will it last? At least 24 hours. You hear that, boys? Yeah, but what about the trains, Rush? Burton and I found out about the schedule. The express goes through the Gap every night at 6 o'. Clock. How do we know it'll be carrying enough cash to make a hula worthwhile? It carries gold and silver from the mines. On every trip. Each day it stops at a different mine. There's more than half a dozen big ones in these parts, and their shipments keep the railroad busy. In that case, we can't lose. You have plenty to lose, your loco, sergeant. We get a gold or silver shipment from that train, we'll be on easy street. You'll not be able to carry a whole shipment. We'll take your horse with us. We'll split the loot into four saddlebags. It'll be easier to carry. You've overlooked one thing. Yeah? If that telegraph key starts sounding and I don't answer it, someone will come here to investigate. And when they do, you. Someone will be here to send and receive messages. Sergeant. Huh? Bert Savvy's Morse code. Used to be a telegrapher. He'll stay here to watch you and that telegraph key. Oh. So you see, we haven't overlooked a thing. Hayes, are there any big trees near the gap? Yeah, there's a lot of big evergreens at the south end of the gap. All right. We'll cut a couple of them down, set up a barricade. That'll not only stop the train, it'll probably derail it. You coming back here after the holdup? No. What'll I do? Step outside for a minute, Bert. All right. I don't savvy. Keep that sergeant covered. Hayes, slam you tie his hands and feet. What's the idea, Rush? Why couldn't you talk inside? Because I didn't want that soldier to hear what I had to say. The train is due to go through the gap at 6:00'. Clock. Bert. Yeah? I know that. You shoot the sergeant at 5:30, leave here and ride to the Gap to meet us? Why not put a bullet through him now and save me the trouble of guarding him? It'll be all right with me. But you might need information from him. Someone might telegraph for special reports that you couldn't know anything about. Yeah, that's Just remember, if he lives to talk, he'll send a description of us to the federal authorities as well as the local ones. The law here has nothing on us yet. And I want to keep it that way. Counter me, Rush. I'll take care of the soldier. Good. Now the rest of us will ride to the Gap. Some work to do before that train gets there.

[Narrator]

Toto spent several hours in Empire City making inquiries about Beaumont and his gang. It was 2:30 in the afternoon when he returned to the Lone Ranger with a report.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Oh, Scott. Ho, fella. Easy, Scott. Easy. El Tahoe. Are Beaumont and his men in Empire City? Let me learn. Two fella and gang reach town. Two, three, day go Beaumont. Other fella get to town yesterday. Are they still there? Then leave early this morning. Head east. Now. We'll ride to the eastern edge of town to try to pick up their trail. You ride through town with mask? No, Toto. We'll avoid the town. Easy. Silly big fellow. If we can't pick up Beaumont's trail, we'll scout the hills to the east to try to find him. Ready? Monsoon.

[Narrator]

Meanwhile, in the weather station, Sergeant Bones tried to think of a means of escape. The ropes around his wrists and ankles were firmly tied. He realized he couldn't loosen them. And suddenly he thought of a plan.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

He turned to Burt and said, this is the time of day I generally raise a signal flag. Forget it. But this station's in visual communication with an army post. What about it? Unless I signal the post on schedule, they'll suspect something's wrong. What's the signal? Continuous rain for 24 hours, accompanied by an unusually high. Never mind that. How do you signal the post? Well, I'll take care of it if you'll free my hands. Not a chance, sergeant. In that case, I hope someone comes here to investigate. I'll do the signaling, but the position of the flag on the flagpole is important. It would be easier for me to raise it than expected. I said I'd do it. Very well. Take down the American flag and fasten to the flag pole upside down. Then what? Then raise it to the top of the pole upside down. That's right. Why, that's a storm signal.

[Narrator]

At 4:30, the Lone Ranger and his Indian friend reached the vicinity of the weather station. They were following the tracks of four men when Toto sighted the cabin in the distance.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

What's that building? Kimasabe. That's the new army weather station. Dado Sabi Weather Station. The Signal Corps has established a number of those stations at various places in the country to foretell the weather. A new experiment. How army foretell weather? Well, they use complicated instruments and they. Great Scott, what matter? Look at the flag on top of that pole flying upside down. Maybe weather feller make mistake raise flag upside down. No army man would make that mistake with the American flag. Tado. It must have been done Intentionally? Why? All soldiers know that a flag thrown upside down is a signal of dire peril. Then Peller and Weather Station need help. Yes, Montaro. They'll try to give it to him. Mon.

[Narrator]

The sky was darkening with the threat of impending rain as Scout and Silver ascended the sloping side of the plateau. As they reached the top, a clap of thunder roared across the sky. A moment later, the rain began.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

We'll approach the cabin on foot to avoid being seen. He's extendedly savvy.

[Narrator]

Inside the cabin, Burke moved through the front window and looked out at the storm. He smiled crookedly.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Well, Sergeant, you weren't far wrong. What do you mean wrong? I told you it'd rain. It started sooner than you expected. Oh, it's impossible to calculate a storm exactly. Ah, it suits me fine. The longer it rains, the better I like it.

[Narrator]

Burt whirled from the window as the door behind him opened. He reached for his gun, but the masked man and Totto had already drawn.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Keep your hands away from your holster. You must have it's soldier tied to chair. More outlaws. We're not outlaws, Sergeant. We're here to help you. Otto, take that man's gun. As soon as he's disarmed, I'll cut those ropes. What brought you here? Your distress signal. I hoped someone would see it. You'd better tell us what happened, Sergeant.

[Narrator]

Burt realized the futility of making a sudden move with two guns covering him. He stood quietly while Toto took his revolver. Then the masked man freed Sergeant Bones. When the sergeant finished his account of the afternoon's events, the Lone Ranger said.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

We'Ve been trailing Beaumont and his men. You've been trailing them? Yes, we followed them all the way from Texas. Texas? That's right. You're going back there to hang for murder. Who are you, mister? You talk like a lawman. But that. I have a letter from the Governor of Texas. It may help to identify me.

[Narrator]

As soon as the sergeant read the letter. He was eager to cooperate with the Lone Ranger's plans. He explained that Rush and two of his men were in the gap to stop the express train.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

If you approach the gap from the north, you'll be able to leave your horses ground hitched at the entrance. Then it'll be easy to move in on foot. Good. We'll be able to surprise those three while you are gone. I'll get busy on the telegraph. I'll send word to the nearest army post and to the sheriff.

[Narrator]

At 20 minutes to six. Rush, Slim and Hayes waited uncomfortably in the rain for the arrival of the Express. Several big evergreen trees lay across the tracks.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

My clothes are soaking wet. Shut up, Slim. You're not the only one who's wet. I hope the train's on time. Well, if it's late, we'll wait for it. As soon as it hits that barricade, we'll board the express car. Sure to cover your faces with bandanas. Right. Burt should be here soon. Yeah, and Sergeant Bones should be dead by this time. You're wrong, Beaumont. Hey, what the Mast man and an engine. Hey, they're behind us. Don't reach for your gun. Well, I'll try. You were warned, Beaumont. Do you two want gunplay? No, no. My hands are up. Don't shoot us. How'd you know we were here? Sergeant Bones told me where to find you. But Burt was supposed to be. Burt's a prisoner. Tie their hands and feet tall while I keep them covered. Tie them now. Call Silver. We'll need his help to move those.

[Narrator]

Logs from the tracks. With the help of Toto, his lariat and the great horse, Silver, the Lone Ranger finally moved the logs from the tracks. A few minutes later, the express roared through the gap and continued its journey. The three outlaws stared glumly after it. And as it faded from view, there was a new sound.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

Hey, Rush, listen. That sounds like an army bugle. It is a bugle. Sergeant Bones sent for those soldiers. They're coming to take you three into custody.

[Narrator]

Soon. The soldiers from the nearby military post had the prisoners ready for the trip to Empire City. The captain of the group spoke to the Lone Ranger.

[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

We have no facilities to keep him at the post, so we'll turn them over to the sheriff in town. When these three are in jail, the sheriff will probably go to the weather station to pick up the prisoner Sergeant Bones is holding. All four of them are wanted for murder in Texas, captain. Well, don't worry, mister. They'll get all they deserve. Will you ride to Tom with us? Thanks. Patona and I are heading south to make a report to a friend of ours. Easy. Adios. Goodbye, Monsoon Rush. You and your smart ideas. We'd still be in the clear if you hadn't decided to pull a hole up in the rain. We'd have gotten away with it if it hadn't been for that mask man. A ladder. Crooked. Said the same thing about the Lone Ranger. Sam.

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[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

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[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

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[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

It's.

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[Character Voices (Lone Ranger and others)]

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