Flameup’s Kickback | The Lone Ranger (08-21-42)

Summary

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Podcast Summary: “Flameup’s Kickback” | The Lone Ranger (08-21-42)

Podcast: Old Time Radio Westerns
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode Date: May 14, 2026 (Original Airing: August 21, 1942)

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Episode Overview

In this episode, Andrew Rhynes presents a digitally restored installment of “The Lone Ranger,” entitled “Flameup’s Kickback.” The classic drama follows the iconic masked hero and his loyal companion, Tonto, as they pursue justice in Silver Creek amid a crime wave of robberies and frame-ups. With Tonto falsely accused and the townsfolk demanding quick justice, the Lone Ranger must outwit a band of crafty outlaws and clear his friend's name, all while keeping the true spirit of frontier justice alive.

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Key Discussion Points and Story Insights

1. Crime Wave Hits Silver Creek ([03:00 – 04:15])

• A series of violent robberies rocks Silver Creek—first the express office, then the bank, and finally the U.S. Mail.
• The townspeople are disillusioned by the sheriff’s inability to stop the crimes; some even demand Texas Rangers be brought in.
  • “If the sheriff don’t hang someone for this mail robbery, then we’ve got to get the governor to send in the Texas Rangers. That’s all there is to it.” ([04:08], Townsman)
• The outlaws plot to pin the crimes on an innocent party to avoid outside intervention.

2. Framing Tonto and Stirring Up the Mob ([05:45 – 10:40])

• The gang decides to blame a “Redskin,” reasoning racial prejudice will make it easy for the townsfolk to accept Tonto as the criminal.
  • “Why do you specify an Indian? It’ll be easier to make folks convict a redskin.” ([06:55], Outlaw)
• Jack, a young bystander, overhears the frame-up and tries to warn Tonto, who is then confronted and captured by the outlaws.
• Tonto’s horse Scout is used to spirit away potential evidence; Tonto resists as the gang fabricates a strong case against him.
  • “Me not talk.” ([11:45], Tonto repeatedly refuses to confess or implicate himself.)

3. Tonto’s Trial by Prejudice ([11:30 – 13:20])

• The major townsfolk and sheriff accept the evidence at face value.
• In the town café, Mansfield and Badger—ringleaders of the scheme—are lauded as heroes for “catching” the criminal.
  • “Are you sure he’s the crook?” — “Well, there’s evidence enough to hang him.” ([12:55], Townsmen conversation)
• The arrival of a stranger (the Lone Ranger in disguise) raises questions about the validity of the accusations.

4. The Lone Ranger’s Undercover Rescue ([14:00 – 18:30])

• The Lone Ranger convinces the sheriff to let him examine the prisoner (Tonto) alone.
• He and Tonto orchestrate a jail break, with Jack assisting, and regroup at a hidden camp outside town.
• Lone Ranger explains the plan:
  • “The most important evidence hasn’t been found yet… the stolen cash. That’s the evidence that’s going to hang Mansfield and his gang.” ([19:15], Lone Ranger)

5. Turning the Tables on the Outlaws ([20:00 – 27:00])

• Mansfield and Badger, thinking themselves safe, grow wary when they hear rumors that the Lone Ranger might be involved.
• Mansfield is confronted in his own home by the masked man—revealed with a symbolic silver bullet.
  • “I put that silver bullet by the candle so you’d see it.” ([22:15], Lone Ranger)
• With the posse closing in and chaos mounting, the Lone Ranger bargains with Mansfield for the secret of the cash’s hiding place.
  • “If you tell us where you hid the stolen money, we’ll try to get away by going out the back.” ([24:40], Lone Ranger)

6. Justice Restored and the Outlaws Caught ([27:00 – 29:20])

• Using Mansfield’s directions (believing he is tricking the Lone Ranger), the true outlaws lead lawmen straight to the loot.
• The sheriff, Tonto, Lone Ranger, and townsfolk converge as the gang attempt to flee with the treasure.
• The Lone Ranger’s ruse is revealed; Tonto is vindicated as the sheriff welcomes their help and thanks them.
  • “We all want you for citizens or friends or deputies, but not as prisoners.” ([29:20], Sheriff)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Prejudice and Justice:
  • Outlaw: “Why do you specify an Indian? It’ll be easier to make folks convict a redskin.” ([06:55])
  • Sheriff: “He’ll hang. I don’t know what can save him. There’s sure a lot of evidence piled up.” ([13:15])
• Loyalty and Heroism:
  • Jack: “This is something I never dreamed would happen. That I’d ride alongside the Lone Ranger and Tonto. Golly, the stories I’ve heard about you.” ([17:25])
• Symbolism:
  • Lone Ranger (placing the silver bullet): “I put that silver bullet by the candle so you’d see it.” ([22:15])
• Triumphant Resolution:
  • Sheriff: “We all want you for citizens or friends or deputies, but not as prisoners. And we’ll be free to ride back toward Washoe County if you’re a mind to.” ([29:20])

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Timeline of Important Segments

| Timestamp | Segment Description | |-----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 01:30 – 02:43 | Introduction & classic Lone Ranger opening narration | | 03:00 – 04:15 | Silver Creek faces a spate of robberies | | 05:45 – 10:40 | The outlaws plot to frame Tonto; Tonto is captured | | 11:30 – 13:20 | Town meeting: Tonto’s trial by evidence and prejudice | | 14:00 – 18:30 | Lone Ranger rescues Tonto from jail | | 19:15 | Lone Ranger outlines the plan to recover the missing loot | | 20:00 – 27:00 | Confrontation at Mansfield’s home; the outlaws are tricked | | 27:00 – 29:20 | The sheriff and townsfolk apprehend Mansfield and Badger | | 29:20 | The Lone Ranger and Tonto are honored |

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Tone & Style

This episode is delivered in the rich, dramatic style of classic Western radio—full of suspense, lively supporting characters, and an undercurrent of both tension and optimism. The audio restoration improves immersion, enhancing the iconic soundscapes and delivering dialogue with clarity. The Lone Ranger’s moral code is palpable, and the episode balances frontier excitement with a timeless message about justice prevailing over prejudice.

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Conclusion

“Flameup’s Kickback” is a quintessential Lone Ranger adventure, blending action, moral dilemmas, and sharp detective work in a narrative that remains relevant. Tonto’s framing and eventual vindication, the Lone Ranger’s clever tactics, and the outlaws’ undoing by their own arrogance are all hallmarks of Western storytelling. This episode showcases the enduring appeal of the masked rider and his steadfast companion in the fight for law, order, and equality—across the centuries.

“Hi-yo Silver! Away!”

Transcript

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With his faithful Indian companion, Tonto, the masked rider of the plains led the fight for law and order in the early western United States. The stories of his strength and courage, his daring and resourcefulness have come down to us through the generations. And 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 a great horse. Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again. Come on, Silver. We're heading for Silver Creek. Oh, Silver. Terror rolled through the night in Silver Creek. No one knew her robbery and death would strike next. First it was the express office. That is for him. Grab the little travel. I've got it. No one coming yet. All right then, High Tail. It'll be outside. They got Away. All right. Poor critter here, he never had a chance. This one is for the sheriff to solve. He better solve it doggone, son, or we'll get a new sheriff. That's right. A few nights later, the outlaw struck at the bank. Hey, boss, someone's coming this way. That does it now, High Tail. Finally, they attack the United States Mail. Here's the mail, boys. Go get. These. Robberies have to be stopped. If the sheriff don't hang someone for this mail robbery. Then we've got to get the governor to send in the Texas Rangers. That's all there is to it. That's the ticket. The Texas Rangers. They'll clean up. Silver CLICK. After the last of a series of robberies, four men brought their horses to a halt before an old shack in the woods. They entered the building, which was thick with dust and cobwebs. This place will be fine, boys. There's a sort of attic up above where we can leave a lot of evidence for the law. Now move around and make it look as if the place had been used for some time by a crook in hiding. There's only one thing, boss. What's that? You've got evidence enough to pin all our crimes on someone. But who? Are you gonna pin him? Yeah, that's the point. We gotta have a prisoner to hang. Sheriff, don't. Make an arrest and hang the crook. Real soon, you know folks are gonna insist that a Texas Ranger be brought in. There'll be a prisoner and a hanging. Don't you worry about that. Good. And as soon as someone's punished and every little figure, the murders and robberies are solved. And who's to hang, boss? Redskin. Redskin? What redskin? You speak as if you had someone in mind. They weren't a particular animal. What Indian you talking about? Anyone. First one we can find, of course. Why do you specify an Indian? It'll be easier to make folks convict a redskin. It won't be near the investigation. Nashville Mr. Trouble. Basya. We're not alone in this place. Someone in the loft up above. Look. See those straws sticking down through the cracks? Yeah. They've been mowing some sort of. I don't know who you are up there, but I'm calling on you to come down. Your dog will come up after you. He's going across the floor. You hurt me. I don't hear you moving towards the stairs. Are you sure? Trying to hide. He's gone out the window. He stole a horse. Get away. After him. The Tonto was approaching the Town of Silver Creek on his paint horse Scout. He was going on a special mission to the Lone Ranger and hoped to gather information upon which the masked rider might base future plans. But as he came within view of the cluster of low buildings, he saw a large horse coming at reckless speed. Horse got hope. That's not a ride too fast, scout. Horse not keep pace for long that the young fell are in. Saddle him on me, boy. Hey, you redskins. Turn back and travel fast. What matter you? Oh, boy. Whoa. Whoa there. Whoa, boy. No time to answer questions. They're after you. They're going to hang the first engine they see. They're coming right now. Chasing me. Light out and travel fast. Who chase you? I don't know. Crooks, that's all I know. They're crooks. They're going to frame someone for a lot of crimes. Now I've warned you. Get up there, boy. Get up. Maybe this is what Lone Ranger want to know about me. Go on. Find more packs. Get him up. Scout Tonto went but a few yards toward town when hard riding men rounded the bend and saw him make a move. Lansky take his guns out of the city. We have a case of Stephen Maverick to steal any's horse with. Hey, Mansfield, hold on. She ain't Lenny's horse, See? It isn't. Where'd you switch horses? I want to talk up. Where's the horse he stole from our partner? Me not take. I may not. Punk you. Started to deny it, eh? Started to deny that you stole a horse, I suppose. You deny that you robbed the bank and you deny that you held up the express office. It won't do you any doggone good. Need to get off horse for a minute, huh? Hey, me show you. All right. Be smart then if you got something to show us, huh? You'll see plenty in a minute. Watch your boys. Don't let him reach for a hidden knife or something. Now you watch. Go get him. Stop. Stop that horse. Just get in the way. Stop it. Get out of the way so I can see. Denim Stove. You shut up. Shoot him. Shoot the critter. Yeah, I missed it. The dog on paint. Horse got away. Should we go after? Never mind. What's the matter with the redskin? I hit him with my gun barrel when he yelled. Get up, you. Me get up? What's the idea? Slap your horse to run away? Me not talk. The chances are that he really is a crook. Likely had a couple of saddlebags filled with loot. He wouldn't be surprised, Mansfield. I figured he wanted to keep Us in fine and evidence against him don't matter. There are plenty of evidence against him. Evidence that'll tie him into quite a number of unsolved crimes around Separate Creek. Make sure he don't have any weapons, Badgery, and then get him roped good and tagged. Hey, leave that to me. Where are we taking? To the shack. You boys wait for me there. I'll bring the lawman. All right, get moving, Injun. You will have to go on foot. A short time later, Tonto found himself facing the sheriff and the deputy, while those who had captured him brought evidence from the attic of the shack. There's your money back, Sheriff. I guess you know they came from the express office. Right. Skid hid the money, but there's the bag. Yeah, I see them. Lots of other things too. Here, for example, is a lot of mail. Most of the letters have been opened up. I guess he stole all the money that was in the mail. But he left the mail bags and the envelopes upstairs in his hideout. Well, it sure looks like you've captured the man we want. Man. Well, I didn't do it single handed. Badger here was a big help. So were the other boys. Too bad we couldn't get the stolen cash back too. That's some of it. Yeah, but not much. I guess he hid most of what he stole. Well, what have you got to say, Redskin? Me not talk. Do you admit stealing the money from the express office? No. What about the mail robbery? You did that, didn't you? No. You couldn't expect him to admit it, Sheriff. I reckon not. There's more evidence too, Sheriff. There's the gun he stole from the mail guard before he shot him. Zeke's gun? Yeah, with Zeke's name on it. Well, the law sure owes you men a lot of thanks. It'll be some rewards too. Thanks, Mansfield, for tracking the Redskin here. Well, that's all right. He was glad to do it. Take him to town, boys. Lock him up for trial. That evening, everyone in the cafe discussed the capture of the Indian and the evidence that was piled up against him. Mansfield and Badger were looked up to as heroes for their part in the affair. And they welcomed the chance to tell her what they had done. I guess you must be a stranger these parts. You don't know what a menacet murdered Redskin was. I just got into Silver Creek at sunset. Well, let me bid you work in the time. My name is Manesfield. You're the one who located the hideout of the gang of crooks, aren't you? If Only there wasn't a gang. There was only one man. Redskin. Are you sure he's the crook? Well, there's evidence enough to hang him. Plenty of evidence. What'd he do? What'd he do? We're plenty robbed. The express office, stick up a bank, killed three men. Is the stolen cash recovered? Well, not much of it. There's a little phone money in his hat, but no hard cash. And what was the evidence against him? Well, let me see. Some bags that held cash. Oh, yes. I was again on one of the poor critters he murdered. There's the sheriff now. I reckon you could ask him. Anything you want to know, stranger. Hi there, Sheriff. Oh, howdy, Mansfield. Hi there, stranger. Howdy, Sheriff. Mr. Mansfield was telling about your prisoner. Oh, the redskin? Yes. He'll hang one of Sheriff. I don't know what can save him. There's sure a lot of evidence piled up. He had his escape all planned out. He stole a horse one of my friends. Rode it to where his own was hidden and switched. I see. Did your friend get his horse back? Well, not yet, but I reckon he'll turn up sooner or later. It's roaming the open range somewhere. What about the saddlebags of the Indians horse? Did you look for the loot? Mansfield tells me that the paint the engine wrote got away. Got away? Yep, clean away. Redskin yelled at it and it lit out like it'd been shot from a bull. Seems to me that should prove that the loot was in the saddlebag. Oh, grown man's feel. We hadn't thought of that. But I bet it's the case. Maybe so that's why the Redskin was so anxious for the horse to get away. He had the stolen money in the saddlebags. I'd like to see the prisoner. I don't know about that. Just who are you anyway, mister? I'm a friend of Sheriff Durkin over in Washoe County. No. Is that so? You can ask him. Well, a friend of Durkin is a friend of mine. Maybe the crook has been working around here is the same one Durkin had trouble with. And you want to take a look at the prisoner, huh? Yes. Well, come along then. Could you tell if he's the one who worked in Durkins County? Oh, yes. Are you coming with us, Mansfield as well? Wait here, Benji. You must be a sort of special deputy, is that it? I guess you could call it that. Jail's over yonder. Good one too. No one will ever bust out of that jail. Are you sure these crimes were Done by one man? I reckon so. It seems to me if he'd done all you claim he has, he'd have been a mighty busy man. We're civil. He's the only one I appreciate. Well, I reckon so. Here's the lockup. Stand aside, guard. We're going in there and let the gentleman Washoe have a look at the prisoner. Is he your only prisoner? Yeah. We don't use the jail much. Step right in. There's a critter. He's over there in the corner. I'll strike a light and get the candle going so you can see him better. Oh, never mind, Sheriff. Was dark the last time I talked to him. It might be easier to tell if he's the same one. If the conditions are the same, I'll talk to him alone. Mansfield. Hombre knows what he's doing. Did you ever hear such a slick talker? Maybe he does, maybe you don't. But don't forget that me and Badge are the ones that ran your prisoner down. Is that the one, mister? I haven't finished talking to him yet. Mansfield, take a look outside, will you? If those horses are being ridden or led here. Yeah, take a look. You can't see from here. It's mighty dark night. Sounds like two or three horses. And Mansfield, go outside to look. Yep. Keep your hands where they are. Hey, what's this? Don't make a noise. Hey, just who are you? You'll understand later on, Sheriff. Believe me when I tell you that they're opening con. Don't resist, Sheriff. This Indian's not the crook. He's going out of here with me. Hey, Sheriff. That's a pete, Sheriff. It's a paint horse. Belongs to the him. What was that? What's going on, Sheriff? At the guard tunnel. I'll take care of the sheriff. Hey, Silver. Come on, Silver. Hey, guard. If they got you too. I told me that r. What's the idea? There's horses Here they are. They're ready for you. That will hold you, Sheriff. Come on. Good work, Kabi. Now hit the saddle. Stay with us, Jack. Come on, now. Get him up. Get up. Come on. The curtain falls on the first act of our little ranger story. Before the next exciting scenes. Please permit us to pause for just a few moments. Get that Amex Gold card ready. I'm too tired to cook.

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Sam. Now to continue our story. The Lone Ranger held Silver back so Jack, the boy who had tried to warn Tonto, could keep up with him. The town was several miles away. All pursuit had been shaken off. The Lone Ranger came to a halt in a well hidden camp. This is something I never dreamed would happen. What's that, Jack? That I'd ride alongside the Lone Ranger and Tono. Golly, the stories I've heard about you. We owe you a lot, Jack. Oh, shucks. That's all right. I tell Tonto, get away from town. How did you happen to follow the paint horse? Oh, as soon as I heard the sounds of a row, I turned back. I saw Tono fighting with Mansfield and the others. Then I heard him tell Scott to get going, so I rode after him. I'd already heard of you and of Tono in the paint called Scout. You're going to stick with us for a while, Jack, until we get proof against those crooks. Gee, I'd sure like to stick with you for keeps. Golly, mister, I was scared that I wouldn't do what you wanted or that I'd fetch Scouting Silver to the jail too soon or something. Jack, are you sure you told me all you know about Mansfield? Why? Told you all I could remember. He's the leader of that wolf pack. Oh, yes, sir. And he's afraid the sheriff will send for a Texas Ranger to find the crooks. That's why he wanted to frame someone. Now, how will we prove him crook? I. I don't know yet, Tunnel all evidence already found. All evidence used against Tonto. No, you're wrong, kimosabe. The most important evidence hasn't been found yet. What? That the stolen cache. That's the evidence that's going to hang Mansfield and his gang. How can you find the stolen cash? Mansfield knows where it is. Yeah, sure, some of his men will know. Hey, maybe Badger will know. Well, one of them is going to show us that cash. Later the same night, Badger sat in Mansfield's home comparing notes and discussing events. Where do you think we stand? Mansfield? Yeah, I'm not worried. Only thing that rouses me is my jaw still hurts from that crack the Redskin gave me. I bet it does. I like to square things with him, but if he never shows up around here again. It'll be all right as far as I'm concerned. You don't think folks will insist that the sheriff call in on a Texas Ranger Now? I figure there's less chance than everyone. How's that? With the engine in jail, there was a lot of folks that wondered why it couldn't be made to tell where the cash was. You see, that paid horse was still at large. There was some that said he had to have a helper to do all he did. All these loose ends had cleared up. No more loose ends at all. There's proof the Redskin had to help him. Or maybe the other critter was his boss. You seem. Yeah, I reckon so. Well, he's gone. The paint is turned up and gone. If the Texas Rangers are brought in, they'll trail the Redskin. There's only one thing, Manskin. That's it. Did you hear about the stranger calling his horse Silver? Oh, that's. So you'd been knocked out. What a butt cut on the horse, Sylvie. Well, that's what he did. I've heard of a man that has a horse named Silver. He's the Lone Ranger. The Lone Ranger wears a mask and a mighty trim looking outfit. Stranger wasn't anything like that. Maybe not. What if he was a Lone Ranger? What if it was his friend we tried to frame? We didn't try. We did a doggone good job of succeeding. What if it is a Lone Ranger's friend? What of it? He shows his face around here again, he'll hang. And there's no two ways about that. Go on home and let me get some sleep. It's been a long day. You're not worried, then? Not a bit. All right, then. Reckon there's no need for me to worry. Good night, Mansfield. Good night. Pleasure. Late. Should I? Where you at? Sure. I heard some move in the other room. Sounded like you're in the bedroom. I've covered the window with a blanket. Light the candle, will you? Get the light going. You'll know who I am. I know now that voice. You're the one that helped that redskin. A lighter. What's this? I put that silver bullet by the candle so you'd see it. Silver bullet? Glad you had something to say about me. You've got nerve coming here. What do you want? How did you get in? You won't get away with it, mister. This is housebreaker. Save your breath. Lord get you for this. I have put some clothes on that bed. Put them on. Clothes on the bed? Yes, Indian clothes. Buckskin. What are those for, Mansfield? I know something others don't know. You're one of the gang. What gang? What are you talking about? See here. If you are the Lone Ranger, you're on the set of law and order. Yet it isn't your side man's face. Of course it is. Where'd you get the idea who tried to frame Toto? I thought he was a guilty one. Found all that evidence don't lie. Well, I knew someone ran from that shack. And when I caught up to him, it seemed as if it was the Indian. Well, it was a mistake. I was and I sure am sorry you had said who you were in the first place. You made the mistake, Mansfield. Well, I. You made the mistake when you thought you could get away with crimes. You made another mistake when you got everyone ready to shoot the Indian on sight. Shoot him on sight? Yes, I said. Gunfire. What they shooting at? What's going on? Who came in? Come on, we'll see. Tahlo, come here. You hear shots? Posse plenty anxious to get crook. Shoot at Tonto. You'll be coming here then. Which way, Tahlo? Shots fired in front. Color plenty far back. Me show me gut gun. Oh, Lord, it's so. Now, Tado, stop shooting. Hold on. Wait. Stop. That kept me stare at my eyes. Why not? Who made the law think Taho was a crook? But I did. Oh, we can get way the out of the back way and make a run for it. Unless. Unless we give them Mansfield. Yes, that's the ticket. Those clothes, Mansfield in the bedroom. Get into them idiots clothes. What threw you away? For the same reason. I told you a few minutes ago. The law will take a few shots at you. No, no, wait. You got them from bedroom. Well, it's Tahoe or you. Now listen to me. Yeah, you can go up by the rear. I'll hold the law here as long as I can. I swear I will. Here. End him close. But the mon man's here. Time to do it. No, no, no, wait. I'll help you and we'll shove him out the front door. By that time, the posse will be creeping in. Of course they will. There goes the window. You hold arms up. Me put Jack. No, no. It's winding up. I can't do this. What about the way you frame Toddo? If you hadn't done that, Mansfield, you wouldn't be fired at by the law. Well, they look you over after they shoot. We'll get away from the rear. Wait. Let me have a chance, will you? I have an idea, Mansfield. Maybe we will give you a chance. You can't murder me. That's what you're doing. The Lone Ranger doesn't kill. If you're shot, it'll be because of your own work. But I will give you a chance. Mansfield, look out the window. See if you can see the lawman. Let me take a look. Mansfield, if you tell us where you hid the stolen money, we'll try to get away by going out the back. Then we can get the money and return it. Long and still. Good distance. Keep up on ground. Well, how about it, Mansfield? I'll tell you. Yeah, sure, I'll tell you. Listen to me. It's right near that shanty. You dig into the ground at the northeast corner of the shack where the evidence was found. You find all the stolen cash there. You're not telling the truth, you'll regret it. Sure it's the truth. If you lie, you may be sure. I'll come back to square things. Oh, it's the truth. You go and find that. I'll be here. If you don't find the cash, you can always come back. Come on then. Tuttle. The rear door. After the Lone Ranger and Tonto left, Mansfield hurriedly took off the buckskin clothing they had forced him to wear. Making sure the masked man and his Indian companion had ridden away, he went to the door and called for the sheriff. Sheriff. Sheriff. Come here. Come here. On the run. Where you coming, Mansfield? Where's that red skin? Come on, boys. He nearly killed me. He sneaked out the rear. But I can tell you where to find him. Sheriff. The engine and his friend Care. They think they got away. They don't know I overheard them. Go to that shack where we find the Indian. The old shack in the woods? Yeah, but hurry. You can catch them there. You hear that, boys? Come on. We'll have the crooks in jail by son of. Mansfield watched while the lawmen were swallowed by the darkness. And he left his home on the run. Dashed down the street and hammered on the door of another house. Me man's field. What's the matter? Who knows? Questions? Come on. Get a team at your rig. Throw some shovels on board and come on. We're leaving here. Leaving? Leaving the town. Leaving the country. We got to. I don't sav I talk while we work. We've got to hit you up fast. Cinch up there now. We'll be ready, man. Too soon to suit me. And we'll rage right out with the law. Then what? You'll be back to get me. Graduate knows. I tell you. Nose. Going to take the cash and clear out. Yeah. Get to the wagon. Well, what about the rest of the game? Can't be bothered with them. They might squeeze with him until the truth comes out. Will be a long way superior. I didn't want to leave this town. I just thank the Lone Ranger for that. You said there was nothing to worry about. How did I know the Lone Ranger would come back to town? But the sheriff l kit the redskin and start shooting. All right. Get going. Get up here. Get along. Badger and Manfield rode for miles the light rig bouncing over uneven ground. The darkness softened the gray dawn when a pair of crooks in intent on double crossing their own gang rain to a halt at a large tree near a running stream. This will do. Get the ground stuck. Thinking this is the time we can wish we put that case nearby. Would be handy that no one would have to dig it up so soon. I'd have saved the folding money as well as the hard cash.

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Take a shovel and lend a hand. Here. This case is yours as well as you've got to make time. As soon as it gets a little lighter I can find our trail. Maybe they won't bother. Maybe the lone range and the engine was shot and killed and let us settle the whole thing. I'm not waiting to find them. I just dropped the box. Oh, good. Come on. I'll have her. Let you think a hold. We'll lift her out. Good name. That's it. I'll throw it on the wagon. Thanks. Now we can travel. It's east first all the way. Him. I'll never find it. What the sheriff. What is this? I was just calling cash sheriff and the man who stole it. Mansfield. Looks like we got your bl. Oh, wait. That basement let it. They let us to You, Mansfield. Take the guns, boys. Not mine. I'll go down fighting, show you you. Now you try it, man. Don't you. Don't you be Manfield. We never went near the shack. You see, the sheriff was working with Toto and me. We waited until you left and watched you head for Badger's place. We've been with you all the time. You free me? You figured that you'd show your hand if you were stirred up enough. Hello, Sheriff. You want us for prisoners? Want you? You're doggone right I want you. I want you and that redskin for lawmen or for folks to settle in town. We all want you for citizens or friends or deputies, but not as prisoners. And we'll be free to ride back toward Washoe county if you're a mindset. Say, when you see the sheriff there, will you tell him you're a friend of mine? Yes. Thank you, Sheriff. Ready, fellow? Huh? Me ready. Come on. Silver Cap. Oh, Silver. Hi.

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