Indian Trooper | The Lone Ranger (04-12-50)

Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast Summary

Episode: Indian Trooper | The Lone Ranger (04-12-50)
Host: Andrew Rines
Release Date: January 21, 2025

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Introduction

In this riveting episode of the Old Time Radio Westerns, host Andrew Rines presents a classic adventure featuring the legendary Lone Ranger and his faithful companion, Tonto. Digitally restored for enhanced audio quality, the episode immerses listeners in the tension-filled narrative set in the untamed frontier of the early Western United States. This summary captures the essential plot points, character dynamics, and pivotal moments that define the episode.

Setting the Stage

The episode commences with the Lone Ranger and Tonto atop a hill, surveying the rugged landscape where a group of Native Americans are in pursuit. The tension is palpable as the duo anticipates impending conflict.

• Lone Ranger: "Pursuit of three horses. The Indians are going to catch the other two, isn't that right? Now look through the binoculars." [03:27]

Colonel Greer's Dilemma

At Fort Stockton, Colonel Greer faces mounting pressure as two soldiers are captured by the Native Americans led by Chief Red Wolf. He summons Jack Lightfoot, a private of mixed heritage who bridges both worlds, hoping to negotiate peace.

• Colonel Greer: "As far as Colonel Greer at Fort Stockton is concerned, there's nothing to justify an act of that sort by the Indians." [04:05]
• Jack Lightfoot: "I am not interested in the pride of an Indian chief. I propose to demand his immediate surrender." [05:10]

The Tension Escalates

Private Lightfoot leads a detachment to confront Red Wolf, demanding the release of the captured soldiers. Despite his respect for Red Wolf's peaceful nature, Greer's distrust fuels the conflict.

• Tonto: "Red Wolf not bad Indian. His people make no trouble." [05:57]
• Jack Lightfoot: "You better hurry to the Indian village and persuade your friend Red Wolf to let the soldiers go." [04:24]

Captivity and Despair

Meanwhile, Hank and Squint, the captured soldiers, endure uncertainty and fear within a wigwam. As night approaches, their hope dims until an unexpected rescue mission unfolds.

• Hank: "I don't like to think about that. I got a notion to tell Red Wolf what he wants to know." [07:14]
• Squint: "I wish we never gotten into this. Something might happen real quick, huh?" [07:14]

The Lone Ranger's Intervention

The Lone Ranger orchestrates a daring rescue, cutting a hole in the wigwam and freeing Hank and Squint. This act of heroism shifts the dynamics, revealing the Lone Ranger's commitment to justice beyond conventional boundaries.

• Lone Ranger: "I'll be with you as soon as I cut the hole a little larger." [14:30]
• Squint: "You gonna get us out of here?" [14:43]
• Lone Ranger: "Yes." [14:45]

Unraveling the Truth

As the plot thickens, Hank and Squint falsely accuse the Lone Ranger of being the horse thief, igniting a confrontation with Colonel Greer and Private Lightfoot. The Lone Ranger deftly counters these accusations, presenting evidence that exonerates him and implicates Greer instead.

• Hank: "He's the horse thief." [24:55]
• Lone Ranger: "Colonel Greer, These men stole the Indian horses. They were captured by Red Wolf." [25:00]

Climax: The Showdown

The climax unfolds in an arroyo where Red Wolf and his followers converge with the soldiers. Tensions reached their peak as accusations fly, but the Lone Ranger skillfully mediates, revealing the truth behind the stolen horses and the soldiers' transgressions on Indian land.

• Red Wolf: "Me got proof now. Me show you tracks of soldiers in Indian territory." [26:19]
• Lone Ranger: "The bullets that kill those Indians will be ample proof. Indians have no rifles that use bullets like the army." [26:49]

Resolution and Justice

In the aftermath, evidence solidifies Colonel Greer's wrongful actions, leading to his accountability. The Lone Ranger and Tonto ensure that justice prevails, restoring peace between the settlers and the Native Americans.

• Lone Ranger: "Colonel Greer, Red Wolf has tried to convince you on previous occasions that his horses were being stolen." [26:10]
• Jack Lightfoot: "He's the Lone Ranger." [27:36]

Conclusion

This episode masterfully intertwines themes of justice, prejudice, and redemption, showcasing the Lone Ranger's unwavering dedication to truth and fairness. The collaborative efforts of the protagonists lead to the resolution of conflict, emphasizing the importance of understanding and cooperation across cultural divides.

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Notable Quotes

• Lone Ranger: "I'll be waiting for you in camp Totto." [04:05]
• Jack Lightfoot: "You got any proof that we're horse thieves and murderers?" [08:37]
• Red Wolf: "Me not go." [12:00]
• Hank: "I have a gun squad, Squint. Let me at him." [24:36]
• Lone Ranger: "Please look at it closely, sir. You'll see that it's silver." [25:37]

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Final Thoughts

Indian Trooper | The Lone Ranger encapsulates the essence of classic Western storytelling, enriched by digital restoration that enhances every nuanced sound from the thundering hooves of Silver to the crack of gunfire. Andrew Rines successfully revives these timeless tales, offering both nostalgia and fresh clarity to listeners new and old. This episode not only entertains but also prompts reflection on historical tensions and the pursuit of justice, hallmark traits of the Lone Ranger's enduring legacy.

Transcript

[Hank]

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 the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty hi O.

[Colonel Greer]

Silver.

[Narrator]

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 Bone Ranger rides again.

[Jack Lightfoot]

One Silver.

[Lone Ranger]

Let's go, Big boat. I do it.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto brought their horses to a halt at the top of a hill and looked into the far distance where Indians rode in hot.

[Lone Ranger]

Pursuit of three horses. The Indians are going to catch the other two, isn't that right? Now look through the binoculars.

[Tonto]

Red Wolf and his people own the Indian near here.

[Lone Ranger]

Those are soldiers.

[Tonto]

Red Wolf good Indian. His people peaceful.

[Lone Ranger]

They're not peaceful now.

[Tonto]

Indians get two men?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. One is getting away. He's reaching the hills. Otto, there's going to be trouble.

[Tonto]

What happened?

[Lone Ranger]

That soldier must be from Fort Stockton. When he reports that two troopers have been captured by the Indians, there's likely to be war.

[Tonto]

Red Wolf not bad Indian. His people make no trouble. Them not want war. Must be plenty good reason to capture soldiers.

[Lone Ranger]

As far as Colonel Greer at Fort Stockton is concerned, there's nothing to justify an act of that sort by the Indians. You better hurry to the Indian village and persuade your friend Red Wolf to let the soldiers go. I'll be waiting for you in camp Totto.

[Narrator]

Jack Lightfoot was a private at Fort Stockton and a full blooded Indian. He had been raised in the school of a missionary and spoke English as well as any man. When he was summoned by the Colonel, he thought it was to be another request for information that would aid in improving the relations with the Indians in the vicinity.

[Mike Martin]

Lightfoot reporting, sir.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Close the door, Lightfoot. No. Sergeant Martin.

[Tonto]

Yes, Colonel Greer.

[Colonel Greer]

The engine don't think much of me, Colonel Greer. Or my friends either.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Personal prejudice doesn't enter into the situation by foot. You know the country beyond Boulder Pass?

[Mike Martin]

Yes, sir.

[Jack Lightfoot]

You know every gap and gully, every arroyo, every hiding place?

[Tonto]

Yes, sir.

[Colonel Greer]

Like he knows the palm of his own hand.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Do you know a place near the Indian village where A detachment of men could move without being seen by the Indians.

[Colonel Greer]

Well, speak up.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Do you?

[Red Wolf]

Yes, sir.

[Mike Martin]

But, Colonel, if a scouting party is to spy on Red Wolf's people.

[Colonel Greer]

Spy on them, he says. Those murdering polecats.

[Mike Martin]

What did you call Red Wolf's people?

[Colonel Greer]

Those Redsk attacked me and my two friends when we were hunting game.

[Mike Martin]

They attacked?

[Colonel Greer]

Yeah, they sure did. Captured Hank and Squint. I just got away by the skin of my teeth.

[Mike Martin]

But, Colonel, Red Wolf was promised that there would be no hunting on his land.

[Colonel Greer]

I didn't say we were on his land.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Even if the hunters were in the valley that was set aside for the Indians. Red Wolf had no excuse to capture the hunters. He must be taught not to take the law into his own hands. I want that Indian brought here for questioning.

[Mike Martin]

Brought here, sir?

[Tonto]

Yes, sir.

[Mike Martin]

If he is made to come here, his pride.

[Jack Lightfoot]

I am not interested in the pride of an Indian chief. I propose to demand his immediate surrender. And be prepared to back my demand if those savages.

[Mike Martin]

Red Wolf is no savage.

[Jack Lightfoot]

That will do. Lightwood. You lead the way. I shall follow with the troopers and have them hidden within firing distance of the Indian village. You are to call on Red Wolf and demand the immediate release of his prisoners. And his immediate surrender. Yes, and I'll give him a talking to that he'll never forget. And if he refuses to meet your demands, we'll ride in.

[Colonel Greer]

That's a talk, Colonel. We'll ride in and rescue my friends. They haven't already been burned at the stake.

[Mike Martin]

You needn't worry about that.

[Jack Lightfoot]

You'd be ready in 30 minutes. Very. Soldier Lightwood, and that's an Otter.

[Narrator]

Tottle, was in the Indian village talking to his friend Red Wolf and trying to persuade the chief to release the prisoners. In the meantime, Hank and Squint were tightly bound and seated on a blanket inside a wigwam.

[Hank]

Squint. I wonder what those redskins are up to. I don't know. Just see a little sort of crack in the flesh. Of a little couple of Indians sitting right outside the gardens. What are the others doing sitting around the council lane? Red Wolf was talking to someone. An engine? Yeah. He's dressed different than the others. Wonder if Mike got back to the fort. If he did, we'll be all right. But if he didn't, Well, I. I don't like to think about that. I got a notion to tell Red Wolf what he wants to know. Don't be a fool. I don't want no Indian torture. What good will it do us to keep still about the horses if we never get a chance to sell them. Listen, Hank, as long as they don't know where the horses are hidden, they'll keep us alive. Soon as Red Wolf learns what he wants to know, he'll kill us. You keep quiet. I wish we never gotten into this. Something might happen real quick, huh? Red Wolf is coming toward the wigwam. Looks like he's going to talk some more. I heard what Indians do to people.

[Red Wolf]

Come talk.

[Hank]

Now look here, Red Wolf. We want to talk to talk about. Now you better let us go, or the whole army will be after you.

[Red Wolf]

You steal many horse where you hide them, Red Wolf.

[Hank]

You're all wrong.

[Colonel Greer]

Those of you.

[Hank]

We don't know anything about your horses.

[Red Wolf]

You steal plenty Indian horse. You killed three Indian. My people plenty angry.

[Hank]

You got any proof that we're horse thieves and murderers? You can take that proof to the colonel.

[Red Wolf]

Indian no. Truth. Indian can't prove truth. Me come back by and by. Maybe then you change mind. You tell where horses hid, then we take you to Colonel Greer. You think over.

[Hank]

Squint. He said if we tell where the horses were hidden, they'd let us go. Then they'd have proof that we stole their horses. What do you suppose the army would.

[Tonto]

Do to us for that?

[Hank]

That's right. We gotta sit tight. Sit tight and keep stalling and hoping that Mike Martin will get here with the soldier.

[Narrator]

Jack Lightfoot was a good soldier who knew the importance of discipline. He obeyed the colonel's command and led a detachment of troopers through small canyons and gullies to within less than a mile of the Indian village. Colonel Greer signaled a halt, then turned to the young private.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Beyond this point, the country is open, eh?

[Mike Martin]

Yes, sir. We cannot get much closer without being seen by the Indians.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Good enough. We'll wait here. Livewood, you ride into the village and convey my demands to Chief Red Wolf. When you return, I shall expect you to bring the captured men and Red Wolf himself.

[Mike Martin]

I. I'll try, sir.

[Jack Lightfoot]

If he refuses to surrender?

[Mike Martin]

I think he will refuse, sir.

[Colonel Greer]

Well, he hadn't better. What's more, if he's killed my friend.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Tell Red Wolf he is to come willingly or we'll ride in and take him by force.

[Tonto]

Yes, sir.

[Mike Martin]

I'll deliver your message.

[Narrator]

Tato had used all his powers of persuasion without convincing Chief Red Wolf that it would be wise to release the captured soldiers. The two stood near the council ring when they saw Jack Lightfoot, the Indian, approaching.

[Red Wolf]

That soldier, him good friend Tulimanote, not Kuma. Kuma. You come Visit?

[Mike Martin]

I did not come to visit here.

[Red Wolf]

Good friend, this Tonto.

[Lone Ranger]

How?

[Jack Lightfoot]

How?

[Red Wolf]

Tonto Tuma member. Army. White name Lightfoot.

[Mike Martin]

Oh, Red Wolf, Word has reached the post that you have made prisoners of two men. Is that true?

[Lone Ranger]

Huh?

[Red Wolf]

That true.

[Mike Martin]

But why?

[Red Wolf]

Bad men kill Indian steal plenty horse.

[Mike Martin]

Have you proof of that?

[Red Wolf]

Proof not good for army leader. Me try get better proof.

[Mike Martin]

You should have reported those men to the colonel.

[Red Wolf]

Many time horse lost many time. Me make report nothing done. This time we catch horse thief. Catch murderer. Footprint match mark on trail.

[Colonel Greer]

You.

[Mike Martin]

You have made a great mistake, Red Wolf.

[Red Wolf]

Why you not tell what news you bring Red Wolf?

[Mike Martin]

The soldiers are nearby. I have come to take you to them. They're in a gully under hanging rock.

[Red Wolf]

Soldier won't talk to Red Wolf. Soldier come here.

[Mike Martin]

I. The colonel insists that you go to him and take with you the prisoners.

[Red Wolf]

Not go. Me not go.

[Mike Martin]

If you don't, there may be war. Think it over, Chief Red Wolf. You have until sunset to decide where you go.

[Tonto]

Go see friend.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Get him up.

[Mike Martin]

Scout Red Wolf. If the soldiers come here, they will.

[Red Wolf]

Soldier won't speak to Red Wolf. Soldier come here. That only way.

[Mike Martin]

That means they will come with rifles ready.

[Narrator]

Tato was with Red Wolf when the Indian trooper, Jack Lightfoot brought the ultimatum from Colonel Greer. Tato left the Indian village and hurried to the camp of his masked friend, the Lone Ranger. He told what had happened.

[Lone Ranger]

That's too bad. The colonel has taken that stand now.

[Tonto]

Red Wolf in plenty trouble.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. He'll lose face if he obeys the colonel's orders. If he doesn't, there'll be a fight.

[Tonto]

Many horses stolen from Red Wolf.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, I know Itado. He's complained to the army, but nothing's been done. Where's Colonel Greer?

[Tonto]

Waiting with the troopers in gully near place called Hangin Rock.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, I know the place. How much time have we Colonel say.

[Tonto]

Red Wolf surrendered by sundown.

[Lone Ranger]

Sundown? Where are the prisoners held?

[Tonto]

In Wigwam at edge of village. Horses tied nearby.

[Lone Ranger]

Can I reach that wigwam without being seen by Indians or troopers?

[Tonto]

Ah, me no way through woods and tall grass.

[Lone Ranger]

I could get into it from the rear by cutting a slit.

[Tonto]

Isn't that right?

[Hank]

You.

[Tonto]

You got plan? Yes.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm going to try something. Toto, I'll need your help and the help of Red Wolf. You show me how to reach that wigwam. Then go into the village and talk.

[Tonto]

To Red Wolf and me talk before Red Wolf not like what Tata say.

[Lone Ranger]

I think he'll listen to you this time. You'll tell him about me and borrow.

[Narrator]

A couple of horses.

[Lone Ranger]

Then tell him that I am taking his prisoners.

[Narrator]

Inside the wigwam, Hank and Squint were increasingly worried. Through a narrow slit in the entrance, they had seen the Indian trooper ride in, confer with Red Wolf and ride away. For some time after that, they discussed the incident.

[Hank]

I can't figure it out. Squint thought sure our troops would be here by this time. So did I. Hey, Squint, someone's in back of the Swigworm.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Yeah, I hear it.

[Tonto]

Hey, Hank, look.

[Hank]

There's a blade of a knife sticking through. Maybe we're being rescued. If you're way slower than that. The guards on the other front. If only our hands were free. Keep still. Look, Hank, he's masked.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll be with you as soon as I cut the hole a little larger. Just a minute.

[Hank]

You gonna get us out of here?

[Jack Lightfoot]

Yes.

[Andrew Rines]

There we are.

[Lone Ranger]

Move over so I can cut your ropes.

[Hank]

We won't forget this, mister. Who sent you? How'd you know we were here?

[Tonto]

There.

[Hank]

You're both free. Your horses are saddled and waiting.

[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.

[Andrew Rines]

Take.

[Narrator]

Now to continue. The Lone Ranger rescued Hank and Squint from the Indian camp by cutting a hole in the back of their wigwam. Then he led the two prisoners through the underbrush to a place where Silver was standing with two horses.

[Lone Ranger]

There are your horses, stranger.

[Hank]

We owe you plenty for this. How come you did it?

[Lone Ranger]

Maybe I could use some of Red Wolf's horses myself.

[Tonto]

So that's not who helped us.

[Lone Ranger]

Who told you about him? I have ways of learning about men like you. Are you cutting me in on your deal?

[Hank]

I reckon you've earned it.

[Lone Ranger]

Then we better get going before the Indians miss you. Take me to the stolen horses. I want to look them over.

[Tonto]

What if we don't take you there?

[Lone Ranger]

One gunshot will bring the Indians here. You go back where you came from. Oh, and by the way, only one of us is armed.

[Hank]

Namely, you. All right, missy, we'll play it your way.

[Lone Ranger]

Go ahead. I'll follow.

[Narrator]

Squint and Hank led the way to a small, hidden valley where the Lone Ranger saw a surprisingly large number of people. Indian ponies. They were strong, wiry animals of exceptional endurance. Squint pointed to them proudly.

[Lone Ranger]

Those critters will fetch a good price.

[Hank]

When we get them across the line where we can sell them.

[Lone Ranger]

You have a good hiding place for them?

[Hank]

The best of it is we travel over hard rock getting here and don't leave no tracks.

[Lone Ranger]

How will you get the horses out of this valley? We figured to head farther back into.

[Colonel Greer]

The hills and then cut east.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, that will take you farther away from the Indian village.

[Hank]

That's the idea.

[Lone Ranger]

Better wait until sunset before you start. Darkness will come soon after that. There'll be less likelihood of being seen by scouting parties.

[Hank]

I figure the sooner we get going, the better.

[Tonto]

Me too.

[Hank]

I hope we're starting right away.

[Lone Ranger]

Very well, if that's how you feel about it. But we'd better take what precautions we can.

[Hank]

What do you mean?

[Lone Ranger]

I have some good binoculars. I'll climb to the top of that hill there. I think I can see the Indian.

[Hank]

Village and see what's going on, huh?

[Lone Ranger]

Possibly learn if the Indians are riding out in search of you. Well, I'll not be long.

[Hank]

What do you make of that mask man, Hank? He got us free of the Indians.

[Lone Ranger]

Yeah, but I don't want to cut him in.

[Hank]

When we sell horses, he's got the only guns. What can we do? Watch for the chance to jump him, get his guns and finish him off. Yeah. Yeah, Hank, that's it. We'll watch for the chance.

[Narrator]

A lone ranger found a place at the hilltop from which he could see the Indian village in the west. He drew a small mirror from his pocket and reflected the rays of the sun in a beam of light. In Red Wolf's village, Tatu had been watching for the signal when he saw the flashing mirror on the hill a mile away. He hurried to the side of Red Wolf.

[Tonto]

You look Red Wolf see light flash on hill.

[Red Wolf]

What that mean, Tonto?

[Tonto]

That where friends go with prisoners. Him help scape.

[Red Wolf]

Tonto you say let prisoner escape. Me do now tell why now?

[Tonto]

What do now? You take all braves ride out of village, make wide circle to far side of hill where light flash.

[Red Wolf]

What happened then?

[Tonto]

Maybe find some stolen horse, then see what mask friend do.

[Narrator]

After finishing with the signals, the Lone Ranger watched the Indian village through binoculars. The signs of activity told him that Red Wolf was acting on Toto's instructions, according to the plan. At length, he rejoined Squint and Hank in the valley.

[Hank]

Well, what you see?

[Lone Ranger]

The Indians are riding out of their village looking for us. Probably.

[Hank]

They won't find us here.

[Lone Ranger]

We'll tie the horses in three strings and wait until dark. Unless the Indians come this way. That case, we'll have to run from them.

[Narrator]

In the gully, close to Red Wolf's village, the soldiers were becoming increasingly Impatient, the Indian trooper, Jack Lightfoot and Mike Martin, the friend of the horse thieves, stood near the colonel.

[Colonel Greer]

I don't see why we have to wait till sunset. Let's ride into that ancient village now and rescue our friend.

[Jack Lightfoot]

I'd like to.

[Mike Martin]

You gave Red Wolf a promise you would wait until sunset.

[Colonel Greer]

But he didn't wait till then to make up his mind. He told you he wouldn't come here, didn't he, Lightfoot?

[Jack Lightfoot]

In as much as I gave my word.

[Hank]

We'll have to wait.

[Colonel Greer]

Here comes Andy. Looks like he has something to report.

[Hank]

Colonel Greer.

[Jack Lightfoot]

What is it?

[Hank]

I've been up yonder watching the village. It looks to me like the Indians are fixing to go on the war path.

[Jack Lightfoot]

What's going on?

[Hank]

They're riding out with bows and arrows.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Are they riding this way?

[Red Wolf]

No, sir.

[Hank]

It looks like they're heading north.

[Colonel Greer]

Maybe they're running away.

[Red Wolf]

They're not.

[Jack Lightfoot]

If they start a fight, they'll find us. Ready?

[Colonel Greer]

Maybe you should go after them, sir.

[Mike Martin]

Colonel, you promised to wait until sundown.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll wait.

[Jack Lightfoot]

When it's sundown, we start. After Red W.

[Narrator]

In the Valley of A Lone Ranger cut three pieces of rope and tied the stolen horses in three strings. Then he and the two crooks waited. The crooks were waiting for darkness, the masked man for something else. Presently he saw what he was waiting for. Red Wolf and his Indians approaching from the east.

[Lone Ranger]

Look.

[Hank]

Indians.

[Lone Ranger]

Red Wolf is in the lead, but.

[Hank]

Their village is in the other direction. They must have circled the mountain. They'll spot us in the minute, too. We got to clear out. We can't go east. We run smack into them. We got to go the other way. That means riding toward the village.

[Lone Ranger]

I know our route through deeper oils. We go close to their village, then turn south past Hanging Rocks.

[Hank]

We'll have to travel fast. Think we can lead the horses, keep ahead of the Indians?

[Lone Ranger]

We can try.

[Hank]

Come on. They've seen us.

[Lone Ranger]

Tie those lead ropes to your saddles. Indian ponies will keep up with us.

[Hank]

I'm all sad.

[Narrator]

Lone Ranger rode between Squint and Hank. And each of the three horsemen led a string of the stolen Indian ponies. The masked man showed the way to an arroyo that meandered back and forth. It was approximately 20ft wide and had steep walls on both sides. The Indians followed at a distance, keeping the three men and the stolen horse but making no effort to cut down the lead. Tahoe rode at the side of Red Wolf. The chief.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Get up, Stoke.

[Narrator]

Jack Lightfoot had been watching the sun and Colonel Greer had been looking frequently at his watch. Finally, he put the instrument into his pocket and turned to the troopers.

[Jack Lightfoot]

All right, then we print them out.

[Colonel Greer]

We've been ready for the last half hour, sir.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Ed Wolf had every opportunity to meet me and deliver his prisoners. He hasn't. I will dw him.

[Colonel Greer]

Maybe he decided to v when he let his men out of the village.

[Jack Lightfoot]

We'll go first to the village. The captured men are not there. We'll go after the Indians.

[Mike Martin]

Colonel Greer.

[Tonto]

Yes?

[Jack Lightfoot]

What is it Like?

[Mike Martin]

I hear hoof beats. Many of them.

[Colonel Greer]

I don't hear anything.

[Mike Martin]

You will in a minute. They're coming this way.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Yes, I hear them.

[Mike Martin]

Maybe Red Wolf is coming here.

[Jack Lightfoot]

I can't determine the direction of those hoops.

[Mike Martin]

They seem to be down that way, sir. And this arroyo.

[Jack Lightfoot]

See?

[Colonel Greer]

Very far bend, 100 yards away.

[Jack Lightfoot]

I can hear them clearly now. You mean mount? Are you ready for action?

[Narrator]

A little Ranger rode between Squint and Hank, ahead of the stolen horses that raced along in three strings. The masked man knew soldiers were waiting just around the bend and wondered how the horse thief would act when they saw that they were trapped. He didn't have long to wait to find out. As soon as the three rounded the bend, Squint cried out, hey, look. Hank the trooper.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Stop here.

[Hank]

We're caught with stolen horses. It's a trap, and you let us into it.

[Narrator]

We'll fix you, Quinton. Hank sized up the situation instantly and attacked the Lone Ranger from both sides. While Hank snatched the gun from the masked man's holster and leaped to the ground, Squint pulled the Lone Ranger to the ground on his side of the big white stadium.

[Hank]

I got a gun squad, Squint. Let me at him. Let me get a clear crack at him. I'll fix him. I got a hold of his arms. You'll get his other gun. Hang on.

[Red Wolf]

Turn him this way.

[Lone Ranger]

No, you don't.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Break it up. On your feet.

[Hank]

I'll kill this mask.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Give me that gun.

[Mike Martin]

Gave up, Squint, you heard what the colonel said.

[Jack Lightfoot]

You. Hank. Squint. What are you doing with these Indian horses?

[Hank]

We thought you were prisoners of the Indians, Colonel Greer. That mess. He stole the horses. He's the horse thief. We captured him.

[Jack Lightfoot]

What do you have to say?

[Lone Ranger]

Colonel Greer, These men stole the Indian horses. They were captured by Red Wolf. I helped them escape. They led the way to where the horses were hidden.

[Hank]

That's not true. He's the horse thief.

[Lone Ranger]

You told Red Wolf to meet you at sundown with the prisoners. Red Wolf is on the Way. And the prisoners are here.

[Hank]

Here come the in them.

[Mike Martin]

And there's Red Wolf in the lead.

[Lone Ranger]

They've been chasing the horses that were stolen.

[Jack Lightfoot]

All three of you stand up with the sight of this arroyo. I'll see what Red Wolf had to say.

[Mike Martin]

He's done what you asked.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Colonel Greer.

[Mike Martin]

He's here to meet you at sundown.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Those Indians show any signified they don't want to fight.

[Lone Ranger]

All they want is simple justice. While they're coming, I'd like to give you this. May serve to identify me.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Will it? What does this mean?

[Lone Ranger]

Please look at it closely, sir. You'll see that it's silver.

[Narrator]

Red Wolf and his followers closed in and dismounted. The Indian chief and Toto pushed past the three lines of stolen horses to join the small group at the side of the arroyo. Red Wolf told his story. Then the masked man said.

[Lone Ranger]

Colonel Greer, Red Wolf has tried to convince you on previous occasions that his horses were being stolen. But no action was taken.

[Jack Lightfoot]

He had no proof.

[Red Wolf]

Me got proof now. Me show you tracks of soldiers in Indian territory.

[Mike Martin]

Show your tracks near three.

[Lone Ranger]

You will investigate. You will find that the hoof marks and boot prints Red Wolf speaks about will match the boots of three of your soldiers and the horses they ride.

[Mike Martin]

Now wait, hold on, Martin.

[Jack Lightfoot]

You told me the Indians captured Hank and Squint while you were hunting.

[Hank]

Yeah, but I.

[Jack Lightfoot]

You told me you were not hunting on the lands that's reserved for the Indians.

[Lone Ranger]

The evidence will prove otherwise, sir. It will prove that your troopers were on Indian land.

[Red Wolf]

Three Indians shot by white man's rifles.

[Jack Lightfoot]

If that is true, Red Wolf, you'll see justice to others.

[Lone Ranger]

The bullets that kill those Indians will be ample proof. Indians have no rifles that use bullets like the army.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Give that to Max Maddy's guards.

[Mike Martin]

Yes, sir.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Arrest these two. And Martin as well.

[Hank]

Now wait, hold on, Colonel, I.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Enough, Martin. You'll have a chance to talk when you go on trial. If the evidence is what I think, talking will do you no good.

[Lone Ranger]

Otto, we're not needed here any longer.

[Tonto]

Ah, we go now.

[Red Wolf]

You good friends.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Good friends of the soldiers as well as the Indians.

[Lone Ranger]

Red wound. Bye, Colonel. Perhaps we meet again.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Goodbye and thank you for what you've done.

[Hank]

Now listen, Colonels, you can't arrest us. You can't take a word of that.

[Tonto]

That mask man.

[Jack Lightfoot]

We shall investigate. Your trial will be based on evidence.

[Hank]

But I tell you, the masked man is a horse thief.

[Jack Lightfoot]

Nonsense. I know who that masked man is. He gave me a silver bullet. He's the Lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

This is a feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated, created by George W. Trendle, produced by Trendle Campbell Enterprises and directed by Charles D. Livingston. Tonight's drama was written by Fran Striker. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamed Foreign.

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