Killer, the Horse | The Lone Ranger (11-10-39)

Summary

Podcast Title: Old Time Radio Westerns
Host: Andrew Rines
Episode: Killer, the Horse | The Lone Ranger (11-10-39)
Release Date: March 8, 2025

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Episode Summary: "Killer, the Horse"

Introduction

Old Time Radio Westerns transports listeners back to the golden age of radio with this episode featuring The Lone Ranger. Host Andrew Rines skillfully sets the stage, immersing the audience in the rugged terrains of the Wild West, enhanced by meticulously restored audio that brings every sound—from bird chirps to gunfire—to vivid life.

Setting the Scene

The episode opens with the Lone Ranger and his trusty steed, Silver, riding into the frontier town of Big Pine. Andrew Rines narrates the opening with rich descriptions:

"Hawaii. A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and the hearty hi yo Silver. The Lone Ranger."
(00:04:20)

As they approach the town, a well-dressed stranger struggles to control his spirited horse, Killer, drawing the attention of the townspeople.

Conflict Introduction

A confrontation ensues between the stranger, later revealed as Palmer, and the town's sheriff—a Texan cowboy boasting about his horsemanship. Palmer disparages the Texans' riding skills, igniting tension:

"This is a Montana horse. He doesn't like Texans. Where he comes from, he's used to men who know how to ride Texans."
(00:05:24)

Challenging Palmer to a contest, the sheriff introduces Bill Steadman, Big Pine's top horseman, to attempt riding Killer. Despite Bill's impressive reputation, he suffers a mysterious back injury during his attempt, derailing the contest and putting the town's thousand-dollar bet at risk.

Intrigue and Suspicion

Tonto, the Lone Ranger's Indian companion, shares suspicions with the Ranger about Palmer's true intentions:

"Every time he stage one of these contests, there's been a hold up in town."
(00:10:07)

They deduce that Palmer uses the excitement of riding contests to orchestrate robberies, distracting the townsfolk while he and his accomplices commit crimes.

A New Ally Emerges

As the town grapples with the fallout from Bill's injury, a limping man named Sam Bowers (affectionately nicknamed "Limpy") steps forward, offering to take Palmer's place in the contest. Despite initial skepticism, Sam's genuine desire to prove himself and his exceptional riding skills convince the town to give him a chance.

"I'm real good. Honest hockey fellas."
(00:15:31)

Sam mounts Killer, and with unparalleled skill, he successfully rides the notoriously unrideable horse, much to the amazement of the crowd.

Climactic Showdown

Just as the townspeople celebrate Sam's victory, Palmer and his two confederates—Buff and Osage—attempt to rob the stage line's office. Unbeknownst to them, the Lone Ranger is undercover, observing Palmer's maneuvers. As Palmer initiates the hold-up, the Lone Ranger and Sam intercept the crooks mid-theft.

A tense gunfight ensues, with the Ranger skillfully disarming Palmer and his men. The townspeople, initially confused by the unfolding events, quickly realize the depth of Palmer's deceit.

"He's the man who planned the hold up. Are you alone? Out, Coyote."
(00:29:16)

Resolution and Redemption

With Palmer apprehended and his criminal scheme exposed, the Lone Ranger offers Sam a role as his partner, recognizing his valor and skill. Sam, having proven his worth, is welcomed into the Ranger's fold, setting the stage for future adventures.

"Do you think maybe somebody'd give me a job, Sheriff? I'd work real hard."
(00:30:16)
"You got a job, Sam. With me. You're hired."
(00:30:27)

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Andrew Rines (Narration):

  "Hawaii. A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and the hearty hi yo Silver. The Lone Ranger."
  (00:04:20)

• Sheriff (Texan):

  "This is a Montana horse. He doesn't like Texans. Where he comes from, he's used to men who know how to ride Texans."
  (00:05:24)

• Tonto:

  "Every time he stage one of these contests, there's been a hold up in town."
  (00:10:07)

• Sam Bowers (Limpy):

  "I'm real good. Honest hockey fellas."
  (00:15:31)

• Lone Ranger:

  "He’s the man who planned the hold up. Are you alone? Out, Coyote."
  (00:29:16)

• Sam Bowers (Post-Showdown):

  "You got a job, Sam. With me. You're hired."
  (00:30:27)

Conclusion

In "Killer, the Horse," Old Time Radio Westerns delivers a compelling narrative filled with suspense, heroism, and the classic themes of justice and redemption. Andrew Rines' expert restoration and narration bring the characters and their adventures to life, offering both nostalgic charm and engaging storytelling for new and old fans alike.

Listeners are left eagerly anticipating the next installment of the Lone Ranger's adventures, confident in the knowledge that justice will always ride alongside the masked hero.

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Transcript

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[Texan]

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.

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Now let's get into this episode.

[Texan]

Hio, Silver.

[Andrew Rines]

Hawaii. A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and the hearty hi yo Silver. The Lone Ranger.

[Texan]

SA.

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[Andrew Rines]

With his faithful Indian companion, Tonto, the Lone Ranger fought crime and criminals throughout the western United States. But he did more than bring law and order to a lawless frontier. The man who needed a fresh start in life could always count on the Masked Rider's help. And from the stories that have come down to us through the generations, we know that he was the greatest champion of justice in the history of the early West. 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. The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Texan]

Come on, Silver.

[Andrew Rines]

We're heading for Big Pine. O Silver. Away. The loungers in front of the cafe at Big Pine watched with interest while a well dressed stranger tried to control his spirited horse. Whoa, killer. Whoa there. Quiet down.

[Texan]

Bless you.

[Andrew Rines]

Quiet. Whoa. You having trouble, stranger? There's some horse you got there. Ain't looking. Critter, ain't he? Sure has got a powerful look about him.

[Texan]

Need some help, mister?

[Andrew Rines]

He's all right now. I can handle him. What was it you called Your horse Stranger Killer? Why? Just wondered.

[Texan]

Kind of a funny name for a horse, ain't it?

[Andrew Rines]

He's earned it.

[Texan]

Yeah. Killed somebody, did he?

[Andrew Rines]

Yes. By the way, I'd advise you fellas to stay away from him. Get too close to him, there's likely to be trouble. I won't be responsible for anything that may happen. Hey now mister, you take us with.

[Texan]

A bunch of green horns.

[Andrew Rines]

Think we don't savvy horses? Not this one you don't. Just what you mean by that? This is a Montana horse. He doesn't like Texans. Where he comes from, he's used to men who know how to ride Texans. Just irritated.

[Texan]

Hey, that sounded to me like something plain insulting.

[Andrew Rines]

Yes.

[Texan]

Just watch your handle, stranger.

[Andrew Rines]

Palmer's my name.

[Texan]

Well, Palmer, Was you insinuating us Texans ain't the Horsemen they are up Montana way.

[Andrew Rines]

I thought that was well known. Well, I'll be switched. Now look here, mister, you can't be.

[Texan]

Out of this heat. I'll handle this smart aleck. All right, mister, suppose you explain yourself. Just where'd you get a fool notion like that?

[Andrew Rines]

So it's a fool notion, huh? Well, I can prove it.

[Texan]

How?

[Andrew Rines]

Montana. There are half a dozen men who can ride killer here. Well, I've been in Texas almost six months and still haven't found anybody who can stay on top of them. What more proof do you want?

[Texan]

You ain't found nobody to ride this horse.

[Andrew Rines]

That's what I said, isn't it?

[Texan]

By thunder. You got any objection to me trying?

[Andrew Rines]

Don't be a fool, man. He'll cripple you.

[Texan]

Stand aside.

[Andrew Rines]

But I tell you, this horse, no objection.

[Texan]

Can ride the critter, huh? Well, I'm gonna make you eat them words right now.

[Andrew Rines]

That's talking, Sheriff. Show him. He don't know what he's talking about.

[Texan]

Ride that horse into the ground for him.

[Andrew Rines]

Go ahead, Sheriff. Show him what riding really is.

[Texan]

You bet I will.

[Andrew Rines]

I'm warning you.

[Texan]

Save your warnings for them as needs em. Stand still, you maverick. Here goes.

[Andrew Rines]

Watch out. There he goes. Catch the horse before the sheriff's tramp. Hey, look at him. Rear up to get at him with his hoops.

[Texan]

Catch him. Hold on to him. He's a killer for sure.

[Andrew Rines]

Ain't he a killer? Whoa, fellow, whoa.

[Texan]

You all right, Sheriff? You get hurt? Give me a hand, will ya? Up with you.

[Andrew Rines]

I'm sorry about this, Sheriff, but I tried to warn you.

[Texan]

The blaze is with your warning. I was throwed. But I'm still here to say that kidder can be Rolled. Even if I ain't the feller to do it. I ain't the best horseman around here, and I never claimed to be. There's others that'll ride him even if I can't.

[Andrew Rines]

Anybody can talk big when he doesn't mean to back it up, huh? Who's your best rider in this district?

[Texan]

The best rider. Why? Let me see.

[Andrew Rines]

If you're looking for the best bronc buster around here, that's him coming this way right now.

[Texan]

Bar Thunder. Yes. Bill Steadman. Bill. Hi there, Bill.

[Andrew Rines]

Want me, Sheriff?

[Texan]

Come here. What's up, Bill? There's a number that says Texans can't ride. I'm admitting this yere horse of his just now throwed me, but I'm maintaining. That don't prove nothing. Now, how's about it? You think you can do it?

[Andrew Rines]

Well, I'd be willing to try.

[Texan]

Then climb into the saddle and show him.

[Andrew Rines]

Sure, I'll ride. Well, this isn't strictly fair. In the first place, my horse has carried me a long ways today. He's tired. In the second place, he's already thrown one of you. Of course he can be ridden. If you're going to have one man after another tried until one of you stays on, any horse would weaken in time.

[Texan]

And what's your notion of what's fair?

[Andrew Rines]

How about postponing this until tomorrow sometime? Say tomorrow afternoon?

[Texan]

That all right with you, Bill?

[Andrew Rines]

Sure, why not? And how about making this interesting? In Montana, we're always willing to back up our opinions.

[Texan]

Meaning just walk.

[Andrew Rines]

I've got a thousand dollars that isn't doing anything just now. I'll wager all of it or any part of it that you care to cover on my horse. But of course, if you haven't the courage of your conviction.

[Texan]

Wa. Bless you. I'll take a hundred of that myself. There. You hear that, mister? I reckon you're cold.

[Andrew Rines]

Or how much?

[Texan]

Put up your thousand and I'll guarantee every dollar of it'll be covered.

[Andrew Rines]

Good enough. And the time?

[Texan]

Suit yourself. Any time you name is all right with us right now. If you say so.

[Andrew Rines]

Very well. I've got some business to attend to, so the later in the day the better. How about five in the afternoon?

[Texan]

Bill can make it. It's all right with me.

[Andrew Rines]

I can be there. I suppose there'll be quite a crowd on hand to watch.

[Texan]

Just everybody in town, mister.

[Andrew Rines]

And how about holding this contest on those flats I noticed just south of town? Any objection?

[Texan]

That's the place I was going to suggest myself.

[Andrew Rines]

I won't insist. This man here has to make the ride. You're free to choose anyone you wish. If he's thrown, I win. If he rides killer, you win. There's no second chance for either side.

[Texan]

Fair enough. By tonight, mister, I'll have your bet covered. And by tomorrow night you're gonna know there's at least one gent in Texas your horse can't.

[Andrew Rines]

Word of the coming contest circulated throughout town and the townspeople talked of nothing else. Tonto rode into Big Pine to purchase supplies, heard the news and repeated it to his white friend. When he returned that night to their well hidden camp. You got a look at this fellow who calls himself Palmer Tunder, huh? Me get good look. He's the same fellow who went under the name of Ridgeway at Center Springs, huh? Not right. Then he must also be the same fellow who called himself Taylor that time over in New Mexico. That's right. I've been thinking back over those stories we heard, Kimasabe. And I'm glad we're here for the contest. Why glad? I've got an idea that Palmer, or whatever his name is, is up to something more than winning bets. He does the same thing wherever he goes. It's easy to get men into arguments about horses and their ability to ride them. And it's easy to mention bets and arrange a contest. From what I've heard, Palmer doesn't always win. He lost that time in New Mexico, but him win other times. Maybe he wins more often than he loses. I couldn't say. But I do know one thing. What? That every time he stage one of these contests, there's been a hold up in town. May not know that, and it didn't occur to me until I started thinking back. It's true. However, why couldn't Palmer arrange these contests? Not so much to win any bets that might be made, but to get everyone out of town to watch the contest. That'd be plenty smart if that's what he does. Of course, those hold ups may have been just coincidence, but I doubt it. A hold up? Every place he holds a contest is too much to blame on luck. The fact that he changes his name each time makes it look as though he doesn't want to be traced. He always seems to travel alone. But that doesn't prove anything. He'd naturally not allow himself to be seen with the fellows who perform the actual robberies. That way no one would ever think of connecting him up with the robbery unless they knew what had happened at the other places where he'd been. He's always careful to keep these contests spaced far enough apart. So there's little danger of that. You tell Law. If the sheriff wouldn't believe me, I'd just be wasting my time. And if he did believe me, he'd simply call off the contest and tell Palmer to get out of town. After all, there's no proof against the fellow. Not right, no Kimasabi. We'll say nothing. But if Palmer is a crook, we'll attend to him ourselves. The following morning, the cafe was crowded with townsmen and men from the range who had come to town to witness the contest. A lone ranger without his mask but wearing a disguise circulated among them, keeping watch on Palmer, who was a center of interest. You really think your horse can't be rode? Mister, you sure made a mistake when you bet again. Bill Stedman, I've made my bet. I think that speaks plainly enough for the way I feel. You'll be feeling a heap different tonight.

[Texan]

Howdy, farmer.

[Andrew Rines]

Oh, hello, Sheriff.

[Texan]

Your horse feeling frisky today?

[Andrew Rines]

He's all right.

[Texan]

Too doggone bad for you that you didn't ask some questions around before you put up your cash free and easy. If you knowed a little more about Bill Stedman, maybe you wouldn't have wanted to bet.

[Andrew Rines]

Yes.

[Texan]

Bill ain't only the best rider around Big Pine. He's one of the very best in the whole state. He's won more top honors at rodeos rounding about than you can shake a stick at.

[Andrew Rines]

That's interesting.

[Texan]

Thought you'd find it, sir.

[Andrew Rines]

Nevertheless, I'm not backing out. Maybe Killer can be ridden by one of your men. I still doubt it. However, even if I were convinced that he could be, the bet would stand. I don't renege.

[Texan]

Well, neither do we. Alice.

[Andrew Rines]

What the.

[Texan]

Alert. Bill Stedman's been hurt. What's that you said? Come on outside. Stage just came in and some bum.

[Andrew Rines]

Nearly walked in front of it.

[Texan]

Bill twisted his back throwing the fell out of the way. Bill's right outside now. I'll be blasted. Come on, men. If Bill's hurt, there goes our thousand dollars.

[Andrew Rines]

There ain't another ride around here half.

[Texan]

As good as Bill is.

[Andrew Rines]

Shucks, if he can't ride, we might.

[Texan]

Just as well give up. Wouldn't that just be our luck? Wonder how bad hurt Bill is. There he is. Bill, did we get this straight? Did you go and hurt your back so you can't ride?

[Andrew Rines]

Reckon I did, Sheriff.

[Texan]

Back aches to beat.

[Andrew Rines]

Glory. Don't get sitting here till the dark can come.

[Texan]

But how in blazing did it happen.

[Andrew Rines]

I guess it was my fault, Sheriff.

[Texan]

Who are you?

[Andrew Rines]

Limpy's what they call me. Sheriff.

[Texan]

Hobo, huh?

[Andrew Rines]

Oh, I ain't no hobo.

[Texan]

You got a job?

[Andrew Rines]

No.

[Texan]

You got cash?

[Andrew Rines]

I'm flat broke just now, but I'm looking.

[Texan]

If you're broke and you ain't got a job, then what do you call yourself? You ain't a bum. And just cause Bill was fool enough to try to save your worthless hide, we're going to be out a thousand dollars.

[Andrew Rines]

Oh, please.

[Texan]

Thunder out of laugh.

[Andrew Rines]

Poor Sheriff. Now twin his. Shucks. He couldn't help it none. And I couldn't just stand by and watch him get runned over.

[Texan]

Why in blazer did you get in front of the stage?

[Andrew Rines]

It was my legs here. Huh? It goes bad on me every once in a while. That's why they call me Limpy and, well, it's why I ain't been able to get regular work.

[Texan]

So you had to choose a time like this for your fool leg to go bad on you again, huh?

[Andrew Rines]

But honest, I didn't.

[Texan]

Well, there goes the contest. We might just as well call the whole thing off.

[Andrew Rines]

Which is just what I expected, Huh? I had you sized up as a bunch of cheap sports when I first came here. As I remember, when the bet was made, nothing was said about any one particular person making the ride. I told you you could choose anyone you wished. Even if the man you chose is injured. I don't see why the bet should be called off.

[Texan]

Who said it was?

[Andrew Rines]

You just now suggested that, Mister.

[Texan]

When a Texan makes a bargain, he keeps it.

[Andrew Rines]

Neither one of us said we wanted to crawl out of it. We'll go through with it, even if we do have to lose. Sheriff.

[Texan]

Well, what do you want?

[Andrew Rines]

I can ride. I'm a real good rider.

[Texan]

You? You call yourself a horseman?

[Andrew Rines]

I'm real good. Honest hockey fellas.

[Texan]

Look at what thinks he can ride a mean horse. Look at him. He can't hardly stand up, but he figures we ought to risk our thousand dollars on him. Oh, but please, if you just give.

[Andrew Rines]

Me a chance to show you, maybe I could make up for what I'd done. You said all this was my fault.

[Texan]

And so it is. But you've done enough damage already.

[Andrew Rines]

Then just let me show.

[Texan]

There's only one thing I'll let you do, and that's clear out of town.

[Andrew Rines]

But.

[Texan]

Can you hear me? Get going before I jail you for being a vagrant. Go on, get going and keep going.

[Andrew Rines]

You ain't wanted in Big Pine Mister.

[Texan]

All you mean to us is bad luck.

[Andrew Rines]

You heard the sheriff. Now clear out and pronto. Well, if you'd only give me a chance.

[Texan]

You got your chance. You better take it before we make you sorry.

[Andrew Rines]

All right, Limpy. Mister, I didn't mean no harm. Honest I didn't. I'm going if you want me to. Don't misunderstand me. You say you can ride? I can. I'm a real good rider. You want to prove it? I'll prove it. Sure I will, if you give me a chance. Then come with me. You'll get your chance. The curtain falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger story. Before the next exciting scenes, please permit us to pause for just a few moments.

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[Texan]

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[Texan]

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[Andrew Rines]

Ask for O'Reilly Variscan today. Oh oh o o're auto parts now to continue our story. It was at noon that Palmer borrowed a horse and rode out of town. He headed west until he was sure he had not been followed. Then he left the trail and rode toward a small woods in the distance. Twenty minutes later, he drew rein in a clearing. Ho ho ho ho. Go Sage Buff.

[Texan]

We was just standing out of sight till we were sure it was you boys, but we figured you ought to be coming along pretty soon.

[Andrew Rines]

Everything's fixed. What time's it to be at? 5. O'clock on the flat south of town. And you can take my word for it, there won't be a man, woman or child in town who can leave Chad's. All right.

[Texan]

What have you got lined up for us?

[Andrew Rines]

The office of the stage line. I understand there's bullion stored there, waiting for a special stage to leave tomorrow. We'll clean up plenty on this. The stage offers, huh?

[Texan]

That's just fine. At 5 o'clock we take over.

[Andrew Rines]

And now then, I'll have to be getting back. Boys, when we leave Big Pine, this will be one town that's stripped clean. In the meantime, at the camp of the Lone Ranger in Tonto, not far distant. Limpy reined in Scout. Oh, scalp Limpy. You weren't just boasting you can ride him? Ride heap good. I should be able to. I've worked around horses all my life. Scout has never permitted anybody to ride him before. Unless Toddler said it was all right. Well, I don't mind admitting he put up the best tussle ever had with a horse, too. And if you'd asked me to ride that white horse of yours there, I ain't so sure about what I'd have had to back out. How does it happen that a man who can ride like you do can't hold a job? Well, you see, friend, it was a horse trampling me that gave me my bad leg. No, my home's over near the Brazos, at least the way it was. Had me a place of my own over there. Raised and sold nothing but horses, then had a lot of tough luck and lost it. I don't like that nickname of yours. Limpy? Yes. What's your real name? Sam Bowers, friend. As for the nickname, well, I don't care so much for it myself, but it don't do no good to get mad about things like that. Well, we'll call you Sam. Thanks. You think you could ride that horse? Say, you sure don't think he's the equal to Scout here, do you? I know he's not. Then you just bet I can ride him. And without half trying neither. Then you will. The sheriff said I. I know what the sheriff said, but that doesn't matter. Sam. You're not only going to ride that horse and win their bet for the townspeople, you're going to help catch some crooks as well. When Palmer had said that every man, woman and child would be on hand for the contest that afternoon, he had not been exaggerating by hinting that Texans were not the equal of other westerners in horsemanship, Palmer had aroused the indignation of every resident of Big Pine and the surrounding countryside. Victory became to them a matter of personal pride. Long before 5 o'clock, they began making their way to the flats. When the contest was to be held. And when the time approached, the place was crowded. Sheriff. Where's the sheriff?

[Texan]

Here I am. What do you want?

[Andrew Rines]

You holding the stakes?

[Texan]

Who I am. Any objection?

[Andrew Rines]

None at all. I just wanted to clearly understood that I expect to be paid off as soon as your man has been thrown.

[Texan]

You will be, mister, if he's thrown. Only don't be too doggone sure about that ahead of time. Maybe you'll get surprised.

[Andrew Rines]

Steadman isn't riding, is he?

[Texan]

No, but we got the next best fellow.

[Andrew Rines]

Where is he? It's almost five now. I want this runoff exactly on time.

[Texan]

He's right over there by your horse. Come along, I'll introduce you to him.

[Andrew Rines]

Lead the way.

[Texan]

It should.

[Andrew Rines]

Yeah.

[Texan]

This year's Palmer. He owns this horse. You're gonna ride Palmer. Meet up with Judd Tebbett.

[Andrew Rines]

Howdy. How do you do? Think you can ride Killer, huh? Suppose we get down to business. You can tell a heap better when I make my try than you can from any talking I could do. Perhaps you're right, but according to my watch, it's just five. Ready, are you? Just as ready as I'll ever be. Let's get at it. I'll hold Killer while you're mounting. That's the only way you'd ever get in the saddle and. Yeah? Well, all I wanted to say is that you're doing this at your own risk. I don't expect to be held responsible of your injuries, mister. Don't you trouble to worry about me. None at all. Just grab that horse. Hold on till I'm in the saddle, then get out of the way. Cause the fur sure be flying.

[Texan]

Stand back, folks. Make room so you won't be hurt. Judge. Ready to ride. Get way back, everybody. That's right. Now stay like that and don't get in the way. All right, Judge, you can get inside on it.

[Andrew Rines]

What's that?

[Texan]

Well, I'll be switched. It's a mask, man.

[Andrew Rines]

A crook. Stand back. Make way for him. He's coming right here. Who's that in the saddle with him?

[Texan]

Why, that hobo. I told him to leave town. Hey, rein up there and elevate your hand. Hobo.

[Andrew Rines]

Hold that ho. He'll do nothing.

[Texan]

I'm the Lord.

[Andrew Rines]

This man's going to ride Palmer's horse. Sam, get out of the saddle?

[Texan]

Yes, sure thing.

[Andrew Rines]

Sheriff, listen to me. This man can ride Palmer's horse. I'll guarantee it. He'll ride the horse and win your wages for you.

[Texan]

Why is thunder. You raise your hands like you was told. Where do you think you get off with any such nonsense?

[Andrew Rines]

I'm not raising my hand. And don't slap brother. One move toward your holster again and I shoot. Is that clear?

[Texan]

You got me covered. But you ain't going to get away with this.

[Andrew Rines]

I think I am. Hold on. Sheriff, I protest this. This fella rides Killer. The bets are off. I said yesterday you were the first one to say the bet stood when Stedman was injured. Palmer, the bet still stand no matter who tries to ride your horse. How about it, Sheriff? Now look here.

[Texan]

The masked man is right that much anyhow. You ain't gonna get out of this, Palmer, no matter who rides your horse. I can't stop this fellow from trying it, so I don't intend to lose out if he can stick in the saddle.

[Andrew Rines]

But no arguments. You ready, Sam? Anytime you say. And hold the horse where I'm Pommers. You do as I say. I'll do it. I still protest this. Hold still, boy. Steady, Fell. Steady. Into the saddle, Sam. I'm set. Let him loose.

[Texan]

Right.

[Andrew Rines]

But while Big Pine was almost deserted, Palmer's two confederates, Buff and Osage, reined up before the office of the stage line, dismounted and walked up the steps to the door.

[Texan]

We'll make this quick.

[Andrew Rines]

Get the bullion, then make tracks. Right.

[Texan]

But don't go for your gun till I do.

[Andrew Rines]

Uh huh. Afternoon, gents.

[Texan]

Afternoon.

[Andrew Rines]

Didn't figure anybody'd be calling here with.

[Texan]

All the doings outside town.

[Andrew Rines]

What can I do for you?

[Texan]

All alone here, are ye?

[Andrew Rines]

Yeah, but.

[Texan]

And stick up your hands.

[Andrew Rines]

Don't get no fool notions or we'll.

[Texan]

Have to drill you. Hey, what the breach? This is a hold up, crook. Right. What we're after is that bullion you got stored here. Don't waste time trying to tell us there ain't none. Cause we know better. It's in that safe right behind you. Now get it out, you blast. And keep your mouth closed. The law will get you for this. You can't rob the stage line and.

[Andrew Rines]

Get away with it. Come on.

[Texan]

Open that safe, quick. All right, all right. And remember, we're watching you every second you make the mistake of find it.

[Andrew Rines]

What was that?

[Texan]

Church. Mister, you get that gold and get it in a hurry. We're clearing out of here. Get him up. Sc. Get him Up.

[Andrew Rines]

While the crowd cheered wildly, Sam Bowers stuck to the saddle of Palmer's horse. But the same shots that Palmer's confederates heard in town could be heard out on the flats. At the sound, the masked man shouted, that's Tuttle. Can you guide the horse, Sam?

[Texan]

I'm his boss and he knows it.

[Andrew Rines]

Then ride for town. Follow me.

[Texan]

Get up that pile.

[Andrew Rines]

Get up. Come on, Silver. Come on.

[Texan]

Hey, come back here.

[Andrew Rines]

Sheriff, they're stealing my horse.

[Texan]

Take after them. Get to your horses, man. Hurry up. Get to your horses. We're bringing them fellas back. All right, we're ready. Power. Come on. They're heading into town.

[Andrew Rines]

With the sheriff and Palmer in the lead. The angry townspeople, thinking they had been tricked, followed in pursuit of the masked man and his companion. They thundered into town and down the main street toward the stage office. But as they kept the masked man in sight, they saw something that surprised them. The Lone Ranger and Sam were joined by an Indian, and the three raced on until they overtook two madly spurring strangers. Then they heard the sound of firing.

[Texan]

Look at that, Sheriff. What the thunder's going on? It's a fight of some kind. They made them other two fellas stop. Come on, now's your chance. We'll catch up to them before they can get started again.

[Andrew Rines]

They don't look to me as though.

[Texan]

They'Re even trying to get away.

[Andrew Rines]

Looks just as though there was Winding Bird holding guns on them first two tents. Besides, what in places is this all about?

[Texan]

We'll durn soon find out. Stay where you are. We got you. You tried to get away and we let you have it.

[Andrew Rines]

We're waiting for you, Sheriff.

[Texan]

Reign up, fellers and keep these homies covered. You're under arrest.

[Andrew Rines]

These are the men you want to arrest, Sheriff. They just held up and robbed the office of the stage company. You'll find the gold bullion they stole in their saddlebags such em. But look here, stranger out of here fired those shots you heard a few minutes back. Those shots were a signal we'd been waiting for. It meant these fellas were carrying out the hold up they had planned. Palmer. One move and I fire.

[Texan]

Hey, what are you picking on him for?

[Andrew Rines]

He's the man who planned the hold up. Are you alone? Out, Coyote. Quiet, Jerry. We knew there'd be a holdup because everywhere Palmer promoted one of these riding contests. There was a hold up in town at the same time. You doubt that? I'll give you the names of half a dozen towns where you can check. And in each one of those towns, Palmer went by a different name. That's not so. Don't believe a word he's saying. Just trying to trick you. Your game's up, Palmer. These fellows don't talk. It won't take the sheriff long to investigate and learn the truth.

[Texan]

Stay right where you are, Palmer. I reckon we can get at the truth right now. You fellas what you're caught dead to rights. Now do you want to tell the truth about this? Or you want me to turn you over to these fellows here to deal with you? Any way they want. We don't want us bring them up lynch and party.

[Andrew Rines]

Just what they got coming.

[Texan]

No, no, you can't have it. They got to give us a trial. It was Pompa Plant, Chevy. We was working with him. Give us a pair of trial and we'll testify to the whole thing. You dirty squealer. Hold on to him, man. I got him.

[Andrew Rines]

He makes a break for it, I'll drill him.

[Texan]

Take him over to the calaboose and lock him up.

[Andrew Rines]

There's something else too, Gerald.

[Texan]

What's that?

[Andrew Rines]

Sam here has told me his story. He hasn't been able to get work because no one would let him prove he could handle a real job. I think after the ride he gave Palmer's horse today, he proved plenty. Besides winning your bets for you.

[Texan]

That was as fine a piece of riding, mister, as I ever seen.

[Andrew Rines]

Do you think maybe somebody'd give me a job, Sheriff? I'd work real hard. You got a job, Sam. With me. You're hired. Right. Now get your horse and saddle and come out to my place. But I ain't got a horse. I had to sell it a while back.

[Texan]

You ain't got a horse? What's the matter with the one you're riding?

[Andrew Rines]

But this belongs to Palmer and where.

[Texan]

He'Ll be from now on. He won't have no more use for a horse than I'd have for a plug hat. Damn. That horse is yours. And I'm apologizing for the things I said to you yesterday in town.

[Andrew Rines]

Gosh.

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