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Andrew Rines
Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host Andrew Rines and I'm excited to bring you another episode. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly. From your enjoyment. You can find more Western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode.
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A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a
The Lone Ranger
hearty hi O Silver. The Lone Ranger.
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The Lone Ranger
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The Lone Ranger
Then you'll hear people say he's feeling his Cheerios.
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With his faithful Indian companion. Tonto, the daring and resourceful mask rider of the plains, led the fight for law and order in the early western United States. Nowhere in the pages of history can one find a greater champion of justice. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver.
The Lone Ranger
The Lone Ranger rides again. Come on, Silver. Let go, big fella. Are you Silver? Hoo.
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Early one morning, Buckeye Norton, the foreman at the Paradise Mine, entered the office of a lawyer named Hasp Soleyn in the town of Gunstock. As Buckeye closed the door, he said,
Hasp Solon
I hear the boss died of pneumonia last night.
The Lone Ranger
He did. Buckeye.
Hasp Solon
Now I'll be the owner of the Paradise Mine.
The Lone Ranger
Pete Marvel thought a lot of you. But he thought more of his own flesh and blood. Huh? You'll get the mine if Pete's nephew Johnny dies before he claims it and takes over.
Hasp Solon
What?
The Lone Ranger
Those are the terms of Pete's will that's on file with the town clerk.
Hasp Solon
I thought all its relatives were dead.
The Lone Ranger
Johnny's the only one alive. Kill him before he gets legal possession of the mine and it's yours.
Hasp Solon
You're talking murder.
The Lone Ranger
It wouldn't be your first.
Hasp Solon
What?
The Lone Ranger
You and a man named Dobie Rapson killed and robbed a rancher in Pecos 21 years ago. How'd you know that? Dobie signed a confession before he died. I have the confession naming you as his partner. What? I've kept quiet about the crime because I knew what Pete Marvel thought of you. I figured someday you'd own the Paradise Mine. So that's it. I'll sell the confession to you for half the mine.
Hasp Solon
I can't kill Johnny Marvel.
The Lone Ranger
I'd be the first one suspected of the murder maker. Me, half owner of the Paradise. And I'll see that Johnny doesn't live long enough to take possession. You've made a bargain, Hasp.
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A couple of weeks later, Buckeye came into the town of Gunstock to buy supplies for the mine. After he bought what was needed, he drove the Buckboard to Hasp Solon's office and hurried inside.
The Lone Ranger
Ash, I came to town an hour ago.
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I've heard from half a dozen people
The Lone Ranger
that Johnny Marvel's doing gun stock sometime this week. No one knows it, but he'll arrive today.
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You told me two days ago you
The Lone Ranger
planned to take care of him before he hit town. I do. Then why spread the news he's coming? The law will think the killer was on the lookout for Johnny, hoping to steal a lot of money.
Hasp Solon
That might fool the law, but it doesn't sound smart to me.
The Lone Ranger
I don't care how it sounds to you. I'm running the risk in this killing. I want to be sure no one suspects the real reason for it. Now hand me my rifle, will you? In the corner near the door. Yeah, sure.
Hasp Solon
This is a mighty odd looking sharps. What's different about it?
The Lone Ranger
It's a left handed rifle.
Hasp Solon
What do you mean, left handed?
The Lone Ranger
The knob that ejects the cartridges is in the left side instead of the right. You left handed? Yes. Where you going with the rifle? Johnny Marvel will ride along the old covered wagon trail toward town sometime this afternoon. You sure? I had a letter from him last week telling me the time he planned to arrive. I'll find a hiding place above the trail and wait for him. Good luck. Don't worry. When I get back to town, he'll be dead.
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The Lone Ranger's Indian friend, Toto had also been in gun stock to buy supplies when he returned to camp in the hills a short distance from the old covered Wagon trail. He had bad news for his masked friend.
The Lone Ranger
Me learn in town. Kimasabe old friend named Pete Marvel dead.
Hasp Solon
Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.
The Lone Ranger
Him die of pneumonia two, three week ago.
Hasp Solon
He was a fine man.
The Lone Ranger
Him Dulot helps build west.
Hasp Solon
Who'll take over the Paradise Mine?
The Lone Ranger
Feller in store say Pete leave mine to nephew Johnny Marvel.
Hasp Solon
I didn't know he had a nephew.
The Lone Ranger
Storekeeper say Johnny 2021. Him come from east this week. Take charge of mine.
Hasp Solon
He has a big job ahead of him.
The Lone Ranger
Plenty big job. Run mine like that?
Hasp Solon
Yes. He'll need cobbler. Help him, buddy.
The Lone Ranger
Rifle fire.
Hasp Solon
Totto.
The Lone Ranger
It sound like shots come from covered wagon trails.
Hasp Solon
We'll find out what they mean. Easy for her.
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The masked man and his Indian friend raced downhill. Before they reached the bottom of the heavily wooded slope, they saw a rider hurrying away.
Hasp Solon
Someone in big hurry.
The Lone Ranger
Get way.
Hasp Solon
He must have seen us coming.
The Lone Ranger
Maybe a powerful fire shots. Look.
Hasp Solon
Down there on the trail.
The Lone Ranger
Ah. Power upground.
Sheriff Lemon
We'll see how badly he's hurt.
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A few minutes later, the Lone Ranger and Toto drew rain beside the still form of Johnny Marvel. As Tato examined his wound, the young Easterner's eyes opened.
The Lone Ranger
Oh, no. Take it easy. An Indian Me try help you.
Hasp Solon
How bad is the wound, Toto?
Narrator
Not bad.
The Lone Ranger
Me think him be all right. Good. You? Your mask.
Hasp Solon
The mask needn't alarm you. We're here as friends.
The Lone Ranger
Friends?
Hasp Solon
Who are you?
The Lone Ranger
If you have my wallet, you know my name.
Sheriff Lemon
Identification papers are in it.
The Lone Ranger
Did we not shoot you? You didn't.
Hasp Solon
If we had, we wouldn't be trying to help you now.
The Lone Ranger
Oh, I didn't think of that when I saw your mask.
Hasp Solon
I understand.
The Lone Ranger
My name's John Marvel.
Hasp Solon
Are you Pete Marvel's nephew?
The Lone Ranger
Yes.
Hasp Solon
I knew your uncle well.
The Lone Ranger
I didn't know he had any outlaw friends.
Hasp Solon
He knew what my mask meant.
The Lone Ranger
No. No offense, mister. I appreciate your effort to help.
Hasp Solon
Were you robbed?
The Lone Ranger
I don't know. I lost consciousness when a bullet knocked me from the saddle. I see my wallet's missing. Take it easy. Take it easy, fellow. Yes, I'd better take it easy. My wallet's in the breast pocket of my coat. Let me see if it's gone.
Hasp Solon
What about a todo?
The Lone Ranger
Here, wallet. Is there any money left in it? Maybe paper money? Here. Well, then he didn't take any.
Hasp Solon
Apparently, he didn't have time.
The Lone Ranger
What do you mean? We scare him off.
Hasp Solon
Oh, while you're bandaging his wound, Toto, I'll look for tracks.
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When the masked man rejoined Toto and The wounded Easterner. Johnny was sitting up, grinning sheepishly.
The Lone Ranger
I owe you an apology. Oh? Tanto told me who you are years ago. My uncle mentioned you in one of his letters. I'd almost forgotten until Tono explained how you met Uncle Pete.
Hasp Solon
He was a good friend of ours.
The Lone Ranger
I. I'm grateful to you for helping me.
Hasp Solon
I'm glad we were near when you needed this Tahoe. If you'll come with me, I'll show you where the ambush awaited for Johnny.
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A few minutes later, the Lone Ranger, Toto and Johnny Marvel rode to the place above the trail where Hasp Solon had waited for his victim. Toto pointed to the ground
The Lone Ranger
track show ambusher lie flat. Him make mark there with toa boot.
Hasp Solon
He aimed his rifle from that position.
The Lone Ranger
Why do you say that?
Hasp Solon
Here's the imprint of his elbow. He used that arm to support his rifle. You'll notice his right arm and elbow supported the weapon. Ah.
The Lone Ranger
And that mean he pulled trigger with left hand. Yes.
Hasp Solon
The man we want is left handed.
The Lone Ranger
It's remarkable that you're able to learn so much from tracks on the ground
Hasp Solon
once you've been trained to observe them. Johnny. Tracts are easier to read than the handwriting on a wall.
The Lone Ranger
Nevertheless, what matter?
Hasp Solon
He's going to fall.
The Lone Ranger
Steady, Johnny, steady. Sorry, I'm weak. Now you lean on me.
Hasp Solon
Stay with him, Karo, while I follow the tracks of the man who fired those shots.
The Lone Ranger
I'll be all right.
Hasp Solon
You better take it easy for a while. I'll see you later.
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Johnny watched the Lone Ranger right away, then turned to Toto.
The Lone Ranger
I'll be able to ride the town if I travel slowly. I'd like to get there before dark. We not reach town before dark. We could try. All right, Johnny.
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We'll continue our Lone Ranger adventure in just a moment.
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The Lone Ranger
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The Lone Ranger
Cause champions are made, not born.
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The Lone Ranger
Get on your way.
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The Lone Ranger
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There's an adage that's ever so true.
The Lone Ranger
For instance, slammin Sammy snead. A golfer as good as they come. Young Sam learned golf the only way.
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The Lone Ranger
short, driving them long. And soon he learned what keeps champs strong. Wheaties with milk. You can't go wrong.
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The Lone Ranger
A wheaties eater 17 years, right? Sammy Sneed is a Wheaties eater from way back.
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The Lone Ranger
There's a whole kernel of wheat in every Wheaties flake.
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The Lone Ranger
Hey, hey, hey. He's on his way, on his way, his way. He's on his way, on his way. Get on your way with Wheaties. Cause champions are made, not born.
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The Lone Ranger
Get on your way.
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The Lone Ranger
Get on your way with Wheaties. Breakfast of champions.
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Null to continue. Dusk was falling when Hasp Solon returned to Gunstock. After he lit a Lamp in his office. He lowered the shades carefully and concealed the rifle. Then he headed for the cafe. As he went through the batwing doors, he saw Buckeye. He hurried toward the big foreman.
The Lone Ranger
Buckeye, what are you doing here? I thought you went back to the mine.
Hasp Solon
I waited in town purposely to see you.
The Lone Ranger
Let's go over to a table. I want to sit down.
Hasp Solon
Suits me.
The Lone Ranger
Bring me the usual, Hank.
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Hasp Solon
You white as a full moon has.
The Lone Ranger
I need something to steady my nerves.
Hasp Solon
It's on the way.
Sheriff Lemon
Here you are, gents.
The Lone Ranger
I need the bottles.
Sheriff Lemon
Thanks. Don't mention it.
Hasp Solon
I don't have to ask. I can tell from the looks of the other chief. Got Johnny Marvel.
The Lone Ranger
Yeah, I got him. But things didn't go as I planned.
Hasp Solon
What do you mean?
The Lone Ranger
I fired twice. The first shot missed and his horse bucked. But the second hit him good. He fell from the saddle. He stretched out on the ground, still as a rock. And just as I was about to go down there to get his money, I saw riders.
Hasp Solon
Riders?
The Lone Ranger
Couple of them coming downhill fast.
Narrator
They must have heard the shots.
The Lone Ranger
For a minute I wondered whether I had time enough to go down, steal his money and clear out. But they kept coming fast. I couldn't risk being seen, so I cleared out.
Sheriff Lemon
Without making sure. Johnny's dead?
The Lone Ranger
I did my best.
Hasp Solon
I hope your best was good enough.
The Lone Ranger
Where are you going?
Hasp Solon
Back to the mine. As soon as his body's brought to
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town, let me know. If he's brought in alive, we'll be in real trouble.
The Lone Ranger
What do you mean?
Hasp Solon
You agreed to kill him.
The Lone Ranger
Keep the bargain. Ask.
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Solon sat alone for some time. Then, deciding that someone would soon notify the sheriff of the shooting, he walked down the street to Sheriff Lemon's office. When he opened the door, he was shocked to see Johnny Marvel talking to the lawman. An Indian was with the young Easterner.
Sheriff Lemon
What is it, Haz?
The Lone Ranger
I didn't mean to intrude, Sheriff.
Sheriff Lemon
Come on in.
The Lone Ranger
Yeah, thanks. Sheriff called you? Has your last name's Sola. And you're my Uncle Pete's attorney. Yes. Meet Johnny Marble. Has.
Sheriff Lemon
That is, if you haven't met him before.
The Lone Ranger
We've never met, but I've had letters from Mr. Solon since my uncle died. I'm glad to meet you, Johnny.
Sheriff Lemon
Johnny is lucky to be here.
The Lone Ranger
Has really.
Sheriff Lemon
He stopped a dry gulch's bullet.
The Lone Ranger
If Tondo and his friend hadn't helped me, I might have died from loss of blood. Before I could reach town, they would
Sheriff Lemon
just give me a report of the shooting.
The Lone Ranger
We still. We Think left handed man shoot. Johnny, how could you tell that? Well, there are plenty signs. Very easy to see. Mark on the ground showed that the man who shot me was lying flat on the ground when he pulled the trigger. He rested his rifle on his right arm and elbow.
Sheriff Lemon
Say, come to think of it has you're left handed.
The Lone Ranger
Yes.
Sheriff Lemon
What's more, you own the special left handed sharps ejector knobs on the left side instead of the right.
The Lone Ranger
If you're suggesting that I shot Johnny,
Sheriff Lemon
Sheriff, I'm not suggesting anything.
The Lone Ranger
The fact that I'm left handed may be suspicious, but there are a lot of left handed men in the world. Maybe. Mr. Solent, I've just thought of something else. You were the only one who knew when I planned to arrive in everyone
Sheriff Lemon
in town get here sometime this week, Johnny.
The Lone Ranger
But I wrote to Mr. Solon telling him I'd arrived today. And he knew you'd be on the
Sheriff Lemon
covered wagon trail this afternoon.
The Lone Ranger
Of course he did. In my letter I told him I planned to buy a horse and saddle when I got off the train in Molin City, 20 miles from. Stand still, Sheriff.
Sheriff Lemon
John, what's the idea has.
The Lone Ranger
Keep your hands high, all of you. We better do what I'm saying. You have good sense, redskin.
Sheriff Lemon
Drawing that gun is an admission of guilty.
The Lone Ranger
That's the least of my worries right now. So you were the one who shot me. I meant to kill you. Why? That's my business, you low coat idiot.
Sheriff Lemon
You can't get away with holding us here. If you fire three shots, the whole town will come on the run to investigate.
The Lone Ranger
I know that.
Sheriff Lemon
Put down the gun.
The Lone Ranger
Not on your life. Sheriff. We're leaving here. To go where? Across the street to my office, where we'll not be interrupted first. Johnny, disarm the sheriff and your Indian friend. Now wait a minute. Follow orders and don't try a fast move. All right.
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When the three prisoners were disarmed, Hasp
The Lone Ranger
said, now lead the way out the door and across the street to my office. Johnny, the Indian will be behind you and the sheriff will walk in front of me. My gun will be at his back every step of the way. If either of you try to get away or call for help while we're in the open, I'll blow a hole through the sheriff's back. You dirty scurry. Remember, his life is in your hands. Now start moving.
Narrator
Concealing his gun as carefully as possible, Asp followed the prisoners across the deserted street. He watched the three men so closely that he didn't notice a moving Shadow revealed for a moment in his lighted office. But Toddo saw it and hoped that the drawn shades on the office windows concealed his masked friend.
The Lone Ranger
Keep moving, Sheriff. We're almost to the door.
Sheriff Lemon
If I get out of this alive, I'll see that you spray the rest of your life behind bars.
The Lone Ranger
Is the door locked? Yes. Am I supposed to walk through it? I'll toss the key to the step, pick it up and unlock the door. But don't try a fast move. I could think of a fast move that wouldn't endanger the sheriff's life. I tried. Step inside. You follow him, Indian. Then you, Sheriff.
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Totto was close on Johnny's heels as the young Easterner entered the office. Out of the corner of his eye, the Indian saw the masked man standing against the wall behind the door. Seeing Tonto's upraised hands, the Lone Ranger understood the situation. He drew his gun.
The Lone Ranger
Go on, Sheriff, inside. I'll close the door.
Sheriff Lemon
All right, all right.
The Lone Ranger
Keep your hands high up the gun.
Narrator
As the Lone Ranger spoke, he brought the barrel of his Colt down hard against Hasp's thin wrist. The lawyer's gun flew from his hand and he screamed in pain.
The Lone Ranger
I risked. You broke my wrist.
Narrator
Totto stooped quickly to retrieve the gun the lawyer had dropped.
Hasp Solon
Good work, Toto.
The Lone Ranger
Mister, you saved our lives.
Sheriff Lemon
Hey, what's going on here? Who's the masjid?
The Lone Ranger
Him friend, Sheriff.
Sheriff Lemon
Yes, he proved he's a friend by disarming that tattleface lawyer.
The Lone Ranger
But that mask, Sheriff, he's the Lone Ranger.
Narrator
The Lone Ranger?
The Lone Ranger
Yes. He and Tondo found me on the trail after Hasp shot me.
Sheriff Lemon
Well, mister, I'm downright glad to meet you. Especially here now. But I don't savvy how you happen to be in this office.
Hasp Solon
I forced the lock on the back door to get in.
Sheriff Lemon
Illegal entry dog.
Hasp Solon
On it I found this rifle.
Sheriff Lemon
Solon's left handed Sharp's rifle.
Hasp Solon
I was going to your office to tell you what I learned when I heard you coming this way. You know the rest.
Sheriff Lemon
Well, Hasp, the tables are turned now.
The Lone Ranger
You have no right to break into my office.
Sheriff Lemon
You're in no place to make any complaints. You're under arrest, you dirty, dry gulching crook.
The Lone Ranger
Now wait a minute, Sheriff.
Sheriff Lemon
Jail's right across the street. Start walking.
The Lone Ranger
No, no, let me talk.
Sheriff Lemon
You've got nothing to talk about.
The Lone Ranger
This wasn't my idea, Sheriff. No. Buckeye planted. He wanted me to kill Johnny.
Sheriff Lemon
The foreman at the Paradise Mine?
The Lone Ranger
Yes. But I don't even know him. According to the terms of Your uncle's will. Buckeye will inherit the mine if you die before taking legal possession of the property and without leaving any heirs. Buckeye offered me half of the mine. If I. I killed Johnny.
Sheriff Lemon
It'll be your word against Buckeye.
The Lone Ranger
He's a criminal, Sheriff, a killer.
Sheriff Lemon
You were the one who tried to do the killing.
The Lone Ranger
The proof of his killing is in my safe. Open it and see for yourself. All right.
Sheriff Lemon
Call off the combination. The masked man will open the safe.
The Lone Ranger
Yeah. Three times to the right to six to the left, 12. Head around once to 21.
Narrator
A short time later, the Lone Ranger found the paper Hasp described. He glanced at it quickly, then handed
Hasp Solon
it to the sheriff.
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The lawman read it rapidly.
Sheriff Lemon
This'll hang Buckeye.
The Lone Ranger
I told you he was a killer.
Sheriff Lemon
Thanks for the information. After you are behind bars. We'll get him.
Narrator
Shortly after daybreak. The next morning, Hasp Solon stared sleeplessly from the barred window of a jail cell while Buckeye paced the floor of the cell next to him. You dirty double cross and weasel face half pint.
Hasp Solon
If I could get my hands on you.
The Lone Ranger
Quiet down, Buckeye.
Hasp Solon
If there was some way to get
The Lone Ranger
through these bars into that cell, I'd
Narrator
break every bone in your body.
The Lone Ranger
I wasn't going to take all the blades. You should take all the blame, killer.
Sheriff Lemon
Johnny was your idea.
The Lone Ranger
You're as guilty as I am.
Hasp Solon
Only because I had to go along with you.
The Lone Ranger
I agreed to pay you half of the mine to buy that confession. Oh, shut up.
Hasp Solon
Instead of buying a confession, I bought a trip to the gallows.
The Lone Ranger
Don't blame me.
Hasp Solon
I'll blame you as long as I live.
The Lone Ranger
You'll not live long. Thanks to the Lone Ranger, I'll kill the boy.
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Hasp Solon
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The Lone Ranger
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The Lone Ranger
Sam.
Old Time Radio Westerns with Andrew Rhynes
Released: June 10, 2026 | Originally aired: October 23, 1953
In this episode of Old Time Radio Westerns, host Andrew Rhynes delivers a digitally restored edition of the classic Lone Ranger tale, “Left-Handed Killer.” The story showcases the Lone Ranger and his trusted companion Tonto as they unravel a murderous plot rooted in greed, inheritance, and long-buried secrets surrounding the Paradise Mine. The episode exemplifies vintage Western storytelling, with suspenseful gunplay, clever detective work, and the iconic heroics of the masked rider.
Ambush on the Trail (08:46 – 12:10):
Hasp lies in wait and shoots Johnny, but is startled away by approaching riders—The Lone Ranger and Tonto.
The duo find a wounded but alive Johnny and tend to his injuries. Johnny initially mistakes the masked stranger for an outlaw, but quickly realizes they're friends:
“The mask needn’t alarm you. We’re here as friends.” (10:41, Lone Ranger)
They discover Johnny’s wallet was taken but not looted, indicating robbery wasn’t the real motive.
Detective Work at the Ambush Site (12:43 – 13:20):
Hasp’s Nerves and the Aftermath (17:31 – 19:11):
Mounting Suspicion (19:35 – 21:06):
Johnny, with Tonto’s support, relays their discoveries to Sheriff Lemon, highlighting the left-handed track at the ambush site.
suspicion quickly shifts to Hasp Solon, the only left-handed, specialized firearm owner with knowledge of Johnny's travel plans.
Quote:
“Say, come to think of it Hasp, you’re left handed. And you own that special left-handed Sharps with the ejector knobs on the left side…”
(20:28, Sheriff Lemon)
Hasp panics, brandishes a gun and forces Johnny, Sheriff, and Tonto across the street to his office, threatening the sheriff’s life if anyone resists:
“If either of you try to get away or call for help while we’re in the open, I’ll blow a hole through the sheriff’s back.”
(22:23, Hasp Solon)
The group is led into the office under duress, but the Lone Ranger has snuck in and, in a quick move, disables Hasp:
“He brought the barrel of his Colt down hard against Hasp’s thin wrist. The lawyer’s gun flew from his hand and he screamed in pain.”
(23:41, Narrator)
Evidence and Confession (24:24 – 25:53):
The Lone Ranger reveals he found the incriminating rifle and, with Hasp’s coerced safe combination, retrieves Dobie Rapson's confession:
“The proof of his killing is in my safe. Open it and see for yourself.” (25:24, Hasp Solon)
The sheriff reads it and declares:
“This’ll hang Buckeye.” (25:55, Sheriff Lemon)
The Villains in Jail (26:10 – 26:51):
Lone Ranger’s Deduction:
“Tracts are easier to read than the handwriting on a wall.” (13:25, Lone Ranger)
Tonto’s Loyalty:
“We not reach town before dark. We could try.” (13:56, Tonto)
Sheriff’s Dry Humor:
“You’re in no place to make any complaints. You’re under arrest, you dirty, dry gulchin’ crook.” (24:41, Sheriff Lemon)
| Segment | Timestamp | |----------------------------------------|------------| | Paradise Mine Plotting | 05:38–08:46| | Ambush & Rescue | 08:46–12:10| | Deduction at the Ambush Site | 12:43–13:20| | Hasp’s Return & Saloon Meeting | 17:31–19:11| | Suspicion Shifts to Hasp | 19:35–21:06| | Hostage Standoff in Gunstock | 21:10–23:41| | Lone Ranger Springs the Trap | 23:41–24:02| | Evidence Recovered & Confession | 24:24–25:53| | Villains Confront Each Other in Jail | 26:10–26:51|
The restored broadcast carries the classic Lone Ranger style:
“Left-Handed Killer” captures the suspense, moral clarity, and atmosphere that made The Lone Ranger legendary. Deft reasoning, sharp dialogue, a suspenseful shootout, and ultimate justice make this a must-listen for fans of Western adventure and whodunit intrigue. The digitally restored episode shines a new light on this beloved tale, preserving its excitement for contemporary listeners.