Marked Money | The Lone Ranger (09-19-52)

Summary

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Podcast Summary: Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Marked Money | The Lone Ranger (09-19-52)
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Date: November 24, 2025

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Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns features the digitally restored classic radio drama "Marked Money," starring the legendary masked hero, the Lone Ranger. The tale spins a suspenseful yarn of a payroll heist, “marked” bills, a tense undercover operation, and a climactic showdown with a notorious outlaw gang. Rich in classic Western atmosphere and galloping action, the episode highlights the Lone Ranger’s cleverness and unwavering commitment to justice.

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Main Discussion & Key Story Beats

1. The Vault Accident and Marked Money ([06:14])

• Set-up: Acid accidentally spills in the Sundance Mine’s vault, damaging $25,000 in payroll cash, causing the green ink on the bills to fade and "marking" the money.
• Inciting Incident: The Cutaway Curtis gang, hearing about the payday and minimal security, plot to steal the payroll ([07:23]).
• Notable Quote:
  • "The fumes of the acid Hank dropped bleached every one of those bills. They'll be as easy to identify as Mark's money." — Mine owner to Sheriff ([08:47])

2. The Heist and Public Panic ([08:27])

• Theft: The Curtis gang executes their plan, overpowering the guard and the bookkeeper; the marked money is stolen without a trace left behind.
• Reaction: Sheriff Winters quickly organizes a vigilance committee, but trails run cold.
• Hope for Help: The mine owner urges the sheriff to seek the Lone Ranger’s aid; newspapers are called upon to spread the plea for help ([09:00–09:40]).

3. The Lone Ranger Investigates Undercover ([10:00])

• The Lone Ranger's Entrance: Tonto brings the news story to the masked man. The Lone Ranger determines to disguise himself as “Scar,” a gunslinger on the run ([10:12–10:53]).
• Key Quote:
  • "I'll take off my mask and wear a disguise… a gunslinger looking for work." — Lone Ranger to Tonto ([10:34])

4. Showdown at the Café ([12:09])

• Conflict: In his “Scar” disguise, the Lone Ranger stands up to Beaver, who’s harassing singer Sue Garnett; a fast-draw contest shows off “Scar’s” skill ([12:10–13:14]).
• Notable Moment:
  • "My bullet hit your gun, not your hand." — Scar (Lone Ranger) after outdrawing Beaver ([12:52])

5. The Outlaws’ Paranoia and Deadly Plot ([14:15])

• Outlaw Dynamics: Cutaway Curtis lashes out at his gang for exposing his criminal activities. Paranoia leads him to order Beaver to assassinate “Scar” outside of town, providing a false alibi ([15:09–15:46]).
• Warning: Sue Garnett, overhearing the plot, risks her own safety to warn “Scar,” who thanks her and promises, “I'll not forget that you saved my life.” ([16:19–16:59])

6. The Faked Shooting and Conning the Outlaws ([22:01])

• Turning the Tables: The Lone Ranger lures Beaver and Rusk out of town; fakes Tonto’s shooting for their benefit, cementing “Scar’s” outlaw reputation ([23:35–25:02]).
• Key Quote:
  • "I want the first shot at that Indian. And one shot will be all I need." — Scar (Lone Ranger) to Beaver and Rusk ([24:13])

7. Cutaway’s Bribe and the Marked Money ([25:24])

• Double Deal: Impressed by “Scar’s” apparent ruthlessness, Curtis offers him $25,000 (the stolen payroll) to bring in the Lone Ranger ([26:27–27:04]).
• Recognition: The Lone Ranger spots the faded bills, affirming Curtis’ guilt ([27:04]).
• Memorable Exchange:
  • "I'll show it to you, Scar. But you’ll not collect until you deliver the Lone Ranger to this office. Savvy?" — Cutaway Curtis ([26:41])
  • "There’s $25,000 here… It’s yours when you turn that masked man over to me." — Curtis ([26:59])

8. The Trap and Final Showdown ([28:23–32:27])

• Sheriff Alliance: The Lone Ranger reveals his true identity to Sheriff Winters, details his plan to catch the entire gang, and verifies the existence of the marked money ([28:52–29:53]).
• The Bust: That night, “Scar” (revealed as the Lone Ranger) bursts into Cutaway’s office, holding the entire gang at gunpoint as the sheriff and deputies storm in ([30:57–31:14]).
• Justice Served: During the shootout, Cutaway tries to resist but is wounded. The marked cash is recovered; the gang is arrested ([31:59–32:27]).
• Iconic Moment:
  • "You wanted a souvenir, Cutaway. A silver bullet. Here’s one… I’ll leave it with you as a memento." — Lone Ranger ([32:50])

9. Epilogue ([33:00])

• Departure: The Lone Ranger and Tonto depart as gratitude rings out from the townsfolk and sheriff.

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Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

• Marked Bills and Plan to Seek Help:
  • "The fumes of the acid Hank dropped bleached every one of those bills. They'll be as easy to identify as Mark's money." — Mine owner ([08:47])
• Lone Ranger Prepares Disguise:
  • "I'll take off my mask and wear a disguise… a gunslinger looking for work." — Lone Ranger to Tonto ([10:34])
• Scar’s (Lone Ranger's) Intervention at the Café:
  • "My bullet hit your gun, not your hand." — Scar ([12:52])
• Curtis's Cunning:
  • "I'll show it to you, Scar. But you'll not collect until you deliver the Lone Ranger to this office. Savvy?" — Cutaway Curtis ([26:41])
• Sheriff’s Gratitude:
  • "Well, that kinda plan would be worth listening to, mister. What is it?" — Sheriff Winters ([29:49])
• Classic Lone Ranger Exit:
  • "You wanted a souvenir, Cutaway. A silver bullet. Here's one… I’ll leave it with you as a memento." ([32:50])

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Important Scene Timestamps

• Vault Incident Explained: [06:14]
• Heist and Public Outcry: [07:23–08:47]
• Sheriff’s Decision to Call the Lone Ranger: [08:47–09:40]
• Lone Ranger’s Disguise and Tonto’s Help: [10:34–10:53]
• The Café Showdown: [12:05–13:14]
• Sue Warns Scar: [16:19–16:59]
• Fake Shooting of Tonto: [24:13–25:02]
• Curtis Offers Bribe, Revealing Marked Bills: [26:27–27:04]
• Joining Forces with the Sheriff: [28:23–29:53]
• The Ambush and Final Arrest: [30:57–32:27]
• Lone Ranger Gives Silver Bullet Souvenir: [32:50]

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Closing Thoughts

“Marked Money” is a textbook Lone Ranger adventure, packed with clever subterfuge, pulse-quickening showdowns, and a deep reverence for justice and friendship. The restoration breathes new life into the classic drama, letting modern listeners savor every thundering hoofbeat, saloon door creak, and iconic “Hi-yo Silver—Away!”

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

[Lone Ranger]

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[Narrator]

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 hoof beats of the great horse Silver.

[Lone Ranger]

The Lone Ranger rides again. Oh, Silver.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Let's go, big fellow.

[Lone Ranger]

Hey, Silver. Away.

[Narrator]

The acid used at Sundance Mine was shipped from the east in huge bottles known as carboys. Each carboy weighed about 100 pounds. And when the shipment reached the mine, the carboys were stored in the office vault. One day, Hank Bibbs, the mine foreman, entered the vault. He picked up one of the carboys, but the bottle slipped from his hand. Hank rushed from the vault, slamming the door on the choking fumes. Fortunately, his heavy boots protected his feet and legs from the corrosive liquid. He was able to remove them before the acid reached his skin. But because of the poisonous fumes, it was days before anyone could enter the vault. During that time, the fumes acted on paper money kept in the vault, causing the green ink to fade to a lighter shade. Four days after Hank's accident at Sundance Mine, Cutaway Curtis summoned two friends to the back room of his cafe in Martin City. One of the hard faced men was known as Rusk. The other was a heavily built gunslinger named Beaver.

[Lone Ranger]

What's on your mind, Cutaway? How come you sent for Beaver and me? Have a job for us.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

A big job, boys.

[Lone Ranger]

What is it? The first of the month's payday at Sundance Mine? Yeah, there's a $25,000 payroll in the office vault and only one guard on.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Duty to watch it.

[Lone Ranger]

What about the combination of the ra?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

The bookkeeper knows the combination.

[Lone Ranger]

He'll be in the office tonight doing a lot of paperwork. All you boys have to do to get the cash is go There, overpower the guard, force the bookkeeper to open the vault and walk out with $25,000. Well, it's a. It's a good idea. Cutaway, but a.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

But what?

[Lone Ranger]

Well, I heard Sheriff Winters say he'll organize a vigilance committee if there's any more crime committed in these parts. I'll handle Sheriff Winters. All you have to think about is a Sundance payroll. I want that cash.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Savvy?

[Lone Ranger]

Yeah, I savvy. Cut away. Come on, Rusk. We'll make our plans.

[Narrator]

The payroll was stolen by the Cutaway Curtis Gang and news of the robbery spread through town like wildfire. Sheriff Winters organized a vigilance committee. But in spite of their best efforts, it was impossible to pick up the trail of the thieves. When the lawman returned to his office the evening following the hold up, he found the owner of the Sundance mine waiting for him.

[Lone Ranger]

Hello, Sheriff.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

What is.

[Lone Ranger]

Sammy, you didn't get those two crooks, huh? We couldn't even find their trail. Then our only hope of capturing those thieves is to watch for the stolen money. The fumes of the acid Hank drop bleached every one of those bills. They'll be as easy to identify as Mark's money. But the polecats who stole it might hold on to that cash for years. In that case, Sheriff, we've no hope of catching them. You know, we might get them with some outside help. Huh? What kind of help? I'm thinking of a gent who's outsmarted all kinds of corruption. Who do you mean? The Lone Ranger. What? I'll wire every newspaper in the Southwest and ask him to carry our story. If the Lone Ranger is in these parts, sooner or later he'll read that we're in trouble.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger was closer than Sheriff Winters or Sam Collins realized. Early the next morning, the masked man and his Indian companion made camp in the hills above Mountain City. Tuttle went to town for supplies, and when he returned, he also brought a newspaper with a surprising front page headline.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, fella.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Easy scout. Easy fella.

[Lone Ranger]

Here, newspaper. Kimasabi. It says, Sheriff want help. A lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

When his masked friend had read the.

[Lone Ranger]

Story, Toto said, me here in town, crooks steal $25,000 from Sundance Mine.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

This newspaper quotes the sheriff as saying that he thinks a gang of outlaws are operating in Mountain City. If an unknown gang is in town, we may be able to learn more about them by going there.

[Lone Ranger]

You want me go to town? Can I get news?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

No, Toto. I'll go to Mountain City myself. I'll take off my mask and wear a disguise.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh? What kind?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Disguise. A gunslinger looking for work. Any kind of work. Give me a hand, Toto. I'll need your help.

[Narrator]

Half an hour later, the Lone Ranger put down the hand mirror he had used and turned to Toto.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Well, Toto?

[Lone Ranger]

Scar, cross face. Plenty good id. You change shape and nose, mouth. And there are only one thing, Kimasabe.

[Narrator]

Well, what's that?

[Lone Ranger]

Guns, gun belt. Silver bullets make it easy, show you Lone Ranger.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Yes, you're right, Tano. I have other guns and a gun belt in my saddlebag I'll use.

[Narrator]

Late that afternoon, Beaver and Rusk were sitting at a table in Cutaway Curtis's Cafe, having successfully stolen $25,000 that couldn't be spent and put an edge on the temper of the two thieves. Instead of receiving a payoff for their work, Cutaway had cursed them both for their stupidity. And neither Rusk nor Beaver had the courage to remind him that the robbery had been his idea. Chafing with resentment and helpless frustration, they'd been brooding over the unexpected result of the holdup. While Rusk played a silent game of solitaire, Beaver tried to forget his disappointment by making friends with Sue Garnett, a singer Cutaway had hired.

[Lone Ranger]

Come on, Susie, Sit down at our chair. Sorry. I said sit down.

[Sue Garnett]

You go, Mom.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

You'd better do the lady says.

[Lone Ranger]

Hey, what now?

[Narrator]

Beaver whirled to face the newcomer. He didn't know that the stranger was the disguised Lone Ranger. But he did know that the intrusion was an excuse to fight.

[Lone Ranger]

This is none of your business, stranger. Clear out of here.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll stay. But that may be good advice for you, miss.

[Sue Garnett]

Thanks, mister. I was about to leave when Beaver stopped.

[Lone Ranger]

You stay here, Sue. And as for this stranger.

[Sue Garnett]

Look out, stranger. Beaver's going for his gun.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's a mistake. Hey, what about you? Are you backing your friend's play?

[Lone Ranger]

No, no, no. Not me, mister. That was fast shooting. Bieber's gun was out of leather when you drew my hand.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Is my bullet hit your gun, not your hand?

[Lone Ranger]

I'll get you for that mess or I'll kill you. Shut up, Beaver. You asked for trouble and you got it. Hey, watch the gunplay. Who started the shooting? No, no, no. There's no fight, Chance. Just a friendly argument. It's all settled now. Go on back to your tables and forget about it.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Friendly argument, huh?

[Lone Ranger]

Looks like the stranger settled. Yeah. Bieber's gun's out of commission.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Who are you? Call me Scarlet Scar White. So the Anvils haven't caught up with me. Huh?

[Lone Ranger]

You.

[Sue Garnett]

You're an outlaw.

[Lone Ranger]

I figured you were on the dodge. One of he is. Bieber.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Sue.

[Lone Ranger]

You said you were going home.

[Sue Garnett]

Yes, I. I am. Goodbye, Scar. Thanks for helping me.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'm glad I was able to help.

[Lone Ranger]

You're fast with your guns. And you're on the Dodge. That's a good combination. Scarlet Cutaway will want to know about you.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Why? To turn me over to the law.

[Lone Ranger]

Don't worry, Scar. We couldn't turn you in till we find out why and where you want it.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Who's Cutaway?

[Lone Ranger]

Well, he owns this place. He might have a job for you.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'm looking for work, but I don't want work in the cafe, so.

[Lone Ranger]

Hold on, hold on. I wouldn't have mentioned it if I didn't think Cutaway could use you. Come on, I'll take you to his office.

[Narrator]

Cutaway Curtis was not in his office. He didn't return until evening. And when he entered the back door, he found Rusk and Beaver waiting for him. Rusk told the cafe owner about the stranger he knew as Scar. He was surprised when Cutaway eyed him coldly.

[Lone Ranger]

He told you he was on the.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Dodge and you told him I'd be.

[Lone Ranger]

Able to use it. He's fast with his guns. Cutaway. I wish your brains were fast. Now he knows I hire outlaws.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's right.

[Lone Ranger]

Listen, you jughead. I spend the afternoon with the sheriff. He and the Vigilance Committee are working day and night to try to uncover an unknown gang. If the word gets around town that.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I've hired a wanted man, they'll all.

[Lone Ranger]

Know who's ahead of the gang. Yeah, I should have killed that ugly face galoot. Oh, that's right, Beaver. That's right. Kill on my cafe so you can be tried for murder. A Vola loco, trigger happy. Where's Scar now? He said he'd be at the hotel if I wanted to see him.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's the first good news I've heard.

[Lone Ranger]

Send word to him that you want to see him. Tell him you'll meet him. Yeah. When you see him, tell him you're riding out of town on a job for me. Beaver, you follow Rusk and his friend Sky. Why should I follow him? You wanted to kill Scar, didn't you? As soon as he and Rusk are a safe distance from town, let him have it. In the back if you have to, but get him.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Savvy?

[Lone Ranger]

I savvy Cutaway, it'll be a pleasure to gun him. But, boss, the fellas who were in the cafe saw Beaver pull A gun on Scar. If Scar's found dead, Beaver will be the first one suspected of killing him. Hey, I hadn't thought of that.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Don't worry, Beaver.

[Lone Ranger]

If the law comes around asking questions, I'll swear that you were in this office with me at the time of the killing. I'll see that you have an alibi. In that case, I'll be sure to take.

[Narrator]

Sue Garnett left the cafe ahead of Beaver and Rusk. She hurried through the dark streets toward the hotel. When she saw the man she knew, a scar, coming from the lighted building she called Scar.

[Lone Ranger]

Scar.

[Sue Garnett]

Oh, I'm so glad I found you. I've got to talk to you.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

What's wrong, miss?

[Sue Garnett]

They're going to kill you.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Who's going to kill me?

[Sue Garnett]

Cutaway Curtis. I went back to the cafe this evening. I sing there every night. But after what happened this afternoon, I decided to quit. I went to Mr. Curtis's office, and I was about to knock on the door to tell him I was leaving when I overheard him talking to Beaver and Rusk. They mentioned your name, and I listened.

[Narrator]

As briefly as possible. The frightened girl told the disguised Lone Ranger what she had overheard. He listened quietly.

[Sue Garnett]

I would have gone to the sheriff, but I thought you were an outlaw, so I came here to warn you instead.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I appreciate the warning.

[Sue Garnett]

You better leave town.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll leave temporarily, but I'll be back. Goodbye, Ms. Sue, and thanks for the warning. I'll not forget that you saved my life.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger went directly to the stable behind the hotel. He mounted the great horse Silver and left town.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

You said a big fellow.

[Lone Ranger]

Once out of there.

[Narrator]

When he was sure he had not been followed, he joined Tonto in their camp.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Oh, easy, said the big fellow.

[Lone Ranger]

What you learn about crooks, Kimasabe?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

A great deal, Tonto. I think Cutaway Curtis is the man we want, but I have no evidence to back my suspicions.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, you get him.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I have a plan, but I'll need your help.

[Narrator]

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

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[Lone Ranger]

Sam.

[Narrator]

Now to continue. Early the next morning, the Lone Ranger was back in Mountain City. He took up a position near Cutaway Curtis's Cafe and when he saw rusk and Beaver approaching. He walked toward them. The two thieves stopped at once when he called.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Rusk. Beaver.

[Lone Ranger]

We were looking for you last night. Where were you?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I was in the hills north of town. I think I found the tracks I've been looking for. Do you two want to come with me on a job?

[Lone Ranger]

Where you going?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll be heading out of town.

[Lone Ranger]

Out of town, huh? I sure will go with you. Come on, Rusk. We'll get our horses.

[Narrator]

Beaver and Rusk joined the still disguised Lone Ranger and headed north. They left town. As they approached the bridge that spanned Big Bend River, Beaver tried to drop behind. He was maneuvering into position to shoot the Lone Ranger in the back.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

What's the idea, Beaver? Huh? You're dropping behind. Well, I. I don't turn my back on strangers right ahead of me. Now hold on.

[Lone Ranger]

You better do as he says, Beaver. He's faster on the draw than you are. You said you were looking for tracks in the hills. Who you trying to find?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Scar, did you ever hear of the Lone Ranger in Tado?

[Lone Ranger]

Sure, we've heard of him. So is Sheriff Leonard. Hey, Beaver. Yeah? The sheriff would like to find that masked man.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I know where to find him.

[Lone Ranger]

You mean he's in these spots?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

He's a lot closer than you or the sheriff suspect. But he'll not be around here long. First I'll deal with his friend Tonto.

[Lone Ranger]

What have you got against him?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

What would you do if those two were on your trail?

[Lone Ranger]

You mean they're looking for you?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Oh, it's Hosier. Hoagies.

[Lone Ranger]

Hey, what's the idea of drawing your gun, Scar?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Drop yours. I said drop them.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. It's covered, Rusk. I know better than try drawing against you.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Scar.

[Lone Ranger]

We dropped our guns. Now what's the matter?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Dismount.

[Lone Ranger]

Easy, boy. Steady, boy. Now listen, Scar.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll pick up your guns and keep them for the time being.

[Lone Ranger]

But what's the idea?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Look at the hills on the other side of the river.

[Lone Ranger]

There's a rider coming down the trail.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That rider's an Indian.

[Lone Ranger]

You're right, it is a redskin.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Do you recognize him?

[Lone Ranger]

I never saw him before.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

His name is Totto.

[Lone Ranger]

Tot.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I took your gun because I didn't want you to shoot him. I want the first shot at that Indian. And one shot will be all I need.

[Lone Ranger]

You're gonna kill him.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Stay back in these trees till he hits the bridge.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, it's risky to start gunplay here. Not far from town. If anyone hears a shot, that Indian's.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Probably on his way to town. To see the sheriff. I'm going to stop him before he gets there.

[Narrator]

With his guns drawn, the Lone Ranger watched while Tonto approached the wooden bridge. Neither Beaver nor Rusk knew that the Indian had been in the hills watching through binoculars for the approach of the disguised Lone Ranger and his two companions. As soon as he saw his friend, he had mounted and ridden toward the river. As Scout's hoofs struck the bridge, the Lone Ranger fired. Tato clutched his chest and reeled from the saddle. He fell over the side of the bridge to the river below.

[Lone Ranger]

You got him. Kill the Lone Ranger's partner. Well, wait till Cutaway hears this. I told you his car was all right, Beaver.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Yeah.

[Lone Ranger]

Let's get out of here before that shot brings someone.

[Narrator]

A short time later, Rusk, Beaver and the man they called Scar drew rein behind Cutaway's cafe. The two thieves didn't know that the Lone Ranger's bullet had not touched Toto. They believed that the Indian was dead, and they insisted that Scar accompany them while they reported to the boss. The three men entered the back door to Cutaway's office. The outlaw leader listened to their story. Then he turned to the disguised Lone Ranger.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, Scar, maybe I figured you wrong.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's a mistake a lot of men have made. Curtis.

[Lone Ranger]

I didn't know that masked man was around here. He's captured a lot of crooks. Cut away. He's dangerous if he comes here.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I know all that, Rusk.

[Lone Ranger]

You claim to know where to find that masked man, huh? Scott?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I know where he is. I'll pay a reward for him. I have my own plan.

[Lone Ranger]

Or maybe you'll change him for a price.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

What do you have against the Lone Ranger?

[Lone Ranger]

I want to see his face and question him before he's killed. I'll take his silver bullets and keep his guns as a souvenir.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

How much is he worth to you?

[Lone Ranger]

You name a price.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

$25,000. Bring him here alive, and it's a deal. You might be planning to pay me off in lead. I made a deal.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll keep it.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Let's see the money.

[Lone Ranger]

All right.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll show it to you, Scar. But you'll not collect until you deliver the Lone Ranger to this office. Savvy? I understand.

[Lone Ranger]

There's the money, scar.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

There's $25,000 here.

[Lone Ranger]

It's yours when you turn that mask man over to me and my boys.

[Narrator]

The disguised Lone Ranger leaned against the wall as he eyed the currency in Cutaway's hand. A quick glance showed that the bills were bleached and faded, he recognized the Sundance payroll. Cutaway returned the money to the safe and closed the door.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Now you've seen the cash.

[Lone Ranger]

When will you bring the Lone Ranger here? I want all my boys on hand to meet that masked man. Tell me when to expect you and I'll see if they're all in my office.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll bring him here tonight. Good. See that the money's ready, Curtis. It'll be on this table waiting for you.

[Narrator]

Disguised as Scar, the Lone Ranger left Mountain City. He joined Toto and told what had happened after the fake shooting.

[Lone Ranger]

Now, Cutaway think you real outlaw.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Yes, Toto. He's offered $25,000 about bringing the Lone Ranger now that you're supposedly dead.

[Lone Ranger]

And what you do?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll keep my promise.

[Lone Ranger]

What promise?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

The Lone Ranger will be in Cutaway's office tonight. As soon as it's dark, we're going to town. Before I go to the cafe, I'll call on Sheriff Winters.

[Narrator]

It was nearly midnight when the Lone Ranger, wearing his mask and riding clothes drew rein in the rear of Sheriff Winter's home. Toto was with him. And as the masked man dismounted, the Indian said, me stay with horses.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Kimasabi. Good idea, Toto. There's a light in the kitchen. Sheriff Winters must be home.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. Who's that?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

A friend there.

[Lone Ranger]

What is it?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'll step inside if I may, Sheriff.

[Lone Ranger]

You'Re a master.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

You wanted to see the Lone Ranger.

[Lone Ranger]

That's right. But you mean you were the Lone Ranger?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Perhaps a silver bullet will serve to identify me here. Sheriff, she.

[Lone Ranger]

It is silver. Well, doggone it, mister. I'm sorry I threw down on you. I need your help.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's why I'm here.

[Lone Ranger]

You see, there's a gang operating in this part of the country and I'm sure their headquarters is here in town. With. I can't get a lead on the critters Cutaway.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Curtis is the leader of the gang.

[Lone Ranger]

Curtis? Why, he owns a cafe.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

He engineered the Sundance robbery.

[Lone Ranger]

Do you have proof of that?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

The stolen payroll money is in his safe.

[Lone Ranger]

Are you sure?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Yes, I saw it.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, in that case, I'll go there with a warranty.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Sheriff, I'd like to suggest a plan that will result in the capture of Curtis and all of the men in his gang.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, that kind of a plan would be worth listening to, mister. What is it?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

There are only two entrances to Curtis's office. One is through the cafe and the other is from the outside.

[Lone Ranger]

That's the back door.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Right. I'll go to the back Door of the office. As soon as I'm inside, you go through the cafe and enter the office.

[Narrator]

A short time later, Cutaway, Curtis, Beaver, Rusk and half a dozen other hard faced outlaws gathered in the office at the back of the cafe. The stolen money, which was more dangerous than valuable to the gang, was on the table in the middle of the room. As Cutaway glanced at his watch, Rusk.

[Lone Ranger]

Said, don't worry, Cutaway. Scar'll be here. We have nothing to lose by waiting. By paying Scar with a Sundance payroll, you'll kill two birds with one stone.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I plan to notify the sheriff as soon as the payroll is in Scar's hands.

[Lone Ranger]

If Winters captures Scar with that money.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

On him, he'll be blamed for the robbery. What's that?

[Lone Ranger]

Someone's at the door. Maybe it's Scar.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Who is it?

[Lone Ranger]

I'll open the door, boss.

[Narrator]

Rusk opened the door wide. A masked man stood in the doorway with a Colt in each hand. And the man known as Scar was nowhere to be seen. As the Lone Ranger entered the room, Rusk, Beaver and the other outlaws raised their hands.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's it. Keep your hands up. You're covered, Cutaway. You'd better follow the example of your men, Scar.

[Lone Ranger]

Double cross. No, no, he didn't, Boss. That voice.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

What about the voice, Beaver?

[Lone Ranger]

You. Your Scar.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

That's right. I don't know what your play is.

[Lone Ranger]

But you can't cover eight of us at once.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

You're through, Cutaway.

[Lone Ranger]

It's a sheriff and deputies. We haven't a chance now. We can't get away. Keep your hands up to you. Where's my payroll cash?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

The Sundance payroll is on the table.

[Narrator]

As Sheriff Winters, mine owner Sam Collins and five deputies entered the office with drawn guns. Rusk, Beaver and the other outlaws backed up against a wall. Cutaway. Curtis realized he faced a rap Escape through the cafe was cut off by the deputies standing in the doorway. But the rear exit from his office was blocked by only one man, the Lone Ranger. Cutaway snatched at a shoulder holster. But the masked man saw the gesture. He fired his right hand gun.

[Lone Ranger]

That was a fool move, Cutaway. And mighty fancy shooting, mister.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

My arm.

[Lone Ranger]

My arm.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

It's broken.

[Lone Ranger]

Yep, and so is your fighting spirit. From the looks of you. You lick Cut away. Say, Sam, is that cash the mine payroll? Yes, it is, Sheriff. See for yourself how the bills are faded. Yep, that's all the evidence we need. Put handcuffs on these critters, boys.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'm wounded.

[Lone Ranger]

My arm. Doc'll take care of it as soon as you're in jail, Curtis, and that'll be mighty soon.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Well, Sheriff, this takes care of Mountain City's outlaw gang.

[Lone Ranger]

It does, Misty. And I'm much obliged to you, Sheriff. This man's name is Scar. He shot an Indian named Todo. You look old, Cutaway. Tondo's outside your office right now. He can't be. He is. Gar.

[Narrator]

You dirty double crossed.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

You weren't double crossed, Curtis. I promised I'd bring the Lone Ranger here, but I didn't.

[Lone Ranger]

You claim you're the Lone Ranger.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

You wanted a souvenir cutaway. A silver bullet. Here's one. I'll leave it with you as a memento. Adio, Sheriff.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, are you leaving, mister?

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

Yes. Tonneau's outside with the horses.

[Lone Ranger]

Goodbye, mister. And thanks a lot.

[Scar / Lone Ranger Disguise]

I'm glad I was able to help you. This is a silver bullet, all right. But.

[Lone Ranger]

But how'd he get it? You still can't believe it. Getaway. You'll have a long time to think it over while you're in jail. If you think long enough, maybe someday you'll savvy how you were outsmarted by the Lone rang. Sam.

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[Lone Ranger]

Yes, please.

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[Lone Ranger]

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[Lone Ranger]

Wait. Up to 150? That's huge.

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[Lone Ranger]

It's.

[Narrator]

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[Lone Ranger]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

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