Red Wolf’s White Brother | The Lone Ranger (12-27-39)

Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast: "Red Wolf’s White Brother | The Lone Ranger (12-27-39)"

Host: Andrew Rhynes
Release Date: May 4, 2025

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Introduction

In the "Red Wolf’s White Brother" episode of Old Time Radio Westerns, host Andrew Rhynes transports listeners to the rugged terrains of the American West during a tumultuous period of conflict and cultural clashes. This episode, originally aired on December 27, 1939, delves into themes of loyalty, justice, and the complexities of intercultural relationships through the lens of a classic Lone Ranger narrative.

Setting the Scene

The story unfolds with the narrator painting a vivid picture of the Western frontier:

Narrator [00:50]: "A fiery horse for the speed of light, a cloud of dust and the hearty hi yo, Silver. The Lone Ranger."

The backdrop is set in a Western United States government post outside Deerfield, where government troops are dispatched to quell Indian uprisings. However, not all Native American tribes are hostile, and not all chiefs, such as Red Wolf, mirror the likes of Geronimo.

Main Conflict: Orders and Loyalties

Major Clark summons Jack Smith, a civilian scout with deep ties to the local Indigenous tribes, to guide Captain Greer's troop through Boulder Pass discreetly. The mission's objective is to capture Red Wolf, a respected chief accused of theft and violence.

Major Clark [03:45]: "If I send Captain Greer's troop into that country, do you think you could guide them there without their presence being discovered?"

Jack Smith, torn between his duty and his friendship with Red Wolf, reluctantly agrees but harbors reservations:

Jack Smith [05:16]: "I doubt this man's story."

Jack Smith's Backstory and Inner Conflict

As tensions escalate, Jack reveals his true identity and past:

Jack Smith [06:44]: "I've never told this to anyone at the post, sir. Well, I've called myself Jack Smith, but that isn't my name. I was brought up by Indians."

This revelation underscores Jack's deep-rooted connections with the Indigenous community, complicating his role as a scout for the government troops.

Attempt to Capture Red Wolf

Despite Jack's expertise, the mission to capture Red Wolf is fraught with challenges. Captain Greer remains unsympathetic and determined to enforce justice, irrespective of the cultural nuances at play.

Captain Greer [04:13]: "Captain, you don't understand. Red Wolf's a chief. He couldn't surrender even if he wanted to."

Jack's refusal to proceed without understanding Red Wolf's motives leads to his defiance and subsequent confrontation with Major Clark and Captain Greer.

Red Wolf's Attack and the Role of Tonto

As the episode progresses, tensions culminate in an ambush orchestrated by Red Wolf. However, the unexpected intervention of Tonto, the Lone Ranger's loyal companion, alters the course of events.

Tonto [16:55]: "That white men are in Red Wolf's camp... There's going to be trouble, Tata."

Tonto's strategic thinking and allegiance to the Lone Ranger play a pivotal role in diffusing the impending conflict. He facilitates the escape of the captured soldiers, demonstrating his commitment to peace and justice.

Resolution: Understanding and Apology

The climax of the episode sees a confrontation between Captain Greer and Red Wolf, mediated by Tonto. Through tactical maneuvering and open dialogue, Tonto ensures that misunderstandings are cleared, leading to a heartfelt resolution.

Tonto [27:16]: "I knew where you were camped, Captain. I directed these fellows so they'd fall into your hands because I knew without proof you'd never believe Red Wolf's story."

Recognizing his misjudgments, Captain Greer extends a sincere apology to Red Wolf:

Captain Greer [28:07]: "Red Wolf, I do apologize."

Red Wolf accepts the apology, signifying a newfound respect and understanding between the opposing factions.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Jack Smith on Loyalty:

  Jack Smith [14:03]: "I owe you more than I do any white man alive."

• Captain Greer's Realization:

  Captain Greer [23:25]: "You questioned my orders."

• Tonto's Strategic Insight:

  Tonto [20:38]: "I'm going to scout the village to see what happens when they discover your escape."

Conclusion

"Red Wolf’s White Brother" masterfully encapsulates the intricate dynamics of loyalty, cultural identity, and justice. Through rich storytelling and compelling character development, the episode highlights the importance of understanding and empathy in resolving conflicts. Andrew Rhynes' adept narration and the enhanced audio quality breathe new life into this timeless Western tale, offering listeners a profound appreciation of the Lone Ranger's enduring legacy.

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Transcript

[Squint]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode absolutely free. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. Now, let's get into this episode.

[Narrator]

A fiery horse for the speed of light, a cloud of dust and the hearty hi yo, Silver. The Lone Ranger. In the early days of the western United States government troops were sent to the new territory to subdue the Indian uprisings. But all the tribes were not like the Apache. And all chiefs were not like Geronimo. It was the masked rider of the plains who made the army realize that most of the Indians were quiet and peaceful and that they would never cause trouble as long as their rights were respected. Return with us now to those thrilling days when the west was young. From out of the past come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse. Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Jack Smith]

Come on, Silver. We're heading for Boulder Pass. I O Silver. Hawaii.

[Narrator]

Major Clark, the commanding officer at the army post outside Deerfield, had summoned Jack Smith, one of the army civilian scouts, to his headquarters. Two other men were present. The first was Captain Greer. The second was a ragged and unshaven fellow who might have passed for an outlaw. Major Clark addressed the scout.

[Major Clark]

Smith, how well do you know the cutter beyond Boulder Paz?

[Jack Smith]

Well, as you know this post, sir, I was raised there.

[Major Clark]

Oh, yes, I forgot. If I send Captain Greer's troop into that country, do you think you could guide them there without their presence being discovered?

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir.

[Major Clark]

Good. You hear that, Captain? You'll leave in the morning.

[Captain Greer]

Yes, sir.

[Jack Smith]

Excuse me, sir. Well, do you mind telling me Captain Greer's mission, sir?

[Major Clark]

Didn't you hear us discussing it?

[Jack Smith]

No, sir. You just sent for me.

[Major Clark]

Oh, yes. Captain Greer will call upon Red Roof to surrender and return to the post for trial. If he doesn't, Captain Greer will seize him by fours.

[Jack Smith]

What's Red Wolf done? Excuse me, sir, but I know Red Wolf.

[Major Clark]

A friend of his?

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir.

[Major Clark]

Better yet. And you can. Poly with him might save bludgeon.

[Jack Smith]

But Major, Red Wolf's always been friendly to the whites.

[Big Mike]

Friendly, is it? Then will you be explaining why the varmint killed one of my pards and took the rest of us prisoner?

[Jack Smith]

Who are you?

[Red Wolf]

Big Mike is what they call me.

[Jack Smith]

If Red Wolf made you prisoner, what are you doing here?

[Big Mike]

Escaped. I did a mighty close thing.

[Tonto]

It was.

[Jack Smith]

Left your partners behind, huh?

[Big Mike]

Look here, young fellow.

[Major Clark]

Enough of that, Smith. According to this man's story, he and his companions were hunting buffalo when Red Wolf jumped them, took them prisoner and stole their hides.

[Jack Smith]

What could they expect, sir, after killing buffalo in that district? Didn't they know Red Wolf wouldn't stand for it?

[Major Clark]

I agree. They were foolish. Nevertheless, Red Wolf must be punished.

[Jack Smith]

I doubt this man's story.

[Big Mike]

Oh, now it's lying. I am. Huh? Why, you.

[Squint]

What?

[Major Clark]

Will you explain that, Smith?

[Jack Smith]

Why, yes, sir. In the first place, if this fellow and his partners was just after buffalo hides, I doubt that Red Wolf would be angry enough to do more than drive him out of the district. If Red Wolf had lost his head, they wouldn't have lived to tell about it. Red Wolf doesn't take prisoners.

[Major Clark]

In this case, it seems he did.

[Jack Smith]

And he had a reason we don't know about.

[Major Clark]

If he had, he'll be given every opportunity to tell it at his trial. Of course, sir.

[Jack Smith]

Do you think Red Wolf would surrender himself willingly?

[Captain Greer]

I'll know how to deal with him if he doesn't.

[Jack Smith]

Captain, you don't understand. Red Wolf's a chief. He couldn't surrender even if he wanted to. His people wouldn't let him.

[Narrator]

But I.

[Jack Smith]

They don't understand the white man's brand of justice. And if they did, they'd never admit that it was superior to their own. You won't take Red Wolf without a fight.

[Captain Greer]

And if they want to fight, we'll give it to them.

[Major Clark]

That's why I asked if you could guide the troop there secretly.

[Jack Smith]

Smith, I. I'm sorry, sir. You'll have to get someone else.

[Major Clark]

You refuse?

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir.

[Captain Greer]

By thunder, Smith, you.

[Major Clark]

I'll deal with this, Captain.

[Captain Greer]

Yes, sir.

[Major Clark]

Smith, perhaps you don't realize it, but you're just as much subject to army discipline as any trooper stationed here.

[Jack Smith]

I know it, sir.

[Major Clark]

I thought you did. And I've never taken you for a fool. In view of your attitude, I'm prepared to believe there's more behind it than what you've told us. Well, is there?

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir, there is.

[Major Clark]

Let's have it.

[Jack Smith]

I've never told this to anyone at the post, sir.

[Red Wolf]

Go on.

[Jack Smith]

Well, I've called myself Jack Smith, but that isn't my name. For if it is, I haven't known it, see, until I was 15. I was brought up by Indians.

[Major Clark]

This is interesting. You mean to say you don't know who your own people were?

[Jack Smith]

No, sir, I don't.

[Major Clark]

What happened to them?

[Jack Smith]

I couldn't say, sir.

[Major Clark]

Well, how did it happen that Indians got ahold of you?

[Jack Smith]

They found me, sir.

[Major Clark]

Stole you, most likely, if they didn't kill your parents. Now, what's all this got to do with your refusal to obey orders? You're not wasting sympathy on the Indians, I hope.

[Jack Smith]

Well, not exactly, sir.

[Major Clark]

If that were the case, you had no business signing on as a Scot.

[Jack Smith]

Any other tribe that wouldn't matter, sir. No, but that's the tribe that took me in. No matter why or how. They were mighty good to me.

[Tonto]

And.

[Major Clark]

And what?

[Jack Smith]

Red Wolf and I are blood brothers. Did your father tell you, Ruth, about your refusing to guide Captain Greer's troop? Well, there's that, but what I meant was. About my not having any folks. About being brought up by redskins. He did, Jack. Well? Well what? Doesn't make any difference, silly. Of course it doesn't. But Jack, what did father tell you when you refused to go? That I had nothing to say about it. Yes. I was the only scout attached to this post who could do the job. If I wouldn't, I'd be punished. According. If he said that, he meant it.

[Captain Greer]

Sure.

[Jack Smith]

I know, Jack. You won't refuse, will you? Or you can't. I've got to. No. Tomorrow morning, when Captain Greer leads the troop away, you'll be with him. No. You will, Ruth. There's no use arguing. I tell you, I won't.

[Captain Greer]

So here you are.

[Tonto]

Smith.

[Captain Greer]

Understood you to be confined to the guardhouse.

[Jack Smith]

I'm reporting for duty, sir. Yeah.

[Captain Greer]

Changed your mind, huh?

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir.

[Captain Greer]

This isn't a trick, is it? You're not planning to give our show away, are you?

[Jack Smith]

No, sir.

[Captain Greer]

You'll be sorry if you tried, I can promise you. You ride with me until we reach the pass. Mr. Lacy, call the roll. We ride in 10.

[Narrator]

Two weeks later, a masked man with an Indian, both mounted on powerful stallions, looked down into a shadowed valley from the height of an overhanging cliff.

[Tonto]

Soldiers. Tanto. What can they be doing on this side of Boulder Pass? Hunter not know riding by way of this valley. Whatever they're up to, it certainly looks as though they're not anxious to advertise themselves. The only business they could have in this district would be with Red Wolf.

[Big Mike]

Isn't that right?

[Tonto]

With a full troop on the march, it can't be peaceful business. Tada. We're looking into this.

[Jack Smith]

Come on, get him up. Come on.

[Squint]

Hey, Squint, can you see him outside this blaster tent? What are they up to?

[Big Mike]

How should I know?

[Squint]

Listen. They're dancing now, ain't they?

[Big Mike]

Uh huh.

[Squint]

You figure they're getting their dandruff to maybe finish us off?

[Big Mike]

Maybe.

[Squint]

But what'll we do?

[Big Mike]

Why ask Me?

[Squint]

We got to escape. Yeah.

[Big Mike]

Tied up like this with a couple of redskins outside just hoping we'll make a break for it. Hank, don't act like a bigger ridget than yours.

[Squint]

There ought to be something we can do.

[Major Clark]

Sure.

[Big Mike]

Wait and see if Mike made it to the soldiers. If he did, we'll be all right. If he didn't, well, that's something we won't think about.

[Squint]

But I changed it. Huh?

[Big Mike]

Red Wolf just left his hogan. I think he's heading here.

[Squint]

Then I'm gonna tell him he ain't.

[Jack Smith]

I am.

[Squint]

I've had enough of this. What good'll it do us to keep still if they kill us?

[Big Mike]

Fern fool. The only reason they ain't killed us already is'cause we haven't. Todd. That wolf's been holding off, hoping we do. You keep your blasted mouth shut or we're done for. Here he comes.

[Red Wolf]

Oh.

[Big Mike]

Well, what do you want this time?

[Red Wolf]

You ready? Talk.

[Squint]

Look, chief, we want.

[Red Wolf]

What about you? Steal many horse. Where you hide them?

[Big Mike]

You figure we stole your horses, huh?

[Red Wolf]

You steal them.

[Big Mike]

Red Wolf your loco. I tell you, we don't even know as much about it as you do. You can hold us here till doomsday, and we'll never be able to tell you any different. I wish the blazers you'd get that through your head.

[Red Wolf]

You hear Dance?

[Big Mike]

Sure.

[Red Wolf]

You know what mean?

[Big Mike]

Uh, Hank and me was just wondering.

[Red Wolf]

You kill three brave when you steal horse. Red men heap angry. Them won't kill you.

[Big Mike]

Why get mad at us? We wasn't to blame.

[Red Wolf]

You heap bad.

[Squint]

Doggone it, Squinter.

[Big Mike]

Shut up and keep shut. Look here, Red Wolf, you're a smart injunction. Let me tell you something.

[Red Wolf]

What's that?

[Big Mike]

No matter which way you figure, you'd be an idiot to finish us off if we didn't steal your horses and kill them three fellas you speak of. Then you'd be punishing us for something we never done. You do all right, then just for the sake of argument, say we did. Then. If we did, we know where your horses are. You'd never find out with us dead. So you lose either way. If we're guilty, you lose your horses. If we ain't, well, don't forget there's an army post not so far away. And what had happened to you would be a caution.

[Red Wolf]

Red Wolf not free.

[Big Mike]

It'd be a heap more sensible if you was. Anyhow, you can't lose by keeping us alive.

[Red Wolf]

Mino won't kill.

[Big Mike]

Then what do you got?

[Red Wolf]

Other Indian won't kill Maybe them not. Listen, Red Wolf, I get it.

[Big Mike]

You might not be able to stop him even if you tried, huh?

[Red Wolf]

He better. You talk.

[Squint]

Squint. That means we ain't got no choice.

[Big Mike]

Yeah, and what's to keep them from finishing us off even if we do talk?

[Squint]

They might let us go if they could get the horses back when they.

[Big Mike]

Were sure it was us that killed them three engines. Not on your tintype. We stall them off and wait for the soldiers.

[Captain Greer]

Smith. Well, you said you could ride into Red Wolf village in safety.

[Jack Smith]

I can.

[Captain Greer]

Very well. We remain here.

[Narrator]

You have Red Wolf.

[Captain Greer]

Major Clark's message. Bring me his answer when you return. Be sure not to reveal our position, Captain.

[Jack Smith]

You still mean to take him even if he won't surrender?

[Narrator]

I do.

[Jack Smith]

Then I'll go. It's a waste of time. This means a fight. Come on, boy. Get up there.

[Narrator]

The greeting exchange between the young scout who called himself Jack Smith and Red Wolf. The Indian showed both respect and affection.

[Big Mike]

Oh, oh.

[Jack Smith]

Oh, Red Wolf, how it's good to see you again.

[Red Wolf]

It ain't good. Why you ride this way, Red Wolf.

[Jack Smith]

Word just reached the post that you'd taken white men prisoner. Is it true?

[Red Wolf]

Ah, it true.

[Jack Smith]

I doubted the story, but as long as it's so and I know you had cause for it.

[Red Wolf]

Them thief.

[Jack Smith]

Yes.

[Red Wolf]

Steal Redman horse kill red man.

[Jack Smith]

So that's it.

[Red Wolf]

Ah, Red Wolf. Try make em tell where horse now.

[Jack Smith]

Emmy won't.

[Red Wolf]

No.

[Jack Smith]

I see. Red Wolf, I don't blame. I don't blame you at all. As far as I'm concerned, you're justified. But this is serious business and concerns others.

[Red Wolf]

Is that why you come?

[Jack Smith]

Yes. Major Clark sent me. I've been instructed to tell you that if you'll ride to the post voluntarily, taking your prisoners with you, he'll promise you a fair hearing.

[Red Wolf]

What you mean?

[Jack Smith]

It's the white man's justice, Red Wolf, when you captured those fellows, you must have known it would make trouble. And I want you to know that I haven't forgotten all you've done for me in the past. Trouble isn't of my making.

[Red Wolf]

Ah, you, brother Red Wolf.

[Jack Smith]

I owe you more than I do any white man alive. I thought the day would never come and I'd have to take sides against you.

[Red Wolf]

Why you do all right?

[Jack Smith]

I'm not sure. Well, will you go back with me, Red Wolf?

[Red Wolf]

No. Me no do that and I'll have.

[Jack Smith]

To tell you what I I What matter, Red Wolf? I've played you a rotten trick. I brought soldiers here. If you don't surrender. They attack.

[Narrator]

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

[Jack Smith]

It.

[Narrator]

Now to continue our story. The Lone Ranger, who had watched the meeting between the scout and the chief from a distance, returned to the camp where Tonto was waiting.

[Jack Smith]

Oh.

[Tonto]

Hold this. Over.

[Big Mike]

Oh, boy.

[Narrator]

Hold there. Oh, what you hear?

[Tonto]

I couldn't get close enough to hear what they said, Kimosabe. But I could tell just from watching them that whatever they discussed it was serious. I'm not sure, but I think I know what this is about.

[Narrator]

What?

[Tonto]

That white men are in Red Wolf's camp. I saw the horses. One of the teepees is obviously under guard. The Indians are working themselves up for something. There's going to be trouble, Tata. And that's what must have brought the soldiers.

[Big Mike]

Not right.

[Tonto]

I don't like to see it. Red Wolf has been a good chief.

[Red Wolf]

Him heap good.

[Tonto]

We'll prevent that trouble if we can.

[Narrator]

What we do?

[Tonto]

You're acquainted with Red Wolf. Ride to the village, talk to him. Find out if white men are really being held there. And if so, why, how to do it.

[Captain Greer]

Here's Scout.

[Tonto]

I'll wait for you, get that information. Then we'll see what can be done.

[Captain Greer]

Get him up, Scout.

[Jack Smith]

Get him up.

[Narrator]

Toto, calling upon his friend Red Wolf, learned the truth of the situation and reported to the masked man. Then late that night, in the teepee where Hank and Squint were confined.

[Squint]

Squint. Hey, Squint, you awake?

[Big Mike]

Sure, I'm awake. What's the matter with you?

[Squint]

I thought I heard something just then. Like somebody was moving around outside.

[Big Mike]

Why shouldn't you? They still got us guarded, ain't they?

[Squint]

Listen. What was that? Quiet. Somebody just come in.

[Tonto]

Anyone in here?

[Big Mike]

Who's there?

[Tonto]

Keep your voice down, Squint.

[Squint]

It's a white man.

[Tonto]

Right. I just knocked out your guards, and we'll have to move fast.

[Big Mike]

Gonna free us?

[Tonto]

I am. Your horses are waiting for you beyond the village. Now cut your ropes, follow me and don't make a. Here are your horses. Now, into the saddle, stranger.

[Big Mike]

Thanking me? Owe you plenty for this. How come you done it?

[Tonto]

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

[Big Mike]

So that was it, huh?

[Squint]

Who told you about him?

[Tonto]

Big Mike, perhaps.

[Big Mike]

Knew you was one of our kind the minute I saw that.

[Tonto]

Mad, are you cutting me in?

[Big Mike]

Reckon you've earned it.

[Tonto]

Then let's get going before they give the alarm.

[Big Mike]

Right.

[Jack Smith]

Get on there.

[Tonto]

Come on, Silver.

[Jack Smith]

Come on.

[Narrator]

It was less than two hours later, but the Lone Ranger and his two companions drew rein within a small valley.

[Big Mike]

There they are.

[Tonto]

You must have a hundred head here over that.

[Squint]

And doggone good stock, too. Red Wolf's Injuns are the only ones I ever knew to have horses worth the stealing. Once we get them across the line.

[Big Mike]

They'Ll fetch a right good price and no questions asked.

[Tonto]

How will you get them out of here?

[Squint]

When we first stole them before we was captured we figured to head further back into the hills and then cut east.

[Big Mike]

You know a better way?

[Tonto]

I think I do, yeah. How? Go south then east most of the way. You can keep to the dry arroyos. You'll have cover and it'll be easier to keep the horses from scattering.

[Squint]

But that'll take us towards the village.

[Tonto]

Not within hearing distance. You'll have easier going and you'll save mileage. You can be beyond the danger zone before dawn. There's another valley I know about. You can hide there during the day and travel again tomorrow night. After that you can travel as you please.

[Big Mike]

We can? I thought you was in on this.

[Tonto]

I am.

[Big Mike]

And what do you.

[Tonto]

I'm going to scout the village to see what happens when they discover your escape. They pick up your trail. I'll warn you. In any case, I'll be with you again before the night's out.

[Big Mike]

That's a good idea.

[Tonto]

And let me tell you something.

[Big Mike]

What?

[Tonto]

Don't try to double cross me by going another way that happened. I might be tempted to show Red Wolf this valley and put him on your trail.

[Squint]

We wouldn't think of it.

[Big Mike]

We're pards, ain't we?

[Tonto]

We're not. I had my reasons for helping you escape. You had your reason for accepting that help. I wouldn't trust either one of you beyond sight. Now look, stranger, that's all that needs to be said. I think we understand each other. Now round up these horses and get started. You have my word you'll see me before morning.

[Big Mike]

Right.

[Tonto]

Come on, old fellow.

[Big Mike]

Hurry.

[Jack Smith]

Boy.

[Squint]

What do you think?

[Big Mike]

I'd sure like to give that fellow the slip and keep all the horses for ourselves. So would I. I don't reckon we'd better. We couldn't outrun that horse of his in a million years. And if he was to show our trail to Red Wolf, it'd be our finish. So for now, we do like he said.

[Squint]

For now?

[Tonto]

Sure.

[Big Mike]

There's always another time, ain't there? A bullet in the back would go a long ways towards cutting that hombre down to our size.

[Squint]

Hi, Sammy. Come on, let's get these critters on the way.

[Narrator]

Although no fires were lit for the soldiers at camp, sentries were on the alert and Captain Greer remained awake. It was about three in the morning when he heard the approach of a horseman. Sir.

[Big Mike]

Well, I've been watching the village as you ordered, sir. Something's going on there. I don't know what, but it looked funny. Figured you ought to know.

[Captain Greer]

You couldn't see what they were doing?

[Tonto]

No, sir.

[Big Mike]

Just that they was doing a heap of moving around.

[Captain Greer]

Very well. I've been expecting this.

[Narrator]

Smith.

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir.

[Captain Greer]

You told Red Wolf we were in the district.

[Jack Smith]

Those were my orders, of course.

[Captain Greer]

But I think you'd be interested to know that your red skinned friend is going to try to escape.

[Jack Smith]

I don't believe it.

[Captain Greer]

I've just learned the village is awake. There's no doubt of it.

[Jack Smith]

Red Wolf promised to think it over and give me an answer in the morning.

[Captain Greer]

Which shows how much faith you can put in the word of an Indian. He told you that? Simply to put us off guard. He had no intention of being anywhere around when morning came.

[Jack Smith]

I know Red Wolf better than that, sir.

[Captain Greer]

It seems you were mistaken. Well, he's due for a surprise.

[Jack Smith]

I don't understand it.

[Captain Greer]

You questioned my judgment when I ordered that we take our position at this place. You see now that I was right. Red Wolf no doubt believes we're to the east. This is the way he'll come. If he tries to escape, you'll find.

[Jack Smith]

Us waiting for him. I still say he's not leaving, but.

[Captain Greer]

You'Ll have plenty of time to change your opinion. Tell Lieutenant Lacy I wish to see him. We'll awaken the men and have them ready.

[Jack Smith]

Yes, sir.

[Narrator]

In the meantime, the Lone Ranger had rejoined Tonto.

[Tonto]

Steady, Silver. The Red Wolves learned about their escape, huh?

[Big Mike]

Not right.

[Tonto]

Then returned to the village and what me do? Red Wolf trusts you. Get him to ride with you as close to where the soldiers are camped as possible. Make it near the bend in that old arroyo. I'll be waiting for you there. Then what do. Then we'll be on hand when things start to happen, Kimasabe. And we won't have long to wait. Now hurry.

[Captain Greer]

Get him up, Scout.

[Narrator]

Get him up.

[Tonto]

All right, old fellow, let's go.

[Captain Greer]

Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

The soldiers awakened by their officers stood silently beside their mounts, ready for instant action when the command should be given. Finally.

[Red Wolf]

They're coming, sir.

[Tonto]

How do you know?

[Big Mike]

We've heard their horses. They're coming down the Arroyo, from the north.

[Tonto]

You'll be able to hear them yourself.

[Big Mike]

In just a minute, sir.

[Captain Greer]

Splendid. They'll find us ready for them. So they wouldn't try to escape us, Smith.

[Jack Smith]

I can.

[Captain Greer]

Now you'll see which one of us was right.

[Big Mike]

Listen. You can hear them already, sir.

[Narrator]

Right.

[Jack Smith]

You ambush them.

[Captain Greer]

They chose to fight. When I'm finished with them, they'll think better of it next time. But take your position. We'll go into action in a moment.

[Jack Smith]

Captain, you can't do this.

[Captain Greer]

You're questioning my orders.

[Jack Smith]

Red Wolf's not a criminal.

[Captain Greer]

Whose? I told you no.

[Jack Smith]

You're not going to take them by surprise.

[Captain Greer]

Watch out.

[Jack Smith]

Turn back. Red Wolf. Turn back.

[Captain Greer]

Arrest this man.

[Jack Smith]

Sergeant, take his gun.

[Captain Greer]

We have to attack.

[Jack Smith]

Bugler, blow the charge.

[Red Wolf]

Red Wolf are attacking.

[Tonto]

Watch what happens when they discover their mistake. We join them. Can you make them out? Out of them.

[Big Mike]

Right down arroyo.

[Tonto]

Good.

[Narrator]

They're not fire though.

[Tonto]

And they probably know they've made a mistake. Ready? Then let's go.

[Jack Smith]

Come on.

[Tonto]

Walt.

[Narrator]

Bring those fellows here.

[Jack Smith]

Captain.

[Tonto]

Well?

[Jack Smith]

Those are the two men Red Wolf picked prisoner.

[Captain Greer]

You're sure of that?

[Jack Smith]

I saw them.

[Captain Greer]

What are your names?

[Squint]

Plastidal.

[Big Mike]

What's the idea of this? You might have killed us.

[Captain Greer]

Answer my question. You've got plenty to explain. You try to evade it, you'll only make matters worse for yourselves. I want your names and an explanation for these horses.

[Jack Smith]

This fella's called Squint, sir.

[Captain Greer]

Squint, huh? Well, what about the horses?

[Big Mike]

Hey, they belong to us.

[Captain Greer]

That's a lie.

[Big Mike]

Could I tell you?

[Captain Greer]

Smith here told me Red Wolf's story that you'd run off horses belonging to his tribe. I doubted the story at first, but now I'm inclined to believe it. Well, what have you to say?

[Big Mike]

These are wild horses, Captain. We rounded them up to sell wild horses.

[Jack Smith]

And how do you explain that? Several of them are painted. Painted with the same markings Red Wolf's tribe always uses. Have you noticed them, Captain?

[Narrator]

I have.

[Big Mike]

Maybe some of them got mixed in by accident.

[Captain Greer]

Too thin. They're both under arrest.

[Jack Smith]

Someone's coming, sir.

[Captain Greer]

So I see. Who is it?

[Jack Smith]

One's riding a white horse.

[Captain Greer]

Maybe that fellow's mask.

[Tonto]

And it's Red Wolf with him.

[Jack Smith]

Rein up straight, Aston.

[Squint]

Fella helped us escape.

[Tonto]

You recognize me, huh?

[Squint]

Hey, just a second.

[Big Mike]

Well, I'm beginning to savvy what's happened? When you told us to bring the horses this way, did you know there was soldiers here?

[Tonto]

I did.

[Squint]

You double crossed us.

[Tonto]

I told you I'd give you a warning if the Indians picked up your trail. I promise nothing else.

[Narrator]

Pilots.

[Captain Greer]

Stranger. You're responsible for this.

[Tonto]

I knew where you were camped, Captain. I directed these fellows so they'd fall into your hands.

[Red Wolf]

Why?

[Tonto]

Because I knew without proof you'd never believe Red Wolf's story. You'd have attacked his village and started more Indian troubles. Now Red Wolf's story is verified and his horses have been returned. These men have been proven guilty and they're your prisoners.

[Captain Greer]

It seems to me you've accomplished quite a lot.

[Tonto]

You're satisfied that Red Wolf acted within his rights.

[Captain Greer]

After what's happened, I couldn't believe anything else.

[Tonto]

Come on, Tada.

[Captain Greer]

You're leaving?

[Tonto]

Our work's finished. But let me suggest something.

[Narrator]

Yes?

[Tonto]

Forget your rank and give Red Wolf the apology you owe him.

[Captain Greer]

Mask man. I will.

[Red Wolf]

Good.

[Jack Smith]

Come on, get him up strong.

[Captain Greer]

Red Wolf, I do apologize.

[Red Wolf]

That heat. Good.

[Captain Greer]

And Smith?

[Jack Smith]

Yes?

[Captain Greer]

If you'll forget the fool I've made of myself, I'll forget that report I threatened to give the major.

[Jack Smith]

Forget. I've forgotten already.

[Narrator]

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