Revenge for an Outlaw | The Lone Ranger (09-02-42)

Summary

Podcast Summary: Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: Revenge for an Outlaw | The Lone Ranger (09-02-42)
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Release Date: May 21, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns presents the digitally restored 1942 radio play “Revenge for an Outlaw” from The Lone Ranger series. The adventure centers on Bob Foster, a young man consumed by the mystery of his father's death. As he comes of age in the care of friends and strangers, Bob is manipulated by figures from his past seeking their own advantage. The Lone Ranger and Tonto step in to ensure the truth comes to light and justice is served.

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Key Discussion Points & Plot Progression

Setting the Scene: Loss and Uncertainty

• [03:37–06:51] A young Bob Foster camps with his father and two men on the edge of Snake Bend River. In the middle of the night, Bob's father leaves on mysterious business, accompanied by gunshots.
• Bob is left in confusion and fear, only to be spirited away by strangers.
  • Notable Quote:
    “Now you stay here till I get back. Don’t move from those blankets, understand?” — Bob’s Father [04:44]
• Bob’s life becomes shadowed by loss, growing up in a home for homeless boys and longing for answers.

The Orphanage Years and Promise of a New Life

• [07:09–10:04] Bob, now 17, receives regular visits from Miss Betty, daughter of Mr. Drake, who promises him a place on their ranch when he turns 18.
  • Notable Moment:
    “I told them you were my girl.”
    “Bob, I’m eight years older than you.”
    “Oh, it’s all right. I think that’s the sweetest compliment I’ve ever been paid.” — Bob and Miss Betty [08:14–08:38]

Introduction of “Uncles” and the Seeds of Vengeance

• [10:04–11:49] Two men, Blackie and Slim, show up, claiming to be Bob’s uncles. They convince Bob it's his duty to avenge his father's murder and promise to help him claim his "birthright."
  • Notable Quote:
    “Bob, the dirty, double crossing coyote that you’ve got to get is the man that murdered your old man.” — Blackie/Slim [10:30]
    “If I could get the one who murdered him... I’d kill him.” — Bob [11:49]

Western Adventure and Mysterious Stranger

• [12:00–15:29] Bob finds contentment on the Drake ranch but is contacted by his “uncles,” who lure him to town for a secret meeting, promising to reveal his father’s killer.
• A dramatic encounter follows with the masked Lone Ranger, who tries to warn Bob against rash actions.
  • Notable Exchange:
    “Suppose you find this man, Bob. What are you going to do?” — Lone Ranger [14:56]
    “If I had a gun, I’d show you.” — Bob [15:01]

Investigation & Truth Unveiled

• [17:28–19:41] The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate the motives of Blackie and Slim. Dialogue with Miss Betty unveils that Bob’s father was actually killed by Mr. Drake (Betty’s father) when he was sheriff, in line of duty.
  • Notable Quote:
    “Because, well, Dad’s just a little ashamed to tell him. He’s afraid Bob will hate him when he finds out it was Sheriff Charles Drake who killed Bill Foster, the outlaw.” — Miss Betty [18:58]

The Deceit and the Final Showdown

• [20:04–27:28] Blackie and Slim attempt to swindle Mr. Drake out of his ranch using a deceitful option for sale. Meanwhile, they manipulate Bob into confronting and planning to “avenge” his father by killing Mr. Drake.
• With the Lone Ranger’s intervention, a staged confrontation is orchestrated. Bob’s gun is secretly loaded with blanks.
  • Notable Episode Climax:
    “Are they telling the truth? Did you kill my pa?” — Bob [25:25]
    “Yes, son. I killed him.” — Mr. Drake [25:29]
    “I can’t do it. Mr. Drake has been too good to me.” — Bob [25:44]
    “If you don’t plug him, I will!” — Blackie/Slim [25:50]
  • A struggle results, the gun "fires," but Mr. Drake is unharmed.

Resolution and Forgiveness

• [27:28–28:43] The attempted swindle is foiled, Blackie and Slim are exposed, and Mr. Drake reveals Bob’s pistol contained only blanks.
• A moment of reconciliation occurs as Bob, overwhelmed by truth and kindness, embraces Mr. Drake as his father.
  • Notable Quote:
    “I wonder if you could kind of forget that Mr. Drake and call me Dad. Could you, son?” — Mr. Drake [28:16]
    “Why, sure. I’ll be mighty proud to, Dad.” — Bob [28:23]

The Lone Ranger’s Departure

• [28:28–28:54] The Lone Ranger and Tonto ride off, having restored justice and peace.
  • Notable Quote:
    “Because he’s the man I’ve told you about. The Lone Ranger.” — Miss Betty [28:43]

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Key Timestamps & Memorable Moments

• 03:37–06:51 — Childhood trauma and mystery of Bob’s father’s disappearance
• 08:14–08:38 — Light-hearted exchange between Bob and Miss Betty
• 10:30–10:49 — “Uncles” introduce the idea of vengeance to Bob
• 14:56–15:01 — Lone Ranger confronts Bob’s thirst for revenge
• 18:58–19:12 — Miss Betty reveals the truth about Mr. Drake and Bob’s father
• 25:29–25:50 — Staged confrontation; Bob can’t pull the trigger
• 28:16–28:23 — Bob calls Mr. Drake “Dad” for the first time
• 28:43 — Miss Betty identifies the Lone Ranger as their true benefactor

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Tone and Style

The episode captures the earnest drama, moral lessons, and Western adventure spirit characteristic of classic radio plays. Dialogue remains brisk, with heartfelt moments of loss, revelation, and forgiveness. The Lone Ranger serves as a wise, calm mediator ensuring justice is carried out in line with the show’s core values.

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Conclusion

This restored old-time episode delivers an engaging tale of lost family, revenge, deception, and the power of understanding and forgiveness, all wrapped in classic Lone Ranger action. With carefully enhanced audio details, listeners re-experience the golden age of radio with a fresh clarity.

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Transcript

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[Narrator]

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With his faithful Indian companion, Tato, the Masked Rider Plains led the fight for law and order in the early Western United States. The stories of his strength and courage, his daring and resourcefulness have come down to us through the generations. And 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 rides again.

[Bob Foster]

O Silver. A danger on the trail ahead.

[Miss Betty]

Oh Silver.

[Narrator]

A short distance from where a rough plank bridge crossed the Snake Bend river, the embers of a banked campfire made a soft glow in the clearing. A small boy of seven was sleeping under a warm blanket with his head pillowed on a saddle roll. Suddenly, for no reason at all, he

[Bob Foster]

was w.

[Narrator]

At first he sensed rather than heard the low voices of the three men who were seated on the other side of the campfire.

[Bob Foster]

There was neither moon nor stars to relieve the deep shadows of the night, and he wondered why the three men were not asleep.

[Narrator]

Gradually, their voices became more distinct.

[Bob Foster]

We'll hear hoof beats on the bridge. That'll be time enough to move. Ain't that right, Blake? Yeah. That gives us plenty of time. What about the kid? He's sleeping. Better take a look, Foster. He's your young one. He'll sleep in a week. And the boy will be here when we get back. That young un has got spunk. I'm doggone proud of that boy. He's gonna have the best of everything. Wait now. Quiet a minute. You hear that? Sounds like Steve. That's on the bridge. That's it, boy. Come on, Foster. Come on, Slim. It's time to move out. Go ahead. I'll catch you. I just want to be sure Bobby has the blankets over. Pa. You're awake, huh, son? Now you go back to sleep.

[Miss Betty]

Where are you going?

[Bob Foster]

Well, it's. It's the business we came here to take care of. I won't be gone long. You stay here till I get back. Don't you move from those blankets, understand?

[Miss Betty]

Yes, sir, I understand. Paul.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Paul.

[Bob Foster]

Sir, I'm coming. I'm with you. Get up there.

[Miss Betty]

I hope Paul hurries back here. I wonder what the business is. He said he was proud of me. I can still hear him riding. He sure is a fine rider. Shoot me, it's gunplay. Oh, Paul. Paul. Get him. I I I've got a I.

[Bob Foster]

Now, you stay here till I get back. Don't move from those blankets, understand?

[Miss Betty]

I'll stay here. Paul. I. I won't move.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I'll see what's at the camp.

[Miss Betty]

Who's that? I'm riding in there armed.

[Bob Foster]

I shut the kill the first sign of any tricks.

[Miss Betty]

Paul. Paul, where are you?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

It's a kid over there.

[Miss Betty]

Where's my pa?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Take it easy, youngster.

[Miss Betty]

Who are you?

[Bob Foster]

Get up.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Let's see what you look like.

[Miss Betty]

No, you leave me alone. Pa told me to stay here.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Nice, heavy Toss some brush in the fire, boy, so we can see.

[Bob Foster]

Well.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

What's your name, son?

[Miss Betty]

Bob Foster. Where's my pa?

[Bob Foster]

Foster?

[Miss Betty]

Yes. Who are you?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Look here, Sonia. You'll have to come on us your PA had. Billy had to go away.

[Miss Betty]

But where is my paw? Where is he?

[Bob Foster]

Where is my paw? Where is he?

[Narrator]

Bob Foster's life was shadowed by that burning question. For 10 years, he grew from a little fellow to a boy of 17. His life had been one shared with a score of others in the home for homeless boys. He felt bitter toward the stranger who had brought him there.

[Bob Foster]

If only Paul knew I was in this orphanage, he'd come and get me in a hurry. I wonder who that is. Miss Betty.

[Miss Betty]

Bob. Hello.

[Bob Foster]

Oh, golly, but it's great to see you. Sit down, Jiminy, it's been about a year since the last time you were here.

[Miss Betty]

I know it, Bob. It's a long way to come from.

[Bob Foster]

There are things at that range.

[Miss Betty]

Oh, fine. You've had my letters.

[Bob Foster]

Oh, sure. And I could just about see all those acres of cattle and the big house in the mountains. I've never seen a mountain except in pictures.

[Miss Betty]

But you've grown. Well, you're a man.

[Bob Foster]

You haven't changed. Except maybe to get prettier.

[Miss Betty]

Oh, a chivalrous man. Say, how'd you like the books I sent you?

[Bob Foster]

Oh, great. But I like the stories you wrote better. Stories about that Lone Ranger.

[Miss Betty]

Oh, Bob, will you hear all of the things I can tell you about him? And maybe when you come out with us, you'll see him then.

[Bob Foster]

I'm still gonna go to the ranch.

[Miss Betty]

Of course you are. Father's gonna bring you there on the day you're 18 years old.

[Bob Foster]

I'm sure looking forward to it.

[Miss Betty]

What do you want to say, Bob?

[Bob Foster]

Well, look, I. I hope you're not gonna be cross, but. Well, all the fellows see you come here every year and they read the books you send me and they keep. Well, they keep asking me who you are. Yes, and I. I told him you were my girl.

[Miss Betty]

Bob, I'm eight years older than you.

[Bob Foster]

I know that, but.

[Miss Betty]

Oh, it's all right. I think that's the sweetest compliment I've ever been paid.

[Bob Foster]

You're not in love with this Lone Ranger you wrote me about, are you?

[Miss Betty]

Well, Bob, I. Of course not.

[Bob Foster]

Bob, there's something else.

[Miss Betty]

Yes?

[Bob Foster]

Well, I felt all along that you and your father could tell me something about my paw. Oh, if I could only find the men who took me out of the woods that night.

[Miss Betty]

Well, how much do you remember about that night?

[Bob Foster]

Not very much. Pawn his friends. Their names were Slim and Black. He went on a camp and there was a gunfight and another man came and carried me away. I Don't remember much about him. But I do remember that in the morning I was in a stagecoach with a nice lady and she brought me here and left me.

[Miss Betty]

Look, Bob, I think my father can tell you something about your father when you come out to the ranch. Now, I must go. Here's some more books.

[Bob Foster]

Better yet, you've only been here.

[Miss Betty]

And it won't be long before you're sent for.

[Bob Foster]

Well, all right.

[Miss Betty]

Goodbye.

[Bob Foster]

Goodbye, Miss Betty. Are you just leaving, miss?

[Miss Betty]

Oh, yes, sir.

[Bob Foster]

Good day, then. Good day.

[Miss Betty]

Goodbye.

[Bob Foster]

Foster, two of your relatives, uncles, I think, are in my office. My uncles didn't know you had any. But they're here. Well, never mind bringing him. We're here. Oh, stand aside, Craven. We'll talk to Foster here. Yes, yes, of course. Oh, yeah, your uncles of mine. Well, son, you've grown considerable since the last time we saw you. Hasn't he? Sure enough, Blackie. And are you Slim? Yeah, sure. How'd you know? Well, you can tell me. You know where Paul is. You were with us. That's why we're here. Bob. We spent 10 years trying to find you. The ornery Polka Dot ran off with you that night. Sure. Done a complete job of hiding you. But we trailed you down at last. Now we're taking you with us. Oh, gee, that'll be swell. You got a job to do, son. A mighty big job. You've got to get your birthright, and we're here to see that you do it. My birthright? Let me look you over. I wonder if you've got spunk enough to go after what's rightfully used. You bet I have. Maybe he's too young, Slim.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I don't know.

[Bob Foster]

Now, wait, before we go any further, what about my dad? Bob, the dirty, double crossing coyote that you've got to get is a man that murdered your old man. Murdered him? Yeah, and got away with it. And here's one of the richest ranches in the West. The West? Is that where we're going? If you. You got the spunk, I'll show you I've got spunk. Just get me out of here. I planned to go to the West. A man named Mr. Drake got interested in me. Drake? I don't know much about him except that he's willing to give me a job on his ranch when I'm 18. His daughter, Miss Betty, has been here a few times. She writes letters and sends me books. I see. Blackie, what do you think? How'd Drake find out about you? I don't know. I guess he sort of knows Mr. Craven, the superintendent. You're planning to go on to the Drake. Drake ranch? Yeah. That was his daughter that just left you. It was? It'll be all right, Bob. I know the Drake Ranch. You do? Yep. Now, you go there just as you plan. And keep your mouth shut. Don't say a word about your father to anyone. Savvy? All right. It's right near where we'll take you anyway. Now, we'll let you know when everything's ready. And then you can come with us from the Drake place to where you'll get your father's killer and your own birthright. For 10 years I've wondered about Pa. If I could get the one who murdered him. What? What would you do? I'd kill him.

[Narrator]

A few weeks later, Bob Foster was living on the Drake ranch. It was the most pleasant life he'd ever known. He found new thrills every day as he raced a wiry mustang pony over the lush fields and rolling plains.

[Bob Foster]

Oh, boy. That's enough, boy. I will rest a while. How about it? And then we'll. Hey, wait a minute. There's two men coming up the side trail. I wonder who they are.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Howdy about.

[Bob Foster]

Look at them shafts. The kids are real. Oh, Blacky. Slim. What are you doing out here? Oh, had some business out this way, so we figured we look you up. How do you like living on a range? Oh, it's great. I'd like to live here the rest of my life. There's no reason why you can't. Well, Mr. Drake might not let me stay. If you're a smart kid, Mr. Drake won't have nothing to say about it. What do you mean? Bob, your PA was shot down in cold blood. You'd like to find the man who shot him, wouldn't you? Of course I would. You'd kill him. I figure that's my duty. Well, you're right. It just happens that Blackie and me know who that hombre is. Who? Another thing we know is that he owns a ranch that by rights belongs to you. Belongs to me? Well, he originally bought the ranch with money he got for killing your poor. Tell me who he is. We'd do better than that, kid. We'll point him out.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

When?

[Bob Foster]

Where? Blackie and me are living in town at the hotel. Can you come in and see us about 9:00 clock tonight? Well, sure I can. But who is this man who killed my paw? He'll be there at the hotel. Then so will I. Good, good. We'll be waiting for you. Come On, Blackie, get up there. See you tonight, kid. Get up there, Hose.

[Miss Betty]

Come on.

[Bob Foster]

Yeah, I'll see you tonight.

[Narrator]

For several minutes after Slim and Black he'd ridden away, Bob Foster sat motionless astride his mustang. He was confused by what Slim had told him. There were so many questions for which there seemed to be no answers. Before he could consider them further, a faint sound reached his ears. He saw a figure riding down a distant hill. A man in black on a horse that gleamed in the brilliant sun like burnished silver. He stared at the flying, luxuriant mane and tail of the powerful stallion. Watched the approach of the horse and rider down the hill, straight toward a narrow chasm. Then the white horse launched itself in a mighty leap that carried easily across the gap. He heard the hoof beats pawning the turf with rhythmic power. He saw then that the rider wore a mask.

[Bob Foster]

An outlaw. Ho ho.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Silver. Ho. I thought I'd find you at the ranch house.

[Bob Foster]

Huh? Find me?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

You're Bob Foster, aren't you?

[Bob Foster]

How'd you know? I.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

You look just like your father.

[Bob Foster]

My father? Oh, so you're the Bob.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Those two men who just rode away. Who are they?

[Bob Foster]

It's a good thing I haven't got a gun.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Who are those men?

[Bob Foster]

It's none of your business. But their uncles of mine. Uncles? They came to tell me where I could find the man who killed my pa. And how I can get what rightfully belongs to me. Maybe. Maybe a ranch as big as this one.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

The man who killed your father, huh?

[Bob Foster]

I guess they didn't know you were right behind them. But I ain't afraid of you.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I see. You think I'm the one.

[Bob Foster]

Don't you recognize me so quick?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Suppose you find this man, Bob. What are you going to do?

[Bob Foster]

If I had a gun, I'd show you.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I think those uncles of yours will bear watching.

[Bob Foster]

I don't know your name, but remember this. The next time I see you, I'm gonna shoot instead of talk.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

And when will that next time be, Bob?

[Bob Foster]

I'll be carrying a gun from now on. And I'll be riding into town tonight.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

So will I, Bob. I'll meet you there. Come on, Silver.

[Bob Foster]

You mean you'll really be there?

[Miss Betty]

Oh, Silver.

[Bob Foster]

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

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[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

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[Bob Foster]

Liberty.

[Narrator]

Now to continue our story. After his talk with Bob Foster, the Lone Ranger guided Silver across a wide slope through a rock strewn gully and reined up sharply at the edge of a cottonwood grove.

[Bob Foster]

Ho, Silver. Ho ho.

[Narrator]

The pre arranged meeting place of the masked man and his faithful Indian companion.

[Bob Foster]

Tonto, you ride Han.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Yes, Tuttle. I think our suspicions are right about those two men who came in on

[Bob Foster]

the stage they called Drake Ranch.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

No, they talked to the boy, Bob Foster, then headed back for town. Why they do that? I don't know. They've told the boy they'll show him the man who killed his father.

[Bob Foster]

Oh, that plenty bad make young boy kill.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I want you to pick up the trail of those two men.

[Bob Foster]

Come scout if possible.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Find out who they are and why they're here. And meet me back at the same place by Suntown. Time to do it. You, you wait here. No, I'm going to the Drake Ranch to talk to Betty and her father.

[Bob Foster]

Get him up to scout Silver.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Then Betty rode away to meet Toto. Why did Bob get this idea of avenging his father's death?

[Miss Betty]

I haven't the slightest idea.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Have you told him his father Was an outlaw?

[Miss Betty]

Not yet. We thought it best to wait until he's a little older.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Evidently you've waited too long. Betty, do you know who these men are who claim to be his uncles?

[Miss Betty]

Bob has no living relatives. Father investigated that thoroughly.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Your father thinks a lot of the boy, doesn't he?

[Miss Betty]

We both do. He's the son and brother we've always wanted.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

And why haven't you told him the truth about his real father?

[Miss Betty]

Because, well, Dad's just a little ashamed to tell him. He's afraid Bob will hate him when he finds out it was Sheriff Charles Drake who killed Bill Foster, the outlaw. He's no longer the sheriff.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

And there's really nothing for your father to be ashamed of. When he was sheriff, he shot Foster in the line of duty because he resisted arrest.

[Miss Betty]

It'd be pretty complicated to explain it to an 18 year old boy.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Yes, I suppose it would. But now he has to be told. By the way, Betty, where is your father now?

[Miss Betty]

He went into town early this morning. Some sort of business of one.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Will he be back before nightfall?

[Miss Betty]

I don't know. Why?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

The two men who were talking to Bob may know the truth about his father. I can see no other reason why he should be so bitter.

[Miss Betty]

Well, when dad comes back from town, I'll explain that he must tell Bob.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Yes, that would be best. Oh, by the way, does the boy have a gun?

[Miss Betty]

Yes. He wanted to carry a pistol like the other cowboys, so we gave him one.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

He doesn't have it with him. Where is it?

[Miss Betty]

Right over there, lying on the table.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Do you mind if I examine it?

[Miss Betty]

Of course not. I'll get it for you. Here.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Thanks. Let's look at these cartridges for a moment. There. Now I must be going.

[Miss Betty]

Don't you want to wait and talk to dad?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

No, I think Tano's waiting for me now. We may have to move fast. What do you mean, Ms. Berrio? I'll talk to your father in town. Adios.

[Narrator]

But the Lone Ranger didn't find Tonto waiting for him when he returned to the grove. Cottonwood trees. At that moment, the stoical Indian was crouched beneath an open window that was part of a room where three men were in earnest conversation.

[Bob Foster]

Well, it's this way, Mr. Drake. Me and my friend represent a group of Eastern businessmen who want to invest in a ranch property. You want to sell your place and we want to buy.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

At what price? You name it. $50,000.

[Bob Foster]

50,000? Ain't that pretty steep, Mr. Drake?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

My spread's worth it if you know anything about ranch land, you'll agree with me.

[Bob Foster]

Well, what do you say, Blackie? Oh, I'm in favor of buying it. Give the man some money. Wait a minute. You know we don't carry around that much cash. How about an option, Mr. Drake? Just for a few days until we can get money from the East?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Well, yes, I guess that'd be all right.

[Bob Foster]

Good. Good. Here's 500 to bring the agreement. And here's an option already gone up.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

You seem to have been pretty sure I'd sell.

[Bob Foster]

We knew we could meet your price. Here, you sign it right here.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Oh, well, I.

[Bob Foster]

What's the matter? Isn't the option all right?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Oh, yes, of course, but I. Oh, very well. Give me the pen. There, there.

[Bob Foster]

And here's your money. We'll take up the option within the next two or three days. Now, what do you say we have a drink to celebrate?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Oh, no, thanks. I have some other business in town. May take several hours. I'll expect to see you at the ranch before the end of the week.

[Bob Foster]

We'll be there.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Good day, gentlemen.

[Bob Foster]

Goodbye. Blackie.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Yeah?

[Bob Foster]

Follow him and don't lose him. I'll be on the lookout for the kid. Now, where are you going? I'll take care of everything. You just be sure Drake doesn't get out of town without us knowing it.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Hello. Where have you been?

[Narrator]

Me too.

[Bob Foster]

Like you say, me listen long time.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Listen to what?

[Bob Foster]

Where two croaks, they meet Mr. Drake Sit down in room, talk tanta, hear everything.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

So those two men are friends of Drake?

[Bob Foster]

No, not friends. They buy ranch. Drake sell.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

What's that?

[Bob Foster]

Buy ranch. But they not have money enough. Drake give them options for $500.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I know there's something wrong somewhere. I've got to talk to Mr. Drake. Do you know where he is now?

[Bob Foster]

Trying to find him.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Come on, we're going to ride.

[Bob Foster]

Here, Silver.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Good evening, fella. Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

When they reached the outskirts of town, the Lone Ranger sent Tonto on ahead to find Mr. Drake. A few minutes later, the Indian returned

[Bob Foster]

him in hotel. Rest there in room.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

All right, I'll go ahead and you follow. Wait for me outside.

[Narrator]

Come on, Silver. Within the next few minutes, a masked man dismounted and slipped quietly into the rear entrance of a small hotel. Following Tondo's instructions, he went to the second floor and tapped lightly on a closed door.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Who is it? The Lone Ranger. I'm sorry if I disturbed you, Mr. Drake, but there are several things I must know. Why, sure. What is it? You just gave an option for the sale of your ranch to two men. That's right. They agreed to buy it for $50,000. They don't have that much cash, so I signed a three day option for $500. Do you mind telling me why you want to sell your place? I've got to. Why? Nobody around here knows it, I guess. But my spread is mortgage to the hilt. Banks give me one more week to raise the money. I see. Now there's one other question. Why haven't you told Bob Foster about his father? How he was killed? No, I couldn't. I haven't got the heart.

[Bob Foster]

The heart?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Well, if you want to know the truth, I'm selfish. I think the world and all of that Foster boy just like my own son. I want him to like me. And I'm afraid if I tell him that I'm the one who shot his pa. Yes, I understand. And under different circumstances, I might agree with you. What do you mean? Unless I'm mistaken, Mr. Drake, you're going to have some callers pretty soon. I want you to do exactly as I tell you, Alison.

[Bob Foster]

You get a ring? A gun, kid?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Sure.

[Bob Foster]

I've got it right here. Now where is he? He mean the hombre who killed your pa? Well, you said he was here. Right here in town. He is, kid. And we're heading right for him. Where? The hotel here it is quiet now. You can go right up these back steps. Yeah, but how are we gonna get up? Do you want him to hear us? This is the room. What do I do? Get your gun out and bust right in. We'll be with you. Go on. This is the chance you've been waiting for.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Yes, it is,

[Bob Foster]

Mr. Drake.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Hello, Bob. I didn't expect you.

[Bob Foster]

I must be in the wrong room. No, you're not, kid. That's the man you want. Ask him.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Ask me what, Bob?

[Bob Foster]

My uncle's Blacky and Slim. They say you're the man who shot my paw. Are you?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

You have to keep that gun pointed right at me, Bob.

[Bob Foster]

Are they telling the truth? Did you kill my pa?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Yes, son. I killed him.

[Bob Foster]

You did?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

And now you want to kill me, is that it?

[Bob Foster]

I don't know. I swore that's what I'd do if I ever found you. But I didn't think it'd be you. Give him some of his own medicine, kid.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

This is really a surprise. I didn't expect you the last time

[Bob Foster]

you'll see me, Drake. So it don't make no difference. Give it on, Bob. No, I. I can't. Mr. Drake has been too good to me? Mr. Drake is the vomit who killed your pa. He's an ex lawman who took the bounty for that killing and bought the ranch he's living on now. No, I. I can't. I can't do it. If you don't plug him, I will. And I think I'll. You grab my arm. You made me. He's done for. That's all that matters. Might make folks curious. We better get out of here. I'm going to sheriff and tell him that you ain't gonna do nothing but you come with us out to Drake's ranch. You got a little business out there. After that, you can go to the law if you want to. If you want to hang for murder. But I didn't do it. Try telling that story to the law. Come on, Kid. Blackie and me have got an option to pick up.

[Miss Betty]

Where have you been? Where's Dad? I didn't know there was anyone with you.

[Bob Foster]

Yeah. Ain't you going to introduce this kid? Miss Betty?

[Miss Betty]

What's wrong?

[Bob Foster]

Go on, kid, tell her. Mr. Drake. He's dead. Dead? And I killed him. What?

[Miss Betty]

Oh, Bob.

[Bob Foster]

That's right, miss. The Kid gunned your old man.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Did a real good job, too.

[Bob Foster]

All me and my partner want to do is take up our option.

[Miss Betty]

What option?

[Bob Foster]

Why, the range here for $5,000. And I've got the carriage hub with me.

[Miss Betty]

An option to buy this ranch for $5,000? That's impossible. It's worth ten times that much.

[Bob Foster]

Here's the option. Is that your old man's handwriting?

[Miss Betty]

Yes, Bert.

[Bob Foster]

Well, then sign. This bill is sale. And then you and the Kid can buy these. What do you mean?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Get out?

[Bob Foster]

This spread belongs to Blackie and me now.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Wouldn't be too sure of that, Slim. Neither would I. Oh, dad.

[Bob Foster]

Mr. Drake.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Alive. You can't be psyched. You better hand back that option that you've ordered. From 50,000 to 5,000. Won't do you any good now except send you and Blackie back to jail. You're not hurt. I just shot your gun away. Put up your hands, both of you.

[Miss Betty]

Dad, I don't understand.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I'll explain everything later. Betty. I thought I had to sell the ranch, but the bank has given me more time in the mortgage. So I won't have to sell. Even for 50,000.

[Bob Foster]

Yeah, but Mr. Draker, I shot you.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I know, Bob. There are only blanks in your gun.

[Bob Foster]

Blanks? But how?

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I put them there this afternoon. Bob, you still hate me. Son, I did kill your father. Yes, but he was an outlaw and I shot him in the line of duty.

[Bob Foster]

Oh, no, Mr. Drake. I don't hate you. I guess I never did. I'm sorry. Awful sorry, Mr. Drake.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

I wonder if you could kind of forget that, Mr. Drake, and call me dad. Could you send.

[Bob Foster]

Why, sure. I'll be mighty proud to, dad.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

Well, my Indian friend is waiting for me. Will you take charge of these outlaws, Mr. Drake, and turn them over to the sheriff? It'll be a pleasure. Adios, my friends.

[Miss Betty]

Oh, wait.

[Blackie/Slim (Bob's Uncles)]

You can't see.

[Bob Foster]

Miss Betty.

[Miss Betty]

I think I understand now. It was he who made all this possible.

[Bob Foster]

Yeah, but how?

[Miss Betty]

Because he's the man I've told you about. The Lone Ranger.

[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Narrator]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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[Bob Foster]

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