Rookie Texas Ranger | The Lone Ranger (02-04-53) - Old Time Radio Westerns

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Hello. I'm here during the lunch rush with Janice, who owns her own food truck. Best cheesesteaks in town. Janice traded up to Geico Commercial Auto Insurance for her food truck business. We're here where she needs us most. They sure are. We make it so easy for her to save with customised coverage that grows with her business. Sorry, I just get so emotional talking about saving folks money. Not this onion I'm chopping. It's just so beautiful. Oh, yeah, Nice.
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The onion.
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Get a commercial auto insurance quote today@geico.com and see how much you could save. It feels good to Geico.
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Back in the Old west, folks didn't run to the pharmacy every time trouble hit. They relied on the know how and natural remedies. Kind of like how Tonto always seems to have a special mixture ready for whatever came next. If you want to learn how to do that today, check out the Beginner's Guide to Herbal Remedies. Easy steps for teas, tinctures and salves. Even if you've never tried herbs before, visit otrwesterns.com herbs to learn more and get again. Otrwesterns.com herbs. Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. You can find more Western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode by special recording.
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General Mills, makers of Cheerios, the Oak cereal, Ready to Eat and Wheaties breakfast of champions, presents the Lone Ranger. A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust and the haughty high of Silver. The Lone Ranger, With his faithful Indian companion, Toto, 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. The Lone Ranger rides again. Let's go, big fellow. Silver away. When boys line up to run a race, Galloping Garden sets the pace. He comes in first because he knows he's got goal power from Cheerios. Yes, he's got goal power. There he goes. He's feeling his Cheerios. Cheerios. Cheerios. Good old Cheerios. They got go so nourishing. Cause they're made from oats. With minerals, vitamins and proteins that Your body needs. Yes, indeed. A bowl of Cheerios and milk really starts your day off right. Does all sorts of good things for your body. Helps you have strong bones and muscles, good red blood and healthy nerves. So every morning, take on a bowl of Cheerios and milk for real. Go Power. You like that wonderful toasted oat flavor, too? Downright delicious. Come to think of it, Cheerios is one of the tastiest muscle building foods you can eat. Try Cheerios and you'll hear he's feeling his Cheerios. Bert Deming, a young rookie in the Texas Rangers, entered the office of his superior officer at headquarters in Austin. You sent for me, Captain? Yes, Deming.
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Thank you, sir. I'm sending you on your first assignment. Oh, yes, sir. It may prove dangerous. Well, I'm ready, sir. A gang of outlaws is operating in the territory near Rockton. The sheriff has requested help. For the present, I'm not going to let him know we're sending help. Oh. In trying to smash this particular gang of crooks, we're going to violate our usual method of procedure. If instead of sending a Ranger to take action as usual, I want you to go to Rockton secretly, a sort of undercover man. Pose as a drifter. If possible, get a job at the cafe, try to get a line on the gang. That's all. Yes. Keep your eyes and ears open. If you do get a line on them, make yourself known to the sheriff and then move in on the game. I'll do my best, Captain. Several days later, Burt Deming entered the cafe at Rockton. Sure. There's something for you, mister? Yeah? I'd like to see the boss. Hey, Chuck. Yeah? Ms. Hombre wants to see you. All right. What do you want, stranger? You. You own this cafe? That's right. What about it? Well, frankly, I came to ask you for a job. I. I figure on staying in Rockton for a while. Yeah? You're young and healthy. Why not try one of the Rangers? I'm not much on nursing cows, mister. I'd rather work in town. I don't care what I have to do, just so's I have a job. What's your name? Bert Deming. I'm Chuck Powell. I could use another waiter if you want to try for a while. Don't pay much, though. Just shows I get enough for room and boarding. Tell you what, I'll give you room and board and five bucks a week. Take it or leave it. No, I'll take it. When do I start? Right now. Come on. I'll get your name for right. That night, Chuck Powell and three of his men met in Chuck's office in back of the cafe. I found out the morning stage is bringing in a money shipment for the bank. I want you men to get it. Aren't you going to ride with this, Chuck? Not this time. You men can handle it without me. Now get this straight. The three of you leave here at dawn. Ride to the valley and wait behind the big boulders. When the stage comes through, plug the guard. Then ride out and grab that cash. That's all. I'll be waiting for you when you come back. And be sure to cover your trail. Burke Deming had a room upstairs at the back of the building. At dawn the next morning, he was awakened by the sound of men outside. Sheriff jumped from his cot and looked out the window. He watched as the three men rode away. Later that morning, he was busy in the cafe when the sheriff entered. Just got word the Marlin stage was held up in the valley east of hand. There were three masked outlaws. They plugged the guard and got away with 10,000 in cash. I'm sure that's the same gang that's been committing other robberies around here. Sometimes there are three, sometimes four men. I'm forming a party to try to track them. All those who are willing to ride with me. Come on. Later, Bert saw Chuck Powell come from his office with the same three men who had written away that morning. They sat at a table and called for drinks. As Bert approached the table with the glasses, he caught part of their conversation. I tell you. Well? Well, what you're standing there for? Put down the drinks and beat it. Oh, yeah, yeah, sure. There's something suspicious about that ombre Chuck. Yeah. He's been staring at us ever since we came out of your office. I noticed that, too. You ought to know more about him. Hey, Ollie. Yeah, I'll keep him busy here. You leave in a few minutes. Go to his room, see what you can find. All right, boss. Ollie waited a few minutes, then nonchalantly left to go to Bert's room. A short time later, he returned. Good idea. Here, Chuck. Did you find out anything? Plenty. There's a Texas Ranger badge pinched to a shirt in his carpet bag. Yeah, that's interesting. Holy mackerel. He must be here to spy on us. That's right. Only he doesn't know we found out. Ali, did you take the badge? No. Good. No need letting them know we're wise to him till I'm ready to deal with him. What are you going to do, boss? We leave Here in the morning, ride to the cut and hold up the train. And just before we leave, I'll tell him he's riding with us. Hey, you local? Yeah. I don't get it. I know what I'm doing. Now, look, he leaves his gun in his room. Holly, you see to it that it's loaded with blanks. Oh, yeah. When we get to the cut, we'll tell him the truth and make him stick with us. Or else. And as we leave, he'll get a bullet. That afternoon, the Lone Ranger and his Indian companion, Totto rode a trail through the nearby hills. As they topped a rise, they saw a group of horsemen rounding a turn ahead of them. Look. Kimo Sabi. Many riders coming. I think it's a party. Toto. Head for the trees before they see us, in hurry. Just as the masked man and Indian reached the trees, the sheriff and the posse spotted them. The Lone Ranger and Tahoe rode at top speed for some distance. They covered their trail in shallow streams and on hard ground until they were certain they were no longer followed. It was dusk when the masked man and Indian reached a grove on the edge of town. The Lone Ranger waited while Toto went for news. Soon Totto returned. Easy, Scout. Easy, fella. What did you find out, Toto? Well, three outlaws hold up morning stage and get plenty cash. We hear men who rode in posse say, then follow one outlaw to Rocky Canyon. Then loose trail. The outlaws separated after the robbery. Ah, them all cover tracks plenty good. It's too dark to pick up a trail now. We start a door and go to Rocket Canyon. Now let's go to camp. The following morning, dawn was breaking when the Lone Ranger and Tato left camp and rode through Rocky Canyon. Toto rode a short distance away from a masked man. As they looked for tracks, the Lone Ranger turned Silver toward a long line of brush bordering a wooded grove. Easy, big fella. Easy. Oh. Oh. Steady, Silver. That brush hides a narrow gully. Hello. Come here. Come sc. Come. Hello, Scout opener. You find something? Look. Tracks of one horse in the gully. Ah. Tracks of outlaw, maybe. Yes. We'll follow them from here. Steady, Scout. You say fell. Come on, sir. Come, scout, come. The Clitton falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger adventure. Before the next exciting themes. Please permit us to pause for just a few moments. Boxer Ben fights hard and fair. So in the ring, you kids beware he dynamite because he knows he's got go power from Cheerios. Yes, he's got go power. There he goes. He's feeling his Cheerios Cheerios. Cheerios. Yes, it's a fact. Cheerios does give you real go power. You see, Cheerios is made from oats. And every delicious spoonful of Cheerios and milk is real muscle building food. Each spoonful contains vitamins, minerals and proteins your body needs. Yes, the good things in a Cheerios breakfast do good things for your body. Help you have healthy nerves, good red blood, strong bones and muscles. And Cheerios is so much fun to eat with its distinctive O shape and its wonderful toasted oat flavor. So tomorrow morning and every morning, start the day right with a Cheerios breakfast. Then you'll hear people say he's feeling his Cheerios. Now to continue. The trail the Lone Ranger and Toto followed was clear and led to a thick grove of trees a short distance behind the cafe. Someone left his horse here and walked away towards the back door of the cafe. I wonder if that door opens directly into the cafe. Not, no. Let me go find out. All right, Tunnel. I'll wait here for you. Tahoe cautiously approached the rear of the cafe. As he crouched to pass under a partly open window, he heard voices inside. Going on a little business trip. Want you to ride with us. Get your gun belt, then go saddle your horse. We'll be leaving about 10 minutes. Bring your horse to the back door. Just as you see. Cautiously looked through the office window. Then he moved around the corner of the building and stood waiting. Meanwhile, Bert Denning went up to his room over the cafe to get his gun belt. The rays of the early sun slanted between the buildings and Bert, glancing through the window, noticed the shadow of a figure outlined below. He leaned out the open window and looked down. He saw Toto crouch near the corner of the building and peering around it toward the back door. An engine. I don't like the way he's acting. I'll get on and find out why he's there. Bert went downstairs and without saying anything to Chuck, stepped out the back door. With a drawn gun. He cautiously moved toward the corner of the building and suddenly sprang around the corner. I reach you. I saw you from the side window. Know what you're doing here, but I'll find out first. I'll take your guns. Ton of lightning.
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Dropped his hands, grabbing Burt's gun arm. Let me take your gun. Hey, let go. Now we have guns. Do not move. It was fast action engine. What are you gonna do? You stand back. He takes bullets from guns. I'll throw gun into bushes. You'll not hurt anyone with blank cartridges. What you say? There was a Blank. You look so. That's it, Injun. You just put me wise to something. What are you gonna do now? Maybe we go talk to Sheriff. No, wait, wait. You think I'm a crook, is that it? If I prove I'm not, will you promise not to tell anyone about? Prove you're not crooked. Mean not make trouble. All right. Look at this. Oh, badge. A Texas Ranger. That's right. I'm trying to get something in a certain gang, remember? Say nothing to anyone. They're going on a job of some kind. I'm riding with them. I know, I know, but I must do it. You better leave now. Any of the men see you hanging around, they might give you trouble. Tahoe quickly went back to the grove and told the Lone Ranger what he had overheard and what had happened. Soon, three riders leading two other horses stopped at the back door of the cafe. Chuck and Bert came from the office and mounted. Then the five men rode away. Owner, cafe and young fell. Me here talking in office, riding with others. We'll follow those men and find out just what this is all about. Come on, Silver, let's. The five men rode in silence until they reached a cut with sloping sides through which the railroad tracks ran. They pulled to a stop among the trees halfway down one slope. What are we stopping here for? Well, you might as well know, Dimming. We're gonna put some logs across those tracks down there to stop the morning train. You mean you plan to rob the trains? That's right. And you're gonna help us. Any objections? Bert thought fast. He realized it would be best to play along with the crooks until he had a chance to do something. He shrugged his shoulders and answered. What made you think I'd have any objections, Mr. Powell? Glad to see you take it that way. Reckon I can trust you to let you keep your gun? Thanks. Now dismount, men. Get some logs on the tracks and trainers do. In a short time, Bert walked to the foot of the slope with the others. When Toto had shown him there were blank cartridges in his gun which he had reloaded with live ammunition Bert realized that the gang intended to kill him. As they put the logs across the tracks, he noticed that Chuck watched him closely. After the blockade was set, the outlaws and Burt move behind some large boulders. I will wait here till the train enters the cut and stops. Then we'll run out shooting. The Lone Ranger and Tonto had stopped just over the top of the slope among the trees. They moved on foot so that they could look down without being seen. There are the horses in that wooded grove and them have logs across tracks. Kimasabe. That's a gang. We've come to find Toto. They intend to stop and rob the morning train. Me see him waiting this side. A big boulder. A foot of slope. Toto. The tracks curve into that cut. The engineer can't see those heavy logs in time to stop the train. Train be wrecked if it hit logs. Yes, and if we try to flag it, they may not stop. And what we do, forget to the horses. Quickly. Come on. We must try to capture those men and remove the logs before the train comes along. At the bottom of the slope, Bert also suddenly realized what the masked man had pointed out to Toto. That the train wouldn't be able to stop in time to avoid the log. Hey, I just realized the train will be wrecked. All right. Beach. All of you. Look. He drew his gun. Act real time tough, don't it? Tin Star, you're getting on my nerves. I aim to let you live till after the robbery. But this changes things. Let him have it, Ollie. His gun's loaded with black. I'll shut him up. Holy smoke. Look. A mash man and an engine. Take cover quickly. The sudden and unexpected approach of the Lone Ranger and TTO momentarily turned the attention of the crooks from Bert Deming, who sprang behind the boulders. As the others started to follow, they faced birch. Gun I. There we are. I don't mind him. The gun's loaded with blanks. I'll get rid of. We're caught in the open. Use your guns. The outlaws were between her's gunfire and that of the Lone Ranger and tle. Realizing they had no chance when the masked man and Indian pulled to a stop, the cooks dropped their guns. He them T quickly. Keep him covered. Engine. I don't know who you two men are, but you came just at the right time. We saw what was happening. I'll go and start moving those logs. Hurry, so you can help me. Follow me, sir. While T and Bert hurriedly tied the crooks, the Lone Ranger worked frantically to remove the barricade of heavy logs. Soon he was joined by Tato and Bert. And the three men managed to get most of the the logs removed when they heard the whistle of the approaching train. Be helpless. This log. Two more. Take the smaller one. Oh, Simon. Put that last heavy one on the tracks. That should have stopped him. Then they would have killed you. We must get this big one off in time. This will work. Hastily, the Lone Ranger grabbed his lariat. He passed away one end of it securely to the log with a timber hitch. The other to the pommel of his saddle. On silver. On big fell. Full silver pro. The big stallion exerted every ounce of strength as he pulled the big log slowly from the rails. The Lone Ranger hoped fervently that the lariat wouldn't break just as the log pulled clear. Easy, big fella. Steady, boy. Steady. That was close. You just made it in time. Look, Ryder's coming. The sheriff and the posse. Maybe you better leave, mister. I don't. All right, leash out of here. Hey, I must have tried to wreck the train. Look at all the laws. Yeah, laws. You wander over near those boulders, Sheriff, you'll find them tied and ready to take to jail. But this mask don't break. Perhaps this will explain to whom it may concern. The masked man carrying this note is to be given every consideration by all legal authorities. He is a loyal American and a fine law abiding citizen. It's signed by the governor. Say, now I know you. Here's the note. Oh, thanks. As for you, young fellow, this badge will identify me. Sheriff, I'm Burt Deming of the Texas Rangers. Holy smokes. Get over and see those crooks you fellas caught. There they are. Look. Chuck Powell and Tree. Miss me? That's the gang you've been hunting, sheriff. Yes, I think Bert has enough evidence against him. I sure have, mister. The new bill stolen from the stage yesterday must be in Powell's office. Ed will clinch the case against him. Stage guard tied. They'll be held for murder. No, no. Ollie shot the guard. He's the one. Shut up, you crazy galoot. Talking themselves right into the noose. Bert, you did a very brave thing. Joining that gang to get evidence against them. Oh, if it hadn't been for you and the engine, they would have killed me. Then they'd erect and rob the tree. Bert, you're a credit to the Texas Rangers. Thanks, mister. Sheriff, you have enough men to handle the crooks. My friend and I leave now, we're heading for Pecos. We'll see you again sometime. Adios, everyone. Oh, Sheriff, I heard what was in that note, but it didn't say who that man is. Do you know? Yeah, sure. As I read that note, it came to me. You see, he's none other than the Lone Ranger. Cause champions are made not far. Yes, sir. Get on your way get on your way get on your way With Wheaties it helps a guy feel confident just knowing that champions are made not born. Otto Graham, famed quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. Made himself a champ Listen. Young Otto, on his way to fame, found football was no sissy game. Took power and speed and head work, too. And Graham learned, as champions do, that Wheaties help a guy come through. Now Otto passes for that score and still eats Wheaties even more. Otto Graham's been calling the right breakfast signal for 23 years. A big bowl of Wheaties. He man breakfast. There's a whole kernel of wheat in every Wheaties flake. Touchdown, Auto. Let's go, boy. Hey, hey, hey. He's on his way, on his way he's on his way, on his way get on your way Wheat tweeties Cause champions of eight dot bar. Yes, sir. Get on your way get on your way get on your way with Wheaties breakfast of champions. The Lone Ranger A copyrighted feature of the Lone Ranger Include Incorporated is created by George W. Trendle, produced by Twindle Campbell Muir Incorporated, directed by Charles D. Livingston and edited by Fran Stryker. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamer, your announcer, Fred Foy. The Lone Ranger is brought to you by General Mills every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at this same time time. Be sure to listen. This recorded program has come to you from Detroit. This is ABC Radio Network.
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Podcast Summary: Old Time Radio Westerns
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode: Rookie Texas Ranger | The Lone Ranger (02-04-53)
Date: February 2, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode features a digitally restored classic: The Lone Ranger – Rookie Texas Ranger (originally aired February 4, 1953). Listeners are transported into the thrilling, suspenseful world of radio Westerns where a rookie Texas Ranger, Bert Deming, goes undercover to expose a dangerous outlaw gang. The Lone Ranger and Tonto make a critical appearance, helping resolve a tense train robbery and ensuring justice is served.

Key Discussion Points & Story Highlights

1. Bert Deming's Undercover Assignment

(Starts at 04:31)

Young Texas Ranger, Bert Deming, is tasked with his first assignment by his superior:
- Go undercover in Rockton, posing as a drifter.
- Try to pick up information about the local gang that has been targeting stagecoaches and banks.
- If Bert uncovers the gang, he should inform the sheriff before making any moves.
- “If instead of sending a Ranger to take action as usual, I want you to go to Rockton secretly, a sort of undercover man.” (Captain; 04:47)
Bert lands a low-profile job at the local café, managed by Chuck Powell.

2. The Outlaws' Plans Unfold

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Chuck Powell and three henchmen plot a stagecoach heist.
Bert, working as a waiter, observes suspicious behavior and overhears snippets of their planning.
“There's something suspicious about that ombre, Chuck. He's been staring at us ever since we came out of your office.” (Gang Member; 09:48)
The gang becomes suspicious of Bert, searches his room, and discovers his Texas Ranger badge.
- They don’t confront him immediately; instead, they plot to involve him in their next crime, arming him with blanks.

3. Intervention by the Lone Ranger and Tonto

(13:25)

The Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive in the area, learn about the robberies, and begin tracking the outlaws.
“Look, Kimo Sabe. Many riders coming.” – Tonto alerts the Lone Ranger to trouble (13:47)
They cleverly deduce the outlaws’ tracks leading to the café's back entrance.

4. Tense Confrontations & Alliances

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Bert encounters Tonto behind the café, suspecting him but is quickly disarmed and warned about the blank cartridges in his gun.
Tonto realizes Bert is a Texas Ranger, and they form a quick, quiet alliance to avoid blowing his cover.
- “If I prove I’m not, will you promise not to tell anyone about it?” (Bert to Tonto; 16:20)
- “Badge…A Texas Ranger.” (Tonto; 16:42)

5. The Planned Train Robbery & Betrayal

(17:45 – 23:00)

The gang prepares to rob a train by blocking the tracks with logs; Bert is forced to participate, now aware his fate is sealed.
The Lone Ranger and Tonto spot the plot from above and realize the imminent danger.
“Train be wrecked if it hit logs.” (Tonto; 21:18)
Bert, having swapped the blanks for real ammunition (thanks to Tonto), turns on the gang when they reveal their murderous intentions.

6. Climactic Showdown & Justice Served

(23:30 – 25:45)

A firefight ensues—Bert, the Lone Ranger, and Tonto manage to subdue the outlaws.
They frantically remove the last logs from the tracks as the train whistle approaches.
With seconds to spare, the Lone Ranger uses Silver and a lariat to pull away the last obstruction.
“That was close…You just made it in time.” (Bert; 25:35)
The sheriff and posse arrive, the gang is arrested, and full justice is ensured through evidence Bert gathered.
- Lone Ranger’s note from the governor is revealed, affirming his mysterious authority.
- “He’s none other than the Lone Ranger.” (Sheriff; 26:06)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

“You’re gonna help us. Any objections?” — Chuck Powell, coercing Bert into the robbery (18:55)
“Maybe we go talk to sheriff.” — Tonto challenging Bert after the confrontation (16:59)
“He must be here to spy on us. That’s right. Only he doesn’t know we found out.” — Ollie, after finding Bert’s Texas Ranger badge (10:39)
“Badge…A Texas Ranger.” — Tonto, realizing Bert is on the side of the law (16:42)
“The masked man carrying this note is to be given every consideration by all legal authorities. He is a loyal American and a fine law abiding citizen. It’s signed by the governor.” — Sheriff, reading the Lone Ranger’s credentials (25:58)
“You’re a credit to the Texas Rangers.” — Lone Ranger to Bert (26:00)

Important Timestamps

[04:31] – Bert Deming receives his undercover assignment.
[08:30] – Bert gets hired at the café and the criminals’ plot advances.
[13:25] – Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive and assess the situation.
[15:33] – Bert and Tonto’s critical encounter behind the café.
[17:45] – Commencement of train robbery preparations.
[21:18] – Outlaws’ plan to wreck the train uncovered.
[23:30–25:45] – Climactic firefight and last-minute removal of railroad obstruction.
[25:58] – Lone Ranger’s identity affirmed by the governor’s note.
[26:06] – Sheriff recognizes and reveals the Lone Ranger’s identity.

Tone & Style

The episode maintains the suspenseful, action-driven, and morally clear tone of classic radio Westerns—featuring noble lawmen, quick-witted sidekicks, and cunning criminals. Dialogue is direct, dramatic, and emblematic of the genre, preserving the urgency and camaraderie of frontier justice.

Conclusion

Rookie Texas Ranger encapsulates the essence of the old-time Western: young heroes, devious villains, undercover intrigue, and last-second rescues—all restored with new audio clarity. The episode is a thrilling reminder of the Lone Ranger’s enduring legacy as a defender of justice, and showcases how teamwork and courage can thwart even the most desperate outlaws.

For more restored Western adventures, visit otrwesterns.com.

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Hello. I'm here during the lunch rush with Janice, who owns her own food truck. Best cheesesteaks in town. Janice traded up to Geico Commercial Auto Insurance for her food truck business. We're here where she needs us most. They sure are. We make it so easy for her to save with customised coverage that grows with her business. Sorry, I just get so emotional talking about saving folks money. Not this onion I'm chopping. It's just so beautiful. Oh, yeah, Nice.
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The onion.
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Get a commercial auto insurance quote today@geico.com and see how much you could save. It feels good to Geico.
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Back in the Old west, folks didn't run to the pharmacy every time trouble hit. They relied on the know how and natural remedies. Kind of like how Tonto always seems to have a special mixture ready for whatever came next. If you want to learn how to do that today, check out the Beginner's Guide to Herbal Remedies. Easy steps for teas, tinctures and salves. Even if you've never tried herbs before, visit otrwesterns.com herbs to learn more and get again. Otrwesterns.com herbs. Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. You can find more Western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode by special recording.
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General Mills, makers of Cheerios, the Oak cereal, Ready to Eat and Wheaties breakfast of champions, presents the Lone Ranger. A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust and the haughty high of Silver. The Lone Ranger, With his faithful Indian companion, Toto, 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. The Lone Ranger rides again. Let's go, big fellow. Silver away. When boys line up to run a race, Galloping Garden sets the pace. He comes in first because he knows he's got goal power from Cheerios. Yes, he's got goal power. There he goes. He's feeling his Cheerios. Cheerios. Cheerios. Good old Cheerios. They got go so nourishing. Cause they're made from oats. With minerals, vitamins and proteins that Your body needs. Yes, indeed. A bowl of Cheerios and milk really starts your day off right. Does all sorts of good things for your body. Helps you have strong bones and muscles, good red blood and healthy nerves. So every morning, take on a bowl of Cheerios and milk for real. Go Power. You like that wonderful toasted oat flavor, too? Downright delicious. Come to think of it, Cheerios is one of the tastiest muscle building foods you can eat. Try Cheerios and you'll hear he's feeling his Cheerios. Bert Deming, a young rookie in the Texas Rangers, entered the office of his superior officer at headquarters in Austin. You sent for me, Captain? Yes, Deming.
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Thank you, sir. I'm sending you on your first assignment. Oh, yes, sir. It may prove dangerous. Well, I'm ready, sir. A gang of outlaws is operating in the territory near Rockton. The sheriff has requested help. For the present, I'm not going to let him know we're sending help. Oh. In trying to smash this particular gang of crooks, we're going to violate our usual method of procedure. If instead of sending a Ranger to take action as usual, I want you to go to Rockton secretly, a sort of undercover man. Pose as a drifter. If possible, get a job at the cafe, try to get a line on the gang. That's all. Yes. Keep your eyes and ears open. If you do get a line on them, make yourself known to the sheriff and then move in on the game. I'll do my best, Captain. Several days later, Burt Deming entered the cafe at Rockton. Sure. There's something for you, mister? Yeah? I'd like to see the boss. Hey, Chuck. Yeah? Ms. Hombre wants to see you. All right. What do you want, stranger? You. You own this cafe? That's right. What about it? Well, frankly, I came to ask you for a job. I. I figure on staying in Rockton for a while. Yeah? You're young and healthy. Why not try one of the Rangers? I'm not much on nursing cows, mister. I'd rather work in town. I don't care what I have to do, just so's I have a job. What's your name? Bert Deming. I'm Chuck Powell. I could use another waiter if you want to try for a while. Don't pay much, though. Just shows I get enough for room and boarding. Tell you what, I'll give you room and board and five bucks a week. Take it or leave it. No, I'll take it. When do I start? Right now. Come on. I'll get your name for right. That night, Chuck Powell and three of his men met in Chuck's office in back of the cafe. I found out the morning stage is bringing in a money shipment for the bank. I want you men to get it. Aren't you going to ride with this, Chuck? Not this time. You men can handle it without me. Now get this straight. The three of you leave here at dawn. Ride to the valley and wait behind the big boulders. When the stage comes through, plug the guard. Then ride out and grab that cash. That's all. I'll be waiting for you when you come back. And be sure to cover your trail. Burke Deming had a room upstairs at the back of the building. At dawn the next morning, he was awakened by the sound of men outside. Sheriff jumped from his cot and looked out the window. He watched as the three men rode away. Later that morning, he was busy in the cafe when the sheriff entered. Just got word the Marlin stage was held up in the valley east of hand. There were three masked outlaws. They plugged the guard and got away with 10,000 in cash. I'm sure that's the same gang that's been committing other robberies around here. Sometimes there are three, sometimes four men. I'm forming a party to try to track them. All those who are willing to ride with me. Come on. Later, Bert saw Chuck Powell come from his office with the same three men who had written away that morning. They sat at a table and called for drinks. As Bert approached the table with the glasses, he caught part of their conversation. I tell you. Well? Well, what you're standing there for? Put down the drinks and beat it. Oh, yeah, yeah, sure. There's something suspicious about that ombre Chuck. Yeah. He's been staring at us ever since we came out of your office. I noticed that, too. You ought to know more about him. Hey, Ollie. Yeah, I'll keep him busy here. You leave in a few minutes. Go to his room, see what you can find. All right, boss. Ollie waited a few minutes, then nonchalantly left to go to Bert's room. A short time later, he returned. Good idea. Here, Chuck. Did you find out anything? Plenty. There's a Texas Ranger badge pinched to a shirt in his carpet bag. Yeah, that's interesting. Holy mackerel. He must be here to spy on us. That's right. Only he doesn't know we found out. Ali, did you take the badge? No. Good. No need letting them know we're wise to him till I'm ready to deal with him. What are you going to do, boss? We leave Here in the morning, ride to the cut and hold up the train. And just before we leave, I'll tell him he's riding with us. Hey, you local? Yeah. I don't get it. I know what I'm doing. Now, look, he leaves his gun in his room. Holly, you see to it that it's loaded with blanks. Oh, yeah. When we get to the cut, we'll tell him the truth and make him stick with us. Or else. And as we leave, he'll get a bullet. That afternoon, the Lone Ranger and his Indian companion, Totto rode a trail through the nearby hills. As they topped a rise, they saw a group of horsemen rounding a turn ahead of them. Look. Kimo Sabi. Many riders coming. I think it's a party. Toto. Head for the trees before they see us, in hurry. Just as the masked man and Indian reached the trees, the sheriff and the posse spotted them. The Lone Ranger and Tahoe rode at top speed for some distance. They covered their trail in shallow streams and on hard ground until they were certain they were no longer followed. It was dusk when the masked man and Indian reached a grove on the edge of town. The Lone Ranger waited while Toto went for news. Soon Totto returned. Easy, Scout. Easy, fella. What did you find out, Toto? Well, three outlaws hold up morning stage and get plenty cash. We hear men who rode in posse say, then follow one outlaw to Rocky Canyon. Then loose trail. The outlaws separated after the robbery. Ah, them all cover tracks plenty good. It's too dark to pick up a trail now. We start a door and go to Rocket Canyon. Now let's go to camp. The following morning, dawn was breaking when the Lone Ranger and Tato left camp and rode through Rocky Canyon. Toto rode a short distance away from a masked man. As they looked for tracks, the Lone Ranger turned Silver toward a long line of brush bordering a wooded grove. Easy, big fella. Easy. Oh. Oh. Steady, Silver. That brush hides a narrow gully. Hello. Come here. Come sc. Come. Hello, Scout opener. You find something? Look. Tracks of one horse in the gully. Ah. Tracks of outlaw, maybe. Yes. We'll follow them from here. Steady, Scout. You say fell. Come on, sir. Come, scout, come. The Clitton falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger adventure. Before the next exciting themes. Please permit us to pause for just a few moments. Boxer Ben fights hard and fair. So in the ring, you kids beware he dynamite because he knows he's got go power from Cheerios. Yes, he's got go power. There he goes. He's feeling his Cheerios Cheerios. Cheerios. Yes, it's a fact. Cheerios does give you real go power. You see, Cheerios is made from oats. And every delicious spoonful of Cheerios and milk is real muscle building food. Each spoonful contains vitamins, minerals and proteins your body needs. Yes, the good things in a Cheerios breakfast do good things for your body. Help you have healthy nerves, good red blood, strong bones and muscles. And Cheerios is so much fun to eat with its distinctive O shape and its wonderful toasted oat flavor. So tomorrow morning and every morning, start the day right with a Cheerios breakfast. Then you'll hear people say he's feeling his Cheerios. Now to continue. The trail the Lone Ranger and Toto followed was clear and led to a thick grove of trees a short distance behind the cafe. Someone left his horse here and walked away towards the back door of the cafe. I wonder if that door opens directly into the cafe. Not, no. Let me go find out. All right, Tunnel. I'll wait here for you. Tahoe cautiously approached the rear of the cafe. As he crouched to pass under a partly open window, he heard voices inside. Going on a little business trip. Want you to ride with us. Get your gun belt, then go saddle your horse. We'll be leaving about 10 minutes. Bring your horse to the back door. Just as you see. Cautiously looked through the office window. Then he moved around the corner of the building and stood waiting. Meanwhile, Bert Denning went up to his room over the cafe to get his gun belt. The rays of the early sun slanted between the buildings and Bert, glancing through the window, noticed the shadow of a figure outlined below. He leaned out the open window and looked down. He saw Toto crouch near the corner of the building and peering around it toward the back door. An engine. I don't like the way he's acting. I'll get on and find out why he's there. Bert went downstairs and without saying anything to Chuck, stepped out the back door. With a drawn gun. He cautiously moved toward the corner of the building and suddenly sprang around the corner. I reach you. I saw you from the side window. Know what you're doing here, but I'll find out first. I'll take your guns. Ton of lightning.
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Dropped his hands, grabbing Burt's gun arm. Let me take your gun. Hey, let go. Now we have guns. Do not move. It was fast action engine. What are you gonna do? You stand back. He takes bullets from guns. I'll throw gun into bushes. You'll not hurt anyone with blank cartridges. What you say? There was a Blank. You look so. That's it, Injun. You just put me wise to something. What are you gonna do now? Maybe we go talk to Sheriff. No, wait, wait. You think I'm a crook, is that it? If I prove I'm not, will you promise not to tell anyone about? Prove you're not crooked. Mean not make trouble. All right. Look at this. Oh, badge. A Texas Ranger. That's right. I'm trying to get something in a certain gang, remember? Say nothing to anyone. They're going on a job of some kind. I'm riding with them. I know, I know, but I must do it. You better leave now. Any of the men see you hanging around, they might give you trouble. Tahoe quickly went back to the grove and told the Lone Ranger what he had overheard and what had happened. Soon, three riders leading two other horses stopped at the back door of the cafe. Chuck and Bert came from the office and mounted. Then the five men rode away. Owner, cafe and young fell. Me here talking in office, riding with others. We'll follow those men and find out just what this is all about. Come on, Silver, let's. The five men rode in silence until they reached a cut with sloping sides through which the railroad tracks ran. They pulled to a stop among the trees halfway down one slope. What are we stopping here for? Well, you might as well know, Dimming. We're gonna put some logs across those tracks down there to stop the morning train. You mean you plan to rob the trains? That's right. And you're gonna help us. Any objections? Bert thought fast. He realized it would be best to play along with the crooks until he had a chance to do something. He shrugged his shoulders and answered. What made you think I'd have any objections, Mr. Powell? Glad to see you take it that way. Reckon I can trust you to let you keep your gun? Thanks. Now dismount, men. Get some logs on the tracks and trainers do. In a short time, Bert walked to the foot of the slope with the others. When Toto had shown him there were blank cartridges in his gun which he had reloaded with live ammunition Bert realized that the gang intended to kill him. As they put the logs across the tracks, he noticed that Chuck watched him closely. After the blockade was set, the outlaws and Burt move behind some large boulders. I will wait here till the train enters the cut and stops. Then we'll run out shooting. The Lone Ranger and Tonto had stopped just over the top of the slope among the trees. They moved on foot so that they could look down without being seen. There are the horses in that wooded grove and them have logs across tracks. Kimasabe. That's a gang. We've come to find Toto. They intend to stop and rob the morning train. Me see him waiting this side. A big boulder. A foot of slope. Toto. The tracks curve into that cut. The engineer can't see those heavy logs in time to stop the train. Train be wrecked if it hit logs. Yes, and if we try to flag it, they may not stop. And what we do, forget to the horses. Quickly. Come on. We must try to capture those men and remove the logs before the train comes along. At the bottom of the slope, Bert also suddenly realized what the masked man had pointed out to Toto. That the train wouldn't be able to stop in time to avoid the log. Hey, I just realized the train will be wrecked. All right. Beach. All of you. Look. He drew his gun. Act real time tough, don't it? Tin Star, you're getting on my nerves. I aim to let you live till after the robbery. But this changes things. Let him have it, Ollie. His gun's loaded with black. I'll shut him up. Holy smoke. Look. A mash man and an engine. Take cover quickly. The sudden and unexpected approach of the Lone Ranger and TTO momentarily turned the attention of the crooks from Bert Deming, who sprang behind the boulders. As the others started to follow, they faced birch. Gun I. There we are. I don't mind him. The gun's loaded with blanks. I'll get rid of. We're caught in the open. Use your guns. The outlaws were between her's gunfire and that of the Lone Ranger and tle. Realizing they had no chance when the masked man and Indian pulled to a stop, the cooks dropped their guns. He them T quickly. Keep him covered. Engine. I don't know who you two men are, but you came just at the right time. We saw what was happening. I'll go and start moving those logs. Hurry, so you can help me. Follow me, sir. While T and Bert hurriedly tied the crooks, the Lone Ranger worked frantically to remove the barricade of heavy logs. Soon he was joined by Tato and Bert. And the three men managed to get most of the the logs removed when they heard the whistle of the approaching train. Be helpless. This log. Two more. Take the smaller one. Oh, Simon. Put that last heavy one on the tracks. That should have stopped him. Then they would have killed you. We must get this big one off in time. This will work. Hastily, the Lone Ranger grabbed his lariat. He passed away one end of it securely to the log with a timber hitch. The other to the pommel of his saddle. On silver. On big fell. Full silver pro. The big stallion exerted every ounce of strength as he pulled the big log slowly from the rails. The Lone Ranger hoped fervently that the lariat wouldn't break just as the log pulled clear. Easy, big fella. Steady, boy. Steady. That was close. You just made it in time. Look, Ryder's coming. The sheriff and the posse. Maybe you better leave, mister. I don't. All right, leash out of here. Hey, I must have tried to wreck the train. Look at all the laws. Yeah, laws. You wander over near those boulders, Sheriff, you'll find them tied and ready to take to jail. But this mask don't break. Perhaps this will explain to whom it may concern. The masked man carrying this note is to be given every consideration by all legal authorities. He is a loyal American and a fine law abiding citizen. It's signed by the governor. Say, now I know you. Here's the note. Oh, thanks. As for you, young fellow, this badge will identify me. Sheriff, I'm Burt Deming of the Texas Rangers. Holy smokes. Get over and see those crooks you fellas caught. There they are. Look. Chuck Powell and Tree. Miss me? That's the gang you've been hunting, sheriff. Yes, I think Bert has enough evidence against him. I sure have, mister. The new bill stolen from the stage yesterday must be in Powell's office. Ed will clinch the case against him. Stage guard tied. They'll be held for murder. No, no. Ollie shot the guard. He's the one. Shut up, you crazy galoot. Talking themselves right into the noose. Bert, you did a very brave thing. Joining that gang to get evidence against them. Oh, if it hadn't been for you and the engine, they would have killed me. Then they'd erect and rob the tree. Bert, you're a credit to the Texas Rangers. Thanks, mister. Sheriff, you have enough men to handle the crooks. My friend and I leave now, we're heading for Pecos. We'll see you again sometime. Adios, everyone. Oh, Sheriff, I heard what was in that note, but it didn't say who that man is. Do you know? Yeah, sure. As I read that note, it came to me. You see, he's none other than the Lone Ranger. Cause champions are made not far. Yes, sir. Get on your way get on your way get on your way With Wheaties it helps a guy feel confident just knowing that champions are made not born. Otto Graham, famed quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. Made himself a champ Listen. Young Otto, on his way to fame, found football was no sissy game. Took power and speed and head work, too. And Graham learned, as champions do, that Wheaties help a guy come through. Now Otto passes for that score and still eats Wheaties even more. Otto Graham's been calling the right breakfast signal for 23 years. A big bowl of Wheaties. He man breakfast. There's a whole kernel of wheat in every Wheaties flake. Touchdown, Auto. Let's go, boy. Hey, hey, hey. He's on his way, on his way he's on his way, on his way get on your way Wheat tweeties Cause champions of eight dot bar. Yes, sir. Get on your way get on your way get on your way with Wheaties breakfast of champions. The Lone Ranger A copyrighted feature of the Lone Ranger Include Incorporated is created by George W. Trendle, produced by Twindle Campbell Muir Incorporated, directed by Charles D. Livingston and edited by Fran Stryker. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamer, your announcer, Fred Foy. 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