Silver Bridle Ornament | The Lone Ranger (04-10-50)

Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast Summary

Episode: "Silver Bridle Ornament | The Lone Ranger (04-10-50)"

Release Date: January 20, 2025
Host: Andrew Rynes
Transcript Duration: Approximately 30 minutes

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Introduction to the Wild West and Main Characters

The episode opens with a vivid portrayal of the Wild West, setting the stage for a classic tale of justice and intrigue. The narrator introduces The Lone Ranger, a masked vigilante dedicated to maintaining law and order in the untamed frontier, accompanied by his loyal Native American companion, Toto.

• Narrator [01:18]:
  "A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty high O 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."

Silver, The Lone Ranger's trusty horse, is highlighted as an essential partner in his quests for justice.

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The Train Robbery and Initial Investigation

The tranquility of the plains is disrupted by a train robbery. The Lone Ranger and Toto observe the aftermath, noticing signs of a hold-up and evidence pointing to the culprits' escape route.

• Narrator [03:51]:
  "Toto and the Lone Ranger stopped their horses on the edge of a high plateau. They could see the sweeping plain below, across which a train moved along the shiny rails toward a group of low rocky foothills."

• Lone Ranger [04:14]:
  "Listen to that, Toto. Something must be wrong. Sounds like trouble in that valley. Let's go down there, Prado."

Upon investigation, they discover a strong box indicating a successful hold-up and a small disc of beaten silver, an ornament from a horse's bridle, which becomes a crucial clue.

• Lone Ranger [05:26]:
  "Yes, and they haven't had much of a start. Here's something else. What you find this small disc of beaten silver. It's an ornament from a horse's bridle. May come in handy."

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The Accusation Against Bill Ames

In the nearby town of Redford, the news of the robbery spreads, leading to suspicions falling on Bill Ames, the trusted cashier of the local bank.

• Calvin Blair [06:45]:
  "Sure's coming down like old blazes outside. Just our luck to have a storm break and cover up the trail of them outlaws."

• Sheriff [07:14]:
  "Well, maybe so, but a few months ago, my bank did take a loss when outlaws held up a payroll we were sending over to the mining company at Rimstone. It must be the same gang."

Suspicion escalates when Calvin Blair questions Bill Ames about missing money, leading to an altercation in the cafe where Ames is found with brand new currency in his pocket.

• Calvin Blair [09:27]:
  "What's that sticking out of your jacket pocket, Bill? You forget to mail a letter your wife gave you, maybe?"

• Sheriff [10:12]:
  "Why, of course. He didn't have it when he left the bank. I remember now. We checked the bank money together and I put all of it away."

Despite Ames's denials, the evidence mounts against him, prompting his arrest.

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The Lone Ranger's Investigation and Tactical Moves

Unbeknownst to the sheriff and Calvin Blair, the Lone Ranger suspects Ames's innocence. Toto informs him of the developments, leading to strategic actions to uncover the truth.

• Lone Ranger [11:54]:
  "If Bill Ames were guilty, Tonto, it doesn't seem to me he'd be stupid enough to leave the envelope containing the money sticking out of his jacket pocket."

The Lone Ranger and Toto decide to infiltrate the situation further, with the Ranger communicating instructions to Toto to gather more information.

• Lone Ranger [12:22]:
  "We're going to town right now. Tuttle here. Silver."

Through careful observation and tactical planning, they discover inconsistencies in Calvin Blair's account and gather more evidence linking him to the robbery.

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Confrontation and Revelation in the Shack

As tensions rise, Calvin Blair attempts to manipulate the situation by sending a misleading note to the sheriff, intending to divert suspicion and secure his position within the outlaw gang.

• Calvin Blair [21:52]:
  "Now see he can't talk himself out of this, mister. We'll get the truth about these others. But we're taking you in the Indian along too."

The Lone Ranger confronts Blair and his accomplices in a secluded shack, leading to a fierce showdown. Using his wit and combat skills, the Ranger overcomes the outlaws, revealing Blair's true identity as the gang's leader.

• Lone Ranger [25:40]:
  "You hold on. Sheriff, here's an ornament from a bridle that was found at the place where the train was held up. But found behind the boulders where the outlaws hid their horses."

• Calvin Blair [26:01]:
  "There's Mr. Blair. What's he doing here with these crooks? I reckon this master hombre and the Indian kidnapped him."

In the climactic moments, the Lone Ranger exposes Blair's deceit, using the silver bullet as a pivotal piece of evidence to secure victory.

• Lone Ranger [27:18]:
  "Cal Blair put that envelope in his pocket. This is the gang of outlaws you've been hunting. And Cal Blair is our leader."

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Resolution and Restoration of Justice

With Blair apprehended and his gang disbanded, justice is restored in Redford. The sheriff acknowledges the Lone Ranger's role in uncovering the truth, leading to the release of Bill Ames and the arrest of the corrupt outlaws.

• Lone Ranger [28:01]:
  "Give my regards to Bill Ames when you release him. I'm sure you and your men can take care of Blair and his gang."

The episode concludes with the Lone Ranger and Toto departing, leaving behind a town free from the shadow of corruption and ready to embrace peace once more.

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Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Lone Ranger [04:14]:
  "Listen to that, Toto. Something must be wrong. Sounds like trouble in that valley. Let's go down there, Prado."

• Calvin Blair [10:24]:
  "Ames, you aren't very smart or you wouldn't have left this sticking out of your pocket. So as it could be noticed."

• Sheriff [17:30]:
  "Very well."

• Lone Ranger [25:36]:
  "This will settle you. Not through with you yet, Blair."

• Calvin Blair [26:33]:
  "Blair. He's the Lone Ranger."

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Conclusion

"Silver Bridle Ornament | The Lone Ranger (04-10-50)" is a masterful rendition of classic Western heroism, showcasing the Lone Ranger's unwavering commitment to justice. Through meticulous storytelling and rich audio restoration, the episode immerses listeners in a tale of betrayal, courage, and redemption, echoing the timeless appeal of Old Time Radio Westerns.

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Transcript

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[Student]

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[Andrew Rines]

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[Narrator]

A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty high O 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.

[Student]

Silver.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Calvin Blair]

Come on, Silver.

[Student]

Let go, big house. I am Silver.

[Narrator]

Toto and the Lone Ranger stopped their horses on the edge of a high plateau. They could see the sweeping plain below, across which a train moved along the shiny rails toward a group of low rocky foothills. They watched as the train sped out of sight into a valley. Then they listened attentively as they heard the train whistle tooting frantically.

[Lone Ranger]

Listen to that, Toto. Something must be wrong. Sounds like trouble in that valley. Let's go down there, Prado.

[Narrator]

It took about 20 minutes for the two men to reach the entrance to the valley. As they turned into the valley alongside the tracks, the train was just pulling out of the other end. As it continued its journey, the masked man and Indian rode to the place where the train had stopped and pulled rain.

[Lone Ranger]

There's evidence of a hold up Tahoe. Those logs tossed to one side there must have been piled on the tracks to stop the train. Easy city. Let's look around.

[Student]

That's right. Outlaws wait behind boulders yonder maybe.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, we look there. You're right, Toto. Hoof marks show there are four or five horses waiting here.

[Student]

That's right. And boot marks go to tracks, then come back to horses.

[Lone Ranger]

Here's a strong box with a lock shot off and say the hold up succeeded and that they took the money away in their saddlebags.

[Student]

Them leave trail. It's easy to follow, Kimasabi.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, and they haven't had much of a start. Here's something else. What you find this small disc of beaten silver. It's an ornament from a horse's bridle. May come in handy. All right. Let's get the horses and follow the trail of those outlaws. Toto.

[Andrew Rines]

Easy.

[Student]

Steady, Scout. Easy, fellas. Count.

[Narrator]

For a short time, the lone Range and Tonto followed the trail left by the train robbers. Then, as the sun disappeared behind dark clouds and a rumble of thunder was heard, Tato spoke not good.

[Student]

Storm come wash out outlaw trail. Kimasabe. Yes.

[Lone Ranger]

You'll have to give up if it rains hard.

[Student]

He already feel drops of rain.

[Lone Ranger]

Here it comes. I have to give up for the time being and head back to our camp. Let's hurry.

[Narrator]

Meantime, the news of the train robbery had spread through the nearby town of Redford. The train had arrived, bringing several wounded men. After the sheriff had questioned the train crew and some of the passengers, he returned to his office. The storm had broken. As he hurried in from the downpour, he saw Calvin Blair, the town banker, waiting.

[Calvin Blair]

Hi, Cal. Sure's coming down like old blazes outside. Just our luck to have a storm break and cover up the trail of them outlaws.

[Sheriff]

Tarnation. Take it they got away with new currency. $10,000 of it that was coming to my bank.

[Student]

I was just saying to Mr. Blair, it's a good thing they got it before we signed in at the bank. As it is, the express company will have to take the loss.

[Sheriff]

Well, maybe so, but a few months ago, my bank did take a loss when outlaws held up a payroll we were sending over to the mining company at Rimstone. It must be the same gang.

[Calvin Blair]

Funny how they get to know about such shipments, Cal.

[Sheriff]

That's what stumps me, too. Only two of us at the bank know about them. The cashier, Bill Ames and myself.

[Calvin Blair]

Do you reckon young Ames is trustworthy, Cal? It would be easy for him to pass the word to someone connected with that gang.

[Sheriff]

I have always trusted Bill. I'd hate to feel he was doing anything like that. But.

[Narrator]

What?

[Sheriff]

Nothing. Nothing at all.

[Lone Ranger]

Sheriff.

[Calvin Blair]

I got a feeling you do suspect Billy.

[Sheriff]

No, I didn't say that, Sheriff. In fact, I have no reason outside of him knowing about the shipments ahead of time to suspect Bill. You can't accuse a man of something like that, you know, without having proof.

[Calvin Blair]

That's right, we can't. But it won't hurt to sort of keep an eye on Bill, just in case.

[Narrator]

Bill Ames, a nice appearing young man and cashier of the bank, lived in a small house on the edge of town with his young wife Anna. At dusk after the bank closed that evening, Bill hurried into the house.

[Student]

Anna, I hear the kitchen, dear. Supper ready yet, honey? My, why the big hurry, Bill? Mr. Blair invited us to go to the Mr. Show that's in town tonight. The rain is over and I promised we'd meet him in front of the opera house early so as to get good seats. Oh, that's wonderful. I'll hurry to supper then. It won't take me but a few minutes to get ready. Now you run along and wash, dear. By the time you've finished, I'll have supper on the table.

[Narrator]

That night after the show, Calvin Blair suggested that they take Anna home and then stop at the cafe to see if there was any news of the outlaws. After leaving Anna at the house, the two men went to the cafe.

[Sheriff]

Bill, there's the sheriff and his deputies.

[Lone Ranger]

The bar. We'll go join them, Bill.

[Calvin Blair]

All righty, Cal.

[Sheriff]

Howdy.

[Calvin Blair]

Hi, Bill.

[Student]

Hi, Sheriff.

[Sheriff]

I don't suppose there's any news, Sheriff?

[Calvin Blair]

No. No use trying to trail those outlaws after the heavy storm, Cal. You know, I didn't expect I'd be seeing you names in here at this hour.

[Sheriff]

We went to the minstrel show. Sure, a big crowd there tonight. I got jostled here to death before we got in and out.

[Student]

Oh yeah, I was there too.

[Calvin Blair]

What's that sticking out of your jacket pocket, Bill? You forget to mail a letter your wife gave you, maybe? Letter?

[Student]

I haven't any letter in my pocket. In fact, I haven't anything. Where did this envelope come from, I wonder?

[Calvin Blair]

Sure is kind of thick. And the flaps just tucked in.

[Student]

That's strange. Now see what's inside.

[Lone Ranger]

Hey, man alive.

[Student]

Paper money. New bills too. I don't get this.

[Calvin Blair]

I didn't see that. Well, well, $500 in new greenbacks.

[Sheriff]

Who knows? See here, Bill, if that's money you should have put in the vault before you left, it's risky.

[Student]

No better than that, Mr. Blair. I didn't have that in my pocket when I left the bank or my house.

[Calvin Blair]

I'm sure you didn't.

[Sheriff]

Why, of course. He didn't have it when he left the bank. I remember now. We checked the bank money together and I put all of it away.

[Lone Ranger]

Uh huh.

[Calvin Blair]

Ames, you aren't very smart or you wouldn't have left this sticking out of your pocket. So as it could be noticed.

[Student]

What do you mean?

[Sheriff]

Yes, explain, Sheriff.

[Calvin Blair]

All right, I'll explain. All right. The way I figure, Bill tipped off that outlaw gang about the money shipment. Wait a minute, I didn't. Men in the crowd at the show tonight, one of them slipped this into your pocket as your payoff.

[Sheriff]

I tell you, I see here, Sheriff, I'm sure you're mistaken. Bill, you must have an explanation for this money. Tell the sheriff about it.

[Student]

I don't know anything about it. I don't know how it got into my pocket.

[Calvin Blair]

It's brand new money.

[Student]

Oh, yeah, like the bills that were stolen. He must have tipped them off.

[Calvin Blair]

Bill, I'm taking you over to the jail on suspicion. There's no doubt this is part of the loot taken from the train today. And it'll be better for you to tell the truth.

[Student]

But I have told the truth. I don't know anything about that money or about the gang that held up the train.

[Sheriff]

I don't know what to say, Bill. I trusted you like a son. And you and I were the only ones who knew about those shipments. Naturally, under the circumstances, I. I have to believe the sheriff is right.

[Student]

But I.

[Calvin Blair]

By thunder, of course I'm right. Come on, Ames. We're taking you over to the jail right now.

[Student]

I tell you.

[Narrator]

After the sheriff, along with the deputy and the banker, left the cafe to take Bill Ames to jail, Totto, who had been in the cafe trying to get a line on the outlaws, slipped out the back door and rode to the camp not far away, which he shared with the Lone Ranger. Tonto told him what had happened. The Lone Ranger thought for a moment, then spoke.

[Lone Ranger]

If Bill Ames were guilty, Tonto, it doesn't seem to me he'd be stupid enough to leave the envelope containing the money sticking out of his jacket pocket. Now, would he pull it out in front of the sheriff and Blair? If it contains some of the new.

[Student]

Currency, that what me think, Kimasabe. Me watch close and young Puller act curious when he open an envelope.

[Lone Ranger]

You heard Blair say that he and Bill Ames were the only ones who knew about such shipments.

[Student]

Not right, you hear Bankers say that in cafe.

[Lone Ranger]

We're going to town right now. Tuttle here. Silver.

[Student]

Steady, scout. Steady box. What we do in town?

[Lone Ranger]

There are only two cells at the Redford jail tunnel and they're both at the back. I'm going to try to talk to young Ames through the cell window.

[Student]

Watch me do.

[Lone Ranger]

Blair's house is at the end of the main street street. I want you to Go to his table in back of the house and do a bit of investigating. All right, let's get going. Steady. Easy, big fellow.

[Student]

He's got easy fell.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto reached the shadows on the edge of town and stopped for a moment.

[Lone Ranger]

There's Blair's house over there. Tano. I'll ride up the back way to the jail. When you finish what I told you to do, meet me there in the grove.

[Student]

Ah, me come there soon. Now, you be careful.

[Lone Ranger]

I shall. Hurry.

[Student]

We have a lot to do. Adios.

[Lone Ranger]

Adios.

[Student]

Get him up. Scout wants over.

[Narrator]

Moving cautiously to the back of the jail, the masked man quickly reached the window. Though heavily barred, the window was open. A single lantern hanging in the corridor beyond the bars of the cells cast a flickering light. He pulled himself up. Inside, Bill Ames sat despondently on the edge of the cot with head in hands. The masked man called in a low voice.

[Lone Ranger]

Bill. Bill Ames.

[Calvin Blair]

Who's that?

[Lone Ranger]

Be quiet. Come to the window.

[Student]

Your mask. You must be the one.

[Lone Ranger]

Easy, Bill, easy. I came to help you, believe me. When did you decide to go to that show?

[Student]

Not until Mr. Blair invited me and my wife to go with him after the bank closed.

[Lone Ranger]

I see.

[Student]

Now look. That mask. Why should I tell you?

[Lone Ranger]

Couldn't be in a worse spot. What chance are you taking? Forget the mask right now. Did you sit near anyone who might have had?

[Student]

I sat between Anna and Mr. Blair. We weren't in the crowd. We got there early and came out the side door. I've been framed.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, I believe you have, Bill. I have a few more questions to ask, then I'll leave.

[Narrator]

Meantime, inside the sheriff's office in front of the jail, the sheriff was speaking to two deputies.

[Calvin Blair]

Hank, you stay here and keep your eyes open.

[Student]

Where are you and Jim going?

[Calvin Blair]

Sheriff, News of Ames arrest has got around like Wildfire Gang will expect. We'll try to get him to talk. I've been thinking they might try to break him out tonight. Jim and I'll go between the buildings and watch around back for a while. Come on, Jim. Let's go.

[Student]

You're right, Sheriff.

[Calvin Blair]

Move easy like. We'll stay in the shadows near the back corner of the building. We'll take turns relieving Hank in the office.

[Student]

Yeah. All right. Here's the corner of the building.

[Lone Ranger]

Be able to make.

[Student]

Hey, somebody's around here. Up peow. Great day. One's at the window talking to be.

[Calvin Blair]

Sneak up on him and take him. Come on.

[Narrator]

Quietly, the two lawmen slid around the corner, guns ready. Then Moved quickly up behind the masked man as he dropped from the window ledge.

[Calvin Blair]

Reach, mister, and don't make a move. We both got you covered. One false move and you'll get a bullet pronto.

[Narrator]

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

[Calvin Blair]

It.

[Narrator]

Now to continue. As the Lone Ranger dropped from the ledge of the cell window where he had been talking to Bill Ames, the sheriff and a deputy moved up behind him with drawn guns and ordered him to reach. The Lone Ranger immediately raised his hands and stood facing the wall of the building until the sheriff spoke again.

[Calvin Blair]

Turn around and do it careful, mister. The moon's bright enough for us to see any move you make.

[Lone Ranger]

Very well.

[Student]

Hey, look. He's mashed, Sheriff.

[Calvin Blair]

Yeah, he's one of the gang, all right. Having him come here to talk to Ames convinced me more than ever. Ames was in with him.

[Lone Ranger]

You're easily convinced, Sheriff.

[Calvin Blair]

None of your smart talk, mister. We'll take you inside. I reckon between you and Ames, we ought to find out plenty. One of the crew of that train was killed. So you're both hanged for murder.

[Student]

He'll be lucky if he unleashed before morning.

[Calvin Blair]

Way he's smiling, don't look like he's much worried right now.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm not, Sheriff.

[Student]

You both gun huddle.

[Calvin Blair]

Somebody snuck up behind us.

[Lone Ranger]

Better do as he says, Sheriff.

[Student]

You drop guns, quick.

[Calvin Blair]

All right, all right. Drop your gun, Jim.

[Narrator]

As the two men dropped their guns, the Lone Ranger stooped quickly and picked them up. Then he threw them into the shadows to one side.

[Lone Ranger]

You can get your guns after we leave, Sheriff. Adios.

[Calvin Blair]

Hey, come here.

[Student]

Now me wait and grow. See men come round built.

[Lone Ranger]

Good thing you did.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Tonto had raced straight back through the grove so that the trees and deep shadows made it easy to escape the bullets fired haphazardly after them by the sheriff and deputy. They reached a shallow stream and followed along in the water for some distance in case they were trailed later. Then they circled around and finally came back to the edge of town. From the other direction, they stopped to rest the horses behind some large boulders.

[Lone Ranger]

I haven't had a chance to ask what you found out, Toto.

[Student]

Well, me take look inside banker's stable. Kim savvy? Me used piece of candle. Me carrying saddlebag. Me fine riding gear hanging near stall. Well, one ornament missing from bridal. Other ornament still on bridle. And it match one you find in valley.

[Lone Ranger]

That convinces me. Blair Frame Young Ames Matright. If he had those new bills to slip into Ames pocket, you may still have the rest of that money. Toto, I'm going to print a note and I'll tell you what to do and what to say. I hope to force Blair into a move that will help us catch him red handed.

[Narrator]

A short time later, Calvin Blair sat going over some papers in the living room of his home when he heard a knock at the door.

[Sheriff]

Who can let me coming here this late? Well Indian, what do you want?

[Student]

A peloron trail him say bring you this note.

[Sheriff]

Step in a minute. So somebody on the trail gave you a note to bring here.

[Student]

That right. Him say come big house, west end town and give silver dollar. Me bring note.

[Sheriff]

Let me have it. We decided we.

[Calvin Blair]

Did.

[Sheriff]

You read what this says?

[Student]

That not way Indian write.

[Sheriff]

Read only Indian sign writing. Ah, well that's all right then. What did the hombre who gave you this note look like?

[Student]

Him have cover on Face may not know.

[Sheriff]

Uh huh. Was he heavy set? Sort of.

[Student]

Maybe.

[Sheriff]

Yeah, I reckon I guessed right. All right Indian, you can clear out now. Better have another look at this. We decided we want our cut tonight. Bring the cash to the hideout or something might happen there. He wouldn't sign it, but I know it was that Rusty Hoop printed this all right. He's been trying to get the other two stirred up for some time now. Indian hinted he was heavy set. Rusty wanted to keep me guessing as to which one I'm actually send it, huh? By thunder. I'll take the money out like they want. But I'll have a showdown with Rusty this time. It'll teach him who's running things.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Tonto waited in the shadows until finally they saw Calvin Blair leave the house with a small bag and head for the stable. A short time later they saw Blair mount in front of the stable then head out to the trail that led into the hills.

[Lone Ranger]

He fell for tottle. There he goes. Now. We'll ride along behind the buildings on this side of town until we reach the one opposite the sheriff's office. We'll go between the buildings then and come out onto the main street.

[Student]

And why we do that?

[Lone Ranger]

We notice that the sheriff and his men gave up trying to trail us from the back of the jail. Their horses are still standing saddled at the hitch racket his office. Someone will see us. They'll be sure to follow.

[Student]

Then we trail Blair and lead posse to outlaw hideout.

[Lone Ranger]

That's a general idea. All right. Let's get going. We have to work fast. Easy.

[Narrator]

A few minutes later, the sheriff and some of the posse were in his office discussing the escape of the two men they had tried to trail.

[Calvin Blair]

By thunder, boys. I should have known that masked man wouldn't be out back alone. I still get wrangled when I think how they outsmarted Jim and me. We didn't get far trailing them either. Man alive, it sure would be a feather in our caps if we'd been able to catch him. Reckon the rest of you men might as well head for home until morning. No use in wasting time or.

[Student]

Holy mackerel. Look. It's the two outlaws. Yeah, they're heading west.

[Calvin Blair]

The moon's bright as day.

[Student]

Let's follow.

[Calvin Blair]

Well, what are we waiting for? Let's get out of here and hit Leatherman this time. Maybe we can cut sign on them without losing their trail. Come on.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Tottle raced at top speed along the trail until in the distance, they saw the outline of Calvin Blair as he topped a rise ahead. Later, in a shack set in a small, secluded hollow, three men lay resting on blankets on the floor. A lighted lamp on a table to one side cast a flickering glow in the shack. Suddenly, one of them, known as Rusty, sat up and called to the other two.

[Student]

Hey, Wes. Zach, what's the matter? Yeah, what do you. Someone's riding up. Have your gun ready. Who do you think it is? He's not trying to sneak up on us anyway.

[Lone Ranger]

It's the boy.

[Sheriff]

Yes, it's me, all right. I reckon this was your idea. Rusty.

[Student]

Rusty, what are you talking about? What's that?

[Sheriff]

You know doggone well what it is. It's a note you sent to me by that Indian. That's what ninja. I brought the cash like you said to. But I'm telling you, Rusty, this is the last time I'm gonna take.

[Student]

Oh, wait a minute. Wait a minute. Hold on. I don't savvy this. What's all the excitement, Cal? Rusty didn't send any Indian that we know of. That's right. Nor any note either.

[Lone Ranger]

Now, let me see.

[Student]

We decided we want our cut tonight. Bring the cash to the hideout or something might happen. Hey, this is some kind of a trick cat.

[Sheriff]

You mean you didn't meet an Indian on the trail?

[Student]

He hasn't been out of this shack. None of us have.

[Sheriff]

Well, then who sent that note to me?

[Lone Ranger]

I did reach.

[Student]

Hey, look in the doorway. A mask ombre. He's got the drop on us.

[Sheriff]

Well, calm down, you fool.

[Student]

I'll get him.

[Calvin Blair]

No, you won't. No.

[Sheriff]

The light.

[Student]

He shot out the light.

[Narrator]

As the light went out, the Lone Ranger flattened against the wall a moment. Then, as the outlaws moved forward into a bright beam of moonlight streaming through the windows, he could see their faces.

[Lone Ranger]

You're the one I'm after first.

[Narrator]

Blair, where are you? In a few moments, the men became used to the moonlight streaming through the windows. Sam headed for the door.

[Student]

I'm getting out of here.

[Calvin Blair]

Can you not leave where she'll be?

[Student]

I'll trap him.

[Lone Ranger]

This will settle you. Not through with you yet, Blair.

[Narrator]

For a few moments in the shadowy interior of the shack, the Lone Ranger threw some sledgehammer blows right and left. One of the others got to his feet, but Tottle promptly pelled him again. Then, under the rain of blows, landed by the masked man. Alvin Blair went down and stayed down.

[Calvin Blair]

Wait.

[Sheriff]

Wait no more.

[Lone Ranger]

Light the lamp.

[Student]

I give light without glass shade. Oh, here, lantern. He like that too.

[Calvin Blair]

Reach, mister. You too, Indian. At last we. Great day. Look it on the floor.

[Student]

Hey, look.

[Calvin Blair]

There's Mr. Blair. What's he doing here with these crooks? I reckon this master hombre and the Indian kidnapped him. Brought him here for getting one of the gang. Young age.

[Sheriff]

Yes, yes, that's it, Sheriff. He's the leader of the gang. They had a falling out over the loot.

[Calvin Blair]

Never mind, Cal. We'll see that they all hang for what they did.

[Student]

Now, wait. Wait a minute. Cal Blair can't. Can't get away with that.

[Lone Ranger]

I wondered if you'd let him.

[Student]

We don't know who that mask armory is. But Cal leads this gang. He planned to hold up.

[Calvin Blair]

Hold on. You can't tell me that you.

[Lone Ranger]

You hold on. Sheriff, here's an ornament from a bridle that was found at the place where the train was held up. But found behind the boulders where the outlaws hid their horses.

[Calvin Blair]

But I don't see.

[Lone Ranger]

You'll find that came from Blair's bridle. I tricked him with a note. He came out here bringing the stolen money. In the bag there on the table.

[Student]

This is the new money.

[Lone Ranger]

My friend and I followed him here after getting you to follow us by sunder.

[Calvin Blair]

You're the hombre we almost caught back of the jail tonight.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes. I talked to Ames. I was convinced he was framed. Cal Blair put that envelope in his pocket. This is the gang of outlaws you've been hunting. And Cal Blair is our leader.

[Calvin Blair]

Now see here, you can't talk yourself out of this, mister. We'll get the truth about these others. But we're taking you in the Indian along too.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, wait a minute. Does this mean anything to you?

[Calvin Blair]

A bullet. Looks like a silver bullet.

[Lone Ranger]

It is.

[Calvin Blair]

Hey, maybe I. What's that Indian's name?

[Lone Ranger]

Toto.

[Calvin Blair]

And the name of your horse?

[Lone Ranger]

Silver. Great day.

[Calvin Blair]

No wonder you did all this. I sure catch on. Now, mister. And I reckon I owe you an apology.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, that's not necessary, Sheriff. Give my regards to Bill Ames when you release him. I'm sure you and your men can take care of Blair and his gang. Now let's go. Fellow.

[Sheriff]

Sheriff, why do you listen to these owl hoots and to that masked man? I give you my word.

[Calvin Blair]

Oh, shut up. Your word couldn't stack up against his in a hundred years. Blair. He's the Lone Ranger.

[Student]

SA.

[Narrator]

This is a feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated, created by George W. Trendle, produced by Trendle Campbell Enterprises, directed by Charles D. Livingston and edited by Fran Stryker. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamed.

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