Smuggler’s Boss | The Lone Ranger (05-08-42)

Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns: The Lone Ranger – "Smuggler’s Boss" (05-08-42) Originally aired: May 8, 1942 | Podcast Release: March 16, 2026 Host: Andrew Rhynes

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Episode Overview

In this classic Lone Ranger adventure, "Smuggler’s Boss," the masked hero and his faithful companion Tonto unravel a web of deception surrounding the escape of a notorious smuggler, Lou Gorman. As the tale unfolds, the Lone Ranger adopts a dangerous disguise to catch the true leader of a relentless smuggling ring, while townsfolk grapple with suspicion, loss, and the quest for justice. With crisp, restored audio, the episode delivers intrigue, daring showdowns, and a powerful showdown between good and evil.

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Key Discussion Points & Plot Highlights

1. The Firestorm Begins: Lou Gorman’s Escape (04:06–06:37)

• Lou Gorman, convicted smuggler, seizes his chance to outwit a lone guard and breaks out of jail.
• Gorman defends his innocence, arguing, “The fact that smugglers own proves it...they framed the case against me.” (04:49, Luke Gorman)
• He offers to reveal the “real head” of the smuggling operation to clear his name—setting his own escape into motion.

2. The Lone Ranger’s Plan & Sally’s Resolve (06:57–09:00)

• Tonto spreads news of the escape, urging the community to be on guard.
• Sally Marker, whose father (the former sheriff) was killed in pursuit of these smugglers, vows to see Gorman brought to justice, telling her mother, “He killed Pa. That was never proved, but we know he did it.” (08:24, Sally Marker)
• Sally reveals she knows of Gorman’s secret hideout—a cave outside town—placing herself in danger.

3. The Conspiracy Deepens (11:23–12:11)

• Mrs. Prindle, seemingly a caring neighbor, secretly communicates with Jenks (Jinx), the gang’s operative: “She knows about the cave. If she gets there, she’s likely to find Gorman. Tell Gorman to wait there till we send further orders.” (11:30, Mrs. Prindle)
• The sinister undercurrent is revealed as Mrs. Prindle orders Sally to be tied up, realizing she “knows too much.”

4. Cave Confrontations & Disguises (12:11–15:39)

• Sally bravely approaches the cave, only to be caught by “Gorman.” She attempts to bluff him, insisting, “You killed my father. You’re going to pay for it this time.” (13:19, Sally Marker)
• A tense standoff ensues; Sally is tied up but covertly has a hidden gun, unknown to “Gorman.”
• The truth is unveiled when “Gorman” reveals himself as the Lone Ranger, explaining, “The recapture of Gorman was kept a secret so I could come here. I posed as Lou Gorman in the hope of capturing more of his gang.” (15:26, Lone Ranger)

5. Sally’s Doubt Turns to Trust (19:17–21:13)

• Sally initially refuses to believe the Lone Ranger’s story, holding him at gunpoint.
• The Ranger drops his disguise, evoking recognition: “Did he ever tell you about a horse called Silver and the man who rode him?” (19:27, Lone Ranger) — Sally realizes the truth.

6. Mrs. Prindle Revealed as the Smugglers’ Mastermind (21:39–26:59)

• Back in town, Mrs. Prindle and Jinx conspire to dispose of Sally “over the border,” solidifying her position as the secret head of the smuggling ring.
• Mrs. Prindle’s duplicity is finally unmasked when she invites Sally and her mother to her house under false pretenses, then orders her men: “There they are, Scar. You two are in for the surprise of your life. Meet Scar Fenner and Red Mason.” (26:28, Mrs. Prindle)
• Sally, now alert to the danger, exclaims, “Now I see, Lord Pringle, you’re the leader of the smugglers. Well, you smooth talking simper and old cat, you’re to blame for the death of my father.” (26:58)

7. The Trap Springs: Justice Delivered (27:39–31:19)

• As Sally’s escape triggers the climax, the Lone Ranger is escorted to the livery stable for a supposed getaway.
• Jinx and the gang realize the deception: “He’s the Lone Ranger!” (28:46, Jinx)
• The law, with Tonto’s help, springs its trap: “Get hands up. Not while I can fight you tonight.” (29:46, Lone Ranger)
• In the galloping action, Sally and her mother are rescued, confessions secured, and the entire smuggling outfit—including Mrs. Prindle—is apprehended.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On being framed:
  “It’d be bad enough if I was guilty of smuggling. Being innocent, I just can’t stand it.” – Luke Gorman (05:25)
• On the Lone Ranger’s courage:
  “My pa was a sheriff. He told me a few things about dealing with crooks...You made a mistake when you tied my hands in front of me instead of in back. Here’s a small gun I had in my blouse. Now get your hands up.” – Sally Marker (15:03)
• Secret identities revealed:
  “This beard’s a disguise...If I call again, he’ll break his tether and come here on the run…Yes, I am.” – Lone Ranger, confirming his true identity to Sally (19:45–19:59)
• The true mastermind confesses:
  “Well, you had to find it out sometime.” – Mrs. Prindle, after Sally realizes her role as the boss (26:58)
• Triumph of justice:
  “The sheriff was hidden and waiting for Tonto to report…Let me go to house.” – Lone Ranger, as the posse brings down the gang (30:07–30:14)

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Important Timestamps

• [04:06] Lou Gorman’s jail cell conversation and escape
• [06:57] Tonto spreads word of the prison break
• [08:11] Sally vows to capture Gorman for her father’s murder
• [11:23] Mrs. Prindle’s secret conversation with Jenks
• [12:11] Sally sneaks up to the cave; captured by “Gorman”
• [15:26] Lone Ranger reveals disguise plan to Sally
• [19:17] Face-to-face revelation: Sally learns the Lone Ranger’s identity
• [21:39] Mrs. Prindle and Jinx plot Sally’s fate
• [26:28–27:39] The leader is unmasked and the trap is set
• [29:46–31:19] Final confrontation and the gang’s capture

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Episode Tone & Style

The episode encapsulates the suspense, quick-witted dialogue, and moral clarity of classic radio Westerns. Sally’s determination and the Lone Ranger’s calm heroism set a brisk, adventurous pace, while the double-dealing villainy of Mrs. Prindle adds a twist, keeping listeners engaged until justice triumphs. The skillful interplay of disguise and revelation delivers both tension and satisfaction.

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Conclusion

"Smuggler’s Boss" is a standout Lone Ranger episode, brimming with action, subterfuge, and noble resolve—a sterling example of golden age radio storytelling, masterfully restored for modern listeners. The defeat of Mrs. Prindle, capture of her gang, and final words of the grateful townsfolk provide a classic Western finish, with justice riding swift and sure, thanks to the Lone Ranger.

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Key Characters:

• The Lone Ranger (in disguise as Lou Gorman)
• Tonto
• Sally Marker
• Mrs. Prindle (the villainous “Boss”)
• Jinx (henchman)
• Sheriff and deputies

Classic Moment:
The mask comes off—literally and figuratively—as the Lone Ranger unmasks both his own identity and the unsuspected treachery of Mrs. Prindle. Justice is served, not with bitterness, but with firm, unyielding resolve:

“Now you have the gang. You’ll find a lot of smuggled goods in the widow’s house…enough to jail a pack of them for life and 20 years left over.” – The Lone Ranger (30:27–30:39)

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End of Summary

Transcript

[Hank]

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[Reggie]

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[Hank]

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[Reggie]

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[Hank]

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[Reggie]

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[Hank]

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[Lone Ranger]

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[Mrs. Prindle]

Pick up these.

[Sally Marker]

May apply.

[Hank]

Hey, Sal.

[Sally Marker]

Hank.

[Reggie]

What's going on?

[Sally Marker]

We haven't worked a case in years.

[Hank]

I just bought my car at Carvana, and it was so easy. Too easy.

[Jinx]

Think something's up?

[Hank]

You tell me. They got thousands of options, found a great car at a great price, and it got delivered the next day.

[Jinx]

It sounds like Carvana just makes it

[Sally Marker]

easy to buy your car, Hank.

[Hank]

Yeah, you're right.

[Lone Ranger]

Case closed. Buy your car today on Carvana.

[Sally Marker]

Delivery fees may apply.

[Andrew Rines]

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. From your enjoyment, you can find more western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode.

[Narrator]

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[Jinx]

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[Reggie]

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[Narrator]

With this faithful Indian companion, the masked rider of the 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.

[Jinx]

One Silver. The finger on the trailer head.

[Luke Gorman]

Silver.

[Narrator]

New Gorman was in jail. The law intended to keep him there for at least 20 years. But Gorman had other plans. For weeks he had been waiting to get one guard on duty. One particular guard whom he thought he could outwit. Finally, his big chance came. He knew that Vigilance was somewhat relaxed and that aside from the man on duty in the room outside the cell, there were no other guards.

[Jinx]

Hey, guys.

[Hank]

Hey, you.

[Lone Ranger]

I ain't down there, Gorman. I got nothing to say to you.

[Jinx]

Come here.

[Luke Gorman]

I want to tell you something.

[Lone Ranger]

Make it short then. What is it you want to say?

[Luke Gorman]

Empty, if you're smoking. That's a story, isn't it?

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, doggone well it is.

[Luke Gorman]

Oh, wait, don't go away. Let me finish.

[Lone Ranger]

I got no time to listen to such rot.

[Luke Gorman]

I heard some men talking outside my window. They said there was still plenty of drugs being brought over the border.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, at least you're not sharing in the profits.

[Luke Gorman]

No, but don't that prove something? What don't you see? Go to proven they framed the case against me.

[Sally Marker]

I.

[Lone Ranger]

You weren't framed, Gordon. You were convicted on plenty of evidence.

[Luke Gorman]

I still claim I was framed. It's an innocent man doing this to Yale term. The fact that smuggest own proves it.

[Lone Ranger]

It don't prove anything of the story,

[Jinx]

but it proves that you had such

[Lone Ranger]

a slick, well greased, smooth working organization build up that well, it's going right on working even if you're not there to lead it.

[Luke Gorman]

All right, that settles it.

[Lone Ranger]

Settles what?

[Luke Gorman]

I see I've got a break down and he was my last resource. I didn't want to do it, but God, you're a man. You can save me. What it means to look ahead to the rest of your life.

[Lone Ranger]

And you deserve all you get.

[Luke Gorman]

It'd be bad enough if I was guilty of smuggling. Being innocent, I just can't stand it.

[Lone Ranger]

You're as innocent as the man at Chad Lincoln.

[Luke Gorman]

Oh, God. You misjudged me like everyone else.

[Lone Ranger]

Is that all you had to tell me?

[Luke Gorman]

Good. Let me ask you. Isn't there still smuggling the drugs over the border?

[Lone Ranger]

Yeah.

[Luke Gorman]

And don't that prove I wasn't the one that was doing it.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, it proves there are still smugglers we haven't caught. That's all it proves.

[Luke Gorman]

Who? Didn't find anyone that could identify me as a smuggler.

[Lone Ranger]

Look here, Gorman. You'd been more in the open, we'd have had evidence that hang you. We know how you kept away in the background making plans and things without letting most of your own gang know who you were. We got you dead to rights with smuggled drugs in your possession.

[Luke Gorman]

God, I'm gonna take a long chance. I'll likely be killed for squealing. But it's better than standing here to rot in jail. I'll give you the name of the real head of the smugglers, the one that framed me for the crimes. You can't refuse to take the name and investigate. Here come clues now. Write it down for you.

[Lone Ranger]

You know, nothing could amaze me more than to find that you're telling the truth.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Here, go ahead.

[Luke Gorman]

Let me take your pencil. I read it out here. All right.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Gotcha.

[Lone Ranger]

All right.

[Luke Gorman]

I'll hit that fool. You can't close the bar so I can get a hold of you a minute. You'll be unconscious and I'll just help myself to your keys and to my freedom. There'd be more than one black market give me.

[Jinx]

What do I care so long as can have my freed?

[Narrator]

The next day, an Indian raced across the plains at the top speed of his powerful paint horse. He reined up at a ranch house, shouted to the open door. When a man appeared, he cried out, luke Gorman.

[Jinx]

Him get out of jail. Luke Gorman. Him escape. You spread word. Get him up.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Scout.

[Narrator]

On he raced, heading south, pausing only long enough in each community to spread the news.

[Jinx]

He on time. Blue barman out of jail. Him broke out last night. Get him up.

[Luke Gorman]

Scout.

[Narrator]

Farm and ranch. Through town and village rode Tonto, the Indian companion of the Lone Ranger. To warn everyone that a killer was at large.

[Jinx]

Head him up.

[Narrator]

Many miles from where the prisoner had been captured and jailed, a girl named Sally Mocker heard the news. She hurried home to tell her mother.

[Sally Marker]

That's the truth, Ma.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Oh, Sally Gomen out of jail after all the trouble to put him there.

[Sally Marker]

That's what I wanted to talk to you about, Mother. We've got an extra special reason to want Gorman sent back to pay in full for his crimes.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I know, dear.

[Sally Marker]

He killed Paul.

[Mrs. Prindle]

That was never proved.

[Sally Marker]

No, but we know he killed him. Paul was his sheriff, and he was almost ready to smash the whole gang of smugglers. That Lou Gorman was Working with when he was killed?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Yes, dear.

[Sally Marker]

But the new sheriff here doesn't even know what Gorman looks like. Gorman was captured and jailed a long ways from here. I don't think any of the lawmen around here know him by sight.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I don't know him myself, Sally.

[Sally Marker]

Right. But I think I know where to find him.

[Jinx]

You?

[Sally Marker]

Yes. Remember, Mom? I was with Paul when he died. Well, he told me something. He said that Gorman's smuggler gang had their headquarters near here. And he said that Gorman had a hideout not far from town.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Gorman did? What for?

[Sally Marker]

Well, Gorman didn't have much to do with the rest of the smugglers. He had a hideout and worked from there.

[Mrs. Prindle]

A hideout?

[Sally Marker]

Yes. You see, the boss of the gang used Gorman as a sort of spy. To be sure, none of the gang tried to double cross. Gorman went to this hideout for his orders. And I'll bet he'll go there now. It's a cave a few miles from town.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Sally, this isn't anything that you should mix into.

[Sally Marker]

But, mom, the new sheriff won't know about the hideout. He won't know Gorman when he sees him. I've got to tell him about it. I've got to hurry or Gorman will be there and gone.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I wonder who that can be. Howdy, Ms. Marker. Why, Ms. Pringle, do you mind if I step in? How are you, Sally?

[Sally Marker]

All right.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Do come in with a Prindle, my sakes alive. Did you hear the news? That smuggler named Gorman that was in jail in Amaranth is out and running wild. Yes, we heard about it. I thought of you ladies. First thing I heard of it. You did? Oh, there was talk that Gorman was the one who shot your husband. The truth.

[Sally Marker]

But there never was any proof of it.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, my, my.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I do hope he don't come here to get you two. Do you know anything that'd be dangerous to him?

[Sally Marker]

Not very much.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I mean. Well, you know what Gorman looks like, don't you? Neither Sally or I know him on sight. Oh, well, then maybe he won't have any reason to do any murders here. I'm glad of it. I'd hate to think he'd head right for here and start shooting people.

[Sally Marker]

I'm going now, Mom.

[Mrs. Prindle]

You're going someplace, Sally?

[Sally Marker]

I want to talk to the sheriff.

[Mrs. Prindle]

The sheriff? He's not around.

[Sally Marker]

He isn't?

[Mrs. Prindle]

No sheriff and his deputies left town to hunt for Gorman.

[Sally Marker]

Mrs. Pendle, are you sure?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Of course I'm sure. I have put up the food for the sheriff to take along with him. He Plans to be gone for two, maybe three days. Sally, you might as well sit down and wait for him to come back.

[Sally Marker]

But mom, it'll be too late. Then Gorman will have come and gone. There's only one thing to do.

[Mrs. Prindle]

No, no, no, Sally, please. I've got to.

[Sally Marker]

I'll take Paw's old shooting on in case I need it.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Oh, Mrs. Prindle, I'm worried. What was the girl talking about? Her father told her about some cave near here. The place that Gorman used to use as a hideout. Oh, she thinks Gorman will go there. Oh, my dear, why should he go there if the place is known? Just as Sally's the only one who knows about it. She wanted to take the sheriff there, but he's out of town. What would Gorman go there for? Oh, I don't know. But if he is there, sadly alone, I hate to think of what might happen.

[Narrator]

The widow Prindle left the house and hurried home. There she called a man named Jenks, and her manner changed to one of plenty hardness.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I found out that the girl did get told a few things by her old man Jenks. She knows about the cave.

[Jinx]

She does, huh?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Yes, and she's going there now. She gets there, she's likely to find Gorman.

[Jinx]

I'll get there pronto.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Tell Gorman to wait there till we send further orders. Right. And see that the girl's tied and kept there with him. I have to think over what to do about her. She knows too much.

[Jinx]

But, boss, I don't know.

[Lone Ranger]

Garman.

[Jinx]

When I see him, will you Fool.

[Mrs. Prindle]

If there's a tall bearded man there, it'll be Gorman, won't it? Who else knows of the place?

[Jinx]

I'll get there fast.

[Narrator]

The opening of a cave a few miles from town was hidden by dense underbrush. One could pass within three feet and never notice. Sally reigned up in the nearby trees.

[Mrs. Prindle]

That's where the cave is.

[Sally Marker]

The place where I used to play

[Mrs. Prindle]

when I was a little girl would

[Sally Marker]

become the hideout of.

[Narrator]

Sally's thoughts broke off abruptly when she caught sight of a horse. Ground hits the beyond the fringe of trees that grew near the opening of the cave.

[Mrs. Prindle]

He's in there.

[Sally Marker]

Only I can get the drop on it.

[Narrator]

Drawing the heavy.44 her father used to carry, the girl crept softly toward the bushes. She made barely a sound as she parted the dense growth and forced her way toward the well hidden opening. She didn't know that every move she made was watched by the tall man who crouched just inside the cave. Then suddenly.

[Lone Ranger]

Stand still.

[Sally Marker]

Oh.

[Lone Ranger]

Who are you? What are you doing Here.

[Sally Marker]

Lou Gorman. You are Lou Gorman.

[Lone Ranger]

Why did you come here?

[Sally Marker]

Because I. I came to capture you. And the sheriff's men are right behind me. You might as well surrender.

[Lone Ranger]

The sheriff's men? How did they know?

[Sally Marker]

Surrender and give me your guns.

[Lone Ranger]

Better take that gun of yours before you start shooting. I'll talk quickly. Be sure you tell me the truth. Who are you and why are you here?

[Sally Marker]

Goman, you killed my father. You're going to pay for it this time. 20 years in jail wasn't bad enough for you. I hope you do kill me. The sheriff's men can close in then, and they'll hang you for it. If you don't kill me, you'll have to shoot it out with them.

[Lone Ranger]

The sheriff is nowhere near here. I'm sorry, but I'll have to tie you up.

[Sally Marker]

You hear the horse coming, don't you? Better get ready to shoot it out.

[Lone Ranger]

I think this rope will hold you for the time being. I'm not concerned about the sheriff's men. I know where they are.

[Luke Gorman]

All right.

[Lone Ranger]

Everything's clear. Come on in.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Good.

[Lone Ranger]

I had a visitor before you came,

[Jinx]

and I. I came here to warn you that she was on the way.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Jake.

[Sally Marker]

So you're one of the gang.

[Jinx]

It's too bad you had to find it out, Ms. Sally, because now you're too dangerous to us to go free.

[Lone Ranger]

Did you bring any instructions?

[Jinx]

Yeah, sure. To wait here until tonight. Then I'll come with more orders for you. The girl's to be kept here, too, and kept ropes so that she can't get away. You watch out for her. You know her old man was a sheriff. Yes, and they say that she's almost as smart as he was. Well, there's no need for me to stay here as long as you got the girl a prisoner.

[Lone Ranger]

I want to see the boss.

[Jinx]

I don't know about that, Garmin.

[Lone Ranger]

You tell the boss to come here tonight. I've spent a lot of time in jail and I'm going to be paid for it.

[Jinx]

I'll pass the word.

[Lone Ranger]

See that you do.

[Jinx]

Right now, I'll shove on. Oh, you needn't worry about the sheriff. He's away out on the plains looking for you.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm not worried.

[Jinx]

I'm downright Sorry about you, Ms. Sally. I'd sooner see almost anyone else in that fix.

[Sally Marker]

Save your sympathy. You'll need it someday for yourself.

[Jinx]

Well, there's room for an argument there, but I ain't got the time now. Keep a close watch on our government.

[Lone Ranger]

I know.

[Jinx]

So long.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, You've gotten yourself into a fine mess.

[Sally Marker]

I learned that Jenks is one of the gang. And I've learned that he knows the boss.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Just wait till I tell that to the law.

[Lone Ranger]

You think you'll have a chance?

[Sally Marker]

My PA was a sheriff. He told me a few things about dealing with crooks. One of those things was to keep a spare gun hidden. You made a mistake when you tied my hands in front of me instead of in back. Here's a small gun I had in my blouse. Now get your hands up. You're covered.

[Lone Ranger]

I was going to untie you anyway. I'll go ahead with my plan.

[Sally Marker]

Never mind. After I've shot you, I'll get your knife.

[Lone Ranger]

Sally, listen to me. Lou Gorman was captured an hour after he escaped.

[Sally Marker]

That's a likely story.

[Lone Ranger]

It's the truth. He's back in jail right now. He'll be guarded so he'll never have another chance to escape.

[Sally Marker]

Go on.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Sounds funny.

[Lone Ranger]

The recapture of Gorman was kept a secret so I could come here. I posed as Lou Gorman in the hope of capturing more of his gang.

[Sally Marker]

That's a slick story, but it won't go with me, Mr. Gorman. Say your prayers quick, because this six gun is going to speak with hot lead.

[Narrator]

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.

[Sally Marker]

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[Reggie]

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[Sally Marker]

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[Reggie]

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[Sally Marker]

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[Reggie]

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[Mrs. Prindle]

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[Sally Marker]

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[Reggie]

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[Sally Marker]

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[Lone Ranger]

That's why we support the Durbin Marshall credit card bill.

[Sally Marker]

See, banks and credit unions help small businesses make payroll. This bill would cut the vital resources

[Reggie]

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[Mrs. Prindle]

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[Luke Gorman]

Ram.

[Narrator]

Now to continue our story. Outside the smuggler's cave, Sally Mocker held a gun point blank on the tall, bearded man who stood before her.

[Sally Marker]

So you can get ready to face your maker. I'm giving you a shot in the chest, not a shot in the back like poor head Sally.

[Lone Ranger]

I've told you that Lou Gorman, the real Lou Gorman, is in jail.

[Sally Marker]

I don't believe it.

[Lone Ranger]

Did your father tell you about this cave, this hiding place of the gang? Yes, he told me about it, too. Did he ever tell you about a horse called Silver and the man who rode him?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Silver?

[Lone Ranger]

The man who usually wore a mask and fired bullets that were made of silver?

[Sally Marker]

Yes. Yes, he did. But you have no mask.

[Lone Ranger]

This beard's a disguise.

[Sally Marker]

I saw the horse. The white horse.

[Lone Ranger]

Wait. Now listen.

[Jinx]

Yes, Silver.

[Lone Ranger]

If I call again, he'll break his tether and come here on the run.

[Sally Marker]

Then you are the Lone Ranger?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, I am.

[Sally Marker]

Oh, you're the one. Pa told me about you.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm going to untie you, Sally. Then we've got to get you away from here. If Jinx comes back, he'll have instructions to kill you.

[Sally Marker]

But what about you?

[Lone Ranger]

You have to tell some sort of a story about your escape. Now, there's one thing you must do. You've got to wait until after dark before you go into town. Then slip into your home quietly so no one will know that you're there.

[Sally Marker]

All right.

[Lone Ranger]

We don't know who really heads a smuggling gang. It might be almost anyone in town.

[Sally Marker]

You're sure the head man is in town?

[Lone Ranger]

The government men who have been working on the case are sure of it. Everything points to it.

[Sally Marker]

Maybe it's Jinx.

[Lone Ranger]

Might be.

[Sally Marker]

He kept speaking of the boss, but that might be nothing but a dodge. He himself might be the brain.

[Lone Ranger]

That's one thing we want to find out. Let me help you can help most by doing what I've asked.

[Sally Marker]

What if I'd shot you?

[Lone Ranger]

I don't think you'd have really fired.

[Sally Marker]

I would if I could get the drop on the snake that shot my father. Oh, if I only knew who it was.

[Lone Ranger]

Gorman.

[Sally Marker]

I thought Gorman planned it, but I wasn't sure whether he was the one who did the actual shooting. If Gorman isn't the real leader of the gang, it might be someone else.

[Lone Ranger]

Now, you'd better get away from here.

[Sally Marker]

I will, but what can you tell Jenks when he comes back tonight?

[Lone Ranger]

I'll think of something.

[Sally Marker]

If I could help you by staying here.

[Lone Ranger]

No, no, please go.

[Sally Marker]

If I may believe I was still the prisoner made believe I was tied until Jenks came and went.

[Lone Ranger]

No, you've got to get away. Now.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Go.

[Sally Marker]

All right, I'll go. But I want to help if I can.

[Narrator]

While Sally Marker rode slowly toward the town, Jenks reported to the boss who made all the plans for the smuggling gang.

[Jinx]

And you listen here, Widow Prindle. That Sally Marker girl is going to be dangerous if something's not done about it.

[Mrs. Prindle]

So it seems. Just like old men.

[Jinx]

What's the answer?

[Mrs. Prindle]

She doesn't suspect me, does she?

[Jinx]

I don't know how she could.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I was afraid something would have to be done. When I called at her house early in the day. I had a hunch all along she knew about that cave.

[Jinx]

Goman went there all right.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Yeah, I thought he would. Goman's a good man, but he's got to be told just what to do. He's there now?

[Jinx]

Yes. I'd never seen him before.

[Mrs. Prindle]

No, I know it.

[Jinx]

He's a smooth talking umbrella.

[Mrs. Prindle]

He sure is. I wonder if he could take Sally over the border.

[Jinx]

Why not?

[Mrs. Prindle]

She could be disposed of there easier than around here.

[Jinx]

Well, I'll tell him it's too bad,

[Mrs. Prindle]

but that's what'll have to be done. I'm sorry for Ms. Marker. It'll be a blow to her.

[Jinx]

Not going soft hearted, are you?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Me, soft hearted? Not on your life.

[Jinx]

Now, what about getting Gorman over the water?

[Mrs. Prindle]

He's got to be got there on tonight at that. I want him safe on the other side before the sheriff and his posse get back.

[Jinx]

Well, what are the orders?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Have him slip into town around midnight. There'll be a man with papers and change of clothes waiting in the shadow of the livery stable. He'll get the clothes and the papers and the place to meet the rest of the boys when he gets out of the border. Is that clear?

[Jinx]

Yes.

[Luke Gorman]

I'll tell Him.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Shadow of the livery stable at midnight. I'll tend to the rest. Good enough. I'll be over at the Marker house tonight. Eh? Told Ms. Marker I'd spend evening with her. She's afraid Lou Gorman might stop to call on her.

[Jinx]

Fearing Lou go when she entertains his boss right in her own house. That's a good one. I sure gotta hand it to you, Widder Pringle.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Now get Google. I'm going to Martyr's house. I'm very glad you came, Ms. Brindle. Sally's just been telling me the most amazing thing. We've had all her worry for nothing. Sally?

[Sally Marker]

Yes. No such a day as I've had.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I'd like to hear about it.

[Sally Marker]

For a time I thought I'd been made a prisoner by Lou Gorman. But then I learned the truth. Gorman was recaptured by the law. There's another man posing as him.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Think of that. Ms. Brendan. You say there's another man posing his garment?

[Sally Marker]

Yes. He's trying to find out more about the smuggling gang. And who do you think he is?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Who? You'd never guess in a hundred years.

[Sally Marker]

Well, no.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Who is it?

[Sally Marker]

It's the Lone Ranger.

[Mrs. Prindle]

The Lone Ranger?

[Sally Marker]

Yes. I mustn't let anyone know about it, so don't say a word, will you, Mrs. Tinder?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Oh, no, no, of course not. I'm that relieved to think that Gorman is back in the jail where he belongs. Now, if only the rest of the gang can be caught. Sally, how do you know for sure the man's Lone Ranger?

[Sally Marker]

The horse. That's one of the reasons the horse named Silver and the way he spoke. And the fact that he let me go knowing he'd have to encounter Jenks when he got back.

[Mrs. Prindle]

There's another thing, Ms. Brindle. Just imagine Jenks is one of that gang. It mightn't be good judgment to let Anya know it. Oh, Sally won't be the word until the sheriff gets back in town. Sally, what's the Lone Ranger look like?

[Sally Marker]

I couldn't see his face because of the false beard he wore. But he had nice eyes and the nicest way of talking. And he was broad shouldered.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Oh, mercy me, mercy for goodness. What's the matter? Do declare. I just remember to come away and left the bacon in the oven with the fire going. I've got to hurry right home. Bacon? You bake at night? Well, I. I had a good firing Mr. Over. I thought I'd do some bacon while

[Sally Marker]

the oven was hot.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I have to run along right away. Sally, why don't you Walk over with me and then we'll come back later.

[Sally Marker]

All right, Mrs. Pender.

[Mrs. Prindle]

You won't be long. I know. You come too, Ms. Marker. We'll spend what's left of the evening at my place. I've got some recipes I'd like to show you. Well, I don't know. The night air.

[Sally Marker]

Oh, come on.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Oh, do come. Well, all right. I suppose it'd be a nice change. I. I left a lamp lighted in the window there. I see you did, Ms. Brindle. I always feel funny going into a house where there's no light. Here we are. Now step right in and make yourself at home.

[Sally Marker]

After you, Mom.

[Mrs. Prindle]

I do declare, it's first time in ages that I've been out after dark. There now, sit right down. Thanks. I'll be back in just a minute.

[Sally Marker]

I wish you could have seen the Lone Ranger, Mom. Gee, with him. How'd you get the leader of that gang?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Sally, dear, please don't talk about the smugglers. I'll never forget the sight of your poor father when he was brought home

[Sally Marker]

because he tried to wipe out that game. I'm sorry, mom, but I do so want to see the work Pa started finished up. It makes me feel glad to know that a man like the Lone Ranger's on our side.

[Mrs. Prindle]

There they are, Scar. You two are in for the surprise of your life. Meet Scar Fenner and Red Mason.

[Jinx]

There's no use of you two starting a rumpus, because if you do, we'll have to gag you.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Scar. Red, who are these men? Friends of Lou Gorman and friends of Jinx Gorman. Jinx and friends of mine? Trusted friends of mine.

[Jinx]

Get ropes on him, Red.

[Sally Marker]

You mean you, Mrs. Pringle.

[Jinx]

The boss says we're not to hurt you unless you start yelling.

[Sally Marker]

Now I see, Lord Pringle, you're the leader of the smugglers.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Well, you had to find it out sometime.

[Sally Marker]

Well, you smooth talking simper and old cat, you're to blame for the death of my father.

[Mrs. Prindle]

And you'll be lucky if you don't follow him before you're done. Now save your breath and be quiet while the boys tire. Can we told you it up, Scar. We got to tell James that it's the Lone Ranger he's got in tow when he goes over to the Lone Rang.

[Jinx]

This won't take long.

[Sally Marker]

It's fun.

[Mrs. Prindle]

It won't.

[Jinx]

Here, hold on.

[Sally Marker]

I'm not getting tired without a fight.

[Jinx]

She slipped away. I don't know how the boss will take it. You letting that girl escape.

[Lone Ranger]

You'll find Out. What am I to do when we get to the livery stable?

[Jinx]

Well, there'll be a man there with another outfit of clothes and he'll take you over the border. The boss wants you to work south of the border now, where it'll be safe from the law on this side.

[Lone Ranger]

All right. Hey, what's the matter?

[Jinx]

Look over there in the shadows of the livery stable. What do you see?

[Lone Ranger]

Several men. What about it?

[Jinx]

Looks like there's been a change in the plans. I thought there's to be just one

[Lone Ranger]

man there beyond to have company when I ride south.

[Jinx]

It looks so. That's Guy Laughter's voice. Hi, Escala.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Bring him in here.

[Jinx]

James, Fred, you here too? He's here. And so others of the outfit.

[Mrs. Prindle]

What's up?

[Jinx]

Get off that horse, Mister. Sir.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, Trouble.

[Jinx]

So you're supposed to be Luke Gorman.

[Lone Ranger]

That's Jinx here.

[Jinx]

Sure he is, Scar. Yeah, you never know, Garmin, did you?

[Luke Gorman]

Jinx?

[Jinx]

No, I never seen him before. Well, I have. And this man's different. He's no more Luke Gorman than I am. What about the prisoner he had? Where is she?

[Lone Ranger]

I told Jinx about him.

[Jinx]

Never mind going over that again. We've got work to do and the sooner it's done, the better. But Scott, what does Sam. Well, they told us all about the.

[Mrs. Prindle]

This hombre.

[Jinx]

You know who he is?

[Luke Gorman]

I thought he was.

[Jinx]

He's the Lone Ranger.

[Lone Ranger]

What?

[Jinx]

Dread Jinx, that's who he is.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Go on.

[Jinx]

You try and deny it.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, you haven't heard me deny it, have you?

[Jinx]

And you wouldn't get far if you did. But where's Gorman? Back in the jail.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Why?

[Jinx]

This whole thing is a trap to get us. But we found out about it in time. If this critter had been able to go through with his plans, he'd have had the lot of us and all the evidence he wanted. Law would have put us all in company with Lou.

[Lone Ranger]

Go.

[Jinx]

You mean to say.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, now that you know who I am, I suppose you'll give me the same as Sheriff Marker got.

[Jinx]

That's what you've got coming. But Scar, what about that girl, Sally Marker? He let her escape and she knows that I'm one of the gang. She and her ma are tied up in the boss's house right now. They're gonna be taken on a long trip. I hope the girl didn't tell anyone else.

[Lone Ranger]

Thanks. You think I'm here alone?

[Jinx]

No, you got the company of all of us.

[Lone Ranger]

Enough.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Let's get a crack at him.

[Sally Marker]

That's him.

[Jinx]

How did she get out.

[Sally Marker]

Come back here. I'll shovel kill her.

[Jinx]

She shoot and then shoot back.

[Lone Ranger]

No, you don't.

[Andrew Rines]

Oh, no.

[Jinx]

Take. All right, closing, boys. Go on and get them, Sheriff. Get hands up. Not while I can fight you tonight.

[Lone Ranger]

They're what you're told.

[Sally Marker]

Good work, Lone Ranger. That's two of them. You smack down with your face.

[Jinx]

Rest your throat on your guns and

[Lone Ranger]

get your hands up. We heard the whole thing.

[Jinx]

We was in the livery stable ever since Tono told us who the boss

[Lone Ranger]

of the smugglers was. Jinx, get on your feet. You see, Tunnel followed you from the time you left me in the cave. The sheriff was hidden and waiting for Tunnel to report.

[Jinx]

He didn't leave the town at all?

[Mrs. Prindle]

Nope.

[Jinx]

I was waiting to close in as

[Lone Ranger]

soon as the gang was rounded up.

[Sally Marker]

Oh, if only I could have drilled a couple of them.

[Lone Ranger]

Hello? This girl should have come here. Let me go to house.

[Jinx]

Deputy capture boss woman. Me untie girl. Untie mother girl. Grab gun. Come here.

[Mrs. Prindle]

On. Run.

[Sally Marker]

I was afraid they'd kill you.

[Lone Ranger]

Thanks, Ellie. You certainly would have saved my life.

[Mrs. Prindle]

Sheriff.

[Lone Ranger]

You have the gang now.

[Sally Marker]

You'll find a lot of smuggled goods in the widow's house.

[Lone Ranger]

Yep, we'll have all the evidence we need.

[Jinx]

To say nothing of the confessions and

[Lone Ranger]

admissions we overheard in the threat again, Mrs. Marker and Sally. Why, there's enough to jail a pack

[Jinx]

of them for life and 20 years left over.

[Hank]

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[Jinx]

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[Narrator]

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[Luke Gorman]

It.