Terror | The Cisco Kid (03-08-55)

Summary

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Old Time Radio Westerns: The Cisco Kid – “Terror” (03-08-55)

Podcast Host: Andrew Rhynes
Original Air Date: March 8, 1955
Podcast Release: March 17, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode of the Old Time Radio Westerns features “Terror,” a classic adventure of the Cisco Kid. In this drama, Cisco and his trusted sidekick Pancho find themselves drawn into a web of fear, cowardice, and violence in the small frontier town of Alder Crossing. The episode explores the dangers faced by Martin Thurlow, a man paralyzed by his fear after witnessing a murder committed by notorious outlaws Sanger Earl and Lon Ashby. As threats close in, Cisco and Pancho risk everything to protect Martin, uncover the truth, and restore justice in true Western style.

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Key Discussion Points & Narrative Breakdown

Life in Alder Crossing and Introduction of Characters

[03:01 – 05:06]

• Martin Thurlow, plagued by fear, idly chats with John Bixter in the general store.
• News of cattle rustling and the sheriff’s absence sets the stage for trouble.
• Sanger and Lon Ashby, the suspected rustlers, enter and rob the store, killing John when he tries to resist.
• Martin, unseen, witnesses the murder and flees in terror.

Notable Quote:

• “Hand over the money in that cash box, Thurlow, and be quick about it.” – Sanger ([03:45])

Martin’s Dilemma and Town Reaction

[05:30 – 07:50]

• Martin, frantic, seeks refuge at home, convinced he is next to be targeted.
• His wife, Dora Thurlow, attempts to calm and support him, but disbelief and frustration color her tone.
• Dora enlists the help of Cisco and Pancho, who’ve just arrived in town.

Notable Quote:

• Dora: “Well, I never thought I’d married a man with no more courage than a mouse.” ([06:15])

Cisco and Pancho Enter the Fray

[07:50 – 10:46]

• Dora appeals to Cisco for help, believing in his reputation as a champion of justice.
• Sanger and Lon try to intimidate Martin, only to be intercepted by Cisco and Pancho.
• An energetic fistfight ensues, with Cisco and Pancho routing the villains.

Memorable Moment:

• Cisco to Sanger & Lon: “Poncho and I are going to stay around this town for some time. And if anything happens to Senor Martin Thurlow, we are coming after you two, and we find you, too.” ([10:05])

Martin’s Internal Struggle

[10:46 – 11:33]

• Despite Cisco’s help, Martin is still gripped by fear, suggesting he should flee rather than testify.
• Cisco, ever the voice of reason and courage, tries to steady Martin.

Notable Quote:

• Cisco: “Anyone in your state of mind, senor, is dying a hundred deaths.” ([11:17])

The Outlaws Scheme and Frame Cisco

[12:36 – 14:07]

• Sanger and Lon, realizing Cisco is an obstacle, manipulate the sheriff (Sanger’s brother-in-law) into believing Cisco and Pancho are the murderers.
• Cisco and Pancho are arrested, setting up the drama’s second act.

Key Exchange:

• Sanger to Sheriff: “We saw Cisco Kid and his partner come running out. And when we went into the store, there was John dead and the cash box open.” ([12:53])

Cisco’s Counter-Plan

[17:28 – 17:53]

• Cisco reveals to Pancho (and the listeners) that their surrender to the sheriff was intentional, to trick the murderers into thinking they’re out of the way.
• They break free from the posse and double back to protect Martin.

Memorable Quote:

• Cisco: “Because I wanted those killers to think we were safely out of the way… When I give the word, we’ll break through this posse.” ([17:46])

Escalating Threats, Dora’s Peril, and Martin’s Flight

[18:32 – 23:04]

• Martin, panicking after Cisco’s arrest, decides to flee to his fishing camp.
• Sanger and Lon, deducing Martin’s hiding place, tie and gag Dora after tricking her into opening the door.
• Cisco and Pancho find Dora, free her, and rush to save Martin.

Notable Quote:

• Dora: “Those two desperados came here after Martin… They’re on their way there now.” ([23:08] – [23:18])

Showdown at the Fishing Camp

[23:33 – 26:18]

• The killers confront Martin at his camp. Martin, cornered and terrified, finally stands his ground.
• As Martin braces for a final stand, Cisco and Pancho arrive just in time for a climactic gunfight, overcoming Sanger and Lon.

Memorable Moment:

• Martin, finding his courage: “Alright, boys. All right. I’ve been an awful coward all my life. I thought I’d be mighty scared to die. But now the time’s come. Well, least I can do is die fighting.” ([24:19])

Resolution and Reflection

[26:18 – 28:51]

• Martin is safe, the real killers are jailed, and Dora credits Cisco with transforming her husband.
• Cisco humbly responds, emphasizing Martin’s own bravery.

Notable Quote:

• Dora: “Oh, yes, you are too. You’ve made a different man out of Martin.”

• Cisco: “Oh, he did that himself. I had nothing to do with it.” ([26:34])

• The episode closes with lighthearted banter between Cisco and Pancho, restoring the typical warm and humorous ending.

Pancho’s Punchline:

• "Tell him to take a mustard blaster… it’s so hot it almost bites my tongue off!" ([28:51])

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Notable Quotes Recap

• “Well, I never thought I’d married a man with no more courage than a mouse.” – Dora ([06:15])
• “Poncho and I are going to stay around this town for some time. And if anything happens to Senor Martin Thurlow, we are coming after you two, and we find you, too.” – Cisco ([10:05])
• “Anyone in your state of mind, senor, is dying a hundred deaths.” – Cisco ([11:17])
• “Alright, boys... At least I can do is die fighting.” – Martin ([24:19])
• “You’ve made a different man out of Martin.” – Dora; “He did that himself.” – Cisco ([26:34])

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Major Segments & Timestamps

• Martin witnesses murder, flees: [03:31 – 05:07]
• Cisco and Pancho intervene; fight: [08:11 – 10:46]
• Villains frame Cisco; Cisco arrested: [12:36 – 14:07]
• Cisco breaks out with plan in motion: [17:28 – 17:53]
• Dora kidnapped, Martin flees to camp: [21:19 – 23:18]
• Showdown at the camp: [23:33 – 26:18]
• Resolution, humor, and farewell: [26:18 – 28:51]

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Tone and Style

The episode captures the earnest, fast-paced world of classic Western dramas, mixing moments of humor, suspense, and moral lessons. The original language is refreshingly direct, with characters displaying grit, quick wit, and flashes of vulnerability—especially through Martin’s journey from terror to unexpected courage.

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For New Listeners

“Terror” is a tight, suspenseful story of justice and personal transformation. With Cisco and Pancho’s quick thinking and steadfast courage, and a memorable portrayal of a man challenged to rise above his fears, this episode is emblematic of the classic Old Time Radio Western spirit.

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Listen for:

• Exciting action sequences and a classic Western showdown
• Character development, particularly Martin’s transition from cowardice to bravery
• The dynamic camaraderie and humor between Cisco and Pancho
• Strong themes of justice and integrity prevailing over villainy

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Transcript

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[Narrator]

Here's adventure, here's romance. Here's the famous Robin Hood of the Old West.

[Cisco Kid]

Cisco He Sheriff he is getting closer this way. Pancho

[Narrator]

the Cisco kids.

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[Narrator]

Now the Cisco Kid in our gripping story Terror. The rigors of life in the Old west bred hardy men. But there were those who were not so hardy, like Martin Colo. Martin looked like a courageous man, but in his heart he carried a constant terror of death by violence. As our story opens, Martin is lounging in the general store in the town of Alder Crossing. He is talking idly with John Bixter, the owner.

[Cisco Kid]

The sheriff took a posse and went up north this morning. John that so? What for? Oh, been some Cattle rustling up at that end of the county. Sheriff's going up to see what he can find. How come you ain't with the posse, Martin? Huh? Well. Oh, the sheriff asked me, but. Well, I had kind of a misery in this right leg of mine lately, and it hurts me to do any riding. I didn't notice leg was bothering you. Oh, yeah, yeah. Say, you know, John, I wouldn't be surprised at what Sanger, Earl and Lon Ashby in that crowd was doing the rustling. Neither would I. But you can't make the sheriff believe it. That one Sanger's his brother in law. That's strange, ain't it? The sheriff's a mighty honest man, too. Yeah, but Sanger takes good care to act straight when he's around. The sheriff got him plumb buffaloed. That's right. Martin, go out in the back room, will you? Bring in half a dozen jugs of molasses. I'd ought to have some on the tail. Show. All right, all right. You'll find them right up by the back door there. Yeah. Speaking of bad ones. Now, what are these two mavericks want? Howdy, Sanger. Howdy, Lon. Hand over the money in that cash box, Thurlow, and be quick about it. So that's it. Come on, we ain't fooling. Keep your hands above that counter. Thurlow. Where are you two coyotes? Hanger. He's reaching for a gun. Blasted. We had to kill him anyway, he told the sheriff. Hustle, Don. Get the money out of that box. What was that? Take a look out. The wind. Martin Durlo running for his house. He must have been out back of the store. He heard the whole thing.

[Narrator]

I'll go after him.

[Cisco Kid]

Sanger. No, wait. What do you report this? He can't do nothing about it now. Too many other people live close to his house. But the sheriff, he won't be back till after dark. Before then, we'll be back after. Martin. Thurlo.

[Dora Thurlow]

Yes, I'm right here, Martin. What's the matter?

[Cisco Kid]

My land.

[Dora Thurlow]

You wipe the sheep, Sangar.

[Cisco Kid]

Earl and Mon Espy just gunned down John. Vin. I was in the back of the store.

[Dora Thurlow]

Oh, my soul.

[Cisco Kid]

They know I was there, too. Lock the door. Lock the door. They'll be over here after me as sure as blazes they will.

[Dora Thurlow]

Now, Martin, you listen to me.

[Cisco Kid]

But they will. They will. They will, I tell you. Hand me down that rifle.

[Dora Thurlow]

No, that wouldn't do no good. You're shaken so you couldn't hit a barn dog.

[Cisco Kid]

Dora.

[Dora Thurlow]

Dora.

[Cisco Kid]

Are they. Are they on the way over here? No.

[Dora Thurlow]

There's two men just riding away from John store. Riding in the other direction, though. If I was you, I'd go tell the sheriff.

[Cisco Kid]

The sheriff's out of town and I wouldn't go out of this house now for anything. They're riding away is just a trick.

[Dora Thurlow]

They'll be back any minute, Martin.

[Cisco Kid]

Oh, Dora, Go get some help for me, Dora.

[Dora Thurlow]

Well, all the men in the neighborhood are out working.

[Cisco Kid]

There'll be somebody at the cafe. Go there, Dora. Tell them I need help.

[Dora Thurlow]

Well, I never thought I'd married a man with no more courage than a mouse. All right, I'll see what I can do.

[Cisco Kid]

This the town of Older Crosses, Cisco? Say, Pancho, as I remember it, a very nice little town, too. I do not think we know anyone here, Cisco. Well, we did not stay long enough before to get acquainted. Amigo, let us stop at this cafe. Let it. P is so hungry. P can eat a. P can eat. You could eat a what? You can eat anything and everything. Oh, they are. You'll be good to get out of this saddle for a while. We ride many miles, Cisco, down from the north, Seora Holly. This way, Cisco.

[Dora Thurlow]

I say, excuse me, but ain't you the Cisco Kid?

[Cisco Kid]

Si, senora.

[Dora Thurlow]

I thought so. You was pointed out to me when you rode through the town here a few months ago. I'm hoping you'll help me.

[Cisco Kid]

By all means. Well, if we can. What is your trouble, senora?

[Dora Thurlow]

Well, it's my husband, Martin Furlough. He ain't as brave as he might be. And he's just witnessed a killing. And he's mortal. Afraid the killers will come after him.

[Cisco Kid]

Do they know he saw the murder? Yes. Then they probably will.

[Dora Thurlow]

Will you come to our house this go?

[Cisco Kid]

Of course, senora. They come to the house after we eat? No. If I'm so hungry, he could eat a. Eat everything.

[Dora Thurlow]

Well, I'll get you up a meal. Please, come on back with me. Now maybe you can talk Martin out of being so scared.

[Cisco Kid]

Very well, senora.

[Dora Thurlow]

And, and. And don't be too hard on him, Cisco. I know Martin's an awful frayed cat, but, well, I'm fond of him just the same.

[Cisco Kid]

Won't be dark for some little time yet, Stanker. I know. I've been thinking it over. We'd better get Martin as soon as possible right up at the house and force our way in. And we'll gun down Martin and beat it. What about his wife? No way out of it. But it'd kill her, too. Lon, I ain't any hint to kill women. Neither am I. But our own necks might be at stake. She couldn't testify. She saw us get John Fixter. We'll see. Oh. However, here's the house. Get in there, Lon. That's Gun Whip Martin. Shooting didn't make too much noise. Whatever you say, Sanger. Warp from here. All right. Wait a minute, Lyon. Who are those? Zombrez just come out of the house. You got me. Say, by thunder, that big one's the Cisco Kid. Maybe we better mosey along. Sanger tell me he's a bad hombre to tangle with. He's walking right over here. Well, I ain't giving ground for the Cisco Kid nor nobody else. You two hombres looking for someone? Who'd you look for? That's our business. That depends. You were just pointed out to us as Sanger Earl and Lon Ashby. Come on, Sanger. Let's be gone. In case you two were planning to call upon Senor Martin Thurlow, you would be wise to forget all about it. Who says so? Who do you think says so? Cisco says so. You ain't telling me what to do. So you want to fight, eh? Don't watch this other homrey, Poncho. You watch him, Cisco, while I attend to this one. You ain't so tough, you. Ay, come on, get in on this ladder. Hey, where you at, Hom? Get out of my way, Pancho. Stop. You Poncho fight with you. And again. He punch too hard. She anyway you tried, Poncho. Since I must fight two of them at once, better hit a little harder. Like this. And for you like this. I you like that, Hom? This go tougher than you think. No. Get up on your feet, you.

[Narrator]

And you.

[Cisco Kid]

Take it easy with him, Sios, Cisco. Ah, listen to me, both of you. Poncho and I are going to stay around this town for some time. And if anything happens to Senor Martin Thurlow, we are coming after you two, and we find you, too. You ain't heard the last of this, Cisco. I promise you that. Get out of here and stay out of that. I'm not so sure, Poncho. Those two are desperate men. If they would kill once, they would kill again. They may come back after Senor Martin. Come, let us go back to the house.

[Dora Thurlow]

There, Martin. You just saw how Cisco handled them coyotes. That ought to make you feel better.

[Cisco Kid]

Well, why didn't he kill him?

[Dora Thurlow]

Oh, now, stop talking foolishness. He had no reason to kill him. And Cisco don't kill people anyway. Now, come on, start acting like a man. Show Cisco and Pancho you can act like one, huh?

[Cisco Kid]

A goody to fight, no?

[Dora Thurlow]

I'm thankful to you, Cisco.

[Cisco Kid]

But they'll be back. They'll be back. They'll be more deadly than ever now that you've licked them. Cisco Senior. Martin, you are not using your common sense. But how can I when I'm facing death? Anyone in your state of mind, senor, is dying a hundred deaths.

[Dora Thurlow]

Yes, yes, I am.

[Cisco Kid]

I am. I know it and I can't help it. I know what I'll do when it gets dark. I'll saddle my horse and ride out of the country. And leave the senora to the mercy of those Keelers? No, senor, you would not do that. I gotta get out of here. I gotta get out of here.

[Dora Thurlow]

Oh, dear. I don't know what to do with him. Cisco.

[Cisco Kid]

Pancho not no needy senor. It is a real problem. However, Pancho and I will stay and see this thing. We ain't far from that house. Hanger can't see us down among these trees. I want to put some cold water on this eye of mine. That ain't a bad idea. Oh, I thought that Cisco Kid can hit hard. I hope the water in the creek's cold. So help me, I'm going to get Cisco. Not by fighting with him, you ain't. Well, them riders, the sheriff and that posse going back to town. Oh, he'd better keep out of the sight. Come on. No, no. Sheriff's gonna find out about that killing. And, hey, he's got an idea. Sheriff. Oh, Sheriff. Oh, howdy, Hanger. Howdy, Lon.

[Narrator]

Howdy.

[Cisco Kid]

Hey, what happened to you boys? Run into a cyclone? We run into the Cisco Kid, Sheriff. That hombre around here? Yeah, and if I was you, I'd arrest him pronto. What for? Me and Lon went to John Dix's store this afternoon. Just before we got there, we heard two shots. Is that right, Lon? Huh? Oh, yeah. Yeah, that's right. We saw the Cisco Kid and his partner come running out. And you tried to stop him? No, not then. We didn't know what had happened. But when we went into the store, there was John dead and the cash box open. Dog? Yeah. Just then, Martin Thurlow walked in the back door and, well, I guess he blamed me and Lon for the killing. Anyway, we found out Cisco was over to Martin's house, and we went over and tried to take him in for you. That's how we got These black eyes. Sheriff. Cisco, huh? Much obliged for the information, Sanger. We'll go right over to Martin Snout. Get up there. Now we'll see what happens to that Cisco Kid.

[Dora Thurlow]

Martin's asleep. Cisco?

[Cisco Kid]

Well, that is not surprising, senora. He wore himself out with worry. Perhaps he will be calmer when he awakens.

[Andrew Rines]

Hi.

[Dora Thurlow]

Who's that?

[Cisco Kid]

Stand back, Senora. If you're done, the ace if you'll find your ready, come in.

[Dora Thurlow]

Boom. Thank goodness. It's the sheriff.

[Cisco Kid]

You too, operate. Get your hands up on my manta. Senor Sheriff, I would like an explanation. You'll get it over at the jail. I hear John Bixter was murdered.

[Dora Thurlow]

But Martin can tell you who did that.

[Cisco Kid]

Sheriff, I know all about what Martin thinks. I'll talk with him later. Get going. You two, out that door. Get the guns. Deputy, thank you. In the face of all these guns, Poncho, we will go with the sheriff. But do not worry, senora. We'll be back here very soon.

[Narrator]

But Cisco is not just giving in

[Cisco Kid]

to the sheriff or leaving a terrorized

[Narrator]

man to his fate. In just a moment, we'll return to the Cisco Kid.

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[Narrator]

Now back to the Cisco Kid in our gripping story Terror. As Sisko and Pancho arrived at the cafe in Alder Crossing, they were approached by Dora Thurlow, who told them her husband Martin had Witnessed a murder and now was in terror of his own life from the killers. At once our friends agreed to help. Cisco soundly thrashed the killers and warned them to stay away from Martin. But Sanger, who knew his brother in law, the sheriff, distrusted Cisco, told the sheriff that Cisco and Pancho had committed the murder. Whereupon that official at once arrested our two friends. Now, as Cisco and Pancho, surrounded by the posse, are riding away from the federal.

[Cisco Kid]

Cisco. Si, Pancho. Roger thinks you give in to the sheriff too easy. No, I did for a reason, Chico. What reason, Cisco? What? What? What? Because I wanted those killers to think we were safely out of the way. To convince the sheriff, we must have proof that they mean to kill Senor Martin. Ah. When I give the word, we'll break through this passing. Cisco give the word and Pacio break through. All right, you two, cut out that talking. Is it against the law to talk about the weather, Senor Sheriff? You wasn't talking about no weather. You are quite right.

[Andrew Rines]

We were not.

[Cisco Kid]

Now. Ride, Pancho. Ride. They're not out of danger yet. Up. Get. Now she's go. He not get yours. Just the same, we'll keep going for a few more minutes before we circle the town and ride back. We cannot figure the guns now, Poncho. We'll have to get along without them as best we can. Up.

[Dora Thurlow]

Martin. Martin, you better wake up.

[Cisco Kid]

Now. Where are they, Dora? Are they coming here?

[Dora Thurlow]

Is you coming here?

[Cisco Kid]

Sanger and lan? Who else would I mean?

[Dora Thurlow]

As far as I know, they ain't. But Cisco and Pancho just been arrested by the sheriff. He's taken him to jail.

[Cisco Kid]

You mean. You mean I ain't got any protection now?

[Dora Thurlow]

He arrested him for killing John Bixter. I tried to tell him he was wrong, but he wouldn't listen to me. You better get right over to that jail, Martin, and convince him.

[Cisco Kid]

But then I'd have to tell him about Sangam and Nan.

[Dora Thurlow]

Well, of course. That's the idea.

[Cisco Kid]

No, no, I can't do that. It'll make things worse for me.

[Dora Thurlow]

How can it make things worse? Slanger and Lana and Jalen.

[Cisco Kid]

Oh, I don't know, Dora.

[Dora Thurlow]

I can't think.

[Cisco Kid]

They're gonna get me. They're gonna get me. Sure. I gotta leave. I got to, Martin. You can. I tell you. I won't stay here and be gunned down. I won't. I won't. I'll ride up to my fishing camp, Dora. I'll be safe there. You can convince the chef.

[Dora Thurlow]

Martin, you're crazy.

[Cisco Kid]

Maybe so But I can't stay here. You can ride up when them fellas are safe in jail. I'm saddling up right now and meet Martin. Oh, Martin. You'll stop here for a moment, Pancho, and listen for sounds of pursuit. You've ridden well away from that far, amigo. We haven't lowered the park horses. No. Yeah. How'd you hear the rider? Now, Cisco. Hey, one rider drives by over there. He's riding that horse for all he is worth. Sponsor, do you think that could be Senior Marshall. But we both heard him talk about saddling his horse and leaving the country. Pancho cel Cisco what Pancho thinks. Very well. What do you think Pancho thinks? Senor Martin's so scared, he'd be afraid to go out in the dark. Perhaps you are right, amigo. I know it. Right. In any event, over these trails and in these darkness would be a long time catching up with that rider. To find out who he is, we better ride back to Senor Martin. Mighty smart idea you had, Sanga, telling the sheriff to arrest Cisco. I thought he'd arrest him, all right. He thinks that that Cisco kid's a regular road agent. That's mighty smart. But we'd ought to follow that posse all the way to the jail to make sure they. They got Cisco in. Yeah, they'll get him in, don't worry. Cisco couldn't get away from him in a month of Mondays. I hope you're right, Sanga. Now, we'll take care of Martin Perlow. Make this quick. We better wait a while, Sanger.

[Narrator]

Wait?

[Cisco Kid]

What for? Well, maybe the sheriff will pin that killing on a Cisco. And if he does, then there's no need of us killing Martin. Look, Martin knows we got John Bixter. If he keeps on living, sooner or later he'd make somebody believe we did it. Come on. We're getting Martin right now. They'll have the doors locked, all right. What if they have pretty good at imitating voices? I'll keep quiet.

[Dora Thurlow]

Who is it?

[Cisco Kid]

It's the sheriff, Dora.

[Dora Thurlow]

Thanks a minute.

[Cisco Kid]

You open the door, we step our way inside and grab her. And get your hand over our mouth. Come on, now. I got a sign. I'll take care of mine. That's an all he ate. Here. Now, we're gonna let you talk, ma', am, but don't yell out. You value your life. Now, where's Martin? Oh, come on. Where is he?

[Dora Thurlow]

I wouldn't tell you two coyotes if I knew.

[Cisco Kid]

Answer my question.

[Dora Thurlow]

You can't make me.

[Cisco Kid]

Hey, Zanga. Martin. Used to have a fishing camp up by the headwaters of the river. Maybe he's gone up there.

[Dora Thurlow]

No, no, he ain't up there.

[Cisco Kid]

The way you say that makes me believe he is higher up. L and put a gag in her mouth and we'll take a ride up to that camp. No light in the house now, Cisco, that is not strange. Poncho Martin would not want to stay in that house with a light going. Would give his enemy too good a target and too good Poncho be sheriff and have to wait here for us. Cisco. I do not think he's here, amigo. They look the neighborhood over very carefully before coming here. 2020. Nobody answered in the hack. It's possible the senor and the senor have left. Just to make sure, I will try the door a lot. No, it does not seem they would. I would light a match. There is no one, Santos. Pancho, look over the corner. It's yours. She's bound and gagged. Light the lamp, Pancho. I'll set her free. Why don't you light the lamp? Cut these ropes quicker than the ones I had to knock. There, senora. Now get that gag out of your mouth.

[Dora Thurlow]

Oh, thank goodness we got his. Cisco. Those two desperados came here after Martin.

[Cisco Kid]

Did they get him, senora?

[Dora Thurlow]

No, he left a while before they arrived. He's going up to his fishing camp at the Rallywood.

[Cisco Kid]

Color passesco. Did those hombres find out where he is?

[Dora Thurlow]

They. They guessed it, Cisco. They're on their way there now.

[Cisco Kid]

Then tell us how to get there and we will start at once. I only hope we will be in. How much further? That can't. L. It's been a long time since I was up here. But I'm figuring it's right around the next bend in the trail. Well, then maybe we better leave our horses here and walk the rest of the way. Yeah, be a good idea. Sound of the river will cover our footsteps. Wouldn't cover our horses, though. Let's go say camps. Neuronized thought Sanga. That's it. Right ahead of us. Yeah. There's Martin sitting on the doorstep. The rifle. All right, all right. That's near enough. Come any coach and I'll let you have it. I've been expecting you. Now, that's no way to talk to company. Martin. Yeah? You got us sized up all wrong. No, don't come any coach. I said just near enough so we

[Narrator]

can talk to you. That's all.

[Cisco Kid]

No objections to that, is there, Martin? One more step and I'll fire All right, go ahead and fire. I got the rifle. Second there now. Now we got the tables kind of turned on you, eh, Martin? Are you. Are you. Are you gonna kill me? We sure are. We'd like to have you run around and tell how we got John Bixter. All right, boys. All right. I've been an awful coward all my life. I thought I'd be mighty scared to die. But now the time's come. Well, least I can do his dive fighting. Well, well, what do you know? Gun. Whip him down. We'll see whether you do or not. It's the stuff line. I'll pen him full of lead. That is just what you are not going to do, Aubrey. Siren. I'll get him through. You shoot too quickly. Your aim is poor. Be your last chance to do any shooting for some time. Well, that don't go for me. I'm watching him, Pancho. I'll pick that gun out of his hand. Buenos, Pancho. Jump up his homie and knock the wind out from him. And now, Pancho, have a soft seat to watch the fight. No. Only thing, Pancho, I think the fight gonna last long. I'm hoping it will not, Pancho. We'll try to knock this peyote out as soon as possible. There he goes, Jisco. That quicker than is possible. Get their guns, Pancho. Tie them so they cannot get away. I'm going to attend to. Say, Martin, I heard what he said as we were running up to this camp. And I believe now he knows the meaning of the word courage.

[Dora Thurlow]

Oh, Cisco, you know, you're just wonderful.

[Cisco Kid]

Oh, I am far from wonderful, senora, but gracious.

[Dora Thurlow]

Oh, yes, you are too. You've made a different man out of Martin.

[Cisco Kid]

Oh, he did that himself. I had nothing to do with it. He was fighting with those dealers just as Pancho and I got there.

[Dora Thurlow]

Yes, but you talked to him since then and it did a lot of good. I wish you and Panto would stay right here in Alder Crossing.

[Cisco Kid]

Well, we will be back, senor, you may depend upon it. But you have nothing to worry about from those killers. The sheriff finally realized they were the guilty ones and now they are in jail where they belong.

[Dora Thurlow]

Yes, and all thanks to you again.

[Cisco Kid]

Gracias, senora. And for the time being. Hasta la vista, Disco. Hey, Poncho. Say, you might know all right now. No. Oh, see, he has got it over being gun whipped by the bandido, see? Well, what are you laughing at, Poncho? You know that in my Ponto was his friend Rodolfo. Well, what about Rodolfo? You know the last time found. You see Rodovo, he got a. What do you call it? Cisco. My goodness sake. Oh, oh, he got a cricket on the back. Oh, you mean a crick in the back, amigo. Yeah, crick in the back. In fact, what to do about it? Well, what did you tell him to do about it, chico? Tell him to take a mustard blaster. That was the right thing to tell him. And did he take him mustard plaster? Yes, he's going he taking mustard plaster. Well, what is so funny about that? Pancho Faji's little dalvo. The next day Panzo asked the dabo how he liked the moisty plaster and redouble say all right, but it's so hot it almost bites my tongue off. Oh, Pancho. Oh, as he's cold.

[Narrator]

And so ends another exciting adventure with O. Henry's famous Robin Hood of the west, the Cisco Kid.

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[Narrator]

Be sure to listen again for another thrilling adventure of the Cisco Kid. Cisco Kid was played by Jack Mather Poncho by Harry Lang.

[Dora Thurlow]

Sam.

[Cisco Kid]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

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