The Battle of Buzzard Lake | Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok (06-05-53)

Summary

Episode Summary: "The Battle of Buzzard Lake" | Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok (06-05-53)

Introduction

In this exhilarating episode of the Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok, host Andrew Rines transports listeners to the rugged terrains of the Wild West, where legendary lawman Wild Bill Hickok, portrayed by Guy Madison, teams up with his trusty deputy Jingles, voiced by Andy Devine. Set against the backdrop of Buzzard Lake, this episode, titled "The Battle of Buzzard Lake," masterfully blends thrilling Western action with classic radio drama elements.

Receiving the Call

The adventure begins as Wild Bill and Jingles receive an urgent telegraph message indicating that the infamous outlaw Bart Quincy is hiding near Buzzard Lake. Wild Bill emphasizes the importance of the message, stating at [03:32] “I reckon that there's your telegraph message coming in now, Bill. I guess so. Let me know what it says as soon as you can, will you, Spot?” This sets the stage for their mission to apprehend Quincy, a criminal known for his ruthless robberies and murders.

Investigating Buzzard Lake

Determined to track down Quincy, Wild Bill and Jingles make their way to the nearby trading post. Upon arrival at [06:08], they encounter HI Huskins, the proprietor, who provides crucial information about Quincy’s recent activities. Wild Bill presents a wanted poster, asking, “Here’s a picture of him right here on this wanted poster. You ever see that face before?” (Timestamp [08:01]). Huskins confirms Quincy's presence in the area, noting his methods of transportation and recent sightings.

The Chase Begins

As they gather intelligence, Quincy attempts to flee the scene in a canoe, leading to an immediate confrontation. Wild Bill and Jingles pursue him across Buzzard Lake. During the chase, Wild Bill instructs Jingles, “We’re riding down there to see if we can find some kind of an owl hoot who will probably try to shoot our ears off” ([05:12]). The tension escalates as Quincy narrowly escapes, prompting Wild Bill to devise a strategic plan to corner him.

Strategic Maneuvers on the Lake

Realizing that direct confrontation could be perilous, Wild Bill suggests an alternative approach to capture Quincy. At [14:00], Wild Bill observes, “If we paddle in under there, they'll have to climb up on top to get a shot at us,” highlighting his tactical thinking. They maneuver their canoe towards a secluded part of the lake, attempting to outsmart Quincy by using the island's terrain to their advantage. Wild Bill advises, “It’s the only chance we’ve got, Jingles. Now, come on, let’s move in” ([15:16]), underscoring the critical nature of their mission.

Deceptive Tactics and Capture

In a clever ruse, Wild Bill and Jingles employ decoys to deceive Quincy. Wild Bill instructs Jingles to create distractions using dummy figures, stating, “Just a pair of dummies, Quincy. We thought they'd fool you when it got dark enough, and they did” ([23:13]). This tactic successfully confuses Quincy, allowing Wild Bill and Jingles to close in and apprehend him. The culmination of their efforts is marked by Wild Bill's authoritative command, “Drop that gun, Quincy. Huh?” ([23:07]), leading to Quincy's surrender.

Conclusion and Reflections

With Quincy in custody, Wild Bill and Jingles reflect on their harrowing experience. Jingles humorously remarks, “I'll never get in one of those canoes again as long as I live” ([18:59]), adding a touch of levity to the intense adventure. Wild Bill asserts, “That’s right, partner. Go get the canoe” ([23:44]), demonstrating their unwavering commitment to justice despite the challenges faced.

As the episode closes, listeners are teased with upcoming adventures, ensuring that the legacy of Wild Bill Hickok and Jingles continues to captivate audiences. The episode seamlessly blends suspense, strategy, and camaraderie, embodying the quintessential spirit of Old Time Radio Westerns.

Notable Quotes:

• Wild Bill Hickok ([03:32]): “I reckon that there's your telegraph message coming in now, Bill. I guess so. Let me know what it says as soon as you can, will you, Spot?”

• Wild Bill Hickok ([08:01]): “Here’s a picture of him right here on this wanted poster. You ever see that face before?”

• Wild Bill Hickok ([14:00]): “If we paddle in under there, they'll have to climb up on top to get a shot at us.”

• Wild Bill Hickok ([15:16]): “It’s the only chance we’ve got, Jingles. Now, come on, let’s move in.”

• Wild Bill Hickok ([23:07]): “Drop that gun, Quincy. Huh?”

Final Thoughts

"The Battle of Buzzard Lake" stands out as a testament to the enduring allure of Western tales, enriched by exceptional digital restoration that brings clarity and depth to every scene. Andrew Rines successfully captures the essence of classic radio dramas, making this episode both a nostalgic journey and a fresh experience for new listeners. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, this episode promises suspense, action, and the timeless heroism of Wild Bill Hickok.

Transcript

[Riverbend Motel Announcer]

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[Andrew Rines]

Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode absolutely free. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. Now let's get into this episode.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

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[Guy Madison]

Hiya, folks. Hold on to your hats and gallop along with Guy Madison as Wild Bill Hickok and his pal Jingles. Which is me, Andy Devine. We got another Rootin Tootin Wild Bill Hickok adventure story for you from that famous talkin cereal, Kellogg's Rice Krispies. Snap, Crackle Pop.

[Andy Devine]

Today, Kellogg's Rice Krispies, the world's only talking cereal, brings you Wild Bill Hickok, transcribed in Hollywood and starring Guy Madison as Wild Bill and and Andy Devine as his pal jingles. In just 30 seconds you'll hear the exciting story of the Battle of Buzzard Lake.

[Riverbend Motel Announcer]

Riverbend Motel and Spray salutes America's armed forces and all of our military veterans for the sacrifices they've made. Our troops are our angels of freedom and our wings of protection fighting to defend our country. So please honor our warriors for their dedication and bravery as well as our veterans and those who have given their lives in the line of duty because they are America's true heroes. A message from Riverbend Motel in Spray. That's Riverbend Motel in Spray.

[Andy Devine]

If you heard the jingle of spurs at your front door, you'd know a cowboy had come calling. And at breakfast, when you hear that happy sound, snap, crackle, pop, you know you're set to enjoy Kellogg's Rice Krispies. Yes, sir. When you pour the milk on Rice Krispies, they sound off with Snap, crackle Pop because they're tumble toasted. That spins them full of crispy goodness and makes them golden toasty all over. Real good tasting. Have Rice Krispies first thing tomorrow. You'll like them. United States Marshal Wild Bill Hickok and his big deputy Jingles rode the deserts, the prairies and the mountains, upholding the law in The West. But one of their strangest adventures came to them when they took part in the Battle of Buzzard Lake.

[Guy Madison]

Well, well, well.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

I reckon that there's your telegraph message coming in now, Bill. I guess so. Let me know what it says as soon as you can, will you, Spot?

[Guy Madison]

Sure. Sure.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Must be important.

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, it's important. Least it is. It's a W. I wish they'd never invented that dad burned telegraph thing.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Oh, I don't know, Jingles. It's a pretty handy thing.

[Guy Madison]

Well, it's handy for people who want to get a hold of us and send us chasing all over the West. Wasn't for the telegram, it might take them a week or two to catch up with us. And meantime, we could go fishing.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We haven't been on a real tough case for weeks, Jingles. Maybe this will do it.

[Guy Madison]

Well, you don't need to be so happy about it. You sound like it'd be fun to get out on the trail and get ourselves shot at some more. Here it is, Wild Bill.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Yeah.

[Bart Quincy]

Don't seem to me to say very much.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Let me see.

[Guy Madison]

What's it say? Huh, Bill? What's it say?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It says, believe Quincy hiding in Black Mountains near Buzzard Lake. Please investigate at once.

[Guy Madison]

Is that all?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's all, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

Well, at least it said please. That's more than the old bobcat ever said before.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's no way to talk about your superior officer, partner. The boss says please investigate. So let's hit the trail for Buzzard Lake.

[Guy Madison]

Yes, sir. Bill, is that Buzzard Lake down there in the valley?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Sure is, Jingles. Mighty pretty, isn't it?

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, Bill, that look. Sure looks like that lake might have some fish in it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Don't some real big fish, I hope.

[Guy Madison]

What do you say we take just a little time off to go fishing, huh? Can't we, huh?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's just what we're doing, partner.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, we are not. We're working. We're riding down there to see if we can find some kind of an owl hoot who will probably try to shoot our ears off.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That owl hoot is our big fish, Jingles. He's Bart Quincy, the most wanted male robber in the whole West.

[Guy Madison]

Quincy? Oh, I've heard of him, Bill. He's just plain no good.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You're right there.

[Guy Madison]

He holds up post offices and mail trains.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

He's the one.

[Guy Madison]

And he shoots the clerks if he don't like their look. Yep, and he killed a couple of sheriffs.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Sure did.

[Guy Madison]

And he's the one we're going fishing for.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's right, Jimmy.

[Guy Madison]

You know something? Rather fish for catfish.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Not this trip or bath. No. We're after Quincy and we may find him here at Buzzard Lake.

[Guy Madison]

That's what I was afraid of, Bill. You got any idea where he might be hiding now?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

No, but we'll stop at the trading post and see if anybody's seen him.

[Guy Madison]

That's a good idea. Maybe I can get a little snack of some kind to keep me going to lunchtime.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Whoa, boy.

[Guy Madison]

This trading post is just about as big as a log cabin, Bill.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, that's all they have in this part of the country, Jingle.

[Guy Madison]

Well, would you look at that?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Look at what?

[Guy Madison]

That big cheese and that great big.

[Bart Quincy]

Barrel of crackers, Bill.

[Guy Madison]

I'm gonna like it here.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Just hold on to your appetite for a minute, partner. Here comes a trader.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Howdy, stranger. Howdy. You be strangers hereby, didn't you?

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, we be strangers, ain't we?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Well, nobody's a stranger long around here. Besides, my name's HI Huskins, proprietor Buzzard Lake at Trading Post.

[Guy Madison]

Well, howdy.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Now, this here also handle the express office. And I'm the postmaster, too, and the justice of the piece when there's any justin to be done, which ain't often.

[Guy Madison]

Well, that's nice.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Now, this I do a little prospecting now and then. And I got a patch of barley and spuds and I run a trap line.

[Guy Madison]

Well, you're real busy.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Now, this I started a newspaper back spare, but there ain't enough folks around here to keep it going. Now I just look after the trading post and the farm and the express office and the trap line.

[Guy Madison]

And now this is.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

I still play the fiddle o call square dances.

[Guy Madison]

Now, just a doggone minute.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

What's the matter?

[Guy Madison]

I just want to say that this here is Wild Bill Hickok.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Wild? Oh, Hickok. Well, how do you do? I'm glad to know you, Wild Bill.

[Guy Madison]

Well, I thought you would be. And I'm Jingle.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

And I'm glad to know you, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

Jingle. Dad. Burn it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Oh, you guys.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

You fellas here on business or pleasure?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Business this time, Si. Thought you might be able to help.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Us, he said so. I'll be glad to help if I can.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Marshal, have you seen any strangers around Buzzard Lake lately?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Well, now, there's lots of trappers and prospectors stopping here. You might call them strangers.

[Guy Madison]

Well, now, the gent we're looking for ain't no trapper or prospector.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Here's a picture of him right here on this wanted poster. You ever See that face before?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Let me see. Fix my glasses. Yeah.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, yes.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

He's been in here once or twice. He loaded up on grub and supplies.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

How was he traveling?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Well, he and a big black haired guy, they had a canoe. They came across the lake and then he went back the same way.

[Guy Madison]

Guess that's our man Bill.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

What's he wanting for, Marshall?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Mail. Robbery and murder with eyes Wine. Just keep your eyes and ears open. And if you hear anything about Bart Quincy, let us know.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Bart Quincy. Oh, I won't forget his name.

[Guy Madison]

Get out. He's outside the way.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Come on, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

There he goes, Bill. Through the trees.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hold it, Jingle.

[Guy Madison]

Hold it.

[Jingles]

Let him go.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

But Bill, that isn't Quincy. But whoever he is, he's liable to lead us right to our man. Charlie hears a heartwarming sound will take you right out to a ranch corral. Listen.

[Andy Devine]

Oh yeah. Sounds like somebody shooing a horse.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Sure thing. Out west you hear that sound the year round.

[Andy Devine]

Speaking of heartwarming sound, Slim, don't you hear that cheery snap crackle pop of Kellogg's Rice Krispies? Don't you hear that sound the year round out west?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Indeed you do, Charlie. That snap crackle pop puts me right back at a ranch house table. That sound makes me taste that wonderful Rice Krispies flavor. Dog gone makes me hungry.

[Andy Devine]

Oh, there's nothing quite like those tumble toasted Rice Krispies. They're the only talking cereal in the world. And that special tumble toasting process of Kellogg's spins them full of crispy goodness and makes them golden toasty all over.

[Jingles]

Real eatin.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Those snap crackle pop Rice Krispies are real eatin'.

[Jingles]

Listen, partner, I mean you there listening to this show.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Why don't you ask mom to get you a big box of Kellogg's Rice Krispies today. And then tomorrow morning have yourself the breakfast that sounds off to tell you how good it tastes. Delicious Rice Krispies.

[Andy Devine]

When Wild Bill mentioned the name of Bart Quincy to the trader at Buzzard Lake, shops came crashing through the window of the trading post. When Bill and Jingles hurried outside after the would be assassin, Bill decided to let him go and follow him.

[Guy Madison]

There he goes, Bill. He's getting away in a canoe.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hold it right here, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

But Billy tried to kill us. Let me have a shot at him.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

No. We can be pretty sure that he's working for Quincy. If we follow him, maybe he'll lead us right to the man we're after.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

He's Quincy's man all right. Yes, he's the Big guide I was telling you about.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You have a canoe we can borrow? Si.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Why, sir, just help yourself from any of those down at the boat landing there.

[Guy Madison]

What? Me in a canoe?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Why, sure. Why not? Oh, I see. Well, we'll just squeeze you in easy, Jingles. You ought to fit just real nice and snug.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Come on, let's get after that bushwhacker.

[Guy Madison]

I don't think I ever been in a canoe, Bill. How do you make them go?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We'll show you, partner.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

You just pick up a paddle and you start swinging it.

[Guy Madison]

Hey, Bill, that canoe out there is headed for that island.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It sure is. Side. Does anybody live on that island?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

No, not anymore. There was an old trapper built a cabin out there, but, oh, he hasn't been around for years now.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Maybe the man we're looking for is holed up in that old cabin, see?

[Kellogg's Announcer]

You know, that could be. That sure could be. Why, it'd make a fine hiding place, all right.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Well, here's our canoe, Jingles. Climb in.

[Guy Madison]

Me get into that little thing?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's right.

[Guy Madison]

Do I ride in it or wear it?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Just step into it and sit down.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

And step into the middle of it or we'll be fishing you out of the lake.

[Guy Madison]

Bill Hickok, you can think of more ways to get me killed or drowned or busted up than anybody I know.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You won't get hurt, Jingles. Climb in.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, all right. Now, hold this peanut shell still for me.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

Okay, I got it. Wiggle, sit down. You're rocking the boat.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Oh, that's better. All right, here I come. All right, shove us off.

[Kellogg's Announcer]

S right, Bill.

[Guy Madison]

There you go.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Thanks. All right, start paddling, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

All right, but I ain't no canoe wrangler. I wish these owl hoots would stick to dry land where I can chase them on. Joker.

[Bart Quincy]

Hey, Mark.

[Jingles]

Yeah, here I am, Spade. You get the supplies all right?

[Bart Quincy]

Yeah, they're down in the canoe, but we might not get a chance to use them.

[Jingles]

What do you mean?

[Bart Quincy]

I mean we got trouble on a trail. Big trouble. Looks like we're gonna have to pull out of here.

[Jingles]

What are you talking about? We got all the money from that last robbery. We got plenty of supplies and we got a great hiding place. Why should we pull out?

[Bart Quincy]

That's what I'm trying to tell you. Well, Bill Hickok's on your trail. Hickok? Yes, Hickok. Now, how do you feel?

[Jingles]

I still ain't worried.

[Bart Quincy]

But Bart, he and that big deputy of his are coming across the lake in a canoe right now.

[Jingles]

I don't care. We'll stop him, all right.

[Bart Quincy]

But, Bart, look out there. You can see him now?

[Jingles]

Sure, I can see him. That's why I picked this island.

[Bart Quincy]

Well, what are you gonna do?

[Jingles]

I'll show you. Hand me that rifle.

[Bart Quincy]

Yeah. You gonna plug them?

[Jingles]

I'm gonna try. They're just out of range.

[Bart Quincy]

Yeah, but they're stopping.

[Jingles]

Is he, Spade? That's a nice thing about an island. Nobody can get close to you without you seeing them. And if Marshall Hickok and that big deputy want to come any closer, they stand a good chance of stopping plenty of my lead.

[Guy Madison]

Bill. There's another shot. If we go any closer to that island, we're going to be setting ducks for that buzzard with the rifle.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

I know it jingles, and we're too far out to shoot back with a six gun.

[Guy Madison]

Well, I guess we might as well paddle back to the trading post then, huh?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Not just yet. Oh, let's paddle around the island and see if there's some way to sneak up on them.

[Guy Madison]

Clear around the island, Bill. My arms are about ready to drop off now. I'm not used to herding the canoe.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Can't help it, partner. Big End. Let's go.

[Guy Madison]

I'm beginning to find out how to make this thing go where I want it to, Bill. But I'd still rather have a horse.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

A horse wouldn't do much good out here on the lake.

[Guy Madison]

I didn't say I wanted to be on the lake. See, those pole cats are still shooting at us. We can't sneak up on them, Bill. There's nothing to hide behind.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Wait a minute, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

What is it?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

I just noticed something.

[Guy Madison]

Well, so did I. I just noticed that no matter how we try to catch up with those coyotes, we're liable to get our ears shot on.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

No, we're not. Over at that end of the island is a steep cliff.

[Guy Madison]

I see it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

If we paddle in under there, they'll have to climb up on top to get a shot at us.

[Guy Madison]

Sure, but that's just what they'll do.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

But if we move fast, maybe we can land on the beach before they can get us.

[Guy Madison]

Maybe, he says. Bill Hickok, when it comes to my chances of staying alive, I don't want no maybe about it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It's the only chance we've got, Jingles. Now, come on, let's move in.

[Guy Madison]

Hey, we got this thing moving pretty fast. I'm getting pretty good with the paddle.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We're making those two gents run along the beach to keep up with us. I think we're gonna make it Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

But aren't we getting in rival range now?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yeah, but if they stop to shoot, we'll just get that much closer.

[Guy Madison]

Or else we'll get ourselves ventilated with a rifle slug.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's a chance we gotta take.

[Guy Madison]

N now. That was closed.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yeah, we're in range all right.

[Guy Madison]

Jasper out there is a pretty good shot. Too darn good to suit me.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

They stopped to shoot though. That means we got a chance to beat them to the beach under the cliff.

[Guy Madison]

I'm not sure I want to, Bill. I think we're close enough. So can I hit him with a six gun?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Better not try it yet.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, just one shot, Bill. Maybe it'll make him stop shooting at us.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Jingle. Don't stand up. Jingle. Jingle. You all right, partner?

[Guy Madison]

I guess that darn canoe pitched me off like a sun facing bronze.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Grab hold of the canoe. We'll have to swim for the beach.

[Guy Madison]

You mean we're still gonna try to land on that island?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Sure are. That's what we came out here for.

[Guy Madison]

Hey, Bill, we're just sitting back some of those weasels on shore.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Then start swimming. It's our only chance.

[Guy Madison]

This may be our only chance, but if you ask me, it's one of the slimmest chances we ever had.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You hear that, Charlie? They call that the boom and call of the prairie chicken. No other animal noise like it.

[Andy Devine]

You mean an exclusive sound like the snap crackle pop Rice Krispies make when you pour the milk on them. No other cereal sounds off like Kellogg's Rice Krispies. Kids, it's the world's only talking cereal. And there's a good reason for it. Rice Krispies speak up because they're so fresh and crisp. And they're so fresh and crisp because they're tumble toasted over and over. The rice kernels go till they're spun through with crispy goodness and golden toasty all over. Rice Krispies is the only tumble toasted cereal wranglers.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You can hear some mighty musical sounds out on the prairie. But my favorite sound comes right out.

[Jingles]

Of a cereal bowl.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

A big bowl of Rice Krispies swimmin in good cold milk.

[Jingles]

That snap crackle pop is a song of joy to these cowpokers.

[Andy Devine]

It's a song of joy to more and more kids every day. Tell mom you'd like to be called to breakfast with a snap crackle pop tomorrow. Ask her to get a box of Kellogg's Rice Krispies today. When Jingles stood up in the canoe to take a shot at the bandits on shore, both he and Bill went into the waters of the lake. As they held onto the canoe and swam toward the beach, they were just what Jingle said, sitting ducks for the riflemen on the island.

[Guy Madison]

Bill, they're coming too close. They'll get ashore okay.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hold up a minute. Hang on to the canoe while I try a shot.

[Guy Madison]

But your guns are all wet.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

They've been wet before and still fine. I don't think the cartridges are soaked yet.

[Guy Madison]

Let them have it, Bill. Did you get them?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

No. It's a pretty long shot for a six gun, but they sure jumped down behind those rocks good.

[Guy Madison]

I was getting awful tired of those slugs bouncing around my ear.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Hurry up now. I think we got a chance to get to the beach.

[Guy Madison]

Oh. Hey, Bill, my feet touched the bottom.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yeah, we made it, Jingles. All right, haul a canoe up on the beach. Come on, hurry.

[Guy Madison]

I'll never get in one of those canoes again as long as I live. No, sir. Re Bob, sir.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Stay behind those rocks. Jingles Quincy and his partner aren't going to give up just yet.

[Guy Madison]

No. Wait till I get my hands on those two. I'm going to put them in a canoe and shove them out in the lake without a paddle and practice shooting at them the rest of the afternoon.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You have to catch them first.

[Guy Madison]

I'll catch them all right. Come on, let's go.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

All right, but watch your step and stay close to shelter.

[Guy Madison]

I don't see them anywhere, Bill.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

They're one of two places, Jingles. Either they high tail it back to their cabin or they're hiding somewhere and wait in the bushwhack.

[Guy Madison]

Now that's a cheerful thought.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

I got a hunch they went back to the cabin, though when they couldn't stop us from landing on the island.

[Guy Madison]

If they did, it'll be pretty tough to smoke them out of there.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Yeah. There's a big clearing around the cabin and they'll be shooting at us as we move in.

[Guy Madison]

I don't know why I had to pick a job where every time you try to do something, you get shot at. I'm beginning to think this business is plum unhealthy. There's a cabin down there, Bill. Wonder if they're inside.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Those tracks lead right up to the cabin. They must be in there. Let's find out. They're in there, all right. Keep your head down, Jingles.

[Guy Madison]

Don't worry. I just got a hole shot through the top of my hat and I don't want one through my head.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Those two coyotes shoot at Anything that looks like a man.

[Guy Madison]

And if we try to rush that cabin, they'll do more than shoot our hats off.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Maybe we can give them something else to shoot at. Their canoe is tied up on the other side of this big rock jingle.

[Guy Madison]

Yeah, but I ain't gonna get in it and let him shoot at me.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

You don't have to. Reach around and pull the canoe in here where they can't see it.

[Guy Madison]

All right, but I won't ride in it. I said I'd never get in a canoe again, and I mean it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Give me your shirt and hat before you start.

[Guy Madison]

My shirt and hat? What for?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

If you don't want to get in the canoe, we have to have something that looks like you.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, I get it. We'll stuff a couple of dummies with grass and branches, put them in the canoe and shove them out in the lake, huh?

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's the idea. And while they're filling the dummies with lead, we'll run over and smash in the back door.

[Guy Madison]

That's a wonderful idea. There's just one little thing wrong with it.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

What's that?

[Guy Madison]

It won't work.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

It's the only chance we have, partner. Now, you get that canoe, and let's give it a try.

[Jingles]

Well, I haven't heard any more from those two lawmen. Maybe they went back and got their canoe and shoved off.

[Bart Quincy]

Yeah, and maybe they didn't. They're on this island someplace. And I ain't moving out of this cabin while I find out where they are. That Hickok's too good a shot.

[Jingles]

Relax. He's got across that clearing to get to us. And if he moves into the open, I'll blast it.

[Bart Quincy]

That's fine as long as it's daylight, but it's starting to get dark, Bart.

[Jingles]

So what? You afraid of the dark?

[Bart Quincy]

No, but they can sneak up on the cabin in the dark.

[Jingles]

Let them. They won't find us here. Just as soon as it's dark enough, we'll take that money from the robbery, sneak down to our canoe and make our getaway.

[Bart Quincy]

That's the best thing you said yet. I don't like having that marshal on my trail.

[Jingles]

There's all that grub you left in the canoe. We won't even have to stop to load up.

[Bart Quincy]

What'd you do with the canoe? I left it tied to this side of that big rock.

[Jingles]

I didn't do nothing with it.

[Bart Quincy]

Well, it's gone.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Gone? It can't be.

[Jingles]

You just can't see it in the dark.

[Bart Quincy]

It isn't that dark yet. Go on. I tell you.

[Jingles]

Let me look. Hey, wait a minute. Look out there on the lake.

[Bart Quincy]

It's a canoe.

[Jingles]

Yeah, with two men in it. That's Hickok and Jingles trying to pull a fast one on us. Give me that rifle.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Here.

[Bart Quincy]

Here it is. You can't miss at that distance, Brush.

[Jingles]

I'll say I can't.

[Bart Quincy]

You got that? Big jeopardy. He tumbled right into the canoe.

[Jingles]

Good. Now for Hickok.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Drop that gun, Quincy. Huh?

[Guy Madison]

All right. Would you get your hands up? Both of you. I said get your hands up. That's what I mean.

[Bart Quincy]

Oh, shut up, you big windbag. We got him up.

[Guy Madison]

Well, keep them up.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Pick up the guns.

[Guy Madison]

Jingles, that will be a pleasure.

[Jingles]

Just tell me one thing, Hickok. Who was I just shooting that out in that canoe?

[Guy Madison]

A couple of friends of ours.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

Just a pair of dummies, Quincy. We thought they'd fool you when it got dark enough, and they did.

[Guy Madison]

And now we'll just start that long trip to the jailhouse with you.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's right, Jingles. I'll watch them while you go get our canoe.

[Guy Madison]

Oh, no, sir. Now, not me. I told you I wasn't ever going to get in a canoe again.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

And I mean, how do you figure to get off this island?

[Guy Madison]

Island? Well, that's right. We're clear out in the middle of Buzzard Lake.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We sure are.

[Guy Madison]

Well, then I guess there's only one thing for me to do, Bill.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

That's right, partner. Go get the canoe.

[Guy Madison]

Go get the canoe. Nothing. Wild Bill Hickok. I'm gonna swim.

[Andy Devine]

And now, here are the stars of Wild Bill Hickok, Guy Madison and Andy Devine.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

We'll be back again on Monday, kids, with another adventure story for you. By the way, Andy, what's it going to be?

[Guy Madison]

Oh, it's a lollapalooza, Guy. All about cattle rustling and how Jingles gives Wild Bill a helping hand. We call it the Battle of Bear Creek.

[Wild Bill Hickok]

So long, kids.

[Guy Madison]

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[Wild Bill Hickok]

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[Guy Madison]

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[Andy Devine]

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[Guy Madison]

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[Guy Madison]

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