The Gunpowder | The Lone Ranger (01-09-53)

Summary

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Podcast Summary: The Gunpowder | The Lone Ranger (01-09-53)

Podcast: Old Time Radio Westerns
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode Date: January 16, 2026

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Episode Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns features a digitally restored classic episode of The Lone Ranger from January 9, 1953, titled "The Gunpowder." In this gripping adventure, the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion Tonto work to thwart a devastating attack on Fort Drake. Internal betrayal, tense action, and the iconic masked hero’s courage drive the story as plans to deliver desperately needed gunpowder are intercepted, putting the entire fort and surrounding territory at risk.

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Key Discussion Points and Story Breakdown

1. Supply Wagons Attacked & Suspicion of Betrayal

• Setting: Fort Drake, Colonel Pierce’s headquarters.
• Problem Established: Fort supply wagons have been repeatedly lost to attacks, suggesting a traitor within the ranks.
• Suspicion Falls on Pender:
  • Captain Vail notes, "[The Indians] seemed to know just when they were coming." (03:32)
  • Pender, the army scout, becomes the primary suspect due to his privileged movements.
• Orders & Countermeasures:
  • Pender is to be watched and a courier is ordered to guide the next wagons via an alternate, 'safe' route (river trail).

2. Treachery Unveiled – Pender’s Secret Meeting

• Covert Rendezvous:
  • Pender rides to meet Crowfoot, an Apache, warning him of plans and new route. He admits he’s leaving to avoid suspicion:

    "I listened outside the colonel's door, heard him telling the captain to have me followed... But how you help Apache if you not go back to stockade?" — Crowfoot & Pender (04:36–05:11)

  • Pender relays Colonel Pierce’s orders to change the wagon route, instructing Crowfoot to prepare an ambush.

3. Ambush on the River Trail

• Attack:
  • As warned, the wagons are ambushed by Apaches—troopers are killed, wagons stolen.
  • Lone Ranger and Tonto, hearing the battle, arrive too late:

    "We're too late, Toto." — Lone Ranger (06:50)

4. Aftermath and Investigations at Fort Drake

• Reporting the Loss:
  • The Lone Ranger brings news to Colonel Pierce.
  • Evidence mounts against Pender as the leak:

    "One of the other scouts reported that he saw Pender riding into the Apache village last week just before the last attack took place." — Colonel Pierce (08:18)

5. Pow-Wow with the Apaches & Discovery of the Plot

• Scouting the Apache Camp:
  • Tonto infiltrates the Apache camp; overhears Pender plotting directly with Chief Big Wolf.
  • The plan is revealed: a disguised army wagon packed with gunpowder will be sent rolling towards the fort to blow open the gates at dawn.

    "Well, I attached a long fuse to those kegs... We’ll take the wagon to the ridge... light the fuse and start it rolling... The gunpowder will explode and blow them open..." — Pender (15:45)

6. Desperate Preparations & The Lone Ranger’s Heroics

• Fort Defenses:
  • Lone Ranger races to warn Colonel Pierce; Tonto rides to Fort Davis for reinforcements.
  • Inside the fort, anxiety runs high as officers spot the wagon on the ridge at dawn:

    “Colonel, that's an army wagon. It's some trick… The wagon may carry gun powder.” — Captain Vail (17:43–17:52)

• Dramatic Rescue:
  • Lone Ranger, realizing the plan, sprints to intercept the wagon under Apache gunfire; leaps from Silver onto the moving wagon, cuts the fuse, and stops the explosive threat just in time (20:07–20:18).

    "[He] seemed to hurt himself from the saddle onto the wagon... He quickly cut the fuse, then turned and grasped the lever that applied the wagon brake." — Narrator (20:07)

7. The Battle for Fort Drake

• Indian Assault:
  • Foiled in their plan, the Apaches attempt a direct assault.
• Gunpowder Saved:
  • The gunpowder recovered from the wagon is used in the fort’s defense.
• Reinforcements Arrive:
  • At a critical moment, troopers sent by Tonto and Major Norton arrive, turning the tide.

    “Look. Coming over the ridge, the reinforcements.” — Tonto (21:37)

8. Resolution & Aftermath

• Apaches & Pender Defeated:
  • The attackers scatter; Pender is wounded and identified as the traitor.
• Thanks & Farewells:
  • Colonel Pierce and Captain Vail express their gratitude to the Lone Ranger and Tonto:

    “Your action this morning when you faced death—to stop that wagon and cut the fuse—was the most spectacular and courageous thing I’ve ever seen.” — Captain Vail (22:29) “We owe our lives to those two captains." — Colonel Pierce (23:02)

  • The Lone Ranger and Tonto ride off, having once again restored justice.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Loyalty and Justice:

  "He's a man among men, ready at all times to fight for God and for his country. He's the Lone Ranger." — Colonel Pierce (23:12)

• Regarding Betrayal:

  "He must have learned of those orders somehow and left to tell the Apache." — Tonto (08:40)

• On the Lone Ranger’s Heroics:

  “Let’s hope he doesn’t get a bullet before he can reach it.” — Captain Vail, as the Lone Ranger gallops into danger (19:35)

• Classic Sign-Off:

  “Montule!” — The Lone Ranger’s rallying cry as he departs (22:59)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• Introduction & Setup: 00:52–03:59
• Pender’s Betrayal Revealed: 04:28–05:24
• Ambush of Supply Wagons: 05:38–06:50
• Lone Ranger Reports Attack: 07:07–08:40
• Tonto Scouts Apache Camp: 10:12–11:43
• Attack Plan Uncovered: 15:38–16:35
• Dawn Attack on Fort Drake: 16:46–18:18
• Lone Ranger Stops Wagon: 19:11–20:18
• Battle & Reinforcements: 20:55–21:43
• Resolution & Thanks: 22:13–23:12

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Episode Tone & Style

The episode captures the classic tension and valor of the golden-age Western, complete with suspenseful confrontations, covert plotting, and gallant heroics. The characters speak in the clipped, earnest style typical of 1950s radio dramas, while the soundscape immerses listeners with trotting hooves, gunfire, and urgent music cues.

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Final Takeaway

The Gunpowder delivers on all the hallmarks of a great Lone Ranger episode: thrilling action, suspenseful intrigue, noble sacrifice, and a satisfying resolution. Digitally restored, the audio brings the rich soundscape and drama of the Old West to vibrant life, offering both nostalgic enjoyment and timeless storytelling for new audiences.

Transcript

[Colonel Pierce]

Foreign.

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

[Narrator]

A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty hi O. Silver. The Lone Ranger, With his faithful Indian companion Tato, the daring and resourceful masked rider of the plains led the fight for law and order in the early western United States. Nowhere in the pages of history can one find a greater champion of justice. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the thundering hoop beats of the great horse. Silver.

[The Lone Ranger]

The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Narrator]

Colonel Pierce paced the floor of his headquarters at Fort Drake as he talked to his aide, Captain Vail.

[Captain Vail]

Captain, twice we've lost wagons bringing supplies and guns to the fort.

I know, sir. The Indians seemed to know just when they were coming.

That's it exactly. Someone must have tipped them off. Someone in this talkeed is a traitor.

There's only one who might have the chance to pass on the information, sir. The army scout, Pender comes and goes as he pleases.

[Colonel Pierce]

I've suspected Pender at long.

[Captain Vail]

Of course, we must have proof before we can bring charges against him. From now on, have Pender followed whenever.

[Colonel Pierce]

He leaves a stockade.

[Captain Vail]

Yes, sir.

[Colonel Pierce]

Furthermore, I. I want you to send a courier to meet the three wagons we expect tomorrow.

[Captain Vail]

Give orders for the wagons to use the river trail instead of coming through.

[Colonel Pierce]

The valley where the other two attacks took place.

[Captain Vail]

I'll send a courier at once, Colonel. And as you ordered, I'll have Pen a watch from now on.

[Colonel Pierce]

Sir, you wonder if those wagons is bringing a load of gunpowder which we need so badly. Go at once and carry out my orders.

[Captain Vail]

Yes.

[Narrator]

Later, in a grove on a ridge overlooking an Apache village, the army scout Pender pulled to a stop.

[The Lone Ranger]

Oh, ho there.

[Narrator]

As he dismounted, an Indian stepped from the tall brush.

[Crowfoot]

Me not think you'd get here so soon. I left the stockade earlier. Nine Tender Crowfoot. What's more, I'm not going back. Why you say that they found out about me. I listened outside the colonel's door, heard him telling the captain to have me followed. Well, I left in a hurry before the captain had a chance to do it. But how you help Apache if you not go back to stockade? I found out something else while I listened three More wagons are coming to the fort. The colonel is sending orders by courier for them to stay away from the valley and take the river trail when wagons come tomorrow. You tell Chief Big Wolf to have his braves ready to attack him on the river trail. I'll see you tomorrow, Crowfoot. So long.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get up.

[Narrator]

The following afternoon, the three army wagons moved slowly along the river trail.

[Captain Vail]

Get up.

[Crowfoot]

Get on there.

[Tonto]

I'd like to know what the reason is for changing our route.

[Captain Vail]

What's the difference?

[Crowfoot]

We lose only a few hours by taking the river trail.

[The Lone Ranger]

Get up there. After we reach the fort, I'm gonna. Hey, Indians. Holy mackerel. Start shooting. The redskins are coming from every direction. Whoa, whoa, whoa. We haven't a chance.

[Narrator]

The three drivers and the few troopers.

Guarding the wagons were soon overpowered, falling under the savage attack by the apach.

Some distance away, the Lone Ranger and his Indian companion, Toto, who were riding along the river trail, heard the distant battle.

[Tonto]

He must have been listening. Sounds like Indians attacking. All right.

[The Lone Ranger]

Let's go, Monsoon.

[Narrator]

By the time the masked man and Indian reached the scene of the attack, the Indians had left.

[Tonto]

Oh, we're too late, Toto.

[The Lone Ranger]

Ah.

[Captain Vail]

Tracks show Indians drive away with three wagons. Take troopers, horses.

[Tonto]

We'll see if any of them are still alive.

[Narrator]

The two men went from one trooper to another, but none were alive. The Lone Ranger thought a moment, then spoke.

[Tonto]

Otto, the fort isn't far from here. I'll go report this to Colonel Pierce. They want to see the bodies for identification before they're buried. You wait here until I come back. Ah, me?

[Crowfoot]

Wait.

[Narrator]

The masked man had helped Colonel Pierce in the past and had no difficulty. When he asked to be taken to the commandant's headquarters. The colonel greeted him as an old friend.

[Captain Vail]

Welcome, my friend.

[Colonel Pierce]

I'm very glad to see you again.

[Tonto]

It's good to see you again too, Colonel, but frankly, I brought bad news.

[Colonel Pierce]

Bad news?

[Narrator]

That's right. Briefly, the masked man told about the attack and of the death of the troopers on the river trail.

[Colonel Pierce]

That's terrible. Terrible. I'll go with you at once and take some men along to look after those poor fellows. Captain, order a squad of men to prepare to ride at once.

[Captain Vail]

Yes, sir.

[Tonto]

We could hear the attack from a distance, sir. Those men didn't have a chance.

[Colonel Pierce]

This is the third attack in a month. The arrival of each wagon train was an army secret. Yet the Apaches found out.

[Tonto]

Do you have any idea how, sir?

[Captain Vail]

Yes.

[Colonel Pierce]

An army scout named Pender. I'm sure he's the one who gave him the Information?

[Tonto]

What makes you so sure?

[Colonel Pierce]

One of the other scouts reported that he saw Pender riding into the Apache village last week just before the last attack took place.

[Tonto]

You didn't have Pender brought before you?

[Colonel Pierce]

No. Yesterday I ordered dispatch sent changing the route of the wagons. Also, I ordered that someone be detailed to follow Pender. He left hurriedly before that order could be carried out. He didn't return.

[Tonto]

He must have learned of those orders somehow and left to tell the apach.

[Colonel Pierce]

I don't know how he could have. Anyhow, he left hurriedly and now I hear of another attack.

[Captain Vail]

Your horse is ready, sir, and the men are waiting.

Very good, Captain.

[Colonel Pierce]

Let's go.

[Tonto]

Right.

[Narrator]

Soon the Lone Ranger with the colonel and the troopers arrived at the scene of the attack. The unfortunate victim. Victims of the raid were sadly placed upon pack horses. And the troopers started slowly back to the fort. The colonel lingered a few moments to talk to the masked man.

[Colonel Pierce]

This massacre is an outrage.

[Captain Vail]

We must put a stop to such attacks once and for all.

[Tonto]

But the Apaches greatly outnumber your men, Colonel.

[Colonel Pierce]

Yes, I do. I've sent for reinforcements, but my request has been denied.

[Tonto]

Why?

[Captain Vail]

The general in charge of this area is new.

[Colonel Pierce]

He sent me a dispatch saying that to march against the Apaches in force will cause a general uprising.

[Tonto]

Huttle and I'll stay in this territory and do some scouting. If the Apaches show evidence of making a move, we'll let you know, sir.

[Colonel Pierce]

Thank you. I know I can count on you. I'll get back to the port now. Goodbye for a while.

[Tonto]

Adios.

What we do now?

Keymos, Abby, Otto. We'll keep close watch on Big Wolf and his br.

[Narrator]

The masked man and his Indian friend made camp in a woods not far from the Apache village. That evening, they rode to the ridge overlooking the Indian village. Leaving their horses hidden among the trees, they cautiously moved forward on foot to see what was going on. From a vantage point behind a large boulder on the ridge, they looked down.

[Tonto]

It look like them whole pow wow near campfire. Front of chief's weak.

I wish we could hear what's going on.

Chief's wigwam. Near foot, a wooded slope. Me go down, get close. Try here.

[Narrator]

What if they capture you, Toto?

[Tonto]

They'll not capture me, Kimasabe. You wait. Soon we come back.

[Narrator]

Silently, like a shadow, Toto disappeared into the underbrush. As time went on, the Lone Ranger became anxious. He knelt behind the boulder, watching intently and listening for any sound that might indicate Toto had been discovered.

[Tonto]

Suddenly you stand up.

[Crowfoot]

Raise hands high.

[Narrator]

Slowly, the masked man stood and turned to face the leering painted face of Crowfoot who stood holding a gun.

[Crowfoot]

Me take you to village. Apaches here of pale face who wear mask Big Wolf be happy. Let braves use tomahawks on masked man.

[Captain Vail]

You drop guns.

[Narrator]

A lone Ranger had seen Tahno move silently behind the Apache and hold a knife at his back. Crowfoot, taken by surprise, hastily dropped his gun.

[Tonto]

You will not make sound.

Good work, Toddo. We'll tie and gagging quickly, the masked.

[Narrator]

Man and Indian tied and gagged Crowfoot. When they finished, Toto drew the Lone Ranger to one side and spoke in a low voice.

[Tonto]

We get close, Kimasabi. We hear words of pow wow. Go on, soldier, talk to Chief Big Wolf. Him tell Apache to attack stockade.

He must be that army scout Pender.

[Colonel Pierce]

Ah.

[Tonto]

When we get close soldier talking to chief and other Indian tell him Colonel send for reinforcements. Him say for chief to attack fort at dawn. See him have good plan to take stockade. Chief agree to attack at dawn tomorrow.

An attack on the stockade now has every chance of succeeding. Totto, we must act quickly. If Chief Big Wolf takes Fort Drake, every tribe in the territory will go on the warpath.

[Narrator]

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

[Colonel Pierce]

Ram.

[The Lone Ranger]

Sam.

[Narrator]

Now to continue, Toto reported that the Apaches planned to attack Fort Drake at dawn. The Lone Ranger realized the serious result of such an attack and knew the situation called for quick action.

[Tonto]

And what we do, Kimasabi?

First a colonel must be notified. Taro, I'll go to the fort. I want you to ride to Fort Davis 1515 miles west of here. I'll give you a note to Major Norton.

And what we do with Apache Bray. We tied his horse yonder in trees.

[Colonel Pierce]

All right, I'll take him to the.

[Tonto]

Stockade with me and turn him over to the colonel. They want to question him. Hurry Toto bring his horse here. We have no time to lose.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Tonto hurriedly tied Crowfoot to his pony. Then the masked man rode with him to the stockade while Tonto started to Fort Davis. The prisoner Crowfoot solemnly refused to answer questions. And Colonel Pierce was worried when the Lone Ranger told him the news.

[Captain Vail]

We're in bad condition here to ward off session to take. If that gunpowder had come through, he might have had a chance.

[Tonto]

But now I sent Tonto with a note to Major Norton at Fort Davis. Colonel, I explained the situation fully.

[Captain Vail]

I hope he sends reinforcements and that they Come in time.

[Tonto]

I hope so, too.

[Colonel Pierce]

Hugh mentioned that Toddo heard Pender say he had some plan to help the Apaches take the stockade. I wonder what he has in mind.

[Tonto]

Well, I don't know, but I'll try to find out. I'll leave the stockade and do some scouting.

[Colonel Pierce]

Your presence gives me some hope, my friend. I'll give the necessary orders to the men.

[Narrator]

Meanwhile, in the village, the army scout Pender was telling the chief his plan.

[Crowfoot]

Chief Big Wolf, the wagon is ready to roll.

[Tonto]

Now, you tell me why we take wagon.

[Crowfoot]

Sure, sure. Your braves left three kegs of gunpowder in the wagon. Well, I attached a long fuse to those kegs. That's the fuse hanging over the seat. Now, the ground in front of the stockade slopes down from a low ridge right to the big gates. We'll take the wagon to the ridge, stop it with the back of the wagon toward those gates. Then we unhitch the horses, light the fuse and start it rolling down the grade. It'll land against the gates. The gunpowder will explode and blow them open. And you and your braves ride right into the stockade.

[Tonto]

That's a good idea.

[Crowfoot]

Those soldiers are sure in for a big surprise.

[Narrator]

During the night, all preparations operations were made at the fort to stand off the expected attack. Just before the approach of dawn, Colonel Pierce stood on the rampart near the big gates talking to Captain Vail.

[Colonel Pierce]

Well, Captain, it'll soon come. Frankly, I'm greatly concerned.

[Captain Vail]

We can't hold them off very long unless we get more gunpowder and reinforcements.

[Colonel Pierce]

I'd be satisfied with the reinforcements, Captain. But see, what's that standing up on the ridge? Captain? It looks like the back end of a wagon. 1.

[Captain Vail]

By thunder, that's what it is.

[Colonel Pierce]

Do you see anyone near it?

[Captain Vail]

In this dim light? It's difficult to see much, sir. I would say. Wait a minute. I do see some figures near it. I'm sure they're Indians.

[Colonel Pierce]

But the wagon. I don't understand.

[Narrator]

For a short time, the two officers stood watching the ridge. Soon it was light enough for them to see quite well. The ridge at the top of the slope was just beyond rifle range.

[Colonel Pierce]

There are two, three figures near that wagon. The Apaches must be waiting just beyond the ridge where they can't be seen.

[Captain Vail]

That's right, sir. But the attack should start most anytime now.

[Colonel Pierce]

Yes, I know. We say, look.

[Captain Vail]

The wagon is moving down the slope toward our gates. They're pushing it.

Colonel, that's an army wagon. It's some trick.

[Crowfoot]

Look.

[Captain Vail]

The Indians have appeared all along the.

[Crowfoot]

Top of the slope.

[Captain Vail]

They're waiting there.

It's cut. It just took me that the wagon may carry gun putty. Pender would know how to attach a fuse to make it explode at the gates. Order the men back quickly.

[Crowfoot]

Right, sir.

[The Lone Ranger]

Lieutenant, get the men back from the gates.

[Narrator]

Pender had lashed the front axle of the wagon with rawhide so that it wouldn't turn, but would roll in a straight line.

The heavy vehicle moved slowly at first, then gathered momentum as it rolled down the slope toward the gates.

A sputtering fuse, which Pender had measured.

For exact timing, hung over the dashboard.

Pender and the Apaches watched intense silence. But another had been watching, too.

From a grove off to the right.

And part way down the slope.

The Lone Ranger saw the rolling wagon and realized its purpose.

[Captain Vail]

Easy.

[The Lone Ranger]

Steady, big fella. Monselle.

[Narrator]

The great white stallion sprang forward at a gallop and raced to intercept the wagon.

[The Lone Ranger]

Faster, big fella. Faster, Monsante.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger followed a course parallel to the ridge and halfway between the ridge and the stockade. The Apache saw the racing steed and, realizing his intention, opened fire. Bullets whined close to the masked man, but the great speed with which Silver was moving made him a poor target.

[The Lone Ranger]

Hurry, Silver. Master. Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

The magnificent white stallion heeded the urgency in his master's voice and exerted every ounce of strength at his command to increase his speed.

At the stockade, the colonel and the.

Captain had also seen the masked man galloping toward the rolling wagon.

[Captain Vail]

The masked man?

[Narrator]

Me?

[Captain Vail]

He's trying to reach the wagon before he gets to the gates.

The Indians are trying to stop him with gunfire.

They're not close enough for a good shot. Have the main fire toward them to keep them back.

Light, sir.

[The Lone Ranger]

Open fire. Hold the Indians back.

[Captain Vail]

He's getting close to the wagon. I hope to heaven he makes it.

Let's hope he doesn't get a bullet before he can reach it.

[Narrator]

The wagon had gained momentum and rolled heavily down the slope. The wagon was still several hundred yards from the stockade gates when the Lone Ranger reached it, and he turned Silver so the horse was running alongside. Gauging the distance, the Lone Ranger, with a mighty effort, seemed to hurt himself from the saddle onto the wagon.

[The Lone Ranger]

Have to cut the fuse.

[Narrator]

He quickly cut the fuse, then turned and grasped the lever that applied the wagon br. The wagons slowly break to a stop a few yards from the big gates.

[The Lone Ranger]

Open the gates. Come on, Silver. Wonderful wildness. Oh. Easy, big fella.

[Tonto]

There's gunpowder in that wagon. Colonel, better have your man roll it inside.

[Captain Vail]

Rigging the wa.

[Narrator]

The Apaches, enraged because the Lone Ranger had ruined their plan to blow open the gates, swarmed down the slope in reckless abandon.

[The Lone Ranger]

Here they come.

[Narrator]

Under cover of constant gunfire, the wagon was hurriedly pushed into the stockade and the gates were closed. The withering fire from the stockade forced the Apaches back at first. Then they started circling the stockade, shooting flaming arrows and firing their guns constantly for a short time, in spite of many casualties on both sides, the battle continued without abatement. But the superior numbers of Apaches began to fail, much to the concern of the colonel.

[Captain Vail]

We've been able to hold out this long because of that gun putter we took from the wagon. But if this keeps up, we're done for.

[Tonto]

Don't give up hope, Colonel. You're not beaten yet.

[Captain Vail]

You're an inspiration to be into the windshield in spite of all we can do.

[Tonto]

Look. Coming over the ridge, the reinforcements.

[Narrator]

The sight of the newly arrived troopers galloping down the ridge brought relief to those within the stockade. For a short time, the Apaches withstood the onslaught. But when Chief Big Crow fell wounded and Pender was shot from his saddle, they were leaderless. The braves that were left tried to get away, but were soon subdued by the troopers. The battle ended as suddenly as it had begun.

Toto and the Lone Ranger stayed to help with the casualties. A few hours later, they were mounted on Silver and scout near the stockade gates.

[Colonel Pierce]

Hey. I can't find words to thank you enough for all you've done.

[Tonto]

Thanks are necessary, Colonel. We're glad we were here to help.

[Captain Vail]

Your action this morning when you faced death. To stop that wagon and cut the fuse was the most spectacular and courageous thing I've ever seen.

[Tonto]

Well, thanks, Captain. My only thought was to prevent the explosion. I didn't think of the risk.

[Captain Vail]

We have proof that Pender was behind the whole thing. He's badly wounded, but if he recovers, he'll face the charge of treason.

[Colonel Pierce]

Major Norton's men will take the Apaches to a reservation.

[Tonto]

Then our work here is done. Colonel, Paddle and I'll stop to see you when we come this way again. Adios. Adios.

[The Lone Ranger]

Montule.

[Colonel Pierce]

We owe our lives to those two captains.

[Captain Vail]

Yes, I know, sir. But though he's a friend and has been here before, you've never told me who the masked man is.

[Colonel Pierce]

Captain, he's a man among men, ready at all times to fight for God and for his country. He's the Lone Ranger.

[Narrator]

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

[The Lone Ranger]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

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[Colonel Pierce]

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[The Lone Ranger]

Sam.