The Return Of The Masked Man | The Lone Ranger (07-29-40)

Summary

Podcast Summary: Old Time Radio Westerns – "The Return Of The Masked Man | The Lone Ranger (07-29-40)"

Host: Andrew Rines
Release Date: June 8, 2025
Duration: Approximately 36 minutes

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Introduction

In the episode titled "The Return Of The Masked Man," hosted by Andrew Rines, listeners are transported back to the golden age of Western radio dramas. This episode features a gripping storyline from "The Lone Ranger," meticulously restored to enhance audio clarity and immerse the audience in the Wild West's thrilling adventures.

Main Characters

• Jack (The Lone Ranger): The heroic masked rider dedicated to upholding justice in the western United States.
• Helen Barker: Jack’s concerned wife, wary of Jack's frequent absences and mysterious actions.
• Samson: Helen's father, whose sudden death sets off a chain of suspicions.
• Sheriff: The lawman striving to maintain order in the town.
• Masked Man (The Lone Ranger): A figure whose actions and intentions become central to the plot’s unraveling.
• Silver: The Lone Ranger’s faithful horse, aiding in high-speed pursuits and rescues.

Plot Overview

The episode centers around a tense situation where Jack, the Lone Ranger, is implicated in the death of Samson, Helen Barker’s father. As suspicions arise, a mysterious masked man emerges, challenging the Sheriff's and Jack's narratives, ultimately seeking to uncover the truth behind Samson's demise.

Detailed Summary

Setting the Stage

The story kicks off with Helen Barker confronting her husband, Jack, about his sudden decision to leave the house without explanation.

• Helen Barker [05:30]: "Everything's on the stool, chick. Where you going?"
• Jack [05:35]: "Oh, just out."

Helen's concern deepens as Jack becomes evasive about his whereabouts, leading to a tense exchange that highlights their strained relationship.

Suspicion and Confrontation

Jack reveals he has received a message from Samson, prompting him to meet on the trail. Helen's apprehension grows, fearing for Jack's safety and the secrets he's keeping.

• Jack [06:08]: "I got a message from your Paul. I'm going down the trail to meet him."
• Helen [06:16]: "You think I should hide? Oh, is it?"

As Jack departs, the tension escalates when both Jack and his companion, Thomas (referred to as "Character G"), discover Samson wounded and seemingly dead. The duo is immediately suspected of foul play.

Introduction of the Masked Man

Enter the masked man, whose sudden appearance and swift actions confuse both Jack and the Sheriff.

• Narrator [26:05]: "Come on, Silver. Come on. On, fellow. Get him out, scout. Get him up."
• Masked Man [19:36]: "Careful, Sheriff."

The masked man's interrogation reveals discrepancies in the accounts of Samson's death, suggesting foul play and framing Jack for the murder.

• Masked Man [20:07]: "Who were Samson's enemies? Who would benefit by his death?"
• Jack [20:35]: "What fact?"

He presents a compelling argument that Samson was indeed shot an hour before Jack was wounded, thereby exonerating Jack from immediate blame.

Rising Tensions and Alliances

As the Sheriff prepares to take Jack into custody, the masked man offers a proposition to seek the true culprit behind Samson's death. Reluctantly, Jack agrees, recognizing the masked man's genuine intent to uncover the truth.

• Masked Man [20:21]: "I believe he's innocent."
• Jack [21:03]: "You make it sound good, stranger. But how do I know you ain't talking through your hat?"

A fragile alliance forms as they plan to bring the real murderer to justice, navigating through suspicion and the inherent dangers of the Wild West.

Climactic Pursuit

The episode builds to a climactic pursuit where the masked man and Jack race against time to save Samson and unveil the true murderer – Mr. Sampson's unscrupulous son-in-law, Carp, who stands to gain significantly from Samson's death.

• Jack [27:00]: "The mask man will make it. It'll be a smoke signal."
• Masked Man [30:45]: "So when the guilty man was convinced Samson was going to live to testify against him, he'd do exactly what you did. Attempt to escape."

In an intense showdown, the masked man reveals his true identity as the Lone Ranger, working to clear Jack's name and bring Carp to justice.

Resolution

The truth surfaces as Carp's motives and actions are exposed, leading to his apprehension. The episode concludes with Jack's innocence affirmed and the masked man's commitment to justice reaffirmed.

• Masked Man [30:53]: "Carp would have liked to marry Sampson's daughter so he could get his hands on the ranch."
• Jack [31:17]: "As we can get to town. All right, boys, back to the horses. We'll take this pole cat to jail."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Helen Barker [05:30]: "Everything's on the stool, chick. Where you going?"
• Jack [06:14]: "I don't think he'll be gone long, though. You can hold the vittles for a bit if I'm a minute or too late, can't you?"
• Helen Barker [16:21]: "It can't be any other way."
• Masked Man [20:07]: "Who were Samson's enemies? Who would benefit by his death?"
• Masked Man [30:45]: "So when the guilty man was convinced Samson was going to live to testify against him, he'd do exactly what you did. Attempt to escape."
• Jack [31:17]: "As we can get to town. All right, boys, back to the horses. We'll take this pole cat to jail."

Production and Restoration Highlights

Andrew Rines emphasizes the podcast's commitment to high-quality audio restoration, ensuring that every sound—from the creak of a saloon door to the galloping hooves of Silver—is delivered with enhanced clarity and richness. This meticulous restoration breathes new life into timeless tales, allowing both nostalgic listeners and new audiences to experience "The Lone Ranger" as never before.

Conclusion

"The Return Of The Masked Man" stands out as a compelling episode that masterfully weaves suspense, drama, and heroism. By restoring this classic "Lone Ranger" episode, Andrew Rines and the Old Time Radio Westerns team honor the legacy of iconic Western dramas, offering an engaging and immersive listening experience that captures the essence of the Wild West.

For those unfamiliar with the podcast, this episode serves as both an introduction to the enduring appeal of old-time radio Westerns and a testament to the art of audio restoration, making classic stories accessible and enjoyable for today's audience.

Transcript

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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 absolutely free. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. Now let's get into this episode.

[Character F]

A fiery heart with a speed of.

[Character G]

Light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty Heil Silver the Lone Ranger.

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[Character G]

With his faithful Indian companion, Toto, the mass flight of the Plains fought crime and criminals throughout the western United States. No one could match his strength and courage.

[Character F]

It was his ability to judge character.

[Character G]

That made him the greatest champion of justice the west ever Knew no matter what the circumstances, the man who was honest and innocent would always depend upon the masked rider's help. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come a thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Narrator]

Hello, stone brother. We're heading for the range country. Enjoy. In trouble, Helen Over. Hooray.

[Character G]

Ellen Barker walked into the living room.

[Character F]

From the kitchen and stopped in surprise.

[Character G]

When she saw that her husband was.

[Character F]

Getting ready to go out.

[Helen]

Hello.

[Jack]

Oh, hello there. Grub about ready?

[Helen]

Everything's on the stool, chick. Where you going?

[Character F]

Oh, just out.

[Helen]

Out where?

[Character F]

Just down the trail apiece.

[Helen]

Down the trail?

[Jack]

Mm.

[Character F]

I don't think he'll be gone long, though. You can hold the vittles for a bit if I'm a minute or too late, can't you?

[Helen]

I suppose. But why don't you want to tell me where you're going? Is something you think you should hide? Oh, is it?

[Character F]

James Ellen, you have to get so curious when a fellow has something to do and you can see you don't.

[Jack]

Want to talk about it.

[Character F]

Can't you let him alone? Gosh, I figure. Listen, Helen, I.

[Helen]

You never acted like this before.

[Jack]

But, Kelly, you're not leaving this house.

[Helen]

Until I know where you're going. Jack, you've got to tell me. Leave, Jack.

[Character F]

All right, if you have to know. I got a message from your Paul. I'm going down the trail to meet him.

[Helen]

Jack? No.

[Character F]

Well, I am, but.

[Helen]

But you, kid, it isn't true.

[Character F]

Think I'm 70, but I don't understand.

[Helen]

You and father hadn't something since the day we were married.

[Character F]

Maybe he wants to make up. I don't believe it, but maybe he don't.

[Character G]

How do I know?

[Character F]

All I know is he wants to see me about something or other. And I don't even let him think I'm scared of him by staying away.

[Helen]

How do you know he wants to see you?

[Character F]

He sent a note.

[Helen]

The one of his names.

[Character F]

A stranger brought it because your PA asked him to give it to me.

[Helen]

Where is the note?

[Character G]

I don't know.

[Character F]

Threw it away, I guess.

[Helen]

What did it say?

[Character F]

Oh, gosh, when it comes to asking questions.

[Helen]

What did it say?

[Jack]

Just what I told you.

[Character F]

He wants to see me. He'll be at the grove over west. Didn't say nothing else. Why don't hurry and get started on.

[Helen]

This, I'll try to stop you.

[Character F]

I don't see no reason why you should.

[Helen]

But if you go, and I am going to ask you leave your gun at home.

[Character F]

Huh?

[Helen]

You heard me, Jack. Leave it here.

[Character F]

What in thunder for?

[Helen]

Because I know your temper. I know how one word can lead to another until they end in a quarrel. I want you to go unarmed, because if you're caught, if anything should happen to either of you, I. Well, I. I don't even want to think about it.

[Character F]

I ain't gonna fight.

[Helen]

You don't know what you'll do. Shucks, honey, are you gonna leave that gun?

[Character G]

Nope.

[Character F]

I don't reckon.

[Narrator]

Oh.

[Helen]

Dead.

[Character F]

I'll be careful, honey. I'll find out what your PA wants. And you got my word I'll be back home inside an hour.

[Narrator]

Oh.

[Character G]

Oh, boy. Well, here we are, boy.

[Character F]

I wonder where Helen's pa is.

[Jack]

Mr. Sampson? Aye, Mr. Sampson.

[Character F]

Guess he ain't here yet. But I said.

[Character G]

Hey. What in tongue.

[Narrator]

It.

[Character G]

It's him.

[Character F]

It's him laying there. He's been drilled.

[Jack]

Who's that?

[Character F]

Who is.

[Jack]

Hey, fellas, you hear that shot? Oh, boy. Where'd it come from?

[Character G]

Over that way I wanted.

[Jack]

Sounds to me like it come from the grove. And we better take a look.

[Narrator]

Come on.

[Jack]

Look at here. Samson's gunpowder. And who's this?

[Character G]

It's Jack Barker.

[Jack]

They had a gunfight. Jack's coming, too. Shut up a second, will you, fellas? Now, wait a second, Jack. Don't try and get up till I've had a look at this place where you were shot. Oh, Tain't so bad. Just creased your scalp and parted your hair. You was lucky.

[Character F]

Help me up here.

[Jack]

There you are, Jack.

[Character G]

How'd it happen?

[Jack]

What'd you and Sampson fight over, huh? What was it, Jack? What side of the argument?

[Character G]

But there was none, huh? I never drilled him.

[Character F]

I found him just like that. Then somebody yelled, and when I turned to look, they took a shot at me. I didn't even see who it was. That's all I can recollect right now, Jack.

[Jack]

That's pretty thin.

[Character G]

You don't believe me. You figure we should when we find you with a gun in your hand.

[Jack]

And one shot fired out of it with Samson's gun in his hand the same way.

[Character G]

But, hey, this gun ain't mine.

[Jack]

No, it ain't.

[Character F]

I tell you it ain't. The fella that done the killing must have left it and took mine. He left it to put the blame on me.

[Character G]

Sorry, Jack.

[Jack]

Well, I tell you, folks around here always knew something like this was bound.

[Character G]

To happen one of these days.

[Jack]

Ever since you got hitched to his.

[Character G]

Daughter again, his Order.

[Character F]

Wait, fellas, I'm telling you.

[Jack]

Maybe you killed him in a fair fight. Listen, that'll be for the law to decide. Pete, you'd better ride into town and bring the sheriff. We'll stay here.

[Character G]

Right.

[Jack]

Won't you believe me, fellas?

[Character F]

Won't you listen to what I say?

[Character G]

I'm not guilty, I tell you.

[Jack]

Okay, well, if we ain't got nothing to give you personals, who. Don't get us wrong. But a killing's a killing has to be dealt with according. So it's just a waste of breath trying to argue with us. But fellas, a nice man, a redskin, a crook.

[Character G]

Don't talk about it.

[Jack]

Watch them. What are your arms? This a hold up?

[Character G]

No.

[Jack]

Then what are you?

[Character G]

All right, Tado, I'll handle them. You examine Samson how to do it.

[Jack]

Carrie, where are you up to T.

[Character G]

And I heard the shots just as you did. Yeah, you were closer and got here first. We've seen what's going on, huh? I have an idea You've made one very serious mistake, T. Was I right or wasn't I?

[Jack]

Him still is.

[Character G]

All right.

[Character F]

You mean Mr. Sampson ain't dead? Wait.

[Character G]

Maybe. Taylor. You think he can be brought to.

[Jack]

Not know him hurt any bad?

[Character G]

Can you help him? Good. Then pick him up and put him across your saddle. I'm giving the orders here. Remember this. You can hold Jack for the sheriff. The sheriff can jail him. But in case you're tempted to take justice into your own hands, Jack isn't a murderer until Samson dies. Here, sir.

[Jack]

You came.

[Character G]

The first man that drive for his gun stops later. Ready to end here. And let's go.

[Narrator]

Come on, Silver.

[Jack]

And let's go.

[Narrator]

Shoot him down, you fools. Hold your fire.

[Jack]

Don't shoot. Samson's still living. He might get hit. Hold your fire.

[Character G]

This will do, Thomas. It's a good place to make camp. It's isolated and there's plenty of COVID You can make things ready while I'm gone. You right? Yes. Kimasabe to town. What to do there? Call on the sheriff. Oh, they'll be back by sundown. Come on, Silver.

[Narrator]

Hello, Silver. How are you?

[Character G]

At that moment, Samson, licensed foreman, was talking with the sheriff in the lawman's office.

[Jack]

I got a question to ask you, Sheriff. What's that, cop? How do you feel about duels? Duels? What are you talking about? Well, suppose there's hard feelings between a couple hombres. They get to hate each other so much that they finally decide to shoot it out.

[Character G]

That used to happen a Lot in the old days.

[Jack]

Times have changed. Duels are against all the oldest words.

[Character G]

Somehow or other, the guy who won never got hanged.

[Jack]

You mean the jury to quit them?

[Character G]

Yeah.

[Jack]

Well, I can't answer for any jury. I've seen them do a lot of fool things. But I know what the law says. And as long as I'm sheriff, I'll do my best to enforce it. Unless it's an accident or in self defense. A man who kills is a murderer. Interesting. I sure would. Look em telling you. A boy said you had some reason for worrying about duels. Carp, a man don't ask a question like that for no reason at all. Come on now, tell me the truth. Has old man Sampson been threatening to shoot it out with his son in law? That insanity? Well, you know how he talks. Yeah. It might be a good idea if you had a word with him. You can tell him what I said yourself and you can add this to it. If I was him, I wouldn't count on any jury setting me free. The folks in this county weren't law and order. I guess you're right, sir. What's up? There's been a shooting in Miners Grove.

[Character G]

You better come quick.

[Helen]

A shooting?

[Jack]

Anybody hurt?

[Character G]

Jack Barter. Wounded.

[Jack]

Who died?

[Character G]

Old man Sampson.

[Jack]

I was afraid he might, but the old man got the worst of it. He's dead.

[Character F]

No.

[Jack]

Come on. You go to risk, Jack. That's my duty and that's what I aim to do. Believe it or not, he'll be in jail within an hour. Reckon that'll hold you, young fella. You won't be breaking out of this jail. Now look here, Jack. Being the sheriff, I ain't doing nothing but my duty. The fellow said it looked like a fair fight. You both had guns out. You got Sampson and his shot came close to getting you. Now, maybe you'll be acquitted, but that's for the jury to decide, not me. You've got to stand trial.

[Character F]

Dog gone it. Sheriff, how many times I have to tell you?

[Character G]

There were no gunfights.

[Character F]

Mr. Sampson had been done for when I got there.

[Jack]

That mask. Jim said he was not dead yet.

[Character F]

Maybe he wasn't. I don't know. I thought he was. And what's that got to do with anyway? I'm still saying he weren't shot by me.

[Jack]

Bound and determined to stick to that story, huh? It's true. Won't get no jury to believe that.

[Character F]

I tell you.

[Jack]

I don't mind saying I don't myself. You'd be better off if you just come Clean.

[Character F]

Ah, the dickens would try to argue with you. Do me a favor, sheriff.

[Jack]

Anything that ain't unreasonable.

[Character F]

Send for my wife. Tell her where I am and I.

[Character G]

Want to see her.

[Jack]

Oh, sure. That can be done.

[Helen]

It won't be necessary. Tell him I already know what's happened. Carpet's home.

[Character G]

That is, dear.

[Jack]

Come tough lyin.

[Character G]

Yeah, Cal, but I knew someday you and the boss would tangle.

[Jack]

It was one of them things just had to happen.

[Character F]

But if Ned you ain't sorry.

[Jack]

What do you mean?

[Character F]

What do you think he is? Wasn't him your PA wanted you to marry. Wasn't why your PA made cops foreman, wasn't it? Of course I cut him out at your Paul.

[Jack]

Me fought Jack's fellow. That's all ancient history. I never heard it again. Helen chose you, sir.

[Helen]

There's no need to discuss it, sir.

[Jack]

Didn't.

[Helen]

And Jack. I came here for just one reason. I came to tell you that. That we're true.

[Jack]

What's that?

[Helen]

It can't be any other way. Maybe father started quarrel. Maybe he forced you to draw. But I can't forget that he was my father. But I begged you not to meet him armed.

[Character F]

But honey, you don't know the facts it worked that way at all.

[Helen]

I know the story you've told. And I can't believe it any more than I others do. But honey, I won't talk about it.

[Character G]

I can't.

[Jack]

Take me out of here. Well, sure, Ellen, you come along. See you later, sheriff. Yeah.

[Character F]

Well, that child Speed.

[Jack]

Didn't expect anything else, did you, Jack?

[Character F]

Even she wouldn't believe me.

[Jack]

And if your own wife won't, that means.

[Character G]

Huh.

[Jack]

Won't nobody else neither, young fella. If it turns out Sampson's really done for her. I'm afraid things are going to go so good for you then, sheriff, you've.

[Character F]

Got to find him.

[Jack]

That's what I mean to do.

[Character F]

You've got to find that masked man and see where Mr. Sasson was took. Then what are you standing there for?

[Character G]

Go on.

[Character F]

Go on, doggone and find him.

[Character G]

Looking for me?

[Jack]

What is the mask?

[Character G]

The curtain falls on the first act of our lone range of drama. Before the next exciting scene, please permit us to pause for just a few moments.

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[Character G]

Now to continue our story. Startled by the sudden appearance of the masked man, the sheriff instinctively slapped his hand to his holster. Was stopped by the Lone Ranger's lightning draw. Careful, Sheriff.

[Character F]

Sheriff, watch out. He's got the drop on you.

[Character G]

I didn't come looking for trouble, Sheriff. If anything. You start, I'll finish.

[Jack]

Why did you come here?

[Character G]

Well, the answer to certain questions which you and Jack should be able to furnish.

[Jack]

Stranger. Where's Samson? What'd you do with him? He's still alive. Or angel.

[Character G]

You'll answer my questions first, Sheriff. Yours will come later.

[Jack]

Looks like you're a boss. What do you want to know?

[Character G]

Who were Samson's enemies? Who would benefit by his death?

[Jack]

What are you getting at?

[Character G]

I have reason to believe Jack has been telling you the truth. I believe he's innocent. In that case, you'll have to look elsewhere for your killer.

[Jack]

You.

[Character F]

You believe in me, mask man?

[Character G]

I do.

[Jack]

Why?

[Character G]

For one very excellent reason. I've seen both Jack and Samson. They were found under circumstances that made it appear they had shot it out. But there's one fact that won't agree with that story.

[Jack]

What fact?

[Character G]

That they had fought. Their shots would have been fired at almost the same time. But they weren't. Sampson's wound was made almost an hour earlier than Jack's.

[Character F]

You're sure of that, stranger?

[Character G]

Yes. How do you know? You might have seen the same thing if you'd had the opportunity to make a comparison.

[Jack]

I would have if you hadn't took Sampson away.

[Character G]

I had a reason to for that. If I had left him where he was, it might have been shown that Jack was innocent by taking him away. I'll do more than that. I'll also learn who was guilty.

[Jack]

Mask man.

[Character F]

You do that, and I'll be your part for life, outlaw or not.

[Jack]

You make it sound good, stranger. But how do I know you ain't talking through your hat?

[Character G]

Give me the information I've asked for and I'll prove I'm not.

[Jack]

You mean tell you who might want Samson down here?

[Character G]

Yes.

[Jack]

I wouldn't do no harm to tell you that. I reckon if you don't, I will, Sheriff.

[Character G]

Now get hasty, young fella.

[Jack]

Now, let's see. There's Buck Pride. And there's Samson. Sam James. Him and Samson.

[Character G]

Buck Klein, Sam Jinx, Nick Seeley. There were half a dozen Tava. Each was Sampson's enemy or had something to gain by his death. So any one of those men might have shot Sampson and framed Jack for it, isn't that right? The sheriff wanted to investigate each one and learn what kind of an alibi he had for the time of the shooting. But I talked him out of that. Our plan is not only easier, but more certain. And I don't want any of them to think that he's under suspicion. That's a good idea. The sheriff agreed to it. Him help, he will, Kimasabe what him do? I think tomorrow he'll spend quite a bit of his time in the cafes in town, telling the townsmen just what he's been instructed to say. You seen the masked man, Sheriff?

[Jack]

Yeah. What's he saying? What's that mask? Dense G. Hold on, Fell. Now, hold on.

[Character F]

Hurry up.

[Jack]

I don't mind telling you about it, but how can I with all you fellas talking to one? How'd the mask man happen to look you up? Sheriff goes. I'm the wall. That's why. Why wouldn't he?

[Character G]

But any of crook maybe, but I.

[Jack]

Got no notions about that. But how about Sampson? He's alive, all right. To see that he's going to live.

[Character G]

What do you mean by that?

[Jack]

Well, the mask fella says he's gonna be kind of touch and go. He's still unconscious. Can't be moved or anything. The mask fella's got a red skin paw tending to him. Where are they? Now that's something I ain't saying.

[Character G]

The masked man gonna let you know.

[Jack]

What happens to Samson. That's all been fixed. And Jack stays right where he is, in jail. Maybe he's telling the truth about that shooting and maybe he ain't. If Samson lives to tell his story, we'll get the facts. Till then Jack, stand behind bars. But how long is that going to be? Don't know for sure, but it won't be too long. The masked man said they ought to know whether Samson's going to pull through or not inside of 48 hours.

[Character G]

Hello Sheriff.

[Jack]

Oh it's you stranger.

[Character G]

I've been waiting for you. I've been all around town. Let everyone know what I told you to say.

[Jack]

Sure have mister. By this time if there's a man, woman or child and these parts don't know about it, they must be different. Good stranger, just a second.

[Character G]

Yes?

[Jack]

I've answered all your questions when you ask them. Mind if I put a few to you?

[Character G]

Go on.

[Jack]

Ain't anything you should mind answering. First off, this injun part of yours you've mentioned. You ain't told me his name. It wouldn't be Toddle. Would.

[Character G]

Would. But how did you know?

[Jack]

Oh, I just had a hunch when I heard you ride off last night calling that horse of your silver. Oh, would you mind my looking at your guns? Just one of them will do.

[Character G]

Take it. Satisfied?

[Jack]

Bullets of silver.

[Character G]

Right.

[Jack]

Mister, you may be wondering why I didn't put up no bigger argument when you told me you were scheming.

[Character G]

It was logical. And you certainly could see I had nothing to gain by it.

[Jack]

But mister, that wouldn't have been enough by wrong sight. No, it was cause I had a blame good notion who you was.

[Character G]

Then in that case maybe you'll be ready to carry out the rest of my plan.

[Jack]

What do you mean?

[Character G]

Recall the names of those men we discussed last night. The men who might gain by Samson's death.

[Jack]

Oh sure.

[Character G]

Well tomorrow send for them. Have them brought here to your office.

[Jack]

But what fur? What'll I say?

[Character G]

That you're forming a posse. That you've chosen them to ride in. Listen Sheriff and I'll tell you exactly what I have in mind.

[Jack]

Thanks.

[Narrator]

Him you know. Home.

[Jack]

The sheriff wants you. Sheriff wants you in town right now. What's that you said?

[Narrator]

Sheriff's bombing a posse cop.

[Jack]

You've got to be in it. Get in.

[Narrator]

Get in. Pete to sheriff. Warn you.

[Jack]

Sheriff and fire.

[Narrator]

You get to come.

[Jack]

Hurry, Jake. The sheriff wants it.

[Narrator]

Come on, Silver. Come on. On, fellow. Get him out, scout. Get him up.

[Character G]

Where we going? See that cliff tunnel? Me see it? That's where we're headed. Kimotami.

[Narrator]

Oh.

[Character G]

If we signal from there, the smoke.

[Narrator]

Will be seen in town. Come on, old fellow. Hurry, boy.

[Jack]

You sent for us and said we was needed for a posse. Well, if we are, why don't we do something?

[Character G]

Why don't you get away from that.

[Jack]

Window and tell us who we're going after?

[Character G]

We're all set and ready. Sure.

[Jack]

Well, maybe I should have told you a little more. But you see, fellers, I've been so busy watching for the signal, it kind of slipped my mind. Let's see the one that masked man's gonna send.

[Character G]

The mask man?

[Jack]

That's right, Buck. Then this has got something to do with Samson. Fellas, the masked man told me Samson would either come to this morning and pull through or he never would. Now's the crisis. If he dies, ain't nothing much we can do but go on with the case again. Jack, you got some kind of notion he didn't shoot Samson. There's certain things kind of point that way. Better let me finish. If Samson comes to, he'll be able to tell us who shot him. If it was Jack. Well, all right. But if it weren't, Then we want to grab the skunk that did just as fast as we can.

[Character G]

But how about this?

[Jack]

Your signal you mentioned. The mask man will make it. It'll be a smoke signal. One smoke will move. Samson's done first. Yeah, and two will mean he's conscious. He can talk. Chief Phillies, look towards the hill. Smoke where you see it. There he is.

[Character F]

How many car? How many?

[Jack]

Just one. Then that means Samson's cashed in his chip. Make a mess there, waste our time. Me, I'm going to. Wasted our time, did we? There's the second signal. You take a look. He just got to go. Come on, you, Andre, get to the saddle.

[Narrator]

We're riding for the hill.

[Jack]

Keep going, fellers.

[Narrator]

Ain't much further. Get on there, boy.

[Character G]

Get up there.

[Narrator]

Get up there, all. There's the rest man now. He. He's waving.

[Character G]

He.

[Narrator]

He's yelling several. Pull up. Pull up.

[Character G]

Sheriff, it worked.

[Jack]

I know doggone well it would. Which way the skunk go?

[Character G]

T and I were watching from above. We saw him drop back when he rolled through those trees there and raced to the.

[Jack]

You'll find out what we're talking about later. Fellas, right now there ain't time to explain.

[Character G]

Follow me. T's already on his trail. Come along somewh.

[Jack]

There's the engine.

[Narrator]

Who's on his?

[Jack]

Jason.

[Narrator]

Let's do it.

[Character G]

The first opportunity to make his escape. He's an intercept.

[Narrator]

Sampson. Ride. That fell down here.

[Jack]

The Bonet had shooting at us.

[Narrator]

I'll take care of that. I'm rotting ahead. Come on, little fellow.

[Jack]

Look at that white horse stretch out. Covers the ground like he was flying. Fixing the car.

[Narrator]

Power. The masked man's making the roof. He's getting ready to throw a concert. Rope. Get up, boy. Get up.

[Jack]

Get up.

[Narrator]

Get up. Now.

[Jack]

He got him. Cops.

[Narrator]

On the ground. He's fighting like a wild cat. The masked man will handle everything. Hold on to this man. Hold up. Stand still, cop.

[Character G]

We're saving you for a hanging.

[Jack]

You can't hang me. Just what made you think we can? C.L. sampson never died.

[Character G]

But he did.

[Jack]

What?

[Character G]

He died immediately. When you shot him, you gave yourself away.

[Narrator]

Clarence.

[Character G]

What I told him to say we.

[Jack]

Let you think Samson had a chance to pull through. A purpose.

[Character G]

So when the guilty man was convinced Samson was going to live to testify against him, he'd do exactly what you did. Attempt to escape.

[Jack]

What was the idea?

[Character G]

Car.

[Jack]

Figure if you could put the blame on Jack. Jack and hang, and you'd get hitched to the widow. What if I did? You will find that out after your trial.

[Character G]

And you'll likely find out more. Yeah, If I'm not mistaken. You guess close, Sheriff, but you've guessed it. Only part of the truth. Carp would have liked to marry Sampson's daughter so he could get his hands on the ranch. It wouldn't surprise me if you learned that Karp had been stealing from his employer, was facing exposure. Had to resort to murder to escape conviction.

[Jack]

All the better. That'll just make his hanging double. Sure.

[Character G]

And Jack will be released as quick.

[Jack]

As we can get to town. All right, boys, back to the horses. We'll take this pole cat to jail.

[Narrator]

Sam.

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[Character G]

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[Jack]

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