The Second Heart | Ranger Bill (05-25-55)

Summary

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Old Time Radio Westerns

Episode: The Second Heart | Ranger Bill (05-25-55)

Host: Andrew Rhynes
Date: March 14, 2026

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Episode Overview

In this digitally restored episode of Ranger Bill, the classic radio adventure "The Second Heart" (originally aired May 25, 1955) brings listeners into the heart of the untamed frontier—where duty, faith, science, and courage intertwine. The story centers around Leo Foster, a young boy suffering from a mysterious heart condition. As his condition is diagnosed and a risky surgery looms, the episode explores themes of medical innovation, the rarity of life-saving resources (specifically blood types), self-sacrifice, and the transformative power of faith.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Leo Foster's Collapse and Diagnosis

• Setting the Stage: Leo and his older brother Jim make their way to their father's business when Leo complains of fatigue and collapses in the street, prompting immediate community concern and action ([03:00]–[05:29]).
• Initial Medical Response:
  • Officer O'Rourke, bystanders, and Leo's father, Dave, spring into action, highlighting Knotty Pine’s close-knit nature.
  • The family discusses the importance of blood identification tags, foreshadowing the critical role blood type will play ([06:02]–[07:03]).

2. Medical Mystery and Specialist Consultation

• Dr. Flint’s Diagnosis:
  • Dr. Grant Flint suspects a congenital heart defect and requests a specialist—Dr. Philip Redgwick—from Canyon City, laying out the diagnosis in a straightforward, compassionate manner.
  • Notable Quote:
    • Dr. Flint: “We believe Leo has a patent form in Ovale.” ([09:59])
    • Dr. Redgwick: “We can’t afford to make a mistake. Slow but sure is a very good motto.” ([14:34])
• Explaining the Condition:
  • The doctors clarify that Leo's heart has a hole between the auricles (patent foramen ovale), which typically closes after birth but did not in Leo’s case. This creates an urgent need for surgical intervention ([09:59]–[10:27]).

3. Medical Solution: The Need for a 'Second Heart'

• Innovative and Risky Procedure:
  • Dr. Redgwick proposes a groundbreaking operation, involving connecting Leo's circulatory system to a second person's to maintain life during the repair, thus relying on a 'second heart.'
  • Notable Quotes:
    • Dr. Redgwick: “The second heart will pump for both persons while we operate on Leo’s heart.” ([18:01])
    • Dave Foster: “How can one heart pump for two people?” ([18:06])
• Blood Type Crisis:
  • The problem intensifies when it is discovered Leo has a rare blood type (B RH negative), making it exceedingly difficult to find a compatible 'second heart' donor ([18:47], [21:25]).

4. Community Appeal and Ranger Bill’s Heroic Response

• Desperate Search:
  • After exhaustive testing of family and friends, radio and newspaper appeals are issued to find a suitable donor, spotlighting the power of community and communication ([21:41]–[23:51]).
• Ranger Bill Steps In:
  • Hearing the radio appeal, Ranger Bill Jefferson realizes he shares the rare blood type and immediately rides into town to volunteer, exemplifying the spirit of selflessness.
  • Memorable Moments:
    • Bill's calm, decisive response to the call for help ([24:05]).
    • The suspenseful scene in the lab as his blood is tested and found a perfect match ([25:04]–[25:47]).

5. Themes of Faith and Salvation

• Quiet Christian Witness:
  • As Bill prepares for the risky procedure, he offers comfort grounded in his Christian faith.
  • Notable Dialogue:
    • Bill Jefferson: “The blood of the Lord Jesus Christ has cleansed me from all sin… If I should die on the operating table, then I’ll enter into the full blessing of eternal life. I have nothing to be afraid of. Christ conquered death for me.” ([26:25])
    • Leo Foster: “Jesus told me not to be afraid of the operation.” ([27:04])
• Dave Foster's Transformation:
  • The ordeal prompts Dave Foster to reconsider faith for his whole family. When asked how he can repay Bill's sacrifice, Bill responds:
    • Bill: “You can repay me by going to Sunday school with Leo instead of just taking him.” ([32:01])
    • Dave: “From now on, we’ll all go to Sunday school and church as a family. That’s a covenant with God because he spared my son.” ([32:06])

6. Climax: The Life-Saving Operation

• Surgical ‘Second Heart’:
  • Tense, step-by-step dramatization of the operation with medical teamwork and Bill’s steady presence. The auxiliary pump is connected, Bill’s heart literally beats for both, and the surgeons succeed, saving Leo’s life ([28:20]–[31:11]).
  • Notable Quotes:
    • Dr. Redgwick (after success): “Now, get this cardiac plumbing back together again, and the lad will live to be an old man.” ([30:29])
    • Dr. Grant Flint: “Ah, that’s wonderful. You’re terrific, Phil. And you too, Bill. Thanks.” ([31:11])

7. Resolution and Reflection

• Leo’s Recovery:
  • Leo feels revitalized; the family is overjoyed ([31:32]–[31:46]).
• Spiritual Parallel:
  • The narrator closes with a reflection on dual ‘heart operations’—the physical repair of Leo and the spiritual renewal within his father.
  • Notable Line from the Narrator:
    • “There were two heart operations going on while Dr. Redgwick was working on Leo’s heart; the Lord was working on the heart of his father, while for just a little while, Bill Jefferson’s heart beat for two.” ([32:25])

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Timestamps for Important Segments

• Leo's Collapse & Hospitalization: [03:00]–[06:09]
• Medical Explanation & Specialist Called: [09:00]–[14:34]
• Surgical Solution ('Second Heart'): [17:40]–[18:20]
• Blood Type Crisis & Search for Donor: [21:25]–[24:05]
• Ranger Bill Arrives & Prepares: [24:41]–[26:11]
• Faith Conversation & Christian Courage: [26:14]–[27:56]
• Operation Scene: [28:20]–[31:11]
• Recovery and Family Decision: [31:32]–[32:06]
• Narrator’s Closing Reflection: [32:25]

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Notable Quotes

• "We can’t afford to make a mistake. Slow but sure is a very good motto."
  — Dr. Redgwick ([14:34])

• "The second heart will pump for both persons while we operate on Leo’s heart."
  — Dr. Redgwick ([18:01])

• "The blood of the Lord Jesus Christ has cleansed me from all sin… If I should die on the operating table, then I’ll enter into the full blessing of eternal life. I have nothing to be afraid of. Christ conquered death for me."
  — Bill Jefferson ([26:25])

• "You can repay me by going to Sunday school with Leo instead of just taking him."
  — Bill Jefferson ([32:01])

• "There were two heart operations going on while Dr. Redgwick was working on Leo’s heart; the Lord was working on the heart of his father, while for just a little while, Bill Jefferson’s heart beat for two."
  — Narrator ([32:25])

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Episode Tone and Style

The dialogue carries a tone of earnestness and moral fortitude, blending frontier camaraderie with reverence for both medical science and Christian faith. Characters speak plainly, often injecting bits of gentle humor, humility, and conviction, making their messages accessible and heartfelt.

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Final Thoughts

"The Second Heart" is a moving episode seamlessly blending adventure, medical drama, and spiritual reflection. It vividly brings to life the golden age of radio storytelling with improved audio, robust sound effects, and heartfelt performances. Above all, it serves as a testament to courage, the power of community, medical innovation, and spiritual transformation—a classic tale for both old fans and new listeners.

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Transcript

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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. 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]

Ranger Bill, warrior of the wetland. Ranger Bill, warrior of the woodland. Struggling against extreme odds, Traveling dangerous trails, fighting the many enemies of nature. This is the job of the guardian of the forest, Ranger Bill. Pouring rain, freezing cold, blistering heat, snow, floods, bears, rattlesnakes, mountain lions. Yes, all this in exchange for the satisfaction and pride of a job. Well,

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[Narrator]

Say, have you ever thought about your heart? Have you ever thought about how important your blood is to your life?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Of course you have.

[Narrator]

Oh, perhaps only casually as you've read about them or had a lesson on them in school. But what would you say if I told you about a young fellow by the name of Leo Foster who had two hearts? Well, you'd say I was balmy. But the facts are that Leo's blood was being pumped by a second heart for a brief time. Yes, a real human heart. Well, I guess this is enough of the riddle. Let's get into the story of the second heart. Leo and his older brother Jim are walking along Main street in Knotty Pine. They're heading toward their father's place of business so they can walk home with him at quitting time. Officer Patrick o' Rourke keeps an eye on the lads as they skip across the street while he stops the traffic there.

[Jim Foster]

Boys, walk across the street.

[Bill Jefferson]

Don't run.

[Jim Foster]

I'll keep the car stopped until you get to the other side.

[Leo Foster]

Okay, Pat, we'll walk. Come on, Leo. Don't go so fast, Jimmy. I'm tired.

[Jim Foster]

Ah, you're tired most of the time. We gotta hurry her dad. He's still working and then we'll miss him.

[Leo Foster]

It's only another block, Daddy. Don't quit for a little while yet.

[Jim Foster]

Come on, Leo, you can rent. Hey, Leo, what's the matter? You look sick.

[Leo Foster]

I don't know what's wrong, Jimmy. I don't feel so good, Jimmy. Stop running around me.

[Jim Foster]

I'm not running around you.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

I'm staying still.

[Leo Foster]

I'm gonna follow Jimmy.

[Jim Foster]

I got you, Leo.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I got.

[Dave Foster]

Hello, Callahan.

[Bill Jefferson]

This is o'.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Rourke.

[Jim Foster]

Get an ambulance to Main and Centre streets right away.

[Bill Jefferson]

Okay, Pat.

[Narrator]

I'll headwind there as soon as possible. What's happened? A young lad by the name of

[Bill Jefferson]

Leo Foster's passed out on the sidewalk.

[Narrator]

That's too bad. I'll have the boys on the way right now. Here comes the ambulance.

[Jim Foster]

Dave.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Well, I'm glad you got here.

[Dave Foster]

Can I ride with my son to the hospital?

[Bill Jefferson]

I don't see why now.

[Jim Foster]

All right, folks. All right, stand back now. Make room for the stretcher to get through.

[Bill Jefferson]

Stand back now.

[Dave Foster]

Thanks for your help, Pat.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I think you're celebrity.

[Bill Jefferson]

It's me too. I sure hope Leo will be all right. I got your dog tags, fellas. Here you are.

[Dave Foster]

I think there's plenty of good idea for us to wear identification tags. Round neck that show blood type as well as name.

[Jim Foster]

Is this part of the National Civilian Defense Program, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

That's right, Henry. It's not compulsory, but it's strongly suggested that this be done. I like the idea. Not only in case of air attack, but these will come in handy for our work.

[Jim Foster]

I say they will. Forest fire season isn't too far off.

[Bill Jefferson]

Yeah, it won't do any good to know what type of blood I got anyhow.

[Dave Foster]

Why you say that, Stumpy?

[Bill Jefferson]

Yeah, nobody could match the blood of an ornery critter like me.

[Jim Foster]

Yeah, I guess you're right, Stumpy.

[Bill Jefferson]

Hey, now wait a minute. I didn't think I was going to get a unanimous decision. Actually, fellas, all of you have common blood types except me.

[Andrew Rines]

What?

[Jim Foster]

What type blood do you have, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

Type B, RH negative.

[Dave Foster]

Is that very rare type, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

It sure is. I'd be in a bad way if I needed a transfusion in a hurry. Say, listen, fellas, we're supposed to be hitting the trail for parts unknown.

[Jim Foster]

Yeah, where are we going this time, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

Up to the north ranges.

[Jim Foster]

Hey, that is parts unknown.

[Bill Jefferson]

So let's get saddled up and hit the trail. The crews have a two day start on us. They'll be resting with nothing to do unless we get there quickly.

[Dave Foster]

Doctor Flint, have you been able to tell what's wrong with Leo yet?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

I'm sorry, Mr. Foster, just at present we're up a tree. Diagnostically speaking, your son has the whole staff puzzled.

[Dave Foster]

Has he regained consciousness yet?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Yes, yes he has. That's the only encouraging report I have at the moment. You can see him anytime. Just don't get him excited, that's all.

[Dave Foster]

When will you know what's wrong with him?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

I hope it won't be long. I'm going down to X ray now. Perhaps they'll have a picture from which we can learn something.

[Dave Foster]

Oh, I hope so, Doc.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

You go in and visit your son. I'll be back in 15 minutes and let you know what we find out.

[Dave Foster]

How you feeling, son?

[Leo Foster]

Well, I'm awful tired, Daddy. Are you mommy mad at me for falling down the sidewalk?

[Dave Foster]

Of course we're not. All we want you to do is to rest and to get well.

[Leo Foster]

I will. How's Jimmy?

[Dave Foster]

Oh, he's fine, fine. He says you should come home real soon. But remember, you've got to do what the doctors and nurses tell you or you won't get well.

[Leo Foster]

I will, Daddy, honest.

[Dave Foster]

That's a good fellow. I know you will.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Mr. Foster, may I talk to you, please?

[Dave Foster]

Why, yes, of course. I'll be back in a few minutes, Leo.

[Leo Foster]

Okay, Daddy. I'll be waiting.

[Dave Foster]

Well, Doctor, what's the news?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

The X rays show us that your son has a heart condition, Mr. Foster.

[Dave Foster]

A heart condition? At his age?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Now don't jump to conclusions. It may not be as bad as it looks.

[Dave Foster]

What do you mean by that?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Well, let me answer it this way. We'd like to call in a very fine heart Specialist from Canyon City, a Dr. Philip Redgwick.

[Dave Foster]

A specialist?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

It's just that. Well, it's just that we'd like a confirmation of our diagnosis, Mr. Foster. Also, Dr. Redgwick is the only man in this part of the country able to perform the surgery if such became necessary.

[Dave Foster]

But isn't that awfully dangerous?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Yes. Yes, it is. That's why we want the most competent doctor we know of to do it.

[Dave Foster]

Dr. Flint, you can call in anybody you want to help my son. But I want to know what's wrong with Leo's heart and no beating around the bush. Give it to me straight. I can take it.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

All right.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Frankly, I have been beating around the bush. I wanted to find out if you could take the shock. We believe Leo has a patent form in Ovale.

[Dave Foster]

I don't know any more now than I did before.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Let me explain. Before birth, there's an opening in the muscle wall between the two oracles. Now, normally this opening closes shortly after birth. The opening in Leo's heart didn't do that.

[Narrator]

I see.

[Dave Foster]

Feast or survive, it must be closed. Is that right?

[Narrator]

Yes.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Remember, of course, that we're not positive about this and we want to be. That's why we want Dr. Rudgwick to come in on it.

[Dave Foster]

Okay. Get Dr. Rudgwick here as quickly as possible, will you?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Doctor Redrick speaking.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Phil, this is Grant.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Charlie. Good to hear from you, old boy. I thought you'd left the country.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

It has been a long time since we've seen each other. Or even talked, for that matter. Say, Phil, I suspect that a patient of mine here at the hospital has a patent. Foreman o' Valley. I'd like you to see it. Just a young lad.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

You don't say. Oh, I'm interested. I'll be on the next train or drive to Nutty Pine, whichever is faster.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

That'll be fine, Phil. I'll see you soon, then.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Right. As soon as I can get there.

[Bill Jefferson]

Now, here's our work plan, fellas. Wait till I open the map. Be easier to explain what I want done. Grey Wolf, you see this stream here?

[Dave Foster]

Ah, yes.

[Bill Jefferson]

I noticed on our fall inspection. There's a nasty erosion wash along this stream. Take a crew and have them fix it.

[Dave Foster]

Ah, we do anything else, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

Well, that's all for you. Right, now you better get started. Take you quite some time to check the erosion.

[Dave Foster]

Right away, Bill. You fellas and Crew 1, come with me.

[Bill Jefferson]

Stumpy, here's what I want you to do. I'm listening, sonny. Take the second crew and head for the timber north of the Little Shady River.

[Jim Foster]

What are we going to do, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

We're going up into the north peaks and fix the trails, Henry. Also, I want to find out how the high altitude wildlife are making out.

[Jim Foster]

That ought to be interesting. Hey, maybe there's still some snow way up in the mountain.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

The Foster boy is in room 28.

[Bill Jefferson]

Phil.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

I'm sure glad you were able to come right away.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I dropped everything for one of these cases, Grant. How old is the lod?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Eight years old. I'd like you to conduct your own examination before making a diagnosis, Phil. Just as a check.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

All right. Well, I want to see your records and test reports, too.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

The lad's father is here.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Oh, that's fine. Hello, Mr. Foster. I'm Dr. Edgwick.

[Dave Foster]

How do you do, Doctor? This is my son, Leo.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Hello, son. So you're the lad who's having a bit of a problem. Well, we'll have a look at you and see what we can find. I'm sure there is nothing we can't fix up and you'll be as good as new.

[Leo Foster]

I hope so, Doctor. I'm getting so tired of being tired all the time.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

You'll find he has a lot of courage for a little fellow, Phil.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I'm sure you're right. Let me get this conglomeration out of my bag and we'll have a go at it. I say, Leo, you're a jolly good patient. I've been pounding you and poking you and you haven't said a solitary word.

[Dave Foster]

Are you able to make a diagnosis yet, Doctor?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Hardly, old fellow. If it's what Dr. Flint says it is. There'll be several more hours of work to do before I can say. You'll just have to be patient. But there's one thing I can tell you.

[Dave Foster]

What's that, Doc?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

We can't afford to make a mistake. Slow but sure is a very good motto.

[Bill Jefferson]

I've been out in God's country for a long time now. You know, fellers, somehow never get tired of it. Never grow stale.

[Jim Foster]

I'll say it doesn't, Stumpy. Anything the Lord has handed never grows old. Look at those stars. Smell the pines. Oh, what more could a fella ask for than this?

[Bill Jefferson]

I can say amen to all of that, Phyllis. Just now, however, I'm gonna have my devotions and turn in.

[Dave Foster]

Ah, me too.

[Jim Foster]

That's a good idea. Hey, we haven't listened to the radio today, Bill.

[Bill Jefferson]

Yeah, he's just afraid of missing something.

[Dave Foster]

He sure is.

[Bill Jefferson]

We'll tune in tomorrow evening. Nothing important could have happened in this short time.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Here's the complete lab report, Phil.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

You don't say. That's fast work, Grant. Let's have a look, shall we?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Go across the hall to my office.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Right home. Now, let me see here. Here's your examination and mine. Two sets of X rays, cardiograph, laboratory metabolism. That about does it, eh?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

That's the whole ball of wax, Phil. Now, what do you think,

[Dave Foster]

Phil?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Oh, sorry, old chap. I. I was mentally turning the pages of my experience. With this sort of thing. You fellows have hit the nail right on the head.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Then you would agree with our diagnosis?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

No. Quite. There isn't a doubt that Leo has an opening between the oracles. And if he's to keep on living, it'll have to be sewed up.

[Dave Foster]

You gentlemen want to see me?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Yes. Come in, Mr. Foster. Please sit down. Dr. Redgwick and I have just completed the diagnosis, and it's this. Leo has an opening in the auricular wall of his heart, and it has to be closed.

[Dave Foster]

I see. Is the surgery dangerous?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Well, Phil, will you describe just what we're up against?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Certainly, Grant. Mr. Foster, any surgery of the heart is dangerous. All I can say is I've been completely successful in performing this type of surgery in the past, so I see no reason to be unduly alarmed.

[Dave Foster]

What does the operation involve, Doctor?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Well, it involves the connection of Leo's cardiovascular system to that of a second person while we open the thoracic cavity and the heart and sew up that opening.

[Dave Foster]

You mean that you'll have a second person on the operating table?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

On another table alongside Leo.

[Dave Foster]

Then you'll disconnect Leo's heart from his blood vessels and connect them to this second person's bloodstream.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Quite. The second heart will pump for both persons while we operate on Liu's heart.

[Dave Foster]

I can't believe it. How can one heart pump for two people?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Well, Mr. Foster, I. I know it sounds fantastic, but I've done it at least a dozen times. We use an auxiliary pump as a booster to bridge the gap between the two persons.

[Dave Foster]

It's awfully hard to believe. It sounds like a desperate measure. But if you've been successful before, let's do it. By all means. You're sure? It's the only way this condition can be cleared up.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I don't wish to be trite, Mr. Foster, but you can't chew a horse while he's running.

[Dave Foster]

See your point, Dr. Ridgwick, you'll be operating soon.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

There is a difficulty we must overcome. First difficulty.

[Dave Foster]

What's that?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Your son has a rare type blood Mr. Foster very difficult to procure BRH negative.

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[Bill Jefferson]

Easy Storm this is a pretty steep slope.

[Jim Foster]

You said it Bill. Walk down nice and careful like vessel. Girl, I want to fly through the air like a cannonball because you lost your footing.

[Bill Jefferson]

We'll ride over and take a look at the other antelope herd.

[Jim Foster]

Okay, Bill. Hey, I wonder if we'll find some mountain lion tracks around there too.

[Bill Jefferson]

I don't know. We find where Mr. Cougars killed some young antelope, we'll have to hunt him down.

[Jim Foster]

Boy, I'll say one or two mountain lions could cut down the animal population pretty badly.

[Bill Jefferson]

That's right. And after we finish looking the herds over, we'll head back to camp and quit for the day.

[Jim Foster]

Hey, now you're talking my language, Bill. Boy, am I hungry.

[Dave Foster]

You weren't joking Dr. Flynn, when you said Leo had a rare blood type, you've tested 50 of my friends already and still you can't match it.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Don't get discouraged, Mr. Foster. We'll keep trying. And it could be the 51st person.

[Dave Foster]

But what if you can't find it in the dozen or more folks who are still to come in for the test?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Then I'll get in touch with the newspapers and the radio stations. I'll ask them to make an appeal for a person with this type of blood. I'm sure that out of this part of the country there must be one person with Leo's blood type.

[Dave Foster]

Well, we should know by this evening if any of the rest of my friends can qualify.

[Jim Foster]

Hello, Naughty Fine Daily Telegram, spence Brown speaking.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Mr. Brown, this is Dr. Philip Redswick. I want you to make an appeal for someone with.

[Narrator]

Naughty Pine radio station. Cliff Nichols speaking.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I say, Mr. Nichols, would you do me a bit of a favor? This is Dr. Redwick.

[Narrator]

Oh, yes, sir. How can I help?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

One of my patients is badly in need of a person.

[Jim Foster]

Hey, Bill, what do you say we find out what's going on in the rest of the world, huh?

[Bill Jefferson]

Oh, sure, Henry. Why not warm up the radio?

[Jim Foster]

I wish I could have heard.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

The whole part we play will be

[Narrator]

by John Philip Sousa. But before we play the next March, I'd like to present a heart stirring appeal to you again. Dr. Philip Redgwick is appealing for someone with type B Rh negative blood. Come to the Knotty Pine Hospital.

[Bill Jefferson]

Let's listen.

[Narrator]

I repeat that type BRH negative blood is needed in a serious operation to save the life of young Leo Foster. Anyone who has none at all, please contact or come to the naughty

[Bill Jefferson]

stumpy gray wolf. You fellas take charge. I'm riding to Knotty Pine right now.

[Dave Foster]

Not dangerous to do in Darkville.

[Jim Foster]

Yeah, you better wait until morning and then go in.

[Bill Jefferson]

Don't worry, I'll get through. There's no time to wait when a

[Dave Foster]

life is at stake.

[Bill Jefferson]

Henry, turn that radio on short wave and tell him I'm on the.

[Dave Foster]

Arranger. You must be Bill Jefferson.

[Bill Jefferson]

Yes, I'm Bill Jefferson. I've come in answer to your appeal in behalf of young Leo Foster.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

My friend, we're really glad to see you. Are you sure you have the right type of blood?

[Bill Jefferson]

Reasonably so. May take a blood test now if you wish.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

That's rather decent of you. By the way, I'm Dr. Redgwick. This is Dr. Flint and Mr. Foster, the boy's father.

[Bill Jefferson]

How do you do, gentlemen?

[Dave Foster]

You don't Know how deeply we appreciate this, Mr. Jefferson.

[Bill Jefferson]

That's all right, Mr. Foster. I'm glad to help if I can.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Well, let's get to the lab then and make the test. I'll alert surgery, and if it's the right type, we'll operate within the hour.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Right? L.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

We'll know in a minute, gentlemen.

[Dave Foster]

How do you know that you have this rare type blood, Mr. Jefferson?

[Bill Jefferson]

I just had a blood test made a short time ago for my identification tag.

[Dave Foster]

Isn't it wonderful how things have a way of working out?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

What do you say, Ground? Does it match?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Look for yourself.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Perfect. Let's proceed to surgery at once. Mr. Jefferson, I'm going into the preparation room and scrub up. It'll take about 20 minutes for Dr. Flint and me to get ready. The orderlies will wheel you in just before that time.

[Bill Jefferson]

Okay, Doctor. I'm ready whenever you are.

[Dave Foster]

Bill, you're. You're not afraid, are you?

[Bill Jefferson]

Why should I be, Dave?

[Dave Foster]

What I mean is. Well, if something should go wrong, maybe your heart can't pump for two.

[Bill Jefferson]

Dave, I'm a Christian. The blood of the Lord Jesus Christ has cleansed me from all sin. He's my savior. If I should die on the operating table, then I'll enter into the full blessing of eternal life. I have nothing to be afraid of. Christ conquered death for me.

[Dave Foster]

I don't understand. What are you talking about?

[Leo Foster]

Those things. Telling you about Jesus. Daddy, don't you remember what the teacher taught me in Sunday school?

[Dave Foster]

Oh, yeah, sure, Leo, I remember. His mother sends him to Sunday School to learn about religion. I think it's a good thing for children to know.

[Leo Foster]

You should learn about Jesus too, Daddy. Jesus told me not to be afraid of the operation.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I prayed.

[Dave Foster]

Sure. No, son. You'd better rest now.

[Bill Jefferson]

Do you honestly believe that salvation is only for children, Dave?

[Dave Foster]

Well, sure. Why not? Religion won't hurt him, will it?

[Bill Jefferson]

It's not religion your son is talking about, Dave. It's Christ. If he won't hurt children, then how can he hurt adults? You know, Dave, you're more frightened than your son is. You're scared to death that this isn't going to work.

[Dave Foster]

Who, me? Why should I be scared?

[Bill Jefferson]

I'm not blaming you, Dave. You ought to be scared because you don't know the Lord. You should accept Jesus as your savior.

[Dave Foster]

I don't need help. Some other time. Not now.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

All right, Mr. Jefferson.

[Narrator]

Leo. Doctors are getting ready for you. We'll take you into the operating room now.

[Leo Foster]

I'm ready. See you later. Daddy.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

We're ready for you. Now, old men. Leo's well under the anesthetic.

[Bill Jefferson]

I'm ready for you too, Doctor. What type of anesthesia is it?

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Local. You'll be conscious throughout. We'll administer it now, and then we'll make the splice. Don't move a muscle. The nurse will wipe your face for you. After a bit, we'll start an auxiliary pump to help push the blood along. Now we'll have a go at it.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Here's the hypo, Phil.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Thank you, Grant. I say, Ranger, you surely have tough hide. You won't feel a thing in a moment. Let's start to work on Leo.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

I'm right with you, Phil. Skin knife.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Yes. Swab. Clem. Second night. Swab. Retractor. Clem. Clem. Swab.

[Dave Foster]

Suture.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Start the auxiliary ground.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Right.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

I say, that's working like a tub. Now the heart.

[Bill Jefferson]

Yes.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Scalpel.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Right. Out. We'll have to move swiftly now. We don't want to give that second heart any more work than necessary. Wipe my forehead, Nurse. Beastly hot in here. Can't be helped. How are you doing, Bill?

[Bill Jefferson]

Just fine, Doctor. My heart isn't complaining a bit about pumping for two people.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

You're the one. Snipe the suture.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Ground right here.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Yes. There we are. Now, get this cardiac plumbing back together again, and the lad will live to be an old man.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Ready to disconnect.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Quiet.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

The pump's going off.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Clump forceps. Suture. More suture. Are you taking care of Bill, Grant?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Yes. I've got him put back together, Phil.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

Suture. Now's the test. There we are, Grant. We've done it again.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Ah, that's wonderful. You're terrific, Phil. And you too, Bill. Thanks.

[Bill Jefferson]

Don't thank me. All I had to do was the pumping. You fellas did the work.

[Dave Foster]

Well. How do you feel now, Leo?

[Leo Foster]

I feel fine, Daddy. I'm not tired anymore like I used to be. The doctor fixed me up real good.

[Dave Foster]

Is he really going to be all right, Doc?

[Dr. Grant Flint]

Oh, he'll be ready to leave the hospital in a couple of weeks.

[Dave Foster]

Thank you. Thank you, Dr. Edgwick.

[Dr. Grant Flint]

It was a pleasure to help Mr. Foster.

[Dr. Philip Redgwick]

So it was. Here's the chap to thank. Leo's second heart.

[Dave Foster]

I know, Bill. Bill, you risked your life to save Leo's. How can I ever repay you?

[Bill Jefferson]

You can repay me by going to Sunday school with Leo instead of just taking him.

[Dave Foster]

Dave. I'll do that, Bill. From now on, we'll all go to Sunday school and church as a family. That's a covenant with God because he spared my son.

[Narrator]

Well, how about that. There were two heart operations going on while Dr. Redgwick was working on Leo's heart, the Lord was working on the heart of his father, while for just a little while, Bill Jefferson's heart beat for two. We'll see you next week for more adventure with Ranger Bill.

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