The Squire | The Lone Ranger (05-15-50)

Summary

Podcast Summary: "The Squire | The Lone Ranger (05-15-50)"

Introduction

In the February 3, 2025 release of the Old Time Radio Westerns podcast, host Andrew Rhynes presents "The Squire," an exhilarating episode featuring the legendary Lone Ranger and his faithful companion, Tonto. This digitally restored classic Western radio drama, originally aired on May 15, 1950, transports listeners to the untamed frontier, blending rich storytelling with immersive soundscapes. In this episode, the Lone Ranger confronts deceit, danger, and betrayal in a gripping tale that underscores his unwavering commitment to justice.

Plot Overview

"The Squire" revolves around the Lone Ranger aiding Jane Carter, a determined woman seeking to capture bank robbers who have disrupted her town. As the narrative unfolds, tensions rise when deceit within the community comes to light, culminating in a showdown with Squire Turnbull, who is revealed as the orchestrator behind the bank robbery. The episode masterfully weaves themes of trust, betrayal, and heroism, culminating in a climactic resolution that reaffirms the Lone Ranger's role as the guardian of law and order in the Wild West.

Key Characters

• Lone Ranger: The masked hero dedicated to upholding justice in the western United States.
• Tonto: The Lone Ranger's loyal and resourceful Indian companion.
• Jane Carter: A courageous woman seeking the Lone Ranger's help to capture bank robbers.
• Squire Turnbull: The antagonist posing as a respected town figure but secretly orchestrating the bank robbery.
• Deputy Sheriff Teddy Silver (Gimp): Leader of the manhunt pursuing the Lone Ranger.
• Jake and Grider: Members of the posse aiding Squire Turnbull in the robbery.

Major Events

1. Encounter with Jane Carter (03:19 - 08:57)

   • The Lone Ranger and Tonto meet Jane Carter in a woodland camp. Jane reveals the recent bank robbery and her father's survival as the sole witness capable of identifying the robbers. She devises a plan for the Lone Ranger to pose as her injured father, setting the stage for a trap to capture the outlaws.

   Notable Quote:

   • Jane Carter (08:15): "I want you to come to our house and pose as my father."

2. Setting the Trap (09:11 - 12:10)

   • The Lone Ranger and Tonto follow Jane to her well-kept ranch. They prepare a dummy dressed as Jane's injured father, anticipating the robbers' return. Tensions build as they anticipate the confrontation.

   Notable Quote:

   • Lone Ranger (10:09): "I'm helping you because I want to see the stolen cash recovered."

3. Confrontation with the Robbers (12:19 - 19:24)

   • Squire Turnbull and his men arrive to execute the plan, intending to kill Jane and thwart the Lone Ranger's efforts. Miscommunication and betrayal surface as Turnbull's true intentions become apparent. The Lone Ranger remains unaware of Turnbull's duplicity, believing in his alignment with law enforcement.

   Notable Quote:

   • Squire Turnbull (23:36): "Unfortunately, both he and the girl will have to die."

4. Climactic Showdown (24:00 - 27:29)

   • The Lone Ranger exposes Turnbull's deceit, leading to a fierce confrontation. Utilizing his sharp skills and strategic prowess, the Lone Ranger defeats Turnbull and his henchmen, ensuring justice is served. The Sheriff's arrival solidifies the defeat of the antagonists, and the Lone Ranger declines any reward, embodying his commitment to justice over personal gain.

   Notable Quotes:

   • Lone Ranger (24:00): "Even though you kill both Jane and me, you'll not be in the clear."
   • Tonto (26:27): "The dog. Oh, it's Tonto."

Conflict and Resolution

The central conflict arises from the betrayal by Squire Turnbull, a respected town figure secretly leading the bank robbery. Jane Carter's desperation to secure her father's safety and recover the stolen money forces her to seek the Lone Ranger's aid. As the plot thickens, the Lone Ranger's trust in Turnbull is manipulated, leading to a life-threatening situation for Jane and the revelation of Turnbull's true nature.

The resolution is achieved through the Lone Ranger's quick thinking and combat prowess. By confronting Turnbull and exposing his deceit, the Lone Ranger ensures that justice prevails. The Sheriff's acknowledgment of the Lone Ranger's heroism and the refusal of a reward reinforce the Lone Ranger's role as an incorruptible defender of the innocent.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Jane Carter (03:03): "The pirate of history can one find a greater champion of justice."
• Lone Ranger (03:57): "I'll help you in just a minute."
• Jane Carter (07:10): "I'm Jane Carter. I suppose there's no use asking your name."
• Lone Ranger (10:09): "I'm helping you because I want to see the stolen cash recovered."
• Squire Turnbull (23:36): "Unfortunately, both he and the girl will have to die."
• Lone Ranger (24:00): "Even though you kill both Jane and me, you'll not be in the clear."

Insights and Themes

"The Squire" delves into the complexities of trust and deception in a lawless frontier. Jane Carter's reliance on the Lone Ranger highlights themes of hope and the lengths individuals will go to protect their loved ones and community. The episode also examines the corrupting influence of power, as embodied by Squire Turnbull, juxtaposed against the Lone Ranger's unwavering moral compass.

The dynamic between the Lone Ranger and Tonto underscores themes of partnership and loyalty, while the resolution emphasizes justice and the importance of integrity. The episode serves as a timeless reminder of the virtues of courage, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of righteousness.

Conclusion

"The Squire" stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Lone Ranger, blending suspense, action, and moral fortitude in a compelling narrative. Through masterful storytelling and immersive audio restoration, Old Time Radio Westerns brings this classic Western saga to life, offering listeners a captivating journey into the heart of the Wild West. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the lore, this episode promises an engaging and memorable experience that celebrates the timeless spirit of the Lone Ranger.

Transcript

[Tonto]

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.

[Narrator]

A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust and a haki hi O Silver, the Lone Ranger. This faithful Indian companion, Tahoe, 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 hoofbeats of the Great Horse Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again.

[Lone Ranger]

From Silver the Tobacco and Silver Hooray.

[Narrator]

Totto had been waiting for a long time in a small woodland camp. His tall, masked friend, the Lone Ranger, had been expected for over an hour. It was with a feeling of relief that Tottle recognized the familiar hoof beats of the Great Horse Silver. The usual greeting froze on the Indian's lips when he saw the grim lines about the masked man's mouth and the dirt and brambles that clung to his clothing. And the coat of Silver.

[Lone Ranger]

Ho. Silver, ho. Easy, silly.

[Narrator]

Easy now.

[Lone Ranger]

I see you brought supplies from town.

[Tonto]

That's right.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, no. While you were there, did you hear any news of a manhunt?

[Tonto]

No. Oh, Silver. Plenty dirty brush.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll help you in just a minute.

[Tonto]

You go through plenty rough country?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, I've gone through underbrush and brambles.

[Tonto]

Why you ask about manhunt?

[Lone Ranger]

Because there's a manhunt going on in this part of the country and it's a big one.

[Tonto]

You see him?

[Lone Ranger]

Well, three miles north of here, I saw a group of men approaching. I pulled off the trail before they saw me and kept out of sight until they passed. We were led by Deputy Sheriff Teddy Silver. Trying to get some of these brambles out of your chair? A few minutes later, I saw a second group of lawmen drew off the trail again. I was coming through the woods. I heard hoofbeats approaching. I stopped. Third posse passed within a few yards of me.

[Tonto]

You not let any lawmen see you?

[Lone Ranger]

No. I didn't want to answer a lot of questions about my mask.

[Tonto]

Maybe you brushed Silver's mane too hard.

[Lone Ranger]

Silver never minded that. Take it easy, boy. You need cleaning up. Stand still, fella. What's the matter with you? I. Is he trying to warn us of something?

[Tonto]

No. Over there. King Tubby. He shotgun through bushes girl's voice don't.

[Jane Carter]

Either of you move. Both barrels of this gun are loaded with heavy shots.

[Lone Ranger]

We're not moving. You look as though you'd been through brambles up to your neck.

[Jane Carter]

I certainly have.

[Lone Ranger]

You better let me take that shotgun before you hurt someone.

[Jane Carter]

No, you don't. Stand still. I wonder how big a reward is on your head.

[Lone Ranger]

If you're man hunting for a reward, you'd be disappointed.

[Jane Carter]

Oh, no, I won't. It's not a reward I want.

[Lone Ranger]

If you think I'm an Oz lion.

[Jane Carter]

I duck for cover near my house. Oh, you were mighty careful to dodge that puzzle.

[Lone Ranger]

So you followed me? Those lawmen weren't looking for me. I know that you're not hoping for a reward. And you know I'm not the object of the manhunt. Yet you tore your skin and wrecked your clothes on brambles to follow me here.

[Jane Carter]

Because you're wanted by the law. You must be, or you wouldn't wear a mask and dodge apostles. Well, I can turn you over to the law or I can let you go. That's up to you.

[Lone Ranger]

Then I do get a choice.

[Jane Carter]

I need the help of a gunman. And you can win your freedom by giving it to me.

[Lone Ranger]

I see. You know, young lady, there's a tear in your dress that really needs attention. I'll take that gun.

[Jane Carter]

Go. Give me that gun.

[Lone Ranger]

Sorry. There.

[Jane Carter]

You. You made me take my eyes off you so you could grab the gun.

[Lone Ranger]

Now it will be so much easier to talk to you.

[Jane Carter]

You said. You said my dress was torn and.

[Lone Ranger]

Please forgive me.

[Jane Carter]

You knew I'd take my eyes off you.

[Lone Ranger]

It was a harmless trick.

[Jane Carter]

Harmless? If you only knew.

[Lone Ranger]

I know you're desperately in need of help.

[Jane Carter]

Forget it. If you return the shotgun, I'll get out of here. Unload it if you're afraid I'll turn on you.

[Lone Ranger]

No, I'll not unload it. I'll just lower the hammer so it won't go off accidentally. There you are. But please don't go.

[Jane Carter]

There's no use staying.

[Lone Ranger]

If you want help, I can't afford.

[Jane Carter]

To pay for it.

[Lone Ranger]

You need a gunman.

[Jane Carter]

I. Well, I don't want anyone shot, if that's what you mean. Listen, mister, you said you. In that case, you wouldn't be afraid to collect a reward if you earned it.

[Lone Ranger]

A reward?

[Jane Carter]

For the capture of the bank robber.

[Lone Ranger]

That sounds interesting. Do you mind telling me your name?

[Jane Carter]

I'm Jane Carter. I suppose there's no use asking your name. If you wanted to be known, you wouldn't wear a mask.

[Lone Ranger]

That's right.

[Jane Carter]

The bank in town has been robbed. Everyone is looking for the robbers. And I'm the only one who knows how to find them.

[Lone Ranger]

Why don't you give your information to the law?

[Jane Carter]

I don't dare. Someone in town who's very important must have told the robbers when and how to attack the bank. It might be the sheriff himself. Or one of his men. Will you help me?

[Lone Ranger]

Why are you so interested in solving the robbery?

[Jane Carter]

Because so much depends on it. My father's life, for one thing, and everyone in town and on the ranches for miles around. They'll be practically penniless if the money isn't recovered.

[Lone Ranger]

I see. Tell me one thing more. How do you know I'm not one of the robbers?

[Jane Carter]

My father saw them. He told me what they looked like.

[Lone Ranger]

You must have had a plan in mind when you followed me here, determined to force me to help you.

[Jane Carter]

Yes, I do have a plan. And it's a good one.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, tell me about it.

[Jane Carter]

First I must tell you about the robbery. My father was the only customer in the bank at the time he and the clerk were shot. The clerk was killed, but dad, he's still alive. He's wounded, but he got away from the robbers. And they know he's alive to identify them.

[Lone Ranger]

Where is he now?

[Jane Carter]

I'm not telling anyone. But I'm sure those thieves will be looking for him to. To kill him before he can describe them.

[Lone Ranger]

What is your plan?

[Jane Carter]

I want you to come to our house and pose as my father. One bullet grazed my father's head. You could wear a lot of bandage then. If you wore one of his bright red shirts. You'd look enough like him at a distance.

[Lone Ranger]

Let's get started.

[Jane Carter]

He'll do it.

[Lone Ranger]

We'll discuss the plans on the way to your home.

[Narrator]

Darkness had fallen by the time the Lone Ranger and Tahoe reached the girl's home. A rambling one story building on a well kept ranch. Scott and Silver were put into a shed where there were several other horses. Then the masked man and the Indian followed Jane Carter into the house. After lighting a lamp, she produced a red shirt that belonged to her father and several rolls of bandage.

[Jane Carter]

I needn't tell you this might be dangerous.

[Lone Ranger]

You seem quite sure that these bank robbers will come here to look for your father.

[Jane Carter]

Of course they will. They know he can identify them if he lives.

[Lone Ranger]

You won't tell me where your father is?

[Jane Carter]

No, I'd rather not.

[Lone Ranger]

Very well.

[Jane Carter]

Cover your head with a bandage and put on that Red shirt. Then sit over there in Father's favorite chair so you can be seen through the window.

[Lone Ranger]

An easy target for anyone who cares to shoot me.

[Jane Carter]

I warned you there'd be danger. You gotta take some risk if you expect rewards for capturing those bank robbers.

[Lone Ranger]

Jane, let's get something straight. I'm not after any reward.

[Jane Carter]

You. You're not?

[Lone Ranger]

I'm helping you because I want to see the stolen cash recovered. If all the people around here go broke, the development of the west will be set back many years. Moreover, if those crooks get away with a robbery in Hillsdale they'll try the same thing somewhere else.

[Jane Carter]

Yes, but. But I don't understand. Why are you so interested in other people's losses or in the development of.

[Tonto]

The country show Girl? Silver bullets you must have. Maybe that explains.

[Jane Carter]

Silver bullets.

[Lone Ranger]

I'm sometimes identified by bullets like. Like this.

[Narrator]

Him.

[Tonto]

Lone Ranger.

[Jane Carter]

Lone Ranger. You mean to say you're oggy and I held a shotgun on you? What? I threatened to shoot you.

[Lone Ranger]

Let's get on with your plan.

[Jane Carter]

But you can't help me. It's too dangerous. If anything were to happen to you. Oh, no.

[Lone Ranger]

Maddo and I have taken risks before.

[Jane Carter]

But I can't now.

[Lone Ranger]

You want the outlaws to think your father is sitting in this room, is that it? You expect them to try to kill him either by coming to the house or firing through the window?

[Jane Carter]

I thought I might have. Men waking in the darkness catch the bank robbers when they come here.

[Lone Ranger]

Who would you get? You told me there was no one you could trust.

[Jane Carter]

There is one man. He couldn't come here and pose as my father, but. But I know he'll send the right men to trap the bank robbers.

[Tonto]

Who is he?

[Jane Carter]

The most prominent man in town. Squire Turnbull.

[Tonto]

I see.

[Lone Ranger]

Where is your father?

[Jane Carter]

He's in the safe place. I. Well, I guess I can tell you. He's in this house in the cyclone, sir.

[Lone Ranger]

Very well. Go to the square with your plan, Toto, and I'll fix things here.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger stood watch while Tottle saddled Jane's horse. When the girl had ridden away in the darkness the masked man and his Indian companion rigged a dummy in a dimly lighted corner of the room. To anyone looking from a distance through the window it resembled a man who.

[Tonto]

Wore a red shirt and whose head.

[Narrator]

Was swathed in bandage. Soon after the stage had been set, three men moved on foot near the cotter house.

[Squire Turnbull]

Now I'd say.

[Tonto]

Shut up, gimp. It's not for you to say. Grider's a boss and he gives the order. Jake, sometimes you talk good sense.

[Lone Ranger]

Why?

[Tonto]

If it hadn't have been for you, Greider, the posse to had us before now. Yeah, and where would you two be? You'd be in jail waiting trial and hanging. I was only going to say that.

[Lone Ranger]

After tonight we'd be in the clear.

[Tonto]

That depends on how well you can follow orders. Gimp. Yeah? You, Jake and I did most of the work at the bank.

[Sheriff]

I did my part.

[Tonto]

You didn't finish your part. You left a witness who can hang all three of us. Jake got the cash in the bank and I got the clerk. If you'd gotten caught or we'd be in the clear. I tried, but he got away. You're elected to finish. We better keep our voices going. So let us lose the house. Good idea, Jake. No. You want me to do Bob, Wait.

[Squire Turnbull]

Look.

[Tonto]

I think I see him. Hard to tell. Make light in that room. Isn't that somewhere in the corner wearing a red shirt? Looks like it. Sure it is. There's a bandage on his head. We'll wait here. Gideon.

[Squire Turnbull]

She'll move.

[Tonto]

You had a crack at him at 10ft and you missed killing him. You want to try from 100ft? Go right up to the house. Clap on the door. Either Carter or his daughter will answer. As soon as it's open, you fire. You'll stand here and cover.

[Squire Turnbull]

But if the girl opens a door.

[Tonto]

We'Ll take care of her. You shoot Carter to be sure it's permanent. I don't see why all 50 of a team. Don't argue with me. You want a Carter, the bank money, you get Carter. We can't take a chance on having them describe us. What are you waiting for, Jim? You've got your orders. Get going.

[Jane Carter]

Move on.

[Tonto]

I don't see why I should do this job alone. Gimp's got something there. You know it. Driver. What do you mean, Jim? You teach him a lesson by sending him on that six gun move alone. Any lessons Gimp gets now will do him precious little good. For what? We don't need Gimp anymore. Besides, he's dangerous to us. If he gets a pocketful of money, he'll start free spending. You'll be questioned. You'll square what sort of coyote is right there? We'll move forward a little bit and keep a close watch. As soon as Gimp shoots Carter, we'll shoot Gimp. I think that's it. Ain't too long now.

[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.

[Jane Carter]

Sa.

[Narrator]

One of the three bank robbers held a gun in one hand, while with the other he rapped on the door of the Carter ranch house. He didn't suspect that his pals, concealed in the darkness less than a hundred feet away, were ready to shoot him as soon as he had killed John Carter, the only eyewitness to the robbery. Inside the house, the Lone Ranger and Toto had rigged a dummy. The masked man spoke softly to Toto and really, Toto.

[Tonto]

Maybe it wonder if.

[Lone Ranger]

Who is it? The door is unlocked. Walk in.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto stood back from the door as Gimp pushed it inward slowly until he could see the.

[Tonto]

Dimly lighted figure in the far corner.

[Narrator]

He fired from the hip. Both shots creaked across the room, thudding into the pillow that filled the red flannel shirt. And then, as if in echo, other guns barked nearby.

[Lone Ranger]

Hold your fire out there.

[Narrator]

Imp was hammered off his feet by the impact of the heavy bullets. He fell into the room and lay motionless.

[Tonto]

Them fellows girls send. Why them?

[Squire Turnbull]

Shoot.

[Lone Ranger]

See if there's anything you can do for this man, Toto. I'll go out and find out why those men were so handy with their guns.

[Narrator]

Jake and Gryder were surprised to see a tall man outlined against the lighted doorway.

[Tonto]

Who's he, Gryder? How do I know that's not Carter?

[Lone Ranger]

See who you are. I want to talk to you.

[Tonto]

What do we do, boss? Make a run for the horses or drill that man? Keep your gun handy. Where do we see who he is and what he wants?

[Lone Ranger]

Is the Squire tell you to kill that man?

[Tonto]

He's speaking to the Squire.

[Lone Ranger]

Why didn't you hold your fire until you saw what we did?

[Tonto]

Who are you?

[Lone Ranger]

Didn't the Squire tell you? No. What were you doing in that house? I sent you here.

[Tonto]

Yeah. Hey, is that a mask on your face?

[Lone Ranger]

Yes.

[Tonto]

Who are you, anyway?

[Lone Ranger]

Squire Turnbull must know who I am.

[Tonto]

Maybe we better go and see the Squire. He didn't tell us anything about you.

[Lone Ranger]

No, Not a word.

[Tonto]

You say he knew you were in that house?

[Lone Ranger]

He should have. My being there was part of the plan to catch the bank robbers when they came to kill Carter.

[Tonto]

Oh, I see. So that's.

[Lone Ranger]

He might have been able to make that man talk and name his pals.

[Tonto]

We better go and see the Squire right away.

[Lone Ranger]

It might be better if we return to the house. There's just a chance the man you shot is still alive.

[Tonto]

Mighty small chance of that. We'll go to the Squire. I said we'll call on the Squire.

[Lone Ranger]

You're ready to back that with a gun, huh?

[Tonto]

Turnbull didn't tell us anything about you, mister. And that mask makes me downright suspicious. Are you going peaceable to the Squire? Down right here.

[Lone Ranger]

My horse is in the shed behind the house.

[Tonto]

Ours are over yonder among the trees. Let's get yours first. Then we'll get ours and see what Turnbull says about you.

[Narrator]

Ryder couldn't fully understand the situation. But he realized that the masked man was in some way involved in a plan to expose the robbers of the bank. The Lone Ranger, on the other hand, believed that the two men were on his side of the law and that Squire Turnbull and Jane Carter would quickly straighten out the situation. He didn't suspect that the Squire himself was the author of the bank robbery. And neither did Jane Carter who had implicit faith in the dignified fat man who looked at her across a massive desk in his home.

[Jane Carter]

Why, Turnbull, we've been waiting a long time. Those men should be at our house by now.

[Squire Turnbull]

Patience, my dear, patience.

[Lone Ranger]

They'll be here presently.

[Squire Turnbull]

Now send them directly to your home.

[Jane Carter]

He said that half an hour ago.

[Tonto]

Yes, yes.

[Jane Carter]

Edward, can't you find someone else to send there? If the bank robbers arrived before we had men in hiding awaiting them the masked man might be killed.

[Squire Turnbull]

Tell me more about that mask man. You say he's the Lone Ranger?

[Jane Carter]

Yes.

[Squire Turnbull]

Are you sure?

[Jane Carter]

Oh, yes. He showed me a silver bullet and he called his horse silver.

[Squire Turnbull]

Mistake.

[Jane Carter]

I'm sure I've made no mistake.

[Squire Turnbull]

It would be possible for one of the bank robbers to disguise himself with a mask. And whose is the Lone Ranger?

[Jane Carter]

He's not one of the three who robbed the bank. I know that father described the thief.

[Squire Turnbull]

Perhaps your father didn't get a good.

[Lone Ranger]

Look at the robber.

[Jane Carter]

But he did. He had a.

[Squire Turnbull]

You know, Jane, you are a strange girl. You put such trust in a mask man, yet you refuse to take the sheriff into your confidence.

[Jane Carter]

What's strange about that?

[Squire Turnbull]

The sheriff represents the law. It's his duty to track down these murdering thieves who killed the bank clerk and tried to kill your father. You could aid him greatly by telling him your father can describe the crouch and letting him talk to your father.

[Jane Carter]

I told the sheriff my father couldn't be disturbed.

[Squire Turnbull]

Why don't you trust the sheriff?

[Jane Carter]

I do wish your men would get here.

[Squire Turnbull]

Why don't you trust the sheriff?

[Jane Carter]

Why, Attorney? Those robbers had inside information. They knew the banker would be out of town, that the clerk would be alone. They had a key to the rear Door. They knew exactly where the paper money was stored.

[Squire Turnbull]

It's true, my dear, but it was no secret that the banker would be away for a couple of days. As for the key, it wouldn't be too difficult to get a key to fit the door.

[Jane Carter]

The sheriff had the key. It would be easier to borrow his than to get another.

[Squire Turnbull]

Quite frankly, I. I think you made me stood, ma'am. You have as much reason to suspect me, Squire.

[Jane Carter]

You're the only man in town I really trust you. I hear someone. Maybe your man.

[Squire Turnbull]

Let us hope so.

[Lone Ranger]

Yes, Come in.

[Tonto]

Hi, Squire.

[Squire Turnbull]

Mast.

[Tonto]

Good evening, Squire.

[Lone Ranger]

Turnbull.

[Jane Carter]

You here?

[Tonto]

Right in the boss. You'd better let me talk first. This hombre was in the house with Carter.

[Squire Turnbull]

Yes, I know, miss. Carter told me about him.

[Tonto]

He said you'd know about him.

[Jane Carter]

Squire. Turnbull, have these men already been to my house?

[Squire Turnbull]

A great ambit. What happened at the house?

[Tonto]

Gimp went to the house and shot Carter. We shot Gibbs so we wouldn't have to split.

[Narrator]

What's that?

[Lone Ranger]

Hold it.

[Tonto]

My gun's at your back. Don't move your hands, Squire.

[Jane Carter]

Let me go through. James, put down that gun.

[Squire Turnbull]

He seems quite a surprise. You.

[Jane Carter]

You and these men. And all the time I thought the sheriff was the one.

[Squire Turnbull]

Be quiet.

[Jane Carter]

I'd like to be city.

[Squire Turnbull]

Don't jump like that again. Take the masked man's gun.

[Tonto]

Right. You can come with Jake. I got him. Pretty fine shooting items, you know, Squire, we couldn't figure the masked man out. We shot Gimp. And this fella came running from the house demanding to know why we killed Gimp. Seemed to know that you'd sent us to the house. But he talked like he was on the side of the law.

[Squire Turnbull]

He thought I'd sent you at the Bureau's request in the hope of tapping the bank robbery.

[Tonto]

Oh, so that's it. We didn't tip our hand. We told him we'd better come here so we could all see you. He came peaceful because he thought we were all on the side of the law. What do we do, Squire? Got him.

[Squire Turnbull]

Unfortunately, both he and the girl will have to die.

[Tonto]

What? Taking off that mask, huh? I'd like to see who the critter is.

[Squire Turnbull]

I can tell you who he is, but I confess I'm curious to see his face. I'm masky enough. We take him outside and shoot him.

[Jane Carter]

No. No, you can't shoot him.

[Squire Turnbull]

No.

[Lone Ranger]

One moment. Before you remove this mask, there's something I should tell you.

[Tonto]

Speak fast.

[Lone Ranger]

Even though you kill both Jane and me, you'll not Be in the clear. Carter is still alive.

[Squire Turnbull]

What?

[Tonto]

He isn't, boss. He can't be alive. We saw Gimp shoot twice at point blank range.

[Lone Ranger]

Imp fired at a dummy. A dummy.

[Squire Turnbull]

You blipping fools.

[Lone Ranger]

Furthermore, you can't even find Carter. He's hidden. He's going to give the sheriff a complete description of the men who robbed the bank. How do you like that, Squire Turnbull?

[Tonto]

We'll take care of him, boss. We'll get Carter.

[Lone Ranger]

You two are going to be caught by the law and the charge will be murder. Maybe if you squeal and name the Squire as your accomplice, you'll avoid the hangman's rope. Think that over. And you think about it too, Squire Turnbull.

[Tonto]

We won't squeal, boss. Don't worry about that. And Carter won't get a chance to go to law. We'll get Carter.

[Lone Ranger]

You'll have to find him.

[Tonto]

You try to stall for time.

[Lone Ranger]

No, I just wanted to give you something to think about.

[Tonto]

All right, then. Now take off your mask. Before we move you outside and shoot you with your own gun.

[Lone Ranger]

There's one thing more I'd like to say. This is for Jake's special benefit.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger had a very definite reason for giving the men in the room something to think about and for arousing their curiosity. Jake had been holding a gun at the masked man's back, but for an instant he forgot the gun. The masked man turned casually toward Jake, then suddenly exploded. Armit swung with lightning speed and the edge of his hand cracked against Jake's wrist. Jake's hand went numb. The gun fell from his fingers. In a split second. The masked man turned and jabbed a fist to Grider's stomach. Squire Turnbull swung his gun from Jane and squeezed the trigger as the Lone Ranger threw himself to one side. Jane, too was in action, forgetting her personal danger. Thinking only of the masked man whose life must be saved at any cost, she dived across the desk and grabbed Squire Turnbull's gun arm.

[Squire Turnbull]

I'll kill you for this.

[Lone Ranger]

I'll kill you.

[Jane Carter]

Let go. Get away, you little dude.

[Lone Ranger]

This is for you, Grider.

[Narrator]

While Turnbull tried to pull the girl aside, the masked man shot a smashing blow to Grider's chin, then kicked as Jake reached to pick up his fallen gun.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh, you don't know.

[Narrator]

Then, in an instant, the masked man had his own cold pill.

[Tonto]

Peacemaker.

[Lone Ranger]

That does it. Stand over there, both of you. Drop that gun, Turnbull.

[Sheriff]

Drop it now.

[Lone Ranger]

Jane let his arm go.

[Jane Carter]

He was going to shoot you.

[Lone Ranger]

Stand up, Turnbull. Over There against the wall with your two pals blundering stupid slow thinking fools.

[Squire Turnbull]

I should have known better than to cut on men like you.

[Lone Ranger]

Oh my chin be your neck before the law is through.

[Jane Carter]

The dog. Oh, it's Todo.

[Lone Ranger]

Come in Tado, you're just in time.

[Sheriff]

What's going on in here? Oh, I see you've got things under control.

[Lone Ranger]

Dear Sheriff with something I mean Sheriff has a lot to tell you.

[Sheriff]

There's precious little. I don't know why a Turnbull. I'm surprised Ryder won't look out of place in jail but it'll be downright strange to see you there.

[Squire Turnbull]

That's here. Wait, listen to me.

[Tonto]

Let me explain.

[Sheriff]

There's nothing to explain. Put the handcuffs on them boys here.

[Tonto]

Gunplay at Carter house and come there with posse wounded fellow talk before him dying.

[Lone Ranger]

The man called Gimp he was pretty.

[Sheriff]

Sore at being double crossed by his pals so he talked his head off. He even told us about the squire. He told us where the stolen cash was hidden.

[Lone Ranger]

Well, in that case Toto, there's nothing more for us to do.

[Sheriff]

We're mighty obliged to you mister. Like to offer you a reward.

[Jane Carter]

But Sheriff, you wouldn't take him.

[Lone Ranger]

No, Sheriff, we have no use for a reward. How do you.

[Tonto]

That mask man. If it hadn't been for him. You said you knew who he was.

[Squire Turnbull]

Yes, I know. That was fool enough to think that three armed men could handle him.

[Sheriff]

Looks like you were wrong, eh squire?

[Squire Turnbull]

Yes, I was wrong. Who is he? He's a lone rang.

[Narrator]

This is a feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated created by George W. Trendle, produced by Trendall Campbell Enterprises and directed by Charles D. Livingston. Tonight's drama was written by Franz Dreicher. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamer.

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