The White Leader | The Lone Ranger (01-08-54)

Summary

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Old Time Radio Westerns – “The White Leader” | The Lone Ranger

Original Air Date: January 8, 1954
Podcast Release Date: July 27, 2026
Host: Andrew Rhynes

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Episode Overview

In this thrilling episode from the golden age of radio, The Lone Ranger and his trusted companion Toto uncover a dangerous plot involving French intrigue, betrayal from within the ranks of the U.S. Army, and a looming Apache attack on a frontier fort. “The White Leader” draws on themes of courage, loyalty, espionage, and the defense of American freedoms, all enlivened by restored audio that brings the wild West vividly to life.

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Key Discussion Points and Story Progression

1. Threat at Fort Newton

• Setting the Scene:
  • Major Savage is frustrated by strategic, well-coordinated Apache raids that suggest a mastermind is orchestrating the attacks.
  • Couriers to ask for reinforcements continually fail to reach El Paso, indicating the presence of spies among the ranks.
  • Lieut. Perry volunteers to break through the lines and seek help.
    • “I know this territory well, sir, and I know the ways of Indians. I feel sure I can succeed.” – Lieut. Perry (05:35)

2. Suspicious Actions and a Secret Meeting

• Lieut. Perry’s Deception:
  • On departing, Perry swaps his military hat for a beaded headband, signaling possible double allegiance.
    • “He wore the uniform of a cavalry officer and a headband of beads. Curious about him, Tahlu. Let's trail him and see where he goes.” – The Lone Ranger (07:16)
  • The Lone Ranger and Toto begin secretly tracking him.
• In the Apache Camp:
  • Perry meets Captain Cabot, a French officer supporting Napoleon III’s ambitions to expand Maximilian’s rule into New Mexico via alliances with the Apaches.
  • The plan: cripple the area, then bring in French-Mexican troops to seize territory during the chaos.
    • “The people of your country will think there is just another big uprising of the Indians...soldiers loyal to Maximilian...will move in...and take the territory for Mexico.” – Captain Cabot (09:47)

3. Discovering the Betrayal

• Reconnaissance:

  • The Lone Ranger and Toto observe the camp, noting hundreds of warriors—a major threat to the undermanned fort.

  • They deduce that the beaded headband identifies trusted personnel and enables safe passage through Apache lines.

    “If we're right, this should guarantee my safety on the trail to Fort Newton. Tao, you head for El Paso and tell Colonel Harris what we've seen.” – The Lone Ranger (11:58)

• Splitting Up:
  • Toto heads to bring reinforcements from El Paso; the Lone Ranger, donning a headband, heads for the fort to warn them.

4. Fort Preparations and Deeper Suspicion (14:14 – 17:12)

• Inside Fort Newton:
  • The Lone Ranger discusses the betrayal with Major Savage.
    • “The lieutenant didn't go to El Paso...The lieutenant met two Apache braves. They took him to the Apache camp, too.” – The Lone Ranger (14:57-15:09)
  • Troops prepare for an imminent attack, unsure if Perry is a traitor or victim.

5. The Dawn Attack and Perry’s Ploy (16:01 – 19:04)

• Perry’s Ruse:
  • Perry proposes a false rescue scenario to the Apaches: he'll return in apparent distress, chased by Apaches, so the fort will open its gates.
    • “When I get the chance, I'll unbolt the gates. The Apaches will attack down the slope from the front and be able to enter immediately.” – Lieut. Perry (16:15)
• The Siege:
  • The plan is enacted, but inside the fort Perry betrays the Apaches instead, warning the major just in time for the defenders to hold out.
    • “It's a trick to get here safely. There are 300 Apaches waiting behind that ridge...” – Lieut. Perry (18:05)
    • “Have the men hold their fire until the passers are close enough for effective shots.” – The Lone Ranger (19:09)
  • Lieutenant Perry’s loyalty is ultimately affirmed; he risked all as a double agent.

6. Climax and Resolution (19:17 – 23:15)

• Battle and Reinforcements:

  • At the masked man’s signal, the defenders open fire at the critical moment.

  • The Lone Ranger bravely rescues the wounded Captain Cabot amid heavy gunfire.

  • Reinforcements arrive, scattering the leaderless Apaches.

    “The cavalry from El Paso. That means t[oto] safe.” – The Lone Ranger (20:31)

• Cabot’s Confession:

  • Major Savage and the Lone Ranger extract a confession from Cabot, who expresses bafflement at American resilience and freedom of expression.

    “You complain loudly about everything, but it means nothing.” – Captain Cabot (22:23)
    “We reserve the right to complain openly...That’s one of the rights freedom gives us. But actions speak louder than words.” – The Lone Ranger (22:31)

• Resolution and Reflections:

  • Major Savage acknowledges Perry’s courage:

    “Lieutenant, I congratulate you. And I, too, apologize.” (22:48)

  • The episode ends with the Lone Ranger and Toto departing, praised by Major Savage:

    “A great American, lieutenant. A man who's always willing to risk his life to help his country and to preserve the freedom of its people. He's the Lone Ranger.” (23:15)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On betrayal and patriotism:

  “The lieutenant is a man of courage who did his country a big service.” – The Lone Ranger about Perry (21:35)

• On American freedom:

  “We reserve the right to complain openly about matters, Captain. That’s one of the rights freedom gives us...the complaining soldiers will fight to preserve that right along with others.” – The Lone Ranger (22:31)

• Episode’s closing tribute:

  “He’s the Lone Ranger.” – Major Savage (23:15)

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Important Timestamps

| Timestamp | Content | |---------------|------------| | 04:35–05:44 | Major Savage and Lieut. Perry discuss the threat and Perry’s mission | | 06:33–07:16 | The Lone Ranger and Toto spot Perry’s suspicious actions | | 08:42–10:13 | Lieut. Perry’s meeting with Captain Cabot and the plot is revealed| | 11:04–12:08 | The Lone Ranger and Toto plan their countermeasures | | 14:14–15:44 | Lone Ranger warns the fort and discusses evidence of betrayal| | 16:01–16:45 | Perry’s ruse plan with the Apaches and Cabot | | 17:12–19:09 | Dawn attack, Perry returns, the siege begins | | 19:17–20:45 | Climax: the attack, the rescue, and timely reinforcements | | 21:26–22:48 | Cabot confronted, Perry’s true loyalty affirmed | | 23:15 | Major’s final words about The Lone Ranger |

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The Lone Ranger’s Enduring Message

“The White Leader” is more than thrilling adventure; it’s a subtle but stirring tribute to the value of freedom, the resilience of those who defend it, and the idea that actions, not mere words, define true loyalty and patriotism. It’s a testament to the lasting appeal of The Lone Ranger and old-time radio storytelling.

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Transcript

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[Narrator]

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[Narrator]

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[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

I'm on, Silver. Let's go, big fellow.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Are you Silver? Hey,

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[Narrator]

The commanding officer at Fort Newton in New Mexico territory. Pounded his desk with his fist in frustration. As he spoke heatedly to his aide, Lieutenant Perry.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Senator. Lieutenant Perry. This situation is intolerable. I've had wide experience in Indian warfare. But this is the first time I've ever found Apaches following a deliberate strategic pattern in their operations.

[Lieutenant Perry]

What do you make of it, Major Savage?

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Frankly, I'm puzzled. Their moves are made as if directed by a military mastermind. What's more puzzling is that they seem to know every move we make. Several army wagon trains came through without being molested. But the one carrying ammunition was the one those in front of Apaches raided.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Yes.

[Lieutenant Perry]

And the couriers we sent asking for reinforcements have been intercepted. It seems impossible to get word through to the fort at El Paso.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Exactly. The Apaches must have spies everywhere.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Let me try to get through to El Paso.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

You?

[Lieutenant Perry]

Yes, sir.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

How can you expect to get through after so many others have failed?

[Lieutenant Perry]

I know this territory well, sir, and I know the ways of Indians. I feel sure I can succeed.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Well, all right, Lieutenant. You have my permission and my blessing. I sincerely hope you succeed.

[Narrator]

That afternoon, Lt. Perry left the fort with praise for his courage ringing in his ears. When he reached the top of a hill, he pulled to a stop. For a moment, he looked back at the fort with a strange expression on his face. Then, with a grim smile, he removed his military hat and put it into his saddlebag, from which he took a wide, beaded headband. He adjusted the headband securely in place of his hat, then started down the trail at a gallop.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Get up.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Get up there.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Totto were riding up the trail toward Fort Newton. When Toto suddenly spoke.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Look.

[Narrator]

He must have been. We see dust cloud over rise in distance.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Yes, Someone's coming toward us. Returning to the gully until he passes. Come on.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Come, scum.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Easy fell.

[Toto / Other Characters]

The horseman will pass in a moment.

[Narrator]

Him not see us here coming over rise. Now me see him through brush.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Yes, I see him too.

[Narrator]

Him wear army uniforms.

[Toto / Other Characters]

But look, he's wearing a beaded headband in place of his army hat.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

That's strange.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Very strange. He wore the uniform of a cavalry officer and a headband of beads. Curious about him, Tahlu. Let's trail him and see where he goes.

[Narrator]

Meantime, the lieutenant followed the river trail for about two miles.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Ho, ho, ho.

[Narrator]

Sudden, he pulled to a stop as two Apache braves rode from behind big boulders and barred his path. They held rifles pointed at the officer.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Oh, pale face soldier wear Indian band.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Round head.

[Toto / Other Characters]

You come. We take you to white chief.

[Narrator]

The lieutenant hesitated a moment. The Indians still kept their rifles aimed at him. And he realized he had no other choice but to go with them. Finally, he spoke.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Very well. I'll go with you. Take me to your white chief, huh?

[Toto / Other Characters]

Go that way.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Get up.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Get up.

[Narrator]

The two Indians and the lieutenant rode into the foothills for some time. Finally, they entered a deep set, narrow valley. And the officer realized he had reached the Apache's camp. He and his two escorts stopped in front of the chief's wigwam. The lieutenant waited beside his horse as the chief came from the wigwam. Accompanied by a man in the uniform of a French army officer.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Good afternoon, Captain Cabot.

[Apache / Other Characters]

You are a most welcome visitor, Lieutenant. Chief Big Hawk, this is the American officer with whom I made friends in El Paso.

[Toto / Other Characters]

How friend of white leader is welcome to Apache camp.

[Lieutenant Perry]

How, Chief Big Hawk. Captain, the headband you gave me was a pass of safety.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Oui, monsieur. Lieutenant Big Hawk has given orders to all Apache brave to respect the beaded headband. I am glad our many talks down in El Paso have convinced you to aid in the great cause, mon ami.

[Lieutenant Perry]

In spite of all our talks, Captain, I don't know exactly what your cause is.

[Apache / Other Characters]

I shall tell you briefly. As you know, Napoleon III has placed Maximilian on the throne of Mexico and has given him military support.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Yes, I know.

[Apache / Other Characters]

It is Napoleon's desire to strengthen Maximilian's position among the people of Mexico, so they will accept him more readily.

[Lieutenant Perry]

I've heard Maximilian has great opposition.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Oui, unfortunately.

[Lieutenant Perry]

But your activity among the Apaches.

[Apache / Other Characters]

What about that, mon ami? The people of your country will think there is just another big uprising of The Indians. What they do not know is that when the settlers here have been terrorized and the few garrisons depleted and weakened in New Mexico, soldiers loyal to Maximilian and trained by Napoleon's officers will move in from the mountain region south of here and take the territory for Mexico.

[Lieutenant Perry]

And you believe such a move will cause the Mexican people to look with favor on the new emperor? Of course, you already know conditions at Fort Newton? Oui.

[Apache / Other Characters]

There are about 50 troopers at the fort. With your help, we shall learn the fort's weaknesses. And at dawn tomorrow, the Apaches will move against it. Now, let us go into the wigwam and discuss the plan of attack with Chief Big Hawk.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Toto. Follow the trail of Lt. Perry and the two Apaches through the foothills. Toto noticed many Indian signs along the way. But he and the masked man managed to reach a ridge overlooking the camp. In the valley without mishap, they pulled to a halt.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

They're Apache Camp Kiyosabi.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Yes. I'll use my field glasses.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

What?

[Toto / Other Characters]

You see, the officer we saw wearing the headband is talking to a man in what seems to be a French officer's uniform.

[Narrator]

That's strange.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Now they're going into the chief's wigwam. The officer we saw must have come from Fort Newton.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Him traitor?

[Narrator]

Maybe.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Yes. There's several hundred braves in that camp tunnel. The troopers must be told about them.

[Apache / Other Characters]

If Apache wants trail to fort, it not easy to get through.

[Toto / Other Characters]

They'll most likely be watching the trail south to the Fort of El Paso too.

[Narrator]

Me not savvy, huh? Fellow from Fort Ride trail without harm from Apache.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Either he's known to them or has something to indicate that he's friendly to them. Maybe he tahlo a beaded headband. That must be it. Don't you have a beaded headband in your saddlebag?

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Yeah, your headband.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Good. If we're right, this should guarantee my safety on the trail to Fort Newton. Tao, you head for El Paso and tell colonel Harris what we've seen. I'll wait at Fort Newton for you.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Adios.

[Narrator]

Adios.

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[Apache / Other Characters]

A three, four hour ride. Get him up, Scott.

[Narrator]

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[Narrator]

Now to continue. After discovering the Apache camp, the Lone Ranger and Toto separated. The Indians started for El Paso while the masked man rode toward Fort Newton wearing the beaded headband. He sighted Apaches on the way, but they let him pass without interference, which he concluded was due to the headband. It was dusk when the sergeant of the guard took the Lone Ranger into the Major's office.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Where are you? I am delighted and relieved to see you, my friend.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Hello, Majority.

[Apache / Other Characters]

The mask, sir.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

This mask man is a good friend.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Sergeant.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

You and the guards believe.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Yes, sir.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

My couriers haven't been able to get through. I don't know how you made it. Sit down, my friend.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Thanks. I know. This headband brought me through safely. I put it into my pocket just before I reached the fort. But I wore it while riding the trail. I saw several Apaches on the way, but they didn't try to stop me.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

A beaded headband, eh? I don't see how you.

[Toto / Other Characters]

I'll discuss it further in a moment, Major. Now tell me, did one of your men leave the fort a while ago?

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Yes, My aide, Lieutenant Perry. I admire his courage. He offered to take a dispatch to Colonel Harris of El Paso.

[Toto / Other Characters]

The lieutenant didn't go to El Paso.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

How do you know? Was he ambushed?

[Toto / Other Characters]

Ah, he's a live major. He wore a beaded headband like this one. Todd and I saw him on the trail.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

I don't understand.

[Toto / Other Characters]

The lieutenant met two Apache braves. They took him to the Apache camp, too.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

To the Apache camp? Then he's a prisoner?

[Toto / Other Characters]

No, sir. Perhaps a traitor, Major.

[Narrator]

The masked man told briefly what he and Tato had seen through the field glasses. He concluded by Saying the fact that

[Toto / Other Characters]

the lieutenant went to the Apache camp today may indicate that time is near for an attack on the fort.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

I'll give orders to be prepared for an attack. Will you stay with us?

[Toto / Other Characters]

I'll be glad to. If Tahoe gets through, the reinforcements may arrive before the attack.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

And if he doesn't get through through, we're done for.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Perhaps. But not without putting up a mighty good fight.

[Narrator]

That evening in the chief's wigwam the French officer, Captain Cabo, was talking to the lieutenant and Chief Big Hawk.

[Apache / Other Characters]

It is settled that we attack the fort at dawn.

[Lieutenant Perry]

I have an idea, captain, that'll make the capture of the fort easy. So.

[Apache / Other Characters]

And just what is the idea, mon ami?

[Lieutenant Perry]

You plan to have the Apaches hidden just over the ridge in front of the fort at dawn?

[Narrator]

Where?

[Lieutenant Perry]

Well, why not let me ride at a gallop down the slope toward the gates of the fort followed by two or three braves shooting arrows over my head. The guards will think I've returned from El Paso that I'm being attacked by a few Indians. They let me inside. And then, monsieur? Then I'll tell the major the Apaches are gathering to attack from behind the fort. When I get the chance, I'll unbolt the gates. The Apaches will attack down the slope from the front and be able to enter immediately.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Wonderful. That is what we will do, Lieutenant.

[Narrator]

During the night, there was great activity inside the fort as settlers straggled in after being warned that an attack was possible and everyone prepared for the expected fight. At dawn, the Lone Ranger and the major stood on the rampart near the big gates watching up the slope to the ridge beyond.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Well, so far there's nothing to indicate an attack is imminent. But if anything is going to happen, it should start soon. The sun's coming up.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

I'm worried about your friend Todo. It seems to me if he got through, the reinforcements would have been here by this time.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Yes, I know. I've tried not to think that he might have been. Look. A rider galloping down the slope toward the fort.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

You Indians are chasing him. That's a lieutenant. Let's get to the gates.

[Narrator]

As the lieutenant approached, the gates were swung open. Three Apaches, keeping out of gun range, turned and raced back up the slope. In a moment, Lt. Perry pulled to a stop inside the fort.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Lt. Perry. I didn't expect you to return, Major.

[Toto / Other Characters]

If those Apaches had really been after you, Lieutenant, they were close enough to have shot you with an arrow.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

This mass man, very friendly. Lieutenant, if this is a trick.

[Apache / Other Characters]

No, not A trick against a fort,

[Lieutenant Perry]

sir, but a trick to get here safely. There are 300 Apaches waiting behind that

[Apache / Other Characters]

ridge in front of the fort. I told the leader, a French officer

[Lieutenant Perry]

working on orders from Napoleon that I'd say they'd attack from behind the fort.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Lieutenant, you were seen in conference with the Apache chief at the Indian camp. I'm inclined to think.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Please, Major, you must believe me. I left here with full intentions of going to El Paso and I was sure I'd get through safely. For reasons I'll explain later.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Some Apaches stopped me on the trail

[Apache / Other Characters]

and forced me to go with them to their camp. This is the only chance I've had to get back to the fort. That's the truth, sir.

[Toto / Other Characters]

I believe him, Major. We saw the Apaches holding guns on him. I suggest you alert the troopers. The attack will come in a moment.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Roger bin for the attack.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Yes, sir.

[Apache / Other Characters]

The Frenchman, Captain Gabo, must be captured, sir. He's very dangerous and he alone controls

[Lieutenant Perry]

the Apaches at this time.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

I hope we can trust you, Lieutenant.

[Toto / Other Characters]

He can be watched closely until we're sure, Major. Meantime, I think he is telling the truth. We'll see it.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

You think they're coming over the ridge?

[Toto / Other Characters]

Have the men hold their fire until the passers are close enough for effective shots.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Hold your fine. Like you the order.

[Narrator]

The Indians swarmed down the slope, heading directly for the gates. When the front ranks were within gun range, the Lone Ranger spoke.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Now, Major.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Open fire.

[Apache / Other Characters]

You see, they didn't expect that volley.

[Lieutenant Perry]

They expected me to open the gates for them.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Look, there's a French officer with a chief.

[Toto / Other Characters]

We must get him.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

You hit him. He fell from his horse.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Have your men coming, Major. Down the leffy out.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Open the gates and let the masked man through.

[Apache / Other Characters]

He'll never make it.

[Narrator]

As the Major and Lieutenant Wasp, the Lone Ranger ran out to where the French captain lay wounded. The men in the fort kept up rapid gunfire as he picked up the wounded man and started back. The Apaches hadn't rallied enough to be within range of him. But it seemed that in another moment he'd fall a victim to their bullets.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Run. Run. He must make it. He must.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Must.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

He can't get back, Major.

[Narrator]

We better close the gate.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Don't touch those gates.

[Narrator]

The two officers and the men watched tensely as the Lone Ranger ran with his heavy burden toward the open gates. Another moment and he'd be inside. Then he stumbled and fell.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

He's done for. We better close the gates before the Apaches come through.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Major Lurk cavalry moving into Both sides.

[Narrator]

As the Lone Ranger fell, he realized death was closed. Having one of his guns, he raised on his elbows and emptied it at the chief had moved within range. At that moment, the Masked Man 2 realized the troopers had arrived.

[Toto / Other Characters]

The cavalry from El Paso. That means t safe.

[Narrator]

The cavalry moved in fast. And the Apaches, now without any leader, seemed to think only of escaping. The major, Lieutenant and some of the troopers ran out through the gates. As the Lone Ranger stood up.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

You ti the Apaches from rescuing the French cavalry. And as she's unconscious, you've got take him inside. Easy fell.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Thank heaven you're safe.

[Narrator]

I me glad to get here in time, Kim.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Thanks, T. We needed this help. We'll go inside and question that French officer when he regains consciousness. Let's go.

[Narrator]

Later, the Major with the Lone Ranger, Toto and the Lieutenant stood beside Captain Cabo's cot.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Well, Captain, your big plans have fallen through. Lieutenant Perry has told us about them.

[Apache / Other Characters]

The lieutenant. He is the traitor who turned against us.

[Toto / Other Characters]

The lieutenant is a man of courage who did his country a big service.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Captain Cabo, you that mask. I do not understand.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Another great man of courage, Captain. In spite of the lieutenant's efforts. Your savages might have succeeded. If it hadn't been for the masked man and his friend.

[Apache / Other Characters]

I am a French officer of Napoleon's army.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

If I know anything about Napoleon iii. He'll deny he knew of your plans, Captain. And leave you in the hands of our government for punishment.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Lieutenant, I owe you an apology for thinking you were a traitor.

[Lieutenant Perry]

I don't blame you for thinking that, sir. I met Captain Cabot in El Paso a month ago. I'd celebrated a little too much and as most soldiers do, was complaining about certain things in the service. He approached me with the idea of throwing in with him. And I let him think I was willing.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Why, you Americans. I do not understand you. You complain loudly about everything, but it mean nothing.

[Toto / Other Characters]

We reserve the right to complain openly about matters, Captain. That's one of the rights freedom gives us. A right people in many other countries don't have. But actions speak louder than words. And the complaining soldiers will fight to preserve that right along with others.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Very true, sir. When I hear my men complaining, I am satisfied. If they're sulking, I know something is radically wrong. Lieutenant, I congratulate you. And I, too, apologize.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Thank you, Major.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Well, Toto, we'll head south this morning. Our work here is done.

[Narrator]

Keep Usabby.

[Toto / Other Characters]

We'll be back someday, Major. Adios, everyone.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Adios, Major. Who is that masked man?

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

A Great American lieutenant. A man who's always willing to risk his life to help his country and to preserve the freedom of its people. He's the Lone Ranger.

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[Narrator]

Listen to the Lone Ranger. Meanwhile, the Lone Ranger and Toto had watched Yank's place from a well concealed camp on a hill within spyglass distance. That night, Yank and Joe were alone in the ranch house. Joe was asking, boss, why'd you let

[Toto / Other Characters]

the other boys go to town again?

[Apache / Other Characters]

I didn't want them around when the outlaws walk into our trap. They'd want a split of the gold.

[Toto / Other Characters]

You figure they'll come tonight?

[Apache / Other Characters]

Yeah. The marshal and the deputy are gone for good. I hope the Lone Ranger will lead him a merry chase so the coast is clear for the gold thieves to come back after the the Morgans.

[Toto / Other Characters]

What will I do?

[Lieutenant Perry]

Guard the corral.

[Apache / Other Characters]

I'll be hiding in here with my gun ready.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Listen, I heard a noise outside. You better blow out the light.

[Apache / Other Characters]

I didn't hear anything.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Did you leave that west window open?

[Apache / Other Characters]

I never opened it.

[Toto / Other Characters]

Well, it's open now.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Freeze your.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Don't. Don't shoot.

[Lieutenant Perry]

Keep them covered, Sid.

[Apache / Other Characters]

I'm climbing in. How you like to swap two Morgans for your life?

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Oscar, Go ahead.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Jimmy takes. Take the horses.

[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

I'm taking your guns first.

[Lieutenant Perry]

There.

[Narrator]

Listen to the Lone Ranger. Brought to you by special recording at this same time. The Lone Ranger, a copyrighted feature of the Lone Ranger Incorporated, is produced by Trendle Campbell Muir Incorporated. The part of the Lone Ranger is played by Brace Beamer. Your announcer, Fred FOY.

[Apache / Other Characters]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

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[Major / Sergeant / Other Male Characters]

Sam.