Trap for a Fur Thief | The Lone Ranger (01-01-41)

Summary

Podcast Summary

Podcast: Old Time Radio Westerns
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode: Trap for a Fur Thief | The Lone Ranger (01-01-41)
Date: November 1, 2025

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Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns revives an action-packed Lone Ranger story originally broadcast in 1941. Focusing on frontier justice and community defense, the narrative centers around the threat of the "Lizard Warriors"—a rogue group of outcast Native Americans led by a ruthless white renegade—who aim to attack the defenseless settlers of Stoney Creek. With the local army post nearly empty and only General Custer remaining under confinement, the Lone Ranger, his companion Tonto, and the settlers must devise a desperate plan to fend off the attack and buy time. Themes of courage, unity, and inventive problem-solving shine as a classic Western drama unfolds.

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Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Threat Emerges (00:54 - 05:29)

• Opening Scene: Lone Ranger and Tonto encounter the Lizard Warriors, a fearsome group formed from outcasts of various tribes known for their brutality.
• Immediate Danger: They spot the band heading toward Stoney Creek, with the ranchers there facing almost certain doom.
• Seeking Help: The Lone Ranger rushes to Fort Johnson to warn General Custer.
  • Notable Dialogue:
    • "Where we go?" (Tonto, 03:24)
    • "We're heading for Fort Johnson. We've got to get the army's help." (Lone Ranger, 03:33)
• Military Unavailability: Custer reveals the fort is nearly empty, with most troops far to the north. He himself is a "prisoner" due to a breach of regulations.
  • Quote:
    • "You mean you haven't men to help the Stoney Creek folks? Less than a score of men were left here. Only enough to put up some show of defense at this fort. But even a half a dozen troopers would help. Half a dozen, yes. But my friend, you can't have a single man. I can't even help you myself. I wish I could, but..." (Custer, 05:42)
• Lone Ranger’s Grit: Deciding to fight alone if necessary, Lone Ranger returns to Stoney Creek with Tonto, pursued by doubt but determined.

2. Settlers Prepare for Battle (08:46 - 11:04)

• Rallying the Ranchers: Lone Ranger warns Jeb Calkins and his wife Maggie of the imminent attack.
• Community Response: Despite fear, Maggie urges the scattered settlers to unite and stand their ground.
  • Quote:
    • “If the women were afraid of danger, we'd never cross the Mississippi River. These are our homes and it's our valley. Let's stay here and fight for our—” (Maggie, 16:49)
• Formulating a Plan:
  • Knowing the invaders’ habits, Lone Ranger devises a trap involving trenches filled with oil to create a barrier of fire at the river pass, the only logical entry for the attack.
  • “We're going to set a trap for the Lizard warriors.” (Lone Ranger, 17:40)

3. Inside the Enemy Camp (11:04 - 18:15)

• Villain’s Motivation: The white renegade rallies the Lizard Warriors with promises of gold, loot, and vengeance. Internal dissent is suppressed with threats.
  • “Every one of you redskins was an outcast from your own people. I picked you up and made you rich. I see to it that you don't tackle more than you can handle.” (Lizard’s Leader, 11:11)
• Tonto Captured: While scouting, Tonto is caught and threatened with death unless he betrays Lone Ranger’s plans. He bravely refuses.
  • Quote:
    • “Lord, me not speak.” (Tonto, 18:15)

4. Custer’s Cunning and Desperate Defenses (19:01 - 25:14)

• Daring Escape: General Custer and a single soldier defy orders and help rescue Tonto, freeing the Indian ponies to cause chaos.
  • “We had to come, me and Joe here. We left the fort and come to help you and the Lone Ranger...” (General Custer, 19:10)
• Fortifying the Ranch: The settlers, under the guidance of the Lone Ranger, dig trenches and fill them with oil in anticipation of a dawn attack.
  • Quote:
    • “By dawn the trenches were finished. The Lone Ranger had instructed all the settlers who stood silent, grim waiting for his command.” (Narrator, 22:36)

5. Battle and The Final Ruse (22:49 - 26:58)

• Dawn Assault: The Lizard Warriors attack at daybreak. The settlers hold fire, then unleash a volley and ignite the oil, raising a wall of flames that causes confusion but doesn’t break the enemy’s resolve.
• Climactic Moment: As the flames die down, the attackers prepare to charge—but the sound of an army bugle and a mass of horses charging down the hillside trick the Lizard Warriors into thinking the full army has arrived.
  • Quote:
    • “Listen... the bugle... What appeared to be the full force of the army charged down the hillside.” (Narrator, 25:26/25:54)
• Victory Secured:
  • The ruse, orchestrated by Custer, works: he used extra horses and a bugler to simulate a charging regiment. The raiders flee in panic, their leader is killed, and Stoney Creek is safe.
  • “He took all of the extra horses from the force, roped them together and led them. He brought a bugler. And the [Lizard Warriors] thought the whole of the army was after him.” (Narrator, 26:24/26:35)

6. Aftermath and Reflections (26:58 - End)

• Triumphant Relief: The settlers celebrate their unlikely victory, recognizing the courage, resourcefulness, and leadership of the Lone Ranger and General Custer.
  • Quote:
    • “Doggone shame there ain't more men like General Custer and a Lone Ranger.” (Jeb Calkins, 26:58)
• Narrator’s Closing Thought:
  • The Lizard Warriors, now leaderless, are expected to be scattered and brought to justice by their own people. The West, for the moment, is safer thanks to quick thinking and teamwork.

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• General Custer’s Honest Frustration:
  • “Why can't they understand that the thing that counts in this country is results? What's the difference what's done to get the results?” (General Custer, 06:00)
• Maggie’s Frontier Resolve:
  • “If the women were afraid of danger, we'd never cross the Mississippi River. These are our homes and it's our valley. Let's stay here and fight for our—” (Maggie, 16:49)
• Lone Ranger’s Leadership:
  • “There's only one logical way for the savages to attack. That's through the river pass.” (Lone Ranger, 17:39)
• Custer’s Brilliant Trick:
  • “He took all of the extra horses from the force, roped them together and led them. He brought a bugler. And the [Lizard Warriors] thought the whole of the army was after him.” (Narrator, 26:24/26:35)
• Respect for Heroism:
  • “Doggone shame there ain't more men like General Custer and a Lone Ranger.” (Jeb Calkins, 26:58)

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Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:54 — Lone Ranger and Tonto scout the Lizard Warriors
• 05:29 — General Custer’s situation at Fort Johnson
• 08:46 — Warning the settlers at Stoney Creek
• 11:02 — Lizard Warrior camp scene & Tonto’s capture
• 17:56 — Settlers dig trenches for the trap
• 19:09 — General Custer and soldier join Tonto's escape
• 22:49 — The climactic battle at dawn
• 25:26 — Army bugle and Custer’s trick save the day
• 26:58 — Victory and reflection

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Conclusion

This episode offers a prime example of golden-era radio Western storytelling, restored to highlight its dramatic tension and engaging characters. With teamwork between settlers, military ingenuity, and the Lone Ranger’s bravery, the community turns a desperate situation into victory—demonstrating the enduring appeal of Western heroics and the power of clever strategy over brute force.

Transcript

[Jeb Calkins]

Foreign.

[Andrew Rines]

Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines, and I'm excited to bring you another episode. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment, you can find more western shows at our website by going to otrwesterns.com now let's get into this episode.

[Narrator]

A fiery horse for the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty Ohio. Silver the Lone Ranger. When Indian rebellions broke out after the Civil War, government troops were sent to the United States. But the officers who commanded them were unfamiliar with Indian methods of warfare. And peace might never have been restored to the frontier if it had not been for the masked rider of the plains. It was his strength and courage, his daring and resourcefulness that made possible the winning of the West. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the thundering hoop beats of the great horse. Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again. The Lone Sil.

[Jeb Calkins]

We're heading for the Big Horn. It's going to be Pebble I S.

[Narrator]

The Lone Ranger and Tonto were riding down the Big Horn trail early one morning when their keen ears detected the sound of hoofbeats in the distance. Horsemen coming, fellows. Draw back behind the rocks until we see who it is. Ah, ground's so rocky that a hoof prince won't show Far prior. They're just coming around the bend. They're Indians, sir. Many Braves. About 40 of them. A tribe of. They came of Sabi. What's the matter? Them bad engines. Different from any tribe I've ever seen wearing war paint. Them different paint makes their bodies and faces grotesque. Who are they? Them Lizard Warrior. The warriors of the Lizard. The outlaw Indians. So vicious that their own tribes turned them away. Them from many tribes. They formed a new tribe of their own. Make war party. Them kill, burn, steal. Wherever they go, there's trouble. That's right. Even the other Indians seek to capture them and stop their crimes. Lizard Warrior Bad Madison. In the direction they're going, there's only one place for them to attack. That Stony Creek. And against those murderers, the ranchers of Stoney Creek won't have a chance. Where we go. We're heading for Fort Johnson. We've got to get the army's help. Lizard Warrior make big medicine for them tanks that give time for soldier get there. That's what I've counted on. While they're holding their council, we'll get the soldiers that good. Hit em up, scout. I'll kill my. Halt. Where you Are. Who are you? Who goes there? Friends of General Custer. Open the gate for me. The general's not seeing anybody. The general will see me. Tell him to speak from where you are. The general's not as. Hey there. Guard. Let me speak. I heard that voice. Is that you, General Custer?

[Jeb Calkins]

Yes.

[Narrator]

Opening gates. Yes, sir. Come on, sir. I thought you'd be on that wine horse. It's been a long time since we met General Custer. You need it badly. The lizard warriors are riding towards Stony Creek. You know what that means? Lizards. You sure? Not when I saw them. Bad, that is bad. How many ranchers are there at Stoney Creek? Not nearly enough to offer resistance. They'll be wiped out in no time. Lizard warriors. The way they operate, the folks who die will be lucky. I know it. That's why it's harder. When I rode directly here, he said once before that I could depend upon you. You could then, but hang it all. Friend, look inside this fort. Look around here. What do you see? Not much of anything. Why? That's the point. Our troopers are out now. Out? General Black took them north toward Little Bighorn. Blackfeet up there raising hob again. Sooner or later we'll have a real argument with them. You mean you haven't men to help the Stony Creek folks? Less than a score of men were left here. Only enough to put up some show of defense at this fort. But even a half a dozen troopers would help. Half a dozen, yes. But my friend, you can't have a single man. I can't even help you myself. I wish I could, but General Custer. Black left me here under guard. I'm a prisoner. You? Yes. Me, a general, A prisoner in my own fort. But I can hardly. Don't try to understand it, friend. I'm guilty of an infraction of the rules. So I'm being punished. Rules? Oh, gone. Rules and regulations. Why can't they understand that the thing that counts in this country is results? What's the difference what's done to get the results? I understand, General. Custody warriors. I wish you'd attack us here at the fort. How? I'd like to get a crack at them. I'd be almost willing to fight them single handed. That's practically what'll have to be done. A few men at Stoney Creek won't be able to put up much of a fight. Look, try and turn the lizards this way. Try and make them attack this fort instead of Stony Creek. They know better than to attack the fort their leaders cut. Their leader's the one I'D like to know more about. Why must I stay here prisoner, helpless? The confounded way fate operates. I'd better get along. General Custer. As long as you can't help us, we'll have to find some other way. What do you do? Head for Stony Creek. You won't fight him alone. And Toddo's with me. But the two of you are a few men at Stoney Creek. But it's suicide. You'll be massacred along with the others. At least we can get some of the Lizard warriors before they get us. You can. You're too valuable to the West. Why are you going to fight this? Hopeless. You'd be in it if you could, General. Yes, I suppose I would. But you're. General Black does return before it's too late. You can tell him. He won't be back. Not for a week at least. Then there's little you can do. Little? You mean there is something I can do? I don't know what it would be. Perhaps I should have said there's nothing you can do. Goodbye, General Custer. Come Tunder hires hill.

[Jeb Calkins]

The Hawaii.

[Narrator]

Look at him. Look at that Lone Ranger ride. Why can't a man like that have the help he needs? He said there was little I could do. Then, sir. He said there was nothing you could do. That man said little first. He meant a lot of something I could do. He don't waste words. What was he thinking of? You're a prisoner, sir. Oh, shut up. Don't I know I'm a prisoner? Now, what did the Lone Ranger have in mind? Something I know, I wonder. Leaving the fort behind, the masked man and Tonto rode hard to reach Stoney Creek. There they reined up in front of Jeb Calkin's home.

[Jeb Calkins]

It's the Lone Ranger. It's Maggie. Maggie, come out and see who's here.

[Narrator]

Jeb, I came to warn you. There's trouble coming soon.

[Jeb Calkins]

My six alive. It's you again. I'm that glad to see you. Enchant yours.

[Narrator]

Well, hello, Maggie. I came with bad news.

[Jeb Calkins]

Yes, what's wrong?

[Narrator]

The Lizard warriors are heading here. As soon as they've made their preparations, I think they'll attack the army. We got to get to the army post for help. All the soldiers are north. That little Bighorn. Then we are on a fix. What can we do? Round up all the ranchers, bring them here to your place. I'll get them. But what we can do to stop them fellas? I don't know.

[Jeb Calkins]

Son, you know we ain't got a chance.

[Narrator]

Against them lizards, we'll have to plan a way to trap them.

[Jeb Calkins]

Oh, I've been dreading if they'd get here sooner or later. We thought the army'd be here when the time comes.

[Narrator]

The warriors will spend tonight dancing in the hills and attack at dawn. That's their custom. It'll give us time to do what we can.

[Jeb Calkins]

Hurry up. Tower.

[Narrator]

Tata, will you ride into the hills and scout the warriors? Get as near as you can and learn their plans. Hunter. Do that. Get back and report before the moon rises. Get him up.

[Jeb Calkins]

Scout. Look at Tonto Treble. Oh, ain't he going into danger?

[Narrator]

Tyler's used to danger. At least we're warned. I don't suppose there's much we can do. Scattered as you are, there isn't a thing you can do. If you will get everyone together, you can make a stand for a time. I'll do that, all right.

[Jeb Calkins]

Just a handful of us. When we're all together, we'll try to.

[Narrator]

Find some way to beat the lizards. A scheme. And don't pin too much faith on my scheme, Jeb. We were dealing with Indians. It might work. But I think if we was dealing with Indians, Shakes alive. What do you call them?

[Jeb Calkins]

Lizards think they red skin.

[Narrator]

I have an idea, Maggie, that they're led by a white renegade. Is that so? And he won't be fooled by the things that might fool an Indian leader. All we can do is our best. We will do that. I'll get my horse and go after the men right away. The Lone Ranger was right. The leader of the savages was a white man. One of the worst renegades in the entire West. He knew that to keep his murderous band together was necessary to maintain the old traditions of the war dance and arouse them to a frenzy. Before making an attack in a basin not far from Stoney Creek, he shouted encouragement to the painted redskins. Oh, George, dance yourselves crazy.

[Jeb Calkins]

There's gold and silver and cash for you.

[Narrator]

You'll be glad before you turn that.

[Jeb Calkins]

You listen to me.

[Narrator]

Great lizards. Well, Crow, what's the matter? You leader of bands? I am the leader. Want any argument about it? Many think we make mistake. What think white settler poor no use go there. They think that, huh? Where'd they like to go? Big Horn. Big Horn. Meet the whole of the army and get killed off, huh? Why, you loco crazy. Now listen to me, Crow. Where'd the redskins get the idea going to Little Big Horn? Me nothing. Don't lie to me. You gave him that idea. Now listen, you double crossing fool. You Were slated to be killed by your own trade. Who saved your neck? I did. You take orders from me the same as the others. And like it. Don't let your ambitions run away with you. Every one of you redskins was an outcast from your own people. I picked you up and made you rich. I let you drink fire water. I see to it that you don't tackle more than you can handle. Indian think you sometime make mistakes? When I make a mistake, I don't hanker to hear about it. We've been stirring up a little rebellion around our outfit, Crow, and I won't stand for it. Just you stay in line, or I'll let your tribe have your back. Great lizard. Well, what's on your mind? When make attack? It's more like it. You staying in line, Crow? Me do what you say. All right. And here's a plan. Stay here till dawn. And at dawn we start out good. We head for the valley in the river past. Then take the ranches as we shove along. We'll take what prisoners we think will be interesting. Whatever looks worth taking. Then fire the buildings and kill off the settlers. There ain't enough branches to hinder us none. You'll have plenty of prisoners to torture. It's a good thing to take along a couple of prisoners and let the other folks in this part of the country see what happens when folks try to resist a lizard Redskin. No. Soldiers stop soldiers. Ah, they won't end it. Soldier fort near here. The soldiers fort's near here, but the soldiers ain't. They're way north of here. What's that? Trouble find stranger. What's that? You say they found a stranger this way? Who would come here not know? Whoever it is with he's made. Dawson sorry. You see? Yeah. Another engine. Him hide behind bush.

[Jeb Calkins]

All right, quiet down.

[Narrator]

Bring that engine here to me. Fetch him scout. Him spy. What was you doing hiding in the bushes? Him not speak. I'll handle this. What's your name? Me? Tonto. Tonto. Any of you braves know him? Not? No. So you were spying on it? Yeah. He's just a dumb. Wait a minute. Say your name's Tonto. That's right. I know who you are. Where's your friend? Where's a fella that wears a mask and rides the big white horse engine? Make him talk. Ain't no need. This engine being here means just one thing. What great lizard mean? The Lone Ranger's helping the ranchers at Stoney Creek. Somehow he got wind of what we're gonna do. Red throw we'll teach that Lone Ranger to mix in our plans. Unless his friend Tano starts talking, we'll burn him at the stat. The curtain falls on the first act of our Lone Ranger story. Before the next exciting scenes. Please permit us to pause for just a few moments.

[Jeb Calkins]

Ram.

[Narrator]

Now to continue our story. As the dreaded lizard warriors prepared to force Tonto to reveal the Lone Rangers plans, the ranchers gathered in the valley, Jeb Calkins warned them of their danger.

[Jeb Calkins]

So you can see what we're up against. The warriors of the Lizard.

[Narrator]

Them ease in his poison the washed ever. And we can't count on help from the army. All the troops are far in the north. When they gonna attack? Usually they attack at dawn. Then I'm loading my family into the wagon and getting out of here. That way you won't have a chance. We've got to stick together and work together. We're going to beat them. There ain't time now to get to the fort anyway. I don't know about the others, but I'm thinking of my women folks. I ain't going to let them race the next stop.

[Jeb Calkins]

A minute, Sam. Listen to me. Oh, this meeting's supposed to be for the men, but we women got a stake in this thing, too. I know this masked fellow and I know that what he says is best. If you fellas all split up, you're just handing them savages a lot of new scalps to hang on their belts. I say stick together and do as al raise your sage with the danger. Just seeing danger, huh? If the women were afraid of danger, we'd never cross the Mississippi River. These are our homes and it's our valley. Let's stay here and fight for our. Are you fellas with Maggie?

[Narrator]

Well, then I'm sicken too. You got an idea, stranger? I have a plan that may work. There's only one logical way for the savages to attack. That's through the river pass. Yeah?

[Jeb Calkins]

What you got in mind?

[Narrator]

How many barrels of oil can we collect? About a dozen. Wine. Get your digging tools in the oil and return here as fast as you can. We're going to set a trap for the lizard warriors. All right. By that time, Collie should be back with the information he has. He's up there listening to the power. I sure wouldn't want to be in his boots.

[Jeb Calkins]

Come on, fellers. Let's get going.

[Narrator]

I'm giving you the last chance, Tono. You talk or you'll be thrown in that fire instead of the next. Lord, me not speak. I'm not only giving you the chance to live but I'm giving you the chance to join up with us and get rich. Well, what are you laughing at, you plenty big fool? There. Now, look here. It ain't much I'm asking. Only tell me where the Lone Ranger is and what he's scheming to do. You fool. All right, that's enough. Throw him on the. What's that? Stay him on a horse. Horse all get loose. Get them horses.

[Jeb Calkins]

How'd they get loose?

[Narrator]

Ropes.

[Jeb Calkins]

Get them herded. Get them. You red skins.

[Narrator]

Get your horses.

[Jeb Calkins]

Stop that. Shoot. This way.

[Narrator]

You.

[Jeb Calkins]

General. Come on, get your horse. Take it.

[Narrator]

Get going.

[Jeb Calkins]

Get up.

[Narrator]

Get up. We had to come, me and Joe here. We left the fort and come to help you and the Lone Ranger. I had an idea you saved Tonto's life. Tonto thank General Custer. You heard the war dancing, Tonto. I cut the ropes with all the Indian ponies loose to make a big hullabaloo. You see them naked critters hopping after the horses? I couldn't stay a prisoner in the fort with you and the Ranger and the Stony Creek folks fighting them outlaws. You not fetch army? Nope, just me and Joe. That's all. But I had an idea that might help. Lone Ranger got scheme too. Him pride. Scheme not work. Maybe there's a way we can put his scheme and my scheme together. I came with just one soldier, but I brought more than that, general. You missed the Lizard when you shot at him. You knew that, didn't you? There wasn't time for shooting their camp. We'll get another crack at the Lizard. Tonto and the general separated just before they reached Stony Creek. Tonto rode on to meet the Lone Ranger. We come. General Custer help Tonto. Custer, Lizard tribe Catch Tonto, put him to stake. And General Custer saved you? That rice hunter got plenty to tell. What are the Lizard's plans? Tartus Them come this way through River Pass. Just what we figured. Them plan, raid, ranch always. He won't find any righteous to raid till he gets here. This is the first one he'll come to. All of the settlers have gathered here. Then big trench? Yes. We'll fill the trench with oil and set up a wall of fire. When the savages get close, that'll stop them. For the time being, at least. Tanto tell Custer that. Where's the general now? Him go back. Short way. Him got planned too. How many men are with him? One soldier. Just one, huh? Much help from that source. We'll certainly have to hope that the Fire will frighten the horses of the Lizard men so badly that they'll bolt. If the leader were an Indian, he might be frightened. But not that white man. And what he'll do, I'm afraid, Tanto, he'll simply call his men together and wait for the fire to burn down. What did Custer say about us? Him say same thing. That there's nothing else we can do. Maybe. Maybe we help settler jig. Yes, we can do that.

[Jeb Calkins]

We're ready with this section, mister.

[Narrator]

Now what? Fill it with the oils. We haven't much time. I'll give you a hand with it.

[Jeb Calkins]

Smashing the head of that barrel.

[Narrator]

I'll tip it into the trench.

[Jeb Calkins]

Gara sure is send her.

[Narrator]

An awful sinful waste of good first.

[Jeb Calkins]

Rate coal oil there.

[Narrator]

Enough oil there to light my lamps for 10 years.

[Jeb Calkins]

Sight of good it'll do if you ain't here tomorrow night. You need coal oil for your lamps.

[Narrator]

The men of the next section of that trench. Pretty well finished. Yeah.

[Jeb Calkins]

Hurry up there, boys. Throw that shirt out. We ain't got much time.

[Narrator]

When you figure out they'll start attacking lizards. Say daybreak.

[Jeb Calkins]

Daybreak.

[Narrator]

That ain't far off now.

[Jeb Calkins]

Good job. Watch that. All the guns we got. I got one pistol. I'll carry it and keep it alongside me during the break. That's a good idea.

[Narrator]

Maybe.

[Jeb Calkins]

Lord, you do the shooting. I've told the other women to do the same for their men. That's all there is, is a barrel of oil.

[Narrator]

That'll do for this trench. Now let's get to the others.

[Jeb Calkins]

Hurry up, men. Get your barrel.

[Narrator]

By dawn the trenches were finished. The Lone Ranger had instructed all the settlers who stood silent, grim waiting for his command. Coming now.

[Jeb Calkins]

This is a cube.

[Narrator]

Steady. Don't fire till they're close enough to make shooting worthwhile. The men will all wait for me to fire the first shot.

[Jeb Calkins]

Savages are shooting. I can't see the Lizard. No place he'll likely stay in back where it's safe.

[Narrator]

All right, Jeb. Fire. Painted savage horde raced toward the small band of pioneers. The first volley from the white men sent a dozen spilling from the saddles. But the rest charged on. Then the Lone Ranger's voice rang out. Now it's horses.

[Jeb Calkins]

The torches, boys. Light the oil.

[Narrator]

Torches flared through the air as they were tossed into the oil filled treasures. Flames shot wall of fire that leaped up between the Lizard warriors and the white settlers frightened the Indian ponies. For a moment it looked as if there might be around. But the Lizard tried.

[Jeb Calkins]

Hold your horses. Keep them Controlled action Tricking. It won't last that paint. Rightly Y. Keep firing in an X. I know that trick. Just hold your position and we'll charge as soon as the planes die down. Keep shooting.

[Narrator]

Ain't no use, mister. They ain't running like what we figured. No, they're not Lizard. No trick. Just beyond that fire.

[Jeb Calkins]

They'll wait there and then close in when the fires died down. How long can that oil last? Not long.

[Narrator]

Maggie. Wait. Maybe we get help in minutes. Are you sure of what the general said? Huh? Custer got schemed. It's up to Custer then. What's that about Custer? Jeb, we aren't beaten yet. We still have one card to play.

[Jeb Calkins]

Then you better play it quick. That fire is burning down.

[Narrator]

Now. Fire's getting lower now. Soon we shout. We want plenty Whiskey. You'll have all the whiskey can drink as soon as you wipe out them settlers there. Pony, you sure, Soldier? North. I told you they was in the north. Soldier. Steel. Plato.

[Jeb Calkins]

Two men.

[Narrator]

Well, what's two men size? Ain't around here nowheres.

[Jeb Calkins]

Look, the flames are going down. Get ready, men. Get ready for the charge. An army bugle Soldier.

[Narrator]

Come.

[Jeb Calkins]

Listen. Betray. Oh, wait. Listen. Betray.

[Narrator]

What appeared to be the full force of the army charged down the hillside. And the clarion tones bugle sounded defiantly. The Lizard's men, believing the odds to be overwhelming against them, fired one more volley, then turned and raced for safety.

[Jeb Calkins]

They're leaving. They're clearing out. Look. They're gone. And left it great shakes alive. They shot the Lizard too. They got the Lizard.

[Narrator]

It's a better end than he deserves.

[Jeb Calkins]

Has General Costa gone completely local? Look, look. Can you see them horses?

[Narrator]

Yes. Maggie. There are no soldiers on the horses. You mean to say this is a hard man to be, Jeb? He took all of the extra horses from the force, roped them together and led them. He brought a bugler.

[Jeb Calkins]

And the Rkans thought the whole of the army was after him.

[Narrator]

That's the way it seems, boys.

[Jeb Calkins]

We're saved.

[Narrator]

By the time the Lizard warriors get ready to attack again, the soldiers will be back from the north. I think without the Lizard to lead them, the savages will soon break up. That'll be the end of them. Their own people will seek them out and punish them.

[Jeb Calkins]

Doggone shame there ain't more men like General Custer and a Lone Ranger. I'll tell my Hawaiian.

[Narrator]

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