
Original Air Date: April 05, 1950 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: The Lone Ranger Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: Writer: Producer: Music: Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK
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Foreign.
Andrew Rines
Welcome to the Old Time Radio Westerns. I'm your host, Andrew Rines and I'm excited to bring you another episode absolutely free. This is one of over 80 episodes released monthly for your enjoyment. Now let's get into this episode.
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A piry horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty hyo.
Lone Ranger
Silver the Lone Ranger.
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Lone Ranger
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Lucy Lynn
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Narrator
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Lucy Lynn
There he goes.
Narrator
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Yes, it's a fact.
Lone Ranger
Cheerios does give you real go power.
Narrator
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Lone Ranger
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Narrator
So tomorrow morning and every morning, start the day right with a Cheerios breakfast.
Lone Ranger
Then you'll hear people say he's stealing his Cheerios.
Narrator
With his faithful Indian companion, Tle, 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 swirling days of yesteryear. From out of the past come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse Silver.
Lone Ranger
The Lone Ranger rides the dan.
Tonto
Come on, Silver.
Lone Ranger
Let's go, big fellow.
Tonto
I am.
Lone Ranger
Silver. Away.
Narrator
Foreign.
Was not the raw bone, strong chin type of woman that came to mind when one spoke of a frontier wife and mother in the Far West. To the contrary, Amanda was a short, rather plump woman with fair skin and delicate features who men instinctively felt needed protection and care from the rougher things in life. Gruff, six foot, Hiram Lynn had that same feeling at first. But years of marriage had proved to him that appearances were deceiving. At 12 years of age, Lucy showed many of her mother's traits. He too had a fearlessness and inward strength that belied her delicate appearance. One morning, Hiram noticed at breakfast that Lucy was eating Hastily, he spoke to her gruffly.
Lone Ranger
I'll see. Here, Lucy.
Tonto
Take your time. No reason to gulp your fiddles down like that.
Narrator
But I have to hurry, Daddy. I'm going to ride over the roundup with Cactus. He said I could.
Lone Ranger
You're not going to do any such things, have he? Those cattle get out of hand, it'll be downright dangerous.
Narrator
No, sir.
Tonto
You're staying right here.
Lucy Lynn
Stay tired. And the way you carry on. You think Cactus is going to take Lucy to watch a bunch of Indians on the war path? You know Lucy's used to riding with a cattle on.
Narrator
Sure, but it's different when they.
Lucy Lynn
You have to admit that Cactus is mighty careful about Lucy when she's with it.
Lone Ranger
Of course I admit it, Amanda, but I.
Lucy Lynn
And that means that you really have no objections to the child going with him this morning.
Narrator
Oh, darling Daisy, I knew you didn't about telling me I couldn't go. I have to hurry or catch us to leave without me. I know it'll be lots of fun.
Lone Ranger
Now hold on, Lucy. When I said.
Lucy Lynn
I'll sit down and finish your breakfast, Cat. Just a look after Lucy. So don't worry.
Narrator
Half an hour later, Cactus, the ranch foreman, and Lucy moved along one side of a wide, fertile valley where the cattle were being gathered into a large herd by the ranch.
Lone Ranger
Pennsylvania. Now, look, really, I have to get out there and keep them local waddies in hand.
Narrator
I'm not afraid, Cassie. I'll wait.
Lone Ranger
No, not here you won't. I want you to ride up this slope to that cottonwood grove down there. You can see the whole valley from up there, so you won't miss n a thing. I'll come up there for you later.
Narrator
All right. Get up there.
Get up. Lucy rode up the slope while Cactus went to join the roundups. Lucy. Seeing a grove on the top of the slope, Lucy stopped and dismounted. Her horse moved back through the grove, nibbling at the undergrowth. Suddenly, she heard a snort and squealed.
Billy, what's the matter? Billy, come back. Come here, Billy.
But Billy, frightened by a reptile, galloped back through the grove without heeding her cries. Lucy, intent upon catching her horse, followed first running as fast as she could, then as her wind gave out, continuing to walk in the direction he had gone. Finally, she came to a halt on the rim of a large gully. A small herd of cattle moved along the bottom of the gully, and Lucy sighed with relief as she saw a man wearing a sombrero riding in front of them.
And there's one of the Men. Or maybe they seem good.
Just as he started to call out, she gasped with surprise as she looked at the horsemen riding behind the cattle.
Three of them. They must be stealing some of our cattle. Well, I've got to go back and talk, Captain.
As Lucy turned, her eyes widened and she clasped her hand over her mouth to stifle the gasp of flight that welled in her throat. A painted and feathered Indian stood staring at her with a tomahawk raised suggestively.
Indian Brave
Little squaw not make noise. Go down path into gully.
Narrator
Amanda Lynn's sperm training and the traits she had passed on to her little daughter were evident as Lucy, without a sound, walked in the direction the Indian pointed and started down a path into the gully with her savage captor close behind. As they went down the path, the Indian suddenly gave as a signal the wailing howl of a coyote. When they reached the bottom of the gully, the others had left the herd and were waiting.
Indian Brave
Little squaw watch from rim of gully. It's not good what you do here alone, little girl.
Narrator
My horse ran away and I followed him. D. You're an Indian, too. And you're cheating my father's cattle. I just know you are.
Indian Brave
You belong Lind spread.
Narrator
Yes. My father owns you. Daddy and Cactus will be awful men when they find out you sold cattle.
Indian Brave
You plenty brave. Small score not good. You tell father we take you Indian village, talk with big chief.
Narrator
No. No, I want to go home.
Indian Brave
Me call dream. Me take you on horse. You come village.
Narrator
That afternoon in the hills, the Lone Ranger and cattle were busy in their temporary camp, mending and polishing their riding gear. But the Lone Ranger was saying there's.
Tonto
Been a lot of cattle rustling in this southwest territory. Carlo. So far, no one has been able to tail with these.
Indian Brave
No?
Tonto
Remember the report the padre had from your friend Chief Thundercloud?
Indian Brave
Ah. Chief Thundercloud sent message that Chief Blackhawk.
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Break away from time. Him take small band brave right way. Three moon go.
Tonto
Wouldn't surprise me to find out that Blackhawk and his braves were responsible for all the rusting that's been going on.
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Over.
Tonto
Here's something warning us.
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He looks down toward trail.
Tonto
I hear them now. One horse upright there.
Cactus
They see him.
Indian Brave
The horse was our rider.
Cactus
Go get him.
Lone Ranger
Get him up.
Narrator
A few minutes later, Tahoe returned, leading Lucy's riderless horse.
Tonto
Did you catch sight of anyone on foot?
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T. No. I mean, look not see anyone.
Tonto
The rider may have been hurt. We backtrack the horse's tail and try to find the owner.
Narrator
Here's.
Tonto
The other horse along. Toto let go easy.
Narrator
Lucy's horse had cut down the slope some distance from the gully to which he had wandered so that when backtracking his trail, the Lone Ranger and Toto didn't catch sight of the trail left by the rustled cattle. Meantime, Cactus and a few of the men who were ready to go back to the bunk house rode up the slope from the valley to meet Lucy. As they approached the grove, Cactus spoke uneasily.
Lone Ranger
That's funny. I don't see loose anywhere. We'll search around and see if we can find her or at least pick up a trail.
Narrator
As the small group rode up the slope toward the grove, the Lone Ranger and Tottle entered the cottonwood from the other side, leading Lucy's horse. As they approached the spot from which the horse had bolted, Cactus and the others came over the rise. A short distance away, the masked man and Indian were looking at the ground as they rode so that in spite of a warning whinny from the great horse, Silver, Cactus and the others had already seen them and rode toward them with drawn guns.
Lone Ranger
By thunder, they've got Lucy's horse. Where's the little girl? Mister, if you don't speak up fast, I'll drill you right now.
Narrator
We'll continue our Lone Ranger adventure in just a moment.
Lone Ranger
How about your family? Do you all like different cereals for breakfast?
Narrator
Here's a suggestion.
Cactus
Take a pack of cereals. Pick a pack of tricks. Pick a pack of chips. Pick a pack of chips. And we too decide to duck to you with the very pack of Pick a Pack package.
Lone Ranger
It's Pick a Pack. The all family cereal package with the easy opening top and inside individual servings of five wonderful cereals. Wheaties Breakfast of Champions. Cheerios. The cereal shaped like Little O's new high Prof. Kick. Food for Action. Sugar Jack Triple treat of sugar, Oats and wheat. And 6. The fruit flavored gay color cereal. Five delicious favorites, all in individual packs that feel in precious.
Narrator
Easy to open, easy to dispose of. Next time, send a bag of Cheerios.
Cactus
Get the pack of six. Take a pack of Jets, Pick a pack of Kicks. And we too determine. Up to you with the very charger. Take a pack package.
Narrator
Now, to continue taking the drawn guns in the hands of Cactus and the horse men with him, the Lone Ranger realized that he and Taho were in immediate danger. As he hesitated, Cactus repeated.
Lone Ranger
I said speak up fast or get a bullet. Now, where's the girl?
Tonto
We know nothing about the girl you mentioned she's lying.
Lone Ranger
T is making better yet, we'll drill a bomb, then we'll backtrack on till we find a lone range.
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Signaled Silver with a slight movement of his heels. The intelligent horse suddenly slang forward shoving right into the group with two spears, raring and kicking at the other horses and sending them into a frenzy turmoil. For a moment, Texas and the others fought to control their frightened horses as they bucked and whirled to escape the nipping teeth and sharp raking hoops of the great white stallion. When the men again turned their attention to the max manned Indian, they found themselves staring at a double brace of guns.
Tonto
Up your guns, all of you.
Narrator
Now.
Tonto
Drop those guns, Puddle.
Lone Ranger
Oh, God, he's too fast for his boys.
Tonto
You won't listen to exclamations about my mask. But I repeat, we're not outlaws. We know nothing about the girl who rode that horse over there. Let's get going, fellow.
Lone Ranger
Now, come on, get your gun quick and we'll trail those two. And the next time we'll shoot on side.
Narrator
Cactus and three of the men started trailing the Lone Ranger and Toto while the cowboy whose hand had been nicked by the masked man's bullet went to the ranch house. Hiram Lynn had just dismounted at the corral when the cowboy rode in and told him what had happened.
Lone Ranger
I thunder. I knew something would happen. I knew it. Now, you go in the house to get your hand fixed. I'll round up the rest of men and follow after Cactus and the others. Right. I'll find that mask combably make you tell what he knows about Lucy if I have to play him alive to do it. Him and that inning with him are clever and quick. Well, they won't be when we get done with them.
Lucy Lynn
All right.
Lone Ranger
First you men follow me.
Narrator
A few minutes later, the cowboy related the story to Mrs. Lynn as she bandaged his hand. Amanda, in her calm and determined way, left the ranch house and rode to the grove where Lucy had been last seen. Deciding to try to trail her little girl, the Lone Ranger and Toto, having used clever means to cover their trail, headed back to the grove. When they were sure they had lost their pursuers, they came upon Amanda suddenly. But to their surprise, she showed no fear as they pulled to a stop before her.
Tonto
We've come to help. Please don't be afraid of us.
Lucy Lynn
I'm not afraid. And if you come to help, I'll be grateful.
Tonto
Masman, we're not outlaws, as the men from the Lynn ranch seem to think.
Lucy Lynn
I'm Amanda, Hiram Lynn's wife. I've been thinking about the men. Nikki are here.
Narrator
Yes.
Lucy Lynn
Well, it struck me that you wouldn't come back here bringing Lucy's horse if you'd been the cause of her disappearance. Men just don't stop to think sometimes.
Tonto
I admire your courage and your reasoning, Mrs. Lynn. Believe me, we'd like nothing better than to find your daughter for you. That's why we've come back again.
Lucy Lynn
I believe you, but there's danger. Hiram and Texas and the others are following material.
Tonto
I hope we've covered our tail.
Lucy Lynn
I see. Well, I found some el. Foot marks.
Tonto
Good. I don't know. I'll follow them.
Lone Ranger
Everything going with you?
Lucy Lynn
Shall we get started now?
Tonto
Why, of course. Come on.
Lone Ranger
Come up.
Narrator
Once they picked up the trail, it was a simple matter for the Lone Ranger and Toto to follow it. When they reached the gully, Tottle pointed out where Lucy had been put on a horse. Toto walked away a short distance, then returned to report.
Tonto
What did you find, Toto?
Narrator
A small herd of cattle go through Delhi and driven by Indians and see mark Indian ponies.
Lucy Lynn
What do you suppose you'll do?
Tonto
Keep up your courage, Mrs. Lynn.
Narrator
I'm sure we'll find Lucy unharmed.
Tonto
Would you be willing now to go back because you're.
Lucy Lynn
You're afraid of what we might really find. Is Eddie.
Narrator
Oh, no.
Tonto
You can help by going back and finding your husband and the men. Have them follow the tail after the herd. We'll go ahead and find the hidden village.
Lucy Lynn
All right, I'll go.
Tonto
Good. Tell them to hurry. We'll need their help. And don't worry, Mrs. Lynn. Try to find the men quickly.
Lone Ranger
Adios.
Lucy Lynn
Goodbye.
Narrator
Get out there.
Tonto
That pale looking woman has more courage than most men. P let's hurry. There's no time to lose. Lucy isn't as safe as I tried to make her mother believe.
Narrator
Black Hawk and his band consisting of 10 braids had put up wigwams in a secluded hollow far back in the hills. The wigwams were in a large circle, and in one of them, Lucy lay with her hands and feet tied. The little girl had tried to be brave, but as dust began to fall, she finally gave way to stifled sobbing.
I want these.
Toto knew the tricks of Indians. He and the Lone Ranger had been able to follow the cattle in spite of Breed's efforts to throw off pursuit. They finally located the village and stopped. As the two men stood looking over the village, Kato pointed out that because it was a marauding band of Indians, there were no dogs with them, thus safeguarding their Approach against detection. They noted that about eight braves were gathered near a campfire in some sort of powwow. While a single brave at each end of the hollow acted as guards. The Lone Ranger counted 10 in all. Finally he outlined a plan.
I don't know. There are six wigwams. Next pencil. No one seems to be guarding them. 3. You take the other three. The shadows are just deep enough to help us. Keep up your hangy's wigwam. Make a small hole with your knife. You can look in at your circle. You see the girl. Lift the back of the Rig 1 and bring her out.
In the wigwam. Lucy. Chapter as the leering face of Breed looked in.
Indian Brave
He's plenty angry with Small Claw.
Narrator
Please ask him to let me go. Lady.
Indian Brave
Him say it not good. Let you go. Him say maybe make trade with the package. Get good horse with squash play.
Narrator
No. No. I want to go home.
Indian Brave
You not go home. Keith. Blackhawk broken. Here's not. Help me go now.
Narrator
Please stop. I tried to be free. Don't let them take you away. Don't let them come to help you. Who are you.
In the back of the regime? Never mind that. I'll take you back home. Take my honey. Look out front.
Tonto
They've caught him. They've caught my friend. They seem to help you.
Narrator
I look. Looking closer.
Go see the strip back there.
Tonto
Going straight back to the woods.
Narrator
There's a big cottonwood tree there behind it. To wait and don't be afraid.
I won't.
The Lone Ranger waited inside the wigwam. As he peered through the front opening. He grabbed his guns, ready for instant action. He saw Toto surrounded by Blackhawk's braves. Blackhawk was speaking. The Lone Ranger saw the group move back as two braves sprang forward, each grasping one of Toto's arms, holding them straight out in a bite like grip. They turned tuttle so that his profile was visible from the wigwam. Then the chief drew a knife and held it high. As he stood in front of the masked man's friend. The Lone Ranger knew the time had come to act. The chief stood facing tle with his side toward the. The Lone Ranger realized he and Tonto were two against the Chief and 10 Braves. But as the knife darted downward, the Lone Ranger fired and the masked figure, ready to die fighting to save his friends, sprang forward, both guns blazing. But at that moment, a welcome song came to the ears of the masked man and his Indian friend. Hiram Lynn, leading 20 or more men.
Lone Ranger
Galloped into the village with guns in action.
Narrator
Within a short time, the fight was over, and Blackhawk and his 10 Braves were thoroughly cowed.
Lone Ranger
By thunder. I could see you heading right into that yelping band of savages as we rode into the village. You sure got a lot of courage.
Tonto
Courage, Mrs. Thanks. Couldn't have held on long.
Lone Ranger
Here she is. Right where you said, miss.
Narrator
For the masked man saved me. You were going to make me be a slave with the apostles.
Lone Ranger
Heaven forbid. Here comes Amanda. She was waiting on the edge of the wood.
Tonto
Yeah, she takes after her mom.
Narrator
Amanda told us about you and the Indian.
Tonto
Tado, Mr. Sorry for causing trouble. Thanks for finding Lucy in the cabin. Well, that's all right. Frankly, you're lucky to have a woman like Mrs. Lynn as your wife. Women like her have given men the courage and fortitude to come west and stay here. We'll go now. Guide these Indians. We'll notify the troopers. Come after them. All right. Let's go, Toto. Adio.
Narrator
Darling. I like him.
Lucy Lynn
I know. I admire him greatly. Good. Great courage. And understand him well. In spite of the mask, I knew instinctively he could be trusted.
Narrator
I reckon women are a lot smarter than men when it comes to judging folks. I wonder who he is.
Lucy Lynn
I asked Indian Todos. And when he told me, I knew that was the one man who could bring our Lucy back here. He's the Lone Ranger.
Narrator
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Podcast Summary: "Woman of Courage | The Lone Ranger (04-05-50)"
Introduction
In this episode of Old Time Radio Westerns, hosted by Andrew Rines, listeners are transported back to the golden age of radio with a digitally restored episode of The Lone Ranger. Titled "Woman of Courage," this installment originally aired on April 5, 1950, and showcases the timeless adventure of the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion, Tonto, as they navigate challenges in the untamed Wild West. The restoration enhances the classic audio, making every sound—from the creak of a saloon door to the thundering hooves of Silver, the Lone Ranger’s trusty horse—vividly immersive for both new and longtime fans.
Character Introductions
The episode introduces key characters integral to the unfolding drama:
The Conflict: Lucy’s Disappearance
The episode centers around a tense morning at the Lynn ranch. At [03:14], the narrator describes Amanda Lynn, a woman whose gentle appearance conceals a resilient spirit inherited by her daughter, Lucy. During breakfast, Lucy hastily declares her intention to join Cactus on a cattle roundup, prompting Hiram Lynn to express concern:
Despite reservations, Lucy insists on participating, demonstrating her independence and courage. Her departure sets the stage for the ensuing drama when Lucy's horse, Billy, frightens and bolts, leading her into danger.
The Investigation: Tracking Lucy
After Lucy’s disappearance, the Lone Ranger and Tonto become involved. At [05:18], Tonto discusses the rising cattle rustling issues, hinting at a larger conflict:
As the Lone Ranger and his horse, Silver, investigate, they encounter suspicious characters stealing cattle. The tension escalates when they confront three horsemen, leading to a chase and eventually, a showdown with the rustlers.
Confrontation and Rescue
The climax occurs around [12:34] when the Lone Ranger and Tonto are ambushed by rustlers intent on capturing Lucy. A fierce confrontation ensues, with Silver aggressively intervening:
Just as the situation reaches its peak, Amanda Lynn arrives with Hiram and other ranch hands, turning the tide against the rustlers. A pivotal moment at [18:31] sees the Lone Ranger devising a plan to infiltrate the enemy camp:
Using stealth and strategy, the Lone Ranger and Tonto successfully rescue Lucy from Blackhawk’s band of braves, showcasing themes of bravery, teamwork, and justice.
Resolution and Themes
The episode concludes with the rustlers subdued and Lucy safely returned to her family. Amanda’s courage and Lucy’s resilience are highlighted as central themes:
The Lone Ranger’s unwavering commitment to justice and the strength found within individuals defying stereotypes are beautifully portrayed. Amanda’s intelligence and bravery, alongside Lucy’s determination, underscore the episode’s celebration of courageous women in the Wild West.
Conclusion
"Woman of Courage" is a captivating episode that not only delivers thrilling Western adventures but also delves into deeper character development and societal themes. Through enhanced audio restoration, Old Time Radio Westerns brings this classic tale to life, offering listeners an engaging experience that honors the legacy of beloved radio dramas like Gunsmoke and The Lone Ranger. Whether revisiting favorite stories or discovering them anew, audiences are sure to appreciate the rich storytelling and immersive soundscapes that define this homage to the Wild West.
Notable Quotes
These quotes, strategically placed throughout the episode, enhance the narrative by providing character insights and advancing the plot, while also reflecting the underlying themes of courage and justice.
This summary is a comprehensive overview of the "Woman of Courage" episode from The Lone Ranger, as presented by Old Time Radio Westerns. It captures all key points, discussions, and character developments, providing an engaging recount for those who haven’t listened to the episode.