The Right Side | The Lone Ranger (03-23-53)

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1:11The Hottie Hi-O Silver, the Lvon Ranger. Let's get into this episode of the Hottie Hi-O Silver, the Lvon Ranger. Let's get into this episode of the Hottie Hi-O Silver.

2:11Tyler Reddick here from 2311 Racing. Victory Lane? Yeah. It's even better with Jamba by my side. Race to JambaCasino.com. Let's Jamba. No purchase necessary, BTW Group. Boy, we're prohibited by law. CCNC, 21 Plus, sponsored by JambaCasino. It is faithful Indian companion tunnel, but daring and resourceful mask rider of the

3:15planes led the flight 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 yesterday. From out of the past come the thundering hoofbeats of the great Hottie Hi-O Silver, the Lvon Ranger rides again. One, two, and let's go because I'm still there, I ain't. The Lvon Ranger and Toppo rode south, down a moonlit hillside, then across level ground to a lighted cabin. That was one of many scattered houses that have been built in Ecaria during the past year by homesteaders. As the mask man and his Indian friend drew rain, the Cavendor was opened by a man who held a rifle. Are you Tom Kent?

4:15Yes. What do you want? I've heard that you're the leader of the homesteaders, as true I have important information for you. You and your partner dismount and keep your hands away from your guns. Both of you keep your hands at shoulder level and walk toward me, come close enough so I can look you over and remember, I'm ready to shoot at either one of your riches for a gun. Where here is friends. Another man and Indian? Yes. All that you're close enough, your mask, that case I reckon you're all right. Step inside. Do you mind if my friend stays with the horses? That's all right. Let me watch horses get inside. Most people who see my mask think I'm an outlaw. Why aren't you? No. Don't bother fibbing to me mister. I don't care what you are, as long as you're not a cattleman. Oh. This is my wife. How do you do Mrs. Kent? Good evening. Are you here to rob us?

5:16No Mrs. Kent. You'd be wasting your time, we have anything worth stealing. I came to warn you in the other homesteaders. Did the cattlemen send you here with another threat? No Kent. They've been threatening you. They've done a lot more than threatened me. All the ranches to the south have combined a try to drive us out. It cut our fences, shot our livestock, trampled our crops, even tried to poison our water homes. Well I've known many cases where a cattlemen have tried to drive out people who homestead land that they use for open range. But I'm sure this land was never used for that. Oh you're right, no one ever ran cattle here. The ranches couldn't use it because of Indian. You see this was Indian hunting ground. Redskins came here and small bands to hunt game. Oh. So the ranches couldn't pass your cattle here without leaving a lot of men to guard it. But now things are different. How's that? Well when the Indians came to hunt we opened fire and drove them away. We must have fired on 15 or 20 hunting parties the first few months we were here.

6:17They finally got it through their heads and we meant business. It's been a long time since we've seen any sign of Redskins and the ranches know it. Now that the Indians are gone the cattlemen like to drive us out then they could pass your cattle here. Tom, the masked man said he came here to warn us and you're not given him any chance to talk. It's all right Mrs. Kent. I want to hear what Tom had to say in accounts for the action of the Indian. What Indians? The ones who were camped in a valley north of the homestead land. Beyond the hills? Yes. Oh. That's all right. As long as they stay there they won't bother us. But they're not going to stay there. What are they planning to do? Come here, massacre the homesteaders and burn the buildings. Tom, wait. How do you know their plans? Tom and I saw them from a hilltop and wondered why they were gathering in the valley. How those Indians were easy for them to go among them. He learned that they were waiting for Indians from the west to join them. What do you think they'll attack? Not before next week. In that case the cattlemen are likely to have the first crank at us.

7:18What do you mean? I told you they've been trying for a long time to drive us out. Well last week a committee came here headed by a rancher named Bart Belden. Belden said the other cattlemen had authorized him to give us a final notice. What was the final notice? We're to pack our wagons and move out by Saturday of this week. Tomorrow? There'll be a fight. And we'll lose. But every one of us would rather die than leave this land. How many would you have on your side? Well, count them boys, old enough to fire a rifle. There'll be 30 of us. I can't believe those ranches would come here like savages to massacre you. They don't care how they get rid of us. Drive us out or kill us. In either case they'll have the land. Tom, you said they were 30 men on your side. 30 if you count the boys. 32 if you count Tato and me. What? I'll be back. Wait. Tom. Mask and no mask. That's the kind of a man we need. Pull him back. Right. Ask him to stay with him. Yep.

8:18One, two, three, I'll come. From Tom can's home, the lawn ranger and Tato rode only a short distance before they drew rain in a small wood. The masked man quickly told his friend what he had learned. Unpacked my saddlebags. Tato, will I take off these clothes, will you? We're disguised. Yes. Where you're going, son? To the town of Longhorn. That's where most of the ranches gather. There surely be something there tonight and they'll be talking about the plans for tomorrow. I don't need to go with you. No, Tato. I want you to go in the opposite direction. Uh-huh. North? Yes. Right at the top of the hill. And what's the engine's in the valley beyond? No. You put your clothes in the saddlebag. Yes, please. Why me want your deal? I have an idea. I may want to know if more Indian joy knows we saw in the valley. How long me watch? Until daybreak. Then come here.

9:20If you ride hard, you should be here about one hour after daybreak. Tato rode north toward the hills that divided the homestead land of Valley, where the savages were congregating. While the lone ranger disguised to look like a drifter, traveled in the opposite direction. Toward the kettle-town of Longhorn. In Longhorn, the lone ranger left his horse in the darkness behind the cafe. Then walked between two buildings to the main street. He saw many horses at the hitch rail. And inside the cafe, a group of ranchers stood near one end of the bar. The lone ranger quietly joined the group. And soon learned that the big man who was doing most of the talking was Mark Belden, the leader of a cattleman.

10:21So you full of spread the word of the ranch owners who are not here. Tell them we're meeting right in front of this cafe of Noom de Mar. All right. Each man to bring his cow-hands and plenty of ammunition. Maybe the homestead doesn't clear out the phone. You think so much? Oh, not a chance, Dave. One of my men reported they have no intention of leaving. They have begun play. Yeah, I don't see how we can avoid it. Dad read it, I wish we could avoid it. Yes, sir, all right. What do you think? I want to use guns on a lot of decent family men, not by a jugful. I thought we could scare them away. He didn't scare us at all. Well, Dad read it. We got to do something. We can't just forget the nesters. Not after all the talking we did. Be back and down. We'd be the laughing stock of everyone in the West. That wouldn't hurt you, Belden. We said that. I did. None of the ranchers suspected that the tall strangers were broken into the conversation. Was actually the famous lone ranger wearing a disguise instead of his mask. Belden, I doubt that people would laugh at you. But what if they did? But that laughter be as hard to bear as the guilt of murdering brave pioneers.

11:21You're not a cattleman? No. He's not a turnsman either. Maybe he's one of the nesters. Yeah. In this case, I'm on the side of the nesters. Why, are you come here? Let's throw him out. Maybe we should save to express where top that's it? We'll tie our feathers here. That's right. Hey. Wrong guns on us. Russian! If anyone tries that, I'll stop him with a bullet. The cattlemen were frozen motionless by the threat of two guns in the hands of the stranger. Are you ready to become murderers? Just to save your foolish pride. Foolish pride? You tell those nesters we'll call on them tomorrow. They're expecting you. We're going out the back door. Get him. Teach him what it means to draw guns on men like us. Come on. Hurry, go to the other horse way. Show them. Stand aside. Get a shot at him. No, boys. Hold your fire. Let him go. You will will in the town feather him. And send him to the nesters as an example. But shoot them is something different.

12:23The 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. Toilet Redic here from 2311 Racing. Victory Lane? Yeah. It's even better with Chamba by my side. Race to ChambaCasino.com. Let's Chamba. No purchase necessary. VTW Group. Boy, we're prohibited by law. CTNCs. 21 Plus. Sponsored by Chamba Casino.

13:36. . . . . Now to continue. Jesus will leave, boy. Soon after leaving town, the lone ranger slowed the great horse silver to a steady slope, and while riding, he considered the details of a plan by which he hoped to avert a tragic fight between the ranchers and the homesteaders.

14:50In an hour, he reached the homestead land, and drew rain beside a creek that sparkled in the moonlight. He washed the stain from his face and hands, then changed into his own familiar clothes, and fixed his mask in place. Oh, silver, we'll call again on time, can't he? You said a big flop. Montenegro! Tom, Tom the door. I'll see you with his merry. It's awful late. You spoke to someone sick in detail. Soon, no. Oh, it's you. The mystery. I mean, I come in. Yes, yes, of course. We hope you return. I'm glad to find you still awake. I've been ready in my rifle. I'm a chair. Oh, thanks. Tom, I came to discuss a plan with you. It may say the land, the homes, and the lives of all your friends. If it'll do that, I'm for it. We'll need the help of all the homesteaders. We're united, mister. The others will follow Tom's lead.

15:52Good. Now, here's what I've learned. The cattlemen in their ranch hands are going to assemble it noon in front of the law board. After hearing the plan, Tom can't give his whole hearted approval. Then he and the masked man spent the night, riding to each of the widely scattered cabins, to rouse homesteaders from their sleep and enlist their support. It was about an hour after daybreak, when a lone ranger left Tom and rode to the nearby woods. He found Tom. Oh, they're ahead of him. Oh, easy city. Kim Masabe, I wonder why you're not here. I've been covering a lot of ground, Tom. Oh, what about the Indians? Same number, still in valley. Are they quiet? Then not start war dance. But many Indians not sleep at night. We see him around campfire, clean rifle, throw tomahawk. We see him make plenty of war signs. Then they're becoming restless. Then not like long weight. In that case, they may be in just the right mood. Tonto, we're going to challenge those Indians to war.

16:53But Kim Masabe, you tell you about it while we prepare breakfast. After a hearty meal, the lone ranger and Tonto can seal their camping gear beneath a pile of underbrush. Mounted their horses, and rode north. It was nearly 10 o'clock, when they reached the top of the hill, and saw the Indians in camp. Oh, sure. Oh, come on. Indians must see us, Kim Masabe. They will in a minute. We're close enough. They'll hear you when you shout. Ah, I'm here. After we get their attention, translate what I say and make it loud. Me, Savi. Where's the leader? Him over that way. Him by big red rock. I'll fire at the rock. Him jump, mighty fire. They're all looking this way. Shout to them before they open fire.

17:54Say, you are not men, you are cowardly jackals. Who they sewing? Hangatu. Gole Dundum. You dare not ride the war. Huga, Sodeum. You wait for Braverman to join you. Huma, Kadoo. You fear even two men. Huga, Oduke. Oh, then plenty man. I'll give them a few more shots. Only a few of the savages pause to fire their old and inaccurate rifles. The Majori, lashed to a fury by taunts and insults, leap to strive their horses. Now them come, Kim Masabe. We'll go. The lone ranger and tunnel raced down the hill and continued south with the enraged Indians in pursuit. The great strength and speed of Scalvin Silver made it easy to stay well ahead. The chase settled down to a contest of endurance.

18:55The Indians unable to gain, maintained a dogged pursuit. While the lone ranger and tunnel made no effort to increase their lead. They led the way past the homestead land without going near any of the caverns and continued toward Longhorn. Monster, you rascal! Yeah! At noon, the ranchers and their cowhands stood in a street in front of the Longhorn Cafe and listened to Bart Belden's last-minute instructions. I don't shoot women or children. If the men open fire, shoot back, but aim to wound if possible. I'd like to drive those nesters out without any killing. There's bound to be a killing bar. It can't be hoarded. Actually, some of us will get killed. That's a chance we've got to take. We can't back down. Yeah, I wish we could. Hey, look at that. Turn into the far end of town. The ranchers saw two hard riding horsemen turn sharply into the main street. They're riding fast and coming this way. Hey, what's an Indian?

19:55One's wearing a mask. What do you say? Indian? There's something about Indians. Hey, they come! The Indians weren't raised beyond the quota of reason by the frustration of the Longhorn and catalyzing pursuit. They saw the maskmen and the Indians who had torn at them and pruned. Hey, cover! Defend the town! Without pausing to ask questions, the ranchers hurried to the shelter of buildings. On both sides of the street, the Indians eager to give vent to their pet-up puree of pillage, plunder and murder, leap from their horses and scattered to convenient cover. Ranchers, cowboys and townmen fought together. The lone ranger was with white belt and several other men firing through the front windows of the cafe. Now those red skins are hard to hit. Make sure found lots of cover. Several of them are hiding behind the barrels in that alley across the street. Yeah, I know it. I think I got one of them. Lucky you, ranchers happen to be in town, Bellen. Otherwise, a town who would be outnumbered.

20:55Yeah. Hey, how'd you know we're ranchers? How'd you know my name? Save your questions until the fight's over. But that mask? There's a fire arrow on a roof across the street. Fire! Yes, if one building catches fire, the whole town will burn. Someone's going to the roof in water. Better do that, man, for Texan. That's how those red skins will lick us. They'll stay behind Barricade when we came hit him and shoot fires to the buildings. That's Jim Halsey on the roof. He's got the fire out. That's just one fire. There'll be more. Listen, we're set. Probably means more engines. Oh, Bellen, it's not for you and the townmen. Who's there to help with? The homesteaders. Where'd he right here to come? The homesteaders, led by Tom Kent, were all behind the rows of buildings, firing at the Indians who had taken shelter in the spaces between the stores and shops. The savages were caught between two fires and flared in panic. Many were shot before they reached their horses.

22:03When the surviving Indians had disappeared in the distance, the ranchers and homesteaders met in the street. The lone ranger stood with Bart Belden and Tom Kent. Well, Bellen, because of you, the homesteaders left their property. Yeah. But you didn't die of them out. They left so they might help you in the town's people. We saw the red skins' racing past our land and they were heading south, so we figured longhorn might be in for trouble. Well, I'm glad you came. It just happened. We were all assembled. I reckon you know why. Yes, Kent. I know why. You were ready to put up a fight against us. What? If you want to attack these nesters, you'll have to do it without me. And without me. Oh, no! How can we move against men who saved our lives? Kent, we won't, men, like you in the West. If you folks ever need help, just call on me.

23:03Thanks, Bellen. Call on any of you. Call on any of you. I'll swap you some beef or hensakes, Kent. And we'll both eat better. Kent, would you shake hands with a man who had the wrong slanford who was willing to admit a mistake? Glad to. Hey, boss. You were going to ask that man some questions. Yeah, I would. Well, where is it? He's with his engine pad. Hold on, mister. I want to talk to you. Another time, Dolan. We made me again. Let's go, Donald. Don't fiddle it. Let's count. I've gone. I didn't even get a chance to find out who he is. But there's something familiar about him. I'm sure I've met him before. His voice was... Yes, Bellen. You talked to him last night in the cafe. He told me about his trip to town. That's right. He looked a lot different. He wasn't masked. But I remember him saying that he was a friend of the nesters. He's a friend of yours, too. Now that you're on the right side, he is the lone ranger. I'll see you later. Bye!

24:26I'll see you later. Tyler Reddick here from 2311 Racing. Victory Lane? Yeah. It's even better with Chamba by my side. Race to ChambaCasino.com. Let's Chamba. Don't purchase necessary. VTW Group. Boy, we're prohibited by law. CTNCs. 21 Plus. Sponsored by Chamba Casino.

25:26I'll see you later. Bye! This is a feature of the lone ranger incorporated. Created by George W. Tremble. Produced by Tremble Muren. And directed by Charles D. Livingston. Tonight's drama was written by Fram Striker. The part of the lone ranger is played by... Race Beamer.

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