 A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty high of silver! The Lone Ranger! Before this exciting adventure, a word from our sponsor. General Mills, makers of Cheerios, the oak cereal that's ready to eat, Benny Crocker mixes, and Wheaties, the breakfast of champions, present by special recording, The Lone Ranger! Did you ever talk to your grandmother or your mother about what it used to be like to bake an angel food cake? Before, there was a Benny Crocker angel food cake mix, that is. Well, they used to have to take 13 eggs and separate the whites from the yolks. Can you imagine all that bother over a dozen eggs? Angel food cakes took hours then, and I guess that's why they only baked them for very, very special occasions. But now, you can have big, delicious angel food cakes all the time! It's so easy when mom uses Benny Crocker angel food cake mix. That's the mix with the whites of 13 farm fresh eggs right in the package! Mom just adds water and your favorite flavoring for a perfect cake. Angel perfect every time. Cake after cake after cake. A high light every day is party day kind of cake. And it's guaranteed perfect by Benny Crocker of General Mills Minneapolis. I hope mom bakes lots of Benny Crocker angel food cakes at your house. They're so melt in your mouth good! With his faithful Indian companion, Toto, the daring and resourceful masked writer of the plains, led the fight for law and order in the early western United States. Nowhere in the pages of history can one find a greater champion of justice. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear. Come out of the past, come the thundering hoof beats of the great horse, Silver! The lone ranger rides again! Come on, Silver! Let's go, be close! I am Silver! Get Rector, a gruff, stubborn type of man, took near the corral with his 10-year-old son, Jerry. They waited as the ranch foreman galloped toward them. Here come his ticks. Wheeze, red net seas, get something on his mind. God, he sure rides plenty fast. Ho, ho, ho, hold on, Joey. Oh, if we found that fence near the waterhole, torn down again. I got the boys' men in it now. You're a brave humanly tick, so I'm gonna ride back with you and see if that fence is put up right. All right, boss. You're so proud for me to ride. Some other time, Jerry. Roping seven-one yourself, sir. You're so sit on riding. Yeah, when Jerry's able to do that, he'll really be grown up. Oh, I dare. Well, some other time, Jerry. Yeah, people of the man, get him, get him. As Jed Rector and the foreman Tex rode across the range, Tex was saying that... Druze gave up and sold out, boss. New owner arrived yesterday. Tell him by name itself. Looks like a tender foot to me to throw him in town. And if he wants to stay in the west, you better not tie him or the others around here. I hear he already has. Had a meeting at his place last night and gave him quite a talk this day. Is it sure? Mm-hmm. Oh, lad, my tender foot is going to get away with that. What are you going to do, boss? Plenty. I'll pick up some of the men at the waterhole and go over to his place. Tell him what to expect if he doesn't mind his own business from now on. And believe me, he can expect plenty. Get him that. Get him. A short time later, Jed Rector and some of his co-pulks ring to a stop in front of the small ranch house, which Dr. Sal Bernadette bought. Hurry up. Tompert opened the front door and stepped out to meet them. Good afternoon, gentlemen. I'm Richard Salford, new owner of this ranch. Is there something you want to see me about? Oh, you're Salford, eh? Well, I'm Jed Rector, owner of the Circle Eye Spread. Well, it's mighty nice of you to make a neighborly call, Mr. Rector. We've seasoned any neighborly calls, Salford. I came here with some of my co-pulks to warn you. Right. You warned me about what? If you buddy any concern yourself about that fence I had put up, you can expect plenty of real trouble. But I am concerned, Mr. Rector. What livestock I have here depend on that water hole. Both Carter and Darby are affected the same way. If we all do what we can to help one another, we'll all prosper. There's nothing you could ever do for me, Salford. The Circle Eye is prosperous enough without depending on neighbors. Are you stay away from my land or by thunder? I'll have you run out of the territory. That's your voice. Yes, sir. Yes, sir. Well, late that afternoon, Trottle, who was a lone ranger, had arrived in the vicinity of Stockton, went into the general store. He was about to leave after making his purchase when Dr. Salford came in. Well, I reckon you have everything now, again. That's right. Excuse me, but I'm in a hurry. Is my order ready yet? Sure is, Mr. Salford. It's right there in the end of the counter. Thanks. Uh, you doctor will ride on stage. Turn over near Milton. Sorry, Indian. I'm afraid you've made a mistake. I'll be in again soon. Goodbye. Goodbye, Mr. Salford. That's strange. Me sure, him doctor may see when stage have accident down near Milton. You must be mistaken, like he said. That's Mr. Salford, the rancher. He bought the drew ranch and just moved in there yesterday. He's a mighty nice fellow, too. Well, me go now and take packages. Well, come in again. Uh, me come back for more supplies soon. Adios. Goodbye, Indian. Get him up the couch. Reached camp, he told the lone ranger about seeing Salford. The lone ranger listened intently. Then said, It is strange at that, Trottle, that he denies being a doctor, you so. Ah. He could have arrived here by train yesterday. I wonder why he doesn't want to admit he's a doctor. That's what me wonder. Now, Kim is probably here. Me get news about the ranchers, too. Oh, what did you find out? Me hear the dead rector, owner of Circle R's friend, call on Salford. Give him warning. Warning? Ah. Him tell Salford not to bother pence near Waterhole. Rectors say, him run Salford from territory, if Salford go on land. Hmm. That dispute is likely to flare into gun play any time now. That's right. I think we're right over near that Waterhole, and see what the situation is. Let's go, Tano. Come on. Come on. Come on. Later, text the foreman rode hurriedly to the ranch house of the Circle R. Ho, ho, ho. Hey, boy. Hey, boy. Thank you. What happened, mister? There's a masked man in a red skin soupin' around over the Waterhole, boss. That figure may be Salford, and the others hired a couple of all hoots to do their dirty work that time. That masked man is an Indian, eh? Probably a couple of hired gun slakers. We'll get the boys and go after them right now. Please, Jed, be careful. I do wish you'd pull down that fence and let the others use that water like they used to. Disputin' about it is mighty foolish things to me. Well, just tend to your little Mary and leave the ranch with me to handle. But, Jed, why did you suddenly fence them out? That's what nobody can understand. You haven't even given me a reason why, you divvy. I don't have to give a reason. I'm not lettin' me a kettle at that water anymore. Darsen, I've waited all day. Yeah, Jerry. You're always bothering me when I'm in a hurry. I told you to go ahead and rope a hoot for yourself, didn't I? Yeah, that's right, boy. Yeah, don't tease the boy. But the way of catching gun slicks at a prominent around my land is more important than giving the horse with Jerry. It's too big, right? Prime, the old ranger and bottle road fully along the fence that protected the big waterhole. At this point, the four ranches come together. The waterhole is on Rector's land and he has the right to fence it in. Ah. There was some way to make Rector understand that he... Look, Donald, horseman coming over the hill. That must be Rector and his men. 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The lone ranger and turtle were just out of range and they decided to leave rather than have a gun battle. They led the circular men far back into the hills. Then covering their trail by various means, the lone ranger and turtle circled back and headed toward their camp. As they passed the circular ranch house, turtle observed. And maybe wrecked it'd be plenty late getting back to ranch house. Yes, but they're still searching back in the hills for us. Otto, something's wrong in there. A moment later, the two men reached the corral. They saw the boy Jerry, his foot tangled in malaria, being dragged around the corral by a horse he had tried to roll over. Hold it, hold it, hold it, hold it. Do something quick, he'll be killed. We'll get him out of there. Quickly, the lone ranger crawled through the fence and in a moment had roped the horse with his lariat and brought him to a stop. Hold the horse, Otto. I'll pick up the boy. He's unconscious. I'll open the gate. Jerry, my poor boy is... He's unconscious. I'll bring him into the house, please. I'll put him on the sofa. He might have been killed if you hadn't... He's too young to try roping a horse. Yes, I know it. Boy, where's Simon? Yes, Otto, he should have medical attention. But there isn't a doctor in Stockton. The nearest one is miles from here. What are we going to do? Oh, wait a minute. I think I know where to get a doctor. Otto, do what you can for Jerry until I get back. Ah. You thought it easy? Montell! If you'll climb later, the lone ranger will reign in front of Salford's ranch house. Oh, oh, oh! So this is more of Rector's threat. No, I'm not a gunman. Nor did Rector send me here. I haven't time to explain the mask. I came here on a matter of life or death, doctor. You're mistaken. I'm just a rancher. You rode the stage of his wreck near Milton. You were heard to admit then that you're a doctor. And you set a man's broken arm. I don't know what you're talking about. Listen to me, Salford. A small boy, Rector's son, is badly injured. I feel sure that if he doesn't have attention, he'll die. I'm very sorry the boy is hurt, but I can't help you. I know you're a doctor. The fact that you let that boy die is something I can't understand. I'm coming inside for a moment. Oh, um, what right have you to enter my house? There, that's what I wanted to find. That doctor's still on the floor here and there. That kit means nothing. It means that for some reason, you don't want people to know you're a doctor. Wait, what are you doing? I'm looking for more of a group, but you're not our rancher. Yes, and here it is. Your medical certificate. Mmm, it's your Salford Pierce MD. All right, now you know. I am Dr. Pierce. Then you come with me to save that boy? There seems nothing else to do. I'll go, but, well, it may mean I'll lose my own life. Thanks, doctor. I knew you weren't the type of man that let a boy die, but you don't have to worry. I know the story of Dr. Pierce who had a gun battle in Austin with an angered patient. When I shot and saw him fall, I lost my head. I left town at once and dropped my last name in my professional title. I can tell you that the man lived, and you were exonerated, doctor. Is that really true? Yes. Now take this kit and let's start for Rector's place. There's no time to lose. As the long range around the doctor rode hurriedly along the trail toward Rector's ranch house, they rounded a bend and came almost face-to-face with Jack Rector and his cowfolds, who were coming from a branch trail. Look, Rector needs men. Hold him. Hold him. Hold him. All right, reach close over here. We've got to kill him. Ah, Jiminy Park, that proves the mass robbery is working for Southwood. Let's run him all the time. I say we ought to get him down. Rector, this man is a doctor. We're on the way to your ranch house. Your son has been injured. You were lying just a stalker time. We know Southwood's a rancher and a pool with a doctor. I'm telling the truth. Every minute counts if you want your boy to live. Well, something... Look, we'll take you to the ranch house and find out about you. If you were lying like I think you are, I'll put a bullet in you so help me. Then keep those two covered. All right, all right. All right, get started. Jim! Jim! Jim! Jim! Jim! Jim! Jim! He's hurt, Jadon, the others. Soon arrive at the ranch house and pull to a stop. Oh, no, no, no! Look, you come along with me, sir. We'll hold guns on these two, taking me to Southwood. All right, boys. All right, get going, both of you. Jadon! Jadon! Jadon! What? He tried to rope a horse and he was dragged. He's still unconscious. I'll examine you, boy. That gash on the side of his hand, the low pulse rate. Oh. The medical profession there, it's known to be such a thing as shock. The boy needs immediate attention and careful watching. If I can be of any help, doctor, I... Yes, you seem to be the cool and steady type. I believe you could assist me at that. Very well. We mustn't waste time. We'll carry the boy to the kitchen table. No one else is to come into the kitchen except the masked man in Indian. Let's get busy. Right. In the living room of the ranch house, Jadon Tex and Jad's wife, Mary, waited tensely, with her eyes glued to the closed door. Mary? Mary? I've gone about things the wrong way. I hadn't been so set on my argument with my neighbors. I'd given more time to my boy, this wound would have happened. Tell me now, Jadon. Why did you suddenly stop them from using the water? Well, I... I bought a few cattle from across the border. I discovered three of them were disease. Well, I got rid of them right away, but I was afraid the disease might spread if the others used the water. Then why on earth didn't you tell them about it? Well, I was afraid if the news got out, I wouldn't be able to sell my cattle in the future. It's been over a month now, and none of my other cattle have been affected. So I'll take away the fence and let the others use the water now. I'm sure it's all right. I'm sure it is now, Jadon. Well, if anything happens to our boy, I... I can't stand thinking about it. Jadon. Jadon, I want you to pray with me. Well, I... I've not much on prayer as many. But if we can hard his prayer, I'm sure he'll do it now. I'll say the word, Jadon. Please, God. Jadon, the doctor worked quickly and surely. Absurd as he was in the delicate task before him, he still noticed the quiet, steady and skillful manner in which the last man helped. Finally, the last bandage was in place, and after a long time of careful watching, the doctor spoke. His pulse rate is back to normal. He's opening his eyes. Mom. Dad. He'll be all right, doctor. He'll need very careful and constant attention for a few days, but I feel certain that he'll be all right. Good. Shall I bring in his parents now? Yes, they may come in for a few moments. Mom. I want mom. She'll be right here, Jerry. Really? My boy. How is he? The doctor says he'll be all right before long. He's conscious and asking for both of you. Oh, thank you. We'd better go to a meeting. Stay only a few minutes and don't let him talk much. I'm sure he'll be all right, but I'll have to watch him closely for a few days. All right, doctor. Jerry, my son, it's your dad. Dad. Mom, Jerry. I roped a horse, but... Yes, I know, son. I know. Now on, I'll do the roping for a while. My name is Dr. Pierce, Mr. Recton. Good day, doctor. I don't know how to thank you for this. Just tell the others that the water hole will be open to them again in the morning. While the doctor and I were waiting and watching here with Jerry, we overheard your explanation to your wife, Jed, about why you closed off the water. You did? Yes. You did the right thing at the time. But you should have told the others why. I'm sure that I've understood and appreciated it. Yes, yes. I reckon I would have but it the wrong way. Dr. Pierce, I suggest you take a beam of doctor around here. I could find a good man to run your ranch for it. Thanks, Jed. That's what I'll do. We'll be glad to have you as a neighbor, doctor. If the West is to grow, Mr. Rector, the ranchers must cooperate with their neighbors for the good of all. That's what I've always said, too. I've guessed who you are, my friend. I've heard of you and your Indian friend, Tano, in Austin. You've done me a good turn, too, by giving me the news that means I may practice medicine again. I'm glad. Well, now that Jerry's in good health and the dispute settled, I don't know how to move on. Goodbye, Jerry. I know you'll soon be well again. Goodbye, Mr. Rector. Goodbye and good luck, and I hope we'll see you again sometime. Adios. Tano, goodbye, Mr. Rector. Sorry. Who is that man, Candace? I like him. Yes, who do I sound like? But I don't know who he is. He's a man among men out here in the West. He's the lone ranger.