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Now Sugar Crinkles, the sugar rice treat that's just right sweet, is proud to present Gunsmoke. Around Dodge City and in the territory on west, there's just one way to handle the killers and the spoilers and that's with a US Marshal and the smell of Gunsmoke. Gunsmoke, the story of the violence that moved west with young America. The story of a man who moved with it, Matt Dillon, United States Marshal. Say, if there ever was a cereal designed to boost a family's breakfast mo…

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In Gunsmoke: The Lamb, the arrival of Lew Madellon, a reputed gunfighter from Colorado Territory, sends ripples through the quiet town of Dodge City. Known for his deadly speed and skill with a gun, Madellon is both feared and revered by those who hear his name. The townsfolk, intrigued by his reputation, are eager to learn more about the man behind the legend. As he enters the local saloon, the atmosphere shifts, and conversations buzz with speculation about his past exploits.

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Gunsmoke 53-12-05 (085) The Lamb.mp3

Gunsmoke, Episode 85

The Lamb

Saturday, December 5, 1953 · 25:56

Gunsmoke, Episode 85

The Lamb

Saturday, December 5, 1953 · 25:56

Summary

In Gunsmoke: The Lamb, a notorious gunfighter named Lew Madellon arrives in Dodge City, stirring tension among the locals. As the stakes rise, the truth about Madellon's past begins to unravel.

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