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A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi-yo silver, the Lone Ranger. The masked rider of the plains brought many criminals to justice during his fight for law and order in the early years of the western United States. But he gained his greatest fame as a champion of right against might, of the weak against the strong. No man did more to make the frontier safe for honest men and women. Return with us now to those thrilling days when the West was…

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Synopsis

In Jason Lang's Bad Luck, the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion Tonto encounter an old-timer on the trail who shares the unfortunate tale of Jason Lang. Known for his streak of bad luck, Jason has faced numerous tragedies throughout his life, including the deaths of his wives and children, and a series of failed ventures. The old-timer reveals that Jason has been missing for years, and if he does not return within a month, his nephew, a worthless character named Lang, will inherit his valuable ranch. The stakes are high, as the ranch is worth a significant sum, and the community hopes to see Jason reclaim it rather than let his nephew squander it.

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Brace Beemer

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E

Earle Graser

J

John Todd

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TheLoneRanger40-04-291133JasonLangsBadLuck.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 1133

Jason Lang's Bad Luck

Monday, April 29, 1940 · 29:51

The Lone Ranger, Episode 1133

Jason Lang's Bad Luck

Monday, April 29, 1940 · 29:51

Summary

The Lone Ranger and Tonto set out to find Jason Lang, a man believed to bring bad luck, before his nephew inherits his valuable ranch. The stakes are high as they race against time to locate him.

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