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horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty. Hi-oh, Silver! The Lone Ranger! Faithful Indian companion Tonto, the mask rider of the plains, led the fight for law and order in the early western United States. The stories of his strength and courage, his daring and resourcefulness have come down to us through the generations. And nowhere in the pages of history can one find a greater champion of justice. Return with us now to those thrilling days of yesteryear.…

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Synopsis

In the The Lone Ranger episode titled Haw Tabor, we meet Flatwheel O'Malley, an engineer whose heart belongs to his steam locomotive, Kathy. Flatwheel's affection for Kathy is evident as he tends to her needs, removing a cinder from her eye with utmost care. Despite her age and weathered appearance, he believes there is no finer engine in the West. However, Flatwheel's love for Kathy is put to the test when he receives orders from the wealthy Hart Tabor, who wants him to transport two wooden cases on his return trip from Denver.

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Brace Beemer

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_LoneRanger_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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TheLoneRanger44-06-191781HAWTabor.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 1781

Haw Tabor

Monday, June 19, 1944 · 29:32

The Lone Ranger, Episode 1781

Haw Tabor

Monday, June 19, 1944 · 29:32

Summary

Flatwheel O'Malley, a devoted engineer, and his beloved steam locomotive, Kathy, embark on a perilous journey to transport valuable cargo while facing a gang intent on stealing the payroll from three mines.

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That night in history

Headlines

  • 1944 — The experimental MW 18014 V-2 rocket reaches an altitude of 176 km, becoming the first man-made object to reach outer space.
  • 1944 — World War II: During the Continuation War, the Soviet Union demands unconditional surrender from Finland during the beginning of partially successful Vyborg–Petrozavodsk Offensive. The Finnish government refuses.
  • 1944 — World War II: The Battle of the Philippine Sea concludes with a decisive U.S. naval victory. The lopsided naval air battle is also known as the "Great Marianas Turkey Shoot".
  • 1944 — Iceland declares independence from Denmark and becomes a republic.

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