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A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty high of silver, the Lone Ranger. The Indian companion Tonto, the masked 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 yeste…

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Synopsis

In the episode Missouri Goes to Town, the story begins with Missouri, who unwittingly finds himself in a dire situation after being arrested for possessing a silver bullet that symbolizes the Lone Ranger's legacy. The bullet, a souvenir from the masked hero, becomes a focal point of suspicion, leading law enforcement to believe that the Lone Ranger is involved in a double murder case. Missouri's refusal to divulge any information about the Lone Ranger only complicates matters, as he becomes a target for both the law and the criminals who are eager to exploit the chaos.

Cast›

B

Bill Saunders

Brace Beemer

E

Elaine Alpert

F

Frank Russell

J

John Todd

R

Rollon Parker

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_LoneRanger_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

TheLoneRanger45-02-121883MissouriGoesToTown.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 1883

Missouri Goes to Town

Monday, February 12, 1945 · 29:21

The Lone Ranger, Episode 1883

Missouri Goes to Town

Monday, February 12, 1945 · 29:21

Summary

Missouri's souvenir silver bullet lands him in jail when he refuses to reveal the Lone Ranger's identity, leading to suspicions of the Masked Man's involvement in a double murder.

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  • 1945 — A devastating tornado outbreak in Mississippi and Alabama kills 45 people and injures 427 others.

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  3. The Lone RangerMissouri Goes to TownCurrently listeningEpisode 1883