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A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty high-oh silver, the Lone Ranger. Faithful Indian companion Tonto, the daring and resourceful masked rider 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. From out of the past come the thundering hoofbeats of the great horse Silver. The Lone Ra…

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Synopsis

In the Lone Ranger episode Empty Saddles, we meet Bob Dawson, a young man accused of cattle theft, which jeopardizes his relationship with Peggy Martin, the woman he loves. The story unfolds as Bob's mother, Kate Dawson, expresses her concern over her son's plight, revealing that he has been cut off from Peggy due to false accusations. Lenny Tilson, a rival suitor and top hand at the Martin Ranch, has been spreading lies about Bob, leading to Peggy's rejection of him.

Cast›

B

Bill Saunders

Brace Beemer

E

Elaine Alpert

E

Ernie Winstanley

J

John Todd

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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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TheLoneRanger46-05-292083EmptySaddles.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2083

Empty Saddles

Wednesday, May 29, 1946 · 29:53

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2083

Empty Saddles

Wednesday, May 29, 1946 · 29:53

Summary

Bob Dawson faces accusations of cattle theft and is rejected by Peggy Martin, the woman he loves. The Lone Ranger and Tonto intervene to uncover the truth behind the deception.

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