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feet of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi-oh silver! The Lone Ranger! The deering 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 hoof beats of the great horse Silver. The Lone Ranger rides again! Hi-oh silver! Let's go we call! Hi-oh…

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Synopsis

In The Western Way, the Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive in the peculiar town of Wiltonville, where the local laws prohibit the carrying of firearms. This ordinance, enforced by Marshal Nate Parker, is a direct result of the town's founder, Zeb Wilton, who harbors a deep-seated disdain for Westerners. As the masked hero and his faithful companion navigate the town, they quickly realize the challenges posed by Zeb's prejudices and the tension that permeates the community.

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Brace Beemer

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John Todd

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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).
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TheLoneRanger46-08-212119TheWesternWay.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2119

The Western Way

Wednesday, August 21, 1946 · 29:17

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2119

The Western Way

Wednesday, August 21, 1946 · 29:17

Summary

In The Western Way, the Lone Ranger and Tonto arrive in the town of Wiltonville, where no one is allowed to carry guns, and tensions run high due to the local prejudice against Westerners. As they navigate the town's strict rules, they uncover a plot that threatens the safety of its residents.

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That night in history

Headlines

  • 1946 — Ordinance No. 46 of the British Military Government constitutes the German Länder (states) of Hanover and Schleswig-Holstein.

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