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A fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi-yo, Silver, the Lone Ranger. 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 Ranger ride…

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Synopsis

In A Friend in Need, the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion Tonto ride into a tense situation at Fort Hill, where Colonel Dawson, known for his strict adherence to military regulations, prepares to leave for a conference. His son, Private Bob Dawson, is stationed at the fort, and the colonel's unwavering discipline puts a strain on their relationship. Meanwhile, Bull Wilson is scheming to smuggle liquor to the local Indian reservation, taking advantage of the colonel's absence.

Cast›

Brace Beemer

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John Todd

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Credits

  • 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).

TheLoneRanger46-11-202158AFriendInNeed.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2158

A Friend in Need

Wednesday, November 20, 1946 · 29:53

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2158

A Friend in Need

Wednesday, November 20, 1946 · 29:53

Summary

The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate Bull Wilson's scheme to smuggle liquor to the Indians while Colonel Dawson faces a moral dilemma regarding his son’s court-martial. Stakes rise as the truth about duty and friendship unfolds.

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That night in history

Headlines

  • 1946 — Indonesian National Revolution: 96 Indonesian including I Gusti Ngurah Rai were killed during the Battle of Margarana with Dutch forces.
  • 1946 — Afghanistan, Iceland and Sweden join the United Nations.
  • 1946 — French naval bombardment of Hai Phong, Vietnam, kills thousands of civilians.

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