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A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi-yo silver, the Lone Ranger. With his 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. S…

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Synopsis

In Badge of Friendship, Frank Brady is released from prison after serving three years for a crime he claims he did not commit. The warden warns him about his lingering resentment toward the Lone Ranger, the masked man who captured him during a botched robbery. Despite the warden's advice to focus on making an honest living, Frank is determined to seek revenge against the Lone Ranger, believing that his life was ruined by the masked man’s actions.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

B

Bill Saunders

Brace Beemer

E

Ernie Winstanley

Jay Michael

J

John Todd

P

Paul Hughes

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Ep 2649 · Monday, January 9, 1950 · 24:24

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The Lone Ranger and his nephew, Dan Reed, embark on a journey to Bryant's Gap, where they confront the legacy of the Cavendish gang. As they reflect on the past, they prepare for a confrontation that could change their lives forever.

Ep 3128 · Friday, January 30, 1953 · 24:55

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The Lone Ranger and Tonto encounter a hobo printer named Bo in the wilderness, who seeks work at a local newspaper in Wolfsville. As they arrive, they uncover a dangerous plot involving a corrupt gambler named Spot Russell, who has a history of violence and intimidation.

Ep 3020 · Friday, May 23, 1952 · 29:13

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Frame-up

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Ep 2681 · Friday, March 24, 1950 · 28:03

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Strange Meeting

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Ep 3075 · Monday, September 29, 1952 · 29:13

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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).

TheLoneRanger49-04-182535BadgeOfFriendship.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2535

Badge of Friendship

Monday, April 18, 1949 · 29:25

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2535

Badge of Friendship

Monday, April 18, 1949 · 29:25

Summary

Frank Brady, recently released from prison, seeks revenge against the Lone Ranger, who he blames for his wrongful conviction. As he struggles with his past, he faces the challenge of rebuilding his life with his family.

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Headlines

  • 1949 — The Republic of Ireland Act comes into force, declaring Éire to be a republic and severing Ireland's "association" with the Commonwealth of Nations.

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