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A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hyo 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 Rang…

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Synopsis

In the Lone Ranger episode 'To Pay a Debt', John Trent arrives in Cheyenne, hoping for a fresh start. However, his past quickly catches up with him when he is confronted by Bill Halliday, the son of a man he accidentally killed in a poker game years earlier. In a tragic turn of events, John is forced to shoot Bill in self-defense, leaving him wracked with guilt and regret. The sheriff informs John that a jury has cleared him of wrongdoing, but the emotional burden weighs heavily on him.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

Brace Beemer

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George W. Trendle

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Harry Goldstein

Jay Michael

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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).

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The Lone Ranger, Episode 2808

To Pay a Debt

Monday, January 15, 1951 · 29:25

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2808

To Pay a Debt

Monday, January 15, 1951 · 29:25

Summary

John Trent accidentally kills a young cowboy in self-defense and struggles with the guilt of his actions. As he seeks redemption, he learns about the troubles facing the Halliday family and the larger conflict in Big Bear Valley.

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