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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. Indian companion Tonto, the daring and resourceful mask 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 rides…

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Synopsis

In Rough Diamonds, the story begins with the arrival of Stafford Norris, the new owner of the Bar-N ranch, who steps off the stagecoach dressed in fine clothes that draw the ridicule of the local cowboys, particularly foreman Mike Gary. Their initial encounter quickly escalates into a fight, revealing Gary's rough nature and Norris's unexpected resilience. However, the confrontation sets a tone of animosity that complicates their future interactions.

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Fred Foy

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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.
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The Lone Ranger, Episode 2817

Rough Diamonds

Monday, February 5, 1951 · 29:16

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2817

Rough Diamonds

Monday, February 5, 1951 · 29:16

Summary

The foreman of the Bar-N ranch, Mike Gary, clashes with the new owner, Stafford Norris, after mistaking him for a coward. As tensions rise, the Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate rustling in the area, leading to a showdown with the true villains.

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