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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. Faithful Indian companion Toto, 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 Range…

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Synopsis

In The Refugee Bandit, the Lone Ranger and his loyal companion Tonto ride into the town of Rockton, where they have learned that the notorious bandit Pancho Madura is hiding. Pancho, a former bandit chief from across the border, is desperate for money after his men have been captured and a bounty has been placed on his head. As he sits in a café with two accomplices, they discuss their dire financial situation and brainstorm a plan to make a fortune through nefarious means.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

B

Bill Saunders

Brace Beemer

G

George W. Trendle

J

Jack Petruzzi

J

Jim Fletcher

J

John Todd

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TheLoneRanger51-06-042868TheRefugeeBandit.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2868

The Refugee Bandit

Monday, June 4, 1951 · 29:27

The Lone Ranger, Episode 2868

The Refugee Bandit

Monday, June 4, 1951 · 29:27

Summary

The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate the notorious bandit Pancho Madura, who plans a dangerous train wreck to rob the express cars. They must thwart his scheme before disaster strikes.

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