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Fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi-yo silver, the Lone Ranger. Faithful 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…

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Synopsis

In Strange Meeting, Tom Robinson, a newly appointed sheriff in Stonedale, is eager to prove himself in a role he has long desired. With graying hair and a weathered face, Tom embodies the spirit of a dedicated lawman. He shares his home with his sister Emmy, who supports his ambition. Tom's first order of business is to capture the notorious outlaw Rocky Smith, who has been terrorizing the region with his gang. Little does Tom know that Rocky is actually his son, Billy Robinson, a fact that complicates their impending confrontation.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

Brace Beemer

G

Gil Shea

J

Jim Fletcher

J

John Todd

L

Lee Allman

R

Rollon Parker

Nights on the air

This story returned to the dial 2 more times · Strange Meeting

  • Apr211952

    The Lone Ranger

    Strange Meeting

    Apr 21 · Ep 3006

  • Sep291952

    The Lone Ranger

    Strange Meeting

    Sep 29 · Ep 3075

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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).

TheLoneRanger52-04-213006StrangeMeeting.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3006

Strange Meeting

Monday, April 21, 1952 · 29:15

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3006

Strange Meeting

Monday, April 21, 1952 · 29:15

Summary

Tom Robinson, the new sheriff of Stonedale, vows to capture the notorious outlaw Rocky Smith, unaware that Rocky is actually his estranged son. As tensions rise, the stakes of their confrontation become deeply personal.

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That night in history

Headlines

  • 1952 — Secretary's Day (now Administrative Professionals' Day) is first celebrated.

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