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Synopsis
In the thrilling Lone Ranger episode 'Marked Money', the story begins with a robbery at Sundance Mine, where thieves led by Cutaway Curtis steal a substantial payroll. However, unbeknownst to them, the money has been damaged by corrosive acid fumes, rendering it unspendable. As the news of the heist spreads through Mountain City, Sheriff Winters finds himself at a loss, unable to track down the culprits despite forming a vigilance committee to restore order.
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