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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. 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 Ranger rides again.…

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Synopsis

In Grindstone Law, Sheriff John Nolan is a man of principle, known for his dedication to law and order in his small town. However, his world is turned upside down when his wife, Mary, suffers a catastrophic injury that leaves her paralyzed and in need of an expensive operation. With only a short time to gather the necessary funds, Nolan's desperation grows as he realizes he has no collateral to secure a loan from the local bank. The situation becomes increasingly dire as he paces nervously in his home, contemplating the grim possibility of losing his wife.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

Brace Beemer

G

George W. Trendle

J

John Todd

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_LoneRanger_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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TheLoneRanger52-10-223085GrindstoneLaw.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3085

Grindstone Law

Wednesday, October 22, 1952 · 29:15

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3085

Grindstone Law

Wednesday, October 22, 1952 · 29:15

Summary

Sheriff John Nolan faces a dire situation as his wife's life hangs in the balance, requiring a costly operation he cannot afford. Desperate, he considers a loan from a wanted criminal, leading to a tense confrontation with lawbreakers in his town.

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