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Fiery horse with a speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty hi-yo silver. The Lone Ranger. And 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 Ranger rides again.…

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Synopsis

In The Long Trail, the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion Tonto join a cattle drive led by Silas Eaton, who is determined to transport a herd of cattle to Abilene for a profitable sale. The drive is not just a business venture; it represents a desperate attempt by the ranchers to recover from the financial devastation of the Civil War. As they navigate the treacherous Chisholm Trail, they face numerous challenges, including a stampede caused by a prairie fire and a potential attack by hostile Indians.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

Brace Beemer

G

George W. Trendle

J

John Todd

Nights on the air

This story returned to the dial 2 more times · The Long Trail

  • Dec11952

    The Lone Ranger

    The Long Trail

    Dec 1 · Ep 3102

  • Jan131954

    The Lone Ranger

    The Long Trail

    Jan 13 · Ep 3277

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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).

TheLoneRanger52-12-013102TheLongTrail.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3102

The Long Trail

Monday, December 1, 1952 · 29:17

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3102

The Long Trail

Monday, December 1, 1952 · 29:17

Summary

The Lone Ranger and Tonto assist a cattle drive to Abilene, facing various dangers to ensure the ranchers can sell their cattle at a good price. They uncover a plot to sabotage the drive and protect the ranchers from a treacherous rival.

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