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Synopsis

In the gripping episode Laugh of Death, the Lone Ranger and his faithful companion Tonto embark on a mission to confront the infamous Happy Morgan, a man whose raucous laughter instills fear in the hearts of the townspeople. Morgan, a cunning and ruthless criminal, leads a gang that has been terrorizing the area, robbing banks and mocking the law with his chilling laughter. The sheriff, overwhelmed by the gang's audacity and the psychological grip Morgan has on his men, reaches out for assistance, leading to the Lone Ranger's involvement.

Host

Fred Foy

Cast›

B

Bill Saunders

Brace Beemer

E

Ernie Winstanley

F

Frank Russell

J

John Todd

R

Rollon Parker

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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).

TheLoneRanger56-01-233331LaughOfDeath.mp3

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3331

Laugh of Death

Wednesday, May 19, 1954 · 24:35

The Lone Ranger, Episode 3331

Laugh of Death

Wednesday, May 19, 1954 · 24:35

Summary

The Lone Ranger and Tonto pursue the dangerous Happy Morgan, a laughing psychopath terrorizing a town. They devise a clever plan to outsmart him and restore order.

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