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A fiery horse for the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty high old silver, the Lone Ranger. The rich grazing land of Texas brought wealth and prosperity to many of the early settlers in the western United States. But before the days of the open range passed, there were many bitter fights between the men who raised cattle and those who raised sheep. The masked rider of the plains did his best to settle the disputes without bloodshed. It was he, more than any other m…

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Synopsis

In the Lone Ranger episode Water For Cows and Sheep, the rich grazing lands of Texas become the backdrop for a brewing conflict between sheep herders and cattlemen. Maggie McGee, a strong-willed widow, leads the sheep herders in Cripple Creek, standing her ground against the advances of Pete Dexter, a cattleman who believes the land should belong to his kind. As Maggie fiercely refuses to sell her land, the tension mounts, setting the stage for a potential range war.

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E

Earle Graser

J

John Todd

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_LoneRanger_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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The Lone Ranger, Episode 888

Water For Cows and Sheep

Wednesday, October 5, 1938 · 28:09

The Lone Ranger, Episode 888

Water For Cows and Sheep

Wednesday, October 5, 1938 · 28:09

Summary

In Cripple Creek, Maggie McGee, a determined sheep herder, faces threats from cattlemen led by Pete Dexter, who want her land. As tensions rise, the Lone Ranger intervenes to prevent violence and find a solution for both parties.

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