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Tales of the Texas Rangers is a Western old-time radio and television police procedural drama. The radio series aired on NBC from 1950 to 1952, and the television series aired on CBS from 1955 to 1958. Both series were based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers, a law enforcement agency that has been protecting Texas since 1835.The radio series starred Joel McCrea as Texas Ranger Jace Pearson. Pearson was a modern Ranger who used the latest scientific techniques to solve crimes. He was also a skilled horseman, and his trusty steed, Charcoal, was often his partner in crime-fighting.The television series starred Willard Parker (seasons 1-2) and Harry Lauter (season 3) as Texas Rangers Jace Pearson and Clay Morgan, respectively. The television series was more action-oriented than the radio series, and it often featured gunfights and chases.Both versions of Tales of the Texas Rangers were popular with audiences, and they helped to popularize the image of the Texas Ranger as a brave and resourceful lawman. The series also helped to educate the public about the history and work of the Texas Rangers.

Tales of the Texas Rangers - Joel McCrea Old Time Radio Shows OTR

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Tales of the Texas Rangers is a Western old-time radio and television police procedural drama. The radio series aired on NBC from 1950 to 1952, and the television series aired on CBS from 1955 to 1958. Both series were based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers, a law enforcement agency that has been protecting Texas since 1835.The radio series starred Joel McCrea as Texas Ranger Jace Pearson. Pearson was a modern Ranger who used the latest scientific techniques to solve crimes. He was also a skilled horseman, and his trusty steed, Charcoal, was often his partner in crime-fighting.The television series starred Willard Parker (seasons 1-2) and Harry Lauter (season 3) as Texas Rangers Jace Pearson and Clay Morgan, respectively. The television series was more action-oriented than the radio series, and it often featured gunfights and chases.Both versions of Tales of the Texas Rangers were popular with audiences, and they helped to popularize the image of the Texas Ranger as a brave and resourceful lawman. The series also helped to educate the public about the history and work of the Texas Rangers.

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The Open Range

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The Open Range

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The Open Range is a radio episode that aired on August 26, 1950. It is a fictional story based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers.The episode begins with a group of rustlers stealing a herd of cattle from a rancher named John Smith. Smith reports the crime to the Texas Rangers, and Ranger Jace Pearson is assigned to investigate.Pearson tracks the rustlers to a hideout in the open range. He confronts the rustlers and orders them to surrender, but they open fire. Pearson returns fire and kills one of the rustlers. The other rustlers flee, and Pearson chases after them.Pearson chases the rustlers for miles, but he eventually loses them. He returns to Smith's ranch and tells him that he wasn't able to catch the rustlers or recover the stolen cattle.Smith is disappointed, but he is grateful to Pearson for trying. Pearson tells Smith that he will continue to investigate the crime and that he won't give up until the rustlers are caught and the stolen cattle are recovered.The Open Range is a classic example of a Tales Of The Texas Rangers episode. It is a story about a brave and resourceful lawman who is determined to bring justice to the Wild West. The episode is also a reminder of the challenges that the Texas Rangers faced in their work to protect the people of Texas.In addition to the above, here are some other interesting details about the episode:
    The episode was written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell.The episode featured Joel McCrea as Texas Ranger Jace Pearson, Paul Frees as John Smith, and Elliott Lewis as the head rustler.The episode was sponsored by Wheaties cereal.

    • 30 min
    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Fools Gold

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Fools Gold

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Fools Gold is a radio episode that aired on October 7, 1950. It is a fictional story based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers.The episode begins with a group of treasure hunters arriving in a small town in Texas. The treasure hunters are looking for a lost gold mine that is said to be hidden in the nearby hills.Texas Ranger Jace Pearson is suspicious of the treasure hunters. He believes that they are up to no good, and he decides to keep an eye on them.The treasure hunters eventually find the lost gold mine. They start mining the gold, and they quickly become wealthy. However, their newfound wealth also makes them greedy and reckless.Pearson warns the treasure hunters to be careful, but they don't listen to him. They continue to mine the gold, and they eventually start fighting over it.One of the treasure hunters kills another treasure hunter in a fight over gold. Pearson arrests the killer and charges him with murder.The other treasure hunters realize that they have made a mistake. They abandon the gold mine and flee the town.Pearson returns to the town and tells the residents that the treasure hunters are gone. He also warns them not to be fooled by the promise of easy wealth.Fools Gold is a classic example of a Tales Of The Texas Rangers episode. It is a story about the dangers of greed and the importance of being careful with newfound wealth. The episode is also a reminder of the importance of the law and the role of the Texas Rangers in upholding the law.In addition to the above, here are some other interesting details about the episode:The episode was written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell.The episode featured Joel McCrea as Texas Ranger Jace Pearson, Paul Frees as a treasure hunter, and Elliott Lewis as the town sheriff.The episode was sponsored by Wheaties cereal.

    • 30 min
    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Apache Peak

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Apache Peak

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Apache Peak is a radio episode that aired on July 22, 1950. It is a fictional story based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers.The episode begins with a New York driver named Joe Allen being killed by a hitchhiker. The hitchhiker is a young man named Apache Jack. Apache Jack is a Native American who is angry at the white man for taking his land. He is determined to kill as many white men as possible.Texas Ranger Jace Pearson is assigned to investigate Allen's murder. He soon discovers that Apache Jack is responsible for the crime. Pearson also discovers that Apache Jack is planning to raid a white settlement.Pearson tracks Apache Jack to his hideout in Apache Peak. He confronts Apache Jack and orders him to surrender, but Apache Jack opens fire. Pearson returns fire and kills Apache Jack.Pearson returns to the white settlement and warns the residents about the danger. The residents are grateful to Pearson for saving them from Apache Jack.Apache Peak is a classic example of a Tales Of The Texas Rangers episode. It is a story about a brave and resourceful lawman who brings justice to the Wild West. The episode is also a reminder of the dangers that the Texas Rangers faced in their work to protect the people of Texas.In addition to the above, here are some other interesting details about the episode:The episode was written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell.The episode featured Joel McCrea as Texas Ranger Jace Pearson, Paul Frees as Joe Allen, and Elliott Lewis as Apache Jack.

    • 30 min
    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The White Elephant

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The White Elephant

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The White Elephant is a radio episode that aired on September 23, 1950. It is a fictional story based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers.The episode begins with a white elephant being shipped to a circus in Texas. The elephant is a rare and valuable animal, and it is attracting a lot of attention.Texas Ranger Jace Pearson is assigned to protect the elephant while it is being transported. Pearson knows that the elephant is a valuable target for thieves and criminals.Pearson and his team escort the elephant to the circus. The elephant is safely delivered, and Pearson and his team return to their base.However, Pearson soon learns that a group of criminals is planning to steal the elephant. The criminals are led by a notorious outlaw named Black Bart.Pearson tracks the criminals to their hideout. He confronts them and orders them to surrender, but they open fire. Pearson returns fire and kills Black Bart. The other criminals flee.Pearson returns to the circus and tells the circus owner that the elephant is safe. The circus owner is grateful to Pearson for saving the elephant.The White Elephant is a classic example of a Tales Of The Texas Rangers episode. It is a story about a brave and resourceful lawman who brings justice to the Wild West. The episode is also a reminder of the dangers that the Texas Rangers faced in their work to protect the people of Texas.In addition to the above, here are some other interesting details about the episode:The episode was written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell.The episode featured Joel McCrea as Texas Ranger Jace Pearson, Paul Frees as Black Bart, and Elliott Lewis as the circus owner.

    • 30 min
    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The Broken Spur

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The Broken Spur

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - The Broken Spur is a radio episode that aired on August 12, 1950. It is a fictional story based on the real-life exploits of the Texas Rangers.The episode begins with a rancher named Milton Thomas being killed and his home burned to the ground. Texas Ranger Jace Pearson is assigned to investigate the crime. He soon discovers that Thomas was involved in a feud with a neighboring rancher named Jim Barton. Pearson suspects that Barton is responsible for Thomas's murder, but he needs to find evidence to prove it.Pearson goes to Barton's ranch and confronts him. Barton denies any involvement in Thomas's murder, but Pearson doesn't believe him. He searches the ranch for evidence, but he doesn't find anything.Pearson decides to go back to the Thomas ranch and search it again. This time, he finds a broken spur that belongs to Barton. Pearson takes the spur to a blacksmith and has him identify it. The blacksmith confirms that the spur belongs to Barton.Pearson returns to Barton's ranch and arrests him for Thomas's murder. Barton confesses to the crime and is taken to jail.The Broken Spur is a classic example of a Tales Of The Texas Rangers episode. It is a story about a brave and resourceful lawman who brings justice to the Wild West. The episode is also a reminder of the dangers that the Texas Rangers faced in their work to protect the people of Texas.

    • 29 min
    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Quick Silver

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Quick Silver

    Tales Of The Texas Rangers - Quick Silver

    • 29 min

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