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CANDY MAN and CLEAN UP TALES OF THE TEXAS RANGERS

1001 Stories From the Old West

Release Date: 03/25/2026

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1001 Stories From the Old West

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its ru

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1001 Stories From the Old West

The Oregon Trail Chap 20  The Lonely Journey  Summary In this chapter, Parkman and his companions press deeper into the wilderness as their long westward trek enters a new phase. The open prairie begins to fall away behind them, replaced by rougher country that demands more from both men and horses. The days grow more strenuous, the nights colder, and the sense of isolation more profound. Parkman captures the rhythm of frontier travel with vivid detail — the early starts, the steady plodding of the animals, the constant search for water, and the small but essential routines that...

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1001 Stories From the Old West

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its ru

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1001 Stories From the Old West

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its ru

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1001 Stories From the Old West

🎙️ **SHOW NOTES — The Oregon Trail, Chapter 19 “Passage of the Mountains”**  Narrated by Jon Hagadorn for 1001 Stories From The Old West In this chapter, Parkman and his companions push deeper into the rugged backbone of the frontier, leaving the open plains behind as they begin their ascent into the mountains. The journey becomes a test of endurance: steep trails, loose rock, and narrow passes that force the party to move slowly and carefully, often leading their horses by hand. Parkman’s descriptions capture both the majesty and the menace of the high country. The air grows...

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1001 Stories From the Old West

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its ru

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1001 Stories From the Old West

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its ru

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1001 Stories From the Old West

🎙️ SHOW NOTES 1001 Stories From The Old West Francis Parkman — The Oregon Trail, Chapters 17 & 18 The Black Hills & The Mountain Hunt Chapter 17 — The Black Hills In this chapter, Parkman and his companions push into the rugged, pine‑covered ridges of the Black Hills — a landscape that feels darker, wilder, and more mysterious than anything they’ve crossed so far. The trail grows steep and broken, the air turns sharp, and the party finds itself surrounded by towering rock formations and dense timber that seem to swallow sound. Parkman’s descriptions capture both...

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1001 Stories From the Old West

Tales of the Texas Rangers, a western adventure old-time radio drama, premiered on July 8, 1950, on the US NBC radio network and remained on the air through September 14, 1952. Movie star Joel McCrea starred as Texas Ranger Jayce Pearson, who used the latest scientific techniques to identify the criminals and his faithful horse, Charcoal, to track them down. The shows were reenactments of actual Texas Ranger cases.The series was produced and directed by Stacy Keach, Sr., and was sponsored for part of its ru

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1001 Stories From the Old West

 Kindly leave reviews wherever possible and share our show!  Thank You 🎙️ SHOW NOTES The Oregon Trail by Francis Parkman Chapter 16 — “The Trappers” Chapter 16 deepens Parkman’s immersion into the world of the mountain men, picking up the thread from the previous chapter but shifting the focus from first impressions to lived experience. Now traveling in close company with these seasoned trappers, Parkman observes not just their appearance and habits, but the rhythms of their daily life — the quiet competence, the sudden bursts of danger, and the unspoken code that...

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More Episodes

 

⭐ “Candy Man” 
In “Candy Man,” Ranger Jace Pearson is called in when a seemingly harmless drifter—known for handing out candy to kids—becomes the prime suspect in a shocking crime. What begins as a routine inquiry quickly turns into a tense manhunt as Jace uncovers the man’s troubled past and the trail of deception he’s left behind.
The episode blends small‑town unease with classic Ranger detective work. Jace must separate rumor from fact, track down elusive leads, and confront a suspect who hides behind a friendly smile. The tension builds steadily as the investigation reveals how appearances can mask darker intentions.
This is Tales of the Texas Rangers at its best: a mix of psychological suspense, frontier law enforcement, and the quiet persistence that defined the Rangers’ real‑life work.

⭐ “Clean Up”  
“Clean Up” opens with a violent crime that threatens to ignite a wave of fear across a rural Texas community. Ranger Jace Pearson steps in to restore order, but the case proves more tangled than it first appears. What looks like a straightforward arrest becomes a deeper investigation into hidden motives, old grudges, and a criminal who’s determined to cover his tracks at any cost.
Jace methodically pieces together the truth, following a trail of small clues that lead to a larger conspiracy. The episode highlights the Rangers’ reputation for patience, toughness, and the ability to bring calm to chaotic situations. As the case unfolds, Jace must outthink a suspect who believes he’s already gotten away clean.
“Clean Up” delivers a satisfying blend of action, deduction, and the gritty realism that made the series a standout in the golden age of radio crime drama.

 

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