Ep 17. S2 E17 - The Lawless Press
- January 25, 1952
- 26 min
The Gene Autry Show was an American Western television series that aired from 1950 to 1956, starring Gene Autry as himself, a singing cowboy and former rodeo champion. The series focused on Autry's adventures and struggles as he tried to maintain law and order in the Wild West.
In Season 2 Episode 17, titled "The Lawless Press," Autry finds himself embroiled in a dangerous situation as he tries to protect the freedom of the press. The episode opens with Autry arriving in the town of Buckskin to visit his friend, newspaper publisher Tom Crosby. Upon arriving, Autry learns that the town's corrupt sheriff, Jake Williams, and his henchmen are trying to shut down Crosby's newspaper and prevent him from printing anything critical of their illegal activities.
Autry is determined to help Crosby and protect the rights of the press, but it soon becomes clear that the situation is more dangerous than he initially thought. Williams and his men will stop at nothing to silence Crosby and anyone who tries to stand in their way. Autry finds himself in the middle of a tense standoff between the corrupt lawmen and the townspeople who support Crosby and his newspaper.
As the episode progresses, Autry must use all of his skills and resources to outsmart and outmaneuver Williams and his gang. With the help of his trusty horse Champion and his friend Pat Buttram, Autry sets out to expose Williams' criminal activities and bring him to justice.
One of the highlights of the episode is Autry's musical performances. As always, he sings several songs throughout the episode, including "South of the Border" and "The Devil's Great Grandson." Autry's music was a significant part of the series and helped to make him one of the most beloved figures in Western entertainment.
Overall, "The Lawless Press" is an exciting and action-packed episode that showcases Gene Autry's talent as a singing cowboy and a hero of the Wild West. It's a classic example of the type of stories that made The Gene Autry Show such a popular and enduring series, and it's sure to be a hit with fans of Westerns and classic television.
