Tom Mix – Scarlet Scarecrow. 1948

Who is the Scarlet Scarecrow? Listen in as sheriff Mike talks about the nemesis of Tom Mix. What tricks is he up to, and how does he manage to do them? Tom thinks he has a handle on the criminal, but what he needs at the moment is a good night’s sleep at his ranch. Sassafrass and sourdough! Does Tom actually know enough to be able to relax a little?

A young straightshooter named Jeff rides up and Tom encourage him to spend the night with him and sheriff Mike at the TM Bar ranch. In the morning, the weary trio are refreshed, but not without complications. What secret is jeff trying to hide? Will Tom take him on to work with his crew on the ranch?

A phone call brings disturbing news that the Scarlet Scarecrow is at it again. What’s the solution to the mystery? Listen closely to the phone call Tom had about Mrs Grant.

PS: A bonus roundtable discussion goes over the clues.