Lum and Abner – Adjusting to Life on the Dude Ranch. 480920

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Finally at the La Cucarocha Dude Ranch, grandpap and Abner talk about the scenery and activities. Lizabeth has learned to swim, and is enjoying relaxing by the pool. Abner would rather hide out behind the barn, and not get drawn into the activity.

Lum tries to help Abner understand what a steeple chase is, and in doing the Australian crawl. Cedric has his own reasons for not wanting to stay. Is he too young to be welcome at the ranch? He’s only 6, since his birthday is on Leap year, that’s all he’s had so far.

Abner is so infuriated, he’s willing to buy the land across the street, and make his own dude ranch. Only boys will be allowed, and get away from the pressures of the city.