The Burro Who Had No Name | Death Valley Days (06-17-38)
Summary
Two prospectors, Smitty and Oli, argue over buying a white burro, which Smitty considers a jinx. After the animal saves Oli’s life by guiding him to help after a fall, Smitty’s superstitions crumble. The episode concludes with the duo reconciling and discovering a valuable gold strike, proving the "unlucky" burro was actually their good luck charm.
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Show Introduction: Death Valley Days
Episode Title: The Burro Who Had No Name
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Story Begins: Prospecting in the Desert
Negotiating the Price of Burros
The Superstition of the White Burro
The White Burro Follows the Prospectors
Feeding the Burro and Partner Conflict
The Burro's Departure and Return
Cooking Dinner and Missing Bread
The Burro Steals the Bread
Naming the Burro and Superstition
The Burro Returns Injured
Treating the Rattlesnake Bite
The Burro's Visit to the Saloon
Oli's Accident and the Burro's Help
Reunion and Discovery of Gold
Naming the Burro and Reconciliation
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