Fred Garth Jailed for Murder - Dr. Sixgun | 10/07/1954 (Ep06)
Summary
In this episode of *Dr. Six-Gun*, the frontier doctor investigates a murder in Frenchman's Ford after a young cowboy, Fred Garth, is arrested for robbing an express office. Despite Fred's refusal to defend himself, Dr. Six-Gun suspects his innocence and races against time to uncover the truth. The story reveals that Fred remained silent to protect his father, who was the actual killer, leading to a dramatic jailhouse rescue and a confrontation with the town's lawmen.
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Dr. Six-Gun theme and introduction
Dr. Six-Gun's arrival and meeting Midnight
Dr. Six-Gun meets Fred Garth on the trail
Fred's confession of shooting a man
Dr. Six-Gun summoned to the jail
Treating Fred and identifying the suspect
The red bandanna clue and trial preparations
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Jinny Wheelock visits the jail
Jinny reveals her relationship with Fred
Judge Passman's biased court session
Fred's guilty plea and sentencing
Jinny's emotional reaction to the verdict
Dr. Six-Gun questions Fred's silence
Dr. Six-Gun decides to investigate further
Interview with Fred's mother at Adobe Hut
Telegram from the territorial governor
Jailbreak attempt and confrontation
The peddler reveals the true killer
Resolution and Fred's final request
Closing song
Credits and broadcast information
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