Tales of the Texas Rangers: Apache Peak

When a hitchiker murders a New York City salesman who had stopped to give him a late night ride on a lonely stretch of Texas highway, Jace Pearson is called in to lead the investigation.

His only clues: A laundry tag and a package of cigarettes.

This show is a wonderfully informative procedural show that follows the step-by-step investigation.  

Good writing, direction and acting.  Top-notch mystery with a Western flair.

Featuring: Joel McCrea, Tony Barrett, Bill Johnstone, Sam Edwards, Paul Dubov, Virginia Gregg, Byron Kane.  Original Air Date: 7-22-50 on NBC

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Photo:  Joel McCrea as Jace Pearson