22 May 1947
The Vigilante: Fighting Hero of the West
Columbia's 33rd serial (made between "Jack Armstrong" and "The Sea Hound") was based on the character that first appeared in "Action Comics" No. 42.
Speed to Burn
EVERY THRILLING MOMENT FILLED WITH GRAND ENTERTAINMENT!
Horse racing provides the framework of this crime drama that centers on an orphan who has been raising a promising horse.
Top Billed Cast
Michael Whalen Matt Kerry
Lynn Bari Marion Clark
Marvin Stephens Tim Turner
Henry Armetta Papa Gambini
Chick Chandler Sport Fields
Sidney Blackmer Hastings
Johnnie Pirrone Jr. Tony Gambini
Charles D. Brown Pop Williams
Inez Palange Mama Gambini (as Ines Palange)
Lon Chaney Jr. Racetrack Mug
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