Tom Wallace lives with his uncle, John Higgins, and Tom is the sole heir to his uncle's wealth. Joe Watkins, the sheriff, and Higgins are life-long enemies, and when Higgins discovers that Tom is in love with Fern Watkins, he threatens to ...See moreTom Wallace lives with his uncle, John Higgins, and Tom is the sole heir to his uncle's wealth. Joe Watkins, the sheriff, and Higgins are life-long enemies, and when Higgins discovers that Tom is in love with Fern Watkins, he threatens to disinherit Tom. Marie and Miguel Garcia have purchased a farm from Higgins on the installment plan and Marie works hard to meet the payments, while Miguel spends his time in the town dance hall. Miguel wanting money for his revelries decides to rob Higgins. Higgins surprises Miguel in the act of robbing him, and Miguel shoots and kills Higgins and escapes. Cowboys find Higgins' dead body, and Tom is accused of the murder. The party come upon the dead body of Miguel, who had fallen off a cliff. The sheriff finds the money and tells Tom he is sorry he accused him. Fern pleads her love for Tom and her father relents. Written by
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