The Silent Influence of Leo D. Maloney: Decoding Headin' Through

Bob Baxter, a man whose past is a closed book, is in love with ranch owner "Pop" Hilder's daughter, Rhoda. Gambler Roy Harlan arrives and attempts to blackmail Bob for $25,000, the reward advertised for the apprehension of Bob under the name "Warner." Rhoda overhears the conversation, but Bob refuses to explain. She finally gets Bob's sidekick, "The Duke," to divulge that Bob took the blame for a shooting done by his brother-in-law. Bob attempts to leave, and Harlan calls for the sheriff and solicits the aid of Lige Gilson and his two buddies, The Yuma Kid and Roxy LaRue, who have a grudge against Bob. Rhoda tries to help Bob but is abducted by Harlan. Bob tracks Harlan to his hideout with the aid of his dog, Bullet. He captures the gang by a ruse and beats up Harlan. The sheriff arrives with the news that Bob's brother-in-law has confessed on his deathbed to the shooting. Bob is free to pursue his romance with Rhoda.