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The Western Wallop Synopsis
Parolee Bart Tullison becomes foreman of Anita Stillwell's ranch near the Nevada border. While Anita considers Bart a coward because he will not pursue cattle rustlers across the border, Jefferson Bradshaw learns of Bart's past and resolves to use it to end the growing affection between Anita and Bart. Bradshaw kidnaps Anita and takes her into Nevada, and Bart follows and rescues her. While Bradshaw is taking a beating, the sheriff arrives with a pardon for Bart and the news of the confession of the true perpetrator of the crime for which Bart was convicted on circumstantial evidence.
The Red-Haired Cupid Synopsis
Unhappy with William "Red" Saunders, the foreman of the Chanta Seechee Ranch in Oklahoma, its Eastern owners send a Boston tenderfoot named Albert Jones to manage the ranch with "Eastern business methods." Red prevents the angry cowboys from quitting, but they insist on making Jones the butt of their jokes and tricks. Upon learning that Jones's niece, Loys Andres, is planning a visit, the boys plan a rowdy reception for the woman, whom they expect will be an old maid. Loys's beauty, however, surprises them all, and Red's bunk-mate, Kyle Lambert, falls in love with her, and he soon proposes. When Jones tries to break up the romance, Red arranges for an elopement, but as the lovers reach the ford, a rustler called "Squint-Eye" Lucas fires at them, slightly wounding Kyle. Loys returns to the ranch for help, Red shoots Lucas, and Kyle is rescued, after which Loys and Kyle marry. Beaten, Jones gives the couple his blessing.
"The Western Wallop" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Red-Haired Cupid" offers its own unique cult appeal.
Suggested Watch:
The Western Wallop