Back Fire

In the arid expanse of a forsaken town, two destitute cowboys, Poke Williams and Jack Hoxie, meander into the local saloon, their tattered clothing and gaunt faces a testament to their impoverished existence. A fleeting, jesting remark about robbing the express office sets off a chain of events, as a bystander, Lew Meehan, overhears their conversation. When the office is indeed robbed shortly thereafter, the cowboys are promptly blamed for the crime, their hapless situation spiraling into a maelstrom of false accusations and desperate attempts to clear their names. As the narrative unfolds, a complex tapestry of characters emerges, including the enigmatic Florence Gilbert, the captivating Zalla Zarana, and the ruthless William Gould, each contributing to the escalating tension and intrigue.