Summary
Kent Hollis, a rugged Easterner with a reputation for fists and fairness, rides into the parched outpost of Dry Bottom, New Mexico, only to discover that the town is shackled by the iron grip of the unscrupulous magnate Big Bill. After a brutal confrontation that leaves the tyrant reeling, Kent resolves to remain, intent on imposing a semblance of jurisprudence upon the lawless streets. He soon learns that Bill's henchmen are pilfering his cattle, a provocation that escalates into a series of threats, a demanded departure, and a vicious ambush. Rescued and nursed back to health by the compassionate Nellie Hazelton—who herself is the object of Bill's covetous desire—Kent enters the race for sheriff, guaranteeing a transparent ballot despite Bill's attempts at ballot‑box fraud. Victorious, Kent becomes the town's new lawman, but Bill's vendetta intensifies, culminating in a relentless pursuit and a climactic gunfight that ends with Kent's triumph, Nellie's love, and the restoration of order to Dry Bottom.
Synopsis
Upon his arrival in Dry Bottom, New Mexico, Easterner Kent Hollis beats up the town's crooked boss, then decides to stay and bring law and order to the community. When he discovers that Big Bill's men are rustling his cattle, Big Bill threatens him, challenges him to leave town within a few hours, then attacks him. Kent is nursed back to health by Nellie Hazelton, who is also desired by Big Bill. Kent places his name in consideration for sheriff and enforces a fair election although Big Bill's men attempt to stuff the ballot box. Kent wins the election but also the ire of Big Bill, who chases and attacks him. Kent wins the shootout and the love of Nellie. Law and order is restored to Dry Bottom.
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