Madge Nelson storms into the Bradley gun shop to confront young Paul Bradley to whom she is engaged. Surprised to see her Paul realizes he forgot he was to take her to a dance that night. His father Tate tells her it was his fault but she storms out spotting Tony Egan across the street with a buggy. Although he is obviously drunk, she asks him to take her to the dance to which he agrees. Paul tries to stop them by grabbing the team but when Tony whips them to go he is dragged down between the horses and under the buggy. Tate tries to help but Tony takes off leaving Paul dead and Tate crippled for life. Tate hires Josh to bring Tony back dead or alive for $1000. Josh finds Tony in another town and brings him back alive. Tony had been unaware Paul died but is willing to return. Upon returning Josh learns he won't be paid until Tony is dead and the town hates him as they believe it was an accident. Josh tries to stay to get his money but pressure builds for him to leave.
—Anonymous