This classic Western film illustrates how corporate entities like the Triangle Mining Company used intimidation, violence, and manipulation to acquire land and resources from local communities, while ordinary citizens and law enforcement worked together to expose corporate crimes and protect their homes and livelihoods.
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Justice Rode Into Town with a Loaded Revolver | Classic Western Movie
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Please don't shoot and don't let them get me.
All right.
Now you stay here till I get back.
>> I almost got you back then. He got away.
Well, I reckon you're the fellow that scared him away. And I'm much obliged to you. You sure saved that st. >> I guess there's no harm, John. He didn't get anything.
>> Say, are you here?
>> Yeah. I'll get my horse and ride in with you if you don't mind. Good. All right.
We can't get off.
Well, this as far as we go.
>> Say, um, maybe you can help me out. I'm looking for a friend of mine that has lame around here. His name's Larry Moore. Do you know him?
>> Well, I know. I don't recollect having met anyone by that name. Well, >> he's got a mind. He calls it the two friends.
I tell you what, you go over and call on Frank Sher and he meets most everybody that drifts in here. And that's his place right over there.
>> All right. Thanks very much.
Come in, >> Mr. Sheridan.
>> Yes.
>> My name's Bobrandle. Well, I'm glad to know you, Mr. Kandle. What can I do for you?
>> Well, I'm looking for a man by the name of Larry Moore. He owns a mine nearby here called the Two Friends. You know where I could locate him?
>> Larry Moore.
Two friends mine.
The names don't come to my mind just now.
Our company bought up quite a few claims around Bonanza.
Let me look in my files.
Are you sure your friend's claim was near Bonanza?
>> I'm positive of it. He mentioned the name of the town in his letters. I wonder if I could find out anything at the recorder's office.
>> That's a good idea. If he filed a claim around here, it'll be recorded in the books at that office. I'll go over with you. That's fine.
>> There's a recorder's office across the street.
Hello, Looney. Struck Rich?
>> I just struck the mother load. I got millions.
>> What's the matter with him?
>> Poor devil. He's a bit cracked. He's always making a big strike.
Sam, this gentleman is looking for some information. See if you can help him out.
>> I'm trying to locate a man by the name of Larry Moore.
He's got a mine called the Two Friends.
It's located near here.
You say it must have been around January. Yes. Uh that's the month he wrote me that he just made the strike.
There's nothing here in the record book.
Well, I don't understand it.
>> Well, a lot of them don't record their claims. They're afraid of a stampede.
>> Yes, that's right. Then again, he might have found an immediate buyer, sold out, and moved on.
>> That sounds possible, but but I doubt it. I think I'll mosey around town and do a little inquiring.
>> Well, I'm sorry I couldn't be of more help, but if there's anything else I can do, look me up.
>> Thank you very much for your trouble, Mr. Sheridan. Thank you, too.
Ouch. You What do you think?
Get out of here, you meny coyote.
talking about.
>> Say, partner, that isn't very sportsmanlike kicking a hungry dog like that. You're tend to your own business.
I ain't going to have no dog around while I'm eating.
>> All right, drop that chair. Get there, you two. Come on, stand up there.
All right, now get going.
Hey, you you wait a minute.
Pick up that chair.
Now sit down.
Take off your hat. Take it off.
You wait here. I'm going to tell the boss.
waitress, come here.
I can't eat anymore.
Then give it to uh That's the dog.
Come on, give it to him.
That's a boy.
He likes it.
I think you better pay the check.
>> How much steak, too?
>> $2.
>> All right. Get >> I'll get you and that mut both for this.
I think we can take care of ourselves.
Well, how'd you like that, boy?
>> Stay here and watch that fell. I'm fixing him before he leaves this house.
>> Come on over here. I want to talk to you. Come on. Come on over here.
It's a baby.
>> Listen. How are you?
LM Larry Moore.
Do you know Larry?
Boy, do you know Larry?
You do?
Come on, take me to Larry. Come on.
>> Well, I sort of ruined that table there.
How much are you all told?
>> Ah, forget it. It was worth the table to see you wipe up the flow of them bullies. Well, I'll drop any again sometime.
>> But listen, use a chair next time. It's cheaper.
>> Come on, boy.
>> Come on. Come on.
Oh, hold on. Hold on.
We can't take a chance on him finding out anything. Somebody might drop a word. And Sheridan Crannle just rode out of town. Which way was he headed?
Towards Silver Trail.
>> Well, that's the direction of the mine.
I wonder if he's found out something already.
Follow him and see that he doesn't come back. Understand? That'll be a pleasure.
You better go out the back way.
Hey Heat.
Heat.
Come here.
What do you want? I'm looking for a little information about what?
About a friend of mine named Larry Moore. Do you know him?
>> Never heard of him. You saw that sign over there, didn't you? You better get going.
>> Just a minute.
I want to ask you boys a few questions, and you better come clean. What was the name of this mine before it was the triangle?
I don't get you. It's all the triangle mine.
>> Oh, yeah.
Well, a friend of mine by the name of Larry Moore discovered this and he called it the two friends mine. That's so, isn't it? You got the wrong place, partner.
There's no telling how many he's got help happening.
Hey, Stampede horses. Come around the map.
What did he want around here?
>> He wanted to know about Larry Moore.
>> Hey, this is getting serious. I better ride back to town and tell the boss.
There's no telling how much help that fell's got here.
Oh.
Oh.
Stay here till I get back.
You sent for me, Mr. Sheridan.
Sam, I just got the assayers's report on that mine I was telling you about. It's rich. I want you to destroy all record of it in your books. I'm adding it to the triangle interest in a day or so.
Uh, don't you think that's dangerous with that that friend of Larry Morris hanging around? He suspects plenty now.
And if there should be a row, what?
Don't you worry about this Bobrandle.
The boys will take care of him the minute he shows his face. I'll take care of the brain work. You just follow my orders.
Oh, I wish I never got into this thing.
You are in it, and you're going to stay in it and do as I say. As long as I say.
Now, go on over to your office and destroy those records.
Yes, sir.
What's up, Sam?
>> That friend of yours, he broke into my office and was snooping around my record book.
>> Is he there now?
>> Yes.
>> Well, I'll go get Curt and text. You run and notify the boss.
HE'S GOT A TRUCK THERE. OUT THE WINDOW, BOYS.
What do you want?
>> Is somebody after you?
>> Yes.
>> What do you want?
>> We're looking for a thief who just robbed the recorder's office.
>> Get in here.
>> Quick, get in that clothes closet.
Boys, search all the rooms. Done. You go down and call the sheriff.
>> Come on. I'll show you where the building is.
>> What happened, Mr. Sheridan?
>> We're looking for a thief. Did you see anyone?
>> Well, I know.
>> He must have went out the back way.
We'll continue the search outside.
>> Sorry, we had to wait you, Miss Ellen.
No.
You can come out now.
>> You sort of helping me like this uh makes us even.
>> Yes. The last time we met I was >> Oh, so that's what they called me, huh?
>> Yeah.
>> Well, I don't suppose there's any harm changing confidences.
You know, I'm sort of curious as to why a girl like you try to hold up an oil wagon.
>> Suppose it was just my way of getting what rightfully belongs to me.
>> You mean the silver bullion in that wagon?
>> Yes. From one of the mines that's supposed to belong to the Triangle Company.
>> The Triangle Mining Company?
>> You also seem interested in the Triangle.
>> You bet I am.
What did they do to you?
>> Not me. My father. They robbed him of his mind and murdered him.
>> Oh. Uh, I'm sorry that I uh >> Oh, that's all right. Uh, sit down and I'll tell you about it.
>> I was East in school when it happened and I was to meet my father here when he got settled. I received a letter from him telling me of some trouble he was in. He mentioned the triangle people.
So, I was afraid and I came at once, but I was too late.
Seems that other people have met with the same fate as my father. This triangle company has reached out and tried to steal every mine in this section. So, I remained here determined to find out who robbed and murdered my father. I took an assumed name so that no one would discover who I really was.
>> And you've learned nothing?
>> Not yet, but I'm not giving up.
>> Then perhaps we can work together and help one another.
like you. I came out here to meet someone, my partner, but I was too late.
>> I think it'll be safer if I have this record book until we take care of this snooper.
>> I knew we're going to be found out. I'm not going in any deeper. I'm through.
>> Shut up. We haven't been found out yet.
Stop your whimpering. Put out that light and go on home.
So, you see, we're sort of drawn together by a common cause to find the man that's back of this Triangle mining company.
>> If we could only find out who left that mysterious note on your saddle, he must know something.
>> Yes, he did give me a good tip. There's a lot of crooked business going on. He's torn out that recording book and the man that's keeping it taking orders from someone. If we can only make him talk.
Do you know where this recorder Dunn lives? Yes, right at the edge of town.
Wait until I dress and I'll go with you.
>> All right.
>> It's dark in there, but the door is open.
>> Look, >> it looks like we're too late again.
He's been shot.
And the man that shot him got through that window. He'll never do any more talking.
>> And if I don't miss my guest, the triangle out back at us >> to prevent him from talking.
>> It certainly looks that way.
>> Say, we better get out of here. If someone sees us, we'll have a lot of explaining to do.
>> Yes. Come on.
>> Too bad we didn't find out anything.
>> Yes, it is.
>> Hi, boy.
>> Oh, so this is your friend's dog?
>> Yes. I was wondering if you could keep him for me. You see, I'm going to have to work undercover from now on.
>> Well, be glad to, Mr. We don't even know each other's names. I'm Molly Welpurn.
>> My name's Bob Crannle. And now that we know each other and going to work together, I think we better decide on a secret meeting place.
>> You know, it wouldn't be so good for us to be seen together.
>> No, I know just the place. There's an old abandoned mine shack about a mile out of the Silver Trail. It'll be safe for us to meet there.
>> Good. I'll walk part way back to the hotel with you.
>> All right. Come on, boy.
>> I heard old Sam was done up last night.
>> Yep. Murder.
>> Mr. Sheridan's in there checking up now.
>> I guess we've looked over everything.
There's nothing left here that can do us any harm.
Anything gone?
>> Yes, the record book.
>> I'm sure the number we chased last night got poor old Sam.
>> I liked old Sam. I guess the least I can do is see that he gets a decent burial.
Thank you again.
Good morning, Miss Alan.
>> Good morning, Mr. Sharon.
Oh god.
>> What's the matter, boss?
>> The record book. It's gone.
>> Well, come with me. What I've got to show you may explain who took it.
a dog. Well, what of it? That dog belongs to that fellow that calls himself Bob Kandle. And that room belongs to the girl that's working for you. I got a hunch them two's working together.
I'm beginning to understand what happened to that record book. Come on, we'll go over and search that room.
The dog can't hurt you. He's tired.
See what you can find in that dresser over there.
>> Slug, come here.
>> Find that record book.
>> No, there's nothing in there but some clothes.
>> Right. Now, money. That girl's name is one Melbourne. Well, that's the old and she's his daughter and she work for me under an assumed name.
>> You want something, Miss Ellen?
>> No. Uh, well, yes, that is. I have an errand to do and I'd like to get away for a short time.
>> What's the meaning of this?
>> Now, let's quit pretending. Miss Welburn, >> where's that record book?
>> I don't know what you're talking about.
>> No use acting any longer. We might as well lay our cards on the table.
I know that you and this Bobrandle are working together. That you hid him in your room last night.
>> Then you you're the Triangle Mining Company.
>> As if you didn't know.
>> Then you you murdered my father.
>> Removed might be a better sounding term.
But of course, you'd have to prove that.
And as there are no witnesses, it would simply be your word against mine. And even if you did get a chance to use this evidence, which you certainly will not, and neither will your friend Bobrandle, my men will take care of him. They'll shoot him down as a man who robbed the recorder's office and shot Sam Dunn.
We're going for a little ride. You not to cause any trouble.
Hey, what are you doing snooping around here?
>> I STUCK IT, RICH. I STUCK IT RICH.
>> WELL, you come with me.
Hey, fella.
If they stopped you in time, you were sure walking into a trap.
>> They're waiting for you.
>> You sure?
>> Yeah. I'm just down here playing a part.
I'm down here to look into the doings of this triangle company.
>> Well, you certainly had me fool completely.
>> They got no time to waste. I just got the dope on the fellow that's responsible for these claim jumpings and the murders in the Bonanza. It's this fellow, Frank Sheridan.
>> Sheridan? How'd you get the dope on him?
>> Well, I first suspected something when I saw him hid in that record book from the recorder's office. Then just a few minutes ago, I overheard him spill everything. Well, let's be traveling. I may need your help. Sheron's heading for the Silver Trail, and he's got the girl along with him that worked for him.
>> You don't mean Miss Welurn, do you?
>> I think that's her name.
>> Come on.
>> What happened to you?
>> I don't know. I must be screwier seeing things. I just saw a worm turn into a wolf.
That's a crannle now owl and he's got Looney with him. Looney me I we're the ones that's crazy. That's a bird that's been working with Crannle.
There's Sheridan now talking to two of his cutthroats. I wonder where the girl is. She's probably in the cabin.
You stay here and watch them. I'll take care of these boys.
Oh, I'm going back to town and see if they got that fell. Crannle.
There he is now.
Come with me.
Isn't that a cardly trick?
You stay here and watch his men. I'm going after that wagon.
HEAT.
HEAT.
HEAT. HEAT.
NICE FISH.
You know, it looks as if we've got a lot of work ahead of us.
>> Yeah. You know what I think?
>> What? If we consolidated, it'd make it much easier.
>> That's a good idea.
>> You think so?
Our gods, please help us, Dad.
Well, we got both of them.
We'd better make sure No sign of them. I reckon they're on the bottom.
>> Well, they got you, oldtimer.
>> The feel of my head, they did get me.
What happened?
>> Well, they shot you off your horse and you fell over the cliff >> into the water, eh? You pulled me out.
Son, I I reckon I owe you my life.
He'd forgive me.
>> Don't worry about that, Dad. We got to get out of here. Think you can make it?
>> Well, I'll make it or bust a cinch.
Everything worked out just as you planned. Only we bumped into a couple of strangers. We had a run and fight. They got Jake, but they're on the bottom of the river.
>> What about the girl? Are you sure she didn't recognize you?
>> Nah, we didn't get close enough for that.
>> She's probably in town by now. Come on.
>> Hello, boys. Any word from the factory train? Here comes Betty now.
>> Where's your father?
>> Where's Tom?
>> Dad and Tom are dead.
>> They killed them.
>> Who killed them? There there. Tell us all about it, Miss Betty.
>> Well, we were just coming through the path and then these men rode after the outlaws. I ran to dad and found him.
>> There, there, Miss B. I am I've been given away with everything.
>> Miss Petty, you must let me take care of you. I want you to consider my ranch your home until we can make more definite plans for your future. I want you to know that I'll do everything possible to help you.
>> And you'll send someone for him?
>> I'm going myself right away.
Oh, Mrs. Williams, I want you to take care of Betty until I return.
in town. I reckon dead.
His daughter just told us we're just going to bring him into town.
>> Yeah.
Well, you can give us a hand then.
How about you take care of me?
Don't move. Either one of you. Now talk and talk fast. Where's the rest of your gang in the provisions? Why was it necessary to kill? You could have taken the packs without committing murder.
Men, we found these two going through Mason's pockets. Now, what's to BE DONE?
>> That gun.
>> I keep them covered. Men, we didn't kill Mason. And if you'll call his daughter, she'll prove it.
>> His daughter's in no condition to be dragged out here and questioned. We're not trying to question anyone, but under the circumstances, I think Miss Mason will be glad to explain.
>> Here she comes. Now, >> Miss Mason, these men have accused us of killing your father.
>> Oh, no. Mr. Mel Grove. These are the men that drove the outlaws away and saved my life.
>> Well, in that case, we certainly owe you gentlemen apology. You of course don't realize, but this town is in the most desperate state. We are without food and ammunition, terrorized by a band of murdering outlaws. Two attempts have been made now to bring in supplies, only to have our men killed and the food taken. Well, if we don't get provisions here before snow sets in, we're trapped.
We're trapped now. We can only last a few days longer.
>> Let's all get out. I tell you, it's the only solution. I think you're right. How can we get out when our money is all gone for food that we never got?
>> Men, I have a little money. Not much, but I'll do this in order that we can get out. I'll give you $100 each for your homestead. I'm taking a long chance of ever getting my money back, but I'll risk it.
>> Oh, that's my square me. Come on.
Come back.
>> Don't you think before you sell your homes for a few dollars that you should take at least one more chance at getting the provisions through?
>> Our men have families. There's been enough killing.
>> Why not let us take a crack at it?
>> If you can get us provisions, I'll pay you well.
>> Forget that. You give us an order and we'll have the provisions back here inside of 4 days.
>> Good. Then come to my ranch this afternoon. I'll give you an order for a $1,000 SUPPLY.
GET OUT.
>> See that palamel girls?
You're going to be mighty interested in him right soon.
>> Who is he?
>> Keeping that for a surprise.
Yeah, >> I'm keeping a surprise for you, too.
Come on.
Come on.
>> Show Miss Mason a spare room. Y remember this is to be your home. Betty, it's going to be a great pleasure to have you with me.
I thought you said those two men were at the bottom of the river.
>> I'd swear those were the two we shot down.
>> Hadn't been for those two medddlers, the town would be moving out right now.
>> Well, anyway, you got the girl.
>> And remember this. She's private property. Hands off.
>> Yeah, you better tell the boys not to be talking around here. She might find out who you really are. Can't wait another inspection of Homestead Valley. Swears it'll be the richest gold strike ever discovered. Runs right through the middle of all the ranches.
>> We'll soon be rid of those umbres. The town will move out and we'll own the gold field.
>> Take her to the hideout. We'll keep her there till the town is deserted. You don't dare.
I'm going over to Melrose and get that order.
Only one came over.
>> What's he doing in the bunk house?
>> I don't know, but now is your chance.
Remember, no shooting.
You boys tell me where Mel Grove is.
>> Well, yeah. I think you'll find him right. Uh, come on. Get in.
you.
What's this all about? I asked these men here.
My boys have orders to hold all strangers. They didn't understand. I'm very sorry. Well, that's all right. Now, girl, we were just playing.
Here's your order. And I wish you luck.
When are you leaving?
>> Right now. We expect to be back before daylight. You see, the outlaws won't be expecting us that soon. I hope you'll get through.
>> Well, it won't be our fault if we don't.
AJ, you hit her, son.
won't be expecting them, eh? Huh?
They'll find out. It's the things we least expect that usually happen.
>> I thought we was going to Sandy.
>> We're not going to be that foolish, old-timer. They'd be waiting for us at the pass.
>> And you think Mel Grove and Dandy are with the Elroy? Well, there's no doubt about it.
>> Well, what should be done?
>> Well, that all depends on what happens between now and tomorrow morning.
Wonder what happened to Miss Mason.
That's it.
And the tail goes with the hide.
>> Hello, my girl.
>> Hi.
>> We'll leave at dawn. They'll be coming through early.
Where's the girl?
>> In the strong room. She won't eat.
>> She'll get over that. I'll have a talk with her tomorrow.
Miss Mason Betty.
>> Oh, I'm so glad you found me.
>> Tell me briefly what's happened.
>> They caught me over here in their plans and brought me here. Nel is the leader.
He's trying to force the people out so we can get their land.
>> But why?
>> Well, you see, under their top soil is a rich gold deposit, and it runs right through all the ranchers. Kent is in with them. Well, they'll be leaving early. I'll be back shortly after dawn to get you. I'll try and get some sleep.
Good night. Good night.
>> Wake up, oldtimer.
>> What's the matter?
>> Clean out them ears. I got a world of news for you.
>> Where you been?
>> I followed Melgro to the hideout.
>> Hey, that sounds interesting. Go on.
Well, they're holding Miss Mason prisoner, and I got to talk to her, and she gave me the lowdown on the whole deal. Now, listen to this.
I'll be back by noon. I want you to guard this place, boys. Keep your eye on the girl. If anybody comes, shoot.
>> Okay, boss.
You try and find the wagon. I'll go get the girl.
Come here.
I've located a wagon and the horses.
Good. Give me a lift here. We're taking this umbrella with us. I'll take him.
>> All right.
Miss Mason.
>> Yes.
>> Hurry and get ready. They've gone.
You've been tricked, Mel. Grove. They're headed for the hideout.
>> He's back. I'm going to break this in.
>> Are you ready? All but making my booth.
>> I'll meet you at the tunnel.
>> All right.
Hey, son. There's enough grub in there to last a year. Come on.
Now, just where do you think you're going?
Run.
Look, they're coming back.
>> Good work, son. But we got to hurry.
They're coming back.
Take that wrong horse behind those trees and race for town.
Hey son, here's a box of dynamite. Might come in handy.
What the hell?
What happened? What's the matter?
>> They took a girl and dancing.
Heat up here.
Heat. Heat.
Heat.
Heat.
Heat.
Keep going, old hammer. I'll stop.
Heat.
Heat.
They've blocked us out. We've got to swim the narrow. $1,000 to the man who gets that girl.
Heat. Heat.
Here they come, old-timer.
Don't miss your mark. Means the lives of everyone in town.
Mel Grove is the leader and under your top soil is the richest gold field ever discovered.
>> Here comes the wagon.
Well, men, your troubles are all over.
The outlaws are brightening the past.
>> Tell them all about it, oldtimer.
>> Well, you see, fellas, was like this.
>> I don't know how I can ever repay him.
Oh, don't worry about that. It's all in my line of duty as a government marshal.
But I am leaving for Sacramento today.
And uh well, you don't know it, but uh you're going with me.
>> And he's dead. Must have got a slug from one of his own men.
>> Sheriff, congratulate me. I represent the future Mrs. John Kurthers.
>> Wait a minute, young man. You can't do this. You see, I know who you are.
>> So does Miss Mason. You want me to say you're willing to to Now say here, young fell. I ain't forgetting you saved my life for what you done for this town, but I got my duty to perform. Can't you see I got to take you in? Don't you realize I know you're the polka dot?
Sheriff, you must have seen me through the knot hole.
>> You're right, boy. Quacky I did.
>> But you saw the wrong man. The polka dot bandit left just ahead of me. He left this rattle sticking in the floor. You must have seen me just as I picked that up.
And that row belongs to Dandy.
>> Well, what do you make of this?
>> Well, I found those in Dandy's room yesterday. Dy's a polka dot bandit.
There's a $5,000 reward for him, Sheriff. I guess it's up to you to collect it.
>> Well, if Dy's a polka dot, who in blazers are you?
>> Well, he's a United States Marshall.
He's your man from Sacramento.
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