Watch Run for Cover

Two young cowboys who have just met are shooting at a hawk. A passing train mistakes them for robbers and tosses a bag of money. When they go into town, Davey Bishop is shot in the leg by townspeople who believe they are robbers. Matt Dow explains what happened, the money is returned, and Davey is taken to the Swenson farm to recover.

Matt becomes sheriff and begins to court Helga Swenson. When the bank is robbed one of the robbers recognizes Matt. The townsfolk develop doubts about Matt's loyalty. The ensuing posse chase is full of dangers and surprises.