Will James returns to Wyoming after a risky adventure in the mid-west, hoping to take some rest and see his brother Josh. But he finds Josh has disappeared, leaving rumours swirling in his wake. Determined to discover his fate, Will corners Sal Grundy, demanding to know the truth. Later that day, department store clerk Philo Babbington is about to be lynched for the murder of Sal. Will intervenes, knowing Philo is innocent - because he shot Sal himself early that morning...
