The Mexican Gambler - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

Clara Eldridge is the apple of her father's eye and the real ruler of his extensive ranch. One of the boys employed by her father is in love with Clara and his attentions are as welcome as the flowers in May. Everything goes well for the ...See moreClara Eldridge is the apple of her father's eye and the real ruler of his extensive ranch. One of the boys employed by her father is in love with Clara and his attentions are as welcome as the flowers in May. Everything goes well for the young people until Eldridge is double-crossed by a Mexican gambler, who swindles the rancher with the aid of a confederate. Eldridge must pay a debt, but has no money with which to meet it. He requests a loan of the Mexican and the latter agrees provided Eldridge will help him win Clara's love. The father agrees and after explaining the situation to his daughter she submits her heart. She leaves with the Mexican for a parson's and while she is gone Eldridge learns of the swindle by which he lost his money. Led by Clara's young lover, a posse find the Mexican and justice is meted out to him in a manner that provides a novel punch. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less