The Pay-Roll (1911)
Charles Wilson, on his way back to the ranch with the payroll for the boys, is suddenly stopped by highwaymen. The cowboys of Circle C Ranch, returning from a spree, dash down upon the surprised outlaws. Headed by Wilson, they chase the outwitted bandits into their very home. The wife of the leader of the gang is mortally wounded by a shot fired from Wilson's gun. Feeling that he is indirectly responsible for the death of the mother. Wilson promises to adopt and take care of her baby girl. Wilson's wife also swears to be a mother to the child. Sixteen years later Kate, the adopted girl, starting out for a canter through the woods, is kidnapped. Upon the failure of Kate's return home at her accustomed hour. Wilson goes in search of her. Discovering her horse riderless, he follows the trail that soon leads him to the kidnapper's cabin. Stealing into the place, he is horrified in discovering that the man is Kate's own father. He makes known the truth to both of them, and gives the girl her privilege of choice between himself who has taken care of her, and the man who had deserted her. Without a second's hesitation, the girl leaves the cabin under the protection of Wilson.
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GenresDrama
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| Filmmakers | Role |
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| Mark M. Dintenfass | Producer |
