To the Vile Dust (1915)

On the verge of death in the desert. Vanheimert is rescued by Stingaree and Howie. In spite of his partner's objections, Stingaree carries the man to their gunyah. There, Vanheimert gradually regains his strength. As the days pass. Vanheimert, discovering the identity of his rescuers, treacherously plans to betray the bushrangers and thus obtain the reward offered for their capture. Stingaree and Howie become aware of Vanhelmert's intention and deliberately allow the cur to believe his plot is succeeding. Howie departs. Finding a loaded revolver, Vanheimert seizes it and crawls towards Stingaree, who is apparently sleeping. Pointing the weapon towards his rescuer, the man pulls the trigger. A laugh which Issues from Stingaree's lips, informs the cur of the trap he has walked into. He speedily learns that the bullets in his weapon contain no powder. The chance passing of Ethel, Stingaree's former sweetheart, saves Vanheimert from death at the bushranger's hand. Determined that justice shall be meted out to the wretch. Stingaree and Howie take the man back to the spot in the where they had found him. Then, spurring their horses, the outlaws leave Vanheimert to his fate.

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Summary Details
GenresDrama Short
FilmmakersRole
James W. Horne Director
James W. Horne Writer
E.W. Hornung Writer
James W. Horne Producer
CastRole
True Boardman
Irving 'Stingaree' Randolph
Marin Sais
Ethel Porter, Stingaree's Sweetheart
Paul Hurst
Howie, Stingaree's Partner
Frank Jonasson
Vanheimert