On returning from a trip, Bowie finds that the town near his home has been taken over by a gang of young hoodlums.

Just when Jim and his brother try to sell a large tract of land, a Frenchman shows up claiming to have the proper title to the property, which is verified by a local judge.

Bowie goes after a gang of river pirates who have stolen his cargo.

Unaware that it is a setup, Jim's brother wins big and decides to become a professional gambler.