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The setting is the Old West town of Paradise, Nevada, where a young woman, Mercedes Murphy (played by Louise Glaum), co-owns and operates a combination saloon and dance hall called the Red Hen with her business partner, Slick Barney (played by Jack Richardson). Her little half-sister, Olive "Live" Sumner (played by Mildred Harris), who is crippled, lives with her and she makes every effort to protect the child. A tough, but good-hearted businesswoman, Mercedes shows a tender side at home with Live. Her partner, Slick, and a cowboy called the Heller (played by John Gilbert), who has a heart of gold, are both interested in Live.

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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Louise GlaumLouise GlaumGolden Rule Kate
  • Photo of William ConklinWilliam ConklinRev. Gavin McGregor
  • Photo of Jack RichardsonJack Richardson'Slick' Barney
  • Photo of Mildred HarrisMildred HarrisOlive - Kate's sister
  • Photo of John GilbertJohn GilbertThe Heller

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