Cold Steel

Cold Steel

"Cold Steel" they called him, women scorned him, men hated him, the elements defied him

NR 1921 · 60 min · Action, Drama

On his deathbed Steele Weir's father tells his son of a band of criminals who framed him for murder and robbed him of valuable land in the West. Under contract to build a dam, Steele goes to the headquarters of the gang; and becoming aware of his identity, they plot against him with the services of lawyer Martinez. He, however, proves to be Steele's friend and obtains evidence against the gang. When Ed Sorenson, the leader's son, steals the evidence, Steele's sweetheart, Janet, outwits the enemies, and after many adventures the bandits are convicted and Steele wins the girl.

Directed by Sherwood MacDonald · Written by Monte M. Katterjohn

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