The Cowboy And The Indians

Indians have been stealing food from around the reservation so Autry investigates. He finds that corrupt Indian agent Richards is systematically cheating the Indians into starvation and that their raids are for self-preservation. Autry, with the help of Ryan, saves the Indians, sees that Richards gets his just desserts, and watches romance bloom between Ryan and a well-educated chief, Silverheels. Average oater of interest for its "advanced" attitudes toward Native Americans. Songs: "One Little Indian Boy," "America," "Silent Night," and "Here Comes Santa Claus."