The Gambler

HIGH STAKES

Jed Weaver is a gambling man—and his latest gamble is building up the town of Water Hole. Right now it's nothing but a gold mine and a saloon called the Crystal Palace—he intends to turn it into a bustling burg.

Jed feels like he's struck gold himself when he hires Clint Adams as the faro dealer for the Palace. Clint's reputation's sure to help bring the crowds—and the cash—to Water Hole. Then Jed's luck takes a turn for the worse. On a nonstop losing streak, he's closing his businesses all over town to support his gambling. And when bank robbers turn up in Water Hole, he's too busy with the cards to pay any attention. Lucky for Jed, the Gunsmith has his eyes and ears open—and his gun ready...