Cowboy Dave; Or, The Round-up at Rolling River

A young cowboy returns from a round-up to find stray cattle, sabotaged fencing, and hints of rustling that trigger confrontations with neighbors and uneasy alliances. The narrative follows his efforts to recover stock, respond to betrayals, and take part in rescues during a small stampede and a midnight ranch fire, leading to chases, escapes, and the uncovering of crucial clues. Encounters with friends and suspected traitors complicate matters until family ties and loyalties are clarified. The plot closes with the restoration of order and the establishment of a new ranch, highlighting courage, quick thinking, and communal responsibility.