Tombstone Territory

When a miner is slain during an Indian attack, the community is thrown into turmoil. Hollister steps forward, tasked with pacifying the outraged crowd that threatens violence. He must also reason with the greedy miners, urging them to restrain their ambitions for the sake of peace.

Guns of Silver is a programme presented as a single episode, falling squarely within the western‑style genre. Its concise format delivers a self‑contained story that unfolds within the confines of a mining settlement, offering viewers a snapshot of frontier life and its attendant dangers. The narrative opens with a violent clash in which an Indian raid claims the life of a miner. The death ignites a fierce reaction among the remaining prospectors, whose anger threatens to spill over into chaos. At the centre of the turmoil stands Hollister, the character tasked with restoring order. Hollister’s challenge is two‑fold: he must soothe the enraged crowd while also confronting the underlying selfishness that fuels their hostility. By appealing to reason rather than vengeance, he attempts to temper the mob’s fury and steer them away from rash retaliation. The episode therefore pivots on Hollister’s efforts to negotiate with the greedy miners, urging them to consider the broader consequences of their actions. His diplomatic approach seeks to defuse the immediate threat of violence and to bring a measure of calm to a community rattled by loss and suspicion.