A local gambler and friend of M'Liss's late father. He becomes one of M'Liss's guardians. He shoots Jack Farlan and later confesses to the act to prevent Stephen Thorne from being lynched by the townspeople.
Lou Ellis serves as a close friend and eventual guardian to Washoe's daughter.
The two friends form a united front to protect and raise M'Liss.
Lou takes the blame and commits the act to save Stephen from mob justice.
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