A young woman from St. Louis who joins a westward theatrical caravan under an alias after being told she has no inheritance. She develops feelings for Captain Tex Autry, lies to Judge Lane to secure Tex's release, and ultimately reunites with Tex after he proves his innocence.
Aunt Hortense acts as Lettie's guardian and financial controller, initially revealing her lack of fortune to deter suitors.
Lettie and Tex develop a romantic bond through shared trials, overcoming initial friction to unite at the story's conclusion.
Lane pursues Lettie primarily for her supposed fortune to fund his presidential campaign, masking his true motives.
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