A dominant cattle rancher who marries Sheila despite her career ambitions. Initially unhappy with her success, he builds a massive dam to cope with his heartache. During a flood, he risks his life to save Rudolph, believing it will please Sheila, ultimately realizing that her love remains his priority.
Jim perceives Rudolph as a romantic threat to his marriage.
Sheila is Jim's wife, bound by marriage despite her initial career fears.
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