Jack then opens his soul saying that it’s still hard for him to reveal his heart, but the picture will convey what he feels. On the walk Jack present Elizabeth with a gift, a hand drawn picture of her and Jack. She asks if there is a reason for the walk and Jack assures her that there is. Later in the afternoon Jack appears in the saloon and asks Elizabeth to take a walk with him. After struggling to find the words and come to terms with his feelings, the thought of losing her has finally caused him to make his move. Perhaps no one is more relieved that Jack.
#Mounty jack and elizabedth trial#
The judge orders Jack to arrest him and add his name to the docket.Īlthough the trial is looming, Elizabeth’s decision to stay in Coal Valley is of great relief to many of the townsfolk. The rider is the little brother of a man recently convicted by Judge Black. With one quick move Judge Black flings his saddle into the riders chest, knocking him from his horse. As Judge Black heads to the saloon a man rides up brandishing a gun and yelling that it’s time for the judge to meet his maker. Judge Black asks for a witness list, which Abigail immediately runs to fetch from Bill's room, and announces that the trial will begin at eight sharp. The two men are clearly old acquaintances with the judge even mocking Bill over an old and apparently disputed poker game. Shortly after Bill arrives to greet Judge Black. Judge Black responds saying that day is here now but that he cannot promise that they will like the results. As Judge Black greets Abigail and Jack, Abigail remarks that she and the other widows have waited a long time for their day in court. As the stagecoach pulls up Judge Black disembarks. During the walk Abigail remarks that the day carries hope in the air. Later that day Jack escorts Abigail to the stagecoach to welcome District Judge Black. Later, in the café, Abigail reveals to Elizabeth that Noah wanted to start his own business and that his desire may have caused him to do something reckless.
Abigail is devastated as the townsfolk look on in horror. Stanton of being reckless and says that he was deeply in debt causing him to make deadly decisions. Gowen and the company lawyer release documents that implicate her late husband in the mine disaster. While the townsfolk celebrate Gowen takes another opportunity to make another move against Abigail and the pending investigation. The townsfolk then come to the realization that Jack donated his entire reward for the capture of the Tolliver gang to the rebuilding of the church and school. As she looks at Jack it become evident that he is the donor. Elizabeth then suggests that the donor is a very generous person with fewer resources than her father. It’s then suggested that Elizabeth’s father is the donor, but Elizabeth responds saying it’s not her father. Miller quickly dashes that idea saying that it’s not Mr. Gowen is the gracious benefactor and quickly rises to give him praise. Dotty, the mayor’s wife, assumes that Mr. Miller reveals that an anonymous donor has helped raise the money for the church and schoolhouse. Meanwhile, during the next town meeting, Mr. The only person who seems remotely pleased is Rosemary, who cracks a wry smile as she watches Elizabeth twist in the wind. The announcement also sends shockwaves through the parents and students in attendance. Having heard the rumor that Elizabeth would be leaving, Gowen effectively silences Elizabeth as a supporter of Abigail. When Elizabeth comes to Abigail’s defense, Gowen suggests that her replacement would better suited to engage in the debate. Gowen also suggests that Bill’s judgment may be clouded due to his “friendship” with Abigail. Gowen suggests that the company could foot the bill, but for the pending investigation. While the townsfolk are struggling to make ends meet, Mr. Gowen agrees, but funding seems to be an issue. Miller acknowledges that he can no longer work in the mine, but he is confident that his skills with a hammer will enable him to lead the rebuilding of these important institutions. Miller, to propose a bold plan to rebuild the church and the schoolhouse. Concern for the future of the town has motivated the mine disaster's lone survivor, Mr.
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