With a circus coming to town, everyone is making plans for the big day, Tex, however, aware that gunman Lightnin' Lew has escaped from jail, suspects that he'll attempt to disrupts the festivities.
When Tex is called away on business, he hands over his magic guns to Little Jake so that he can protect the townsfolk - as it turns out, a foolish move.
The arrival in town of a medicine man spells trouble for 'Doc' Haggety. The newcomer professes to have a cure for anything - including a snoopy Sheriff.
Offered a pair of new boots by the townsfolk if he rides for them in the rodeo, Tex accepts the challenge - but Pedro the bandit has other plans for the boots.