Jackson Cole est un pseudonyme utilisé par plusieurs auteurs de westerns, principalement associé à la maison d'édition Better Publications (plus tard Standard Magazines). Ce pseudonyme a notamment été employé pour des œuvres mettant en scène des personnages tels que Walt Slade et Jim Hatfield. Les véritables identités derrière ces récits comprennent A. Leslie Scott, Peter B. Germano et Tom Curry, chacun contribuant à la riche trame du genre western sous ce nom collectif.
Corky Ellsworth inadvertently wanders onto a range claimed by the Mace Ranch and finds himself in danger from Colonel Madison Crile, the owner of the ranch, and his men, until Ranger Jim Hatfield decides to help Ellsworth, setting off a range war.
Walt Lee wants to be an Arizona Ranger, but Captain Tom McDonough has a challenge for him to complete first. Rancher Bruce "Wolf" Felton has long been suspected of rustling, but the Rangers were never able to prove anything. Since Walt worked on the neighboring Lazy B, Captain Tom wanted him to get the proof they needed. If he were successful, there would be a Ranger badge waiting for him.
Danger threatened Texas, such danger as she had not known since the dark days of '48.
Set against the backdrop of the Wild West, this gripping tale follows a daring protagonist who challenges the authority of a Texas Ranger. With high stakes and a relentless pursuit of justice, the story delves into themes of rebellion, survival, and the consequences of one's actions. As tensions rise, the characters navigate a treacherous landscape filled with moral dilemmas and the harsh realities of frontier life, all while racing against time to evade the law.
In a lawless range plagued by rustling and murder, Ranger Jim Hatfield is determined to uncover the truth behind the violence. His investigation leads him to the ruthless Reynolds of the AX spread, who coldly executes a farmer. Caught in the midst of a brutal feud, Hatfield must rely on his quick reflexes and the support of his trusty Colt as he navigates the dangers of the conflict.
The story follows Hatfield, a weary traveler who has been riding for an extended period, desperately in need of rest and sustenance. As he spots the Rafter B line camp in the distance, he feels a wave of relief wash over him, signaling the end of his exhausting journey. The narrative captures the tension between his fatigue and the hope of finding comfort at the camp, setting the stage for potential challenges that may arise.
In a gritty setting, Ranger Jim Hatfield navigates the dangers of Rubyville while concealing his identity as he investigates a series of violent crimes. Surrounded by suspicious and rough characters in the local saloon, he seeks to uncover the culprits responsible for land grabs and cattle rustling. As tensions rise, Hatfield prepares for inevitable confrontations, knowing he may have to face the chaos alone.
Haunted by the death of his best friend Shelly, Jonathan grapples with overwhelming grief and visions of those he's lost, including an ex-girlfriend and a former prostitute. As he navigates a blurred reality filled with memories and illusions, his mental state deteriorates over the course of a tumultuous day. With the support of his younger sister Maggie, Jonathan seeks to uncover meaning in his chaotic mind, confronting the darkness that threatens to consume him.
Set against a backdrop of escalating violence, a series of brutal killings targeting ranchers and sodbusters raises tensions between the Lipan Indian tribe and the local settlers. Ranger Jim Hatfield enters the fray, believing the true culprits lie elsewhere, but faces the challenge of preventing further bloodshed as animosity mounts. The narrative explores themes of prejudice and justice in a time of conflict, all within the context of a gripping Western tale. "The Red Marauders" was penned by Tom Curry for the Texas Rangers pulp magazine in 1944.
Roma's raiders were a vicious crew with a thirst for murder. By plunder and terror, they were about to steal an empire, and only Jim Hatfield stood in the way. But, Hatfield was a Texas Ranger and wouldn't scare. And, as the killers sent their threats and the deadly pressure mounted, Hatfield answered the only way a Ranger could.