The central figure in our story today is Andy Beechum - a hardworking prospector, typical of the old West. Andy had searched for gold in desert and mountain, in good times and bad, under burning sun and freezing snow. Because of his courage, he had met the disappointments of the years, continuing his hunt for the precious metal, in spite of all obstacles. When he was just about to give up hope of ever finding the yellow gold, he suddenly struck it rich! He uncovered what promised to be a profitable vein of ore, filed his claim, and built a small home on the property. He's telling the story of his good luck to a guest there as we join the story...