Denver Pyle credited as playing...
Muncie Carter
- Muncie Carter: And this is the last one Mrs. Stoner.
- [Maria is signing papers in the bank]
- Muncie Carter: Well, the unfortunate demise of your husband has left you quite a sizable estate.
- Maria Stoner: What you mean Señor is that the death of my husband has made me the wealthiest woman in this county.
- Muncie Carter: Well, its quite a jump for a little a...
- [Maria glares at him]
- Muncie Carter: ... girl from south of the border.
- Maria Stoner: I have to be going.
- Muncie Carter: Mrs. Stoner! It might be wise if we discuss the disposition of your ranch.
- Maria Stoner: Disposition?
- Muncie Carter: Yes, several weeks ago I had a discussion with Nathan about a possible sale. I made him an offer, he seemed quite agreeable.
- Maria Stoner: The ranch is not for sale.
- Muncie Carter: But surely you don't expect to live out there... .
- Maria Stoner: [Interrupting him] I intend to keep it.
- Muncie Carter: But you don't intend to run it! No woman in her right mind would attempt to operate a 150,000 acre spread.
- Maria Stoner: Whether or not I succeed in operating it Mister Carter, is not your concern. I can take care of myself.
- Muncie Carter: I think you overestimate your ability Mrs. Stoner.
- Maria Stoner: Perhaps I do. Good day Mr. Carter.
- [Begins to leave, turns around glaring at Carter]
- Maria Stoner: Mr. Carter! I was a whore at thirteen and my family of twelve never went hungry.