The third episode of “1923 Season 2” includes multiple characters. This is the second season. Here, Alex faces challenges in New York City. Moreover, Spencer deals with trouble on the road. The Duttons at the ranch confront harsh realities. Continue reading to know more about the 1923 season 2, episode 3 review.
Alex’s Arrival in New York
The episode focuses on Alex. She arrives in New York City. Then, she must pass through immigration at Ellis Island. The process is not easy. Also, Alex faces multiple medical examinations. The examinations are demeaning. Then, a doctor punches her in the stomach. He examines her without gloves. The doctor discovers she is pregnant.
Pregnancy could lead to deportation in this case. Alex overhears conversations about bribery. Moreover, some women suggest trading favors for entry. Also, she refuses to compromise her values. An immigration official questions Alex. However, he doubts her story. He does not believe she is going to meet her husband in Montana. He demands proof she can work.
The official gives Alex a Walt Whitman book. He wants her to read it. Instead, she finds a specific passage. She uses it to criticize the official. Alex points out lipstick on his face. She advises him to wipe it off. The official approves her entry.
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Getting into America is only the first step. Alex must figure out how to get to Montana. A kind vendor helps her. Thus, he gives her a map. He gets her a cab to Grand Central Terminal. He warns her about the city’s dangers.
The same happens at the train station. A salesman offers advice. He guides her on how to stay safe. Also, he mentions the cold in Montana. However, Alex dismisses his warnings. She believes England’s cold is comparable.
The Cold Hard Truth at the Ranch
Jacob and the Cowboys return from Boseman. They need to find their horses. They must get a fire going. Also, they risk freezing. Zane suggests leaving Jacob behind. He tells Jacob to use the wagon for firewood. Then, he will ride a horse to the ranch.
Cara confronts Elizabeth at the ranch. Elizabeth resists getting the rabies shot. Cara then slaps her. She informs her that the alternative is madness or being shot. However, Elizabeth relents. Finally, she receives the shot.
Jacob and company arrive with Zane. The doctor then diagnoses Zane. It was found that he has a subdural hematoma. This implies swelling in his brain. It needs to be drained. It will kill him without drainage.
The doctor has no anesthesia. Thus, Zane will feel all the pain. He has to endure the procedure of being awake. Meanwhile, Jack faces emotional pain. Elizabeth is packing to return to Boston. She does not want this life. She wants Jack to come with her.
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Cops and Robbers on the Plain
Runs His Horse (Michael Spears) finds a rancher. The rancher allows them to camp. He offers them a wage. Also, they will help track the cattle. Kent and Renaud are in trouble. The tribe they antagonized gets Marshal Fossett involved. Also, she investigates the scene. She finds tracks going east.
Fossett urges the tribe to let her handle it. They want vengeance, not justice. It is a race to find Kent and Renaud first. Thus, Kent and Renaud head towards Mexico. They are searching for Teonna.
Spencer’s Roadblock
Spencer and Luca drive. Soon, Spencer notices a roadblock. He stops the car. He sees they cannot bribe these officers. They search for another way to Fort Worth. Spencer wants to ditch the truck. He does not want to risk his life for booze. Luca refuses to abandon his cousin. They go their separate ways. Spencer hears gunfire. Luca tried to bribe the officers. He opted for violence. The officers killed him.
The Episode’s End
Alex narrates a letter to Spencer. She is on her way to Billings. She will be at the ranch in a week. Alex hopes they are done proving their love. Also, she wonders what other calamities they could face. Moreover, Alex goes to the ladies’ room. There, a thief eyes her. He follows her and has plans to rob her.
This episode moves the story forward. It shows the challenges faced by the different characters. Alex confronts prejudice and danger in New York. The Duttons deal with harsh conditions and difficult choices. Also, Spencer experiences loss. The 1923 Season 2 episode 3 ends with a sense of foreboding. Alex also faces a new threat.
