Ep 11. Shoein' Hosses

Popeye the Sailor season 1 episode 11, titled "Shoein' Hosses," follows our beloved sailor and his trusty sidekick, Olive Oyl, as they travel to the Wild West to help out their friend, Rancher Bluto. Bluto is in desperate need of help when his cattle are being stolen and he's unable to track down the thief. Popeye's experience with the sea has made him a master tracker, and he agrees to help Bluto out.

Upon arriving at the ranch, Popeye and Olive Oyl meet Bluto's prized stallion, Hoss. Hoss is a beautiful horse, but he's unable to go anywhere because his old horseshoes hurt him. Since Bluto doesn't have the money to replace them, Popeye comes up with a solution to make new ones himself. He takes his spinach, puts it in the forge, and creates four horseshoes in record time.

As they begin to track down the thief, Popeye and Olive Oyl face plenty of challenges. From treacherous cliffs to dangerous wild animals, the two have their work cut out for them. They manage to catch up with the thief, who turns out to be none other than Bluto himself. He had been stealing his own cattle, hoping to cash in on the insurance money.

Popeye manages to bring Bluto to justice with his signature spinach-fueled punches, and all the cattle are successfully returned to Rancher Bluto's farm. As a reward, Bluto gives Hoss to Popeye as a gift. Popeye is thrilled to have a new friend and partner on his adventures.

Overall, "Shoein' Hosses" is an action-packed episode that combines elements of adventure and mystery with comedy and heart. It highlights Popeye's resourcefulness, bravery, and loyalty to his friends. The episode also showcases his signature spinach use in a unique and creative way, as he uses it to make horseshoes rather than for its typical strength-boosting purposes. The episode is sure to entertain both old and new fans of the iconic cartoon character.