Doctor Bull (1933)

In this engaging adaptation of James Gould Cozzens novel The Last Adam, film icon Will Rogers portrays Dr. George Bull, a compassionate, highly regarded small-town physician who often prescribes a healthy dose of common sense! But when Bull begins dating a widow (Vera Allen), the local gossips misconstrue the story. To make matters worse, Bulls plainspoken manner earns him an enemy in the wealthy owner of a nearby construction camp. But once its learned that the camp has caused illness by polluting the local water supply, the good doctor steps in to try to restore the towns health - and his reputation!