During the Civil War and the dawn of the Pony Express, an unscrupulous California senator attempts to control the postal service so that no undesirable news that could impact his schemes falls into the hands of the citizens. An exciting silent melodrama mixing history and adventure! Betty Compson, Ricardo Cortez, and Wallace Beery star. 67 min. Standard; Soundtrack: music score; bonus short "Wandering Willie." Silent with music score.