Ruined by Charles Wainwright, George Garrison commits suicide but begs his son Henry to avenge him before expiring. Henry goes West makes a fortune, then returns to New York. Assuming the name of Henry Thompson he becomes Wainwright's protégé and through his machinations is elected mayor of New York. For his support Wainwright wants a franchise binding the city to the financier's railway, but Henry refuses. Attempting to frame Henry on an old murder charge fails when the “victim,” Henry's partner Joe Standing shows up. Finally, Henry confronts Wainwright exposing his evil deeds. Wainwright’s daughter, Dallas, proclaims her love for Henry.
Robert Warwick
as Henry Garrison
Alec B. Francis
as George Garrison
Eric Mayne
as Charles Wainwright
Johnny Hines
as Perry Carter Wainwright
Belle Adair
as Dallas Wainwright
Chester Barnett
as Joe Standing
Ned Burton
as Richard Horrigan
Thomas Jackson
as Sheriff Smith
Bert Starkey
as Graham, sneak thief
Charles Dungan
as Mayor's doorkeeper