The Cactus Blossom
★ 8 · 1915 · 16m · Adventure
Prospector Dave Foster and his daughter Beulah live on a worthless claim until Foster befriends an Indian named Chegup. Chegup, in gratitude, helps Foster discover a valuable gold mine, changing their fortunes.
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