Their Compact

The film follows James Van Dyke Moore, an Easterner who relocates to the West to escape a failed romance. Once there, he faces off against the local bully, "Ace High" Horton, who threatens his family's mine. This confrontation not only tests his bravery but also earns him the admiration of Mollie Anderson, a local woman.

As a 1917 production, 'Their Compact' represents the early days of cinema when Westerns began to forge their identity. The film features a notable cast, including Francis X. Bushman and Beverly Bayne, who were prominent figures in the silent film era. For collectors of early 20th-century cinema, this film serves as a reflection of the period's storytelling and character archetypes, particularly in the Western genre.