The Governor's Lady

The Governor's Lady

DOES WOMAN RULE THE POLITICAL BOSS

NR 1923 · 80 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama

Former miner Daniel Slade becomes a wealthy investor and runs for political office, ultimately becoming the governor of his state. Daniel's wife, Mary, is unable to adjust to a life in high society, often embarrassing him in the presence of his colleagues. Temptation arrives in the form of Katherine Strickland, the daughter of a prominent senator, who takes Daniel away from his old-fashioned wife. However, Daniel eventually realizes how much he loves Mary, and he returns to her.

Directed by Harry F. Millarde · Written by Anthony Paul Kelly

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