
Theresa Lawson raises four children. Three are taken by wealthy families; only Carson Lawson remains. Carson marries into wealth, despises his mother, refuses to acknowledge her, tricks her, drives her out. Eldest son, a general, treats her kindly; other two children are estranged. Theresa returns home. Carson tricks her for land deed, imprisons her. Eldest brother uncovers his deeds; siblings realize sacrifices, change heart. Carson is imprisoned, repents. Family reconciles.