Mr. Snavely (W.C. Fields) is a Yukon prospector awaiting the return of his wayward son, Chester (George Chandler). It seems that years ago, Chester had drank "the fatal glass of beer" that sent him on his path to the big city and a life of hedonism. After being released from prison, Chester is now on his way home to his mother and father. This film is considered one of Fields' best comedy shorts.