According to the CodeMovie
Basil Breckenridge, a broken old man on the verge of starvation, but concealing it because of his proud southern ancestry, is set upon by young ruffians on the street. The old man becomes infuriated and gives the young leader a shaking. His father, Ald. Connors, the city's political boss, happens along and attacks the old man, who strikes at him with his cane. The sword blade inside falls out and the police arrest him on the charge of assault with intent to kill.
About According to the Code
According to the Code is a 1916 drama movie directed by E.H. Calvert.
The production information lists a runtime of 50m, production credits from United States of America, an original language code of EN.
The credited cast includes Lewis Stone, Marguerite Clayton, E.H. Calvert, Sidney Ainsworth. The synopsis above summarizes the central premise without adding details beyond the available title information.
