Goldrush: A Real Life Alaskan Adventure

Ella 'Fizzy' Fitz learns of the gold rush in Alaska and decides to seek her fortune there. She currently works as a typewriter and stenographer in New York, and she imagines a new life beyond high society. Her decision sets the stage for a dangerous journey into uncharted wilderness.

Fizzy struggles to convince her mother to let her join the expedition. Her persistence eventually earns her mother's approval.

On the journey to Alaska, the 24-man party is wary of Fizzy. Barry Keown voices the belief that a woman can't do a man's job and should be paid less. Madison insists on giving Fizzy a chance.

In Alaska, Madison initially sets Fizzy up in an office rather than mining. She struggles to find work because most positions are filled. When a drunk stenographer is fired, Fizzy secures the job on her own terms, earning respect.

On her first day, Fizzy discovers that powerful Alaskan men are crooks and frauds. She publicly accuses them during a court hearing, challenging the corrupt system. This act hardens her resolve to stay.

Discouraged by immorality, Fizzy considers returning to New York. Madison reminds her that there is no money for a train ticket and asks her to wait until the company finds gold. She decides to remain with the group for now.

Fizzy joins the perilous trek with the men in freezing temperatures. They push through the harsh landscape, sustaining themselves as supplies dwindle. She receives encouragement from the others to endure.

Weeks into the journey, food and fuel are scarce. A snow fight among the group triggers an avalanche that kills Pratt. The tragedy deepens the group's resolve and fear.

After months, they reach a cabin only to discover the promised supplies never arrived. Fizzy takes a typing job to help fund the group's needs, while insisting she will mine gold with them eventually.

Fizzy and Madison nearly share a kiss, but the moment is interrupted. The tension between them deepens as their professional partnership grows.

Fizzy finally finds gold and becomes rich. The discovery confirms her determination and marks a turning point in her independence.

Ed Hawkins proposes forming a New York-based company with Fizzy, also hinting at marriage. She rejects his offer but remains focused on her own future.

Madison suggests a joint venture to build a telephone company, enlisting Fizzy's financing. She weighs the risks but sees potential profits.

The venture with Madison succeeds in broad strokes, but a miscalculation and a clause in the contract prevent Fizzy from profiting as expected. She feels betrayed by Madison’s promises.

Disappointed but determined, Fizzy starts her own company and finally becomes a respectable miner in her own right. She proves that a woman can thrive in the mining business.