He also played western heroes such as in the serial Overland Mail, but the imposing 6-foot 2-inch, 220-pound actor more often appeared as heavies.

This name, however, was lost, and the name of the lake became associated with the Overland Mail and Stage Route, which passed nearby.

In response to this loss of resources the Indians had turned to raiding the Overland Mail and stage stations.

As a compromise, Butterfield resigned as president of Overland Mail, and control of the company passed to Wells Fargo.

Overland Mail (1942)

During the 1930s and 1940s, he had roles in the film serials Wild West Days and Overland Mail.

The Overland Mail made two trips a week over a period of 2-1/2 years.

Perris' crew was ready to install it as soon as SP's Overland Mail passed the point of intersection between the two railroads.

After the war he lived in Arkansas and at San Diego, Cal., and was contractor for the Overland Mail.

Two stage stations for the Overland Mail were along the Creek.