[2] A director was impressed by Chadwicks's talent as an equestrian, thus she began acting as a western star but this did not continue with the exodus of film production from the east to the west coast.

Her great-grandfather built a cotton factory on Sauquoit Creek and was one of the premier manufacturers of textiles in the Mohawk Valley.

[citation needed] In January 1919, Chadwick became engaged to William A. Wellman, an American pilot with the Lafayette Flying Corps.

The couple wed in July 1921, but in the summer of 1923, Chadwick sued Wellman for divorce on grounds of desertion and nonsupport.

[citation needed] Chadwick's funeral was conducted by Pierce Brothers Mortuary and attended by stage and screen friends.