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Jack Haldane, a clever young artist, but without wealth, is desperately in love with Irma Keith. Irma is the spoiled darling of indulgent parents and a society queen. The admiration of her ... See full summary
Jack Haldane, a clever young artist, but without wealth, is desperately in love with Irma Keith. Irma is the spoiled darling of indulgent parents and a society queen. The admiration of her many suitors has turned her head. She plays the part of a coquette in society, and few realize that beneath her veneer of selfishness, she possesses a woman's heart. She tells Jack she will not marry a poor man, so he determines to go away to the seashore where he will not be tormented by the sight of her beautiful but coquettish self. Jack departs, and at the seaside meets Nan, a fishermaid, who assists her father with his nets. Jack goes with them on their fishing trips and becomes interested in a friendly way in pretty Nan, who proceeds to fall in love with Jack. Irma misses Jack, and tires of the flattery and homage of her admirers. Her better nature asserts itself and she realizes her unjust treatment of Jack. She suddenly awakens to a sense of her deep love for Jack, and impulsively decides to...

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    • Author: Brightfury
    The plot of this comedy-drama contains a love story illustrating the old saying, " 'Tis better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all." A little fisher maiden risks her life to save her rival. Rather something out of the ordinary and contains heart interest, also some comedy scenes. There are some beautiful scenes of wonderful scope and clear photography shown. It seemed to take well with the audience. - The Moving Picture World, August 29, 1914
  • Cast overview:
    Franklyn Hall Franklyn Hall - Jack Haldale (as Franklin Hall)
    Edith Johnson Edith Johnson - Irma Keith
    Goldie Colwell Goldie Colwell - Nan - a Fishermaid
    Tom Santschi Tom Santschi - Undetermined Role (unconfirmed)
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