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Destiny's Isle Synopsis
While sailing near the Florida coast, Tom, who is feeling jilted after seeing his sweetheart, Florence, in his rival's arms, is injured and cast ashore on an island after his motorboat is struck by lightning. There he is nursed by Lola, a doctor's daughter; and to allay the suspicions of Florence and her guardian, Tom declares that Lola is his wife. In her pique, Florence tries to implicate Tom in a crime, but Lola accepts the blame instead. The rival exposes Florence's trickery, and Tom marries his island girl.
The Girl and the Graft Synopsis
Quiet, unassuming dreamer Poque wanders over the country propagating various grades of graft so he can spend his first vacation in the great metropolis, New York. During his ramble he encounters millionaire businessman Vancross, who longs for fame (notoriety). After talking with Poque he decides that he is just the right sort to act as publicity man for him. Poque balks at the idea of making such an unpretentious figure famous, but finally accepts his proposition. He arranges with a girlfriend to strike up an acquaintance with his employer, leading him on for a time, then suing him for jilting her. But things pan out quite differently from the way Poque intended. Instead of trying to get away from his employer, the girlfriend decides to marry him. But Poque gets a good sum of money, so he should worry.
"Destiny's Isle" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Girl and the Graft" offers its own unique cult appeal.
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Destiny's Isle