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The Blooming Angel Synopsis
Floss Brannon, expelled from college for mischievous conduct, marries Chester Framm, a struggling young student who aspires to be an orator. When Chester's salary as an insurance clerk proves insufficient for the couple's needs, Claire invents a complexion cream called "Angel Bloom." Deciding to combine Chester's oratory prowess with the promotion of Angel Bloom, Floss rents an elephant, coats it with the cream and plans to have Chester pitch the product from the back of the animal. Floss's plans go awry when the beast collapses and her rival, Carlotta, charges her with cruelty to animals. Floss is cleared of the charges when, during her trial, the elephant recovers and appears at the courtroom window. The resultant publicity brings Chester, Floss and Angel Bloom great financial success.
The Son of His Father Synopsis
A young man with little ambition is given an opportunity to set himself up in business by means of financial support from his father. But the young man becomes involved in a shady railroad deal which threatens to destroy his own father.
"The Blooming Angel" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Son of His Father" offers its own unique cult appeal.
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The Blooming Angel