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Transients in Arcadia Synopsis
Mamie is a New York shop-girl who saved for an entire year that she may pose at an exclusive Summer resort for one week as an aristocrat and perhaps win for herself a "Prince Charming.'' Farrington is collector for an installment payment concern who is at the resort for the same purpose. A series of humorous incidents invariably throw them together. In the end when Farrington calls at the shop for Mamie's installment each is revealed in his and her true character. They reveal their love for each other and start for a honeymoon at Coney Island.
His Royal Slyness Synopsis
An American book salesman (Lloyd) is persuaded to go to the kingdom of Thermosa to impersonate the Prince. He is greeted by a peasants' revolt before the real prince shows up to claim his throne and princess. The revolution succeeds, and the American is elected president of the new republic.
"His Royal Slyness" is currently leading in ratings, making it a stronger choice for newcomers to the genre.
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