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When We Were 21 Synopsis
Dick Audaine, known affectionately as the "Imp," is engaged to Phyllis Ericson, even though she is in love with his guardian, Richard Carewe. Meanwhile, the Imp has fallen in love with Kara Glynesk, who is only interested in his money. Phyllis intercepts a love letter from Kara and erroneously believes it is intended for Richard. In an attempt to protect the Imp, Richard hides the truth from Phyllis. Richard and the "Trinity," three life-long friends and self-appointed co-guardians of the Imp, try in vain to stop his marriage to Kara. However, Kara quickly discovers that her husband is penniless and finds a new lover. The Imp realizes his folly, and Phyllis is now free to marry Richard.
The Mate of the Sally Ann Synopsis
Old Captain Ward, who hates society, lives in the hulk of his ship with his granddaughter Sally, whom he prevents from meeting people. Because Sally's mother died in childbirth without revealing the name of Sally's father, the captain continually vows to avenge her death. When Sally finds Teddy, a lame dog, she smuggles it aboard, but it runs away, and she follows it to a beautiful house belonging to the famous Judge Gordon. Hugh Schuyler, the judge's young friend, and Sally fall in love. After the captain chases Hugh away, Sally attends the judge's party, dressed in fine clothes which the judge bought, but the captain finds her and takes her away. When the judge visits the captain and confirms his suspicion that Sally is his daughter, the captain attempts to kill him. Sally intercepts a blow, and awakens to find that the judge has proven that he secretly was married to her mother, but because of illness, had lost contact with her. Sally accepts Hugh's proposal, and they sail away with the judge, the captain, and Teddy and his family.
"When We Were 21" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Mate of the Sally Ann" offers its own unique cult appeal.
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When We Were 21