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Why Smith Left Home Synopsis

John Brown Smith and Marian elope suddenly because her Aunt Mary disapproves of Smith. The couple rush to the train to honeymoon at their friend Bob White's bungalow at Loon Lake, but a melange of forces prevent Smith from receiving a first kiss from his bride. A train wreck, a country hotel fire, the sudden appearance of Aunt Mary and The General, and a storm ruin their plans. Then, when Julie, a scheming maid compromises the innocent Smith, Marian decides to return home with her aunt and uncle. Smith then kidnaps his wife back to their honeymoon retreat, but an earthquake ensues. Julie finally confesses her guilt, and Smith succeeds in the long-awaited kiss.

The Cook of Canyon Camp Synopsis

The most popular man in the lumber camp near Quebec is Jean, the cook, whose flapjacks are celebrated for their delectability. Jean's compassionate nature is aroused when a dejected stranger known as Silent Jack comes to the camp. Discovering Jack crying one day, Jean learns that his wife has left him. To reunite the couple, Jean pretends that he too is married and induces Jack to write an affectionate letter from him which he then presents to Mrs. Jack. The ruse reconciles the couple, but distresses Jean's sweetheart Marie when she learns that Jean already has a wife. Jean finally explains everything satisfactorily to Marie, and after the two are married, they leave for the city to open a flapjack palace financed by the grateful Jack.