Summary
Daring Deeds charts the airborne escapades of William Gordon, Jr., a spirited scion perpetually at odds with his aviation magnate father. Following a particularly fiery domestic dispute, William, accompanied by his steadfast mechanic, takes to the skies in his personal aircraft, seeking a freedom far removed from paternal expectations. His aerial odyssey leads him to the doorstep of John Courtney, an earnest inventor whose brilliant concept is threatened by an unscrupulous competitor. Amidst this industrial rivalry, William finds himself captivated by Courtney's daughter, Helen. To secure both Courtney’s legacy and Helen’s affection, William volunteers to pilot his machine in a high-stakes transcontinental air race. His eventual triumph not only guarantees a crucial government contract for Courtney’s innovation but also solidifies his own romantic destiny, proving his mettle both in the air and in matters of the heart.
Synopsis
William Gordon, Jr., a constant source of irritation to his airplane manufacturer father, leaves home after an argument. Accompanied by his faithful mechanic, William flies his airplane in search of adventure. He soon meets inventor John Courtney and becomes enamored with his daughter, Helen. To help John overcome an unscrupulous rival who covets his invention, William enters a transcontinental airplane race. William wins the race, thus ensuring a government contract for John and Helen's love for himself.
