Summary
In 'Night Life of New York', John Bentley, disillusioned with New York since a past romantic misadventure, orchestrates his son Ronald's relocation to Manhattan with the intention of forcing him back to Iowa. Ronald, eager for excitement, befriends Meg, a telephone operator, and Jimmy, her brother, who falls under the influence of the nefarious Jerry. When Ronald is unjustly accused of a crime, he finds solace and a chance at redemption through Meg, leading to their marriage and his father's decision to stay in New York.
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John Bentley hates New York City, because of an unhappy romance as a young man, but his son, Ronald, tired of living in Iowa, is determined to take up residence in Manhattan. The elder Bentley therefore conspires with his New York manager, William Workman, to involve Ronald in so much trouble that he will gladly return to the sedate life of an Iowa burgher. Arriving in Manhattan, Ronald strikes up an acquaintance with Meg, a telephone operator, whose brother, Jimmy, has come under the evil influence of Jerry. Jerry and Jimmy rob a wealthy woman, and Ronald is charged with the crime on circumstantial evidence, keeping quiet in order to protect Jimmy. Meg comes forward with evidence to clear him, however, and they are married, going to live in town. Ronald's father, who has come to New York, decides to remain in the city and make up for lost time.
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