Taxi

Summary

In an ironic twist of fate, Robert Hervey Randolph, a gentleman sustained by a curious annual stipend of $10,000, derived from the elusive whereabouts of a rightful heiress, finds his precarious financial standing the very wedge driving a rift between him and Madge Van Tillier, who unceremoniously jilts him for his perceived lack of substantial fortune. A serendipitous encounter unfolds within the confines of a hansom cab, as Robert gallantly intervenes to rescue Imogene Pamela Thorton, a spirited chorus girl, from the unwelcome attentions of the nefarious Duke Beamer. This act of chivalry, however, precipitates a profound reversal of fortune: Pam, it transpires, is none other than the long-sought heir, instantly dissolving Robert's comfortable annuity. Stripped of his former means, Robert embraces a new vocation, donning the cap of a taxi driver. The plot thickens as Pam's inheritance solidifies, a significant portion originating from the burgeoning Ajax Taxi Company. Beamer, ever the antagonist, resurfaces with schemes to undermine Ajax, but Robert, now adept in his humble profession, masterfully thwarts the villain's machinations, ascending to the prestigious role of vice-president within the company and, in a truly cinematic denouement, securing Pam’s affections and hand.

Synopsis

Robert Hervey Randolph receives $10,000 a year because of the inability to locate the rightful heir of a will, who would receive the money if she could be found. Madge Van Tillier jilts Robert because he does not have enough money. While riding in a taxi, Robert rescues chorus girl Imogene Pamela Thorton from her companion Duke Beamer, and takes her home. Pam turns out to be the missing heir, and Robert loses his inheritance. He then gets a job as a taxi driver. Pam receives a large portion of her inheritance from the Ajax Taxi Company. Beamer tries to ruin Ajax, but Robert foils him, becomes vice-president of the company, and wins Pam's love.