Summary
In this cinematic tale, Jonathan Swift, a formidable and ambitious entrepreneur from Cape Cod, endeavors to shape the futures of his progeny, Emily and Noah, in accordance with his own design. However, his meticulous plans are subverted when they develop romantic inclinations towards Capt. Joe Cradlebow and Becky Keeler, respectively. Unbeknownst to Swift, Becky is gravid and has been assured of marriage, prompting him to have Noah forcibly taken away. Becky, determined to be with her love, stows away on Cradlebow's vessel. A tempestuous storm ensues, but Cradlebow valiantly rescues Noah, and the fleet safely returns to shore, thanks to the selfless actions of Bijonah Keeler, Becky's father, who sets his abode ablaze to serve as a beacon for the sailors. Ultimately, Swift relents, and his children are free to marry their chosen partners.
Synopsis
Jonathan Swift, stern Cape Cod businessman, has ambitions for his children, Emily and Noah, which are thwarted when they take romantic interests in Capt. Joe Cradlebow and Becky Keeler, respectively. Not realizing that Becky expects a child and has been promised marriage, Swift has Noah shanghaied, while Becky stows away on Cradlebow's vessel. There is a terrific storm; but Cradlebow rescues Noah, and the fleet returns safely to shore--thanks to lighthouse keeper Bijonah Keeler, Becky's father, who sets his house afire to give the sailors light. Swift relents, and his children marry whom they please.
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