The Fable of the Demand That Must Be Supplied (1915)

Harvey was just an everyday fellow. The parents of Alice approved the match. No wonder she moped. Her love affair was about as romantic as a boiled dinner. She sent Harvey his release and waited for a regular young Lochinvar. The discarded lover and the father of romantic Alice determined to give her a sure-enough love affair. Alice's brother, Ed, and her cute little cousin were drawn into the conspiracy. Alice discovered that Harvey was loved by another. Aha. When the hardhearted parents turned against Harvey, Alice became a genuine persecuted heroine. Gosh, it was thrilling. To make it a cinch, they locked Alice up at home. The beautiful lady imprisoned in the tower succeeded in sending a message to her true lover. The dream of her life came true. Could anything be more romantic than a midnight escape?

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Summary Details
Running Time10 min
GenresComedy Short
FilmmakersRole
George Ade Writer
CastRole
Bryant Washburn
Gerda Holmes
Richard Travers