Into the Dark (1915)

Ruth leaves a note to her mother stating, "I have left for the city with Mr. Clark, the man I love." Ruth's brother, when informed of Ruth's flight, goes in pursuit, but Ruth and the stranger make good their escape. Clark, the city man, when he arrives in the metropolis with Ruth is conscience-stricken. The girl is unaware of the man's true character. In the meantime Ruth is attacked by a burglar and wounded. Ruth's mother and brother reach her bedside as the crisis approaches. The doctor tells them a transfusion of blood will save Ruth's life. Ruth's brother, believing her life not worth saving, refuses to submit to the operation. The man who tempted Ruth to the city, then resolves to make the sacrifice. Physicians tell him that he will probably die, but he says, "It is her life or mine." Following the operation, Clark dies, but he saves the life of the girl who has returned to her mother and brother.

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GenresDrama Short