A Street Waif's Christmas (1908)
This story tells of a crippled child of wealthy parents, who is saved from death from a runaway team, by Marie, a waif of the streets. Children recognize no social distinctions; the children become friends, and Ronald gives Marie his toy Jester, which she hugs to her bosom as she again wanders on. Ronald writes to Santa Clans, asking for a little sister. Marie, ere she sinks unconscious in the snow, traces a letter to Santa Claus on a frosted window glass, asking that he grant Ronald whatever he may wish. She dreams that the Jester comes to life and summons a beautiful chariot from Fairyland in which they go together to Toyland. Santa Claus greets her and gives her a warm welcome. She is invited to accompany him on his trip. A beautiful doll is taken along. Marie awakens to find herself in a warm bed and finds that she is in the home of Ronald. (His father having found her in the snow.) Against the chimney stands a doll's box, but no doll. Instead she finds a beautiful suit of clothes, which she puts on and steps in the box, thinking to surprise the folks. The box is opened and Ronald is delighted, and sure Santa Claus has granted his wish. His father finding no one to claim Marie, adopts her, and both children are made happy.
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GenresDrama
Short
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| Filmmakers | Role |
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| Edwin S. Porter | Director |
| Cast | Role |
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| Gladys Hulette |
