Wanted: An Heir(1914) /

Wanted: An Heir剧情介绍

Desiring to ascertain which of his poor relations is worthy of inheriting his fortune, Miller invites them to spend a week with him. Tilly, a country girl, receives one of the invitations. Kissing her sweetheart Tom, a young farmer, good-bye, the girl leaves for the city. Just before his relatives arrive, Miller exchanges places with his butler. It is his idea, that as a servant he can better size up the prospective heirs. The latter arrive and promptly commence quarreling. When Tilly appears, her simplicity and unaffectedness appeal to Miller. Ignorant of caste barriers, the girl strikes up a friendship with the "butler," The other relatives regard her with contempt. The following day, according to a prearranged scheme, the "butler" announces that "Miller" has been stricken with a contagious disease. All promptly flee with the exception of Tilly, who announces her intention of remaining to take care of her uncle. Later, Tilly sees the "butler," apparently burglarizing the safe. In ...