Overview

When governess Thelma Miller falls in love with her employer's brother, Norris Townsend, they have a brief affair. Soon after, Thelma discovers that she is pregnant and demands that Norris marry her so that their child can have a name. Norris' wealthy family objects to the marriage on the grounds of social equality, but Thelma forces the union at gunpoint. After the ceremony, Thelma leaves her husband and seeks employment in a country town. Years pass as Norris searches for his wife and son.

Top Cast

Dorothy Dalton

Thelma Miller

Julia Hurley

Aunt Martha

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Henry Carvill

Dr. Wentworth

Augusta Anderson

Mrs. Watkins

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Edward Langford

Norris Townsend

Charles Lane

Goddard Townsend

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Douglas Redmond

David

Baby Ivy Ward

Mary

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Lawrence Johnson

Bob