John Bobb and Nell Phelan had been sweethearts long before the war in the South. John wins Nell's consent and that of her father. He is discussing the wedding date when his friends get him ... See full summary
The Inscription (1914) Online
John Bobb and Nell Phelan had been sweethearts long before the war in the South. John wins Nell's consent and that of her father. He is discussing the wedding date when his friends get him to join them in the rush for gold. Nell has a premonition that all will not be well, but John laughs at her fears, especially when she gives him a written message: "Don't forget Nell." He leaves and promptly forgets her in the greed for gold that takes possession of him. In the meantime, Nell's father is visited by Sara Band, the son of his old chum. Sam is made welcome and falls in love with Nell. As the weeks and months pass by with no word from John, she gradually turns to Sam. John has totally forgotten and is still searching for the will-o-the-whisp. Finally Sam wins out and he and Nell are married. About this time John strikes it rich and as he is packing up his things to return to civilization, he finds the written message. He still thinks there is a chance for him, even if he has neglected ...
| Cast overview: | |||
 | Edgar Jones | - | John Bobb |
 | Louise Huff | - | Nell Phelan |
 | James Daly | - | James Phelan |
| George Hartzell | - | Sam Rand |
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