[3] As described in a film magazine,[4] David Markely's (Dexter) affection for Ruth Anderson (Swanson) followed her from childhood and deepened with her womanhood.

When she returns from school, the father realizes David's attitude towards Ruth and plans their marriage.

Ruth, against her father's wishes, marries Jim Dirk (Blue), the young lover of her heart.

Ruth returns to her father for forgiveness but finds him blinded by the sparks from his forge and on the way to the county poorhouse.

The preachings of his housekeeper (McDowell) have an effect that brings about the reconciliation of Ruth and her father, and through the little boy Bobby (Moore) he becomes a member of the happy household.