The Greatest of These (1914)

10.0/10 • 20 min • Drama

Overview

Old shoemaker Peter is beloved by the children in his neighborhood. His daughter, Rose, elopes with an artist named Harmon after Peter forbids their relationship. Heartbroken, Peter becomes embittered and loses his fondness for the children. Later, Rose returns, having been mistreated by Harmon, and Peter is reconciled with her, rediscovering his kind nature.

Cast

Alec B. Francis

Peter, the Shoemaker

Belle Adair

Rose, Peter's Daughter

Stanley Walpole

Harmon, an Artist

Clara Horton

Peter's Little Friend

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