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with support from Louise Dresser and Joel McCrea.

Plot

As described in a film magazine reviews, war veteran Lightnin’ Bill Jones is a likeable old man who has a friend in every acquaintance, and loves his dog and his liquor. His wife and he operate a hotel. When some swindlers from the city seek to get possession of the property, Lightnin’ Bill Jones sees through their scheme and refuses to sign the deeds. His wife construes his refusal as a malicious move and sues him for divorce. In the courtroom, she relents and, at the moment before the decree is handed down, they become reconciled.

Cast

References

External links

* * 1925 films 1925 comedy films Silent American comedy films American silent feature films American black-and-white films Films directed by John Ford Fox Film films Films with screenplays by Frances Marion 1920s American films {{1920s-comedy-film-stub