Beating the Odds - 1919

Political graft collector, David Power forced by the district attorney to leave New York takes cabaret singer Hebe Norse with him. Showing talent in a variety of professions, Power is eventually hired by a great steel manufacturer, Gail Rogers. He falls in love with Rogers' daughter Rosalie, and they marry happily until Rogers returns home with a new wife…. Hebe Norse. When Rogers discovers Hebe's past, the two men sever ties as does Rosalie. Vengefully Rogers tries to ruin one of Power's companies without success. Ultimately Rosalie forgives Power and they and their young daughter are reunited.

50min
1919
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10

Cast

Harry T. Morey profile pictureHarry T. MoreyDavid Power
Betty Blythe profile pictureBetty BlytheHebe Norse
Jean Paige profile pictureJean PaigeRosalie Rogers

About Beating the Odds

Beating the Odds Overview

Political graft collector, David Power forced by the district attorney to leave New York takes cabaret singer Hebe Norse with him. Showing talent in a variety of professions, Power is eventually hired by a great steel manufacturer, Gail Rogers. He falls in love with Rogers' daughter Rosalie, and they marry happily until Rogers returns home with a new wife…. Hebe Norse. When Rogers discovers Hebe's past, the two men sever ties as does Rosalie. Vengefully Rogers tries to ruin one of Power's companies without success. Ultimately Rosalie forgives Power and they and their young daughter are reunited.

Runtime: 50min

Extra details

Original Title: Beating the Odds
Original Language: English
Directed By: Paul Scardon
Production Companies
Vitagraph Company of America