The Better Man - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

Brothers John and Walter Lattimer are both in love with Alice Scott. John steals money from a miser named Jenkins to buy a Bible for Alice. When John is accused, he gives Jenkins a note for the money, to be paid off in one month. On the ...See moreBrothers John and Walter Lattimer are both in love with Alice Scott. John steals money from a miser named Jenkins to buy a Bible for Alice. When John is accused, he gives Jenkins a note for the money, to be paid off in one month. On the day payment is due, John finds that he has lost his wallet. Jenkins does not believe him, and John is sent to jail. John then urges his brother to marry Alice. Over time, Walter proves to be a bad husband and deserts Alice. Alice manages to get a small file to John, who escapes from jail. When a posse is formed, Walter joins in and finds his brother. The Sheriff hands Walter a $50 reward. John pleads with Walter to go back to Alice and start a new life, which he agrees to do. Written by scsu1975 See less