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  • In the Vale of Sorrow (1915)
  • Short | Short, Drama
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In the Vale of Sorrow (1915)
Short | Short, Drama
Frank Mathews is very ill. The doctor says he may linger awhile, but that he never will regain consciousness. There are three little mouths to feed, the youngest a baby of two years, and Nan Mathews must go out to support them. But then ...See moreFrank Mathews is very ill. The doctor says he may linger awhile, but that he never will regain consciousness. There are three little mouths to feed, the youngest a baby of two years, and Nan Mathews must go out to support them. But then who will nurse the husband? Nan, with little Mary toddling beside her, meets on the street a wealthy man, well known in the community, who at sight of Baby Mary's winsome face exclaims, "I would give a thousand dollars for a child like that." The mother does what she believes is best for all and she holds Mr. Van Arsdale to his offer. Later, an unexpected change in Mathews' condition sets in, and gradually he recovers. Nan awaits with dread the moment he shall miss the baby and ask for her. When the time comes, however, she gives him to understand that Mary is dead. Not long after this, Mathews is called to the home of Mr. Van Arsdale to fix an electric lamp. The foster father of Mary is an unseen witness of the real father's joy on finding his child. He tells Mathews that his baby was lost, and that he rescued her. Then, sadly, he sees the little girl pass out of his life forever. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Frank Cooley
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Updated Jan 5, 1915
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Jan 5, 1915 (United States)

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Joe Harris
Frank Mathews (as Joseph Harris) Frank Mathews (as Joseph Harris)   See fewer
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Nan Mathews, his wife Nan Mathews, his wife   See fewer
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Fred Gamble
Mr. Van Arsdale Mr. Van Arsdale   See fewer
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