05 Jul 1931
Hush Money
Story of a girl who tries to live down the past and marries a wealthy man. Blackmail attempt by old associate foiled by friendly detective.
That's Gratitude
Fly-by-night stage producer Bob Grant inadvertently saves the life of small-towner Thomas Maxwell. The grateful Maxwell invites Grant to move in with his family, which he does, rapidly wearing out his welcome. Finally booted out of the Maxwell household, Grant takes Tom's homely but sweet-voiced daughter Dora with him, giving her a cosmetic makeover and turning her into a big star -- and thereby repaying his host's kindness in a most roundabout fashion.
Top Billed Cast
Frank Craven Bob Grant
Arthur Byron Thomas Maxwell
Mary Carlisle Dora Maxwell
John Buckler Clayton Lorimer
Helen Ware Mrs. Maxwell
Franklin Pangborn Photographer
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