The Poor Boob
09/03/1919
When he loses both his father’s canning factory and his girl “Tiny” to Stephen Douglas modest Simpson Hightower goes to work in a New York provisions office along with stenographer Hope and office boy Jimmy. To impress the Danish consul who is proposing a large contract Hope and Jimmy persuade Simpson to return to his hometown posing as a successful businessman accompanied by his secretary "Pep" and valet Jimmy. It works! Simpson manages to get the Danish contract, buy his factory back and realize Tiny’s worthlessness while recognizing his love for "Pep."
Movie Information
Bryant Washburn
as Simpson Hightower
Wanda Hawley
as 'Pep' Sparks, aka Hope
Richard Rosson
as Jimmy Borden
Theodore Roberts
as Henry Platt
Raymond Hatton
as Stephen Douglas
Jay Dwiggins
as Benton
Charles Ogle
as Tucker
Jane Wolfe
as Mrs. Benton
Mary Thurman
as Tiny Parcel
Guy Oliver
as Hallock
Clarence Geldart
as Mr. Swanson
Peggy Cartwright
as Little Girl
