Mary Hagen, a young woman from Ohio, attends Jordon Junior College amidst whispers and rumors about her mysterious parentage. When Tom Bates returns to town, he inherits the house and practice of the late Judge Merrivale, sparking new gossip and fueling Mary's suspicion that he might be her father. As she navigates her relationships with Ken, a wealthy and popular suitor, and Julia, a supportive teacher, Mary struggles to overcome the obstacles and biases that surround her, all while Tom remains tight-lipped about her true identity.
That Hagen Girl
Mary Hagen's life is shrouded in mystery in a small Ohio town, with rumors circulating about her true parents. Her world is upended when Tom Bates returns, staking a claim to a local house and medical practice that have been the subject of speculation for years.