Elmer's love for Nellie keeps him in Gentryville, but when she rejects him, he's lured to the Chicago Cubs by Mr. Wade. Elmer's exceptional batting skills lead to a winning streak, but Nellie's discovery of him kissing Evelyn ends their relationship. Feeling defeated, Elmer visits a gambling club where he unknowingly loses $5000 and signs a note to cover his debt. With Nellie gone, his teammates' anger, and a debt to the gamblers, Elmer disappears just as the Cubs are about to play the deciding game of the Series.
Elmer, the Great
A talented baseball player, Elmer Kane, leads the Chicago Cubs to the World Series, defying challenges from unscrupulous gamblers and dishonest pitchers through his exceptional hitting skills.
