The Great McGonigle's theatrical troupe prepares to stage "The Drunkard" at a boarding house, with Cleopatra Pepperday investing in the show on the condition of a starring role. Meanwhile, McGonigle faces harassment from Little Albert Wendelschaffer during lunch, while evading several sheriffs and ultimately securing a happy marriage for his daughter Betty.
The Old Fashioned Way
A charismatic leader unites a group of struggling performers in a daring scheme to outwit their debtors and the sheriff, fighting to keep their act afloat.