Almost a Hero
It begins with Percy behind a ribbon counter and shows his longing to be a man of deeds and of valor. Of course, his reason for this is his desire to be admired by the pretty girls who come to the counter to buy ribbons and laces ...
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"Fate condemned Percy to the unkind destiny of presiding over a ribbon counter when his soul yearned to perform deeds of valor like the brave knights of old. And when he attempts to give rein to his ambition and compel Fate to recognize his achievements the motion picture man frustrated his most laudable efforts. And when Fate, realizing that he was determined to overcome all obstacles and be a hero anyhow, placed an opportunity in his way he never recognized it and allowed it to pass. This film is one long laugh, a succession of funny incidents that compel attention by their novelty and unexpe..."
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Released as a split reel along with the comedy A Jar of Cranberry Sauce; or, the Crime in Room 13 (1910).
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It begins with Percy behind a ribbon counter and shows his longing to be a man of deeds and of valor. Of course, his reason for this is his desire to be admired by the pretty girls who come to the counter to buy ribbons and laces ...