Mr. Bird leaves his wife to go on a business trip. Her maid also leaves for a short vacation. Mrs. Bird decides to close up house and visit her mother. She writes a note to the milkman and the baker, instructing them not to leave milk or ...See moreMr. Bird leaves his wife to go on a business trip. Her maid also leaves for a short vacation. Mrs. Bird decides to close up house and visit her mother. She writes a note to the milkman and the baker, instructing them not to leave milk or rolls at the house for two days. This note she pins to the door. Her husband suddenly returns home, however, and seeing the note assumes that his wife has gone away. He goes on a foraging expedition for something to eat. Mrs. Bird also decides that her place is in her home and returns unexpectedly. She goes upstairs. She hears a noise and is convinced that a burglar is present. She gets a revolver and goes downstairs. Smith also thinks there is a burglar in the house. Then ensues a series of maneuvers that finally results in each gaining the street, the wife first, and getting the services of a minion of the law. Each returns with a minion, but hubby returns with his protection first. The cop comes upon hubby and a terrific battle ensues. Mrs. Bird finally comes to her spouse's rescue. The officer leaves the couple to console each other as best they can. Written by
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