Mary's mother, who is eager to advance socially, chooses Algernon Emptihead as a fiancé for her daughter, Mary. On her wedding day, Mary flees to the farm of a friend, and there she meets Joe, who fulfills in every way her ideal of a proper lover. Mary's mother discovers her refuge and captures the truant. Mary then accompanies her mother to a seaside resort, and Joe joins the party disguised as a chauffeur. Algernon stages a fake rescue in an attempt to win Mary's affections, but Joe foils his plan by abducting Mary in an airplane. Upon learning that Joe is a millionaire, Mary's mother declares her satisfaction with her daughter's choice in suitors.