Alice Bond is pressured by her parents to marry Marshall Winkler, a wealthy but arrogant man. She instead has feelings for Michael Stevens, a charming but unemployed individual who relies on his uncle's wealth. Michael convinces Alice's parents to let him marry her if he can secure a job, specifically the position of mayor, by running against the incumbent Mayor Loomis.
Always a Bride
Alice is torn between her parents' expectations and her own desires, torn between marrying Marshall, a wealthy but arrogant man, and Michael, a charming but aimless individual.