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Josie's Declaration of Independence (1914)
Short | Short, Comedy

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Josie's Declaration of Independence (1914)

Short | Short, Comedy

Josie gets a position as maid-of-all-work in the Marshe household. She certainly does all the work, while the children and her overbearing mistress drive her to distraction. Amidst her troubles she receives a letter from her sweetheart ...See moreJosie gets a position as maid-of-all-work in the Marshe household. She certainly does all the work, while the children and her overbearing mistress drive her to distraction. Amidst her troubles she receives a letter from her sweetheart Hank, who invites her to join him at a dinner given by the Nutwood Outing Club. She asks Mr. Marshe for permission to go, but is refused, as the family intends to go out themselves. Josie is very unhappy, but feels she must do as her mistress says. On Independence Day, while returning from the store on an errand, she stops to listen to Hiram Hicks holding forth on the greatness of Washington and Lincoln. She does not understand much of what is said, but the words, "Declaration of Independence" set her to thinking, and she decides to have a declaration of independence all her own. She accordingly locks up the house and after leaving the following note for the Marshe family's perusal, goes to meet Hank: "I agree with George Washington that all men (also women) are free and equal, and I am going to the banquet in pursuit of my own happiness. I will get back when I am here. Josie." When the Marshes return they find her "declaration" and are furious. After whooping it up, Josie is escorted home by Hank, where she finds a note reading: "You're free and equal to anything, we admit. You're free to look for another job. Signed, Marshe Family." Josie and Hank retaliate, thrusting the hose through the dining-room window and turning on the water, while Mrs. Marshe is proposing a toast. The result may be imagined. Josie and Hank walk off, laughing boisterously. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less