A skilled woodcarver known as the 'jack-knife man' who lives on a houseboat. He falls in love with Widow Potter, adopts Buddy, and eventually achieves financial success to finally marry his love.
Unplanned but accepted addition to the household.
Legal and emotional guardianship established after tragedy.
Mutual romantic affection that drives the central emotional arc.
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