An aspiring inventor and Gerry's husband. After Gerry leaves, he receives charity and flies to Florida to win her back. He poses as Captain McGlue to infiltrate the Hackensacker circle, helps finance his invention through John, and eventually reconciles with Gerry amid a dual wedding.
They compete for the affection of the same woman.
John provides crucial financial backing for Tom's invention.
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