Phyllis Dale (played by Alice Joyce) is a protagonist in Headlines.
A young widowed author and newspaper writer respected by Lawrence Emmett. She becomes jealous when she believes her daughter Bobby has won Emmett's affection, prompting her to step aside. Later, she rushes to her daughter's apartment during a scandal and becomes entangled herself. Eventually vindicated by Bobby, she finds resolution in the conflict. Lawrence Emmett (played by Malcolm McGregor) appears in Headlines.
A man who holds Phyllis Dale in high regard. When Bobby attempts her flirtatious line on him, he becomes smitten, causing Phyllis to mistakenly assume he prefers her daughter. He later follows Bobby to a compromising apartment location and is convinced of Phyllis's innocence during the ensuing scandal.
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Characters
Phyllis Dale
(played by Alice Joyce) — protagonist
A young widowed author and newspaper writer respected by Lawrence Emmett. She becomes jealous when she believes her daughter Bobby has won Emmett's affection, prompting her to step aside. Later, she r...
Lawrence Emmett
(played by Malcolm McGregor) — supporting
A man who holds Phyllis Dale in high regard. When Bobby attempts her flirtatious line on him, he becomes smitten, causing Phyllis to mistakenly assume he prefers her daughter. He later follows Bobby t...
Key Relationships
Phyllis Dale → Lawrence Emmett
(Social Admirer)
Story Analysis
A melodramatic exploration of reputation, maternal sacrifice, and romantic vindication in the early 20th century press.
