The Story of the Olive

Overview

In Southern California lived Jose de Cabrillo on an estate which he had inherited from his ancestors, who obtained the land from the King of Spain. The scene is laid in the year 1840, "Before the Gringo came." A young American, Sam Blythe. who wishes to settle in California, notices in riding by the gate of the ranch, that it is offered for sale. He says he will buy it if the olive industry is what he desires. Mercedes, the daughter of Jose, is incensed at the thought of her father's selling the ranch, and especially so when she thinks of an American as a possible owner.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

May 6, 1914

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

American Film Company

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0804331