Plot

A foolish aristocrat's plans are spoiled by his servant, who can induce a trance-like state in his employer whenever he pleases, making him do the household chores and perform outlandish acts. The servant's biggest triumph comes on the day when his employer is due to sign a major contract, with several important guests present.—scgary66

In the first picture the hero receives a letter from his intended father-in-law, stating that as everything is prepared for the reception at which his engagement is to be announced, it is hoped that he will not fail to put in his appearance. The fellow gets ready, but before leaving he takes a little bite to eat. The servant girl is in love with him, and, realizing that all hope of winning him has vanished, she plans a little joke, which might be the means of spoiling his chance of making a very great impression at the reception. The maid goes to the kitchen to make some salad, but instead of using olive oil, she puts in a large quantity of castor oil. When the fellow is eating the salad he has his suspicions that something is radically wrong, but in his great hurry, he partakes of a large portion of the insidious stuff, and starts on his way. Arriving at the party, he is shown in, and forced to meet all the guests, who are anxiously awaiting his arrival. He is enjoying himself immensely when he begins to feel the ill effects of the nauseous dose of oil, and in the subsequent events the whole place is thrown into an uproar on account of his wild actions. Finally unable to withstand the strain any longer, the poor fellow rushes from the house and hurries home. Soon he receives a note from the old man stating that the engagement is all off, on account of his unbecoming conduct. The servant admits her guilt, and confesses her love, with the result that she wins.—Moving Picture World synopsis