Home Town Story

Home Town Story (1951)

May 18th, 19511h 1min

Comedy, Drama, Romance
46%

Overview

Blake Washburn blames manufacturer MacFarland for his defeat in the race for re-election to the state legislature. He takes over his uncle's newspaper to take on big business as an enemy of the people. Miss Martin works in the "Herald" newspaper office. When tragedy strikes, Blake must re-examine his views.


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