Willie, arriving at the dock, is surprised and pained to see his sweetheart embark on a vessel with his rival in love. Willie summons up courage and secretes himself in a large packing case, which is nailed shut, and is hoisted into the hold of the vessel. Willie's effeminate ways earn much trouble for him. He is a failure at scrubbing the deck and at peeling potatoes. Willie finally conceives the great idea. He studies up the art of boxing, engages members of the crew in fistic combat, and overcomes one after another, including the captain of the ship. Finally it is discovered that Willie has secreted a horse shoe in a boxing glove, and his plot so wins the admiration of the captain that Willie is given all conveniences of the vessel. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis

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• Comedy
• Short