John Whalen is approached by the men in his mill, who endeavor to improve the conditions under which they have been working. Wally, his son, arrives home from college. He hears of the troubles at the mill and tries to persuade his father to grant their requests. His father refuses and suggests that he take a vacation. Wally leaves a note, stating that he has gone to the seashore. Instead, he applies at his father's factory for a position and is put to work. One day, Harry, who also works at the mill and with whom Wally is living, is badly hurt. Wally in his working clothes goes to his father and explained how dangerous it is for any man to work in the mill. He also explains how Harry was hurt and that it could be avoided. After a strenuous discussion. Wally tells his father if he will allow him to have charge of the factory he will see that all this trouble is done away with. This the father consents to do and the employees are notified that things are going to be changed to benefit them as much as possible.