Ralph Merriwell (Herbert Rawlinson) has an argument with his wealthy father, Silas (William Turner), and decides to go live on his own terms. He finds work as a bellhop in a fancy Los Angeles hotel. Meanwhile, Silas' secretary, Betty Burton (Grace Darmond), wins a thousand dollars in a contest and uses the money to vacation in the very same hotel.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Herbert RawlinsonRalph Merriwell | Ralph Merriwell |
 Grace DarmondBetty Burton | Betty Burton |
 Vola ValeCountess Fontaine | Countess Fontaine |
 Carlton GriffinCount Fontaine | Count Fontaine |
 William H. TurnerSilas Merriwell (as William Turner) | Silas Merriwell (as William Turner) |
 John J. DarbyNot listed | Not listed |
| EEdward GordonTransatlantic Smith | Transatlantic Smith |