The Big Blue Soldier

Miss Marilla Chadwick plans a warm welcome for her nephew Dick's return from war, but when a telegram reveals he won't be attending, she devises a new plan involving a young soldier walking to her house. Meanwhile, Lyman Gage, a disillusioned World War I veteran, stumbles into a small town and agrees to impersonate Dick for a friendly dinner, leading to a series of unexpected developments. The story explores themes of connection and identity as characters navigate misunderstandings and surprises.