The Old Trunk

From inside an old trunk Eb found in the barn, Lisa begins reading the diary of Lydia Plunkett who, in 1898, becomes a traveling saleswoman for a corset company. Lydia falls in love with rival salesman Harry Wright, whose career falters as a result of her success. The two marry, she becomes president of the corset company, and unhappily tends house. He eventually tires of being a housewife and leaves her. As Lisa continues reading, Eb is entranced by the story, but Oliver scoffs at the soppy romance.

Writing:
  • Paul Henning
  • Jay Sommers

Stars:
Release Date: 1965-09-15
Seasons: 1 2 3 4 5 6
TMDb: 7.3/10
  • Country: US
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 30

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