The Clean-Up

The Clean-Up follows Miriam, the daughter of politician John Barker, as she navigates a troubled engagement with reporter George Prescott. Prescott is tasked with investigating gambling conditions, leading him to uncover Barker's corruption. Despite his warnings, Miriam breaks off the engagement and becomes ensnared in gambling herself.

As Miriam faces arrest during a raid on a gaming house, her father realizes the impact of his actions and decides to change his ways. He runs as a reform candidate for the "Clean-up" party, ultimately succeeding and paving the way for a reunion between him and Prescott. The narrative highlights the complexities of personal and societal reform amidst the backdrop of early 20th-century America.