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Rosemary keepsake ties two lovers through years apart
A New England girl Betty endures years of waiting after her fiancé Tom leaves for the West. A rosemary sprig becomes a private pledge of remembrance. Years later a younger Betty learns the tale and reunites with Tom, as the elder Betty recalls a romance sustained by faith and a single herb.
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New England
Hetty
Tom
Goodby
Betty
Far West
Dr.Thornton
Mamma
Betty Randall
Tom Wilson
Little Betty
Randall