Plot

Billy's mama leaves him in charge of the baby, after giving each a slice of bread and jam. Billy leaves the baby to take a stroll with Carmen and Chandler through the woods. The baby wanders off to the edge of the lake. Meanwhile, Billy and Chandler find a bird's nest, which they steal. When they show it to Carmen, she becomes angry and demands that they replace the nest in the tree; God is not pleased that they've stolen it. Chandler, knowing he has displeased Carmen, tries to win her favor by placing the nest back in the tree, pretending he is hurt in falling down. The plan works well and all are happy again. Billy suddenly remembers the baby and goes back, and can't find her. Later, finding her shoe at the edge of the lake, he becomes terribly frightened and falls into deep despair. The baby has been saved from falling into the water by a strange dog; Billy finally finds the dog guarding the baby. Filled with joy, he succeeds in getting her back home just as his mother comes to look for them. After mama takes the baby, Billy wipes the perspiration from his brow and resolves never to leave that kid alone again.—Moving Picture World synopsis