M/S of man wondering why he has tied a knot in his handkerchief. M/S of him looking at it through a magnifying glass whilst his cat examines it. He then precedes to tie knots in other material and even the cat's tail trying to remember. He remembers...
M/S of man wondering why he has tied a knot in his handkerchief. M/S of him looking at it through a magnifying glass whilst his cat examines it. He then precedes to tie knots in other material and even the cat's tail trying to remember. He remembers in bed then suddenly jumps up. The film is speeded up to show him writing his cards and wrapping presents before rushing out to post early.
Intertitle reads - 'Post early for Xmas' in candles.
Intertitle - 'Post early this Christmas and not later than December 18th'. It then shows the man with candles attached to his fingers and a halo saying he posted early.
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