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In the heartland of twin Texas towns - Bradfield and Hempstead - a fierce rivalry sparks to life as they each prepare for grand expositions to attract business. Bradfield's cunning event maestro, Mr. J. D. Murdock, ropes in Jo Allen, a sharp-witted press agent with a knack for outdoing competition. Under the guise of a fresh-faced schoolteacher, 'Judy', Jo infiltrates Hempstead's ranks to glean their exposition strategies, spearheaded by the charismatic Jimmy Maxwell. Meanwhile, her accomplice, Mr. Churchill, masquerades as 'Jo Allen' to maintain the ruse.
As Jo uncovers Jimmy's grand plan of a prizefight expected to draw a whopping 100,000 spectators, she reaches out to Broadway impresario Caesar Rosero, a friend from her past. However, to cover Rosero's steep charges, Bradfield requires the financial support of local oil tycoon, Tex Connolly, who dismisses the exposition as nothing more than a 'carnival'.
Amid the intrigue, an unexpected romance blossoms between Jo and Jimmy, unbeknownst to each other. When Jimmy stumbles upon Bradfield's scheme to secure Rosero's glitzy troupe, he sets up a rendezvous with Tex, aiming to secure his backing for Hempstead instead. Jo, though successful in winning Tex's backing for Bradfield, steps down when Jimmy discovers her real identity, unwilling to pit herself against the man she loves.
Infuriated by Jo's deception, Jimmy doubles his efforts to acquire Rosero's troupe for Hempstead. Upon witnessing Jo's genuine love for Jimmy, Rosero pledges his performance for Hempstead's exposition. As the curtain rises on opening night, a seat beside Jo awaits Jimmy, courtesy of Rosero, marking the beginning of their reconciliation. The tale thus weaves a captivating tapestry of rivalry, deceit, love, and redemption, under the bright lights of their respective expositions.
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Hats Off is a comedy movie featuring Mae Clarke and directed by Boris Petroff.
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