The story of two kids on the opposite side of the law was a popular theme in other 30s films, such asManhattan Melodrama (1934)andDead End (1937)." Four separate ruby jewels glowed on the island, mirroring their positioning and configuration in the diary.As they land and he anchors the boat at the shore, he vainly tries to tell her that he is sorry, but the distraught wife rushes away from him into the forest.The pounding of the judge""s gavel transitions to the clanging sound of a blacksmith""s hammer placing shackles on his ankles.The three children entered the room - and Letty made an attempt to be friendly to them:Cora""s Child (Carmencita Johnson) - the youngest girlCora""s Child (Laon Ramon/Leon Janney) - the oldest boyCora""s Child (Billy Kent Schaefer) - the youngest boy, suffering from an earacheCora announced that dinner was prepared: ("Chuck""s ready!") and Lige and Sourdough were invited to the table.