First Aid (film)

First Aid is a 1931 American pre-Code crime film directed by Stuart Paton. Produced by Ralph M. Like, the film was released on 5 July 1931 and was distributed by Sono Art-World Wide Pictures. First Aid was filmed in Santa Monica, California. Some scenes were filmed at the Bon Ton Ballroom.

Plot
Ralph Ingram, a brain specialist whose alcoholism has ruined his career, tries to regain his reputation while working with an ambulance team. He is in love with Lil Hollins, who works as a taxi dancer, but Lil's boss, Michael Rush, is also in love with her.

Cast

 * Grant Withers as Ralph Ingram
 * Marjorie Beebe as Lil Hollins
 * Wheeler Oakman as Michael Rush
 * Donald Keith as Buddy Hollins
 * William Desmond as the Chief of police
 * Paul Panzer as Whitey
 * Ernie Adams as Joe
 * George Chesebro as Swank
 * Harry Shutan as Jake
 * Billy Gilbert as Jenkins

Reception
A positive review from The Film Daily on 12 July 1931 stated: "Carries fast action punch with thrills and unique plot situation that makes popular fare. Good story treatment."