Preceded 'Stella Dallas'
I was surprised to come here and find out the two films were based on the works of two different authors.
The film even has the exact same ending shot as the Stella remake that starred Bette Midler (Min/Stella walking away smiling).
I haven't seen the original SD in a long time, but it'd be hard to top Marie Dressler in this.
I am also surprised I'm the first to put a message on this empty board. I know it's an old movie, but a classic. Come on, people.
"Well, for once the rich white man is in control!" C. M. Burns