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  • John Bates' Secret (1917)
  • Short | Short, Drama
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John Bates' Secret (1917)
Short | Short, Drama
Richard Weinart, a gentleman of means, in double life is a noted safecracker down as Edward Stevenson. His daughter, who cares only to aid the poor, visits the slums and comes in contact with many criminals. After she has a talk with some ...See moreRichard Weinart, a gentleman of means, in double life is a noted safecracker down as Edward Stevenson. His daughter, who cares only to aid the poor, visits the slums and comes in contact with many criminals. After she has a talk with some of them, they inform her that they can't be straight on a salary of $5 a week. They also tell her to get evidence on Edward Stevenson, but they do not know that he is her father, and she does not know of her father's double life. The girl goes home and tells her father of her day's experience. After hearing her story, he leaves for his office to assume his other role. He has his costume changed and has left the office when his daughter enters. She remains there, waiting for him to return, and as he opens the door, she gets one look at him, and realizing that he is her father, faints. He gives her water and leaves the office as she is almost recovered. He goes to the gang of criminals and tells them that they cannot longer beat the law. Later, they catch Stevenson, and he shoots himself. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Updated Jan 13, 1917
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Jan 13, 1917 (United States)

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