A Railroader's Bravery

May 29, 1915

0h 13m

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Overview

When Helen learns that wiretappers have make a prisoner of Henry, the relief operator, she severs the wire being tapped, boards a freight train, uncouples the engine, and pursues the tappers, who are in a gasoline speeder. She eventually rescues Henry and captures Noyes, the head of the gang, who is then placed under arrest.

Genres

Thriller

Production Companies

Kalem Company

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Cast

Helen

Helen Holmes

Thomas - the Chief of the Gang

J.P. McGowan

The Chief's Lieutenant

Leo D. Maloney

Henry

George Robinson

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