The Heart of the Law (1913)
Detective William Burke is assigned to capture George Watson, an escaped criminal. Six years of sleuthing discovers nothing, and Burke reports to the chief that he is unable to capture the fugitive from justice. During the six years Watson has prospered, and with his wife and family settles in a quiet dignified neighborhood.
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Richard Travers as George Watson |
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Ruth Stonehouse as Mrs. George Watson |
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Otis Schaefer as The Watson Child |
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E.H. Calvert as Detective William Burke |
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Lillian Drew as His Wife |
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Master Calvert as Their son |
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Charles Hitchcock as The Brakeman |