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The Volunteer Burglar
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The Volunteer Burglar

1914-12-22 · 20 min · ★ 9.0

Crime · Drama · Romance

Margery Trent, a beautiful girl, is trying to get possession of certain papers which will prove her identity. These papers are held by her uncle. She is in the act of entering the home of her uncle with a skeleton key, When Thomas Rockwell, alias "Tommyrot." a young author, happens along and helps her. They are caught in the house.

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The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Countries
United States of America
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Released

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Richard TraversRichard TraversTommyrot
Beverly BayneBeverly BayneMarjorie Trent
Bryant WashburnBryant WashburnHawkins, the butler
Lester CuneoLester CuneoThe Uncle

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