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The Human Telegram
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The Human Telegram

1916-05-06 · 12 min · Not rated

Thriller

To prevent a three mile journey around the mountain the telegraph wires at the construction camp have been strung over the precipice from the station on the mountain top. The operator is discharged when the superintendent suspects him of treachery and Helen is transferred to the station. Later, after the former operator has enlisted the aid of crooked brokers to use his knowledge in ruining the value of the road's stock, he receives an opportunity to get revenge on the superintendent.

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Directors
J. Gunnis Davis
Production companies
Kalem Company
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Helen GibsonHelen GibsonHelen
Harry SchummHarry SchummThe Discharged Operator
George A. WilliamsGeorge A. WilliamsThe President of the Western Railway
Roy WatsonRoy WatsonThe Mine Foreman
Scott PembrokeSuperintendent Purdy

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