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Making a Convert

Making a Convert

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A short public service film warning people in New Jersey to stay out of the way of oncoming streetcars. The message is framed in a cute romantic comedy.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

13 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

15 September 1914

Country

United States of America

Cast

Andy Clark

Andy Clark

Jimmie

Elsie MacLeod

Elsie MacLeod

Ruth

Harry Gripp

Harry Gripp

Bill

Cora Williams

Cora Williams

Ruth's Mother

Julian Reed

Julian Reed

Safety Committee Head

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