Making a Convert

Making a Convert

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Making a Convert

1914

0h 13m

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Comedy

Romance

Overview

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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Production Companies

Edison Studios

Cast & Crew

5 members

Acting

Andy Clark

Jimmie

Andy Clark

Acting

Elsie MacLeod

Ruth

Elsie MacLeod

Acting

Harry Gripp

Bill

No Image

Acting

Cora Williams

Ruth's Mother

Cora Williams

Acting

Julian Reed

Safety Committee Head

Julian Reed

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