A Modern Snare

A Modern Snare

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A Modern Snare

1913

0h 11m

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Western

Overview

The newly appointed sheriff unwittingly creates the dislike of his predecessor. Result- the ex-sheriff tries a dangerous game to discredit him. When all lose faith, the wife of the youthful sheriff shows a bit of wit and a whole lot of confidence in her hubby. See how she brings right from wrong.

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Wallace Reid

Ralph - the New Sheriff

Wallace Reid

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Vivian Rich

Jane Hathaway

Vivian Rich

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George Field

Ben Baldwick - the Old Sheriff

George Field

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