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A Just Punishment
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A Just Punishment

1914-09-23 · 20 min · Not rated

Drama

Uncle Preston, a financial "wizard," discovers that his nephew, Bob Preston, is a rogue, a gambler and a swindler, who is promoting a mythical mining property, the "Battle Axe." He decides to teach his nephew a lesson.

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Directors
Edward LeSaint
Production companies
Selig Polyscope Company
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Guy OliverGuy OliverBob Preston - the Husband
Eugenie BessererEugenie BessererMrs. Preston - Bob's Wife
Baby Lillian WadeBaby Lillian WadeAdele - the Preston Child
Jack McDonaldJack McDonaldPreston - the Rich Uncle

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