
The Volunteer Burglar
1914-12-22 · 20 min · ★ 9.0
Margery Trent, a beautiful girl, is trying to get possession of certain papers which will prove her identity. These papers are held by her uncle. She is in the act of entering the home of her uncle with a skeleton key, When Thomas Rockwell, alias "Tommyrot." a young author, happens along and helps her. They are caught in the house.
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Richard TraversTommyrot
Beverly BayneMarjorie Trent
Bryant WashburnHawkins, the butler
Lester CuneoThe UncleTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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