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  • The Turn of the Wheel (1911)
  • Short | Drama, Short
The Turn of the Wheel (1911)
Short | Drama, Short
James Harrison, seated in his luxurious bachelor apartments, receives a message that his fortune has been swept away in a tight squeeze on Wall Street. Overwhelmed, he writes a farewell letter and takes out his revolver to commit suicide. ...See moreJames Harrison, seated in his luxurious bachelor apartments, receives a message that his fortune has been swept away in a tight squeeze on Wall Street. Overwhelmed, he writes a farewell letter and takes out his revolver to commit suicide. Brown, a burglar, breaks in at this time, and at the point of his pistol, relieves Harrison of his watch, wallet, ring, etc. He sees the letter on the table and his inquiries bring forth Harrison's story. Compassion for the man prompts the burglar to return his property, and he then tries to persuade Harrison not to kill himself, but without avail. In despair he overpowers Harrison and ties him firmly to a chair, telling him he will return in the morning, hoping Harrison will have changed his mind about destroying himself. When Brown comes back he gives Harrison a drink and Harrison tells him he is still of the same mind. At that moment a telegram is received from Harrison's brokers stating that the banks have come to their assistance and that his fortune is saved. The burglar releases him and the two sit down and chat. Harrison discovers that hardship and adversity have driven the man to theft, and he promises him assistance to lead an honest life, which Brown vows to do. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Dec 6, 1911 (United States)

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