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The Demon of the Rails (1914)
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Mabel's sweetheart, Billy, freight engineer, is suspended because of neglect of duty. Several days later, Mabel learns that Olmstead, of the Fast Express, has gone insane during his run. She notifies Billy. At the risk of his life, Billy ...See moreMabel's sweetheart, Billy, freight engineer, is suspended because of neglect of duty. Several days later, Mabel learns that Olmstead, of the Fast Express, has gone insane during his run. She notifies Billy. At the risk of his life, Billy boards the speeding train. He overcomes the crazy man after a terrific struggle and averts a horrible wreck by the fraction of a second. His heroism brings about his reinstatement and makes possible his marriage to Mabel. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Edward T. Matlack (as E.T. Matlack) (story) (as E.W. Matlack)
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Oct 24, 1914 (United States)

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4 cast members
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Helen Holmes
Mabel - the Station Agent Mabel - the Station Agent   See fewer
J.P. McGowan
Olmstead - the Engineer Olmstead - the Engineer   See fewer
Charles Wells
Billy - the Freight Engineer Billy - the Freight Engineer   See fewer
George A. Williams
Burns - the Conductor (as G.A. Williams) Burns - the Conductor (as G.A. Williams)   See fewer
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