William is drawn to Edward's wife, Helen. Sensing his feelings might lead him into an affair, he decides to go away. As he says goodbye to Helen, Edward spies from behind a curtain. Soon afterwards Edward shoots himself, believing Helen can be happier with William. When William returns to convince Helen to become his wife, she refuses, blaming herself for Edward's suicide.
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Owen Moore as John Waterbury
Marion Leonard as Helen Waterbury - John's Wife
Arthur V. Johnson as William Trevor
United States 21 October 1909
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