28 August 1914 Thriller 12 mins
In this film Helen Holmes was clearly rehearsing for the role that brought to her fame and recognition in a serial that started getting released two months later. She became the audacious star of "The Hazards of Helen", acting as the heroine of numerous railroad adventures.
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Helen Holmes as Kate - a Schoolmistress
Jack Hoxie as Dan - a Lineman
George A. Williams as Rev. Haskins
Raymond Hadley as Adams - Hopeville State agent
United States 28 August 1914
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Action and Adventure with the first lady of the motion picture serials Helen Holmes. Cast Helen Holmes ... Kate a Schoolmistress Jack Hoxie ... Dan a Lineman ...
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