The Franchise Trailer

The Franchise Trailer (1916)

16 October 1916 Drama 24 mins

When Gilbert Warren discovers his law partner Arthur Fenton making crooked deals, he severs their relationship and opens an office of his own. Louise Talcott, daughter of Colonel Talcott, is loved by both. She favors Warren. Out of jealousy, when Warren leaves town, Fenton schemes to blacken his name. Warren is appointed to vet the street railway franchise. When Fenton hears of this, he reports to Colonel Talcott and the Mayor that Warren is a grafter. The Colonel floats a deal to test Warren and finds him honest. Later, the Colonel and the Mayor apologize to Warren as he embraces Louise.

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Cast

Edward Coxen

as Gilbert Warren

Winifred Greenwood

as Louise Talcott

George Field

as Arthur Fenton

Clarence Burton

as Colonel Talcott - Louise's Father

Al Fordyce

as Mayor

Crew

Anthony Coldeway

Anthony Coldeway Scenario Writer

International Releases Dates

United States 16 October 1916

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