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The Heart of the Law

Detective William Burke is assigned to capture George Watson, an escaped criminal. Six years of sleuthing discovers nothing, and Burke reports to the chief that he is unable to capture the fugitive from justice. During the six years Watson has prospered, and with his wife and family settles in a quiet dignified neighborhood.

Top Cast

  • Richard Travers

    Richard Travers

    George Watson

  • Ruth Stonehouse

    Ruth Stonehouse

    Mrs. George Watson

  • Otis Schaefer

    Otis Schaefer

    The Watson Child

  • E.H. Calvert

    E.H. Calvert

    Detective William Burke

  • Lillian Drew

    Lillian Drew

    His Wife

  • Master Calvert

    Master Calvert

    Their son

  • Charles Hitchcock

    Charles Hitchcock

    The Brakeman

Overview

Detective William Burke is assigned to capture George Watson, an escaped criminal. Six years of sleuthing discovers nothing, and Burke reports to the chief that he is unable to capture the fugitive from justice. During the six years Watson has prospered, and with his wife and family settles in a quiet dignified neighborhood.

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