Conscience and the Temptress
John Morton, a rising young businessman, comes under the fascinating spell of Vera Violetta, a burlesque actress, and lavishes costly gifts upon her.
John Morton, a rising young businessman, comes under the fascinating spell of Vera Violetta, a burlesque actress, and lavishes costly gifts upon her.
Adele Lane
Vera Violetta - the Temptress
Edwin Wallock
John Morton - the Victim
Edith Johnson
Vera's Maid
Lillian Hayward
John's Mother
John Morton, a rising young businessman, comes under the fascinating spell of Vera Violetta, a burlesque actress, and lavishes costly gifts upon her.
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