The Stolen Tapestries (1913)
Abbott love Anna, daughter of Roberts, a millionaire. The latter frowns upon Abbott's suit, declaring the young man to be a dreamer. Roberts discovers that one of his valuable tapestries has been stolen. His butler, James, hands him a note which demands that the millionaire be at a certain spot with a large sum of money, if he wants the tapestry returned. Roberts notifies the police and obeys the note's demand. The thieves fail to show up. Upon his return to the house, the millionaire finds the tapestry torn to shreds. A note fastened to it tells him it is the result of his informing the police. The following day an immensely valuable Gobelin tapestry disappears. Another note is found by James, demanding $50,000 for its return. Abbott learns of the theft. He promises to recover the tapestry and capture the thieves if Roberts will consent to his marriage with Anna. The millionaire finally agrees. That night, Roberts pays a mysterious man the $50,000 and gets the tapestry. Abbott, by shamming intoxication, loiters in the neighborhood and pours anise over the auto used by the thief. Later, the young man secures the aid of the police and with a pair of bloodhounds tracks the machine to the robbers' hiding place. The house is raided and a desperate battle ensues. The thieves are finally subdued and the ringleader is discovered to be James, the butler. Remembering his promise, the millionaire gives his consent to the marriage of Abbott and Anna.
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GenresDrama
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| Filmmakers | Role |
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| J.P. McGowan | Director |
| Cast | Role |
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| William Brunton | |
| Helen Holmes | |
| George A. Williams | |
| Charles Wells |
