The Menace of Fate (1914)

Ethel, the young daughter of the wealthy Wiltons, is stolen by Effie Sprout, a woman of the slums. Fifteen years later the girl has succumbed to her environment. The gentle traits she has inherited, however, come to the surface from time to time. Dr. Westcott becomes interested in Ethel and determines to develop her better self. In attempting to burglarize Westcott's room, Ethel is injured. While in the hospital, she repulses Dr. Westcott's advances, until the latter succeeds in arousing her jealousy. Ethel thereupon attempts suicide. Westcott saves her, and in doing so, discovers Ethel's identity. With the end of her illness, the girl's better nature returns to remain forever and she becomes Westcott's wife.

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Summary Details
GenresDrama Short
FilmmakersRole
Robert G. Vignola Director
Shannon Fife Writer
CastRole
Henry Hallam
Richard Wilton
Cora Linton
Mrs. Richard Wilton
Glendora Glendon
Ethel Wilton - the Daughter, age 4
Alice Hollister
Ethel WIlton - the Daughter, age 19