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The Saleslady (1916)

Movie 50 min

Drama

Poverty forces Helen Shirley, a country lass, into New York in search of a living. Shy and unsophisticated, Helen falls an easy victim of the notorious band which preys upon young girls and she is easily induced to go to a boarding house which is in reality the headquarters of the gang.

Frederick A. Thomson Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 23, 1916
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0007282
Language
Studio
Famous Players Film Company

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Cast

Hazel Dawn Hazel Dawn Helen Irving Cummings Irving Cummings Bruce Clarence Handyside Clarence Handyside Bruce's Father (as Clarence Handysides) Dorothy Rogers Lizzie Arthur Morrison Officer Burke

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Saleslady about?
Poverty forces Helen Shirley, a country lass, into New York in search of a living. Shy and unsophisticated, Helen falls an easy victim of the notorious band which preys upon young girls and she is easily induced to go to a boarding house which is in reality the headquarters of the gang.
Who directed The Saleslady?
The Saleslady was directed by Frederick A. Thomson.
Who stars in The Saleslady?
The Saleslady stars Hazel Dawn, Irving Cummings, Clarence Handyside, Dorothy Rogers.
When was The Saleslady released?
The Saleslady is a 1916 drama film.
Where can I watch The Saleslady?
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