In the Watches of the Night

Plot Summary

An honest worker, John Whitney, finds himself unemployed and unable to provide for his family. Desperate, he robs a rich man's home and is arrested. One of the police officers is an old friend and accompanies Whitney home to allow a farewell with his wife. Humiliated, Whitney decides to kill himself and his family. The rich man learns of his desperate situation and arrives in time to save the family and drops the charges.

Top Cast

Frank Powell Henry Brainhard

George Nichols John Whitney

Marion Leonard Mrs. John Whitney

Gladys Egan The Whitney Child

Mary Pickford Girl at Henry Brainard's