

His New Profession(1914)
Charlie takes care of a man in a wheelchair.
Movie: His New Profession
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Nephew's Girlfriend
Saloon Patron in Undershirt (uncredited)

His New Profession
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Charlie takes care of a man in a wheelchair.
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1914-08-31
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