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A short public service film warning people in New Jersey to stay out of the way of oncoming streetcars. The message is framed in a cute romantic comedy.
Top billed cast
Andy ClarkJimmie
Elsie MacLeodRuth- Harry GrippBill
Cora WilliamsRuth's Mother
Julian ReedSafety Committee Head
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