Gussle's Day of Rest

Gussle's Day of Rest

1915 · 21 min · ★ 5.5 · Comedy

The disgraceful Reggie Gussle spends a day at the park with his hated wife while trying to steal a lovely girl from her boyfriend.

Directed by F. Richard Jones

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