Central protagonist and sculptor. After his parents separate, he moves to Paris and marries Clarice, who leaves him for another man. Following his father's death, he returns to New York feeling rejected by his family. Struggling and contemplating suicide, he finds inspiration through artist model Hope Martin. He creates his breakthrough sculpture, Blind Youth, achieving sudden fame, and ultimately marries Hope after Clarice reveals their union was invalid.
A hard-bitten captain who commands Gwynn’s smuggling fleet, Hayden is a key enforcer in the rum-running operation. He recognizes Bess after her capture, helps Gwynn set a trap for Vincent, and later attacks The Fury with a deck cannon, but the smugglers are ultimately overpowered.
Federal investigator appointed to examine Lincoln County corruption, becomes a target for the gang.
Financial backer with ties to the criminal conspiracy.
Military or industrial worker with dual role listing
Portrayed by Walter McGrail, cited with Olive Thomas and Walt Whitman as one of the film's stars and listed second in the cast. The available text gives no plot details, so Roger's exact role in the story is not documented.
Jim is the superintendent of the department store where Edith finds work after her release from prison. He marries her, and when her criminal past is exposed in connection with the robbery, he forgives her. His relationship with Edith is central to the personal consequences of the revelation.
Antagonist and suitor of Sylvia. He attempts to seduce her during a storm but flees after being struck with a candlestick. He actually murdered John Randall, stole his will, and burned his body in the lodge fire. He later reappears at Sylvia's party to seize the stolen jewels but is arrested by hidden detectives.
A man who loves Hermione and resents her marriage arrangement with Gerald. Before leaving on a venture to Africa, he taunts her as a purchased woman and tries to make love to her. Unknown to Gordon, Gerald finances his venture. His actions contribute to Hermione's decision to go to the country.
Zanten / Dick Sterling is the gambler who gives Loring a fictitious account of a murderous gang while Loring investigates Wilbur’s death. He is revealed to be Beatrice’s villainous fiancé and confesses to the murder. The summary also says that attempts on Loring’s life are made by the gang the gambler invented.
Ernest Sanford is a novelist who initially studies Erminie Foster as a flapper type and treats her with a smugly superior attitude. He shelters her under his housekeeper's protection for inspiration, but his satire on women is rejected. After learning why Erminie risked her reputation, he confesses his love for her.
Blinker is a rich man who takes the Staten Island Ferry to escape his usual group of friends. He meets Florence there and begins a romance with her, but is troubled when she describes meeting men in the park. After he and Florence are rescued from the water, Bill persuades him of Florence's honesty, and he reunites with her.
Walter McGrail has 122 screen credits in a career dating back to 1916. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently Rough Riders Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Blind Youth, Special Agent K-7, Night Beat. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 6 universes
