In this true life murder mystery, we know early on "whodunnit" (the butler, actually), but the surprising charm in the story stems from the fact that the lawyer is honest and morally upright. The story of William Marsh Rice and his legacy, Rice University, where much of the film was shot.
as Maria Vandermeer
as William Marsh Rice
as Alice Graham Baker
as James Baker
as Albert Patrick
as Capt. McKlusky
as Bank Manager
as Charlie Jones
as Mr. Swenson
as Joy
as James Osborne
as Saloon Singer
as Bank Clerk (uncredited)