A Terrible Lesson (1912)

The story involves a man who goes to a gambling den regardless of the protestations of his wife He is extremely lucky and his luck attracts attention Strangers become friendly with him and he being a good feller sets up the crowd After the nights playing he is advised by the owner of the den that it would be hazardous for him to attempt going home alone with so much cash on his person Chance decides to remain over night He is shown to a room During the night he not only finds that he has been trapped but an attempt is made on his life Moving Picture World