William A. Morse was an American actor who is best known for The Song of the Wage Slave, Her Own Way, and Barbara Frietchie. Born around 1887, he had a brief career in the early 20th century before his untimely death.
Personal and Family Life
Details about William A. Morse’s personal and family life are limited. He was born in the late 19th century and pursued a career in acting, which was not well-documented. There is little known about his family background or relationships.
Career
William A. Morse was active in the film industry during a time when silent films were gaining popularity. He starred in several notable films from 1912 to 1917, showcasing his talent in various roles. Despite his short career, he left an impact on early cinema with performances in films like Vampire and The Empress.
Death and Legacy
William A. Morse passed away on September 23, 1918, in New York City due to pneumonia. His death at a relatively young age cut short a potentially promising career in the film industry. Though not widely remembered today, his contributions to silent film are part of cinematic history.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | The Starbucks | Tom Elliot – the Judge’s Son |
| 1912 | Chiquita, the Dancer | Foster |
| 1913 | His Old-Fashioned Mother | James |
| 1914 | When Romance Came to Anne | Mark Lane – the Farmer |
| 1914 | Trapped by a Heliograph | Sergeant Blake |
| 1915 | The Clubman’s Wager | Clubman |
| 1915 | The Shooting of Dan McGrew | Dan McGrew |
| 1915 | Her Own Way | Sam Coast |
| 1915 | Greater Love Hath No Man | Warden Rand |
| 1915 | Vampire | John Glenning |
| 1916 | What Will People Say? | Murray Ten Eycke |
| 1917 | The Empress | DeBaudry |