The Self Starter

The Self Starter is a 1926 American silent comedy film directed by Harry Joe Brown and starring Reed Howes, Mildred Harris and Sheldon Lewis. It was distributed by the independent Rayart Pictures.

Synopsis
Returning from service in World War I Jerry Neale invents a new self starting ignition system that can power tanks and tractors. He falls in love with young actress Ruth Atkin, but faces a rival in Dan Hicks who also tries to steal his invention.

Cast

 * Reed Howes as 	Jerry Neale
 * Mildred Harris as Ruth Atkin
 * Sheldon Lewis as Buddy
 * John Sinclair as Soly
 * Harry Tenbrook as Dan Hicks
 * Lionel Belmore as Crane