Movie

Man of the Hour

1914 0h 50m Released

Drama

Ruined by Charles Wainwright, George Garrison commits suicide but begs his son Henry to avenge him before expiring. Henry goes West makes a fortune, then returns to New York. Assuming the name of Henry Thompson he becomes Wainwright's protégé and through his machinations is elected mayor of New York. For his support Wainwright wants a franchise binding the city to the financier's railway, but Henry refuses. Attempting to frame Henry on an old murder charge fails when the “victim,” Henry's partner Joe Standing shows up. Finally, Henry confronts Wainwright exposing his evil deeds. Wainwright’s daughter, Dallas, proclaims her love for Henry.

Cast

Robert Warwick Henry Garrison Alec B. Francis George Garrison Eric Mayne Charles Wainwright Johnny Hines Perry Carter Wainwright Belle Adair Dallas Wainwright Chester Barnett Joe Standing