Man of the Hour
movie
Released October 12, 1914
Genres:
Overview
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
as
Henry Garrison
Alec B. Francis
as
George Garrison
Eric Mayne
as
Charles Wainwright
Johnny Hines
as
Perry Carter Wainwright
Belle Adair
as
Dallas Wainwright
Chester Barnett
as
Joe Standing
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Ned Burton
as
Richard Horrigan
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Bert Starkey
as
Graham, sneak thief
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Charles Dungan
as
Mayor's doorkeeper
