The Measure of a Man (1914) User Reviews

Makes the spectator sit up and take notice

[deickemeyer · 13 May 2018]

For a single-reel picture Paul Powell certainly had an inspiration, for this one contains more to the square inch than one out of a hundred, in the way of action and punches. It also contains some educational scenes, or at least demonstrates to the audience the method of using the force of water to make excavations, through huge hose and by high pressure. There is a consistent plot embracing some exciting episodes that makes the spectator sit up and take notice. Joseph DeGrasse, as a vagrant; Henry King, as the superintendent of the work; L.C. Shumway, shift boss, played their various parts excellently, but the honors are due to Marion Emmous, who was cast for Tommy, the superintendent's son, whose work was great. - The Moving Picture World, February 28, 1914