An American Tragedy · Character
Governor Waltham
The governor who considers Clyde's clemency appeal.
minor
Also known as Governor Waltham, Waltham
First appearance: book iii
Governor Waltham shows up with force in XXXIV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Governor Waltham hears the pleas for clemency but decides to uphold the death sentence.
Governor Waltham first appears in 0068 book iii.
In XXXIV: Governor Waltham hears the pleas for clemency but decides to uphold the death sentence.
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- Clemency and Spiritual Advisors
- Trial and Defense Team
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