Anna of the Five Towns · Character
Mr. Banks
A local businessman and acquaintance.
minor
First appearance: iv a visit
Mr. Banks shows up with force in IX: The Treat. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Minister who visits Tellwright to beg for the building fund; pledges £20 himself; wounded by Tellwright's bluntness; records Tellwright's £25 pledge.
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
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