Babbitt · Character

Henry T. Thompson

Myra's father and Babbitt's former business partner.

minor

Also known as Henry Thompson, Hank, Old Henry T.

First appearance: chapter i

Henry T. Thompson shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Babbitt's partner and father-in-law, who rarely comes to the office, is mentioned as part of the staff.

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Aftermath
Closing

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III
Babbitt's partner and father-in-law, who rarely comes to the office, is mentioned as part of the staff.
Chapter VI
Referenced as Babbitt's father-in-law and business partner, whose views on morals and education Babbitt dismisses.
I
Babbitt's partner and father-in-law, a traditional Yankee businessman who scoffs at seeking discounts.
IV
Myra's father; Babbitt dismisses his views on morality and education.
VI
Babbitt's father-in-law, in conference with Jake Offutt, discussing how to exploit Babbitt for their political and financial schemes.
Chapter XVIII
Visits with his wife and baby, criticizing Babbitt's household as citified and extravagant.
V
Babbitt's father-in-law, who has moved to the Hotel Hatton and is a source of obligation for the Babbitts.
Chapter XIX
Babbitt's partner in the real estate deal, advocates for self-dealing in the Street Traction Company transaction.
I
Babbitt's partner who pushes for personal profit in the Traction deal.
V
Babbitt's partner and father-in-law, warns him about the consequences of his liberal reputation.
Chapter XXXIV
Brings news of the Traction group deal; later joins the family in condemning Ted's marriage.
Chapter V
Brings news of the Traction group's interest in doing business with Babbitt.
VI
Orders Ted to listen and stop being flippant, representing the older generation's disapproval.

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