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Hugo Weinschenk

The energetic director of a fire insurance company who marries Tony's daughter, Erica Grünlich.

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Also known as Director Weinschenk, Herr Hugo Weinschenk

First appearance: part v i

Hugo Weinschenk shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The serious Director who marries Erica.

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In I: The serious Director who marries Erica. He wishes for Tony to live with them initially. His taste in art runs to still-lifes and nudes. Later, in II: Tony briefly discusses her son-in-law, describing him as a…

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I
The serious Director who marries Erica. He wishes for Tony to live with them initially. His taste in art runs to still-lifes and nudes.
II
Tony briefly discusses her son-in-law, describing him as a hardworking but uncouth man with a temper, who lacks a refined upbringing and places demands on Erica.
Chapter VIII
His legal case casts a pall over the evening; he discusses the proceedings with wild levity, condemning the court's bias until silence forces him to stop.
Part IX
His trial reaches a critical point, requiring a large bond to avoid arrest. He is described as rude and volatile at home. He is ultimately sentenced to prison.
IV
Released from prison a broken man. His self-esteem is shattered; he is dejected, reclusive, and cowardly. He departs for London and then vanishes, sending only one final letter before cutting off all contact with his family.

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