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Jacky Carling

The young son of Mrs. Julius Carling, a mischievous boy.

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Also known as Master Jacky Carling, Jacky, John, Jack, Mr. Carling

First appearance: i

Jacky Carling shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mary Blake's nephew, entrusted with posting a letter but fails due to distraction.
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MVMiss VerjoosBPBilly P. CullomMCMrs. CullomDHDavid HarumJLJohn LenoxJCJacky Carling

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  • Extended community and background characters
  • Romantic and social circle
  • Central community figures
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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