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Mr. Lyons

A man who argues about politics and betting in the committee room.

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First appearance: Ivy Day in the Committee Room

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A skeptical canvasser who questions Parnell's fitness to lead, sparking debate among the men.
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MHMr. HenchyMCMr. CroftonMHMr. HynesMSMangan's SisterMFMichael FureyMLMr. Lyons

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  • Other

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  • Political operators and lost loves
  • Street-level schemers and infatuations

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Farrington’s psychological peak occurs here as his simmering resentment and humiliation explode into a direct,…

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