Elmer Gantry · Character
Deacon Eversley
A deacon in Elmer's church.
minor
Also known as Eversley
First appearance: Chapter X
Deacon Eversley shows up with force in Chapter X. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Deacon Eversley is a lawyer and deacon of the Flowerdale Baptist Church in Monarch, whom Elmer is supposed to meet to arrange his preaching assignment.
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In Chapter X: Deacon Eversley is a lawyer and deacon of the Flowerdale Baptist Church in Monarch, whom Elmer is supposed to meet to arrange his preaching assignment. Later, in II: Mentioned by Elmer as a well-to-do…
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Elmer’s public vindication through Hettie’s confession and the immediate offers of prestigious positions mark…
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