Elmer Gantry · Character
Dr. Wilkie Bannister
A minister in Zenith.
minor
Also known as Dr. Bannister
First appearance: chapter x
Dr. Wilkie Bannister shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Dr. Wilkie Bannister first appears in 0057 chapter x.
In I: Dr. Wilkie Bannister is a celebrated surgeon and fundamentalist member of Yorkville Methodist Church, influential in the decision about Gantry's appointment.
Later, in II: Conceited and delays advising the Official Board to call Elmer, angering him.
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- Elmer's early associates
- Local church figures
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