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Alexander Nicholson

A local man.

minor

Also known as Mr. Nicholson

First appearance: i how a retired provision merchant felt the impulse of spring

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  • Other

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  • Gorbals Die-Hards and locals
  • Protagonist
  • Supporting characters and antagonists
  • Local allies and villains

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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