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Walter Johnson

A legendary pitcher, mentioned as a rival.

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Also known as Walter Johnson, Johnson, Walter, president Johnson

First appearance: jack keefe stories

Walter Johnson shows up with force in Strategy and Tragedy. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Jack recalls a game against Johnson and the Washington club to illustrate his strategic points.
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In Strategy and Tragedy: Jack recalls a game against Johnson and the Washington club to illustrate his strategic points. Later, in The Courtship of T. Dorgan: Pitcher for the Washington club; Jack mentions being saved…

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MAMarieJJJack JohnsonJBJoe BenzJHJoe HillSCSam CrawfordWJWalter Johnson

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Diverse acquaintances and figures
  • Love interest and teammates
  • Fiery manager and sports figures
  • Military acquaintances
  • White Sox teammates

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Story tension across the book.

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

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