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James Latimer

A local character, possibly a friend or acquaintance of the boys.

minor

Also known as Jim, the Jim

First appearance: i oliver parmenter jones

James Latimer shows up with force in XXIII: Treasure Trove. The page is where that presence becomes real.

One of the Arkansas men, the great-grandson of the land pirate, confronts the boys about the explosion but is persuaded to pay a dollar to dig.
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In XXIII: Treasure Trove: One of the Arkansas men, the great-grandson of the land pirate, confronts the boys about the explosion but is…

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JJJibby JonesJAJohn A. MurrellJAJakeFAFatherTRThe RatJLJames Latimer

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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