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Mr. Graham

A company official who investigates the mines.

minor

Also known as Graham

First appearance: i

Mr. Graham shows up with force in XXXIV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A reporter for the press association who listens to Hal's account of the mine disaster and the company's misconduct, promising to investigate.
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HWHal WarnerBKBilly KeatingARAlf RaymondASAlec StoneSASilas AdamsMGMr. Graham

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor miners and community members
  • Protagonist
  • Union activists and allies
  • Mine management and antagonists

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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