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Charlie

A minor character, possibly a waiter or bartender.

minor

Also known as Charlie, Hay Charlie, Charley, Hay

First appearance: section i

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JHJimmy HerfLHLily HerfPPPhineas P. Bla…GBGeorge BaldwinSEStan EmeryCHCharlie

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Background figures and minor characters
  • Protagonist
  • Elite social climbers
  • Old New York and traditional values

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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