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Mike Cardinale

An Italian immigrant involved in petty crime.

minor

Also known as Mike Cardinale, Cardinale, Mike

First appearance: section i

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CJCongo JakeACAnna CohenETEllen ThatcherETEd ThatcherJCJack CunninghamMCMike Cardinale

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  • Background figures and minor characters
  • Theater and entertainment world
  • Elite social climbers
  • Immigrants and working class

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