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Phineas P. Blackhead
A pompous and wealthy businessman, a symbol of old New York.
minor
Also known as Phineas P. Blackhead, Phineas Blackhead, Blackhead, the Blackhead
First appearance: section i
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- Old New York and traditional values
- Elite social climbers
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- Bohemian and underworld figures
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