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Psmith, Journalist · Character

Sam

A member of the Table Hill gang who opposes Psmith's group.

minor

Also known as One Sam

First appearance: The Battle of Pleasant Street

Sam shows up with force in The Battle of Pleasant Street. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Guards the trapdoor with a pistol, but is outwitted by Psmith's ladder escape.
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MWMr. WolmannTGTommy GoodleySRSpider ReillyKBKid BradyPHPat HarriganSASam

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  • Other

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  • Supporting cast and opposition
  • Core reform allies

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

Psmith’s dreamy, contented reflection on the peaceful resolution of the New York conflicts—Waring’s electoral…

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