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John Jackson

A schoolboy who is part of the school's social fabric.

minor

Also known as Jackson

First appearance: now talking about cricket

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In V: Referenced in comparison to Charteris's boxing technique. Later, in Shields’ and the Cricket Cup: Star batsman for Spence's house,…

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HDHunters Dunsta…CHCharterisSMSmithCLClephaneJSJ. S. M. Babin…JJJohn Jackson

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Character groups

  • Diverse Characters
  • Masters and Relatives
  • Protagonist
  • Schoolboys and Masters
  • Masters and Students
  • Schoolboys and Students

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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