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Jacob Spraggins

A wealthy man who plays at being a caliph.

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Also known as the Caliph Who Alleviated His Conscience Old Jacob Spraggins, old Jacob, Jacob, Caliph Spraggins, Old Jacob Spraggins, Jake

First appearance: lord oakhurst s curse

Jacob Spraggins shows up with force in A Years Supply. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The wealthy man who gives the calendar to Susie.
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UBUncle BushrodUNUnknown NarratorTMThomas McQuadeSTSamuel TanseyBPBuck PattersonJSJacob Spraggins

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Wealthy or ethnic surnames
  • Married and older characters
  • Protagonist
  • Con artists and schemers

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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