Ella

Kate Hayes

Ella and Kate Hayes are close friends, possibly confidantes or companions.

Kate Hayes

Ella and Kate Hayes are close friends, possibly confidantes or companions.

Kate Hayes

Ella and Kate Hayes are close friends, possibly confidantes or companions.

Tour No. 2

Minnie, Larry's wife, who is seasick and unenthusiastic about the trip.

I

Mentioned as Minnie, Larry's wife, who is spending money on clothes and is upset with Larry.

V

Dolly, referred to as Ella, is the woman Ike becomes engaged to and who leaves him after overhearing the conversation.

Chapter III

Warner's fiancée, who is upset about the lost inheritance and insists on waiting to marry until debts are paid.

The Clubby Roadster

The narrator's wife, who is initially asleep in the back seat and later wakes to the rough ride, adding to the general discomfort.

VI: Syracuse to Hudson 183.2

The mother, who tries to make conversation and suggests stops.

I: Quick Returns

The narrator's wife, who is determined to move to New York to find a husband for her sister Kate.

II: Ritchey

The narrator's wife, who insists on moving to Riverside Drive to improve Kate's chances of meeting a suitable man, despite the high cost.

III: Lady Perkins

Tom's wife, frustrated with the hotel's social scene.

IV: Only One

Ella encourages Kate to accept Daley's proposal and is part of the betting group.

V: Katie Wins a Home

The narrator's wife, who is skeptical of Ralston and the investment.

Some Like Them Cold

Mabelle Gillespie, the recipient of the letters, responds with wit and a hint of jealousy.

Who Dealt?

Ella is the narrator, who speaks throughout the chapter, sharing stories about Tom's writing, the Guthries, and her own preferences. She is also a bridge player, often distracted by conversation.

Rhythm

Rita Marlowe, Harry's girlfriend, whom he callously drops as his fame rises.

I Can’t Breathe

The narrator, a young woman engaged to Walter, who becomes entangled with Frank and Gordon.

III: Young Man Goes West

Referred to as Dolly Madison, the narrator's dance partner at the Seattle ball.

IX: Yale, Beaten by Blind Boys

Bera Grudge, the eccentric daughter who constantly shouts 'Sis-Boom-Ah! Tiger!' and is obsessed with tigers.

X: A Gay Christmas Eve

Mrs. Stevens, the laundress, who is witty and participates in the festivities.

XIX: A Soft Job

Mentioned as Nora Bayes, a customer at the ticket window.

XXV: Even Judge Ogle Smiled

The Queen of Romania, referred to as Marie, who attends the luncheon and displays a folksy demeanor.

Sun Cured

Miss Clancy, Fretts's fifty-three-year-old office manager, who insisted he take a vacation to recover from his exhausting lifestyle.

Now and Then

Irma's friend, the recipient of the letters, though not present in the chapter.

Nora

Referred to as 'Nora', the heroine of Hazlett's play, though her character is significantly altered in the producers' revisions.

There Are Smiles

The woman driving the Cadillac, who has an irresistible smile and a thrilling voice. She engages Ben in playful conversation and offers him a ride.

The Maysville Minstrel

Stephen's wife, Stella, who encourages his poetry and is excited when his poem is published.