Struggles and Triumphs · Character
S. H. Hurd
A business associate involved in the Jerome Clock Company.
minor
Also known as Mr. Hurd, Mr. S. H. Hurd, Hurd, Mr. Samuel H. Hurd, Sammy, Sam, the chopfallen Hurd
First appearance: xxv the jerome clock company entanglement
S. H. Hurd shows up with force in XXX: In Holland. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Marries Barnum's daughter Helen in Bridgeport.
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In XXX: In Holland: Marries Barnum's daughter Helen in Bridgeport. Later, in The American Museum in Ruins: Barnum's son-in-law and assistant manager; sends the telegram about the fire; saves money and account books by…
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- Other
Character groups
- Authors and business partners
- Barnum's inner circle
- Diverse associates and performers
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- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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