The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge · Character
Frank W. Stearns
A Boston department-store magnate and devoted friend who nudged, funded, and practically willed Calvin Coolidge into higher office.
supporting
Also known as Mr. Frank W. Stearns, Mr. Stearns
First appearance: iii the law and politics
As a supporting figure in The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge, Frank W. Stearns is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Implied as a supporter; Coolidge mentions 'the firm where I read law' in context of Judge Field.
Frank W. Stearns appears in The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge as supporting figure.
Frank W. Stearns first appears in 0004 iii the law and politics.
In In National Politics: Implied as a supporter; Coolidge mentions 'the firm where I read law' in context of Judge Field.
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- Professional
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Character groups
- Political Predecessors and Mentors
- Influential Figures and Family
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Governor McCall
professional · positive
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