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Tom Henderson

A resident of the area.

minor

Also known as Tom, Mrs. Tom Henderson

First appearance: part i i

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  • Other

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  • Extended community and outsiders
  • Core mining community
  • Nicknamed field workers

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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