The Courts of the Morning · Character
Mr. Roderick Wilbur
An American journalist caught up in the Olifa revolution.
minor
Also known as Mr. Wilbur, Wilbur
First appearance: i
Mr. Roderick Wilbur shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.
American consul; discusses Castor's influence and Olifa's transformation; becomes confidential with Archie; criticizes his own country's unpopularity.
Mr. Roderick Wilbur first appears in 0007 i.
In III: American consul; discusses Castor's influence and Olifa's transformation; becomes confidential with Archie; criticizes his own country's unpopularity.
Later, in IV: Mentioned as having interfered in the passport process, possibly causing the delay.
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