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Mr. Kowalt

A socialist comrade and associate of Ernest.

minor

Also known as Kowalt

First appearance: v the philomaths

Mr. Kowalt shows up with force in IX: The Mathematics of a Dream. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Engages in the discussion, questioning what happens if the trusts win the battle for ownership of the machines.
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In IX: The Mathematics of a Dream: Engages in the discussion, questioning what happens if the trusts win the battle for ownership of the machines. Later, in XVI: The End: Drafted into the militia against the farmers,…

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EEErnest EverhardOWOwenMAMr. AsmunsenHAHartmanCVColonel Van Gi…MKMr. Kowalt

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  • Other

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  • Diverse Associates and Allies
  • Protagonist
  • Capitalist Oligarchy Defenders

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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