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The Man Who Was Thursday · Character

Comrade Witherspoon

A minor anarchist encountered during the chase.

minor

Also known as Witherspoon

First appearance: xi the criminals chase the police

Comrade Witherspoon shows up with force in The Man Who Was Thursday. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Moves the amendment to elect Syme as Thursday after Syme's speech.
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LGLucian GregoryGSGabriel SymeCWComrade Witherspoon

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See Comrade Witherspoon in xi the criminals chase the police