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Governor Alvarado

A historical figure mentioned in the context of California land grants.

minor

Also known as Governor, The Governor

First appearance: book i

Governor Alvarado's tie to Magnus Derrick is one of the pressures that moves The Octopus—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Governor Alvarado first appears in 0005 book i.

With Magnus Derrick (professional): Governor Alvarado is a political ally of Magnus Derrick, supporting his anti-railroad stance but ultimately proving ineffectual against corporate power. With Magnus Derrick (professional): Governor Alvarado is a political ally of Magnus Derrick, supporting his anti-railroad stance but ultimately proving ineffectual against corporate power. With Magnus Derrick (professional): Governor Alvarado is a political ally of Magnus Derrick, supporting his anti-railroad stance but ultimately proving ineffectual against corporate power.

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See Governor Alvarado in book i
See Governor Alvarado in book i