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Earl

Jason's employer at the hardware store.

minor

Also known as Mr. Earl

First appearance: april sixth 1928

Earl first appears in 0002 april sixth 1928.

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UJUncle JobCCCaddy CompsonCCCaroline CompsonJCJason Compson IVQCQuentin CompsonEAEarl

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  • Minor Characters and Acquaintances
  • Compson Family and Household
  • Protagonist

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