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Will Henderson

Editor of the Winesburg Eagle, George Willard's boss.

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First appearance: mother

Will Henderson shows up with force in The Philosopher. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Owner and editor of the Winesburg Eagle who goes to Tom Willy's saloon in the afternoons.
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  • Closing

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