Violent gangster and bootlegger who runs a speakeasy. Forces Temple and Toddy into his home, knocks Toddy unconscious, shoots the watchman Tommy, and rapes Temple in the barn. Kidnaps her to a city brothel. Attacks Stephen during a visit but is shot dead by Temple.
The primary antagonist who violently exploits and controls Temple.
Criminal associates operating within the same illicit establishment.
Trigger murders the young watchman to eliminate a witness.
Legal and personal opposition as Stephen investigates the crime.
An accidental confrontation that removes Temple's only physical defense.
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