A railroad conductor who frequently waits for Alva to take her out on dates. Mrs. Starr encourages Alva to be kind to him, as he has promised to financially support the family. He eventually accompanies the Starr women to Memphis, serving as a practical alternative to Alva's dream of going to New Orleans.
Owen and Johnson act as romantic and social rivals within the town.
Johnson and Willie share a casual acquaintance within the Dodson community.
Johnson exists as a known local figure within Tom's narrative frame.
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