John arrives at a reception in the Darley household carrying a paper that will bring about the Darleys' financial ruin. Peter arranges for John to be brought into the reception room, then holds up the guests in order to secure the paper and save his employer. John's arrival sets the central crisis in motion.
VIP guest or official attending formal events at the hotel.
Business associate or local official connected to mining ventures and financial matters.
Senator Harlan attends the important dinner at the Kilbourne home and takes a strong liking to E. Wade Rawlins. His confidence in Wade makes it impossible for the family to dismiss him easily, while his relationship with Minerva adds to Jerry Kilbourne's jealousy.
John Clark Reitter Sr. is the wealthy New York newspaper publisher and father of the absent John Reitter Jr. He returns home earlier than expected, introduces Barry to Patricia and her father as his son, and remains proud of what he believes is his son's reform while Barry hides the truth.
The judicial authority presiding over the proceedings against Slim.
A minor adult character connected to the surrounding community and household events.
Paul Everton has 66 screen credits in a career dating back to 1915. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Five Little Peppers with 2 titles. Signature works include The Last of the Carnabys, The Debt, You, the People. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
