Ricketts is the local police sergeant who reprimands Cody after the dangerous rail-bike ride and later investigates the death at the abandoned camp. He believes the death was natural and forbids access to the pond. When Cody vanishes, Ricketts works with Gaza to drain Donkegin Hole and recover him, becoming part of the rescue effort.
Bill is one of two struggling thieves who learn that the Thompson family's horse, Prince, could win the New Year's Cup. He joins Sly in stealing the horse and escaping into the nearby mountains, prompting the Thompson children and their cousin Michael to pursue them.
The town treasurer, who steals the money intended to pay Fluteman because he wants to fund a long-desired holiday in Singapore. He gives the stolen money to his partner, Oswald Snaith, to hide. When the theft is discovered, it prevents the councillors from paying Fluteman until the town pursues Snaith and recovers the money.
John Ewart has 35 screen credits in a career dating back to 1949. Signature works include The Odyssey, Bush Christmas, Island Trader. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
