Works in the back shop. Engages in a scuffle with the Kid and accidentally hits the rival proprietor instead.
A small man who arrives at the station with his large wife and numerous children. He purchases tickets from The Hobo and consumes a watermelon with his family outside.
Mike, the building's elevator operator, chases a mouse through the studios. When it climbs the poor artist's portrait of the landlord, Mike's club misses the mouse and tears the painting. He suggests dressing as the landlord and sitting in the frame for the exhibition, but Billy later discovers the ruse and chases him.
Sidekick to Howson Lotts. Assists the villain in his schemes, likely including the fraudulent sale of the beach-front house to John.
The town's mayor and father of Bill's romantic interest. Mentioned to establish the personal stakes of the story.
Bud Ross has 39 screen credits in a career dating back to 1915. Signature works include The Stranger, The Chief Cook, The Reformer. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
