Minor character
Jimmy is the rebellious son of dockworker Russ Williams and the story's central figure. He turns from petty theft to confidence work and robs a factory owner of a $50,000 payroll, then serves a prison sentence. Influenced by his sweetheart Mary, he resolves to return the money and leave his criminal associates behind.
An earnest, ambitious Assistant District Attorney who prosecutes Alice Carroll and secures her murder conviction, despite privately doubting her guilt. When later evidence reveals the real killer, Starr works to obtain Alice's pardon and travels to find her. He risks his life protecting her from Barrow's surviving allies, and the two reconcile after she is cleared.
Leads a scientific expedition into the South Pacific jungles to locate a wonder drug source. He faces assassination attempts and crocodile attacks on his guides, ultimately being rescued by Jane Claymore with RAF assistance.
The manager of the New York Blue Sox who suspends Johnny Norton for his incorrigible behavior.
Buddy is Mary's brother, and the two share a close bond in their modest home. As he leaves for the store, Simmons's gang murders him, an event that shatters Mary's life and triggers her traumatic mental collapse. His killing also drives Kelly's determination to pursue the criminals and bring them to justice.
Rusty is one of three vaudeville performers who cross paths with Valerie Hale. He and Pancho and Blimp fall in love with her, and the trio later runs interference for her and helps capture the real spies after her cover is blown.
Don Terry has 31 screen credits in a career dating back to 1928. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Sherlock Holmes Rathbone Series with 1 titles. Signature works include Don Winslow of the Navy, The Secret of Treasure Island, A Dangerous Adventure. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
