# Poetry — Character guide

> Key figures in Poetry by Ring Lardner.

- [Unknown Narrator](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/unknown_narrator.md): The unnamed first-person narrator and focal character throughout the book.
- [Young Stranger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/young_stranger.md): A youthful figure addressed by the narrator, possibly a son or protégé.
- [Harry B. Wallace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/harry_b_wallace.md): A diamond importer and acquaintance of the narrator.
- [Brother Jim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/brother_jim.md): The narrator's brother, often mentioned in familial contexts.
- [Daddy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/daddy.md): The narrator's father, referenced in personal anecdotes.
- [Charley Deneen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/charley_deneen.md): Former governor and lawyer, a political figure in the narrative.
- [Brother John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/brother_john.md): Another brother of the narrator, appearing in family scenes.
- [Lurid Lew](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/lurid_lew.md): A banker with a colorful nickname, part of the narrator's social circle.
- [Cousin Paull](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/cousin_paull.md): A cousin of the narrator, mentioned in family gatherings.
- [Madge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/madge.md): A woman who exits the narrative early, possibly a romantic interest.
- [John Z. Vogelslang](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/john_z_vogelslang.md): A restaurant owner known to the narrator.
- [Lena](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/lena_belle_fontanne.md): An actress or performer, possibly a composite character.
- [Kid Gleason](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/kid_gleason.md): Manager of the Chicago White Sox baseball team.
- [Dick Carle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/dick_carle.md): An actor or acquaintance in the narrator's circle.
- [William Veeck](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/william_veeck.md): A baseball executive associated with the Cubs.
- [Sylvia](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/sylvia.md): A woman referenced by the narrator, possibly a relative or friend.
- [John B. De Voney](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/john_b_devoney.md): A real estate agent mentioned in passing.
- [Fred C. Schwab](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/fred_c_schwab.md): A tire dealer and friend of the narrator.
- [L. Maguire](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/l_maguire.md): A president of some organization, briefly mentioned.
- [Dollar Bill](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/dollar_bill.md): A character addressed in a farewell poem.
- [Son Lou](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/son_lou.md): A son or younger relative of the narrator.
- [Bion J. Arnold](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/bion_j_arnold.md): An engineer and colonel, mentioned in the text.
- [Adolph Linick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/adolph_linick.md): A theater owner mentioned in the narrative.
- [Heine](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/heine.md): A character with a soliloquy, possibly a poet or wit.
- [Chick Evans](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/chick_evans.md): A writer and golfer, mentioned in the narrative.
- [Heckus Family](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/heckus_family.md): A family unit appearing in a poem or sketch.
- [Col. Chas. H. Ebbets](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/col_chas_ebbets.md): President of a baseball club, likely the Dodgers.
- [Jess Willard](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/jess_willard.md): A heavyweight boxer, referenced in the narrative.
- [Gott. Ralph Bradley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/poetry_19_se/characters/gott_ralph_bradley.md): A person with a military or religious title.

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