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Bookie
discreet
efficient
professional
stoic
Bookie manages wagers at a San Francisco hotel entrance during the 1890s. He accepts bets on boxing matches from hotel staff like the bellboy, confirming placements with a nod rather than words. His role embeds him in the city's gambling undercurrents, where he processes coins for fighters such as Gentleman Jim Corbett without drawing attention. Reliable and unobtrusive, he facilitates quick transactions amid the bustle of carriages and guests.
1 appearances
Bookmaking
Also known as:
Man at Doorway
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Affiliation
Hotel Staff
Hotel Operations and Guest Services