Paul looks out for his dreamy sister, Edith. He wants to be a railroad man like his father when he grows up.
“Industrious! I love big words. Sam says I’m industrious, Edith! You know, Sam, I’m gonna be a railroad man when I grow up.”
A kind, resilient young man who lives his life for his family.
Kate is a dignified, self assured woman who wears floofy dresses and takes care to inquire into everybody’s business.
A young woman with a short temper, a warm heart, and a knack for making people feel at home wherever she is.
The sleeper car magnate who will sacrifice anything for speed.