Motor Boat stayed in the house while Janie and Tea Cake fled east to escape the rising waters. The house was ripped from its foundations and carried for several miles by the water, but Motor Boat slept through the entire thing.
             Doctor Simmons - Doctor Simmons diagnosed Tea Cake with rabies. He testified on Janie's behalf during her murder trial for killing Tea Cake.
             Jody Starks - Jody Starks was Janie's second husband. He traveled to Eatonville because he wanted to have a "big voice." Jody was a consummate politician, so he grew wealthy and powerful over the years. He was the Post Master, Mayor, storekeeper, and biggest landlord in Eatonville. He regarded Janie as a reflection of his wealth and status, so he dictated her every move.
             Johnny Taylor - When Janie was sixteen, she embarked on a sexual awakening. Johnny Taylor was a poor young man who lived in the area. Janie allowed him to kiss her over the fence. Unfortunately
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