Spoon River Anthology, Daisy Fraser summary
Daisy Fraser of 246 · 1 min to read the chapter
In Daisy Fraser, Daisy questions whether an editor, a judge, and two ministers contribute to public needs despite serving powerful interests. She contrasts their conduct with her own repeated payments into the school fund, exposing a gap between public respectability and financial support for the community.
What happens
- Daisy questions whether Editor Whedon shares money received for backing candidates, encouraging investment, and concealing the bank’s condition.
- She asks whether the Circuit Judge helps anyone besides the railroad and bankers.
- She questions whether Rev. Peet and Rev. Sibley contribute salary money toward the waterworks.
- Daisy describes the gestures, coughs, and remarks that greet her in the street.
- She states that every appearance before Justice Arnett costs her ten dollars plus costs, paid into the school fund.
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What to notice
The question challenges the judge’s impartiality. It forms part of Daisy’s broader contrast between respected officials and her own treatment.
Quick check
Where do Daisy’s payments go when she appears before Justice Arnett?
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