"The town had a basketful of feeling good and bad about Joe's positions and possessions, but none had the temerity to challenge him. They bowed down to him rather, because he was all of these things, and then again he was all of these things because the town bowed down."
When Jody got Eatonville started, everyone wasn't sure whether or not they should show appreciation or be wonder why he is doing so much for them. They realize that they just should take it and appreciate. Joe brought their town from nothing to something major. They all practically bowed down to him, and did everything he wanted them to do for him. He kept doing these things because the town was bowing down to him. Everyone in the town started getting along, and they had nice houses. Joe would even hangout with them and keep them company. The years Janie spent in this town was a big part of her life.
Chapter 5 - Page 50
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