Mr. Link Deas is heroic in "To Kill a Mockingbird" because he stands up for Tom Robinson's character and integrity, even when it goes against the prejudices of the community. He repeatedly confronts Bob Ewell to defend both Tom and Atticus Finch, showing courage and integrity in the face of injustice. His unwavering support contributes to the moral message of the novel.
Tom Robinson picked cotton for Mr. Link Deas, the owner of the farm where Tom worked.
The Ewell children are at home with Mayella when Mr. Link Deas stops by with Helen. Mr. Deas is warning them to stop harassing and intimidating Helen because he knows they have been causing trouble for her due to her relationship with Tom Robinson.
Tom's boss is Mr. Link Deas.
Mr. Link Deas takes pity on Helena and offers her a job at his farm in "To Kill a Mockingbird." He recognizes her hardworking nature and gives her the opportunity to earn a fair wage.
Mr. Link Deas learns Helen is walking out of her way to work because Bob Ewell "chunked at her". Mr. Deas walks Helen home that day and shouts into the Ewell house that if Helen has any more trouble he will have Bob Ewell arrested.
Mr. Deas escorts Helen to her home in "To Kill a Mockingbird," ensuring her safety and protecting her from potential harm.
Tom Robinson is a character in the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. He is a black man accused of raping a white woman, Mayella Ewell, in the racially charged town of Maycomb. Despite being innocent, Tom is convicted due to prejudice and racism within the community.
Mr. Link Deas gets in trouble with Judge Taylor in "To Kill a Mockingbird" for interrupting the trial and accusing Bob Ewell of harassing Tom Robinson's widow, Helen. Deas is defending Helen's character and trying to bring attention to Ewell's actions, but his outburst is seen as disruptive.
Dolphus Raymond, Aunt Alexandria, Mr. Link Deas, and Miss Rachel
Mr. Link Deas, one of Tom's previous employers
After Tom's trial and death, Mr. Link Deas, who was Tom's employer, gave Helen a job so she could feed her children. Still feeling the need to blame others for his own misfortunes, Bob Ewell continued to harass Helen to the point that she would have to walk a mile out of her way en route to work in order to avoid the Ewells. Evidently, he had his family throw rocks at her when she walked by. Mr. Deas walked her home when he found this out and hollered at the Ewell's house to leave Helen alone. However, Bob Ewell followed her to work the next day. Mr. Deas threatened Mr. Ewell with assault and when Mr. Ewell scoffed at the assault charge, Mr. Deas threatened him with a charge of the Lady's Law which is essentially threatening to charge him with stalking or harassment. After this, Helen didn't report any more trouble with Mr. Ewell.
Mr. Deas is the employer of Tom Robinson and a supporter of Atticus Finch in "To Kill a Mockingbird." He comes to Tom's defense during the trial, speaking out against the Ewells. Mr. Deas is known for his loyalty and honesty in the community.