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That Was Then, This Is Now

by S. E. Hinton

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In "That Was Then, This Is Now", what is Charlie's last name?

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Charlie's last name in "That Was Then, This Is Now" is Woods. He is a 22-year-old bar owner who gives Bryon and Mike advice, loans Bryon his car, and ultimately saves their lives during a confrontation with two Texans, resulting in his own death.

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Charlie Woods is the bar owner that Bryon and Mike look up to.  He is 22, has a tough attitude, and gives the boys good advice.  He loans Bryon his car for the school dance.  Charlie also saves the boys' lives when they hustle two Texans who attack them.  Charlie is killed in the fight. 

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