Pudd'nhead Wilson

Why did people call Wilson Puddnhead?

Pudd'nhead Wilson

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When he first arrived in Dawson's Landing, Wilson made a remark about owning half a dog. As a result of this comment, Wilson is branded a "Pudd'nhead" and a fool, and his law practice is doomed to failure.

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