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MacPherson

Another gardener at the estate, mentioned briefly.

minor

First appearance: xxiii

See MacPherson in xxiiiBook page

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LMLady Maud MarshGRGeoffrey RaymondSGSpenser GrayAFAlice FaradayMWMr. WilloughbyMAMacPherson

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See MacPherson in xxiii