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Clifford Golden

A man who resembles Clyde and is mentioned in the trial.

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Also known as Clifford Golden, Clifford, Golden, Carl Graham

First appearance: book iii

Clifford Golden first appears in 0068 book iii.

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EGEsta GriffithsEGEmily GriffithsEGElvira GriffithsGCGrant CranstonFHFred HeitCGClifford Golden

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  • Other

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  • Trial and Defense Team
  • Lycurgus Social Circle

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