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Anne of Green Gables · Character

William J. Blair

A boy from Avonlea who gives a recitation.

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Also known as William J. Blair, Blair, William Blair, Billy

First appearance: xxxiii the hotel concert

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DBDiana BarrySLSamuel LawsonMPMr. PhillipsBABilly AndrewsMRMrs. Rachel Ly…WJWilliam J. Blair

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  • Extended Avonlea townsfolk
  • Avonlea core community

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