Ashton-Kirk, Investigator · Character
James Vale
Edyth Vale's deceased brother, whose death is part of the mystery.
minor
Also known as Jimmie, the late James Vale
First appearance: ii miss edyth vale states her case
James Vale shows up with force in Pendleton Calls Upon Ashton-Kirk. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Deceased father of Edyth Vale, known as the 'Structural Steel King.'
James Vale first appears in 0004 ii miss edyth vale states her case.
In Pendleton Calls Upon Ashton-Kirk: Deceased father of Edyth Vale, known as the 'Structural Steel King.'
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See James Vale in ii miss edyth vale states her case