Barchester Towers · Character
John Hiram
The 12th-century founder of Hiram's Hospital.
minor
Also known as Hiram, old Hiram
First appearance: ii hiram s hospital according to act of parliament
John Hiram first appears in 0001 ii hiram s hospital according to act of parliament.
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