Bulldog Drummond · Character
The Marquis of Laidley
A young aristocrat who helps introduce the American performers.
minor
Also known as Laidley, young Laidley, England
First appearance: i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised
The Marquis of Laidley shows up with force in Chapter III. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as the young duke coming of age; Irma plans to attend his party at Laidley Towers.
The Marquis of Laidley first appears in 0001 i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised.
In Chapter III: Mentioned as the young duke coming of age; Irma plans to attend his party at Laidley Towers.
Later, in II: The vague young host whose coming-of-age party is the occasion; he suggested hiring the Indian performer.
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See The Marquis of Laidley in i in which he takes tea at the carlton and is surprised