Doctor Thorne · Character

Lady Scatcherd

Sir Roger's humble, honest wife, devoted to a son who is killing himself, and too truthful even to lie in his favor.

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Also known as Scatcherd, Poor Lady Scatcherd, Dear Lady Scatcherd

First appearance: i the greshams of greshamsbury

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Lady Scatcherd rose with her husband from nothing and now keeps Boxall Hill with plain, housekeeping-room manners and an unshakable loyalty to her only son. She admits Louis still takes his French drinks in the morning, yet clings to Mary Thorne's hopeful words as though they were worth more than they are, and turns to Dr. Thorne as her only friend when the end comes. Her helpless love for a son she cannot save gives the Scatcherd fortune its human cost.

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IX: Sir Roger Scatcherd
Anxious about her husband's health, she tries to persuade Dr. Thorne to intervene and offers him brandy, but is dismissed by Sir Roger.
X: Sir Roger’s Will
Pleads with Dr. Thorne not to leave, showing deep anxiety for her husband's health and distrust of Dr. Fillgrave.
When Greek Meets Greek, Then Comes the Tug of War
Anxious and flustered, she tries to appease Dr. Fillgrave with a five-pound note after her husband's refusal to see him.
The Two Uncles
Mentioned as Sir Roger's wife who could host Mary, though Dr. Thorne dismisses the idea.
Sir Roger Is Unseated
Watches helplessly as Sir Roger's drinking worsens; considers sending for Dr. Thorne but hesitates.
Louis Scatcherd
Anxious and distressed, she relies on Dr. Thorne for the truth and is troubled by the presence of Mr. Rerechild.
XXV: Sir Roger Dies
Grieves deeply for her husband, remembering their early love; left a life income of a thousand pounds a year.
XXVIII: The Doctor Hears Something to His Advantage
Lady Scatcherd hopes for her son's reform and encourages the match between Sir Louis and Mary, praising Louis's improved behavior.
Sir Louis Leaves Greshamsbury
Lady Scatcherd is mentioned as the one who will now have to supervise Sir Louis at Boxall Hill.
The Race of Scatcherd Becomes Extinct
Grieves the loss of her husband and son; learns that Mary Thorne is the heiress.

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