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Mr. Bolus

An apothecary in Barchester.

minor

Also known as old Bolus, Bolus

First appearance: i the greshams of greshamsbury

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Former apothecary and friend of Dr.
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MFMr. FinnieLALady Arabella …THThe Honourable…MGMr. GreysonMAMr. AthillMBMr. Bolus

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  • Aristocrats and Legal Advisors
  • Minor Characters and Background Figures
  • Greshamsbury Family and Associates

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