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Mr. Meece

A minor American character.

minor

First appearance: i

Mr. Meece shows up with force in XXI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A typical American traveler encountered by Sam; a retired druggist from Ottumwa, Iowa.
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  • Other

Character groups

  • Wider social orbit
  • Protagonist
  • Fran's European circle

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