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May Molly

Waitress and love interest of a Patrolman.

minor

Also known as May, Molly, redheaded May, Molly⁠—I

First appearance: xx

May Molly shows up with force in XVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

May is Olmstead's new secretary, a redhead who is initially skeptical and curious about her new boss's hobbies and character.
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In XVI: May is Olmstead's new secretary, a redhead who is initially skeptical and curious about her new boss's hobbies and…

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GOGeorge OlmsteadJKJack KinnisonENEddie NedTWTwornDWDr. WhitworthMMMay Molly

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