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Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl · Character

Mr. Durham

A kind Quaker who helps Linda.

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First appearance: Incidents in Philadelphia

Mr. Durham shows up with force in Incidents in Philadelphia. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mr. Durham first appears in 0034 xxxi incidents in philadelphia.

In Incidents in Philadelphia: Rev. Jeremiah Durham, minister of Bethel church, offers Linda hospitality and assistance.

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  • Enslavers and Northern Helpers
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