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Mrs. de Vere Carter

A pretentious society woman who visits the village.

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First appearance: i william goes to the pictures

Mrs. de Vere Carter shows up with force in William Joins the Band of Hope. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A gushing, condescending socialite who takes over the Band of Hope and forces local children to attend.
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