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Mr. Mould

An undertaker who profits from death and has a large family.

minor

Also known as Mould, the Misses Mould, The Misses Mould

First appearance: xvii

Mr. Mould shows up with force in XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The undertaker, who praises the consoling power of expensive funerals and oversees the lavish arrangements for Anthony's burial.
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In XIX: The undertaker, who praises the consoling power of expensive funerals and oversees the lavish arrangements for Anthony's burial. Later, in XXV: Relaxing at home with his family, enjoying punch and the sounds of…

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See Mr. Mould in xvii

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CDColonel DiverMGMary GrahamMTMark TapleyJWJohn WestlockNANadgettMMMr. Mould

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  • Other

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  • Central Chuzzlewit Circle
  • Extended Cast and Servants

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  • Breaking point

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See Mr. Mould in xvii