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John Loscombe

A solicitor who represents Magdalen in her legal battles.

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Also known as Mr. John Loscombe, Mr. Loscombe

First appearance: I: From Mrs. Noel Vanstone to Mr. Loscombe

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In III: From Mr. John Loscombe (Solicitor) to George Bartram, Esq.: The solicitor writing to George Bartram, now unable to forward correspondence to his client Noel Vanstone due to the client's concealed whereabouts.

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MBMr. BygraveSDSophia DrakeOMOld MazeyMVMagdalen Vanst…NVNoel VanstoneJLJohn Loscombe

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This excerpt is the dramatic climax because it reveals the hidden obstacle—Admiral Bartram’s prejudice against…

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See John Loscombe in I: From Mrs. Noel Vanstone to Mr. Loscombe