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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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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.
V: From Mrs. Lecount to Mr. de Bleriot, General Agent, London
Noel's lawyer, who has declined to disclose Noel's whereabouts.
VI: From Mr. de Bleriot to Mrs. Lecount
The lawyer who received information about the Bygraves' change of residence; his office is a target for private inquiry.
IX: From Mr. de Bleriot to Mrs. Lecount
Mr. Loscombe's clerk leaked information; Loscombe may have been in the secret of Vanstone's address.
XI: From Mrs. Lecount to Mr. de Bleriot
Mentioned as the solicitor in whose office the discovery of the new will was made.
Between the Scenes: Progress of the Story Through the Post
Magdalen's solicitor; corresponds with her about the legal situation, advises caution, and later confirms the existence of a second will that disinherits her.
I: From Mrs. Noel Vanstone to Mr. Loscombe
Magdalen's lawyer, to whom she writes for advice on her next steps.
From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Noel Vanstone
Writes to Mrs. Noel Vanstone expressing concern and arranging a meeting.
IV: From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Noel Vanstone
Writes the letter informing Mrs. Noel Vanstone of her husband's death and advising her to wait for his further instructions.
From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Noel Vanstone
The solicitor writing the letter, providing legal analysis and counsel regarding the disputed will.
VII: From Mrs. Noel Vanstone to Mr. Loscombe
Recipient of Magdalen's letter; had proposed legal action.
From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Noel Vanstone
The solicitor writing the letter; he provides a detailed legal analysis of the will and the possibility of a secret trust.
IX: From Mrs. Noel Vanstone to Mr. Loscombe
The recipient of Magdalen's letter, whom she addresses with gratitude but firmly declines his offer of assistance.
II
Magdalen's lawyer, who believes a letter held by Admiral Bartram could help her case.
Between the Scenes: Progress of the Story Through the Post
Corresponds with Magdalen and Mrs. Ruddock; he concludes the trust is lost and ends his professional involvement.
From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Noel Vanstone
Author of the letter, solicitor representing Magdalen; he outlines the legal situation and next steps.
From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Noel Vanstone
Author of the letter; he concludes his legal efforts on her behalf.
IX: From Mrs. Ruddock (Lodging-House Keeper) to Mr. Loscombe
The recipient of the letter; Magdalen's solicitor, whom Mrs. Ruddock contacts as the only known connection.
X: From Mr. Loscombe to Mrs. Ruddock
Writes to Mrs. Ruddock declining involvement.

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