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Mr. Busby

A witness in the trial.

minor

Also known as Busby

First appearance: lxviii the first day of the trial

Mr. Busby shows up with force in A Convivial Meeting. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A young commercial traveler who nervously confirms that Dockwrath did not drink the wine.
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MMMr. MoulderSDSamuel DockwrathMKMr. KantwiseMBMr. Busby

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  • Other

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  • Extended cast and servants
  • Legal professionals and family
  • Minor witnesses and tradesmen

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