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Mr. Gresham

A leading Liberal politician and future prime minister.

minor

Also known as Gresham

First appearance: ix the new government

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In A Cabinet Meeting: A minister who walks with Lord Cantrip after the meeting and comments on Mr. Mildmay's decision. Later, in Mr. Mildmay's Bill: Offers Phineas a new position after the bill is carried and the…

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DFDr. FinnLDLord de TerrierSHSir Harry Cold…LBLord BrentfordMFMary Flood JonesMGMr. Gresham

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See Mr. Gresham in ix the new government
See Mr. Gresham in ix the new government