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Mr. Fothergill

The Duke of Omnium's agent.

minor

Also known as Fothergill

First appearance: xlviii the duke

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MLMr. LowMTMr. TurnbullMMMadame Max Goe…LSLambert St. Ge…MRMr. RobyMFMr. Fothergill

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