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Mr. Ruddles

Phineas's election agent in Tankerville.

minor

Also known as Ruddles

First appearance: Tankerville

Mr. Ruddles shows up with force in Tankerville. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The local Liberal agent who insists the election will turn on the Church question and manages the campaign.
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BEBarrington ErleMDMr. DaubenyPFPhineas FinnMBMr. BrowboroughMMMr. MolescroftMRMr. Ruddles

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Election and legal advisors
  • Political and social circle
  • Protagonist

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