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Smethurst

A lawyer involved in the family affairs.

minor

Also known as Mr. Smethurst

First appearance: xix between father and son

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JCJimmy CrockerACAnn ChesterMPMr. Peter PettJMJerry MitchellOFOgden FordSMSmethurst

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  • Other

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  • Pett Household Circle
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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