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Uncle John

A relative of one of the boys who visits the school and causes a stir.

minor

Also known as John, the great Uncle John

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Richard's uncle, a diamond-mine returnee in loud checks, who digs up the cricket wicket and later refuses Richard's apology, giving the City nomination to another.

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L'Affaire Uncle John
Richard's uncle, a diamond-mine returnee in loud checks, who digs up the cricket wicket and later refuses Richard's apology, giving the City nomination to another.
I
Richard's uncle, who arrives in loud checks and digs up the cricket wicket, causing a confrontation.
Telegram from Major-General Sir Everard Venables, V.C., K.C.M.G., to his son Richard Venables
Reported Richard's rudeness to Sir Everard, prompting the telegram.
Letter from Mrs. James Anthony to Richard Venables
Reported to have been grossly insulted by Richard Venables during a visit.
IV
The subject of Richard's complaint; he dug holes in the cricket wicket, causing the conflict.
V
Mentioned in the context of the cricket pitch damage and the ongoing family incident.
VI
Visits Archibald at Cambridge, lectures him on extravagance, and withholds a tip.
VIII
Rejects Richard's apology and gives the nomination to another fellow.

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