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Dr. Templeton

Physician who treats the narrator in 'A Tale of the Ragged Mountains'.

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Also known as Templeton, Doctor Templeton

First appearance: A Tale of the Ragged Mountains

Dr. Templeton shows up with force in A Tale of the Ragged Mountains. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Bedloe's physician and constant companion, who reveals the connection between Bedloe and his deceased friend Oldeb.
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  • Escalation
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  • Closing

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