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Mrs. Downe

A kind woman whose life is marked by tragedy.

minor

Also known as Downe, the kindly Mrs. Downe, the late Mrs. Downe, poor Downe, Mrs. Downe

First appearance: destiny and a blue cloak

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In Fellow-Townsmen: A central figure in the social dynamics of the town. Later, in Chapter I: Warmly welcomes her husband home, showing…

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LNLizzy NewberryJHJim HaywardNHNed HipcroftRORogerJHJoshua Halboro…MDMrs. Downe

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  • Other

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  • Romantic Entanglements and Consequences
  • Protagonist
  • Complex Web of Love and Consequences

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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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