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Mr. Daly

A friend of Hurstwood's at the Chicago saloon.

minor

Also known as Daly

First appearance: xii of the lamps of the mansions the ambassador s plea

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MAMartinLALauraHQHarry QuincelMGMr. GrayGHGeorge HurstwoodMDMr. Daly

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Chicago and New York society
  • Carrie's early influences
  • Protagonist

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