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Old Mr. Simon Stoke

The late merchant who bought the d'Urberville name and founded the family fortune.

minor

Also known as Stoke d'Urberville, the Stoke-d'Urbervilles

First appearance: v

Old Mr. Simon Stoke first appears in 0008 v.

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