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Peterson

A commissionaire who finds a hat and goose, bringing a case to Holmes.

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Also known as Peterson

First appearance: The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle

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The honest commissionaire who finds the hat and goose, initiating the case.
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SHSherlock HolmesSGSir George Bur…GNGodfrey NortonMHMr. Henry BakerMMMiss Mary Suth…PEPeterson

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Supporting Cast
  • Protagonist
  • Major Clients and Antagonists
  • Clients with Deceptive Families

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