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Toller

The butler and his wife, servants at the Rucastle household.

minor

Also known as old Toller, Mrs. Toller, the sobered Toller

First appearance: The Adventure of the Copper Beeches

Toller shows up with force in The Adventure of the Copper Beeches. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In The Adventure of the Copper Beeches: The drunken butler. His intoxication is noted as a potential advantage for Holmes's plan to…

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MJMr. Jephro Ruc…IAIrene AdlerSHSherlock HolmesSGSir George Bur…DJDr. John WatsonTOToller

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  • Extended Supporting Cast
  • Major Clients and Antagonists
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