The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes · Character
Vincent Spaulding
Jabez Wilson's assistant, who is actually the criminal John Clay.
minor
Also known as Spaulding
First appearance: The Redheaded League
Vincent Spaulding shows up with force in The Redheaded League. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Wilson's assistant, who showed him the advertisement and is noted by Holmes for his intelligence and dirty trouser knees.
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- Imposters and Disguised Criminals
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