The Autobiography of Mark Twain · Character

Jervis Langdon

Livy's father and Mark Twain's father-in-law.

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Also known as Mr. Langdon, Mr. Jervis Langdon

First appearance: the autobiography of mark twain

Jervis Langdon shows up with force in New York, February 1, 1906. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Livy's father, who bought and furnished the couple's first house.

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In New York, February 1, 1906: Livy's father, who bought and furnished the couple's first house. Later, in New York, Tuesday, February 13, 1906: Mentioned as Livy's father, who invited Mark Twain to dine at the St.

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Livy's Family
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New York, February 1, 1906
Livy's father, who bought and furnished the couple's first house.
New York, Tuesday, February 13, 1906
Mentioned as Livy's father, who invited Mark Twain to dine at the St. Nicholas Hotel.
New York, Wednesday, February 14, 1906
Livy's father; requests references and ultimately gives his consent to the engagement.
New York, Thursday, February 15, 1906
Livy's father; bought and furnished a house for the couple as a surprise, died of cancer of the stomach.
Friday, February 16, 1906
His death prompted the move from Buffalo to Hartford.
New York, Wednesday, February 21, 1906
Twain's father-in-law, who shares a cautionary tale about losing a railway deal by delaying a contract signing.
New York, Thursday, February 22, 1906
Deceased father of Livy Clemens, remembered for his courage and generosity.
Friday, February 23, 1906
Deceased; his death left the business in the hands of three young partners, and his reputation was a key asset.

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