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Susan Langdon Crane

Livy's sister, a close family member.

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Also known as Susy Crane, Susy, little Langdon, Langdon

First appearance: the autobiography of mark twain

Susan Langdon Crane shows up with force in New York, Monday, February 5, 1906. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Livy's sister, a poor speller who keeps a personal vocabulary book; visiting in New York.
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In New York, Monday, February 5, 1906: Livy's sister, a poor speller who keeps a personal vocabulary book; visiting in New York.

Later, in New York, Tuesday, February 13, 1906: Referred to as Aunt Susie, Livy's sister.

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  • Extended Acquaintances and Cultural Figures
  • Protagonist
  • Family and Household
  • Nevada and Criminal Connections

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