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The Bellamy Trial · Character

Mrs. Daniel Ives

The mother of Patrick Ives, a matriarchal figure.

minor

Also known as Mrs. Ives

First appearance: the bellamy trial

Mrs. Daniel Ives shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Testifies about her past, her son's relationship with Madeleine Bellamy, and her observations on the night of the murder.
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JAJudge Anthony …MPMrs. Patrick I…RPRandolph PhippsMBMadeleine Bell…DIDaniel IvesMDMrs. Daniel Ives

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  • Other

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  • Extended family and background characters
  • Trial principals and family
  • Protagonist

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