The Canary Murder Case · Character
William Elmer Jessup
Suspicious chauffeur who becomes a person of interest.
minor
Also known as Jessup, Mr. Jessup
First appearance: xi seeking information
William Elmer Jessup shows up with force in VI: A Call for Help. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The telephone operator who provides key testimony about the night of the murder.
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- Primary investigation team
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