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The Case of Charles Dexter Ward · Character
Epenetus Olney
A local resident who witnessed strange events at Curwen's farm.
minor
First appearance: ii an antecedent and a horror
Epenetus Olney first appears in 0003 ii an antecedent and a horror.
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