The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes · Character
Mr. Barker
A private detective involved in the Thor Bridge investigation.
minor
Also known as Barker
First appearance: the problem of thor bridge
Mr. Barker shows up with force in The Adventure of the Retired Colourman. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Holmes's rival detective on the Surrey shore, who assists in the investigation.
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- Shoscombe Old Place suspects
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