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Mr. Harton

A lawyer involved in the Armstrong estate.

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First appearance: xi halsey makes a capture

Mr. Harton shows up with force in VI: In the East Corridor. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Armstrong family lawyer visits Sunnyside to discuss the murder and the family's situation.
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In VI: In the East Corridor: The Armstrong family lawyer visits Sunnyside to discuss the murder and the family's situation. He reveals details about Arnold Armstrong and the family's history. Later, in An Eggnog and a…

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LALiddy AllenMJMr. JarvisRIRachel InnesAAArnold ArmstrongGIGertrude InnesMHMr. Harton

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  • Other

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  • Central mystery characters
  • Peripheral witnesses and relatives
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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