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Arthur Simpson

A socialist comrade and associate of Ernest.

minor

Also known as Simpson

First appearance: v the philomaths

Arthur Simpson shows up with force in XVII: The Scarlet Livery. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Arrested while ill with typhoid fever in his hotel.
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In XVII: The Scarlet Livery: Arrested while ill with typhoid fever in his hotel. Later, in A Lost Oligarch: Mentioned as the one comrade…

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  • Diverse Associates and Allies
  • Protagonist

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