The Mystery of 31, New Inn · Character
John Blackmore
The dead man's brother and named reference, a quiet presence in the family whose role in the contested will invites suspicion.
supporting
Also known as Mr. John Blackmore, John, uncle John
First appearance: Jeffrey Blackmore's Will
As a supporting figure in The Mystery of 31, New Inn, John Blackmore is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Brother of Jeffrey; mentioned as knowing of Jeffrey's residence and as a beneficiary under the first will.
John Blackmore lent his name as a reference when the deceased took chambers at New Inn, and he appears among the depositions surrounding the death. The strange second will creates the possibility that he might become principal beneficiary against the testator's obvious wishes, a fact Thorndyke seizes on immediately. His position in the family makes him both a grieving relation and a figure whose interests the investigation cannot ignore.
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See John Blackmore in Jeffrey Blackmore's Will