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The Mystery of a Hansom Cab · Character

Mrs. Whyte

Oliver Whyte's mother, mentioned briefly.

minor

Also known as Whyte

First appearance: xvii the trial

Mrs. Whyte first appears in 0018 xvii the trial.

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MHMrs. HabletonADAlbert DendyMUMusetteBFBrian FitzgeraldDCDuncan CaltonMWMrs. Whyte

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