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Ruggles

A railroad agent and assistant to Behrman.

minor

Also known as Mr. Ruggles, Cyrus Blakelee Ruggles, Cyrus Ruggles

First appearance: book i

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GAGarnettFSFather SarriaBRBrodersonGEGethingsANAnnixterRURuggles

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