The Old Man in the Corner · Character
John O'Neill
A man accused of a crime in Dublin.
minor
Also known as John
First appearance: xxi the dublin mystery
John O'Neill shows up with force in XXII: Forgery. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The butler at Fitzwilliam Place, who witnessed the signing of the disputed will and testifies in court.
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In XXII: Forgery: The butler at Fitzwilliam Place, who witnessed the signing of the disputed will and testifies in court. Later, in XXIII: A Memorable Day: Witness who gave the will to Percival at eleven o'clock;…
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- Noble crime ring
- Protagonist
- Scottish murder suspects
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- Closing
This excerpt marks the dramatic climax because it presents the emotional and psychological peak of the trial's…
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