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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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TOThe Old Man in…LDLady DonaldsonLALord Arthur Sk…CLCharles LavenderJOJohn O'Neill

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  • Other

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  • Noble crime ring
  • Protagonist
  • Scottish murder suspects

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