# William Clews Mericarp — The Old Wives’ Tale character guide

> William Clews Mericarp in The Old Wives’ Tale by Arnold Bennett.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the late William Clews Mericarp Esq, Mericarp

**First appearance:** 0004-i-the-square

## Who they are

A deceased local notable mentioned in the story.

## In the story

### [VII: Bricks and Mortar](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_old_wives_tale_se/chapters/vii-bricks-and-mortar)

The late William Clews Mericarp, a property owner, is the subject of the auction. His death triggers the sale of the Baines-Povey shop and other properties.

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