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The Perennial Bachelor · Character
Bessie Schmalsweiden
A character with a German-sounding surname, possibly a servant.
minor
Also known as Bessie
First appearance: the perennial bachelor
Bessie Schmalsweiden first appears in 0001 the perennial bachelor.
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- Other
Character groups
- Younger Romantic Interests
- Central Family and Suitors
- Extended Social and Historical Names
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