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Messrs. Ackroyd

A business firm mentioned in connection with the syndicate.

minor

First appearance: ix the second cargo

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  • Other

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  • Minor syndicate contacts
  • Syndicate members and associates

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See Messrs. Ackroyd in ix the second cargo