The Rector and The Doctor’s Family · Character
Mrs. Smith
A local woman, often mentioned in the community's gossip.
minor
Also known as Smith, Mrs. Smith, poor Mrs. Smith, dear Mrs. Smith
First appearance: the rector
Mrs. Smith shows up with force in Chapter VII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Complains to the doctor about the smoke and damage to the lodgings, but hesitates to trouble Nettie.
Mrs. Smith first appears in 0000 the rector.
In Chapter VII: Complains to the doctor about the smoke and damage to the lodgings, but hesitates to trouble Nettie.
Later, in Chapter VIII: Helps Dr. Rider arrange clandestine visits to attend Freddy; appears at the cottage door at the end of the chapter.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Rider family circle
- Mysterious outsiders
- Protagonist
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