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Dr. Goldworthy

A respected doctor consulted in the investigation.

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Also known as Dr. Thomas Goldworthy, the admirable Dr. Goldworthy

First appearance: i

Dr. Goldworthy shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

His box was among the baggage rifled in the dock robbery; recently returned from the Congo.
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In III: His box was among the baggage rifled in the dock robbery; recently returned from the Congo. Later, in VII: Arrives at Waterloo…

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  • Supporting Society & Investigation
  • Central Mystery Suspects
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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