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The Secret of the Old Mill · Character

Burgess

A mysterious figure briefly mentioned in connection with the counterfeit ring.

minor

Also known as the mysterious Burgess

First appearance: xix the rug buyer

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UDUncle DockFHFenton HardyFHFrank HardyMMMr. MarkelLELesterBUBurgess

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  • Counterfeit Ring Suspects
  • Hardy Boys' Allies
  • Protagonist

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